Call it what you may—a disaster waiting to happen or the chance for a former world number one golfer to redeem himself. Nevertheless, the odds for Tiger Woods to win the Masters in April 2018, according to Las Vegas SuperBook is 50-1.
It’s been more than eight months since Tiger last competed. The soon to be 42-year old athlete (December 30) underween a fourth back surgery this year and, perhaps his luck on the course will change, he is planning to compete in the Hero World Challenge on Nov. 30-Dec. 3 in the Bahamas.
The unofficial 18-man golf event benefits Woods’ foundation. So, will he be ready to strut a fifth green jacket? Some are hedging their bets and placing him at 20-1 odds to win any of golf’s four major championships during 2018.
A super great 6-week learning session ended on a strong high note, Saturday, November 18, when participants in the LPGA Golf 101 and LPGA-USGA Girls graduated from the session, giving thanks with grateful hearts,” says Coach Gladys Lee who administered the effort. LPGA Golf 101 is an Intro to Golf Program—conducted by Women for Women.
The program follows the overall student-centered LPGA Integrated Performance System to guide participants through a comprehensive, 6-module, “Welcome to Golf” program for new, or relatively new, female golfers.
Through the program, golfers take first steps in learning to play and enjoy the game of golf.
LPGA*USGA Girls Golf (Girls Golf) is the only national junior golf program that specializes in providing girl-friendly environments for juniors to learn the game of golf. We’re the experts in making the game of golf fun, and we teach more than just stance and swing; we teach girls valuable life skills like confidence and perseverance.
LPGA Golf 101 & LPGA-USGA Girls Graduation Package with Certificates
“The graduation was held in the Ladies 19th Hole and Grill,” said Coach Lee, “and the course program utilized the putting green, pitching area, driving range and concluded on the golf course.”
After the holidays, Coach Lee is excited about starting with a new group of women, helping them learn the game and sharpen their skills.
l-r: Cynthia Rollerson and Coach Gladys Lee
A PICTURE PERFECT EVENT
Everything was picture perfect as eight gleaming graduates received special, personalized certificates for their achievement. Also among the celebrants was junior golfer E. Leader, who was recognized for 15 hours of dedicated volunteering throughout the six weeks.
Other special prizes were awarded to team winners for a 4-hole scramble, team putts, and team longest drive. Smiles abounded all around during the event and Coach Lee wished everyone a “Happy Thanksgiving.”
THE GOLF CLUB OF DALLAS
Having recently relocated the program, Coach Lee shared the details with her extensive golf network, via email, several weeks ago. “We are no longer at Prairie Lake’s Golf Course in Grand Prairie, Texas. We are now at The Golf Club of Dallas, formally Oak Cliff Country Club.”
l-r: Tesha Shannon and Coach Lee
Philip Bleakney, Head Golf Professional at The Golf Club of Dallas has welcomed both LPGA Golf 101, LPGA-USGA Girls Golf and WSGA Programs.” Certainly, the move is working in favor of Coach Lee’s youth organization, as participation is engaging more individuals at the new address, 2200 W. Redbird Land, Dallas, TX 75232.
Philip Bleakney, Head Golf Pro.
Bleakney has a long history of professional success in the industry. He has served as Guest Host of “Out of Bounds” radio show (Station 105.3) on several occasions and as tournament coordinator and committee member of the Dallas Can Academy Golf. In 2013 he was selected as Golf Professional of the Year when NTPGA Section and Chapters recognized its members and others in the golf community through the NTPGA Awards.
The Golf Club of Dallas is a fantastic location for the LPGA Golf 101, LPGA-USGA Girls Golf activity. It has a tremendous history. What is now the Byron Nelson Classic was held there in the 1950s. Golfing champions like Sam Snead, Julius Boros and Bert Yancey collected trophies there. With legends like this having played the course, the youth whom Coach Lee was introducing to the game must have felt really special to have the opportunity to walk in these footsteps.
