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Kurt Watkins Leads After First Round of the AGA Championship
Watkins’ -7 (65) leads 144-player field by a shot Aguila Golf Course
by Alex Gelman
USGA PJ Boatwright Jr. Communications Intern
The weather and conditions were superb as 144 players this morning and afternoon teed it up at Aguila Golf Course for the start of the AGA Championship – the association’s first major championship of the season. Kurt Watkins fired a 7-under (65) to lead the field through 18 holes. Watkins was 9-under through 16 holes with five birdies and two eagles, until making his first blemish on 17, a double bogey.
Just one shot back of the lead, tied for second, is 2021 AGA Player of the Year Sean O’Donnell, 6-under. O’Donnell birdied three of the last five holes to finish his round. 2018 and 2019 AGA Player of the Year, Adam Walicki, also shot 6-under in the opening round.
Shankar Natarajan, winner of the AZ Short Course at Augusta Ranch last month, is currently alone in fifth place, 3-under (69).
“The energy was really high – the players have been looking forward to the first major championship for a few months now,” said Logan Rasmussen, AGA Director of Rules and Competition. “The golf course is in incredible shape and there are a lot of different options for course set up (tees, hole locations) which keeps it fresh and interesting.
“This is the first time the event has been played over four days. Having that variety of hole locations and an ability to challenge the players is what makes this event so great.”
The field will be cut to the top 60 players and ties after Friday’s second round. Those left will battle it out over the weekend for the coveted Kachina trophy.
The second round begins Friday morning at 7:00a.m. For the full leaderboard, CLICK HERE. For second round tee times, CLICK HERE.
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Member Benefits: Travel with the AGA to TPC Danzante Bay in 2022
If you liked the Mayan Palace Member trip then you’re going to love the latest AGA Golf Experience!
The latest AGA Golf Experience has you headed to play rounds at the scenic TPC Danzante Bay Golf Resort while you stay beachfront at the Villa del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa in Loretto Bay, Mexico January 23 – January 27, 2022.
Registration includes four nights lodging at the Villa del Palmar at The Islands of Loreto, three rounds of golf at TPC Danzante Bay with cart and range privileges, daily golf contests and prizes, the all-inclusive meal plan, one Danzante upgrade per person, airport transfers, and all taxes and fees. Options also include with or without airfare.
For more details on the trip click here: https://www.azgolf.org/travel/
RELATED: WATCH TPC Danzante Bay Preview
See Memories from our previous Mayan Palace member weekend below:
AGA Member Appreciation
Who doesn’t like to win prizes?
As a way of saying “thank you” to our members who renew between October 1 and December 31, 2021, the AGA staff will conduct drawings for 10 prizes each week.
Members joining prior to a drawing will be entered to win that week’s prizes. The earlier you renew, the more chances you have to win.
But wait, there’s more! A grand prize drawing will occur the first week of January for everyone who renewed during the early renewal period.
Weekly prizes range in value from $25 to $300 each. Gift cards to retailers like Van’s Golf Shops, PGA TOUR Supterstore, Second Swing, and Amazon. Hungry? We will be giving away gift cards to restaurants like Olive Garden, Longhorn Steakhouse, Yard House, and STK Steakhouse. For the traveler, we have Caddy Daddy Golf Club Travel Bags and Subtle Patriot Executive Backpacks. For those that want a little upgrade to their equipment, we will be giving away PXG Wedges, PING Anser Putters, Golf Bags, and Titleist Golf Balls. For those members who just want to play a little golf, we will be giving away TROON Gift Cards.
A grand prize drawing will occur the first week of January for everyone who renewed during the early renewal period. The grand prize will include a set of PING irons, a Troon Foursome Card, stay & play packages and more.
Drawings will occur on Fridays starting October 8. Winners will be notified prior to the public announcement the following Monday.
