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Friday, Saturday and Sunday – September 16-17-18, 2022
Hackler Golf Course – Conway, South Carolina
44 Players
Championship Flight 78-86
- John Dailey 78-80=158
- Mark Lathan 82-77=159
- Tim Hardee 78-83=161
- Jeff Winchester 83-81=164
- Ronnie Graves 84-80=164
- Tyrone Jones 85-81=166
- Gerald Lewis 86-80=166
- Tommy Bryant 86-84=170
- Kevin Granderson 83-88=171
- Ellis Greene 86-89=175
- Al Bradley 86-91=177
- Keon Newsome 84-93=177
- Derek Steven 82-WD
- Tony Banks 84-WD
First Flight 89-97
- Reese Carson 89-82=171
- Charles Grissett 92-80=172
- Wayne Richardson 89-86=175
- Larry Watkins 89-90=179
- Bobby Young 91-90=181
- Harvey Jones 97-85=182
- Jewel Love 90-95=185
- Mitchell Smith-Bey 93-92=185
- Mark Williams 93-93=186
- Bill Dickens 89-98=187
- Larry Bellamy 93-94=187
- Will Banks 93-95=188
- Sime Brown 94-95=189
- M.T. Holley 95-94=189
- Lester Spivey 96-106=212
- Gibb Hemingway 89-WD
- Ronnie Sherman 90-WD
- Gerry Hines 94-WD
Second Flight 98-127
- George Venable 98-87=185
- John Bryant 105-85=190
- John Taylor 100-98=198
- John Montague 100-101=201
- Leon Crawley 103-101=204
- Khirie Stevens 104-100=204
- John Joyner 102-103=205
- Maurice Pitts 108-109=217
- Robert McFadden 108-99=217
- Richard James 112-114=226
- Dale Kiser 127-131=258
- Acidus Baums 105-WD
Closest to Pin Saturday
#5 Al Bradley
#7 Mark Lathan
#10 Gerald Lewis
#15 Tim Hardee
Skins Saturday
#5 Al Bradley (Birdie)
#9 Reese Carson (Birdie) #15 Larry Watkins (Birdie)
APGA Tour week in Montgomery County got off to a rousing start Sunday, when the APGA Foundation Youth Clinic educated and entertained some
60 youths from First Tee Philadelphia in advance of the second annual professional golf tournament Tuesday and Wednesday at Bluestone Country Club in Blue Bell.
APGA Tour Valley Forge has returned to the Philadelphia Region under the sponsorship of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board as part of its MontcoGolf initiative promoting the 50-plus courses in the region. The tournament is open to the public with free admission for both the first round on Tuesday and the final round on Wednesday. The pros will tee off beginning at 8 am with the leaders expected to be finishing Wednesday around 2:30 p.m.
The 36-hole competition will award $25,000 in prize money with a $7,500 first prize to the winner from a field of over 50 of the top minority players in the country. It is the second event of the Farmers Insurance Fall Series, which continues in Houston and Los Angeles in October and November as the 18-event, 2022 season comes to a close.
The APGA Foundation Youth Clinic was hosted by The Club at Shannondell in Audubon, where the participants engaged with a financial advisor, lawyers, and experts in health/wellness, mental health, career choices and the sport of golf. The APGA Foundation awarded $2,400 in educational grants to the winners of an essay contest. It was the first full-scale APGA Foundation Youth Clinic since the global pandemic sidelined all such programs back in 2020.
“There was a real buzz about the clinic and I think it could triple in size next year, now that we are back in action with lunch, prizes, our experts, and the educational grants,” said Cole Smith, Executive Director of the APGA Tour and the APGA Foundation. “We expect more community organizations to get involved next year now that we have established the event here in conjunction with the APGA Tour Valley Forge tournament and Valley Forge Tourism.”
The APGA Tour was founded in 2010 with three tournaments awarding $40,000. It has grown dramatically in the past three years with seven events in 2020 and 14 last year. The APGA Tour will award some $900,000 in purses and bonus awards in 2022.
AVI-8 Watches are delighted to announce the brand new P-51 Mustang Tuskegee Airmen Chronograph Limited Edition, created in partnership with the Tuskegee Airmen Inc. (TAI). This timepiece honors the accomplishments of the Tuskegee Airmen, a squadron of African American aviators who participated in the Army Air Corps during WWII.
