Women in Golf

Women’s golf has evolved from its 16th-century Scottish roots into the sport’s fastest-growing demographic. Founded in 1950 by 13 pioneers, the LPGA now leads a global movement where women and girls represent 28% of on-course golfers—a record high driven by a 40% surge in participation since 2019. This growth is fueled by increased media coverage, rising prize purses, and accessible “off-course” venues like simulators, which are successfully dismantling the game’s traditional barriers.