Posted October 12, 2021
Week One Winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Deede Uchida | Bear Creek Women’s Golf Association |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Toz Spalding | Arizona National Golf Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Dan Cerny | Quail Creek Men’s 9 Hole Club |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Carolyn Poliquin | Huukan Ladies Club |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Kimberly Johnson | Ladies Grand Niners |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Bob Riemath | Pebble Creek Men’s Club |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Brian Weaver | Southwest Valley Men’s Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Dennis McKay | Just 4 Fun Golf |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Kathleen Gainey | Ladies Grand Niners |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Shelley Heberlein | Cottonwood CC & Palo Verde CC Women’s Golf Association |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Cameron Barzekoff | AZ Golf Club |
Six Month Forever Golf Membership | Steve Brisbin | AZ Golf Club |
GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | John Griffin | Kierland Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Joe Pickren | Ancala Country Club |
Posted October 26, 2021
week two winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Rick Nunemaker | Ironwood Golf Club (IMGA) |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Kirwan Flannery | Oakwood GC MOGA |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Tricia McNamara | Antelope Hills WGA |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Connie Rocereto | Saddlebrooke Ranch Women |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Dan Muth | Oakwood GC MOGA |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Edward Saffran | Saddlebrook Ranch Men’s Golf Club |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Joanna Palowez | Torres/Ranch Ladies Golf Assoc. |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Diane Pratuch | PebbleCreek LGA |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Dennis Ehrenberger | Pueblo Del Sol Men’s Golf Club |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Burton Murray | Sun City West Kochina GC |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Jake Chanen | AZ Golf Club |
GOLF Forever Membership | Chandler Evans | Nikkei Golf Club |
GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Morris Stearns | AZ Golf Club |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Gregg Gillham | 2020 Club |
Posted October 26, 2021
Week three winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Robert Maruniak | Mountainview Preserve |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Jay Niezgoda | Southwest Valley Men’s Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Tom Osburn | CC of Green Valley |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Joe Brunold | AZ Golf Club |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Larry Ferguson | Mission Royale Men’s Golf Assn. |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Sharon Remmers | Johnson Ranch Women’s Golf Club |
PING Putter | John Birds | Pebblecreek Men’s Club
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$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Jerry Keirn | Saddlebrooke GC |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Gale Mendini | Bogey Boys of AZ |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Sandra Noble | Canoa Ranch Women |
GOLF Forever Membership | Joyce Hanson | AZ Golf Club
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$25 Amazon Gift Card | Jim Coover | Ancala Country Club
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$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Daniel Fenwick | We-Ko-Pa Golf Club
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$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Jonathan Goebel | AZ Golf Club
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November 12, 2021
week four winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Shirley Kemnitz | Ladies Grand Niners |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Timothy Gothro | Arizona Golf Guild |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Ronald Ingraham | Sun City West – Deer Valley Men |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Vince Tobin | PebbleCreek Men’s 9 Hole Golf |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Pam Gagen | Continental – Mon. Ladies |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Sherry Morris | Quail Creek CC Women |
PING Putter | Ron Zirges | Sun City Festival Men’s Golf Club |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Ken Helman | PebbleCreek Men’s Club |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Dave Somerville | Sun City West – Deer Valley Men |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Diane Iversen | Canoa Ranch Women |
GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Bob Dillon | Oakwood GC MOGA |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Paula Rico | AZ Golf Club |
GOLF Forever Membership | Mario Padilla Valadez | Los Mochis CC |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Bill Blocher | Kierland Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Carl Ullian | AZ Golf Club |
November 12, 2021
week five winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Sandy Elliott | Great Eagle Golf Club Women |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Brian Herring | Dobson Ranch Golf Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Jim Higgins | Arizona Traditions |
Titleist Golf Bag | Mary Long | Palm Valley Golf Club |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Kojo Frempong | AZ Golf Club |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Richard Coon | Sun City West – Trail Ridge Men |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Don Hess | The Views Golf Club |
