History of the
Cayman Islands Golf Association (CIGA)
In 1992...
the decision was made that there was a need for a governing body to regulate golf in Cayman. A start was made in August that year when the initial 73 members adopted a Constitution and elected the first slate of Officers. The new association, The Cayman Islands Golf Association, was thus formally constituted and became affiliated to the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St. Andrews, the governing body of golf in most of the world.
The Cayman Islands Golf Association (CIGA) set about organizing golf events in Cayman and both the Cayman Islands Amateur Championships (a scratch event) and the President's Trophy (a handicap event) were inaugurated in 1993. They have been competed for annually ever since and other competitions have joined them in an expanding calendar of events.
CIGA was admitted in 1993 to membership of the Caribbean Golf Association and has competed in the Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships every year since 1994. CIGA has hosted the Caribbean Championships in 1997, 2008 and 2018, and the Caribbean Junior Championships in 2002, 2013 and 2023.
CIGA is operated and managed by volunteers who advocate the game of golf. Members have an opportunity to make a difference by volunteering their time during CIGA tournaments and other events.
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The R&A has been a long-term supporter of golf development in the Cayman Islands through a generous combination of grants and the donation of juniors’ golf equipment.
History of CIGA Presidents
Dan Fortune
Jonathan Joyce
Paul Woodhouse
Jason Perras
Joel Dodson
Judy VanLiere
Robert Woods
Richard Jones
Neil Cruickshank
John Law
Tom Crawford
Bob Slatter
John Law
David Bird
27th May 2023
3rd May 2020
29th November 2014
19th November 2011
14th November 2010
13th December 2008
6th September 2005
5th June 2002
7th June 2001
31st May 2000
27th May 1998
29th May 1996
May 1994
November 1992
Present
27th May 2023
29th November 2014
19th November 2011
14th November 2010
13th December 2008
6th September 2005
5th June 2002
7th June 2001
31st May 2000
27th May 1998
29th May 1996
May 1994
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How do I join CIGA?Simply complete the membership application form and pay the annual membership fee of CI$100. The form can be found on-line by clicking on the CIGA Information - Membership Information tab above. Payment can be made by cash or cheque or on-line with Butterfield Bank, account # 02-101-039604.
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Why join CIGA?It is important for golf in the Cayman Islands that a non-commercial and impartial body of amateur golfers exists to administer the principal concerns of the Cayman Islands golfer. The association also executes ideas and suggestions from its members. CIGA coordinates golf events, provides handicapping, and supports golf for all ages. Following on from the hugely successful Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Championships hosted in Cayman in 2023, there are flourishing junior coaching programmes in place.
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Who belongs to CIGA?CIGA has over 250 current members, and welcomes any interested golfer with amateur status.
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How is CIGA governed?CIGA is governed by four officers and five general members. All elected committee members are volunteers, serve a term of one year, and are elected annually by CIGA members at the Annual General Meeting.
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How is CIGA financed?CIGA is financed by membership dues, tournament entry fees, corporate sponsors and other fund raising events throughout the year.
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What other golf associations is CIGA affiliated with?CIGA is associated with the Caribbean Golf Association, the R&A and the USGA.
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How can I volunteer to help CIGA?If you're interested in assisting with CIGA events, please contact us at secretary@ciga.ky. We welcome your help!