This resolution commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), founded in 1926 as the National Association of Greenkeepers of America. It acknowledges GCSAA as the leading golf-course management association globally, representing over 20,000 members across 78 countries who manage and maintain golf courses. The resolution recognizes GCSAA's role in advancing the art and science of greenkeeping and serving its members. The resolution highlights GCSAA's significant contributions to the golf industry, which generates $226.5 billion annually, by advancing the profession through education, information, and advocacy. It specifically commends GCSAA's commitment to environmental stewardship , including establishing best management practices in all 50 States and funding research for sustainable course management. Furthermore, the resolution recognizes GCSAA's First Green program , which introduces students to STEAM concepts on golf courses, and its workforce development initiatives that provide career guidance and scholarships, ensuring the future of the profession and the game of golf.