Monday – November 24, 2025 – Dr. Charles L. Sifford Golf Course at Revolution Park
Blue Tee Yards 5902, Slope 68.0/121, White Tee Yards 5490, Slope 66.4/112
Played Front 9 on The White Tees and The Back 9 on the Blue Tees
15 Players
An exciting Indoor Golf Networking Fundraiser featuring former professional golfer Mulbe Dillard IV was held on Thursday, November 13, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Bridgeport Golf Club in Chicago, Illinois. The Jackson Park Golf Association, in partnership with Mitchell Hoffman & Wolf Law Firm, announced the special event, bringing together supporters, young golfers, and business professionals for an evening focused on mentorship, opportunity, and community building.
Throughout the night, guests enjoyed a lively atmosphere inside the premier members-only facility that offers year-round access to six practice bays with state-of-the-art golf simulators. Golfers practiced swings, exchanged ideas, and learned more about how the sport can open doors for youth across Chicago. Mulbe Dillard IV has deep ties to the city and served as an inspiring host, sharing his journey through competitive golf and emphasizing the importance of access, exposure, and support for the next generation.
The event highlighted the role of golf as more than a sport—it served as a networking platform, a confidence-builder, and a pathway to valuable life skills. Attendees engaged in meaningful conversations about growing the game within diverse communities and expanding resources for young players who dream of competing at higher levels.
The evening also served as a fundraiser, helping fuel programs and initiatives that provide instruction, equipment, and developmental guidance to Chicago’s youth. With a strong turnout and enthusiastic participation, the gathering demonstrated the power of community partnerships and the shared commitment to nurturing future talent.
By the end of the event, guests left energized and inspired, grateful for the opportunity to connect, contribute, and support the mission of advancing opportunities for young golfers. The successful collaboration between the Jackson Park Golf Association and Mitchell Hoffman & Wolf Law Firm set the tone for continued efforts to strengthen Chicago’s golfing community and ensure that more young players have the chance to shine.
The College, Career & Beyond | Midnight Golf Program is extending an invitation to community leaders and professionals to take part in an inspiring mentoring experience designed to guide high school seniors as they prepare for life after graduation. The sessions will take place Monday, December 1, and Tuesday, December 2, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the CCB|MGP Headquarters, located at 7441 Second Avenue in Detroit, Michigan.
The Midnight Golf Program, founded in 2001 by Renee Fluker, is a renowned Detroit-based youth development initiative that uses the sport of golf as a vehicle to empower young people academically, socially, and professionally. The program has helped thousands of students successfully transition into college and careers through its blend of life-skills training, financial literacy, mentorship, and golf instruction. Its College, Career & Beyond component focuses specifically on preparing seniors for the next step, providing real-world insights, exposure, and ongoing support.
This year’s event invites mentors to participate in a dynamic “speed dating” style format where small-group interactions allow students to connect directly with professionals from a variety of fields. Mentors will share their college journeys, career paths, and valuable lessons learned, offering practical advice to help students navigate their own futures. Participants will also have an opportunity to answer questions from students and are encouraged—though not required—to share information about job or internship opportunities they may know of.
Space is limited, and companies are asked to register up to two representatives per day of mentoring. Those who sign up will receive further instructions and event details in the days ahead. Anyone with questions can reach out to Holly LaMontagne at [email protected].
This event serves as another example of how the Midnight Golf Program continues its long-standing mission: equipping Detroit-area youth with the tools, confidence, and support they need to thrive in college, career, and beyond.
H. Rap Brown, later known as Jamil Al-Amin, a prominent and fiery figure of the 1960s Black Power movement, has died at 81. Brown first rose to national attention as chairman of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), where his sharp rhetoric and uncompromising stance made him one of the era’s most recognizable activists. His speeches captured both the frustration and the determination of young Black Americans fighting segregation and inequality.