PING Putter | Cindy Mroczka | Sun City Festival Women’s Golf |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Linda Tremelling | Rolling Hills Women (Tucson) |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Dave Anderson | Saddlebrooke Ranch Men’s Golf |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Eric Hainsworth | Legacy Golf Club |
GOLF Forever Membership | John Akin | The 2020 Club |
PING Putter | David Harris | AZ Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Kris Schatzberg | Kierland Golf Club |
November 22, 2021
Week six winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Chuck Taylor | CC at DC Ranch |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Gayle King | Oakwood GC MOGA |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Mary Flagstad | Desert Forest WGA |
Titleist Golf Bag | Wally Leavitt | AZ Golf Club |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Dennis Schepp | Ironwood Golf Club (IMGA) |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Marie McDonald | Painted Mountain Women’s 9 Hole League |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Marc Chrstianson | PebbleCreek Men’s Club |
PING Putter | Diane Hanrahan | Sun City West – Deer Valley Women |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Peter Diamond | Sun City Grand Resident Men’s |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Terry Cox | Sun Lakes Country Club |
Titleist Golf Bag | Sterling Skipper | Mile High Men’s Golf Club |
PING Putter | Thomas Graham | Del Lago Golf Club |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Mitch Morrow | AZ Golf Club |
November 22, 2021
week seven winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Ken Black | Estancia Club |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | John Nieman | Salt River Project Golf Assn |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Brock Furlong | Desert Highlands Golf Club |
Titleist Golf Bag | Bob Valencia | El Conquistador CC |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Bud Mason | Sun City Festival Men’s Golf Club |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Steve Sorensen | Arizona Traditions |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Marc Adler | Starfire Golf Club |
PING Putter | Harold Mitchell | Quail Creek CC Men’s 9 Hole |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Lana McPhelan | Aspen Valley GC WGA |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Robert Christakos | Stonecreek Men’s Club |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Robert Slavonia | The 2020 Club |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Tim Murphy | Valley Golfers Association |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | James Bladel | Mile High Men’s Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Jill Kapauns | AZ Golf Club |
December 9, 2021
Week 8 winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Peter Schelzig | El Conquistador Country Club |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Marc Goldberg | PebbleCreek Men’s Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Marsha Macdougall | Antelope Hills WGA |
Titleist Golf Bag | Dan Kinninger | Bogey Boys of AZ |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Kathy Burns | Ironwood Golf Club WGA |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | William Weaver | Arizona Seniors Golf Assn |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Will Foote | Estancia Club |
PING Putter | Dick Boscombe | Ironwood Golf Club (IMGA) |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Christopher McDonald | Sun City Grand Men’s Club |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Mark Anderson | Putt Stinkers |
Titleist Golf Bag | Tadd Huntington | AZ Golf Club |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Chase Kasun | Mile High Men’s Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Al Kitlica | Ancala Country Club |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Greg Rothmeyer | Luckyputts Arizona |
December 9, 2021
week nine winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Chad Hossack | Dobson Ranch Golf Club |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Kiwi Munoz | Sun Lakes Country Club WGA |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Tamara West | Dobson Ranch GC Women |
Titleist Golf Bag | Peter Baumbusch | Estancia Club |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | Caroline Brown | Cottonwood CC WGA |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Michael Ahern | Randolph Men’s Club |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Terry Pistole | Starfire Golf Club Women |
PING Putter | Scott Northern | Southern Arizona Men’s Golf Club |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Marsha Prokosch | Quail Creek Golf Club |
$50 Troon North Gift Card | Rich Stagg | The Views Golf Club |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Michael Brick | AZ Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Wayne Himple | Falcon Dunes GC Men’s 18 |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Gloria Reyes | AZ Golf Club |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Trevor Olson | Legacy Golf Club |
January 12, 2022
Week ten winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Kathleen Ledesma | Haven Golf Club Lady 9ers |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Linda Mirro | PebbleCreek Ladies Golf Association |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Gary Campbell | Payson Golf Club |
Titleist Golf Bag | Jim Wilson | Sun City Grand Men’s Club |
REKS Stylish Sun Glasses | John Leng | Sun City West – Deer Valley Men |
$25 Amazon Gift Card | Fred Wills | Oakwood Golf Club MOGA |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Bev Byrd | Heron Lakes Ladies 9 |
PING Putter | Bob Thornton | Quail Creek Golf Club |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Pete Imbs | Wickenburg Ranch Golf Club |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Thomas Holland | The Views Golf Club |