Coach Gladys M. Lee
LPGA Professional Teacher & Coach
Founder/Executive Director, Roaring Lambs International Junior Golf Academy
[email protected]
214-212-9475
roaringlambsjrgolf.com
Golf Set-up for Success: Learn to set up consistently based on the natural movements of your body to make your best golf swing (Kindle Edition)
“I wasn’t born with a golf club in my hand, but I was reborn with one.” Charles Calhoun grew up in Summerlee, West Virginia, as a superior high school football athlete, but he was bitten with the golf bug in his early 20s.
Since then, he has been a researcher and teacher of the game of golf. He is based in Orlando, Florida, and has more than 20 years playing golf professionally, teaching and coaching, and authoring golf articles.
A former contestant on the original Golf Channel “The Big Break” reality show, Charles is an in-depth researcher of the golf swing, possessing a fine-tuned knowledge of the body and the swing.
His philosophies are truly revolutionary and unique, because they are based on the natural movements of the body. Once you understand how the joints and muscles work to produce a swing, it’s much easier to create a consistent, repeatable swing that will lower your score.
Charles’ favorite quote is from Einstein: “If you can’t explain it simply, you don’t understand it well enough.”
PGA of America Forms Golf Relief and Assistance Fund
to Aid Disaster Victims Industrywide
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (Nov. 1, 2017) – In response to the recent series of tragic weather events, the PGA of America has announced the formation of the Golf Relief and Assistance Fund, which will help provide relief to individuals in the golf industry who have suffered as a result of a current or future qualified disaster.
The Golf Relief and Assistance Fund was created so the PGA of America and other industry participants can support PGA Members and other golf industry personnel in qualified disaster situations. The PGA launched this fund with a contribution of $250,000. The fund will be administered by the largest community foundation in the world, Silicon Valley Community Foundation, of Mountain View, California.
“We view the Golf Relief and Assistance Fund as a model of how the PGA Member can help show the positive role the PGA plays in the golf industry,” said PGA President Paul Levy. “We look to our Members to help spread the word about the availability of this fund to their fellow PGA Members and to others in golf industry communities who may be in need.”
To either make a tax-deductible contribution to the Golf Relief and Assistance Fund or to apply for assistance, please visit GolfReliefFund.org.
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Amari Avery with Crystal Trophy, Toyota Tour Cup Player of the Year.
Amari Avery has already shattered a number of Tiger Woods’ age group records, including having had the fastest rise in history up the Rolex AJGA rankings into the “Top 10.” Amari was ranked #438 (as of 6/19/17). As of today November 14, 2017, she is ranked #10 and is the youngest member of the Top 10. Amari’s younger sister, 10-year-old Alona, is even better.
ESPN filmed Amari for almost 8 hours earlier this year for her inclusion as “The Second Coming of Tiger Woods” in the planned “Tiger Woods 20-year Anniversary of His The Masters Debut” special but the show got canceled when he pulled out due to injury.
Amari will be on ESPN radio live later today at at 6:20PM EST on ESPN Radio 730AM in Charlotte, NC and ESPN Radio 630AM/95.9FM in Greenville, NC. You can listen live right at the following link: http://bit.ly/ESPN-CharlotteNCListenLive
Amari will make yet another run at the record books in the AJGA Rolex Tournament of Champions taking place at PGA National from 11/18/17 to 11/23/17. The Champions Banquet is on Sunday 11/19/17.
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Some of the world’s best golf courses are in the United States, proving that its inhabitants’ interest in sports goes beyond Nascar, ball games, and UFC. But let us not forget that golf is a sport born overseas – in Scotland, to be exact, which is (no surprise there) the location of the golf course considered to be the best in the world. The US has many great golf courses, of course, ready to cater to any player that might visit them, lest not forget about the golf courses outside it – let us take a look at them today, for a change.
Taboo Muskoka Golf Course, Ontario, Canada
A constant entry to all Canada’s best golf courses lists, voted to make it on the list of Canada’s top golf courses year after year. Located in Gravenhurst, Ontario, Canada, it has a scenic location and great lodging, with most visitors praising the quality of the services and the friendly nature of the personnel.
