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,…
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One of my very best friends expressed to me how my journey in the game of golf has inspired him. Hopefully, this article will inspire you to be the best…
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How Dr. Roni DeLuz Is Changing Lives with Her Martha’s Vineyard Holistic Retreat
by Debert Cookby Debert CookBy: ANN BROWN Thursday, April 23, 2015 – Black Entrepreneurs: Roni DeLuz In the spring of 1990, Roni DeLuz, then 35, was married, a mother and enjoying her career as…
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Malachi Knowles: Champion For Change – African Americans Creating A Healthier World Through Sports
by Debert Cookby Debert Cook“I started Inner-City Youth Golfers, Inc. in the year 2000, says Malachi Knowles, Founder. “I figured, “Hey, look. Let me just give back to the community through a sport that…
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Will Lowery is on a 5-year track which he hopes will successfully lead to his ultimate goal of playing on the PGA Tour. In an opportunity of a lifetime, Lowery…
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At age 32, professional golfer Montrele Wells is banking on his golfing skills for a long, satisfying sports career. “Golf is my life,” he says, after returning from the PGA…