Ensuring the Future of the Game

Through our support of organizations such as The First Tee of Connecticut and the Connecticut Section PGA Junior Golf Association we help to promote grass roots efforts necessary to develop golf participation.  In addition to providing FREE Handicapping services to all Junior members, the CSGA also allows Junior golfers membership to one of five regional “Clubs for Schools."

Advisory Services

We conduct workshops to help your golf course staff and club officers administer the USGA Handicap System with the GHIN Software, create successful events using TPP – the free Tournament Pairing Program included with GHIN, and educate golfers in the Rules of Golf.  We also provide Course Rating, Measuring, & Marking services.

Championships

The CSGA conducts state-wide amateur championships as well as local USGA qualifiers.  The CSGA also administers both the Connecticut Open and the Connecticut Women’s Open championships.

Scholarships & Interneships

Since 1954 the CSGA Scholarship Fund in Honor of Widdy Neale has awarded more than $2.4 million to over 500 deserving high school seniors.  The CSGA, through a grant from the USGA, also provides opportunities for professional development through the P.J. Boatwright Internship program.

Turfgrass Research

The CSGA funds both the University of Connecticut Turf/Grass Science Program as well as the Tri-State Research Foundation.  The research from the organizations has led to improved disease-resistant turf grass.

Connecticut Golf Alliance

The CSGA is a leading participant and founding member of the Connecticut Golf Alliance.  The goal of this organization is to improve conditions for the golf industry in Connecticut by serving as an advocate for the industry before the state legislature and other government bodies, as well as be the conduit through which we can communicate the economic benefits and environmental stewardship provided by the game of golf.