The Taboo Muskoka Golf Course has 300 acres of terrain surrounded by tall white pines and matured red oaks, giving the course a secluded look and feel. Each hole is located at a 15 minute tee time from the others, making players feel like they are playing a private course. The course is designed by Florida-based golf architect Ron Garl, whose design philosophy is “making golf courses enjoyable, traditional, challenging, and memorable”. He has surely done a great job with Taboo Muskoka Golf Course.
Royal County Down Golf Club, Newcastle, Northern Ireland
The Royal County Down Golf Club occupies a respectable place among the top 10 golf courses in the world, this is probably the reason why it has been home to so many major golf events, like the British Amateur, the Walker Cup, the Irish Open (three times) and the Curtis Cup. Initially designed by Old Tom Morris, many hands have contributed to the excellence of the course over the years – but nature’s work in turning its surroundings into a remarkable scenery is perhaps the most appreciated.
Last year, the Royal County Down Golf Club was chosen the best of the world’s top 100 golf courses, a list compiled by Golf Digest Magazine.
The Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland
The Old Course at St. Andrews, Scotland is a piece of golf history itself, given that it has been a place where golf has been played for six centuries. It is one of the venues that have shaped the way modern-day golf courses look like – most other golf courses in the world either reach out to it for inspiration or refute it. Its layout is brilliant and unique, and strongly weather-dependent, making it a course that has to be played at least once by the dedicated golfer.
History meets excellence in the case of the Old Course – it has hosted the Open Championship a record 29 times over the centuries, including as recently as in 2015.
(November 7, 2017) BELEK, Turkey – It’s a familiar cry that took on new life when Tiger Woods discussed it in a recent podcast.
“We need to do something about the golf ball,” Woods said. “I think it goes too far.”
The modern ball and its distance gains have been debated ad nauseam by Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and the late Arnold Palmer, to name just a few of the prominent critics who contend that the ball needs to be rolled back.
Woods has not been as vocal, but he mentioned it in his most recent book, “The 1997 Masters: My Story,” and again last week on “Holding Court with Geno Auriemma,” a podcast hosted by the legendary Connecticut women’s basketball coach.
But Woods, who intends to return to competition next month after undergoing a fourth back surgery in April, hasn’t been inside the ropes since early February. His criticism runs counter to the thoughts of many of the players who still make their living with the modern solid-core, multi-layered ball.
“I think it’s a terrible idea,” Austrian Bernd Wiesberger, a European Tour Policy Board member, said at the recent Turkish Airlines Open. “Why would we limit us with where technology has brought us? The game has evolved; so has the golf ball.”
If the ball were to go any farther, Wiesberger said, then courses would adapt and add length, which is exactly what has happened in the past two decades.
And that is the crux of the argument for the back-to-the-future crowd: 8,000-yard courses and the corresponding rising cost of maintenance.
In 1997, Woods’ first full year on the PGA Tour, only John Daly averaged more than 300 yards on measured drives, at 302.0. Woods rated a distant second, at 294.8, with the next-closest player at 287.5.
Ten years later, 18 players eclipsed 300 yards, with Bubba Watson leading the way at 315.2.
During the 2017 season, Rory McIlroy led at 317.2, but 43 players – nearly a fourth of the Tour – averaged 300-plus yards.
Gains in recent years on the European Tour, which often competes in cooler weather, have been similar although not quite as robust.
Read more by By Alex Miceli at MorningRead.com
Pro-Duffers Day was celebrated in Orlando, Fla., Saturday, November 4, 2017. This event was previously scheduled for September but was postponed due to Hurricane Maria, which gave the city a pretty good wallop. 
Per Norris Horton, President of the Orlando Pro-Duffers organization, Pro-Duffers “Junior Golf Day is a longstanding tradition which celebrates the Founders of the National Pro-Duffers organization and also provides an opportunity for youngsters in selected cities who have not yet been exposed to the game of golf the opportunity to get a beginning golf lesson courtesy of their local Pro-Duffers organization.”
“Our commitment is to junior golf. We are here to start an initiation of introducing new students to golf today. This is to encourage young minorities to get involved in golf and that is one of our objectives—to get them involved and follow them through and give them support, not only physically, but financially also, because we realize that a lot of minority golfers do not have the support,” says Pro-Duffers Orlando President Norris Horton says.
