IAGA Quick Hits | 6.6.25
Boatwright Summit – a trip back in time, and forward to the future
From Washington Golf
Nestled within central New Jersey is a town whose name is (rightly so) synonymous with American golf pedigree. That would be Liberty Corner, home to the United States Golf Association. One look at the grounds gives an indication of the prestige held there – pristine brick buildings, a tall Rolex clock, and grass almost as fluffy as it is green, are just some of what meets the eye.
I was invited there this past week, alongside WA Golf’s Championship Department Intern Luke Roque, as one of over 90 USGA P.J. Boatwright interns from Allied Golf Associations across the country, all attending the annual Boatwright Summit. The program is designed to give individuals experience in golf administration, across a variety of roles, with the summit an opportunity to host them and provide an up-close look at the industry, networking opportunities, playful challenges and more.
MSGA, VSGA announce partnership to benefit D.C. Golf
From Maryland State Golf Association
The Maryland State Golf Association (MSGA) and the Virginia State Golf Association (VSGA) are excited to announce a partnership to enhance golf initiatives in Washington, D.C. The MSGA and VSGA have a long-standing history of supporting competitive golf, and this partnership aims to formalize a structured and recurring investment in the D.C. golf landscape.
As part of this partnership, the DC Amateur Championship’s hosting structure will alternate between the MSGA and VSGA. The MSGA will manage the event in 2025 and 2027, while the VSGA will take the lead in 2026. This collaborative hosting arrangement ensures that both organizations play an integral role in the championship, with all proceeds directed toward the D.C. Golf Initiative. The 2025 DC Amateur Championship is slated to take place at Argyle Country Club in Silver Spring, Maryland from August 7-9.
Additionally, clubs from Maryland and Virginia will be invited to join the Summer Team Matches as part of this partnership. The MSGA and VSGA will jointly coordinate outreach efforts to their respective clubs, with clubs that have participated in the event over the last three years receiving initial invites. A representative from each organization will be present at the Summer Team Finals to ensure joint oversight and engagement. Round one for the Summer Team Matches will take place on Saturday, July 5, at various locations.
Endless Inspiration at Inaugural SCGA Adaptive Championship
From Southern California Golf Association
The SCGA is proud to celebrate its successful completion of the Inaugural Adaptive Championship presented by Callaway Golf. While the first-time event served a 32-player field representing 12 different impairment categories, the SCGA focused its coverage on the spirit of the event—highlighting community, connection and camaraderie.
49 Scholars Earn Awards at 2025 VSGA Scholarship Day
From Virginia State Golf Association
Forty-five high-school seniors and four graduate students in the turfgrass research program at Virginia Tech were among 49 scholars honored as the VSGA-VIP Scholarship Foundation announced its 2025 award recipients on VSGA Scholarship Day at Hermitage Country Club.
The Foundation provides grants and gifts for scholarships, scientific and educational research, and other charitable purposes. This year’s grants total $196,500 and since being launched, the program has distributed nearly $3.2 million to 1,252 students.
Included in the 2025 total are a pair of $10,000 awards, matching the largest gifts the Foundation has ever rewarded.
“The VSGA-VIP Scholarship Foundation was overwhelmed this year with high quality applications,” VSGA-VIP Scholarship Foundation President Joan Gardner said. “We’re more than pleased to award a record number of scholarships, especially to many scholars who had a special connection with our VSGA member clubs.”