This article explains how Coaches can use the PGA Coach Mobile App to send messages to: The app primarily facilitates communication with parents and guardians, not directly with players.
Individual parents or guardians
Entire Teams
Full Programs
➡️ Note: Coaches can also send messages directly from the PGA Jr. League Dashboard. For more information, see the article Messaging – Coaches (PGA Jr. League Dashboard).
How Messaging Works in the PGA Coach App
Messaging allows Coaches to communicate directly with families linked to their Programs and Teams. Messages are delivered in-app and notify parents and guardians associated with each player, including additional guardians. It is important to note that this communication system focuses on guardians and parents, not the players themselves.
How to Send Messages Using the PGA Coach App
Open the PGA Coach App
Launch the PGA Coach Mobile App on your device
Access Messages
Tap the Messages icon in the bottom navigation bar
You’ll see a list of your existing conversations (your message inbox)
Start a New Conversation
Create a New Message
Tap the “+” icon in the upper-right corner
Message an Individual
Search for and select the individual’s name
Tap their name to start a one-to-one conversation
Message a Group
Select “Create New Group Message”
Check the boxes next to the contacts you want to include
Send your message to the selected group
Automatic Group Messaging (Recommended)
To make communication easier, the app automatically creates messaging groups for:
Your entire Program
Each individual Team within that Program
These groups:
Include all parents and guardians, including additional guardians
Update automatically as rosters change
Help ensure no families are missed
✅ Best Practice: Use automatic Program or Team groups whenever possible to ensure complete communication coverage.
How to Use Automatic Group Messages
Automatic group messages appear directly in your Messages inbox, alongside your other conversations.
Because of this, they may not look like “new” messages at first — but they are ready to use at any time.
You can access them in two ways:
Option 1: Scroll to Find the Group
Open the Messages tab
Scroll through your message list
Look for conversations with names that directly match your Program name or Team name
Tap the group to open it and compose a message
Option 2: Search by Program or Team Name (Recommended)
Tap the search bar at the top of the Messages screen
Start typing the name of your Program or Team
Select the matching group conversation from the results
Send your message
This is the fastest way to locate the correct group, especially if you have many conversations.
⛳ Best Practice
Use these automatically created Program or Team groups whenever possible to ensure complete communication coverage and avoid missing any families.
Helpful Notes
Messaging is available only in the PGA Coach Mobile App
Messages are tied to Program and Team access
Parents and guardians receive messages in the MyPGA app
Additional Communication Options Using the PGA Coach Platform
While the PGA Coach Mobile App specializes in messaging parents and guardians, the PGA Coach platform provides additional tools for broader communication.
For example:
Sending Emails to Parents and Guardians
Coaches can send emails by maintaining active team rosters
Rosters are created when players are added to a Program
Messaging through the app is typically the fastest way to reach families
Accessing Past Rosters
Log into the Coach Dashboard
Navigate to the “Past Programs” section
Use filters to locate specific program years and rosters
Troubleshooting Account or Data Access Issues
Ensure you are using the correct account (especially when switching between program years)
Check dropdown menus or filters that may affect visible roster data
🎥 Need More Help?
Watch the short video walkthrough below for a visual guide to sending messages in the app.