WHAT IS THE MGA?
The Missouri Golf Association is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote the best interests and true spirit of the game of golf throughout the State of Missouri.

WHAT DOES THE MGA DO?
Date back to 1905; our Directors have devoted their time and effort to advance the great game of golf in all corners of our state. With the help of its Member Clubs, the MGA works to keep the game great by providing the services described below.

Statewide Championships
The MGA conducts several statewide championships each year. These include the Senior Series, Father/Son, Senior Four-Ball, Amateur, Junior Amateur, Junior Amateur Match Play, Amateur Stroke Play, Ozark Junior Challenge Cup Matches, Four-Ball, Senior Amateur, Mid-Amateur, Ken Lanning, Junior Series and Junior Collegiate Preview Invitational. Also, the State Club Team and the Regional Collegiate.

Handicap System
The MGA, in conjunction with the USGA, offers the GHIN (Golf Handicap and Information network) Member Service, which is used by over 100 golf courses in the State of Missouri. GHIN currently services 65 State and Regional Golf Associations with over two million golfers. This national network enables golfers of differing abilities to compete on an equitable basis. Contact Karen Raithel kraithel@mogolf.org

Course Rating and Measuring
The MGA is authorized to rate and measure golf courses statewide in accordance with USGA guidelines. This service is available to member clubs and courses. Contact Randy Bickel rbickel@mogolf.org

Membership Benefits
The MGA distributes an annual schedule of tournament events and entry forms for each event. Provides advice and information for golf, handicap and rules chairpersons, and provides educational seminars. 
Click here for a detailed list of MGA benefits to member clubs and players.

WHY JOIN THE MGA?
It is important in Missouri that a non-commercial and impartial body of amateur golfers exists to administer the principal concerns of Missouri golfers. The MGA needs the continued support of its long-time member clubs and the affiliation of new clubs to help promote, aid, and advance amateur golf in the State of Missouri.