Norris Horton, President, Pro-Duffers Orlando
The Pro-Duffers Orlando group gives area golfers the opportunity to play organized golf twice weekly at first class golf courses in the Orlando and greater Orlando areas. Additionally, two outings are held by the national Pro-Duffers Organization at various golf venues in the United States. Tee-Lo Junior Golf hosted “Pro Duffers-Day” at its newly opened facility for the Pro-Duffers Orlando organization. Tee-Lo Junior Golf is the Charity organization of choice for Pro-Duffers in the Orlando area, one of 14 Pro-Duffers chapters in the United States.
Robert Biggers, Director of Tee-Lo Golf
Robert Biggers is the Director of Tee-Lo Golf and is an active member of the Orlando Pro-Duffers group. Pro-Duffers Orlando was organized in 2008 and was sanctioned as a chapter in good standing with the national Pro Duffers organization in 2009. Biggers held the class for beginning golfers and provided lessons on etiquette and safety. The new facility consists of 3-holes, 2 tee boxes, a putting green, artificial grass, and a trailer that will be completely renovated as a clubhouse. Over $150,000 was donated by the Wadsworth Foundation that was used to build the training facility. “Over the next five years, I see us as being a place where kids who don’t have golf teams, or in schools or churches will have a chance to come and train.” Biggers also hopes the facility will become a model for other organizations as to how to successfully build a golf training facility.
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This year’s event was held at the new Tee-Lo Golf Training Facility on Curry Ford Road in East Orlando. Tee-Lo Golf has been in operation for 18 years and offers juniors, ages 7-17, the opportunity to learn the game of golf without cost, receive quality instruction from the Rick McCord Golf Academy, and provides life lessons which will carry its students well beyond their youth.
Ellis Reynolds, Pro-Duffers Orlando
The new Tee-Lo facility is a first class junior Golf teaching venue built on land donated by The New Beginnings Church at 8287 Curry Ford Rd. Orlando, Florida. Support to Tee-Lo Golf to build its facility was provided through the Wadsworth Foundation, organizations like Pro Duffers Orlando and other local contributors.
The purpose of the National Pro Duffers organization is to promote and encourage a greater interest by its chapters, members and the public in the game of golf and related social, civic, and charitable activities. Pro Duffers Orlando’s effort in helping to advance the mission of the National organization is realized through its partnership with Tee-Lo Golf.
Otis Windham Jr. Travel Writer. African American Golfer’s Digest Interviews with Norris Horton, President Pro-Duffers Orlando Ellis Reynolds, Pro-Duffers Orlando Robert Biggers, Tee-Lo Golf
Great Holiday Gifts
Coooool Golfing Santa has done it again! Here are some of what we consider to be the neatest gifts for this holiday season. Take a look, click through, and give a really cool gift this year!
BrothaGolf– Delight your golfer with gear from BrothaGolf, the only apparel brand committed to understanding the unique style and cultural influences of the black golf enthusiast. Put some swag under the tree for the Brotha Golfer in your life who is “Changing The Course.” Apparel sizes from M-3XL. Prices vary starting at $19.98.
PUMA Golf TITANTOUR IGNITE Disc Shoes – Special Edition, provides more energy return, responsive feel, added cushioning and superior step-in comfort. The shoes feature a revolutionary Ignite foam which provides more energy return, responsive comfort and stable cushioning. Skip the lace-tying and effortlessly slip into these full-grain leather shoes. Power through the golf swing with full stability. Plus a disc closure system that is so simple to use and makes life much easier when changing. $200
Swing Coach Club training aid provides vital instant visual feedback after each swing. Users can develop a repeatable swing, gaining better shots lower scores. Expect to get better accuracy with your shots and greater distance. Use it to train all parts of your swing: Backswing, transition to impact and follow through. Each swing movement is enhanced greatly by Swing Coach.
