PGA of America Names Jeffrey J. Jones II Independent Director

August 5, 2026

Stephen Curry’s UNDERRATED Golf Partners With DICK’S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy...

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Tally Tumbler’s Red, White and Blue Golf Cup Brings Practicality to the...

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The Pinnacle Bank Championship in Omaha

August 4, 2026

RepSpark Secures $22 Million Strategic Investment to Scale E-commerce Platform Across Specialty Retail

August 4, 2026

Remembering When Cameron Champ Almost Inherited Tiger Woods’ Throne

August 4, 2026

The PRO Tour Gives Retired Athletes a New Competitive Stage

August 4, 2026

Public Poll: What Do You Think? Tuskegee University’s New Dress Code Ignites...

August 4, 2026

Wrapping Up The Rocket Classic 2026 Experience

August 4, 2026

JT Auto Body and Restoration Joins as Sponsor of African American Golf...

August 4, 2026

KENYA: Experience Safari, Culture, and Endless Adventure

August 3, 2026

African American Golf EXPO & Forum Announces Special August Exhibition Offer for...

August 1, 2026

APGA Juneteenth Classic Awards honor and celebrate Pump family, Vincent Johnson, Jenny...

August 1, 2026

The Rocket Classic 2026 — Agronomy Intern Kevin WhIte Jr.’s Tireless Efforts Shine...

July 31, 2026

Day 6 Diary – Rocket Classic Experience

July 31, 2026

Day 3 Diary – Rocket Classic Experience

July 30, 2026

GSBA Tee Off for Public Education Unites Georgia’s Business and Golf Communities...

July 30, 2026

Andrew Fernandes walks off first APGA Tour victory with playoff eagle to...

July 30, 2026

2026 Rocket Classic | Thursday Round 1 tee times and pairings

July 30, 2026

Charlie Woods Battles Back to Make the Cut at Junior PGA Championship

July 30, 2026

Sifford Golf Academy Launches to Inspire the Next Generation of Diverse Golf...

July 29, 2026

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Does “Shrink the Game” Risk Turning Golf Backward?

by AAGD Staff July 27, 2026

Few honors in golf carry the significance of the Payne Stewart Award, presented annually to an individual whose values reflect the character, sportsmanship, and charitable spirit embodied by the late …

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GOLFER OF THE WEEK

Nayani Lewis Named Student Athlete of the Week by the Los Angeles Sentinel

by AAGD Staff April 25, 2023

Nayani Lewis, a senior at St. Monica Preparatory school has been named Student Athlete of the Week …

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Learn Effective Nonprofit Strategies at the Social Good Accelerator Webinar: July 12

by AAGD Staff July 9, 2024

In collaboration with the Social Good Accelerator, a webinar is being offered to provide nonprofit leaders and …

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NBA All-Star Blake Griffin, Olympic Gold Medalist Brandi Chastain, World Series Champion Albert Pujols and More Join the 2026 Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions

by AAGD NEWSWIRE December 18, 2025

Cobbs Creek Foundation Opens Driving Range, Little Horse Tavern Restaurant and Pro Shop in Lincoln Financial Center at Cobbs Creek

by AAGD NEWSWIRE December 18, 2025

Raymond Grier Earns Double Honors at Running Deer Golf & CC Year End Awards

by AAGD Staff December 18, 2025

Tommy Burns Golf Challenge Coins, LLC, to Exhibit at the African American Golf EXPO and Forum Jan. 21–24 in Orlando

by AAGD NEWSWIRE December 18, 2025

JIM BEATTY GOLF VENTURES ANNOUNCES PLANS TO ASSIST 10 SMALL UNDERUTILIZED COMPANIES INVOLVED IN SELLING TO THE GOLF INDUSTRY, APPLY BY DECEMBER 31

by AAGD Staff December 15, 2025

Data-Driven NGPDF 2025 Impact Report Gives Insight Into Youth Development Success

by AAGD Staff December 15, 2025

Malachi and Essie Knowles Named as Cochairs of the Expo Sock Drive

by AAGD NEWSWIRE December 11, 2025

National Association of Black Golf Merchandisers President Arnett Gill Highlights How Tariffs Reshape Pricing and Pressure the Golf Industry

by AAGD NEWSWIRE December 11, 2025

No Team Woods This Year: Stewart Clink, Tom Lehman, Davis Love III and Nick Price Complete Line-Up For 2025 PNC Championship

by AAGD Staff December 10, 2025

A Powerful Return for SC State’s Women’s Golf Program

by AAGD Staff December 9, 2025

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Celebrating Black History Month

