Black Desert Resort is Utah's newest natural wonder. Since opening its doors in May 2023, it's already received numerous awards, including designation as "No. 1 golf course in Utah" in Golfweek’s “Best Courses You Can Play."
Sophomore Emily Song won the individual title with a 67 while her teammates combined to win the team title by ten strokes. This is the third year in a row that Santa Margarita HS has swept the individual and team competitions.
Following a groundbreaking ceremony held at the facility, wheels are officially in motion for Maggie Hathaway GC Renewal project, culminating in a new golf course and clubhouse slated to reopen in late 2025.
This year marks a major milestone for the SCGA. Take a look at some of the key moments that have defined the Association over the years.
When you join the SCGA, you automatically have access to a Handicap Index®. This handy tool provides all the stats and data needed to track and improve your game through the GHIN mobile app–while also allowing you to play competitively against friends of all skill levels.
Join one of more than 1,400 SCGA golf clubs that host golf events throughout the year at your favorite courses. Plus, you get access to over 100 SCGA-hosted competitive and casual golf events.
Your membership supports the SCGA's efforts to advocate on behalf of golf at the local, state, and federal levels and empower the next generation of golf through the SCGA Junior Golf Foundation.
The SCGA is committed to doing everything it can to ensure that your golf experience is amazing, that the sport continues to thrive and that we leave the game in a better place for generations to come.
Even if we don't want to admit it, golf is always competitive. We play against ourselves, the course and the members of our group. Take your competitive spirit to the next level and play in an SCGA event—we promise, there's something for everyone!
The SCGA administers over 300 competitive and social events per year for its members, serving golfers of all skill levels and often offering access to exclusive courses!
The SCGA is proud of its relationship with the USGA and can't wait to watch you qualify for national amateur championships.
The SCGA has events for everyone. Get private club access via our Member Outing Program or dip your toes in competitive golf in a One-Day Series event.
There are more that 1,200 public golf club communities in the SCGA that you can join! They are a FANTASTIC way to upgrade your golf experience, make new friends and participate in friendly competitions. The SCGA, through it's Member Clubs and Facilities, is committed to growing the SoCal golf community.
Whether you're looking for an official Handicap Index or play an exclusive private club, the SCGA has a full slate of benefits that will instantly upgrade your golf experience.
It can be difficult to gather three golf friends for 18 holes every week – When you join the SCGA, your local club will be your new golf community.
The SCGA is home to almost 500 member facilities. Our course rating and measuring are the link that makes your Handicap Index® transferable from course to course.
The SCGA supports the health of the game we all love while being mindful of environmental, social and societal changes.
A USGA/GHIN Handicap Index is the only trusted measurement of a golfer's potential playing ability. Once you establish yours, you'll have the tools to compete with anyone.
The SCGA is your source for any and all things related to the Rules of Golf. Our expert staff are certified through the USGA and can provide the correct ruling no matter what craziness happens on the course...we've seen it all.
Whatever the public policy issue, the SCGA is a constant presence at local, state and national levels, working to ensure that the political terrain is friendly for all who love and play the game of golf in Southern California.
When you join the SCGA, you automatically have access to a Handicap Index®. This handy tool provides all the stats and data needed to track and improve your game–while also allowing you to play competitively against friends of all skill levels.
We create local golf communities that provide a safe, supportive and encouraging environment for youth to have fun, explore their future and develop the necessary skills to achieve their goals.
We are coming together with club in hand at golf outings, competitions and championships. We are a community of women, sharing personal stories and experiences on and off the course.
We know where golf has been historically. We know where it must go to have a lasting future. The platform for golf’s future must be based on thoughtfulness, understanding and acknowledgement.
Even if we don't want to admit it, golf is always competitive. We play against ourselves, the course and the members of our group. Take your competitive spirit to the next level and play in an SCGA event—we promise, there's something for everyone!
The SCGA administers over 300 competitive and social events per year for its members, serving golfers of all skill levels and often offering access to exclusive courses!
The SCGA is proud of its relationship with the USGA and can't wait to watch you qualify for national amateur championships.
The SCGA has events for everyone. Get private club access via our Member Outing Program or dip your toes in competitive golf in a One-Day Series event.
There are more that 1,200 public golf club communities in the SCGA that you can join! They are a FANTASTIC way to upgrade your golf experience, make new friends and participate in friendly competitions. The SCGA, through it's Member Clubs and Facilities, is committed to growing the SoCal golf community.
Whether you're looking for an official Handicap Index or play an exclusive private club, the SCGA has a full slate of benefits that will instantly upgrade your golf experience.
It can be difficult to gather three golf friends for 18 holes every week – When you join the SCGA, your local club will be your new golf community.
The SCGA is home to almost 500 member facilities. Our course rating and measuring are the link that makes your Handicap Index® transferable from course to course.
The SCGA supports the health of the game we all love while being mindful of environmental, social and societal changes.
A USGA/GHIN Handicap Index is the only trusted measurement of a golfer's potential playing ability. Once you establish yours, you'll have the tools to compete with anyone.
The SCGA is your source for any and all things related to the Rules of Golf. Our expert staff are certified through the USGA and can provide the correct ruling no matter what craziness happens on the course...we've seen it all.
Whatever the public policy issue, the SCGA is a constant presence at local, state and national levels, working to ensure that the political terrain is friendly for all who love and play the game of golf in Southern California.
When you join the SCGA, you automatically have access to a Handicap Index®. This handy tool provides all the stats and data needed to track and improve your game–while also allowing you to play competitively against friends of all skill levels.
We create local golf communities that provide a safe, supportive and encouraging environment for youth to have fun, explore their future and develop the necessary skills to achieve their goals.
We are coming together with club in hand at golf outings, competitions and championships. We are a community of women, sharing personal stories and experiences on and off the course.
We know where golf has been historically. We know where it must go to have a lasting future. The platform for golf’s future must be based on thoughtfulness, understanding and acknowledgement.
The Southern California Golf Association is devoted to providing all Southland golfers with the best experience possible.
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