By the early 1970s, Brown had converted to Islam, changed his name to Jamil Al-Amin, and stepped away from public political life, devoting himself to religious leadership in Atlanta. Over time, he built influence as a community imam and became a respected local figure focused on faith, discipline, and service.
His life took a dramatic turn in 2000 when he was accused of shooting two sheriff’s deputies, killing one. Al-Amin insisted he was innocent, but he was convicted and sentenced to life in prison. The case remained controversial, with supporters arguing that he was wrongfully targeted because of his past activism. Legal challenges and calls for review continued for years, but the conviction stood.
Al-Amin spent the remainder of his life in federal custody, including time in a high-security Colorado prison before being moved to Arizona. Despite imprisonment, he maintained a devoted following among those who viewed him as a powerful voice from a defining era of civil rights struggle.
His death closes a long and turbulent chapter in American political history. A man once seen as a symbol of radical resistance, later a spiritual leader, and ultimately a figure whose fate remained contested, Al-Amin leaves behind a legacy still debated but deeply intertwined with the country’s ongoing conversations about race, justice, and dissent.
Christopher T. Everett, founder and president of the RLE Go Fore It! Foundation, has built an inspiring mission rooted in service, mentorship, and the transformative power of golf. At 45 years old, Everett reflects on a journey shaped by family, community, and a desire to open doors for young people who may have never considered the game as a place where they belong.
His introduction to golf began quietly, long before he understood what it would eventually mean to him. As a young man, his uncle, Clarence Robinson, gifted him a mismatched set of clubs from his days caddying in Delray Beach, Florida. “I appreciated the gesture, but at that time, I wasn’t familiar with the game at all,” Everett, an Eagle Scout and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity member said during an interview with this publication. Those clubs sat untouched for years until a close friend offered what became a life-changing invitation. While coping with his father’s cancer diagnosis, Everett’s friend Curtis Joe spotted the clubs in his garage and suggested a trip to the driving range. “That simple invitation was the spark,” Everett recalled. “For the first time, golf gave me something I didn’t know I needed—peace.”
That moment led Everett to coworkers JoAnne and Dale, who helped him understand the fundamentals and accompanied him on his first round. The effect was immediate. During those four hours on the course, he found space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with himself. “I found a place where I could exhale,” he shared, describing how the course became a place of grounding during challenges his family faced.
Everett carried that renewed energy with him as he continued to build connections both personally and professionally. Golf became a tool for relationship-building and a bridge to unexpected opportunities. After graduating from North Carolina Central University with a degree in Criminal Justice and competing in college football, Everett learned to use the game to expand his network and inspire others.
In 2022, those experiences led to the creation of the RLE Go Fore It! Foundation, a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization named in honor of his father, Ronald L. Everett. The foundation emerged shortly after the publication of Everett’s book, “Go Fore It!: A Family and Golf Story,” and was designed to bring the book’s message to life. Its mission focuses on three pillars: exposure, mentorship, and scholarships. The inaugural event, held at Martin Downs Golf Club in Palm City, Florida, set the tone for what the organization could become. With the generosity of course owner Stanley Campbell and partnerships with the Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Lucie County and Martin County, Everett and his team introduced 20 teenagers to the game in an unforgettable two-day experience.
Since then, the foundation has expanded its reach to cities across Florida and South Carolina, introducing more than 200 young people to golf and interviewing diverse professionals through its Life on Par podcast. The organization has awarded over $10,000 in scholarships to high school seniors pursuing college degrees and trade certifications. All of this has been accomplished through a 100 percent volunteer board, personal donations, early supporters, and a 2024 grant from the Make Golf Your Thing initiative.
As the foundation prepares for its 5th Annual Signature Golf Weekend on May 15–16, 2026 in Port St. Lucie, Everett emphasizes both gratitude and purpose. He credits corporate sponsors, community partners, and especially his family for their encouragement. His wife, Kimberly, designed both his book cover and the foundation’s website, providing the creative backbone of the organization. Their children, along with Everett’s mother and sister, motivate him to keep building a legacy that honors the initials RLE.
