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Women and girls have quietly become the driving force behind golf's post-pandemic resurgence. What makes the growth particularly significant is its youthful energy. More than half of net participation gains among women have come from those under 30, and equally encouraging is the cultural shift that's taking hold.
Topics: 18-34, Beginners, Consumers, Engagement, Female
In this compelling Golf Talk Live podcast (March 2025), Greg explores the evolving landscape of golf and the diverse ways enthusiasts engage with the sport today, providing a deeper understanding of the current state and future direction of the game.
Topics: Golf Participation, Participation, State Of Industry
NGF’s State-Level Golf Summaries – Now Available
Members looking for more granular supply and demand data at the state level -- from courses, golfers and rounds to price points, demographic breakouts and economic impact -- can find individual one-page summary overviews of the golf landscape from Alaska to Florida.
Topics: Demand, Facility Supply, Golf Participation, Green Fees, Pricing
On-Course Participation Trend by Gender
Topics: Female, Female Participation, Gender, Girls, Golf Participation
On-Course Participation by Frequency of Play
Topics: Avid, Core Golfers, Golf Participation, Golfers, Occasional
On-Course Golfer Growth Segments
'Pandemic Era' changes since 2019
Topics: 18-34, Female, Golf Participation, Golfers, Juniors
Golf Participation vs Other U.S. Sports
Topics: Golf Participation, Golfers, Participation
Junior Golf Participation Trend
10-year, overall engagement
Topics: Golf Participation, Golfers, Junior Golf, Juniors, Off-course Participation
Female Golf Participation Trend
10-year, overall engagement
Topics: Female Participation, Girls, Golf Participation, Golfers, Off-course Participation
Evolution of U.S. Golf Participation
10-year change in type of engagement
Topics: Golf Participation, Golfers, Off-Course, Off-course Golf, Off-course Participation
Total U.S. Golf Participation Venn
Topics: Dualies, Golf Participation, Golfers, Off-course Golf, Off-course Participation
Golf’s Total Reach in the U.S.
Topics: Engagement, Golf Participation, Reach
