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About the Oregon Golf Association

The Oregon Golf Association (OGA) was formed in 1924 to conduct the Oregon Amateur golf championship which included both Men and Women. The OGA is a 501(c) 6 non-profit amateur golf association governed by volunteer, amateur golfers who employ a full-time, professional staff of nine people.

Today, the OGA has evolved into a non-profit entity of more than 270 public and private clubs numbering approximately 50,000 members throughout Oregon and SW Washington. The OGA is unique in that its membership is comprised of all demographics including Men, Women, Adults, Seniors, Juniors, Private and Public golfers.

Licensed by the United States Golf Association as guardian of the game of golf for this region, the OGA promotes enhancement and expansion of the game of golf by protecting the game’s integrity and valued traditions, as well as promoting opportunities for all that want to play by leading in the development of member and information services.

Subsidiary businesses include Oregon Junior Golf Fund, Inc. (OJGF), a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable foundation and OGA Golf Course, Inc. (OGAGC).

OJGF oversees a nationally recognized junior golf program for over 1,100 youth in Oregon and SW Washington. Each year, the Oregon Golf Association presents more than 60 days of competition and more than 6,000 rounds of competitive golf for Junior Golfers ranging in age from 8 through 17. It also has developed one of the premiere regional junior golf competitions in the country, the Hogan Cup. Hogan Cup alumni include tour players such as Bobby Clampett, Fred Couples, Joe Rassett, Jack Renner, Lennie Clements, Scott Simpson, Rick Fehr, Robert Gamez, Bill Sanders, Kirk Triplett, Jim Nelford, John Fought, Peter Jacobsen, Jeff Quinney, Casey Martin, Michael Putnam, Ricky Barnes, Jason Gore and Tiger Woods.

The OGA is one of eight amateur golf associations in the country that owns and/or operates a for-profit public golf course. More than 40,000 rounds of golf are played annually at the OGA Golf Course, located in Woodburn, Ore.

History of the OGA

Today the OGA has developed into a non-profit entity of more than 270 public, private and associate clubs throughout Oregon and SW Washington with over 45,000 individual members. As guardian of the game in our region, our mission is to foster the enhancement and expansion of the game of golf by leading in the development of member and information services, the promotion of opportunities for all that want to play, and protection of the game’s integrity and valued traditions.

Although the OGA of today has many facets and areas of activity (even owning its own golf course), its only original purpose was the conduct of championship tournaments. The OGA was founded 80 years ago because one man, Ed Nuestadter of Tualatin CC thought the three clubs in Portland which had been conducting the Oregon Amateur championship (Tualatin CC, Waverley CC and the Portland Golf Club) needed some help.

The Oregon Amateur started in 1904 when 11 men and 13 ladies competed at Waverley CC. Waverley was the only course in the Portland area at the time and it continued to hold the event every year through 1916. It was played at Gearhart GL in 1917, cancelled in 1918 due to World War I and played at Waverley, Portland GC and Tualatin from 1919 through 1923. As the years passed and fields grew larger, and as new courses were built, it became evident that the clubs could use some help with the tournament; and so the Oregon Golf Association formed.

Many of the individuals who were involved with association activities are mentioned in the Four Part History of the Oregon Golf Association written by original Executive Director Dale Johnson. We greatly thank Dale for the many hours he took in researching, compiling and writing this history.

Establish An OGA Corporate Partnership

Golf is also the sport of business and now the Oregon Golf Association is willing to provide a select number of companies an ideal year-round platform for reaching the Pacific Northwest’s most avid golf audience. Those companies looking for the right vehicle to drive business should consider creating a meaningful and measurable partnership with the OGA and its 50,000+ passionnate golfing members in Oregon and Washington.

Image is everything and we’ve got it. As a partner, you’ll tap the equity of the regional governing bodies for the sport, along with our vision and our values. Our core values and beliefs include being community-spirited, forward thinking, proud of our heritage, and committed to serving our members by providing quality facilities, services and benefits that are welcoming, hospitable, are customer service oriented and provide an excellent value.