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Celebrating 23 Years of African American Golfer’s Digest

by AAGD Staff February 21, 2026

LA County Parks Announces Vincent Johnson as Department’s New Golf Director

by AAGD NEWSWIRE February 21, 2026

Don Rea Jr. Ousted from PGA Tour Board Following Ryder Cup Controversy

by AAGD Staff February 20, 2026

APGA Cisco Black History Month Awards recognize PGA TOUR Commissioner Jay Monahan and Golf Digest’s Tod Leonard for their contributions to the APGA, present Chuck Robbins Scholarship to Florida A&M sophomore Joshua Mitchell

by AAGD NEWSWIRE February 20, 2026

Rhythm & Roots Brings Black History Month Celebration to Historic Shady Rest

by AAGD Staff February 19, 2026

Tiger Leaves Door Open for Potential Masters Appearance

by AAGD Staff February 19, 2026

Coaches’ Practices Underway as 2026 PGA Jr. League All-Star Preparation Begins

by Gladys Lee February 18, 2026

Black College Golf Coaches Association Elects Andre Springs as President

by AAGD NEWSWIRE February 18, 2026

African American Golf EXPO & Forum 2027 Announces Special Exhibitor Promotion

by AAGD NEWSWIRE February 17, 2026

Jesse Jackson, civil rights leader who ran for president, dies at age 84

by AAGD Staff February 17, 2026

Geoff Yang Named Chairman of Masters Rules and Competition Committees

by AAGD NEWSWIRE February 16, 2026

HBCU Association of Birmingham Launches Inaugural Golf Classic at Woodward

by AAGD NEWSWIRE February 16, 2026

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Musty Putters

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Navigating the Fairway of Golf Injury Causes, Types, and Effective Treatment Strategies

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Exploring the world of sports interaction in Canada

by AAGD Staff January 4, 2024
Greens and Dreams: A Golfer’s Journey to Excellence

by AAGD Staff January 2, 2024

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HEARD & SCENE

Spotted: Tiger Woods back doing things at his Pebble Beach par-3 course

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How A Golf Collab Is Making Golf More Accessible and Welcoming

Born from a shared passion for making golf more welcoming, A Golf Collab was founded by Ric Carey, Cid Jones, and Andrew Ellis to create …

by AAGD NEWSWIRE June 17, 2026
Dr. Mark Wagner Chronicles Native American Legacy in Golf

Dr. Mark G. Wagner, widely known as “Dr. Mark,” is a teacher, writer, and golf historian who has dedicated his recent years to uncovering the …

by AAGD Staff May 14, 2025
Sistas on the Green Returns to Denver for a Luxurious Weekend of Golf and Sisterhood

Sistas on the Green is returning to Denver, Colorado this summer, offering a unique golf retreat created especially for women of color. Scheduled from July …

by AAGD Staff April 2, 2025

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Charlie Woods Makes His Move — Not Stanford— Heads to Florida State

by AAGD Staff February 11, 2026

Golf’s Gender Pay Gap

by Michael W. Cooper, Ph.D. May 8, 2026

Winners of $40,000 Coca-Cola HBCU Sports Production Grant Announced

by AAGD NEWSWIRE May 6, 2026

The African American Heritage Festival Kicks Off February 14th

by AAGD NEWSWIRE February 5, 2026

OBITUARIES

Vernon Jordan Dies

Vernon Jordan, civil rights leader dies

by Debert Cook March 3, 2021

legendary golfer Bill Wright Dies

William “Bill” Wright, first Black USGA Champion Dies

by Debert Cook February 26, 2021

Celebration of Life for Verda Lyons

Celebration of Life for Verda Lyons

by Debert Cook February 25, 2021

Jerry Hobo Osborne

Jerry “Hobo” Osborne

by Debert Cook February 16, 2021

dr. obie bender dies

Dr. Obie Bender, Baldwin Wallace alumnus passes away

by Debert Cook January 12, 2021

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Layla and Roxanne Phillips Share a Sisterhood Through Golf

For Layla Phillips, 15, Class of 2029, and Roxanne Phillips, 14, Class of 2030, golf began with an unexpected invitation from the course next door. …

by AAGD Staff July 22, 2026
Gladys Lee’s Lasting Impact on Golf, Youth Development, and Community Leadership

For more than four decades, Gladys M. Lee has dedicated her life to growing the game of golf while using the sport as a vehicle …

by AAGD Staff June 22, 2026
Howard Bankhead is Building Legacy One Swing at a Time

Howard Bankhead’s legacy is defined by the lives he has impacted rather than personal achievements. A 1981 graduate of Alabama State University with a degree …

by AAGD Staff May 31, 2026

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EULELI HOUSE, A HAVEN OF WELLNESS FOR BLACK WOMEN, CELEBRATES JUNETEENTH AT SHADY REST GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB.

Euleli House stands as a beacon of community wellness, dedicated to the holistic health of Black women through both virtual and soon-to-be physical spaces.

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African American-Owned Golf Courses

Here is a list of the nation's Black-owned golf courses that should not be overlooked. You are invited to visit these beautiful venues and to consider supporting these great courses by booking your individual or group rounds.

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JESSIE BROOKS

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