PGA
Founded in 1916, the Professional Golfers Association of America (PGA of America) is headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida and is the largest working sports organization in the world. It has more than 28,000 members. The organization is now primarily a representative body for its club and teaching professionals, both men & women who are the recognized experts in growing, teaching and managing the game of golf, while serving millions of people throughout its 41 PGA Sections nationwide.
Since its founding in 1916, The PGA of America has enhanced its leadership position by growing the game of golf through its premier spectator events, world-class education and training programs, significant philanthropic outreach initiatives, and award-winning golf promotions.
The PGA of America conducts 40 tournaments for its member professionals each year, including events which attract elite tournament golfers:
- Ryder Cup Matches (in cooperation with the PGA European Tour)
- PGA Championship (one of men’s golf’s four major championships)
- Senior PGA Championship (one of the five senior majors)
- PGA Grand Slam of Golf (a match exclusively for the winners of the four major championships)
The PGA of America also operates the PGA Professional National Championship for its club and teaching professionals. This event was established in 1968, following the departure of the tour professionals to the PGA Tour.
The official PGA website is http://www.pga.com/home/