2025 Women's Leadership Academy: News and buzz

Follow updates from GCM on this week's activities at GCSAA headquarters in Lawrence

GCSAA chapter delegates connect

The Chapter Delegates Meeting at GCSAA headquarters provided ‘a lot of information in a short amount of time.’

Women’s Leadership Academy returns to GCSAA

A diverse group of 37 women to take part in education and professional development event in Lawrence, Kan.

Kevin Komer, CGCS, earns GCSAA's Excellence in Government Affairs Award

Komer is recognized for his many years of exemplary advocacy on behalf of golf course superintendents

GCSAA promotes Leann Cooper to senior director, member programs

Experienced association professional has been serving GCSAA members since 2000

Bert McCarty, Ph.D., honored with GCSAA’s Outstanding Contribution Award

World-renowned turfgrass scientist will receive the award at the 2026 GCSAA Conference and Trade Show

Brigitte Ortiz named GCSAA’s 2026 Larry Powell Scholarship recipient

The future superintendent is adding to her turfgrass education by pursing an MBA

GCSAA launches Greenkeeper Certificate

The certificate program for entry-level crew includes education, exam and skills demonstration in six key areas.

GCSAA video training series introduces new staff to the course

Eight assistant golf course superintendents chosen for EXCEL Leadership Program

Funded by Nufarm, the EXCEL Leadership Program offers leadership training for future leaders in golf course management

Steven Spatafore selected for GCSAA’s Emerging Leader Award

Californian has been making a difference in his short time as a superintendent.

GCSAA Foundation launches Col. John Morley Centennial Campaign

The GCSAA Foundation's Centennial fundraising campaign will establish a new endowment honoring GCSAA’s founder, Col. John Morley.

Anderson, Lewis named GCSAA Grassroots Ambassador Leadership Award winners

Turfgrass professionals honored for advocacy efforts, advancement of association priority issues and congressional outreach

GCSAA names Brian Martorana senior director, marketing and communications

Accomplished marketing professional will provide strategic direction for key areas

GCSAA and the National Alliance for Accessible Golf

Golf course superintendents play a crucial role in ensuring facilities are accessible to individuals who require additional access.

Say thanks to your golf course superintendent

Leave a personalized message for those who are essential to the game of golf

Ernesto Martinez receives 2025 Allan MacCurrach Jr. Award

The award supports outstanding non-traditional students pursuing a career in golf course and turf management

Dan Miller wins Mendenhall Award in 2025 GCSAA Scholars Competition

Twenty-three students will receive scholarships for golf/turf management or related fields

GCSAA Foundation awards education grants to 40 GCSAA chapters

The Chapter Education Grants are presented in partnership with ClubProcure

Palm Beach GCSA gives major gift to GCSAA Foundation

The Palm Beach Golf Course Superintendents Association's gift will support the annual fund, First Green and Rounds 4 Research.