Just got a return email from a Rules Associate from the USGA who basically says there is NO dress/attire code/rules , etc. in the USGA, as attire is the province of the specific competition organizers or managing club of the competition. They also said that non competitive golf does not fall under their purview other than to assist with rules setting in general for play at the course (OB, hazards, etc...).

Again, Royal Troon has NO written rules in the website for public viewing that state anything about the kilt or about requiring pants, and my round of play was not in any competitive event so would not fall under that non-ruling ruling anyway. Lastly, as Royal Troon is governed by the R&A (the international rules governing body) rather than the USGA (only valid within Mexico, Canada, and the US) I will still await some word from them in that regard. But in general the rules of golf are pretty consistent between the R&A and the USGA with few exceptions.

So. Stirke on on Troon excuses so far. Awaiting the PGA and the R&A to weigh in.

Thanks for your support.