3-Minute Business Insights
It's long been assumed that the traditional, green-grass golfer is golf's best customer. But research shows it's actually the committed participants who engage with the game both on course and off who really move the needle for play and spend.
Topics: Consumer Spending, Economy, Engagement, General Interest, Golfers
Strong spring start in northern climes lead to spikes in play
March rounds see biggest national jump since the 2021 rebound that followed 2020's pandemic lockdowns
Topics: Facility Operations, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golf Facilities, Participation
Rounds rebound after slow start to the year in January
On a national level, February was the third-warmest on record. More than a dozen states had one of their three-warmest Februarys ever, particularly in parts of the Midwest that typically see golf courses still closed over the first few months of the year.
Topics: Engagement, Facilities, Facility Operations, General Interest, Golf Courses
New Supply & Demand Reports for All 50 U.S. States
This state is #1 for public golf... and it's not Florida or California
Want to know more about the number of golfers in a particular state, or the proportion of public to private golf? Looking for information about municipal golf facilities, Par 3 courses, residential golf properties or resorts? NGF’s 1-page state profiles provide key supply and demand data at your fingertips.
Topics: Facilities, Facility Supply, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golf Facilities
Number of Golfers per Public Course - by State
Topics: Engagement, Facility Supply, General Interest, Golfers, Participation
On-Course Golfers by State
Topics: Engagement, General Interest, Golfers, Participation, Research
January play got off to a sluggish start compared a year ago, as colder temperatures contributed to rounds declines in six of eight regions.
Topics: Engagement, Facilities, General Interest, Golf Courses, Golf Facilities
Topics: Female, Girls, Golfers, Male, Participation
Examining 'Pandemic Era' On-Course Participation Changes
2024 Golf Participation in the U.S. report now available for NGF members
The 2024 Participation Report is out, featuring the latest year-end 2023 data on various segments and age groups, along with information on off-course only participants, interest in the game among non-golfers, and much more.
Topics: Engagement, General Interest, Golfers, Off-course Participation, Participation
Female Golf Participation: 10-Year Trend
Topics: Engagement, Female, Female Participation, General Interest, Girls
People of Color Participation - 10-Year Trend
Topics: Asian, Black, Engagement, Golfers, Hispanic
Junior Golf Participation - 10-Year Trend
Topics: Engagement, Golfers, Junior Golf, Juniors, Off-course Participation
