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EMPOWERING WOUNDED VETERANS ONE FAIRWAY AT A TIME

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THE STORY OF SMGA

Jim Estes, a former PGA Tour Player, and childhood friend Jamie Winslow co-founded the Salute Military Golf Association in late 2006. They both saw first-hand the positive force the game of golf could play in the recovery process for our nation’s wounded veterans. SMGA began with the purpose of creating a therapeutic outlet for post-9/11 veterans undergoing prolonged medical treatment at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Bethesda Naval Hospital in Maryland.

Jim’s and SMGA’s efforts have been recognized by numerous media outlets. Jim was awarded the prestigious (2010) PGA Patriot Award for his contributions to the recovery of wounded veterans. The following article from ESPN.com tell how several trips from Walter Reed Army Medical Center to Olney Golf Park, where Jim Estes is a PGA Teaching Professional, eventually evolved into a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation aimed at supporting post-9/11 wounded veterans.

“That game’s for sissies.” Story of the SMGA & Sean Lewis

Our Mission

The SMGA’s mission is to provide rehabilitative golf programs, experiences, and family-inclusive golf opportunities for post 9/11 wounded war veterans in an effort to improve the quality of life for these American heroes.

Our Members

The SMGA is proud to have over 2000 members throughout the country. These incredible men and women embody our core values of respect, camaraderie, and passion. Our members served in all branches of the military.

Our Impact on Veterans

The Salute Military Golf Association aims to meld a love of country and love of golf in an effort to support the mental and physical rehabilitation programs of post-9/11 wounded and injured veterans.

Physical & Mental Rehabilitation

Golf embodies strength, flexibility, endurance, balance, and mental discipline, all central qualities of a successful rehabilitation program. The lasting friendships SMGA golfers forge

Military Families Served Too

The SMGA recognizes that when our nation’s men and women serve our country, their families do too. These long deployments are often stressful for those family members left to support the family and home.

How to Become A Member

To get start you will need to fill out our membership application. Please make sure to read through, and make sure all parts are filled out and required documentation is included. Email us at info@salutemilitarygolf.org. to receive information and registration forms for the American Golfer Program.
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Argyle Country Club 14600 Argyle Club Rd. Silver Spring, MD 20906
info@salutemilitarygolf.org
+1 (301) 500-7449

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SMGA began with the purpose of creating a therapeutic outlet for post-9/11 veterans undergoing prolonged medical treatment at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Bethesda Naval Hospital in Maryland.
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