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Golf Legend Jack Nicklaus, Future Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. Team With PGA of America, USGA in Support of Golf 2.0 Strategic Plan
Jack Nicklaus has joined his industry peers on nurturing perhaps one of the most important and lasting blueprints in golf today — ensuring the future of the game. Nicklaus, PGA of America Officials, the United States Golf Association and representatives of Boys & Girls Clubs of America delivered the keynote presentation at the 59th PGA Merchandise Show in support of Golf 2.0. The new comprehensive, strategic plan is designed to retain and strengthen core players, bring former players back, and welcome new golfers to the game. CLICK HERE to read more.
- State of the Industry Media Roundtable Transcript | State of the Industry Media Roundtable Video Archive
Announcements made during the PGA Merchandise Show, last week, in Orlando:
- PGA Foundation, USGA Team to Bring Boys & Girls Clubs of America Partnership to 46 New Markets Nationwide
- National Car Rental Named Official Partner, Official Rental Car of The PGA of America
- PGA of America Ignites Next Chapter in Player Development by Launching PGA Junior League Golf in 16 Markets Nationwide
- Ryder Cup Junior Academy Set to Host Juniors for Second Consecutive Year at PGA Village
- PGA of America Teams With American Society of Golf Course Architects to Begin Grant Program to Attract New Golfers
- Industry Leader Jani-King Begins Licensee Agreement as the Official Cleaning Company of The PGA of America
- The PGA of America and Turner's Cartoon Network Enterprises Debut All-New PGA Authentic Jr. Product Line
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Golfweek's (Jan. 27, 2012 issue) "It's Grow Time" is a continuing series that will tackle the hot topic throughout 2012, casting a spotlight on the individuals, programs and facilities that are striving to make golf thrive again. [MORE] |
MORE NEWS FROM THE PGA of AMERICA
- Globe-Trotter Luke Donald Returns Home, Accepts First PGA Player of the Year, Vardon Trophy at PGA Headquarters
- Aided by a PGA Professional, Baseball Great Ken Griffey Jr., Eager to Promote Family, Fun Through PGA of America, Boys & Girls Clubs of America Partnership
- Cobra Puma Golf Announces Presenting Sponsorship of National Car Rental PGA Assistant Championship
- Bauer International's Designation as the 'Official Furnishings and Shop Fixtures of The PGA of America' Extended Through 2015
- PGA Golf Club to Host Inaugural PGA Foundation Champions for Diversity Tournament in May
- 59th PGA Merchandise Show Builds Momentum for Growing Business and Participation in Golf for 2012
- Significant Careers are Shared on an Emotion-Filled Evening During 2011 PGA of America Awards Program
- The PGA of America Celebrates Black History Month
- PGA Member Tony Biata Named Director of Patriot Golf Day for Folds of Honor Foundation
- 2012 Ryder Cup Points Team Standings (as of 1/29/2012)
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