The SodaStream Fizzi – Starter Kit is a beautifully crafted unit that turns water into sparkling water in just seconds! It is designed to capture the essence of SodaStream’s original machines while incorporating a new slimmer design to fit beautifully in any modern day kitchen. Dimensions: 6.25″w 17.2″h 10.5”d. Starter Kit Contents: Fizzi Sparkling Water Maker, 60L CO2 Cylinder (makes up to 60L of sparkling water)
2 Reusable Glass Carafes with Fizz-Preserving Cap. 2-year warranty. MSRP $179.99
Sound Caddy Bluetooth Speakers are built to look like a regular golf club head, these speakers are Bluetooth-enabled and, the world’s first golf club speaker. In the form of a driver, it’s inconspicuous and easily put it in their golf bag with no added inconvenience. It’s not distracting and easily fits into the natural surroundings of a golf cart and golf bag.speakers.
Noturi Athletics Group LLC. The line of athletic wear that looks as good as it feels. Designed for those who seek a life of adventure and excellence, the high-quality performance apparel ignites an appreciation for bodily excellence while motivating athletes at any skill level to perform at their best, potentially aiding in helping you “TAP YOUR POWER.” The clothing line is sleek with a contemporary look and appeal, perfect for athletes, trainers, performance artists and professionals.
“Taking Off” Golf Platform a perfect gift for golfers (youth and adults) of all skill levels who wish to practice on all aspects of their game, anywhere, anytime. Lightweight and convenient to carry, the patented platform is designed to provide golfers with a visual picture of the golf p taking off (similar to an airplane) after being hit with a driver or iron. Includes measuring rod, instructions and online video tutorial. Available in brown or white. $15.00 + S/H. Patent and trademark holder Garvis Leak, 2017 Inventor of the Year by African American Golfer’s Digest.
Musty Putters are some of the most beautiful putters around–Classy, elegant, smooth to the touch. These custom wood putters are high-end with a superior feel and the legendary forgiveness. Each is customized to fit the height/putting style, so different lengths, lie, and lofts are available. Natural tins of exotic woods used for these one-of-a-kind putters. Comes with a Lifetime warranty. MSRP: $250+
Ballpark Blueprints are a marvelous way for sports fans to bring distinctive museum-quality art into any room of your home or office. 90 magnificent venues are offered in print or canvas with custom framing options. A portion of all proceeds from the Lions Municipal Golf Course design goes to the SaveMUNY Campaign, dedicated to saving the course from development and preserving its civil rights history, urban green space, and golf legacy. Prices $60+. Sizes: 12”x16” to 24.5”x30.5”.
Capture all of your golf trip photos with the Epson Expression Home XP-440. The Wireless Color Photo Printer with Scanner and Copier is brilliantly designed, simple to set up and navigate. The entry-level, low-volume AIO printer is meant for low usage. It has a large, hi-res 2.7″ color LCD that makes it a breeze to easily handle any of your office or personal print needs. It’s a complete wireless solution and capable to print, copy and scan documents.
Kansas City Steak Company helps you to give friends, family or business colleagues the perfect, tasty gift. Consider Hickory Smoked Whole Turkey, Filet Mignon & Crab Cakes or Rack of Lamb. For over 80 years, they’ve been dedicated to delicious, quality meats, superior seafood and other foods at a fantastic value. Join discriminating connoisseurs nationwide by giving KCSC Gift Cards and Signature Gift Boxes. Customers also enjoy exclusive offers and seasonal specials.
HackersRx is known as “the simplest golf training tool ever” and it’s on a mission to greatly improve players alignment process. The portable teaching and training unit is small and collapsible. It is easy to fit into the side pocket of a golf bag and to take with you to any course or location. Used by PGA and LPGA professionals and armatures alike, including Bill Harmon, PGA Tour and teaching professional who says that, “HackersRx is the simplest training tool ever and a must in your golf bag no matter your level.”
