It was a happy Friday for NBA star Steph Curry who is most known for his incredible long-range shooting on the basketball court – but it turns out he’s pretty good from distance on the golf course too, Watch what he managed to pull off at the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship.
Clifford L. Alexander Jr., a Harlem-raised, Ivy League-educated lawyer who was a crusading chairman of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in the late 1960s and later served as the first Black secretary of the Army, died July 3 at his home in Manhattan. He was 88. His wife, Adele Logan Alexander, confirmed the death but did not provide a specific cause.
Guided by powerful mentors in academia, law and government, Mr. Alexander was the first Black student-body president at Harvard University, the first Black partner at the elite Washington law firm Arnold & Porter and spent his career seeking to shatter racial boundaries with statesmanlike calm. He seemed destined for elective office but lost a close race for D.C. mayor in 1974, shortly after the city won home rule.
Mr. Alexander came to Washington in 1963 on the recommendation of McGeorge Bundy, a former Harvard dean who served in the Kennedy and Johnson administrations as national security adviser. Mr. Alexander helped shepherd the landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965 and became Lyndon B. Johnson’s personal consultant on civil rights before he became EEOC chairman in 1967.
The EEOC, created under the Civil Rights Act of 1964, had no mandate for legal action but could make recommendations based on its investigations of employment discrimination aimed at racial and religious minorities. Mr. Alexander was the third chairman and first Black official to hold the post.
He immediately launched investigations into the textile and drug industries as well as utility companies and labor unions, and demonstrated the minuscule numbers of minorities in the white-collar ranks of major corporations.
At a congressional hearing in March 1969, Mr. Alexander testified about rampant discrimination against Blacks and Mexican Americans in Hollywood. Senate Minority Leader Everett M. Dirksen (R-Ill.) called the hearing “a carnival” and lambasted the EEOC for using its power to target an industry that had “given employment to hundreds of Negroes.”
“We didn’t intend for the work-givers of this nation — business and industry — to be harassed,” Dirksen said.
Mr. Alexander was unflappable in his response. “It’s important that the law be enforced,” he said, adding that the harassment of African Americans far exceeded that of business executives.
Irked, the veteran lawmaker replied that “this punitive harassment has got to stop, or I’ll go to the highest authority in this government to get somebody fired.”
Shortly thereafter, the Nixon administration announced its intention to install a Republican commission chairman. Mr. Alexander resigned, citing a “crippling lack of administration support” and a Justice Department unresponsive to his requests for help in enforcing racial discrimination. EEOC member William H. Brown III, also African American, succeeded him.
Edward C. Sylvester, an African American who became the first director of the Labor Department’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance, told The Washington Post at the time that Mr. Alexander “gave the commission some life and the legislation some meaning. He grabbed the only thing they had at the time, which was the right to hold hearings, and he did an extraordinary job.”
After leaving government, Mr. Alexander joined Arnold & Porter, where he practiced corporate and discrimination law and recruited new hires from Howard University’s law school. He also hosted a syndicated TV public affairs show, “Cliff Alexander: Black on White.”
In his mayoral race, his opponent in the Democratic primary was Walter E. Washington, the District’s presidentially appointed mayor-commissioner since 1967 and the first Black chief executive of a major U.S. city. Mr. Alexander, who had worked on a home rule bill when he served under Johnson, ran on his civil rights and public service records and garnered 47 percent of the vote, but Washington bested him and became the first directly elected mayor of the city in more than a century.
Mr. Alexander returned to legal work until President Jimmy Carter tapped him in 1977 as Army secretary. His military experience was scant — he had served briefly as a private after law school — but his appointment as the first Black civilian head of a U.S. military branch was hailed as a milestone.
His survivors include his wife, Adele Logan, a Fieldston and Radcliffe College graduate who taught history at George Washington University, and two children, Elizabeth Alexander of Manhattan, a poet who chaired Yale’s African American studies department and is now president of the arts-supporting Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and Mark Alexander, who became the first Black dean of Villanova University law school, of Radnor, Pa.; and seven grandchildren.
