ABOUT US

PGA of America

The PGA of America is the world’s largest sports organization, comprised of 28,000 men and women golf Professionals who are the recognized experts in teaching and growing the game. Founded in 1916, the PGA of America has enhanced its leadership position by conducting premier spectator events – PGA Championship, Ryder Cup, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship and KPMG Women’s PGA Championship – as well as significant philanthropic outreach initiatives, and award-winning golf promotions.

Minnesota PGA

The mission of the Minnesota PGA is to promote the enjoyment and involvement in the game of golf and to contribute to its growth by providing services to golf professionals and the golf industry.

The Minnesota PGA will accomplish this mission by enhancing the skills of its professionals and the opportunities for amateurs, employers, manufacturers, employees and the public.

In so doing, the Minnesota PGA will elevate the standards of the golf professional’s vocation, enhance the economic well-being of the individual member, stimulate interest in the game of golf, and promote the overall vitality of the game.

The Minnesota PGA geographic region includes the entire states of Minnesota and North Dakota; South Dakota (less areas surrounding cities of Rapid City, Vermillion, and Yankton); and a portion of Western Wisconsin that includes St. Croix County and Superior, Wisconsin.

Minnesota PGA Junior Golf

The mission of Minnesota PGA Junior Golf ‘Sota Series is to provide competitive playing opportunities for the beginner, intermediate, and advanced golfers ages 7-19 through their four distinct Tours. Tour membership is open to the public and with nearly 200 events annually conducted, members can hand select events that fit their own schedule.  As the leading junior tournament program in the region, the events promote healthy competition and camaraderie among members. Minnesota PGA Junior Golf is one of the flagship programs under the Youth pillar of the PGA REACH Minnesota non-profit.