Cameron Hughes Wine — Extraordinary Holiday Gifts. The mission is simple: They buy the best possible wine for the best possible price and pass these savings on to consumers. THE SPLURGE + CHOCOLATE Gift (pictured) is a delectable assortment of 9 gourmet artisan chocolates paired with six bottles of our pinnacle Napa Valley Cabernet. Treat a special someone to a decadent experience they won’t forget! $198
Vellabox high-quality artisan candles are delivered monthly right to you (or your special someone’s) door. With Vellabox your senses will awaken. Each candle is curated with a perfect combination of the highest quality handpicked products. Non-toxic, lead-free, hand poured, from the best companies in the country. Subscriptions available at $10-$30, in 3, 6 or 12-month options.
TomTom Golfer GPS helps you stay informed while playing and gives you vital information about every inch of the course. A one-button control makes it a breeze to navigate through menus and the extra-large display makes everything readable: green distance, hazards, remaining yards to the dogleg. In the green view, you will see accurate yardages to the front, center, and back of the green. MSRP: $199.99
Gratitude Journal For Golfers will delight golfers with inspiring messages in a convenient pocket-sized book. Written by Mertiss (Jay) Thompson, Founder/CEO, The Winning Edge Academy, the book engages players with the elements of their inner selves and of the game— mental, physical and emotional. Beautifully designed and layed-out, monthly calendars cover a complete calendar year, January to December, giving golfers generous space in which to include their personal entries (on printed blank lines) and easily document their daily golf journey throughout the year. To order, email the author at [email protected] or call 206-856-8476.
Power Plate offers a unique solution for golfers of any age, or ability, to quickly improve their flexibility, range of motion, stability, and balance. Power Plate, the gold standard in whole body vibration technology, used by some of the best athletes in the world, including many professional golfers. The secret is its vibrating surface which triggers immediate contractions of your stabilizing muscles 25 to 50 times every second, resulting in positive improvements in balance, flexibility, coordination, and strength. $ Prices vary.
The Precision Pro GPS Golf Band is packed with features. 35,000 courses preloaded, to ensure you’re ready to go on the first tee with auto advancement features that move from hole to hole automatically, as you play; see actual distances to water hazards and other hazards while measuring just how far you need to hit each club along the way. MSRP: $175
Tail Activewear clothing line includes nearly every piece that ladies will need for playing with confidence while looking good on the golf course. The exciting line boasts fabulous pants, skirts, polos, shorts, dresses, and other items to satisfy your activewear needs. Each item is carefully constructed for a sleek, modern fit and many are made with bi-stretch materials and have UPF45+ Sun Protection incorporated, rated UPF 40+ to block approximately 98% of harmful UV rays. MSRP: $75+
Game Golf Live is the #1 wearable device that tracks and displays your golf game in real time. This really gives you an advantage and the intelligence you need to make smart decisions on the course. Records as you play every shot. Each shot is tracked as you hit it and it all happens in the background of the application, so you can stay focused on your game. You will actually see your progress, from tee-to-green, as stats are collected. You can share you progress with friends, family and followers on social media. Or, take it to another level and share your game stats with your golf coach. MSRP: $199+
Titleist 917 fairways provide more distance and forgiveness with the most precise adjustability available to dedicated golfers of all skill levels. Designed using new, patented Active Recoil Channel 2.0 and SureFit CG technology, the result is an uncompromising combination of distance, forgiveness and trajectory control with tour-preferred looks, sound and feel. Optimized head shapes and structures, designed to produce specific acoustic frequencies, deliver a tour-inspired sound and feel that the world’s best players demand.
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Big Max Auto Fold FF push cart is completely foldable. The entire process takes less than 30 seconds. The Big Max Autofold FF (stands for fold flat) does just that, it completely folds down to a flat size of 4.9” deep. height adjustable handle, easy to maneuver right footbrake, a handy-dandy storage compartment in the main console, removable wheels for storage, and best of all you will find that the base is adjustable to easily accommodate various-sized golf bags (from stand bags to Tour bags). MSRP: $299.99
Chrome Soft Golf Ballby Callaway. This ball is specifically designed for a Tour Proven performance with exceptional feel. The 4-piece construction and Dual SoftFast Core provide higher ball speeds and optimal spin rates to maximize performance through the bag. An excellent ball, at a great value. Offers good control across the green and for gaining distance off the tee. MSRP: $39.00 dozen
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Craig Bowen (far right) celebrates his Southern University Sports Hall of Fame Induction with his mother, Gwen Bowen, and friend, Demonty Price.
