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Female Participation & Engagement – 2026


Female Participation & Engagement Report Now Available
See the highlights from the new member report

Women and girls have been major contributors to the recent participation surges within the recreational game, as the number of U.S. golfers continues to climb toward record territory.
Topics: Course Operations, Facility Management, Green-Grass Facility, Instruction, Media & Marketing, Off-course Facility, Specialized Services

Summary of People of Color Participation – 2026


Summary of Young Adult Participation – 2026


Summary of Beginner Golfers in the U.S. – 2026


The Perception Revolution

Topics: Business Management, Events & Tourism, Facility Services, Media & Marketing, Specialized Services, Technology & Innovation

Strategic Outlook for Golf’s Growth

Topics: Associations, Business Management, Course Operations, Design & Construction, Equipment & Gear, Events & Tourism, Facility Management, Facility Services, Off-course Facility, Retail, Technology & Innovation

Is Golf Trapped Between Loyalists and Future Growth?

How can the imagery used in golf media and marketing create meaningful barriers to both initial and deepening engagement? And might the consequences of our historically-narrow view influence experience design itself?




