USGA to Allow Distance Measuring Devices in 2014 Amateur Championships
USGA Press Release
Village of Pinehurst, N.C. (Feb. 6, 2014) – In a continuing effort to allow current technologies that enhance the player experience in competition while maintaining the spirit and challenge of the game, the United States Golf Association (USGA) has approved the use of distance-measuring devices (DMDs) in all USGA amateur championships and their respective qualifying events, beginning in 2014. The announcement was made by the Championship Committee of the USGA through its independent decision-making process scheduled duri...