New Haven, CT – The Knickerbocker Golf Club, Inc. is excited to announce its Annual 78th Scholarship Golf Tournament. The Tournament will take place Saturday, July 30, 2022, at the Alling Memorial Golf Course, 35 Eastern Street, New Haven, CT 06513. This annual fundraiser helps the Knickerbockers Golf Club to continue its efforts to award college scholarships, to promote the game of golf through its Bronze Tee Jr program, and through club-sponsored golf classes for those that are interested in the game of golf in the greater New Haven and surrounding areas.
At $150.00 per golfer, the Annual Golf Tournament is an affordable and great fun opportunity to “bring your game, while improving your network”. Pre-registration is requested. The event will begin at 7:30 a.m. Registration with Shotgun Start at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 30th. Snacks will be provided on the golf course and a luncheon and awards presentation will be a lighthearted end to the event.
Numerous sponsorship opportunities are also available.
The Knickerbocker Golf Club, Inc. has been promoting the game of golf through club-sponsored golf, social and community events and programs for over 78 years. It is one of the oldest African American amateur golf social 501(c) 4 non-profit clubs in the United States. Founded in 1944 and located in New Haven, Connecticut. We are focused on providing opportunities for the community to be more involved in the game of golf and we welcome all those who share our core values to join us to improve life through the game of golf without regard to social-economic status, ethnic origin, gender, or ability.
It continues to be a center for golf, social and recreational activities for its members and the community.
Join the Knickerbocker Golf Club for an exciting day of golf, food, networking and prizes at the Alling Memorial Golf Course, the perfect opportunity to help benefit and support the ongoing work of the Knickerbocker Golf Club, Inc. For more information on registering as a sponsor or golfer, and/or to donate, please call the Knickerbocker Golf Club at (203) 865-1431 or Lou Hughes at (203) 360-7328 or email [email protected], or Willie Holmes at (203) 623-0601 or email [email protected].
Iconic golfer Tiger Woods rushed to a fan’s rescue after she was hit by a stray golf ball from Dragon’s Den star Peter Jones while at this past weekend’s JP McManus Pro-Am at Adare Manor in Limerick, Ireland.
Accidents do happen on golf courses all of the time with such things as golf carts turning over, hanging signs falling down, and even wayward golf shots striking spectators. One spectator at this past weekend’s JP McManus Pro-Am had such an incident, when the tee shot from Den star Peter Jones struck her. What probably most surprised her is that 15-time major-winner Tiger Woods would run over and check on her condition, standing over her for a close encounter.
A swath of celebrities were in attendance for the annual 36-hole event. But the most popular, undoubtedly, was Tiger Woods. The player was guaranteed to attract attention even if he hadn’t played.
Part of the Pro-Am’s appeal is that influx of non-professional players, and British entrepreneur Peter Jones had the pleasure of teaming up alongside Woods on this occasion. One tee shot in particular won’t have impressed his pro peer, however, after Jones—the only surviving member of the original Dragon’s Den cast—struck a woman with his opening drive.
Woods was quick to respond, checking on the fan to see is she was okay. Now, fans are anxiously hoping he’ll be teeing up at next week’s Open Championship (July 14-17) as planned.
Xander Schauffele followed up Monday’s sensational 64 with a 70 on Tuesday to claim a one-shot victory at the JP McManus Pro-AM. Tiger Woods closed with a 2-over 74 to finish tied for 39th. The Open Championship 2022 is the last major on the golf schedule this season and there hasn’t been a signal given as to how Woods’ health is holding up.
STATELINE, Nev. – Stephen Curry, World Champion Golden State Warriors MVP of the NBA Finals, will step out into the public eye for competition again this week at the American Century Championship Celebrity Golf Tournament at Lake Tahoe.
The star backcourt player is also an excellent golfer and is among the contenders to win the 33rd annual tournament for celebrities only. He would have to defeat former champions Tony Romo, Mardy Fish, and Mark Mulder along with John Smoltz, 2021 winner Vinny Del Negro and Annika Sorenstam – the greatest player in the history of women’s golf.
