Miami, FL (December 4, 2024) – NXXT Golf proudly congratulates Mollie Marcoux Samaan, Commissioner of the LPGA, and Mike Whan, CEO of the USGA, for their bold and principled leadership in updating their respective organizations’ gender policies for competition eligibility. These decisions represent a significant milestone in the effort to protect fairness and elevate opportunities for women in golf.
Earlier this year, in March, NXXT Golf took a similar stance by updating the eligibility policy for the NXXT Women’s Pro Tour to ensure a level playing field for female athletes. While that decision was met with its challenges, we remained steadfast in our commitment to fairness and integrity in women’s sports. Today, we are bolstered by the combined leadership of the LPGA and USGA, whose science-based and inclusive policies reinforce the importance of safeguarding competitive equity in women’s professional and elite amateur golf.
“This is a pivotal moment for the future of women’s sports,” said Stuart McKinnon, CEO of NXXT Golf. “When NXXT made this decision earlier this year, we believed it was the right course for the integrity of women’s sports. To now see the LPGA and USGA take these significant steps together reaffirms our shared commitment to protecting and promoting opportunities for women at the highest levels of competition.”
NXXT Golf celebrates the courage and vision demonstrated by the LPGA and USGA in taking a leadership role on this important issue. These decisions send a clear message about the value of protected categories in sports and the dedication to ensuring that female athletes have a platform to excel based on their talent, dedication, and hard work.
About NXXT Golf
NXXT Golf is dedicated to transforming women's golf by providing competitive platforms and professional opportunities for female athletes. Our flagship NXXT Women's Pro Tour offers elite competition for professional female golfers, attracting top talent from around the world. As part of our commitment to advancing women's golf, we have partnered with the Epson Tour to create pathways for players to progress to higher levels of competition, including the Epson Tour and the LPGA Tour.
The NXXT Women's Pro Tour is renowned for its innovative TEAM Golf format, robust schedule, and events that challenge and enhance players' skills. Our partnership with the LPGA ensures that our events align with the highest standards of professional golf, providing a seamless transition for players aspiring to reach the pinnacle of the sport.
The introduction of the NXXTGen Girls Junior Tour underscores our mission to empower the next generation of golf champions. By offering top-tier competitive opportunities and fostering talent from a young age, NXXT Golf is shaping the future of women's golf and supporting athletes at every stage of their careers.
For more information about our tours and initiatives, visit our website at www.nxxtwomensprotour.com
Stuart McKinnon
CEO, NXXT Golf
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