PGA To Start Drug Testing In July 2008
The PGA has announced that its drug testing polcy has been approved by its policy board and that the drug testing will start in July 2008. In preparation for phyical testing, a program of player education and outreach will begin next month. The list of substances that will be targeted includes anabolic agents, hormones, diuretics, stimulants, narcotics, and beta blockers. Players can be tested at any time or place.
The penalties for positive tests for performance enhancing drugs include a one-year suspension for a first violation and a lifetime ban for multiple offences, plus fines up to $500,000. Players that are detected with drugs of abuse such as marijuana or cocaine may be required to receive treatment and rehabilitation.
The DaytaTree Team