The SoCal Women’s Golf Directory: A Golf News Channel Resource

Southern California is home to one of the most vibrant, diverse, and fast-growing women’s golf communities in the country. From league organizers to teaching pros, and from social golf groups to junior phenoms—women are shaping the future of the game in every corner of SoCal.

Welcome to a living, community-powered resource built to connect, celebrate, and elevate every woman who plays, leads, and inspires.

1. Major Women’s Golf Associations (SoCal-Wide)

These cornerstone organizations provide the infrastructure for competition, education, and statewide community.

• SCGA Women’s Golf | scga.org/women | All Southern California

• LPGA Amateurs – SoCal Chapters | lpgaamateurs.com

  • Los Angeles: chapters.lpgaamateurs.com/chapter/LA

  • Orange County: chapters.lpgaamateurs.com/chapter/OC

  • San Diego: chapters.lpgaamateurs.com/chapter/SD

• Women’s Southern California Golf Association (WSCGA) | wscga.org

2. Women’s Golf Clubs & Regional Hubs

Finding a "home course" is about more than just the layout—it’s about the culture. Here are the active clubs bringing women together across the region.

Los Angeles County

• Penmar Women’s Golf Club | Venice | penmarwomensgolfclub.com

• Skylinks Women’s Golf Club | Long Beach | skylinkswgc.com

• El Dorado Women’s Golf Club | Long Beach | eldowgc.com

• Griffith Park Women’s Golf Club | gpwgc.org

• Rancho Park Women’s Golf Club | rpwgc.org

Orange County

• Monarch Beach Women’s Golf Club | Dana Point | monarchbeachwgc.com

• Costa Mesa Women’s Golf Club | costamesawomensgolfclub.com

• Tijeras Creek Women’s Golf Club | tijerascreekwgc.com

San Diego County

• Coronado Women’s Golf Club | coronadowomensgolfclub.com

• Encinitas Ranch Women’s Golf Club | erwgc.org

• Aviara Women’s Golf Club | aviarawomensgolfclub.com

Coachella Valley & Inland Empire

• Desert Willow Women’s Golf Club | desertwillowwgc.com

• Oak Quarry Women’s Golf Club | oakquarrywgc.com

3. Instructors Who Lead with Heart

Choosing a coach is a lifestyle design choice. These professionals are celebrated for their "human-first" approach and technical expertise.

• Troy Grant | Recreation Park 18: Elite coach and Hall of Fame inductee specializing in short game and high-performance mentorship.

• Tina Mickelson | San Diego: LPGA pro and ambassador dedicated to making the game accessible for all.

• Nikki Gatch | SCPGA: CEO of the Southern California PGA and a powerhouse advocate for women’s leadership.

• Megan Padua | Bel-Air CC: LPGA instructor focusing on junior girls’ development and elite performance.

4. Specialized Programs: Junior & Adaptive Golf

• Long Beach Junior Golf Association: lbjga.com | A local pillar for the next generation.

• PGA HOPE – Women Veterans: pgareach.org | Supporting those who served through the game.

• SoCal Adaptive Sports Foundation: socaladaptivesports.org | Empowering athletes of all abilities.

Introducing: "The Women Who Run SoCal Golf"

A Golf News Channel Original Series

Behind every league, tournament, and junior program is a force that has shaped this world for decades. This cinematic series is a movement to tell the stories of the women who lead, teach, and build our community.

What this franchise features:

• Written Profiles: Deeply personal looks at each woman’s journey.

• Short Video Stories: Emotional, visual storytelling—the heartbeat of our channel.

• Community Engagement: We invite you to nominate the trailblazers in your own circles.

Final Take: This directory and series belong to you. Whether you’re seeking the "Pink Moment" in Ojai or a social group in Venice, we are here to celebrate the women who make SoCal golf extraordinary.