One of the strongest fields in tournament history is ready to tee it up at the 33rd annual tournament at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course, Friday through Sunday.
Music star Nick Jonas will make his debut, joining such celebrities as Justin Timberlake, Patrick Mahomes, Aaron Rodgers, Charles Barkley.
Curry was named NBA Finals MVP last month after leading the Golden State Warriors to their fourth NBA title in eight seasons. His dad, Dell, and brother, Seth, are also in the field.
The 54-hole tournament, held annually at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course since 1990, will be televised on Peacock, the Golf Channel and NBC. The winner receives $125,000 of the $600,000 purse.
Other newcomers in the 87-player field include Saturday Night Live star Colin Jost, WWE Superstar The Miz and singer/songwriter Jake Owen.
Romo, an NFL commentator for CBS and a former Dallas Cowboys quarterback, and Fish, the former ATP tennis player, are listed as the co-favorites at 11-to-4, according to the Caesars Sportsbook by William Hill. A $4 wager would return $11.
They are followed closely by Del Negro, the former NBA player and coach, at 5-to-1; former MLB pitchers Smoltz (9-to-2) and Mulder (13-to-2); and Sorenstam (17-to-2). Steph Curry is listed at 12-to-1, along with former NFL defensive lineman Kyle Williams.
Barkley, the NBA legend who has long been a fan favorite at this event, said in a teleconference call last month that he would likely wager $100,000 on himself to finish among the top 70, a wager that Caesars created last year after learning of Barkley’s improved game.
Barkley has annually finished among the bottom three at the ACC but tied for 76th out of 88 players in 2021. His $100,000 bet last year was returned to him because it is illegal for one to wager on himself in Nevada. He said he would have a friend place the bet for him this year.
Tournament officials are expecting more than 50,000 fans to attend during the week.
This annual leadership immersion event for the leaders of the National Urban League affiliate movement brings together some of the brightest minds and dedicated hearts to expand expertise, build community, and share learnings for a stronger, more effective Urban League movement. The virtual conference is being held October 17th – October 20th, 2022. For more information visit NUL.org
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Dr. Michael Cooper, Senior Regional Golf Engagement Advisor with the USGA, will be a keynote speaker that the 2nd Annual African American Golf Expo & Forum, as announced by Jim Beatty, President of Jim Beatty Golf Ventures and Expo Organizer. Dr. Cooper will speak on two important topics: Connecting Golf Organizations to Industry Leaders and the Grassroots Grants Program which In a one-year period, received over 200 grant applications from which 155 grants were awarded to 110 unique organizations totaling over one million dollars.
Michael W. Cooper, Ph.D. is also Co-Chairman of the Make Golf Your Thing Youth & Adult Player Development committee. He is also Chairman of the American Golf Industry Coalition Grassroots Grants Program. Cooper’s golf experiences span over 30 years, including Director of Diversity for the World Golf Foundation, Southeast Regional and Outreach Director for the First Tee national office, Director of Golf for the Chi Chi Rodriguez Youth Foundation, and Head Pro/Manager at Rogers Park Golf Course, in Tampa, FL.
He has an educational background, too, with 20 years of experience as an Adjunct Faculty member at Springfield College. In that role, he has taught adult learners a variety of courses in organizational development and leadership for nonprofits, including social change, community organizing, strategic planning, ethical decision-making, advocacy, and youth development through sports.
Dr. Cooper is best known throughout the golf industry as a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion. He has authored three golf industry studies reporting data in four categories: recreational and competitive play, workforce and supplier diversity. These reports guided his inclusion work across the golf industry, and Cooper has been the lead spokesperson at many industry conferences, including the International Association of Golf Administrators (IAGA), PGA Merchandise Show, National Golf Day, and Congressional Black Caucus. He is a member of the African American Golfers Hall of Fame, and Board member for the Advocates Pro Tour.