Titleist Golf Bag | Dylan Wojcik | AZ Golf Club |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Justin Jochum | Del Lago Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Peter Borquez | AZ Golf Club |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Fred Farrar | Ancala Country Club |
January 12, 2022
week eleven winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Joe Acosta | IGA Golf Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Keith Clinton | PebbleCreek Men’s Club |
GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | John Scanniello | Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia |
Titleist Golf Bag | Mike Mcgowan | Superstition Mountain Golf Club |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Tom Standish | Apache Wells Country Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | John Vanluvanee | Forest Highlands AGA |
$50 PGA TOUR Superstore Gift Card | Pamela Mason | AZ Golf Club |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Jerry Vriesenga | Saddlebrooke Golf Club |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Agneta Hansson | Encanto Women’s Golf Club |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Nancy Hermanson | Cottonwood CC WGA |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Jim Flaherty | AZ Golf Club |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Greg Depatie | AZ Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Jeff Hodapp | August Ranch AGA |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Randy Allred | Mile High Men’s Golf Club |
January 12, 2022
week twelve winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Karen Wilhelm | Tonto Verde WGA |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Genene Gude | Palo Verde CC WGA |
GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Jerry O’Dean | Agave Highlands |
Titleist Golf Bag | Frank Smith | Desert Forest Golf Club |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | George Hall | Chaparral Pines & The Rim M18 |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Londie Mayr | Cobre Valley Women |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | John Divall | Forest Highlands AGA |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Dave McIntire | Salt River Project Golf Association |
$50 in Gift Cards Darden Restaurants | Dale Rygg | Apache Wells Country Club |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Lori Aspaas | Cottonwood CC 9’ers |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Juan Lucio Guzman | AZ Golf Club |
$50 Van’s Golf Shops Gift Card | Craig Torosian | Ancala Country Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Thomas Albaugh | AZ Golf Club |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Mimi Hymel | AZ Under 30 Club |
January 12, 2022
week thirteen winners
Prize | Winner | Club |
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Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Jerry Kielblock | San Ignacio Golf Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | Robert Woodman | Yuma Golf & Country Club |
GOLFTEC Swing Evaluation | Mary Whitaker | Continental – Wednesday Ladies |
Titleist Golf Bag | Rebecca Rosselli | Talking Rock WGA |
PXG 0311 Forged Wedge | Peter Mistretta | Copper Canyon Golf Club |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Kim Vormestrand | Trilogy Golf Club at Vistancia |
$100 Troon North Gift Card | Scott Offerman | Wickenburg Ranch Golf Club |
$50 2nd Swing Gift Card | Danny Jetton | Palo Verde CC Men’s Golf Association |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Jean Sturm | Working Women’s Golf Association |
Bushnell Phantom 2 GPS | Elaine Marchese | Mesa Country Club WGA |
$50 STK Steakhouse Gift Card | Shane Radford | AZ Golf Club |
Caddy Daddy Constrictor II Travel Bag | Sherry Severance | The 2020 Club |
Dozen PRO VI Golf Balls | Greg Harden | Legacy Golf Club |
Subtle Patriot Backpack | John Blumenshine | Del Lago Golf Club |
Check back each week to see a list of prizes and winners.
Membership Frequently Asked Questions
How do I join the AGA and get my Handicap Index?
There are three ways to join the AGA and all include a USGA WHS Handicap Index:
- Golf Club Member – Become a member of any AGA member club. From private, green-grass facilities to online-only clubs, you can find a club that matches your availability and style in our Club Directory. Once you find a club that meets your needs on the list:
- If the club allows you to join online, a blue “Join” button will appear to the right of the club’s name in the Club Directory. Simply click on that button and enter your contact information. If you already have a GHIN number, be sure to use the same number every time you join a club.
- If the club does not allow you to join online, call the club’s phone number to join instead.
- Join AZ Golf Club – the AGA’s online club is perfect for those who don’t want to play regularly with the same league. Join AZ Golf Club Now!
- Start your own club – Do things your way…check out how easy it is to start your own club today!
Do I have to join a golf club to join the AGA?
Yes, to maintain a valid USGA Handicap Index, you must be a member of a certified USGA golf club. But don’t worry! We make the process easy and there are several options including the AGA’s online golf club, the AZ Golf Club. Use our Club Directory to find the club that is right for you or join our online club, AZ Golf Club today!
What benefits do I get with my Arizona Golf Association membership?
- USGA Handicap Index – The Arizona Golf Association is the only Arizona-based allied golf association of the USGA authorized to provide golfers with an official USGA Handicap Index, which summarizes a player’s skill level and evens the playing field for golfers of all abilities.
- Course/Slope Ratings – The AGA is licensed and authorized by the USGA to perform and maintain Course/Slope Ratings at all AGA Member Facilities every 10 years or when significant changes have occurred prior to that 10 year mark.
