The game of golf has long been associated with exclusivity and privilege, making it difficult for women of color to break into the sport. However, Clemmie Perry, the founder of Women of Color Golf (WOCG), is determined to change that.
Perry has launched a women-led mentoring program in Tampa, Florida, aimed at helping women of color overcome the barriers they face in the game of golf. The program is designed to provide mentorship, education, and networking opportunities to women of color who are interested in playing golf but may not have access to the resources and support they need to succeed. Perry’s youth program, Girls on the Green Tee, is a free mentoring opportunity for girls ages 7-14 conducted in partnership with Women of Color Golf, a Tampa, Florida-based non-profit striving to make golf more inclusive.
According to Perry, “Our goal is to make golf accessible to everyone, regardless of race, gender, or socioeconomic background. We believe that golf has the power to bring people together and create opportunities for personal and professional growth.”
The Women of Color Golf mentoring program has already made a significant impact in the Tampa community. Women who have participated in the program have reported increased confidence on the golf course and have developed valuable connections with other women in the industry.
Perry and her team are dedicated to breaking down the barriers that have historically excluded women of color from the game of golf. As Perry notes, “We want to show that golf is a sport for everyone, and that women of color can excel on the course just as much as anyone else.”
Through the Women of Color Golf mentoring program, Perry and her team are empowering women of color to take their place in the world of golf, and paving the way for a more accessible and diverse future in the sport.
The new program kicks off April 3 at the University Area Community Development Corporation (UACDC), according to a article featured in FOX 13 News, and will take place weekly on Mondays from 4-6 p.m.
