The PGA Tour has announced the cancellation of its 2026 season-opening tournament, The Sentry, due to severe drought conditions and water conservation issues on the Hawaiian island of Maui. Organizers…
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Is LeBron James’ Love for Golf Putting His NBA Future at Risk?
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffLos Angeles Lakers star LeBron James is facing early-season downtime amid a concerning lower-back injury, and sports physician Dr. Patrick Warren has pointed to a surprising culprit: James’ growing dedication…
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Dr. Michael Cooper Inducted into the National Black Golf Hall of Fame
by AAGD Staffby AAGD Staff(New York, NY) — The National Black Golf Hall of Fame ceremoniously inducted Dr. Michael Cooper, former Senior Advisor for HBCU Initiatives at the USGA during its 39th anniversary celebration,…
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$50 Million Scholarship Initiative from Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to Benefit Atlanta HBCUs
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffThe Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation has announced a transformative $50 million scholarship initiative to support students attending Atlanta’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). This major investment aims to…
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BETHESDA, Maryland (Oct. 13, 2025) – Twenty Military Veterans received specialized golf and wellness training October 9 – 13 at the 6th annual PGA HOPE National Golf & Wellness Week, presented…
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Founder Patrina King Unveils New Era With Golf Women Mean Business Solutions
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffGolf Women Mean Business (GWMB), founded by Patrina King in Atlanta, Georgia, has entered a new chapter with the launch of GWMB Solutions—a strategic parent company that strengthens and expands…
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Act Now: Nominations Open for the 2026 Congaree Global Golf Initiative
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffNominations Now Open for the 2026 Congaree Global Golf Initiative The Congaree Foundation is currently accepting nominations for the 2026 Congaree Global Golf Initiative (CGGI) — a life-changing program designed…
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Listen and Learn How Tampa’s Rogers Park Golf Course Shaped Generations
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffDon’t miss this powerful WUSF interview that brings the history of Tampa’s Rogers Park Golf Course and the legacy of Black golfers in Tampa vividly to life through the voices…
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WSGA Invites African American Golfers’ Digest Readers to Travel in Style to Jamaica
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffThe Western States Golf Association (WSGA) is extending a special invitation to readers and followers of the African American Golfer’s Digest to join a luxurious Caribbean getaway — a weeklong…
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Nairobi — More players have secured their spots for the upcoming NCBA Golf Series Grand Finale following their strong performances at the Diamond Leisure Lodge Monthly Mug held on Saturday.…
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“We are excited to hear the news that NGPDF member, Ashley Shaw, has verbally committed to play collegiate golf for the University of Georgia Bulldogs,” said Mark Lowry, president of…
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The Freedom Junior Golf Classic, part of Alabama’s 8th Annual Rosa Parks Day celebration, will be held December 6–7 at Cottonwood Golf Club in Montgomery. The tournament is open to…