“Tuskegee Airmen, Incorporated (TAI) was formed in 1975 as a non-profit organization expressly to promote the true Legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen and expose disadvantaged community youth to aviation careers. We are especially pleased to partner with Dartmouth Brands in launching a first-ever high-quality Tuskegee Airmen-themed timepiece as part of their AVI-8 line. Your purchase of these fine instruments helps support TAI’s youth programs both nationally and locally including pilot training, drone instruction and educational scholarships.” – Jerry “Hawk” Burton, National President, Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.
Available to buy from 23rd September at Avi-8.com, $350
The 2022 Volkswagen Golf R returns after a three-year hiatus with more power and performance characteristics than its predecessor. The redesigned Golf R hatchback’s new turbocharged engine and all-wheel-drive system is a joy to drive.
Although the 2022 Golf R and the less expensive GTI returned to the U.S. with flair, the regular Golf hatchback will not be coming to these shores.
Models/Price: Priced at $44,185, the base Golf R comes fully loaded in a standard six-speed manual or an optional seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission for $44,890 MSRP.
Both models have a full suite of driver assistance and safety features, including adaptive cruise control with semi-autonomous driving, lane-keeping assist, forward-collision warning, automated emergency braking, and blind-spot monitoring.
The 2022 Golf R has premium quality interior features that include the latest technology and conveniences, including a 10.2-inch display, sports seats, Napa leather, carbon-like trim, stainless-steel pedals, and ambient lighting with 30 colors.
Underneath its conventional-looking exterior is sporty features that contribute to its smooth handling and power, including four chrome exhaust outlets, side skirts, a rear spoiler, cross-drilled front brake rotors, and 19-inch wheels.
Power: The 2022 Golf R is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine that generates 315 horsepower at 310 lb-ft of torque versus the 288 horses in the previous model.
Controlled cornering and maneuvering have been improved by an advanced 4Motion all-wheel-drive system featuring a rear differential, which transfers torque between the right and left rear wheels for better handling. An R button on the steering wheel activates various drive modes: Comfort, Individual, Drift, Special, Sport, or Race. Comfort was my choice in dense traffic, while Sport worked best in highway situations.
Fuel Economy: EPA fuel ratings for the Golf R automatic is 23 city/30 highway mpg, while the manual transmission averages less at 20 city/28 highway mpg.
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In honor of the late Aretha Franklin, known as ‘The Queen of Soul,’ who died of a rare form of pancreatic cancer on August 16, 2018, the 501(c)(3) charity Music Beats Cancer will host a free virtual tribute on Thursday, September 22, at 7:00 p.m. EST on LoopedLive, featuring an exclusive medley performed by R&B/hip-hop singer J. Holiday.
“Aretha paved the way for vocalists and performers of color,” said Holiday, who composed a unique medley of Franklin’s ‘Think,’ ‘Rock Steady,’ ‘Respect,’ and ‘Until You Come Back to Me’ for the event.
“Aretha’s voice flowed through the rooms of my childhood home as my mom cleaned on Sunday afternoons. Honoring a legend in this way, so many years later, is truly one of the great accomplishments of my career.”
SiriusXM’s Fred Mills and Music Beats Cancer founder Dr. Mona Jhaveri will host the show, sponsored by coconut water brand CoAqua. Jazz fusion group Mathew Alec and The Soul Electric and neo-soul/R&B singer-songwriter Shylah Ray Sunshine will open for Holiday with performances of ‘Chain of Fools’ and ‘Natural Woman,’ respectively.
“Science has yet to catch up with so many forms of cancer, so I’m honored for the opportunity to contribute to an organization that seeks to advance new treatments and survival outcomes,” Holiday said of partnering with Music Beats Cancer.
Music Beats Cancer utilizes charitable crowdfunding to support cancer-fighting innovation and research, increasing the number of cancer-fighting technologies in the product development pipeline. By advancing new solutions for cancer, Dr. Jhaveri’s organization helps more treatments reach those in need. This process addresses the “Valley of Death,” the severe funding gap that commonly forces entrepreneurs advancing cancer-fighting inventions to abandon their work. Most of these projects fail before they are given a chance to prove themselves due to lack of funding. Music Beats Cancer is changing this.