(BATON ROUGE, LA) – The Southern University Sports Hall of Fame Induction ceremony added 22 new members to its roster on Friday, November 3, 2017, at a grand affair held at the Belle of Baton Rouge in Baton Rouge, LA. Among the honorees joining the distinctive Class of 2017 was Craig Bowen, Head Men’s Golf Coach at Chicago State University. Bowen is a Certified PGA Instructor with a wealth of knowledge in leading, instructing and coaching individual golfers and teams, building academic golf programs and working with golf diversity initiatives. Bowen graduated from Southern University in Baton Rouge, LA, where he was a member of the two-time conference championship golf team. Bowen has more than 32 years of industry experience and is the new President of the Black Golf Coaches Association.
SUSHOF Inductee Craig Bowen (center) is flanked by his son, Brockton and daughter, Britten.
“It feels wonderful to be honored based on my after-college contribution. My work in the game of golf has been a tireless fight to make certain our young golfers have a place to play,” said Bowen when interviewed by this publication.
Among his many other citations and recognitions, Bowen is a recipient of the Outstanding Leader in Golf Award (2013) and, Top African American Golf Instructor (2014) both presented by the African American Golfer’s Digest. Bowen is also an inductee into the African American Golfers Hall of Fame (West Palm Beach, Fla.) and, served as Associate Producer for the documentary “Uneven Fairways”, the story of African American golfers, produced by Moxie Pictures and featuring Samuel L. Jackson and Tiger Woods. Bowen also worked as a chief researcher for the book “Uneven Lies”, a book on African American golf history written by Pete McDaniel.
During a passionate acceptance speech, Bowen greeted and thanked his alma matar—the Jaguar Nation—and gave thanks to his teammates, former coach, and family. In recounting his college years and the strong admonishment of his father, Bowen said, “The best thing he ever did for me as a young man was to make me learn how to persevere and endure.” Listen to Bowen”s acceptance speech.
The entire Class of 2017 honorees into the Southern University Sports Hall of Fame includes:
- D. Barnes (Tennis)
- Al Barron (Football) Honorary Member
- Alex Bookter (Track & Field)
- Craig B. Bowen (Golf)
- Derrick Calvin (Baseball)
- Johnny Duncan (Track)
- Dr. Janita M. Edwards (Golf)
- Jeffrey Faulkner (Football)
- Ignatius Eguabor (Tennis)
- Brian M. Johnson (Track/Basketball)
- Rick Mason (Football/Track)
- Greta Lynn Myles (Golf}
- Solomon J. Ona (Tennis)
- Adekoya Olagbegi (Tennis)
- Leon Rhodes (Golf)
- Melvin Robinson (Honorary Member)
- Dr. David Ponton (Basketball)
- Gregory Thompson (Track)
- Albert Turner (Football/Track)
- Pepsi Underwood (Track)
- Kaisha Weeks (Track)
- Woody Woodruff (Football)
Craig Bowen gives his acceptance speech during the Southern University Sports Hall of Fame Induction.
The Southern University Sports Hall of Fame’s (SUSHOF) is a non-profit organization committed to recognizing the outstanding achievements or service to SU Sports. Its mission is to preserve the University’s athletic history, honor excellence within the game of athletics and promote its values.
The SUSHOF is an educational repository dedicated to honoring outstanding athletes and teams for their athletic performance, leadership, and team contributions while students at Southern University and A&M College.
The SUSHOF recognizes the timeless intertwining of sports into the fabric of everyday life. SUSHOF is devoted to honoring those persons, organizations, and events that have made outstanding contributions through inspiring achievement in both professional and amateur sports, while forever enriching the memories of fans of the Jaguar Nation.
Through its mission, SUSHOF is committed to: *Enshrine athletes, pioneers and contributors of Southern University’s rich sports history. Through enshrinement, honoring those individuals who had exceptional careers as participants, coaches, managers, and supporters. *Honoring organizations prominent in the Louisiana area for contributions to professional or amateur sports. *Exhibiting commemorative plaques of inductees located inside of the A.W. Mumford Fieldhouse on the campus of Southern University.
