October 2026

Hi NCGA Club Rep,

As the season wraps up, look to your club’s data for achievements worth celebrating. Year-end honors such as Most Improved Player of the Year, Most Rounds Played, and Lowest Handicap Index recognize the different ways your members made their mark in 2026. Read on for ideas to close out the season with meaningful recognition and practical guidance to prepare your club for 2027.  

You’re receiving this newsletter in your role as Club Rep, and we’re grateful for your partnership in sharing these updates with your fellow club leaders—such as your membership chair, tournament chair, and any members who will benefit from the information. 

In each section, you’ll see notes on who to share the information with.  If a section is titled "For All Club Members", please feel free to include this information in your own Club Newsletters or Member Emails.

New information for Club Reps this month includes:

Sincerely,
Bryan Rodriguez

Getting Ready for 2027

FOR THE CLUB REP & CLUB ADMINS

As we head into 2027, we're highlighting some quick reminders for Club Management during renewal season.

No fee changes for 2027 - Membership fees will remain at $48 for every active member on your club roster.

Calendar Year Clubs (Jan - Dec):

• New members must only be added after January 1, 2027. Adding a new member before January 1 will result in a charge for 2026 and another for 2027, with no refunds.
  
• Renewing members can pay and stay on the roster with no issue.
• Want more flexibility and automations? Clubs that switch to an Anniversary Year (rolling 12-month) model find it easier to recruit members year-round. Reach out if you'd like to make the change or to learn more.

Anniversary Year Clubs (rolling 12-month): 

• Memberships run 12 months from each member's individual join/renewal date, so there's no January cutoff to manage. New members can be added anytime without double-billing concerns.

Officer transitions: If your club is bringing on new officers/admins, get them up to speed on club platforms. Refreshers are available on our Renewal Hub Page linked here.

Also click below to view the 2027 Renewal Checklist to help get ready for the new year. The checklist has clickable links to video guides and specific forms and webpages.

Recognize Your Members’ Achievements with USGA Admin Portal Reports

FOR THE CLUB REP & CLUB ADMINS

Your club’s year-end data tells a story worth sharing.  Club Admins have access to the club's USGA Admin Portal Reports to recognize members for their progress, participation, and achievements.  These acknowledgments give you a meaningful way to celebrate the season beyond the leaderboard.

Click here for a short guide on how to access your club's available reports.

Most Improved Golfer Report:

Recognize progress, not just the lowest scores. This report ranks members by improvement in their Handicap Index over a selected period, helping you identify your club’s Most Improved Golfer and acknowledge their achievement.

Low Handicap Index Report:

A low Handicap Index offers another achievement worth celebrating. Use this report to recognize the member with the lowest handicap for the year.

Rounds Posted Report: 

Celebrate participation, one posted score at a time. Use this report to identify the members who posted the most scores during the year and recognize their commitment to playing and tracking their game.

Exceptional Score Reduction Report:

An exceptional round is worth remembering and recognizing.  Use this report to identify members whose scores stood out relative to their Handicap Index and celebrate those standout performances, regardless of skill level.

All of these reports can be set up with different date ranges and parameters, and can be exported to a spreadsheet or PDF. 

Please contact us here if you have any questions about the different reporting options.

New GHIN Mobile App Redesign

FOR ALL CLUB MEMBERS

The USGA unveils its upgraded GHIN Mobile App, which offers an easier-to-use interface and innovative features.  The updated user experience focuses on a more streamlined, easier-to-use navigation flow, while keeping the familiarity and main purpose of the app – score posting – front and center.  

The redesigned app is now live, so you or your members may have already seen the change!  iOS users can manually download or update it in the Apple App Store, while Android users will receive the update in the coming weeks. Click below to learn more!

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