With our relationship you’ll be able to capitalize on close, relevant and appreciated connections with an affluent and influential audience. In golf, the Pacific Northwest has never looked better. Our courses are being recognized more and more on an international stage having hosted more than 10 major amateur and professional championships in just the past five years.

The OGA's goal is to be able to have the resources to expand direct tangible benefits to our members, as well as develop additional resources so that we may enhance the services we presently offer the golf community whether its programs such as Junior Golf, The First Tee, the
First Green, Evans Scholarship Funds or other opportunities to boost the game of golf at facilities across the region.

Companies interested in reaching golf’s enthusistic and diverse demographics are invited to contact the Oregon Golf Associations to see if a partnership program can be tailored to meet their needs. A limited number of Official Partner opportunities are available. Inquiries should be made by contacting Eric Yaillen at the OGA.

OGA Hires New Director of Marketing & Communications

Oregon Golf Association CEO Barb Trammell recently announced that Aaron Breniman has joined the association staff as its new Director of Marketing & Communications.

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Golf Alliance Unveils Economic Impact Study

"The importance of golf in Oregon extends beyond the golf facilities themselves," said Dr. Peter Ryan. With $1.2 billion of direct economic activity in 2008, the sheer size of the game of golf makes it a major industry in its own right and a significant contributor to Oregon's economy."

2010 Evans Scholars Recipients

This year, 9 scholarships valued at more than $500,000 were awarded thanks to contributions made by members of the OGA.

The Elements of an OGA Partnership

Connect your brand year-round to the thousands of avid golfers and loyal members of the Oregon Golf Association and a powerful regional media footprint. We develop custom partnerships so you can tap the value of a one-on-one relationship with golf’s most valuable consumer and fulfill your specific marketing goals and objectives.

Display Advertising

The official publications for the Oregon Golf Association include both Pacific Northwest Golfer and Golf Oregon.

Pacific Northwest Golfer Magazine

Click Here to read the December issue of Pacific Northwest Golfer Magazine. If you are an active Member of the OGA and have your mailing address in your GHIN record, Pacific Northwest Golfer is mailed directly to your home. Select Read More to access past issues.

Digital Advertising Opportunities

The Oregon Golf Association provides online and electronic opportunities which enable our patners to market their message to the most engaged golf audience. Digital opportunities include eRevisions, targeted email blasts, enewsletters, and for our major partners, an opportunity to have your partnership displayed on Handicap Posting screens. Click Here to download the OGA Digital Ratecard for 2012.

OGA Honors Its Volunteers for 2009

2009 Evans Scholars Recipients

Five high school scholars representing high schools throughout Oregon and SW Washington were recently awarded more than $250,000 in scholarships.

How to Join the OGA

Presently, the only way to join the Oregon Golf Association is to become a member of an OGA Member Club. All OGA memberships include a USGA Handicap Index that is calculated by GHIN, that largest computation service offered by the USGA and only available through state/regional golf associations.

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The Role of Golf Associations

State and Regional Golf Associations such as the OGA serve as the regional representatives of the United States Golf Association (USGA)

OGA Programs & Services

Over the years, the Oregon Golf Association has expanded the number of areas in which it serves it's members. When a golfer joins an OGA Member Club, a portion of the dues that member pays is remitted to the OGA in order to fund a wide variety of activities that benefit golf in Oregon and Southwest Washington.

Benefits of an OGA Membership

Over the years, the Oregon Golf Association has expanded the number of areas in which it serves its members. When a golfer joins an OGA Member Club, a portion of the dues that member pays is remitted to the OGA in order to fund a wide variety of activities that benefit golf in Oregon and Southwest Washington. In addition to GHIN (the USGA Handicap Index® computation service we provide), golfers who are members of OGA Member Clubs will receive numerous valuable benefits.

