Professional Golfers' Association of America
Controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2026
Don Rea Jr. removed after Ryder Cup conduct controversy
The referenced material reports that the board removed Don Rea Jr. during his presidential term after he had previously downplayed vulgar fan behavior directed toward the European team at the 2025 Ryder Cup.
2014
Ted Bishop dismissed after gender-based insult
President Ted Bishop was removed after describing Ian Poulter in a gender-based insult while criticizing Poulter's comments about Ryder Cup captains. The association characterized Bishop's remarks as unacceptable and insensitive.
1961
Removal of Caucasian-only membership clause
The PGA of America removed a discriminatory membership provision that had excluded nonwhite professionals. The change followed public criticism and pressure from California Attorney General Stanley Mosk.