Dr. Michael Cooper resides in Tampa, FL, with his wife and two children.
ABOUT THE USGA The USGA is a nonprofit organization that celebrates, serves and advances the game of golf. Founded in 1894, we conduct many of golf’s premier professional and amateur championships, including the U.S. Open and U.S. Women’s Open Presented by ProMedica. With The R&A, we govern the sport via a global set of playing, equipment, handicapping and amateur status rules. The USGA campus in Liberty Corner, New Jersey, is home to the Association’s Research and Test Center, where science and innovation are fueling a healthy and sustainable game for the future. The campus is also home to the USGA Golf Museum, where we honor the game by curating the world’s most comprehensive archive of golf artifacts. To learn more, visit usga.org
The mission of the African American Golf EXPO and Forum is to promote the game, the business the industry the careers, and the opportunities in the $84 Billion golf industry to African Americans.
The objectives of the EXPO are to :
1) Promote economic growth, diversity, and inclusion in golf to African Americans and other underrepresented groups
2) Provide a friendly and welcoming environment for golf industry leaders to develop relationships with African Americans who are entrepreneurs, community programmers, and golf enthusiasts.
3) Help grow the industry by featuring subject matter experts in learning forums, seminars, and networking opportunities
4) Provide funding to grassroots organizations involved in teaching and promoting golf to the African American community.
Register at www.aagolfexpo.com/register-here to attend the EXPO and make your room reservations
The American Century Championship is a popular celebrity golf tournament and fans line up at the gate daily to get a peek at the substantial list of players. Held in Nevada during the second full week of July at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in Stateline, tickets will start at $99.00 for early rounds of a tournament while later tournament rounds and VIP options will often go for prices up to $103.00. Throughout the course of the tournament, tickets will usually average out to around $100.50. However, you can still be a part of the action even if you are unable to attend by linear and streamed viewing:
Friday, July 8 Peacock, NBC Sports Digital 4-6 p.m. ET / 1-3 p.m. PT (Live
Friday, July 8 GOLF Channel 7:30-9:30 p.m. ET / 4:30-6:30 p.m. PT
Saturday, July 9 NBC, Peacock 2:30-6 p.m. ET / 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. PT (Live)
Sunday, July 10 NBC. Peacock 2:30-6 p.m. ET / 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. PT (Live)
The field at the American Century Championship in South Tahoe is comprised of 86 players, including current and former NFL players, NBA players, MLB players, actors, and comedians. See the full field listed below:
| Player |
| Josh Allen |
| Marcus Allen |
| Anthony Anderson |
| Bret Baier |
| Charles Barkley |
| Brian Baumgartner |
| Jerome Bettis |
| Jay Bilas |
| Joe Buck |
| Tim Brown |
| Derek Carr |
| David Carr |
| Vince Carter |
| Alex Caruso |
| Stephen Curry |
| Dell Curry |
| Seth Curry |
| Vinny Del Negro |
| Jay DeMarcus |
| Dylan Dreyer |
| Mardy Fish |
| Larry Fitzgerald |
| Dwight Freeney |
| Robbie Gould |
| Tom Glavine |
| Robert Griffin III |
| A.J. Hawk |
| Andre Iguodala |
| Colin Jost |
| Nick Jonas |
| Travis Kelce |
| Jon Lester |
| Derek Lowe |
| Kyle Lowry |
| Patrick Mahomes |
| Joe Mauer |
| Pat McAfee |
| Brian McCann |
| Jim McMahon |
| Kevin Millar |
| The Miz |
| Mark Mulder |
| Adam Napier |
| John O’Hurley |
| T.J. Oshie |
| Jake Owen |
| Carson Palmer |
| Joe Pavelski |
| Michael Peña |
| Patrick Peterson |
| Alfonso Ribeiro |
| Jerry Rice |
| Rob Riggle |
| Aaron Rodgers |
| Ivan Rodriguez |
| Jimmy Rollins |
| Ray Romano |
| Tony Romo |
| C.C. Sabathia |
