# Shared stewardship drives golf forward

> USGA president Kevin Hammer explains how shared stewardship strengthens golf's future.
- Title: Shared stewardship drives golf forward · Golf | Shortify
- Summary: USGA president Kevin Hammer explains how shared stewardship strengthens golf's future. USGA president Kevin Hammer says shared stewardship among golfers…
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- Source: Golf — https://golf.com/news/shared-stewardship-drive-game-forward
- Published: 2026-10-20T15:23:29+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: usga, kevin hammer, shared stewardship, golf, walker cup, senior amateur, golf community, sports
## 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.
## Key takeaway

USGA president Kevin Hammer says shared stewardship among golfers, volunteers, and organizations protects golf's unique values and growth.