U.S. National Development Program

Launched in 2023, the U.S. National Development Program is the country’s first unified golf initiative designed to create a clear pathway for top American talent, starting with competitive junior golf and progressing to the pinnacles of the sport. The program identifies, trains, develops, funds and supports the nation’s most promising junior players, regardless of cultural, geographic, or financial background, with the goal of keeping American golf at the forefront of the global game at the junior, amateur, and professional levels. As the governing body of golf in the United States, the USGA is uniquely positioned and committed to helping shape a strong future for the game. Through the U.S. National Development Program and in collaboration with key partners, the USGA is using its resources, expertise, and leadership to deliver on that mission.