“Cancer is a monster that has both touched and devastated my family and the families of so many of those close to me,” said Holiday. “Being a part of something that helps to revolutionize cancer treatment feels like I’m paying homage to those who have lost their lives, lost loved ones, or simply lived through the fear of a diagnosis.”
Black college golfers across all divisions have been honored with the Black College Golf Coaches Association (BCGCA) Awards this summer thanks to their partnership with the Golf Coaches Association of America.
College of Charleston’s Kieron Van Wyk earned the Adrian Stills Award as the Black College Golfer of the Year after becoming the first Black golfer in Colonial Athletic Association history to win medalist honors at the league championship.
Howard’s Gregory Odom Jr. was named HBCU Golfer of the Year and picked up consecutive wins to end his season at the MEAC Championship and PGA Works Championship.
A pair of teammates highlight the BCGCA All-America Team with Drexel’s Jeffrey Cunningham and Tafadzwa Nyamukondiwa and Howard’s Odom Jr. and Everett Whiten Jr., as well as Van Wyk, Javan Johnson (Taylor), Steve Kibare (Dalton State), Quinn Riley (Duke), Kristopher Stiles (San Jose State) and Troy Taylor II (Michigan State).
Van Wyk earned his third honor as the BCGCA Outstanding Freshman, with Kci Lindskog (Texas Southern) as the HBCU Outstanding Freshman. The pair were also named to the BCGCA All-Freshmen Team alongside Florida A&M teammates Tyler Partee and Miles Taylor and Chicago State’s Camron Jones.
VCU’s Andy Walker was named BCGCA Coach of The Year, with Gary Grandison from Texas Southern earning HBCU Coach of the Year honors.
It was another commemorative round of golf for Mr. Herbert Dixon, born on September 16, 1919, has a passion for the game and has used his influence to benefit others.
For his 103 birthday, Mr. Dixon was joined on Bartlow golf course by several of his buddies and “played many holes” said Larry Mitchell, who posed with a photo of the iconic golfer. “Dixon was one of the best around here in Polk County,” said Mitchell.
Bartlow golf course is where Dixon first learned the game as a caddy. Although he wasn’t allowed to play on the course because of his color, he served as a caddy and quickly realized he loved the game. He made a spot behind the caddy shack where he hit balls and learned to play by watching others. Later, he was allowed to play on the course on Mondays and improved his game. People began to notice his skills.
Later, Dixon began to play in local African American tournaments and one of his fondest memories was of his debut at a nationally recognized tournament. Crowd favorite Charlie Sifford, who had won the tournament five years in a row, and who was dressed in the latest golfing attire, took one look at Dixon (who wore the best he had at the time), and Dixon could tell he didn’t think much of him. By the end of the day, Sifford had gained a new respect for the rookie. Dixon had won the 1951 National Negro Open, beating Sifford by 1 stroke, 69-70.
In 2019, at age 99, Dixon was inducted into the Polk County Hall of Fame preceded by induction into the African American Golfers Hall of Fame (2012) and induction into the National Black Golf Hall of Fame (1998).
When Dixon was 101 years of age, in 2020, the Legendary golfer continued to golf almost every day.
Happy birthday Mr. Dixon!
National Links Trust will host their second annual Symposium on Municipal Golf on October 24th-26th and Golf Channel’s Damon Hack will serve as the event emcee. 6 expert panelists will discuss various topics with industry experts such as Tom Doak, Tanelle Bolt, Vincent Johnson, Benjamin Warren, and others.
USGA CEO Mike Whan will present the keynote address and two networking and social events are planned including a golf tournament at East Potomac Golf Links.
The public is invited to purchase ticket packages for this signature event and all proceeds benefit National Links Trust. For more information visit https://www.nationallinkstrust.org/symposium
National Links Trust is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is dedicated to protecting and promoting accessible, affordable, and engaging municipal golf courses to positively impact local communities across the United States of America.
