I am honored to have been thought of and nominated for the Marilynn Smith Award by my Central Section LPGA President, Courtney Mahon. Hello Confidants, Constituents, and Comrades, Thank you,…
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Hello Confidants, Constituents and Comrades! I applaud, and I am happy that a young man has started a “Golf Tour” for young ladies of color, giving them a platform to…
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Recap from Roland Parrish Celebrity Foundation Pro-Am Golf Classic
by Gladys Leeby Gladys LeeThe Roland Parrish Celebrity Golf Event goes down in Dallas/Fort Worth golf history as the first to showcase the talents of African American women pro and amateur golfers. It was…
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Editor’s Note: The following reflection comes from John Perry, writer and videographer for AAGD, who speaks from the heart as he honors a milestone moment for publisher Debert Cook. With…
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Why Are There No African Americans Among the PGA of America 2025-26 PGA LEAD Class?
by Debert Cookby Debert CookThe PGA of America recently announced its 2025–26 PGA LEAD Class, naming 15 professionals from across the country to join its flagship leadership development program. Designed to mentor and prepare…
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4 African American Women Golfers Debut Professional Competitive Skills at Roland Parrish Celebrity Golf Classic
by Gladys Leeby Gladys LeeGet Ready! Get Ready! Get Ready! Friday, September 12, 2025, April McCoy, Kennedi Lee, and Makalia Brown will join Kendall Jackson at The Golf Club of Dallas in a stroke-play…
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What If Black Athletes Built Their Own Professional Golf League?
by John Perryby John PerryI’ve been wondering — I’m sure you’ve been wondering — and I get asked this question all the time: why don’t some of our millionaire athletes pool their assets and…
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The Ultimate Guide to Same Day Withdrawal Casinos for Golf and Leisure Travelers
by Contributorby ContributorYou’re wrapping up the 18th green—cape of dewy grass under your shoes—and feeling that sweet buzz of victory. But the round wasn’t the only win: you’re thinking ahead to the…
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Day 4: Craig Kirby’s Diary as a 2025 Travelers Championship Superintendent, A Real Life Experience!
by Craig Kirbyby Craig KirbyEditor’s Note: The PGA Tour returns to TPC River Highlands in Connecticut for the 2025 Travelers Championship, which begins Thursday, June 19, and ends on June 22. Positioned just after…
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Day 3: Craig Kirby’s Diary as a 2025 Travelers Championship Superintendent, A Real Life Experience!
by Craig Kirbyby Craig KirbyEditor’s Note: The PGA Tour returns to TPC River Highlands in Connecticut for the 2025 Travelers Championship, which begins Thursday, June 19, and ends on June 22. Positioned just after…
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Day 1: Craig Kirby’s Diary as a 2025 Travelers Championship Superintendent, A Real Life Experience!
by Craig Kirbyby Craig KirbyEditor’s Note: The PGA Tour returns to TPC River Highlands in Connecticut for the 2025 Travelers Championship, which begins Thursday, June 19, and ends on June 22. Positioned just after…
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How U.S. Open Concession Prices Are Breaking More Than Par
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffImagine you’ve just sealed a thrilling 18-hole round, strolling past concession stands expecting the usual overpriced stadium fare. Instead, you’re hit with sticker shock so severe: But the real kicker…