- Score Posting Kiosks – Score posting kiosks are available at facilities that choose to offer one for their members. These score posting computers are maintained by AGA staff to ensure seamless operation and use.
- Exclusive Member Offers – AGA members can save hundreds by taking advantage of exclusive offers for local golf through the AGA Member Advantage Program, travel destinations, apparel, equipment, event tickets and more. Member offers change monthly and are promoted on the azgolf.org website as well as through email communications.
- Playing Opportunities – AGA members of all skill levels, genders, and ages can take advantage of formal and informal playing opportunities at beautiful Arizona public and private facilities by participating in events from individual gross championships and team net events to AGA Scramble Days and Just For Fun Days.
- Member Communications – AGA members stay connected to golf in Arizona through a complimentary subscription to Arizona Golf Insider Magazine in both the print and digital editions, a customized access to azgolf.org and AGA Mobile App, a monthly digital newsletter, bi-monthly Handicap Revision newsletters, and partner offers.
- Private Club Access – AGA members have the opportunity to play select private facilities in both formal and informal settings through championships and tournaments as well as programs like the Senior Cup Series, AGA Scramble Days, and AGA Just for Fun Days. Check out our Event Directory.
- Educational Events – As an allied golf association of the USGA, the AGA is your local resource for Rules of Golf, USGA Handicap System and Course Rating information. Each year the AGA conducts several seminars throughout the state, all of which are free to attend (fee for lunch may apply). You can find education seminars in the Learn tab on our website at azgolf.org.
- Golf Travel Experiences – Each year, the AGA takes groups of members to premier destinations around the world and domestically. The AGA will also provide a resource for golf travel destinations on our website starting in the fall of 2021. Visit our Travel page to learn more about upcoming trips.
- Unique Members Only Contests & Surveys – Each month the AGA conducts a survey in the newsletter with a chance for members to win prizes. Additionally, there is a member appreciation event October 1 – December 31 with a minimum of 10 prizes drawn each week.
Should I use the same GHIN number if I am moving from another state/club?
Yes. You should use the same GHIN number in all participating states and with all clubs. This ensures that your Handicap Index is accurate and includes your full scoring history.
What is the difference between Regular Club Membership and AZ Golf Club Membership?
Each option provides you with full AGA member benefits, including a USGA Handicap Index.
- Regular Club Membership means that you are joining an AGA licensed club and you have full access to that club’s events, tournaments and championships.
- If you don’t consistently play at one course or just want to track your Handicap, join the AGA’s online club, the AZ Golf Club, to get your Official Handicap Index and other AGA member benefits. The AZ Golf Club membership is valid a full year and will renew 365 days from purchase.
How long is my membership valid?
- Calendar Year Clubs – If your club’s membership is based on a calendar year, new memberships will either be valid from the day you join until December 31 or if you join after September 30, your memberships will be valid through the end of the following December. This can be a maximum of 15 months.
- Revolving Clubs – If your club’s membership is based on a revolving year, your membership is valid for 365 days from the day you join.
You can login to your Dashboard on our website at azgolf.org to see when your membership(s) will expire.
How does someone change clubs?
- You can join any club you desire as long as you meet the criteria set for that particular club.
- If you wish to change clubs at the end of the club’s year, simply let your current membership lapse or if auto-renewal is active, turn it off by logging in to your Dashboard at azgolf.org. It is also recommended to let your current club administrator know that you will not be returning.
- If you want to change clubs, partway through the year, you will need to join the new club, paying its membership dues. You may apply for a multi-member rebate on our website in the Products & Services tab. This applies to multiple full year dues only.
- To join a different club, follow the same procedure as outlined above in the section labeled “How do I join the AGA and get my Handicap Index?”
Do I have to play with my club?
Your level of participation with your club is entirely up to you, as long as you meet your club’s minimum requirements. The AGA encourages golfers to engage with their club because they are fun, social and are an essential part of our golf community. While your club may offer regular events, you can play and post your score at any golf course with any group of people you choose.
How do I change my home club designation for handicap purposes if I am a member of more than one club?
In general, this is not important. If you are a member of more than one club and you want to change your home club designation, please contact your club administrator or the AGA. Home club designation is to ensure your Handicap Index is managed in accordance with the Rules of Handicapping and does not change your membership status in any club.
