MASSACHUSETTS GOLF ASSOCIATION INC

Handicapping service - the mga provides accurate and timely handicap indexes for roughly 135,000 golfers in massachusetts and upholds the integrity of the usga handicap system. Maintaining a handicap index allows golfers of varying skill levels to compete on an equitable basis.

Miscellaneous - course rating, measuring and marking - the mga rates courses for men and women in accordance with the usga course & slope rating system. Precise ratings are provided for each set of tees so that golfers can enjoy the benefits of an accurate and equitable handicap system. The mga also accurately measures courses to ensure precise ratings. Additionally, the mga assists its clubs in properly marking and defining their golf courses (i.e. Water hazards, out of bounds, ball drops, etc.) for either competitive or recreational play so that members can become accustomed to playing under the rules of golf. These programs are provided as a complimentary service to golf clubs.educational seminars - the mga conducts educational seminars on a myriad of topics including the rules of golf, etiquette, handicap system, tournament pairing programs and course rating.usga liaison - the mga assists the usga with national issues affecting amateur golf, processes amateur status reinstatement applications, conducts qualifying rounds for usga championships and upholds the integrity of the usga handicap system. The usga relies heavily on state and regional golf associations to coordinate its programs and accomplish its objectives.rentals - the mga provides various unaffiliated golf related tax-exempt organizations with office space in the association's property - the golf house - at less than fair rental value. Two organizations, occupying approximately 25% of the office space in the golf house, pay rents in accordance with their leases, respectively.