The rise of the Muslim Golf Association (MGA) is one of the most inspiring stories in modern golf. Founded by Amir Malik six years ago, the MGA has grown from an idea into an global movement that is introducing thousands of Muslim men, women and children to the game. At the heart of this growth is a clear mission: to make golf accessible, inclusive and reflective of their community’s values — supported by technology throughout.
For Amir, technology was never an optional extra. It was essential.
“I’m a techie at heart and I can see the benefits technology brings – it makes things more efficient, slick and professional,” he explains. “It’s transformed how we run our organisation, our golf events, and the way in which our community experiences the game.”
Today, the MGA runs a packed calendar of golf events, women’s golf experiences, junior programmes and its increasingly popular Race to Makkah series — powered by Golf Genius Tournament Management with features such as live golf scoring and leaderboards.
Creating Accessible Golf Events Through Technology
A core part of the MGA’s success has been removing barriers to participation. From no-alcohol environments to prayer-friendly schedules, the association has built a welcoming space for new golfers.
Another important area has been delivering events that feel organised, engaging and highly professional. Live scoring, automated registration, player profiles and digital leaderboards help create that experience. “Looking back, I think it's is probably one of the best investments I’ve made,” Amir says. “Golf Genius makes registration really easy, it makes scoring easy, and it makes calculating the formats and prizes straightforward.”
This simplicity matters. It allows the MGA to focus on driving the experience for its golfers while Golf Genius handles the operational complexity behind the scenes.
Q: What inspired you to start the MGA?
AM: “I felt there was a complete gap for Muslims who wanted to play golf in an environment that understood their needs and values. I wanted to create something that felt welcoming, familiar and high quality. Our mission is to introduce golf to every single Muslim man, woman, and child, abled and disabled, around the world. I think it’s a game that fits perfectly with the faith, and it’s a sport people can play from the age of four to 104.”
Q: What impact are you seeing?
AM: “We’ve had over 1,200 Muslim women try golf, we’re taking the game into faith schools, and we’re seeing families get involved together. That’s huge. Ultimately, it’s about bringing people together through the game of golf, while making it clear that we won’t compromise our values, and hopefully it can be an inspiration for other communities, demographics, and marginalised groups so they feel they can step up and do something themselves.”
Q: How do you see technology in your growth?
AM: “I’m a techie at heart, and I can see the benefits technology brings – it makes things more efficient, slick and professional. Technology will be at the heart of the next generation. I think we’ll move away from paper scoring entirely, and everything will be digital—Golf Genius is already built for that world, giving players the information they want at their fingertips.”
Driving Participation Through Community
The MGA’s rapid rise is proof that the future of golf extends far beyond traditional club environments. New communities, new formats and new audiences are shaping the sport — and digital tools are enabling it.
With Golf Genius Tournament Management, the MGA can deliver the kind of streamlined, modern experience people expect. Everything is digital, mobile-friendly and instant. Live golf scoring brings an excitement and visibility that keeps participants engaged throughout the day. Automated admin reduces organiser workload, making it possible for small teams to run large-scale, high-quality golf events.
Amir believes technology will define the next generation of the game. “People want information at their fingertips, and the content and functionality Golf Genius provides is ready-made for that world.”
A Model for Inclusive Golf Growth
As the MGA expands into schools, women’s programmes and international events, it is demonstrating what is possible when culture, community and technology come together. It shows how digital can empower small organisations to deliver big-impact experiences.
The MGA isn’t just creating golfers. It’s building a movement. And with Golf Genius as the conduit, it is setting a new benchmark for how inclusive golfing communities can grow outside the traditional club model.
Community-driven golf. Powered by Golf Genius. This is the future — and the MGA is playing a leading role.
