James Black Memorial Classic Golf TournamentMonday – June 2, 2025 (Captain’s Choice)Pine Island Country Club – Charlotte, North CarolinaBlue Tee Yards 6377, Slope 70.9/137, White Tee Yards 5974, Slope 68.9/126Gold…
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Emily Odwin Represents Barbados with Pride at the US Women’s Open
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffEmily Odwin, a 21-year-old amateur golfer from Barbados, made history at the 2025 U.S. Women’s Open by becoming the first Barbadian—male or female—to compete in a major golf championship. She…
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A fatal crash in the early hours of Friday, May 30, claimed the life of a 62-year-old man from Jefferson City, Missouri. The incident occurred around 12:45 a.m. on private…
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“Playing From The Rough: A Personal Journey through America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses” Now Available in Paperback by former Collegiate Athlete Jimmy James
by AAGD Staffby AAGD Staff“Playing From The Rough” is an inspiring memoir by Jimmy James, a former collegiate athlete whose life journey has mirrored the challenging game of golf he so deeply loves. In…
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10 Years Strong: The Black Student-Athlete Summit Redefines Success Beyond Sports
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffThe 2025 Black Student-Athlete Summit concluded in Chicago, marking a decade of empowering and inspiring student-athletes through education, connection, and personal growth. Hosted at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place, May…
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The TACO Trainer (The Arm-Body Connection Optimizer) is a thoughtfully engineered golf swing aid designed to help players of all skill levels develop a more consistent, powerful, and repeatable swing.…
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Amari Avery’s U.S. Open Plot Twist, Lost Clubs, Found Nerves
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffAmari Avery didn’t realize she didn’t have her clubs until about two hours before her U.S. Women’s Open tee time. That’s when Avery sat in her hotel room in disbelief.…
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Sisters Across America Delivers A Winning Weekend of Golf and Sisterhood at Reunion Resort
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffSisters Across America, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering women through golf, successfully hosted the 2025 Sisters Across America Invitational at Reunion Resort & Golf Club in Reunion, Florida, May 15-18.…
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A Look at African American Participation in Golf (2000–2025) Data from the National Golf Foundation (NGF) and United States Golf Association (USGA) show shifting trends. African American golfers numbered roughly…
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Champions on the Green: Doctors and Lawyers Edition Tees Up Networking and Purpose
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffRC Chiropractic proudly presents Champions on the Green: Doctors and Lawyers Edition, an individual stroke play golf tournament designed for high-level networking, community impact, and a premium golf experience. Open…
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The limited-edition Titleist Vokey Design Old Glory SM10 wedges are a standout both in appearance and performance. With a subtle yet bold etched American flag design on a nickel finish,…
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Florida Man Faces Attempted Murder Charges After Allegedly Shooting at Golfers
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffA 27-year-old man is facing multiple attempted murder charges after allegedly opening fire on a group of golfers at a Florida golf course, according to police. Daniel Anthony Nobile was…