The induction ceremony in March will center around the newest Hall of Fame class: competitors Susie Maxwell Berning and Tiger Woods, along with contributors Tim Finchem and the late Marion Hollins. In…
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African American Amateur Golfers’ Association (3AGA) Preseason Players Meeting Announced
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffThis has been an exciting off-season for the African American Amateur Golfers’ Association (3AGA) and they are looking forward to sharing all of the news with all of their current…
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Honda Classic creating college scholarship to honor local African American woman
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffVictoria Kingdom, 93, is the first African American woman to manage the locker room at PGA National in 1985. When it’s sunny, you’ll find 93-year-old Victoria Kingdom hitting golf balls…
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THE LIFE STORY OF CADDY CARL JACKSON RIGHTS ACQUIRED BY SHERIDAN ROAD PRODUCTIONS
CHICAGO – For the first time in cinema, iconic Masters Tournament caddie of 54 years, Carl Jackson, is opening up about his life – an extraordinary journey of triumph over…
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Red Carpet “Invitation Only” Special Tribute Event Set to Honor Golf’s Legends
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffAUGUSTA, GA (March 2, 2022) ─ Lee Elder, Calvin Peete, Jerry “Hobo” Osborne, Carrie Russell, and Joseph Rice are just a few of the legends who will be honored during a…
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TROON ANNOUNCES ANNUAL ‘TROON DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION’ SCHOLARSHIP IN SUPPORT OF YOUNG PROFESSIONALS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffTwitterFacebookPinterestEmail Scottsdale, Ariz. – Troon®, the leader in providing golf and club-related leisure and hospitality services, is pleased to announce the launch of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion scholarship program at the…
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THE PINKNEY FOUNDATION TO HOST BATTLE AT THE HAWK INAUGURAL GOLF CLASSIC TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT BAY AREA YOUTH PROGRAMS
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffPittsburg, CA (February 2022) — The Pinkney Foundation (located in Pittsburg, CA), announces Battle at The Hawk Inaugural Golf Classic—presented by Summit Bank and Kinder’s. The Pinkney Foundation was Co-founded…
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We are sad to report that former Middle Atlantic PGA (MAPGA) member Al Green passed away this past Wednesday, (February 16). He was a significant figure in the history of…
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When asked his golf handicap, Chris Word chuckles and says, “It’s under construction….” So much for bragging rights on the course. Yet, what this Charlotte, North Carolina resident can be…
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The USGA has announced that its Executive Committee will again be led by Stu Francis, of Hillsborough, Calif., and by Fred Perpall, of Dallas, Texas, who will serve as president-elect.…
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Pro golfer Christian Havens wants fans to know, “Hey, there are still opportunities for corporate sponsors. I am selling logo spots on my chest, golf bag, and collar. For companies…
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The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday, in Association with the PGA TOUR, Partners with the Black Golf Alliance to Host Juneteenth Golf Weekend Classic
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffSecond Annual Juneteenth Event Set to Benefit Ohio’s Second Annual Juneteenth Event Set to Benefit Ohio’s Wilberforce University Golf Team DUBLIN, Ohio – The Memorial Tournament presented by Workday and…