National Amateur Golf Community

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VGA North America is the national community for amateur golfers — from first-timers to seasoned competitors. Play tournaments, track your game, and join thousands of golfers across all 50 states.

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VGA National Championship
Featured Event

VGA National Championship

September 12–14, 2026Pebble Beach, CA

The premier event of the VGA calendar. Open to all members with a handicap index of 18 or below. Compete for the national title on one of America's most iconic courses.

Mid-Atlantic Open

Mid-Atlantic Open

August 22–23, 2026Bethesda, MD
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Lone Star Classic

Lone Star Classic

September 5–6, 2026Austin, TX
Open registration
Great Lakes Invitational

Great Lakes Invitational

September 19–20, 2026Chicago, IL
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Membership

Your Game. Your Community. Your Stage.

Starting at $49/year

VGA membership opens the door to a national network of golfers, exclusive tournament access, and tools to track and improve your game.

  • Access to 120+ sanctioned tournaments nationwide
  • Official USGA handicap index tracking
  • Member-only leaderboards and scoring history
  • Exclusive discounts at partner courses and pro shops
  • Community events, clinics, and networking
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News & Updates

From the VGA Community

Southwest Regional: Johnson Takes the Title in Dramatic Playoff
Tournament Recap·

Southwest Regional: Johnson Takes the Title in Dramatic Playoff

After 36 holes of tight competition, Marcus Johnson clinched the Southwest Regional title with a birdie on the second playoff hole at Desert Willow.

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5 Practice Drills to Lower Your Handicap Before Fall Season
Tips & Training·

5 Practice Drills to Lower Your Handicap Before Fall Season

With the fall tournament schedule approaching, VGA's head instructor shares the five drills that consistently help amateur golfers drop strokes fast.

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VGA Welcomes 200 New Members in July — A Record Month
Community·

VGA Welcomes 200 New Members in July — A Record Month

July 2026 marked the biggest single-month membership growth in VGA history, with new members joining from 38 states and a record number of junior golfers.

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