The first step you need for contacting college golf programs is to research how best to get in touch with coaches for programs you may have interest. What you are looking for at minimum is to find a name, title and a direct email. In addition to the name and contact of the coach it is also helpful to identify their assistants. Similarly, if you can find a phone number that is a sometimes helpful.

To simplify your journey, here are some suggestions for finding lists of colleges and their golf program coaches:

NCAA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) Website

The official NCAA website is a valuable resource. It provides information on all NCAA member schools, including those with golf programs. You can also navigate to the athletics section of each school’s profile to find details about their golf program and contact information for the coaches.

NAIA (National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics) Website

Similar to the NCAA, the NAIA website lists its member institutions, many of which have golf programs. You can find information about each school’s athletic programs and contact details for golf coaches.

College Athletic Department Websites

Almost every college or university with a golf program will have a dedicated section for athletics on their website. These sections typically include team rosters, coach bios, and contact information.

College Golf Websites

Websites like Golfstat.com and the Women’s Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) provide comprehensive information on college golf programs across the country, including rankings and statistics that can be useful in identifying competitive programs.

While primarily a source for college golf statistics and rankings, Golfstat can additionally provide information on various college golf programs. It can lead you to individual schools’ athletic websites.

Women’s Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) and Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA): These associations’ websites sometimes have resources or links that can guide you to college golf program contacts.

Recruiting Services

Services like National Collegiate Scouting Association (NCSA) or BeRecruited offer tools and services to connect student-athletes with college programs. These sites can also provide lists of colleges with golf programs and coach contact information.

High School or Club Coaches

Often, your current golf coach may have connections or know of resources to help you identify college programs and get in touch with college coaches. They often have personal relationships with past athletes in addition to coaches who have recruited from their programs.

By using these resources, aspiring college golfers can find comprehensive lists of colleges with golf programs but you should also obtain the necessary contact information to reach out to coaches.

Final Tip for Contacting College Golf Programs

Remember to check the most current information on these websites, because coaching staff and contact details can change frequently.