So You Want A USGA Handicap Index®

A USGA Handicap Index® is more than just a number that is computed using a formula developed by the USGA. It is a process that is governed by a set of Rules that complement the Rules of Golf®.

The Evans Caddie Scholarship Program

The Chick Evans Caddie Scholarship is a one-year full tuition and housing scholarship renewable for four years - a potential value exceeding $50,000 per scholar. The program is administered by the Western Golf Association and supported locally by the Oregon Golf Association and the Pacific Northwest Golf Association

Become an OGA Volunteer

The Oregon Golf Association relies on many volunteers to help provide a higher level of services to its members. Volunteer opportunities are available in Course Rating and with the Tournament Assistance Group (TAG) Team.

Manage Your Personal Information

Create an account on our website using your GHIN number, and as an OGA Member and you will be able to post scores, look up your scoring history, get your handicap card, manage all your information related to GHIN, calculate your course handicap and more!

OGA History - Part I

Covers the years from the OGA’s formation in 1924 until 1941, when World War II brought about cancellation of OGA activity until after peace was signed in 1945.

OGA History - Part II

The second part covers the years from resumption of tournaments in 1946 until the Association was restructured in 1969-70.

OGA History - Part III

The third phase looks at the years 1970 to 1989, during which the OGA restructered itself to better accomodate the needs of the Association and its members.

OGA History - Part IV

The final look into OGA History covers the years from 1990 to the present, highlighting the OGA's most recent developments and accomplishments.

OGA Staff

OGA Executive Committee

OGA Directors

OGA Directors are elected by their respective clubs to serve as liaison to the Golf Association and the Executive Committee.

OGA Member Demographics

OGA Members represent an appealing target audience based on their demographics and purchasing habits.

2008 Evans Scholars Recipients

Eight high school scholars representing high schools throughout Oregon were recently awarded more than $400,000 in scholarships.

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The OGA does not sell, rent, share or otherwise disclose personally identifiable information from customers for commercial purposes in violation of the commitments set forth in this Privacy Notice...

Dick Price

Oregon Amateur Men´s Champion 1961-62; finalist 1963, 1969
Inducted into the Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame in 2007

Bruce Cudd

Oregon Amateur Men's Champion 1952 & 1953
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 1991

Carole Jo (Kabler) Skala

Oregon Amateur Women's Champion - 1955, 1961, 1962, 1965
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 2009

Don Krieger

Oregon Amateur Champion 1956, 1959 & 1967
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 1993

Don Moe

Oregon Men´s Amateur Champion 1928 & 1937; Finalist 1927, 1929 & 1933
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 2001

Frank Dolp

Oregon Men´s Amateur Champion 1925, 1926, 1930, 1931 & 1932.
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 1978

Grace (DeMoss) Zwahalen

Oregon Women´s Amateur Champion 1956, 1957 & 1958; Finalist 1946 & 1950
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 1993

Marion (McDougal) Herron

Oregon Women's Amateur Champion 1936, 1937, 1939 & 1940
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 1979

Mary Budke

Oregon Women´s Amateur Champion 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1976, 1977, 1978 & 1979.
Inducted into the Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 2005

Dr. O. F. Willing

Oregon Men's Amateur Champion 1921, 1922, 1924, 1929 & 1938; Finalist 1923 & 1926. Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 1993

Roderick Macleay

Oregon Men's Amateur Champion 1904, 1905, 1907 & 1909

Rudie Wilhelm

Oregon Amateur Men's Champion 1915, 1917, 1919, 1920 & 1927, Inducted into the Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame, 2001

Violet Pooley

Oregon Amateur Women's Champion 1909
Inducted into Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 1989

Marcia Fisher

Oregon Women´s Amateur Champion 1980-81, 1984-85-86,1992, 2000; finalist 1987, 1995; medalist 1978, 1998
Inducted into the Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame 2007