Professional Golfers Association of South Africa

Today, on World Environment Day, we celebrate the courses, superintendents, and PGA Professionals who champion sustainable practices — from water conservation and responsible turf management to preserving the natural ecosystems that make South African golf so unique.

Protecting the environment means protecting the future of our game.

🏌️‍♂️📦 Driving Excellence On and Off the Course!

We’re proud to share that The Courier Guy is the preferred logistics partner of the PGA of South Africa! 🇿🇦

Through this partnership, we’re helping the PGA deliver a seamless experience to its members by ensuring their member packs are delivered safely and efficiently—right to their doorstep, anywhere in South Africa.

From major cities to remote destinations, their nationwide network ensures that every PGA member receives their materials with the speed, care, and reliability they expect—because great service shouldn’t stop at the course.

The Courier Guy, doesn't just deliver parcels—they connect people, enable organisations, and support excellence every step of the way.

Here’s to strong partnerships, exceptional service, and keeping South Africa moving! 🚚✨

A career in golf goes far beyond the fairways.

PGA Professionals are leaders, coaches, mentors, and business experts shaping the future of the game in South Africa.

If you’re passionate about golf and people, this could be your calling.

✅Learn more - www.pga.co.za

It is with sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Athol Day on Monday, 25 May 2026, at the age of 93.
Athol joined the PGA of South Africa in 1976 and this year marked an incredible milestone of 50 years as a PGA Member.

His career in golf included working at Durbanville Golf Club in the early years of his professional journey, before spending many years at Bellville Golf Club where he became a respected and well-known figure within the Western Province golfing community.

*Message from Graham Webster (past Chairman of the PGA of South Africa)*:

An unsung hero of the PGA and golf in the Western Cape, Athol Day made an enormous contribution to the professional game and to the development of fellow PGA Professionals over many decades.

When I arrived in South Africa in Cape Town in 1981, Athol was already a prominent and highly respected part of the Western Cape PGA. Together with Simon Fogarty, he was a driving force in bringing the local PGA Professionals together — encouraging regular meetings where professionals could share knowledge, ideas and experiences for the benefit of all.

These gatherings eventually evolved into group purchasing initiatives, allowing PGA Professionals to buy products in bulk and offer more competitive pricing to their customers. At the time there were around 15 PGA Professionals in Cape Town, each operating the retail shop at their respective golf clubs.

From these humble beginnings, the initiative later developed into the well-known Golf Links buying group, which ultimately expanded into retail stores within Sportsman's Warehouse.

Athol also played a significant role in helping preserve professional tournament golf in the Western Cape.

There are many PGA Professionals who owe a debt of gratitude to Athol Day for the countless hours he devoted to helping fellow professionals become better businessmen, stronger operators and more united as a profession. His contribution to the PGA and to golf in South Africa will long be remembered.

Our condolences goes out to all the friends and family of Athol

🌟 Proud to recognize Bay Union Insurance as a Top-Tier Partner of the PGA of South Africa 🇿🇦⛳

Bay Unions unwavering support to golf clubs has been emmense through many tough periods in the last few years. Bay Union Insurance plays a vital role in driving excellence both on and off the course by also offering world class short term insurance.

Partnerships like these are key to growing the game and creating opportunities for the next generation of PGA Professionals.

Thank you, Bay Union Insurance, for supportiung golf clubs in their toughest times.

https://bayunion.co.za/

Choosing the right golf equipment isn’t just about brands and trends — it’s about what works for your game.

There are many trained PGA Professionals retail experts around the country who understands how small adjustments can make a big difference on the course. From getting you into the right attire & shoes, ensuring you are playing the correct golf ball to catering for your needs in equipment, your nearest PGA Professional retail expert will ensure you take on the golf course with the right equipment for the best possible results.

Before you buy your next club or accessory, speak to a PGA Professional who can guide you with experience, not guesswork.

Learn more - www.pga.co.za

We’re proud to celebrate Titleist South Africa as a valued patron of the PGA Pathway to Membership Program ⛳️
This week is the start of the PGA residentials. 87 PGA Associates from across the country and globally get together to create relationships and spend the time honing their skills.

Titleist's ongoing commitment to growing the game and investing in the next generation of PGA Professionals is making a real impact. By supporting aspiring golf professionals on their journey, Titleist is helping to shape the future of the sport—both on and off the course.
Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive golf community and empowering individuals to turn their passion into a profession.
Thank you, Titleist, for your dedication to excellence and your continued support of the game we love.