Everett remains committed to expanding the foundation’s reach, strengthening corporate partnerships, and continuing to open doors for youth. In his words: “When you take steps toward your dreams, people and organizations will step up to help—you just have to start and be willing to ask.” To Learn more about RLE Go Fore It visit https://goforeitusa.com/foundation
Joseph Dent, son of PGA Champions Tour legend Jim Dent, has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help fund his 2026 golf season. At 26 years old, Joseph is navigating the financial realities of professional golf — and he’s inviting golfers, fans, and supporters to join him on this journey.
According to his campaign, Joseph will use the funds to cover crucial expenses like travel, equipment, and tournament entry fees. Competing professionally isn’t cheap: flights, greens fees, and gear add up quickly. Through this campaign, he hopes to lessen the financial burden and focus fully on his training and competitions. With just a few backers so far, every dollar matters: even smaller donations can reduce stress and unlock opportunities.
Joseph’s story is inseparable from his father’s: Jim Dent was a towering figure in golf history. Rising from humble roots in Augusta, Georgia, Jim started out as a caddie and eventually became known for his prodigious driving ability. Later in life, he won 12 times on the PGA Champions Tour. Dent passed away earlier this year on May 2, 2025.
In a profile published by the African American Golfer’s Digest, Joseph reflected on how his father encouraged him to pursue golf with purpose and discipline. Jim told his son, “You have to put in the work,” a guiding principle that has shaped Joseph’s approach to the game.
Joseph didn’t follow a conventional junior-golf path, but he’s crafted his own route. While in high school, he played golf at Strawberry Crest, and later joined the Advocates Pro Golf Association (APGA) Tour. That connection to the APGA is deeply meaningful: the tour was founded to increase diversity in golf and open doors for players who might not traditionally have access.
In his GoFundMe appeal, Joseph says, “I’m committed to making my mark in the golf world, and your support would mean everything to me. Together, we can turn this journey into something special—not just for me, but as a tribute to my dad’s legacy. Thank you for believing in me and being a part of this Journey.”
As he builds toward his 2026 season, Joseph says this campaign is not just about his own career — it’s a way to honor his father’s legacy and make his own mark on the sport. Supporting him means backing a golfer who carries both personal passion and a powerful family history. Contributions may be made HERE.
The Ladies Golfer Association of Nigeria (LGAN) has renewed its commitment to repositioning golf as a major sport for women across the country through strategic partnerships with media professionals and stakeholders.
This commitment was underscored during a two-day training workshop for sports journalists held in Abuja. The programe focused on enhancing participants’ knowledge of golf rules, storytelling techniques, and effective coverage of women’s tournaments.
A communiqué issued at the end of the workshop and signed by the association’s Legal Adviser, C.U. Oparaugo, stated that the training aimed to improve the visibility of women’s golf and empower journalists to tell the inspiring stories behind the players’ journeys, challenges, and successes.
Speaking at the end of the training, Lady Pro Uloma Ogbuokiri, said the programme was mainly for those who already have careers and those wishing to have pursue a career in golf. She added that it was also aimed at empowering ladies through golf as a competitive game like football, tennis and other lucrative sports globally in terms of earnings, recognition and anything you can think of concerning sports.
“The question is why are Nigerians not benefitting like Tiger Wood and many others in sports?” she queried. “That is why LPGAN, its BoTs and other well-meaning Nigerians came together to put up this programme to correct the wrongs because we have noticed that the media is the missing link.
Glennon E. Bazzle — often known in golf circles as the “King of the Golf Swing” — has built a decades-long career blending biomechanics, therapy, and instruction to help golfers at every level find their most efficient and powerful swing. What began as a curious exploration into how the body moves became a mission: to teach the golf swing using precise anatomical principles.
Bazzle turned 84 on October 16 and unveiled a new ebook and audiobook as a meaningful way to celebrate the day. At the heart of his work is his signature book, Anatomy of the Perfect Golf Swing, a clear, illustrated guide that reveals how the bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments should work together to produce a smooth, repeatable swing.