After years spent signing petitions, protesting circuses, and creating social media campaigns to help spread awareness surrounding the mistreatment of elephants, Founder of The Elephant Project, Kristina, felt propelled to do more. The welfare of elephants has become her passion and life quest.
In creating The Elephant Project, she is now able to make a significant contribution to saving elephants. Sales of the specially created stuffed animals go directly to organizations that are helping to end the poaching crisis, as well as distributed to elephant sanctuaries in the United States and abroad.
Two charming stuff characters include Kiki, whose name means ‘new life’ is first in the charming collection. Tembo, meaning ‘elephant’ in Swahili, is the newest addition to The Elephant Project which will soon expand to include others. Kiki and Timbo are also available for adoption to help aid the organization in its mission.
100% of net proceeds from your purchase of Kiki and Tembo go to various organizations that help aid in fighting the poaching crisis and also provide care to injured, abandoned, orphaned, and abused elephants.
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To enhance the overall competitive value of women through personal and professional development, golf education, exposure, as well as partnership opportunities, is the mission of Golf Women Mean Business (GWMB). The Georgia-based membership organization offers complimentary, unlimited online golf training to its members across America, and more.
Consisting of a national network of professional women, GWMB helps women leaders build meaningful relationships and achieve greater influence with golf. Its roster includes a staff composed of professionally trained people with vast experience to facilitate effective training and intensive workshops.
“In the Golf Women Mean Business community, our members understand that the golf swing is just one component of learning how to play golf. Our members are definitely trained to swing the golf club and so much more like the “why’s” and the many “hows” of the game,’ says GWMB Founder Ms. Patrina King on the organization’s website.
In addition, GWMB provides events, team-building, certifications and members-only programming. All content and amenities are created with the interest of the participants in mind.
GWMB is expanding quickly and successfully changing the narrative when it comes to women once being rarely a consideration when it comes to planning golf outings with peers in the workplace. Launched in 2014 and incorporated on April 20, 2015, the non-profit arm of the organization is Golf Women Mean Business Charities, Inc.
Standard annual membership is $250 with Corporate and Young Professional membership levels also available.
For more information on GWMB visit https://africanamericangolfersdigest.com/events/golf-intensive-workshop-hosted-by-golf-women-mean-business/
Kevin Jennings was named by Zyzlewski Family Associate Vice President/Director of Athletics Amy Folan to head the Central Michigan University men’s golf program in October 2021. Jennings leads the resurrected program which begins NCAA Division I play in fall, 2022, after a 36-year hiatus.
A native of Benton Harbor, Jennings coached both the men’s and women’s programs at Prairie View A&M in Prairie View, Texas, over the past five years. In 2021, he led the Panther men’s program to its third consecutive Southwestern Athletic Conference championship and subsequent NCAA Regional Tournament berths and guided the Panther women to a program-best runner-up finish in the league tournament.
In May, Jennings guided the Prairie View A&M men’s team to the PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla. During Jennings’ time at Prairie View A&M, 16 of his student-athletes earned All-SWAC honors, two earned the SWAC Freshman of the Year Award, and more than 30 were named to the SWAC Commissioner Honor Roll.
In 2022, Jennings was inducted into the African American Golfers Hall of Fame in the College Golf Coach category at the organization’s annual awards reception and dinner in Riviera Beach, Fla.
In 2018, Jennings was honored with the Mark Leasch Award, which goes to the program that shows the improvement over the course of a given season and is awarded by the Golf Coaches Association of America.
Jennings served as the men’s golf coach at Arkansas Pine Bluff in 2016, as the head coach/resident center manager at Talladega (Ala.) College, and as the head men’s and women’s golf coach at Le Moyne-Owen College in Memphis.
He has also served as a volunteer assistant coach at Christian Brothers (Tenn.) University, a student assistant coach at Mississippi Valley State, and as a full-time golf instructor in Tennessee, California and Nevada.
He holds an accounting degree from Mississippi Valley State and a degree from the Golf Academy of America. He is working toward a master’s of community development at Prairie View A&M.
Jennings has also served as chairman of the SWAC golf coaches committee and is on the board of the Black College Golf Coaches Association, the advisory board for the PGA Works Championship, and is a member of the Golf Coaches Association of America, serving on that organization’s diversity council.
(article originates from Central Michigan University