The National Black Golf Hall of Fame (NBGHF) is gearing up for its highly anticipated 37th Anniversary Celebration, scheduled to take place from September 16 to 18, 2023, in Atlanta,…
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The 15th annual National Golf Day took place last month, May 8-10, in Washington D.C., bringing together professionals from the industry. This year’s event featured a variety of activities, including…
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PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan Resigns from His Post to Recover From Medical Situation
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffIn a statement issued on Tuesday evening by PGA Tour commissioner Jay Monahan and the PGA Tour Policy Board, it was revealed that Monahan is currently recovering from a “medical…
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The Dr. Charles L. Sifford Scholarship Fund Awarded Scholarships to Seven Students attending Prestigious HBCU’s as Part of The Inaugural Class of Sifford Scholars
The Sifford Scholarship Fund was established in 2022 in honor of Dr. Charles L. Sifford – the first Black golfer to earn a PGA TOUR card in 1961. The Cobbs…
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From Training to Certification: Jackson Park Golf Association and Juan Espejo Transform Young Caddies
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffJackson Park Golf Association (JPGA) partnered with Maryville Golf Academy instructor, Juan Espejo, to teach caddying to the largest group of caddy registrants to date! A total of 26 young…
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RICHARD BROWN, BECOMES THE FIRST GOLFER AND FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN MASTER PGA GOLF PROFESSIONAL TO BE INDUCTED INTO GRAMBLING LEGENDS SPORTS HALL OF FAME
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffGrambling, Louisiana — The Grambling Legends Sports Hall Of Fame Committee announces its selection of outstanding individuals to be inducted into the 15th Class. The 2023 Hall Of Fame induction…
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PAIGE CRAWFORD GOES BACK-TO-BACK, WINS WOMEN’S DIVISION OF THE JOHN SHIPPEN NATIONAL INVITATIONAL
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan (June 7, 2023) – Paige Crawford of Colorado Springs, Colorado shot a final round one-under-par 71 Wednesday to take home the women’s division of THE JOHN SHIPPEN National…
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WESTERN GOLF ASSOCIATION, EVANS SCHOLARS FOUNDATION, ANNOUNCED AS SPONSOR FOR 3RD ANNUAL AFRICAN AMERICAN GOLF EXPO & FORUM
Louisville, Ky. – The Western Golf Association (WGA) and Evans Scholars Foundation (ESF) have been announced as a sponsor for the 2023 African American Golf Expo & Forum (AAGEF). Headquartered…
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James Beatty, Accomplished Businessman, Inducted Into African American Golfers Hall of Fame
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffThe 19th Annual African American Golfers Hall of Fame Leadership Conference, Golf Skills Camp & Tournament, Reception, Awards Dinner Celebration, Auction, and 13th Annual African American Collegiate & Youth Golfers…
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The unexpected merger announcement between LIV Golf, the PGA Tour, and the DP World Tour has sent shockwaves throughout the golfing community and beyond. After being fierce rivals since the…
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If You Can’t Beat ‘Um, Join ‘Um: PGA Tour, LIV Golf And DP World Tour Announce Merger
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffAfter a year of division, LIV Golf, the PGA Tour, and DP World Tour have reached a historic agreement. The merger was announced by the PGA Tour, DP World Tour,…
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Coach Quincy Leonard Inducted into 2023 African American Golfers Hall of Fame as Coach of the Year
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffQuincy Leonard, an Alabama A&M University graduate, a distinguished member of his community, and Founder of LEO Golf Academy at Gateway Golf Course Montgomery, AL, was recognized and inducted into…