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Shared stewardship drives golf forward
USGA president Kevin Hammer explains how shared stewardship strengthens golf's future.
In brief
USGA president Kevin Hammer explains how shared stewardship strengthens golf's future. USGA president Kevin Hammer says shared stewardship among golfers, volunteers, and organizations protects golf's unique values and growth. Originally reported by Golf.
Tom Watson's near-miss
Tom Watson, 59, nearly became the oldest major champion in 2009 but lost in a playoff after a perfect shot rolled over the green.
“Truly appreciate your kind comments. It is an amazing game we all share.”
USGA president Kevin Hammer
Kevin Hammer, USGA president, shares Tom Watson's sentiment as a reminder of golf's shared values.
Golf's growing popularity
Golf's expansion to women, young people, and people of color has been remarkable with social media and outdoor trends driving interest.
Alternative golf formats
Driving ranges, indoor golf, screen golf, and putting courses create new pathways into traditional golf.
Golf's unique qualities
Golf teaches communication, connection, and respect across generations and abilities through shared play.
USGA stewardship role
The USGA works with golfers, volunteers, and organizations to protect golf's unique values and growth.
Shared stewardship future
USGA and golfers must unite to protect golf's special qualities and drive the game forward.
At a glance
USGA president Kevin Hammer says shared stewardship among golfers, volunteers, and organizations protects golf's unique values and growth.
