Grow the Game You Love
As the industry's standard bearer, PGA Professionals serve as the recognized teachers and leaders of the game and promote its growth passionately.
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KERR/FLANAGAN/ALLAN TAKE THE YAMAHA 3-PRO
Madison, MS: The 12th Annual Gulf States PGA Yamaha 3-Pro named its champions for 2025 at Whisper Lake Country Club on Monday, May 19th. Kris
read moreGATELEY/MAXWELL CLAIM PRO-PRO CHAMPIONSHIP
GATELEY/MAXWELL CLAIM PRO-PRO CHAMPIONSHIP Denham Springs, LA: The team of Marie Gateley, PGA/Cody Maxwell have earned the honor of being crowned the
read moreMISSISSIPPI TEAM CLAIMS BACK-TO-BACK MACKEL CUP VICTORIES
MISSISSIPPI TEAM CLAIMS BACK-TO-BACK MACKEL CUP VICTORIES NEW ORLEANS, LA — The Mississippi Chapter emerged victorious once again, claiming a
read moreOur Mission
Making the Game Better for 50+ Years
The Gulf States Section, Professional Golfers’ Association of America, is an association of golf professionals whose mission is to promote interest, participation, and enjoyment in the game of golf; establish and maintain professional standards of practice; and enhance the well being of golf professionals.
Strategic Objectives:
- Establish a collegial and supportive environment among PGA Members, including:
–Organized Competition
–Meetings
–Benefits - Encourage the use and employment of PGA Professionals by providing services to golfers and the golf industry.
- Enhance the skill levels of members and apprentices through education.
- Provide service to support National programs within the Section.
- Promote enjoyment and participation in the game by providing programs and services to golfers.
Benefits of Being a PGA Professional
Expand Your Career
PGA Professionals have the opportunity to pursue a variety of exciting careers within the golf industry including golf operations, teaching and coaching and executive management.
Play Your Best
PGA Members have the opportunity to compete in numerous tournaments throughout the country on some of the best courses in the world.
Louisiana Junior Golf Tour
OPEN TO JUNIORS OF ALL SKILL LEVELS, AGES 11-18
The mission of the LJGT is to create more playing opportunities for ALL junior golfers in Louisiana and to do so at an affordable rate.
PDR Requirements
Total PDR per cycle = 54 Meeting/Education/Player Development/Professional Standards = 36
