Registration now open for Drive, Chip and Putt Qualifiers
The USGA, Masters Tournament and PGA of America have announced that registration for 2026-2027 Drive, Chip and Putt qualifying is now open at DriveChipandPutt.com.
WA Golf selects Sudden Valley as host of Washington Women’s Four-Ball
Sudden Valley Golf Course will host the 26th Washington Women’s Four-Ball Championship on May 4-5, marking the event’s first appearance there. Sudden Valley has historically been a favored venue for WA Golf championships, having hosted the Washington Men’s Amateur on five occasions (most recently in 2001) as well as the Women’s Amateur in 2019.
PGA Jr. League Player Registration Now Open for 2026 Programs
Families can visit PGAJrLeague.com, find a nearby program and register now for PGA Jr. League seasons offered year-round at facilities nationwide.
Oh Shirt! Never underestimate the power of color coordination
Pepin-Wakefield: When I play golf, the color of my ball must match the color of my shirt. It’s not an obsession. The lack of color coordination unbalances my mental equilibrium. That, more than muscle, drives my game.
2026 Golf Shows - Save the Dates
Save the dates for the state’s two premier Golf Shows in 2026, the Spokane Golf Show and Seattle Golf Show.
Eric Sjogren receives Perry Williams Award from PNWPGA
Director of Championships Eric Sjogren was honored with the PNWPGA Perry Williams Award, in recognition of his “unwavering dedication to the rules of golf and outstanding service,” according to the Association.
2026 Rules of Golf Education
One-Day Rules Workshops WA Golf will be hosting a series of one-day in-person workshops covering the full Rules of Golf. Each individual workshop day will be held at Glendale Country Club in Bellevue and run from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30…
Walla Walla to host 2026 Women’s Amateur, Mid-Amateur
Washington Golf has announced that the 2026 Washington Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championships will be held at Walla Walla Country Club. The two elite state championships will run concurrently from June 16-18.
Tacoma-Pierce Athletic Commission luncheon to highlight Washington Golf Foundation
At the Tacoma-Pierce Athletic Commission’s monthly meeting, to be held December 11, Washington Golf Foundation President Doug Rohner will introduce Troy Andrew, CEO of Washington Golf (WA Golf), who will share an update on WA Golf Youth on Course, the largest youth golf program in the state, and the Foundation that is powering its impact.
Val Patrick named LPGA Professionals Global Awards Coach of the Year
Created in 1980, the LPGA Professionals Coach of the Year Award recognizes a member each year for outstanding contributions to golf coaching at the collegiate or high school level.