On Wednesday, October 20, 2021, D’Lashun Malinda “DeDee” Delaine, age 37, passed away at Cleveland Clinic after a long battle with illness. Affectionately known as “DeDee”, she was born on June…
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Pro Football Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott to sponsor APGA Tour golfer Michael Herrera
by Debert Cookby Debert CookLOS ANGELES, California (October 14, 2021) – Ronnie Lott, the hall of fame defensive back for the San Francisco 49ers and the University of Southern California, will sponsor APGA Tour…
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Make Golf Your Thing Grassroots Grants program Pushes message of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, Phase Two opens for applications Oct. 8
by Debert Cookby Debert CookOctober 6, 2021 Since its initial launch during “National Golf Day” in May, Make Golf Your Thing continues to build momentum and support across the golf industry around establishing a framework for…
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James Beatty, Jr. ’70 is the recipient of the 2021 Honor D Award. This award is presented to former Doane University athletes who have distinguished themselves by outstanding service in their life’s…
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Jamaica (NY) YMCA’s 7th Annual Charity Golf Tournament Reigned Supreme, Annual Fund Helps Families
by Debert Cookby Debert CookSeptember 24, 2021 | BY AAGD STAFFphotos by Vernel Bennett The Jamaica YMCA held its Seventh Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Wednesday, September 22, at the beautiful Scarsdale Golf Club…
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Randelle Lenoir, Leading Edge Speaker served up inspiring, enlightening and motivational message
by Debert Cookby Debert CookKeeping you in the game with a weekly heads up, the LPGA FORE Friday’s newsletter is chocked full of helpful golf tips for improving your skills. This week’s roundup features…
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Marcus Manley Takes 1st Round Lead with 65 in APGA Tour Valley Forge at Bluestone GC
by Debert Cookby Debert CookBLUE BELL, PA (SEPT 21, 2021) – Veteran pro golfer Marcus Manley shot a bogey-free round of 65 to seize the first-round lead at APGA Tour Valley Forge, the newly-minted…
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40% Discount Offer From GolfPass Helps Students Play More Golf, Improve Their Game
by Debert Cookby Debert CookSetember 15, 2021 ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 15, 2021) – The allure of golf for the younger set is getting a big boost with a new offer by NBC Sports Next’s GolfPass digital…
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September 12, 2021 | BY AAGD STAFF Beginner golfer Christopher Delaine Wilson is truly hooked on his new favorite sport. The 12-year-old won the September 9th putting contest at Henry…
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United Black Golfers Association Lifetime Membership bestowed on AAGD Publisher Debert Cook
by Debert Cookby Debert CookSeptember 4, 2021BY AAGD STAFF On Tuesday, August 3, 2021, United Black Golfers Association (UBGA) hosted its Seventh Annual Golf Classic at Harbor Links Golf Championship Course in Port Washington,…
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Bermuda Tourism Authority and PGA Magazine Announce Inaugural Black Golfers Week November 3-7, 2021
by Debert Cookby Debert CookThought Leaders Unite to Create Pathways to Diversity in Tourism and Golf (NEW YORK) – As part of a new initiative to drive diversity in tourism and sporting events, Bermuda…
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William “Bill” Jones makes Hole-in-One at Oak Valley Golf Course, Advance, NC.
by Debert Cookby Debert CookAugust 14, 2021 | BY AAGD STAFF William “Bill” Jones had a Hole-in One Wednesday August 11, 2021, at Oak Valley Golf Course, Advance, NC. This was Bill’s 7th Hole-in-One,…