| Jason Scheff |
| Alex Smith |
| Emmett Smith |
| Harrison Smith |
| John Smoltz |
| Annika Sorenstam |
| Paige Spiranac |
| Kathryn Tappen |
| Miles Teller |
| Larry The Cable Guy |
| Joe Theismann |
| Adam Thielen |
| Justin Timberlake |
| Brian Urlacher |
| Chase Utley |
| Shane Victorino |
| Mike Vrabel |
| Dwyane Wade |
| Jack Wagner |
| Tim Wakefield |
| DeMarcus Ware |
| David Wells |
| Jayson Werth |
| Andrew Whitworth |
| Kyle Williams |
| Charles Woodson |
| Steve Young |
Sunday – July 3, 2022
Deer Brook Golf Club – Shelby, North Carolina
Gold Tee Yards 6950, Slope 73.7/136
White Tee Yards 6426, Slope 70.9/133
Black Tee Yards 5826, Slope 68.4/125
Orange Tee Yards 5200, Slope 69.4/121
Green Tee Yards 5034, Slope 69.4/121
Par 72
35 Players
“A” Flight
“Senior 70+”
Closest to Pin “A”
#3 Rock Jacobs 125 Points
#6 Gerald Henderson, Sr. 125 Points
Total 250 Points
Closest to Pin “Seniors”
#3 Coley Jeter 40 Points
#6 John Love 40 Points
Total 80 Points
Skins “A”
#6 Gerald Henderson, Sr. (Birdie) 625 Points
Skins “Seniors”
#3 Coley Jeter (Birdie) 150 Points
#6 John Love (Birdie) 150 Points
Total 300 Points
Low Score (A)
Rock Jacobs 34 250 Points
Low (Seniors)
Jerome Wingate 35 80 points
Points July 3, 2022
Total 1585 Points
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (July 5, 2022) – First Tee and PGA TOUR Champions announced today the 78 First Tee participants selected to play in the 2022 PURE Insurance Championship Impacting First Tee. The event, in its 19th year, will bring teens from First Tee chapters to Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill Golf Course for the PGA TOUR Champions tournament, Sept. 20-25. The annual event, hosted by the Monterey Peninsula Foundation, is televised internationally on Golf Channel.
Throughout the week, the teens apply their character strengths and the life skills learned from First Tee programs during the one-of-a-kind event where they are paired with a PGA TOUR Champions player and amateurs from the business world. Ranging in ages from 14 to 18, the First Tee participants compete for the Pro-Junior Team title. The teens represent 52 First Tee chapters from across the country and – for the second year in a row – a participant from First Tee — Morocco will be in the field. Participants were selected by a national panel of judges based on their personal growth and development through First Tee’s programs, as well as their playing ability.
The full junior field was revealed live on Golf Channel’s “Golf Today” with host Damon Hack surprising Diego Ocasio from First Tee – Metropolitan New York with the news of his selection. In addition, several players and legends of the game helped surprise select participants leading up to the full field announcement, including World Golf Hall of Fame Member Jack Nicklaus, PGA TOUR players Stewart Cink, Cameron Champ and Austin Smotherman, PGA TOUR Champions players Ken Duke and Larry Mize and No. 1 APGA Collegiate Player and Duke University stand-out Quinn Riley.
In addition to the surprises, Bryson Hughes of First Tee – North Florida and Francesca Sumcad of First Tee – Silicon Valley each earned exemptions this month during the First Tee National Championship.
“Congratulations to the 78 participants who have been selected to play and represent First Tee on a national stage,” said Greg McLaughlin, First Tee CEO. “This is a special year as First Tee celebrates our 25th anniversary of empowering youth and providing opportunities like the PURE Insurance Championship for participants to take their First Tee experience to the next level and explore the possibilities in golf and beyond. Thank you to our partners − PURE Insurance, PGA TOUR Champions, Pebble Beach Resorts, Monterey Peninsula Foundation and Golf Channel − for their commitment to young people and helping us provide this opportunity to these deserving teens.”
