The American Golf Industry Coalition brought together leaders from across the sport April 30–May 2 in Washington, D.C., for the 2025 National Golf Day. The annual event showcases golf’s wide-reaching economic, charitable and environmental impact, while giving industry advocates the chance to engage directly with lawmakers.

Now in its latest edition, National Golf Day highlights golf’s $101.7 billion economic contribution, its support of nearly 2 million jobs and an impressive $6 billion in annual charitable giving. Participants from across the industry, including members of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), met with Members of Congress, federal agencies and Executive Branch officials to share the positive story of the game.

May 1 marked the official day on Capitol Hill. I had the privilege of joining a delegation from Pennsylvania for four meetings with senators and representatives from our state. A standout moment came when a Congressman agreed to join the Congressional Golf Caucus — a strong step forward for our efforts.

The event concluded with a morning of community service on May 2 at Old Soldiers' Home Golf Course and the East Potomac Golf Course. I spent the morning at Old Soldiers', working alongside peers on flower beds and mulch projects. The most inspiring moment came when several veterans who help maintain the facility were named honorary GCSAA members — a fitting tribute to their dedication.