AUGUSTA, Ga. — The first rule of Augusta National membership is you don’t talk about Augusta National membership.
Consider that in 2014, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell appeared at the Masters wearing the green jacket that members must sport while on the grounds. Yet when asked whether this confirmed that he was a member, the commish just offered a smile and a “no comment.” His wife, standing next to him, laughed.
The list is secretive (maybe 300 spots). The criteria to get an invite is unknown. Same with the downstroke and monthly dues. That’s how they like it.