Am I a USGA member when I join the AGA and vice versa?
No. Your AGA membership includes a USGA Handicap Index. It is not a membership to the USGA. Conversely, if you join the USGA Members Program, this does not include a USGA Handicap Index. USGA Membership is a philanthropic donation to the USGA. To establish a Handicap Index, you must become affiliated with a golf club.
Why is there an increase in membership dues in 2022?
- AGA has not raised dues since2009, while the number of members has significantly increased.
- Administrative support of more than 90,000 memberships and 620 clubs requires a full-time, friendly, qualified, and knowledgeable staff to be available throughout the year to answer your questions and meet your needs.
- During the season, October 1 – April 30, AGA staff respond to an average of 700 inquiries a day from members and member clubs.
- Additional programs are required to meet the growing demand for participation at all levels of the game.
- Technology advances to the AGA website, mobile app and state-of-the-art billing system are constantly being developed to make our products more efficient and provide the best possible user experience.
- Tournament software is included with your membership and available with no additional charge to the clubs.
- New events for both men and women, competitive and social, are constantly being added to our schedule to increase engagement among members and potential members.
- Expanded travel program to meet member desires to experience golf in cultures across the United States and around the world.
- As a leader in the industry, the AGA is well positioned to advocate for community organizations and non-profits that make a significant impact in our community through the game of golf through Outreach programs and financial support from the Arizona Golf Foundation.
Why is there an extra $5 discount for people paying individually through Online Join & Renew?
The AGA’s standard membership fee for 2022 is $45. As we have done in previous years, we are again offering a $5 discount to those that renew early between October 1 and December 31, 2021 (Does not apply to revolving year clubs). There is an additional $5 discount offered to those paying through Online Join & Renew because each individual updates and verifies their contact and mailing information in the process. This helps us keep our database up to date and saves us money in the long run. The AGA member benefits include a subscription to AZ Golf Insider Magazine which is mailed through the post office four times per year and requires a current address.
I already paid my GHIN fee in another state. Do I have to pay a second time?
Yes, you do need to join a club in Arizona to receive benefits from the Arizona Golf Association and be eligible to play in Arizona events.
I already joined an Arizona club, but want to join an additional club. Do I need to pay association dues again?
You are required to pay AGA association dues at each club to which you belong. These dues help cover the cost of course rating, kiosks at the club, AGA club support and more. However, you are eligible for a rebate making the association portion of your fees for additional clubs just $15. To apply for a rebate, click here.
- Note, if all of your clubs offer membership through Online Join & Renew, your multi-member discount will be automatically deducted at checkout.
OPTIONS TO JOIN
If you’re looking to join a club for the first time, want to join a new club or just want to see what your options are, we have a comprehensive list of Arizona clubs you can search.
Join: A Club from our Directory
If you already know which club you want to join or want to know what’s available, we recommend you start with our Club Directory. Here you can see each club’s membership requirements, play days, location, pricing and contact information. Many clubs can be joined online, but in some cases you will need to contact the club directly.
*Each Club sets its own prices, be sure to check before purchasing.
Search Club Directory
When you join any official member club in Arizona, you automatically become a member of Arizona’s largest amateur golf community, the Arizona Golf Association.
With your AGA membership you will be able to:
Obtain your official USGA Handicap Index and track your performance
Find opportunities to play and engage with the sport year-round
Learn about the game, its Rules, history and impact
Participate in local, state, regional and national events
Take advantage of exclusive Member Benefits like discounted tee times and Travel Opportunities
Access the AZ Golf Insider Magazine, the official publication of the AGA, which is published four times a year and mailed to you.
And much more!
Join: AZ Golf Club
If you don’t know what club you want to join or don’t consistently play at one course, you can join the AGA’s online club. Members receive an official USGA Handicap alongside other AGA member benefits and are also invited to join us for special events.
*Club membership is valid for a full year and will renew 365 days from purchase.
Join: AZ Under30 Club
This program was designed for young adults between the age of 19-29 to ensure that they have opportunities to play and enjoy the many benefits of golf without the burden of high fees. Members receive an official USGA Handicap alongside other AGA member benefits and are also invited to join us for special events.
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