IAGA and Alliance Working Together to Deliver Education

This Webinar Series is open to anyone interested in participating!

The International Association of Golf Administrators (IAGA) has announced a partnership with the National Alliance for Accessible Golf (Alliance) to provide IAGA member associations and the golf facilities they serve with educational resources to facilitate the growth of adaptive golf.

To kick off this important golf industry initiative, the IAGA and the Alliance will conduct a series of educational webinars beginning on August 15, to introduce IAGA members and interested golf facility owners, leadership and staff to the National Alliance Education Hub. The webinars will culminate with in-person education at the IAGA Annual Conference.

According to Bill Walker, Executive Director of the IAGA, “The Golf Access and Inclusion Network® (GAIN) and the Alliance Education Hub deliver a no-cost benefit to our member associations. This platform will be a valuable tool as more and more of our members are becoming involved with or organizing adaptive golf events and programming”. Read More

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By Denise Pane, CEO & Founder, Access Design Studio - The digital world is an ecosystem that shapes, reflects, and often amplifies the organization of our everyday lives. But for many, this essential world remains partially or entirely inaccessible, creating barriers where there should be connections. When websites fail to be accessible, they enforce isolation over inclusion, hinder independence, and can significantly impact the quality of life for people with disabilities. This blog post isn’t about code, regulations, or checklists. It’s about understanding the human impact of website accessibility and realizing the urgency to advocate and implement change.

Imagine planning your day without the use of the web. Or, imagine it taking 5 times as long to use every website you use each day. Read More

2024 Ohio Adaptive Open

Final Results

By Seamus Houg h - The 2nd Annual Ohio Adaptive Open presented by the John T. Reis Foundation came to a close today after two inspiring days of golf and fellowship. All 39 competitors were able to finish both days of the tournament and were all smiles during the final trophy presentation on the 18th green. The adaptive golf community and the Ohio Adaptive Open are both growing rapidly, and the Northern Ohio Golf Association is proud to host this event.

The overall winner of the Men’s Division was Toledo native John Trenchik, who followed up his first-round 75 with a 76 on Sunday.

In the Women’s Overall Division, Sophia Howard was able to secure a 12-stroke victory over the next closest player. Read More

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A Journey Worth Celebrating

We've had the chance to get to know Josh Basile and his love for the game of golf here at the Alliance ... a passion that further developed after his injury outlined in his story below. Josh is an advocate who shows us the power of inclusion.

By Josh Basile - It was 20 years ago today when I heard a loud crunch reverberate from my neck and then spread throughout my body. On August 1, 2004, a wave slammed me headfirst against the ocean floor changing my life forever. As I lay motionless in the critical care unit with a ventilator helping me to breathe, I questioned what my future would hold.

Will I ever walk again? Will I finish school? Will I have a career? Will I play golf again? Will I fall in love? Will I become a Dad? Read More

Are You Using GAIN?

Did you check out the latest conversations or started one on GAIN?

Have you added your adaptive golf programs and events to the calendar?

Have you accessed the Alliance Education Hub to take advantage of the education provided at no cost to learners?

Are you a golfer or facility looking for advice or an expert that can provide guidance or solutions?

Click HERE to connect with the adaptive golf community!

Is Your Facility Ready?

Do you have an accessible website? Does it include policies that facilitate communications and positive customer service experiences for both your staff and ALL of your customers?

Do you conduct ADA training related to the game of golf at your facility for leadership and staff in all departments?

Do you have a barrier free environment?

It's easy to gauge your facility ADA Readiness with the National Alliance Self Assessment. Click HERE to learn more!

The National Alliance for Accessible Golf is the industry leader in inclusion— working to ensure the opportunity for all individuals with disabilities to play the game of golf and is represented by major golf, recreation and therapeutic organizations across the country.

Use of materials from Golf Inclusion Monthly: Please note, the Alliance encourages you to repurpose and share articles we have written or that have been provided to us for publishing in Golf Inclusion Monthly. We request that you please reference Golf Inclusion Monthly Published by the National Alliance for Accessible Golf and share the link for the article you have sourced. If you have any questions, please reach out to info@accessgolf.org. Thank you.

Thank you to our golf industry friends and supporters who contribute in so many ways to our mission of increasing participation of individuals with disabilities in the game of golf.

Please contact our Executive Director, davebarton@accessgolf.org if you and/or your company are interested in helping us further enhance our educational and resource offerings and grow our grant funds used to increase the participation of individuals with disabilites in the game of golf.

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