Originally created to help teachers and instructors improve their coaching, the book has become a well-loved reference for beginners, seasoned players, and instructors alike. It breaks the swing down into five key principles — the Lever Principle, Centrifugal Force, Center of Gravity, Circumduction, and Consciousness — and includes more than two dozen diagrams, photographs, and eight exercises designed to build strength and fluidity.
Bazzle’s background is unique in golf instruction. Before dedicating himself fully to coaching, he spent years as a master masseur working in some of America’s most prestigious hotels and resorts. Over time, he noticed a strong connection between the aches, injuries, and movement patterns of his clients and the way they swung a golf club. That insight led him to formulate what he calls his “Bazzle Method” — a teaching philosophy that marries anatomy with performance, helping players harness the natural mechanics of their bodies to swing more efficiently.
Today, through his Global Golf Institute — which he founded — Bazzle certifies golf instructors in his method. He also hosts seminars, private coaching sessions, and workshops where he combines his golf instruction with his “Exersage” therapy: tailored massages and movement drills that promote joint health, muscular balance, and injury prevention.
His influence has been widely recognized. Stories from students consistently mention how Bazzle’s method helped them feel like they could finally feel the swing instead of forcing it. His work has drawn praise from therapists and players who appreciate how his approach improves consistency and reduces strain.
Whether you’re aiming to deepen your understanding of how the body works, refine your technique, or recover from swing-related injuries, Glennon Bazzle’s work offers something rare: a holistic, science-based approach to golf that doesn’t sacrifice the joy of play.
If you want to learn more or access his training resources, the place to start is his website: glennonbazzle.com. The ebook and audiobook is available at https://www.facebook.com/reel/1154837649530540
On November 22, 2025, President Donald Trump announced plans to renovate at least two of the three golf courses at Joint Base Andrews, a United States military facility located in Prince George’s County, Maryland, heralded as the “president’s golf course.” Trump, traveling aboard Marine One, said the courses had deteriorated over time and revealed that legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus would lead the redesign, according to The Washington Post.
Sited less than 15 miles from Washington, D.C., Andrews is not only a major Air Force base—it’s also home to Air Force One. Its golf facility, operated by the 11th Force Support Squadron, the facilities include three golf courses (The East Course, South Course, and West Course (a 9 hole course), three practice putting greens, two private practice areas and a driving range, according to the Andrews website.
During his tour, Trump described two of the existing courses as being “in very bad shape,” according to WSLE news. He claimed the renovation could be done “for very little money,” though he did not disclose exactly who would fund the effort or how much Nicklaus would be paid. His comments sparked immediate scrutiny, given the property’s military status and unclear financial underpinnings.
Jack Nicklaus is one of the most accomplished golfers ever, with 18 major championships and more than 425 course designs to his name. Naming his firm to lead the project gives the renovation considerable prestige.
The Andrews courses themselves have a long and storied past. The East Course opened in 1956 and was designed by Russell Roberts and Frank Murray. The base’s links have also hosted multiple U.S. presidents—Gerald Ford first played there in 1974, and Barack Obama used it frequently during his time in office.
Still, big questions remain. The Pentagon reportedly deferred questions on funding to the White House, and it has not yet clarified how the project will be financed or whether taxpayer dollars will be used.
Trump’s plans for Andrews follow other high-profile construction efforts under his leadership—including a controversial $300 million rebuild of the White House’s East Wing into a grand ballroom, funded by private donors.
If completed, the revamp at Andrews could breathe new life into a historic military golf course. But for now, the future remains uncertain—especially as the debate intensifies around cost, access, and the role of recreation on military installations.
Callaway Golf Company has announced plans to sell 60 percent of its stake in Topgolf, valuing the entertainment and technology business at about US $1.1 billion. This valuation is roughly half of what Callaway paid during its full acquisition just a few years ago, marking a significant shift away from its broader golf-entertainment strategy.
