At 24-years old, full of confidence and enthusiasm, Patrick Harris graduated on December 16, 2016 from the University of Maryland Eastern Shore’s PGA Golf Management Program. Following the ceremony, Harris,…
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Lorenzo Hobbs, Reigning Club Champion for Potomac Shores Golf Club
by Debert Cookby Debert CookBY AAGD STAFF (February 15, 2017) — Lorenzo C. Hobbs is a self-taught golfer who started playing the game in 1991. Since turning professional in January 1, 2017, the zero-handicapper…
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Honoring Black Golf Pioneers and Trailblazers Throughout Black History Month: Larry Powell
by Debert Cookby Debert CookThe National Black Golf Hall of Fame (NBGHOF) honors Black Golf Pioneers and Trailblazers throughout Black History Month Larry Powell, part of the legendary Powell family, who designed,…
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James “Jim” Lacey Dent, an American professional golfer, was born in the golf mecca of Augusta, Georgia, May 9, 1939 . He was educated in his hometown Paine College (an HBCU), but as…
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Honoring Black Golf Pioneers and Trailblazers Throughout Black History Month: Robert “Pat” Ball, Class of 2015
by Debert Cookby Debert CookThe National Black Golf Hall of Fame (NBGHOF) honors Black Golf Pioneers and Trailblazers throughout Black History Month ROBERT “PAT” BALL Robert ‘Pat’ Ball was a four-time champion…
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Celebrating Black History Month and those making History EVERYDAY: Darryl Jeffries
Darryl Jeffries, President, DLJ Communications Group is interviewed at the African American Golfer’s Digest Diversity Pavilion by John Perry during the 64th PGA Merchandise Show, January 26, 2017 in Orlando,…
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Craig Kirby Does Dynamic Work and Helps Black Youth Swing Into Golf
by Debert Cookby Debert CookCraig Kirby is on a mission: He is working hard to diversify golf — one Black student at a time. It’s not easy, said Kirby, 53, but it is rewarding.…
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Wyatt Worthington II Becomes the First African American Club Pro in 25 years to Play in PGA Championship
by Debert Cookby Debert CookWorthington’s life changed dramatically when he was just 13-years-old after receiving a short golf lesson from Tiger Woods. That encounter was over 15-years ago, at the Tiger Woods Foundation’s junior…
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Cheyenne Woods has a famous face to go with that famous name: She’s been called one of the “Most Beautiful Women in Golf” by Golf.com, among others. She has a…
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Maurice Allen Hits Center Stage, Vying For Long Drive World Championship
by Debert Cookby Debert CookAt 5-8, Alpharetta golfer Maurice Allen may not seem to be an imposing presence on the tee. But the power he generates with one of the fastest golf swings…
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Lauryn Leonard is Augusta Bound Following Win At Drive, Chip And Putt Regionals!
by Debert Cookby Debert CookFollowing her fantastic win on Saturday, September 12, 2015 at the regional of the Drive Chip and Putt Championship in Valhalla golf club in Louisville, KY, 8-year old Lauryn Olivia…
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Ilee Coleman Plays To Win
by Debert Cookby Debert CookIf Ilee Coleman had been asked what he thought of golf ten years ago, chances are he’d say what a lot of people think: “It’s not a real sport”. Coleman,…