Our Mission
Philadelphia Seniors’ Golf Association began as a “banding together of men of 50 and over who could play a friendly game of golf and dine and sing the old songs together at various clubs”. We have continued through the years to honor this statement. There are 145 members of the Philadelphia Seniors’ from GAP (Golf Association of Philadelphia) Clubs that meet for a Winter Luncheon in January, two Away Three Day Events, one in the Spring and one in the Fall, and six monthly Outings at area courses.
Philadelphia Seniors’ Golf Association began as a “banding together of men of 50 and over who could play a friendly game of golf and dine and sing the old songs together at various clubs”. Thus was stated in the original minutes of the PSGA . Presidents of several prestigious clubs in the Philadelphia area gathered at a dinner and created this concept that still exists today. Each President hand picked the members of his club who would qualify to begin the organization. Ellis Gimbel tried to fill up the entire membership with men from Philmont, but was permitted only to name twelve, who were outstanding in the business and professional interests of Philadelphia. The year was 1920. The policy of the founders continues today, ” A great variety of Clubs and a limit of 16 from each”. By 1923 the club was going strong with many new clubs represented in the association.
Our History
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Thank you for your interest in the Philadelphia Seniors Golf Association.
The applicant must be fifty (50) years of age when applying. At the time of his admittance to membership, he must be a “full golf member”, in good standing, in an approved Golf or Country Club associated with the Golf Association of Philadelphia (GAP). He must have an approved USGA Index, a GAP GHIN number and be approved by the membership committee. No House, Non-Resident, or members restricted in any way to playing golf will be accepted.
The applicant must have a Proposer and a Seconder, who are members of the applicants Club and members of PSGA. If the applicant is a member of an approved Club in which there are no PSGA members, the Proposer and Seconder must be from different Clubs.
Knowledge of at least 6 other PSGA members is required.
An application fee of fifty dollars ($50.00), accompanying the completed application form, will place the applicant on our waiting list. There can be no more than 16 members from each GAP Club as members of PSGA at any one time.
Applicants on the Waiting List are required to attend two outings/events before being elected to membership. There are six (6) regular one day outing/tournaments and two three (3) day events (Spring and Fall) each season.
Your best way of becoming an applicant, is to contact a member of the PSGA from your Club, he will request an application form from the membership committee and get the “ball” rolling on your behalf. If you have no members from your Club in PSGA, then please contact PSGA and I will assist you in getting the necessary sponsorship to help you through this process.
We look forward to having you become a member of PSGA.
Member Experiences
Discover the unique stories of our Philadelphia Seniors Golf Association members, showcasing their passion for golf and camaraderie.
Experience the joy of golfing with like-minded individuals and enjoy the rich tradition of the Philadelphia Seniors Golf Association.
Passion
Engage in a community of senior golf enthusiasts who share a love for the game and the social aspects it brings.
Camaraderie
Be part of our vibrant golfing community and relish the fun-filled outings and events we organize throughout the year.
Tradition
Connect with fellow retired men with golf club memberships and enjoy the camaraderie and sportsmanship of our association.
Community
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