This year’s field of PGA TOUR Champions players will feature World Golf Hall of Fame Members Bernhard Langer, Mark O’Meara, Vijay Singh, as well as three-time PURE Insurance Championship winners Kirk Triplett and KJ Choi, who will defend his title. Clint Eastwood serves as chairman of the PURE Insurance Championship.
Play will be conducted on Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill Golf Course on Friday and Saturday. The final round will be contested solely at Pebble Beach Golf Links on Sunday, where 23 First Tee juniors will compete based on their 36-hole performance. The tournament will crown one male and one female First Tee Junior Champion on Sunday.
More than 1,000 teens from First Tee have played in the PURE Insurance Championship, experiencing the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet, play and be mentored by PGA TOUR Champions players and amateurs.
“Supporting these incredible young men and women along with the great work of First Tee through this sponsorship is tremendously rewarding for our entire team,” said Katie Krum, Chief Marketing Officer at PURE Insurance. “I know firsthand the impact and value that participating in youth sports can have on one’s development, personally and professionally, so I am particularly proud to be part of an organization that lends support to such a worthy cause.”
First Tee is a youth development organization that teaches life skills and helps kids and teens build their strength of character through golf. The PURE Insurance Championship is one of several national opportunities provided by First Tee Headquarters to encourage and motivate participants as they progress through the program and toward higher education opportunities.
The junior field for 2022 PURE Insurance Championship can be viewed here.
Fans will have another chance to take a peek at how Tiger Wood’s game is coming along on Monday, as he is playing with Irish businessman Michael Smurfit, Tony Smurfit and Sharon Smurfit at the J.P. McManus Pro-Am in Ireland. The family’s company once owned the K Club outside Dublin.
There was no sounding of the alarms on Golf Twitter over the weekend, according to Golf Digest, no wild frenzy from fans watching anxiously to see if a certain iconic golfer’s private jet had taken off for a trans-Atlantic flight. Unlike the Masters, PGA Championship and U.S. Open, Tiger Woods was not reluctant to share his intent to play in the upcoming Open Championship at St. Andrews.
The legendary golfer has called the Old Course his favorite in the whole wide world, and for a 46-year-old player, the course layout seems to be a good fit for a recuperating golfer, following significant injuries to his right leg after his roll-over car accident in February 2021.
Prior to arriving in Scotland and the Home of Golf, however, Woods’ schedule plans include one early stop. Shortly after playing the Masters in April and stating that he had his sights set on St. Andrews, The former World No. 1 player also announced he was dedicated to competing July 4-5 in the J.P. McManus Pro-Am at Adare Manor in Limerick, Ireland.
As Woods continues to recover from his injury, one may wonder why he decided to participate. What is the J.P. McManus Pro-Am anyway? And Why is Tiger playing in it? Because, we recall that he struggled with tiredness during his round at the Masters in April, finishing 47th, and at the PGA Championship in May, the golfer did not complete the round, withdrawing before the end. And, remember, he did not play in the U.S. Open in June, saying he choose to rest up for the Open. So, the question is why then play a week ahead in a pro-am?
Consider this, the J.P. McManus isn’t just this isn’t any pro-am tournament. Irish businessman and philanthropist McManus hosts the two-day event and he also owns, among other things, Adare Manor, which is scheduled to host the 2027 Ryder Cup. At age 71, McManus launched his first pro-am back in 1990 and has continuously held the event every five years through 2010. Tiger has a history with the tournament and previously played in it in 2000, 2005 and 2010.
The event has also been an impressive fundraiser in its region for charities, garnering $160 million in the first five events, According to the pro-am’s website. The pro-am was postponed in 2020 due to the COVid pandemic, missing a scheduled sixth run, so this 2022 tournament is making an exciting return.
