www.usga.org
The United States Golf Association (USGA)
has served as the national governing body of golf for the U.S.,
its territories and Mexico
since its formation in 1894. It's a non-profit organization
run by golfers for the benefit of golfers. The Association
sponsors a variety of programs that benefit everyone who plays
the game, from conducting 13 national championships each year,
to writing and interpreting the Rules of Golf, to funding turf
grass and course maintenance practices, to supporting grassroots
programs through its “For the Good of the Game” initiative.
http://www.pga.com/home
The PGA of America is the world's largest working sports organization,
comprised of 28,000 men and women golf Professionals who are
the recognized experts in growing, teaching and managing the
game of golf, while serving millions of people throughout its
41 PGA Sections nationwide. Since its founding in 1916, The
PGA of America has enhanced its leadership position in a $62
billion-a-year industry, by growing the game of golf through
its premier spectator events, world-class education and training
programs, significant philanthropic outreach initiatives, and
award-winning golf promotions. Today's PGA Professional is
the public's link to the game, serving an essential role in
the operation of golf facilities throughout the country.
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