July 18, 2020 NEW YORK, NY — John Lewis, a towering figure of the civil rights movement and a longtime US congressman has died at age 80. CNN presidential historian Douglas…
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Tim O’Neal’s Final Round 64 Holds Off Field to Win APGA Tour at Dubsdread Tuesday
by Debert Cookby Debert CookStandout Savannah Pro Also Won APGA at Farmers in January ORLANDO, Florida (July 14, 2020) – Tim O’Neal of Savannah, Georgia, won the APGA Tour at Dubsdread tournament Tuesday, securing…
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Will Lee Elder be the First African American Masters Honorary Starter?
by Debert Cookby Debert CookJuly 11, 2020 Inspiring is the word for honorary starters as Jock and Fred begat Gene Sarazen, Byron Nelson and Sam Snead, who begat Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Jack…
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BY AAGD STAFF July 9, 2020 Get ready for the roar!!! It’s happening. The long-awaited return of golf’s greatest mega-superstar Tiger Woods announced on Thursday—what fans have been waiting for…
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Joseph Dent in the footsteps of his father, PGA Champions Tour Winner Jim Dent
by Debert Cookby Debert CookIt is the son’s dream that is here and now, to be cheered and respected for being played out with a youthful exuberance in an era where the entrepreneurial spirit…
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CURRY, MAHOMES, ROMO & RODGERS HEADLINE ALL-STAR FIELD AT 2020 AMERICAN CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIP
by Debert Cookby Debert CookLAKE TAHOE, Nev., July 6, 2020 — NBC Sports Group this week will provide comprehensive on-air and digital coverage of the nation’s premier celebrity golf tournament, the American Century Championship, celebrating its…
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July 1, 2020 ST. LOUIS – This summer has some highpoints even in the midst of Covid-19, as Southern Illinois women’s golf freshman Ayanna Habeel was named the Missouri Valley Conference Newcomer of…
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Renee Powell to be Presented with ASGCA Donald Ross Award
by Debert Cookby Debert CookJune 19, 2020 —Renee Powell, the second Black woman to play on the LPGA Tour and longtime ambassador for the game around the world, has been chosen as the 2020 recipient…
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Advocates Pro Golf Association (APGA) Announces Seven-Tournament Slate for 2020
by Debert Cookby Debert CookDiversity-focused tour offering $250,000 in prize money; boasts relationships with PGA TOUR & Farmers Insurance® June 17, 2020 LOS ANGELES (June 17, 2020) – The Advocates Professional Golf Association (APGA), professional…
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Former PGA Senior Director of Diversity Wendell Haskins Sends Counter Letter to PGA Officers
by Debert Cookby Debert CookWritten By Wendell Haskins as his response commentary to the Stand With Us, Open Letter from PGA President Suzy Whaley & CEO Seth Waugh June 12, 2020 Dear Seth, Suzy and Former…
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Like everyone, I have been touched by the brutal murder of George Floyd. It has sparked a wave of protest and demonstration that hasn’t been seen in this country since…
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By James Beatty June 11, 2020 I HAVE BEEN READING THE STATEMENTS FROM SENIOR OFFICIALS FROM VARIOUS LEADING GOLF ORGANIZATIONS OVER THE PAST FEW DAYS. WHILE I BELIEVE ALL ARE…