Golfers
The ‘Q’uestion
The NGF’s ‘Q’uestion for September: What percentage of kids ages 6 to 17 have been exposed to golf in a school setting at least once in their lives?
Get Smart: Junior Golf
TGA Premier Golf is seeking to shape participation in golf through its after-school golf enrichment programs and, perhaps just as importantly, what happens next.
NGF Releases 2018 Golf Participation and Facility Reports
A month after the release of the new Golf Industry Report, the NGF has issued the 2018 editions of Golf Participation in the U.S. and Golf Facilities in the U.S. are now available for download.
Get Motivated: Growing Women’s Golf
One in a series of informational NGF stories focused on industry exemplars that are designed to help readers Get Smart and Get Motivated.
Welcome Newbie!
While golf keeps introducing new players to the game, facilities need to do a better job making newcomers comfortable with the whole intimidating scene.
Straying Off-Course with Golf Participation
Golf remains one of the most popular U.S. participation sports and the number of green-grass players was 23.8 million last year. Like many forms of entertainment, however, the traditional game continues to evolve given the demands like work and family. It’s why off-course participation is growing.
Non-Traditional Golf Events Woo Millennials
In order to appeal to a younger demographic, some golf companies and courses are taking a non-traditional approach with their events.
NGF Research: A New Year Brings New Opportunities (and Resolutions) for Golfers
The New Year comes with the promise of new opportunities for golfers.
The Odds of Becoming a Junior Golfer and the Influence of a Parent Who Plays
Tony Finau had a 1-in-250 chance of becoming a golfer. Not a pro, but even playing the game at all. Here’s why.
How Golf Leagues Create ‘Appointment Golf’ and Boost the Bottom Line
The Pirate League has transformed Monday nights at Goat Hill Park in California.