College golf is about to make history, and it's happening on the fairways of Arizona.
This Friday, the Women's National Golf Invitational (NGI) will debut a game-changing feature: electric golf push carts. For the first time ever at a collegiate event—and during postseason play, no less—players will have the option to trade their tired shoulders for a smooth, motorized ride around the course.
The partnership between Motocaddy and Golfweek's NGI is a major milestone for the sport. At Ak-Chin Southern Dunes in Maricopa, Arizona, nearly 90% of the field is expected to use a Motocaddy product, with 74% specifically opting for the electric push carts.
"Supporting this terrific event and group of student-athletes aligns with our ambitions to become a greater part of the collegiate and amateur ecosystem," said Andy Warren, VP of Sales at Motocaddy. "Allowing NGI participants to experience the health and performance benefits of Motocaddy products is a fantastic opportunity for our brand and will provide a tangible benefit to the athletes themselves."
This isn't Motocaddy's first swing at college golf. The brand has already built strong ties with the Golf Coaches Association of America and the Women's Golf Coaches Association. But this week marks its biggest step yet into the collegiate landscape.
Think about the logistics: when college golf teams travel, they're juggling clubs, apparel, and gear—often two to three bags per player. Adding a push cart to the mix only piles on the stress and baggage fees. Now, thanks to Motocaddy, players and schools can leave their carts at home. An electric caddy will be waiting for them at Southern Dunes.
An NCAA spokesperson noted that the electric push carts will be treated much like experimental rules in other sports, tested during the postseason. The NCAA is eager to see how players, coaches, and fans respond to this innovation on the course.
It's a small change that could make a big difference—less fatigue, more focus, and a smoother path to history.