The J.P. McManus is highly popular with nine of the top 10 players in the World Ranking competing, and roughly 30 of the top 100 players, each paired with three amateur partners. The players confirmed to play include: Scottie Scheffler, Matt Fitzpatrick, Jon Rahm, Bryson DeChambeau, Justin Thomas, Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa, Jordan Spieth. Notably, the first Irishwoman to win a LPGA Tour event, Leona Maguire, is also playing.
Joining the list of top pros competing are also some recognizable amateur players: including Niall Horan, Jamie Doran and Bill Murray. Peek this, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan is also playing in the tournament (with his pro Tom Hoge and other amateurs are Johann Rupert and Phil Hogan) and DP World Tour CEO Keith Pelley (his pro is Brandon Stone and other amateurs are Guy Kinnings and Keith Waters). So, the line-up is quite stunning.
to watch the pro-am, it will be streamed on Peacock from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. EDT on Monday and Tuesday, with a replay shown on Golf Channel from 7 p.m.-12:30 a..m. each night.
There have been a lot of talks lately about the rise of online gambling and betting. After all, the global online gambling market size is estimated to reach $112.09 billion by 2025, while the sports betting industry moves towards $140 billion. Everyone wants a piece of that! But what we’d like to know is what’s on the offer for golf fans?
Can online gambling and betting keep you properly entertained when you can’t play your favorite sport or when there are no events to follow? It seems that this versatile sector did have golf enthusiasts’ needs in mind. We did discover some interesting options that you may want to consider. If you want to learn more, like dice bitcoin, just keep reading, as we’ve got you covered!
Obviously, if you’re into golf and follow all the latest action, you can make the watching experience a tad more thrilling. How, one may wonder. Well, by betting on golf! Online bookmakers know this sport has a passionate fanbase and, therefore, make sure to feature it on their platform. Some of them even have mobile apps that let you place bets anywhere and anytime.
Online bookmakers cover various events from all around the world and all the important tournaments. Some of them also offer useful stats for those who want to make an in-depth analysis before wagering on any golfer. Great odds are often provided, and anyone can join the action. Okay, not just anyone. You must be of legal age and in a country where online betting is allowed. But you get the gist.
If betting on the real deal isn’t doing the thing for you, or there’s simply nothing to bet on, there are still options for golf fans. You’d be surprised that the fun for golf enthusiasts never ends, thanks to virtual golf betting. Virtual sports providers such as LEAP Gaming offer solutions that can keep you busy for hours.
The experience is immersive and engaging. It offers a life-like rendition of actual golf games and various betting opportunities. Moreover, providers also publish the return to player percentages of these games and specific bets. So, you always know what you’re getting yourself into.
These products work on all devices and often come in different languages. They offer action 24/7, performance statistics, and historical overviews, and there’s nothing not to like, really. Virtual golf is one of the top products when it comes to steps that the industry has taken to satisfy the appetites of passionate golf fans.
Well, video slots have been the superstar of online casinos. With their state-of-the-art graphic effects, realistic sounds, cool animations, and various bonus features; it only makes sense that players love spinning those reels. With thousands of online slot machines out there, it makes sense that some of them have the ever-popular golf theme.
These slots are perfect for keeping you entertained when there’s nothing to watch or bet on. For example, you can try Gold Champions by Spade gaming or Golden Tour by Playtech. Both games have themed symbols like golf balls and golfing shoes. More importantly, they boast rewarding bonus features that can earn you juicy prizes. Other top picks include The Argyle Open, Hole in Won, and The Back Nine. As we said, the options are plenty!
And if you don’t want to spend money on golf-themed slots, there’s more good news coming. Most of these are available in demo mode. Meaning, you get to enjoy the game with playing credits rather than real cash.
Of course, nothing can beat standing on the green, green grass and making the perfect swing. The same goes for hitting the ball into the hole. Ah, the sound, the feeling – both are irreplaceable. Yet, it’s always good to have some other options for when the real deal isn’t possible. That’s where the ever-growing online gambling and betting industry steps in to save the day. From betting on golf to virtual golf games and golf-themed slots, there are sure products for all those golfers thirsty for more.
