Robert C. Saffold Sr.’s influence on his community took root well before the era of formal nonprofits and structured outreach programs. In 1957, while teaching at E.O. Douglas High School—the…
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(Photos by Jermicka Juniel) I am standing on the sacred grounds of The WM Phoenix Open, held February 2–8, 2026, at TPC Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Arizona — home to the…
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The Golf Fund has announced its 2026 Junior Ambassadors, continuing its mission to empower minority junior golfers by providing access, exposure, and structured support during critical developmental years. The initiative…
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Unpopular Leadership is a new leadership book by Patrina King aimed at emerging leaders, new managers, and anyone seeking to build confidence and clarity in decision-making that may not always…
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Understanding the Underrepresentation of Black Women at the 2026 Augusta National Women’s Amateur
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffThere is only one Black women listed in the field for the 2026 Augusta National Women’s Amateur (ANWA) so far? This certainly reflects broader, longstanding challenges in women’s golf participation…
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LIV Golf players will begin earning Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points in 2026, a move that significantly boosts their pathways into major championships and other elite events. The governing…
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Celebrating Black History Month by Honoring Today’s Golf Trailblazers and the Lasting Legacy of Black Golf
by AAGD Staffby AAGD StaffBlack History Month offers a powerful opportunity to honor the trailblazers, champions, and advocates who have shaped African American golf, often in the face of exclusion and systemic barriers. Long…
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In the revered world of golf, no symbol of excellence carries more weight than the green jacket of Augusta National. For young Malik Jones, that iconic garment represents far more…
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The TaylorMade Junior Open, presented by PGA TOUR Superstore, will take place April 18–19, 2026, at The Courses at Watters Creek – Traditions in Plano, Texas. This premier junior golf…
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The Snowbirds Donate $47,500 at Their Fifth AnnualGolf Tournament Weekend to Empower Underprivileged Youth Golfers
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Feb. 2, 2026 – At the prestigious PGA National Resort, The Snowbirds hosted their 5th Annual Golf Tournament Weekend January 29-31, 2026, donating $47,500 to benefit…
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In celebration of Black History Month and the enduring legacy of African Americans in golf, the community is invited to attend the Herbert Dixon Meet & Greet Barbecue Festival on…
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Monday Before The Show (MBTS) Marks Nine Years of Honoring Women Pioneers in Golf
by AAGD Staffby AAGD Staff2026 marks the 9th anniversary of the Monday Before the Show (MBTS). MBTS is an 18-hole golfnetworking event where women from around the country register to attend on the Monday…