*Sponsoring an annual banquet for the purpose of honoring new inductees and recognizing the past enshrinees into the Southern University Sports Hall of Fame. *Identifying those long-standing establishments that have served to enhance the sporting experience for fans. *Commemorating defining moments in the history of Southern University and A&M College athletics. *Maintaining fiscal integrity and accountability as an organization.
- USHOF Commissioners
- Charlie B. Granger, Chairman
- Robert Bennett, Co-Chair
- George Williams, Ph.D., Recording Secretary/Treasurer
- Roman Banks, Southern University and A&M College Athletic Director
- Dana Carpenter, Ph.D.
- Matthew Dorsett
- Jubilee Dunbar
- Everett Gibson, Ph.D.
- Barbara Granger
- Angela V. Proctor
- Carmencita Williams
- Carolyn Williams
For more information on the Southern University Sports Hall of Fame call (225) 771-2773.
Frenched Bone-In Rib Eye — In the tradition of fine restaurants, this steak is ounces of unsurpassed heartine.
Kansas City Steak Company is dedicated to delicious steaks and dates back to 1932, when they started as a small, family-owned butcher shop named S&S Meat Company. Kansas City was a boomtown then, invigorated by the business of the livestock exchange and stockyards.
Today, the company has grown large, but the quality is still maintained, offering only the finest meats and other foods at a fantastic value. As the decades passed, the company evolved into The Kansas City Steak Company—a top distributor bringing superior, all-American steaks to discriminating connoisseurs nationwide.
Kansas City Strip and North Atlantic Lobster Tails
Imagine, throwing a sports party, birthday bash, celebrating an anniversary or wedding with friends and having a delicious meal.
Kansas City Steak Company also offers Combo Meals, Monthly Gift Clubs, sides, and extras.
Gift Cards and Signature Gift Boxes are available along with exclusive offers, promotions, and seasonal specials. There is even a special Sale section online to temp you even more!
NEVER DISAPPOINTED
Ordering is convenient through a Virtual Catalog, and items are sortable by price, $50-$200. The website is easy to navigate with the chat feature helps you with any questions. The company has even put to gather a Package Video that provides you with all you need to know for deliveries.
Wild-Caught Sockeye Salmon—one of the most intense, flavorful filets you will ever experience with its deep red-orange color and firm texture.
Each order comes with cooking instructions, menu ideas and recipes to assure you have all you need for a delicious experience.
WIDE SELECTION OF PRODUCTS
Kansas City Steak Company hits the mark for impressing guests while delivering on quality with a wide selection of products:
STEAKS
Filet Mignon
Kansas City Strip
Ribeye
Porterhouse
Top Sirloin
T-Bone
Steakburgers
Tips and Medallions
Prime Rib
BEEF
Beef Tenderloin Chateaubriand
USDA Prime Private Stock® Tenderloin Chateaubriand
PRIME RIB
Prime Rib Roast
USDA Prime Private Stock® Prime Rib Roast
HAMS
Bone-In
Boneless Hickory Smoked Ham
TURKEY
Hickory Smoked Whole Turkey
Herb Roasted Whole Turkey
Boneless Turkey Breast
CHICKEN
Chicken Spiedini
Chicken Breasts
Chicken Wellington
LAMB
Rack of Lamb
Leg of Lamb
PORK CHOPS
Berkshire
Bacon Wrapped
Bone-In
Boneless Hickory Smoked Ham
TURKEY
Hickory Smoked Whole Turkey
Herb Roas
ted Whole Turkey
Boneless Turkey Breast
SEAFOOD
Super Trimmed™ Filet & Lobster Tails
Kansas City Strip & Lobster Tails
Super Trimmed™ Filet Mignon & Crab Cakes
LOBSTER
Tails
Wellington
Lobster Loaded Potatoes
Mac and Cheese
SALMON
Sockeye
Smoked
For over 80 years, Kansas City Steak Company has remained committed to quality and take seriously their responsibility to deliver only the best.