In November 2009, the USGA and The R&A issued a ‘Joint Statement’ on electronic devices, including distance-measuring devices, to clarify how the Rules are applied in relation to these devices. This ...

As the governing authorities for the Rules of Golf, the United States Golf Association (“USGA”) and R&A Rules Limited (“The R&A”) issued a ‘Joint Statement of Principles’ on the rules concerning golf ...

FORT WORTH, Texas – Last week’s PGA Championship was the final event in a five-week, seven-tournament test period that allowed players to use distance-measuring devices during competition rounds in an ...

Distance measuring devices have become standard issue equipment for average golfers, state amateur events and even USGA competitions. Now, it seems the PGA Tour might be ready to join the trend. The ...

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. – This week’s RBC Heritage will be a testing ground for the use of distance-measuring devices, the latest effort by the PGA TOUR to address speed-of-play issues. Players and ...