20/08/2025
Inside the newly offices of the Mexican Golf Federation (FMG), Golf Americas sat down with Andrés Jurado Rivera Torres, the newly appointed president for the 2025–2029 term. With decades of experience in regional golf leadership and a deep understanding of the game’s role in community building, Jurado is stepping into the role with a clear purpose: to modernize, expand, and unite Mexican golf at all levels.
During the interview, Jurado laid out a leadership approach grounded in three pillars: inclusivity, institutional strength, and grassroots development. He emphasized that his presidency will focus not only on elite competition, but also on reaching untapped regions and creating real access for everyday players. “Golf in Mexico is evolving,” he said. “And our goal is to ensure that no matter where you’re from or what level you play, there’s a pathway for you in this sport.”
One of the key platforms inherited from the previous administration is PROCAGOLF, Mexico’s National Public Golf School, a pioneering initiative aimed at opening the game to broader sectors of society. Jurado confirmed that the program will not only continue, it will expand. “We see PROCAGOLF as one of the Federation’s most powerful tools for long-term impact. Our next steps are about strengthening its educational content, scaling its reach nationwide, and integrating it into the formal development pipeline.”
On the topic of youth talent, Jurado was particularly passionate. He believes that Mexico has the potential to become a regional leader in junior golf, and that to achieve this, a deeper integration with schools, universities, and even international federations is essential. His administration is already in talks to build strategic alliances that support young athletes from early-stage training through to high-performance competition.
Infrastructure will also play a central role in this new cycle. Jurado acknowledged that while Mexico has outstanding private clubs, the public golf infrastructure remains limited. His vision includes promoting new development models, encouraging partnerships between private entities and municipalities, and supporting regions that lack golf facilities altogether. “If we want golf to grow, we need to bring it closer to more people—not just geographically, but culturally and economically,” he explained.
Beyond access and competition, the FMG under Jurado’s leadership will also focus on strengthening its institutional presence. This includes updating regulatory frameworks, improving internal governance, and creating more transparent channels of communication with affiliated clubs and associations. “The Federation must lead by example,” he said. “Our credibility, unity, and long-term vision are essential if we want to inspire confidence from the entire golf community.”
As the FMG approaches its centennial, Jurado aims to leave behind more than a term of service, he hopes to build a stronger, more united golf ecosystem. His vision includes both modernizing infrastructure and elevating Mexico’s global presence in the sport. Events like the Mexico Open are part of that strategy, offering a global platform to showcase the country’s courses, players, and hospitality. “We want the world to see what Mexican golf has to offer,” he said, “and we want our players to be ready to compete at that level.”
At the heart of Jurado’s message is a commitment to collaboration. He spoke about the importance of strengthening relationships with clubs, regional associations, and private stakeholders. “This is not a solo effort. The only way we grow is together.”
Looking ahead, Andrés Jurado Rivera Torres brings to the FMG not just a roadmap, but a long-term vision anchored in collaboration, inclusion, and institutional excellence. His leadership begins at a defining moment, as the Federation approaches its centennial, facing both the challenge and the opportunity to reimagine its role for the next generation of players, clubs, and communities.
“I don’t want to be remembered for a single achievement,” he concluded. “I want to be remembered for helping build the foundation for the next 100 years of Mexican golf; stronger, more accessible, and ready to lead on the global stage.”