When Callaway first invested in Topgolf, the company was embracing a new kind of social sports experience. Topgolf, founded in 2000, blended climate-controlled hitting bays with a nightlife atmosphere, appealing to both casual players and newcomers. Many saw it as a modern version of the classic bowling outing—an accessible, fun activity that didn’t require traditional golf skills. The model aligned well with the pandemic-era golf boom, but expanding large entertainment venues demands heavy capital, making the business vulnerable when economic conditions tighten.
As inflation, tariffs, and higher interest rates strained consumer budgets, Topgolf visits became a pricier outing for families. These pressures contributed to falling sales and a steep decline in the stock price of the merged Topgolf Callaway Brands, which dropped more than 70 percent from its post-merger highs. The challenge for Topgolf is that it competes less with traditional golf and more with everyday leisure choices—streaming at home, family dinners, or lower-cost activities. If the experience becomes too expensive, casual customers may simply opt out.
From a financial standpoint, Callaway’s decision to sell appears strategic. The company expects to net around US $770 million from the deal, allowing it to reduce debt, buy back shares, and reinvest in its core business segments. It will still retain a 40 percent stake in Topgolf, leaving room for future gains if the venue business recovers under private-equity ownership. This move suggests a calculated adjustment rather than a complete withdrawal.
The broader trend of golf merging with lifestyle and entertainment remains strong, but the economics of running large, venue-driven operations have proven more challenging than anticipated. Younger consumers still enjoy hybrid sports-entertainment experiences, yet profitability depends on balancing excitement with accessibility. Meanwhile, companies focused on equipment, such as Acushnet, have seen strong growth, while Callaway’s share value lagged. That contrast indicates that diversification into entertainment may have diluted rather than strengthened Callaway’s position.
With this shift, Callaway appears ready to refocus on the products and performance innovations that originally fueled its success, a direction that may ultimately prove more sustainable.
2K announced that PGA TOUR 2K25 is being developed in partnership with Unity for the Nintendo Switch 2, bringing the full experience of the franchise to handheld play. The game will support all major modes and features found on other platforms, including MyCAREER, cross-platform online Societies, the Course Designer, and offline play for on-the-go gaming. Players with an internet connection will also be able to access all online modes.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version will feature the new EvoSwing mechanic, which enhances realism by adapting to a player’s rhythm and timing whether they use the Swing Stick or 3-Click Swing. The game also introduces Perfect Swing, a mode designed to help newcomers learn the basics of club selection, shot types, wind effects, and more without the pressure of mastering swing mechanics right away. Veteran players can also use this mode when they want a more relaxed gameplay experience.
For the first time in the franchise, PGA TOUR 2K25 allows players to compete in three major championships: the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club, the 125th U.S. Open at Oakmont Country Club, and The 153rd Open at Royal Portrush. Twenty-eight licensed courses and events will be available at launch, including tournaments at TPC Scottsdale, Pebble Beach, and TPC Sawgrass. Topgolf returns with new quests, while additional venues like The Old Course at St Andrews and Fields Ranch East join the game for the first time.
Players can choose from more than 200 real-life PGA TOUR athletes on leaderboards and control 11 featured pros, including Tiger Woods, Lydia Ko, Matt Fitzpatrick, Justin Thomas, Tony Finau, and more. Chris McDonald also appears as a playable character. MyPLAYER customization is expanded with new creation tools, progression systems, and apparel and equipment from major golf brands.
MyCAREER mode has been redesigned with more customization, training options, pre-tournament events, and the ability to simulate rounds or play key moments. Seasons return with revamped Clubhouse Passes that offer rewards across 100 tiers, with fresh daily, weekly, and monthly content.
Multiplayer options include cross-platform Societies, new Ranked Tours, and multiple match formats available both online and locally. The Course Designer features updated tools, surfaces, and camera systems to help creators build and share more detailed courses than ever before.