WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Congressman Kweisi Mfume (MD-07) introduced the Jordan McNair Student Athlete Heat Fatality Prevention Act in the United States House of Representatives. Senator Ben Cardin (D-MD) introduced the companion legislation…
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The Inspiring Journey of Ronald Davis and The GLOVe Foundation, Empowering Youth through Golf
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffRonald Davis, a passionate advocate for youth development, has dedicated his life to making a difference through the power of golf. As the founder of The GLOVe Foundation, he has…
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Black Woman-Owned Business Sunday Morning Coffee Brews Up Success at Cognizant Founders Cup
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffWhen Savannah Mitchell embarked on her journey to establish Sunday Morning Coffee Company in 2021, she was well aware of the challenges that awaited her in the male-dominated coffee industry.…
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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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Troy C. Mullins: Breaking Barriers Advocating for Women in Golf, Why You Should Listen
by Byron Perryby Byron PerryTroy C. Mullins is Making a Statement….and YOU Should Listen
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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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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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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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United Black Golfers Association Scholarship Recipient David Daniels Morehouse College Graduate Embarks on New Chapter
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffDavid Daniels, a recent graduate of Morehouse College in Atlanta, GA, is poised to embark on his professional journey after receiving a scholarship from the United Black Golfers Association (UBGA).…
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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…
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Celebrating 20 Years of African American Golfers Digest: Join Us in Honoring Our Milestone
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffYOU CAN STILL CELEBRATE US IN THIS SPECIAL ISSUE!CALL TODAY: 212-571-6559 OR EMAIL [email protected] — Message From The Publisher Dear Golf Leader and AAGD Reader! I am thrilled to announce…