Join us in making a lasting impact at the 2025 UGA Invitational (formally the Jim Thorpe Invitational), a unique event dedicated to supporting and empowering minority junior golfers. This signature 36-hole tournament hosted at Innisbrook Resort offers an unparalleled opportunity for elite junior minority golfers and professionals from the US, Canada, and the Caribbean to showcase their talents. This upcoming Historical Celebration will offer several Lifetime Achievement Awards, Upliftment of a Community, Scholarship,  Grants, and More.

Our annual event will feature up to 110 of the most talented junior golf athletes and collegiate golfers,. The highlight includes a Pro-Am Event where a select group of junior and collegiate players from the field will compete along side of leaders of the Sponsors, Corporate, and Community supporting our events. This tournament celebrates the legacy of our UGA Founders and provides a platform for our supporters to foster the growth of our elite minority golfers, paving the way for their futures both on and off the golf course.

We envision bringing together a diverse mix of philanthropic business and golf professionals to join us for a 100th Anniversary celebration of the oldest golf association for African Americans. This unique event will allow you to experience championship golf, while playing alongside our emerging and most talented as you contribute to their blossoming careers. You’ll be part of a community that includes leaders in business, finance, golf, entertainment, sports, and technology, all united by a passion for giving back.

Join us at the UGA Invitational and be part of a transformative experience that celebrates diversity and excellence in golf. Our reach extends through locally and nationally recognized media outlets, live on-site interviews, live-streaming podcasts, and coverage in national and regional magazines, as well as online sports blogs.The United Golfers Assoc. and the UGA Invitational share a symbiotic relationship, where the tournament serves as a flagship initiative, propelling the UGA’s mission forward. The UGA’s dedication to fostering diversity and creating opportunities through events like The Invitational remains instrumental in breaking barriers and promoting equality within the realm of golf.