Selina Johnson
Selina Johnson is the Founder/President /CEO of the Hollywood Golf Institute. She is a native Detroiter and mother of two, Jamila & Norris. Johnson motivates youth by changing their climate of thinking through GOLF.
The Hollywood Golf Institute was founded in 1980 and incorporated in 1984 in Detroit, Michigan. It is a non-profit organization, whose mission is to introduce urban, minority youth to the sport of golf and its inherent aspects for discipline, patience, goal setting, personal achievement, communication and networking with fellow golfers. “Our goals is to utilize golf as an alternative educational opportunity for boys and girls, says Johnson.”
Johnson piloted her youth golfing program by implementing it principles on her daughter. As a result, Jamila attended college on a full scholarship at Jackson State University. Johnson’s love for children and the desire to see them have equal education opportunities, has allowed many metropolitan youth to compete in golf tournaments across the country, as well as obtain scholarships. Johnson and The Hollywood Golf Institute have gained national and international acclaim for their dedication to providing golf education and knowledge of the game to youth ages 4-17, as well as college students.
Today, Johnson’s students compete at local, national, and collegiate levels. Over 26 colleges are scouting the program. Johnson and the Hollywood Golf Institute have inspired over 5,000 students with life learning skills. The program has developed and hosted remarkable golf workshops and camps for participants as young as three years old. “It is my relationship with the parents of my students and my hard working devoted staff that has made my program successful,” says Johnson. To date her program has provided golf education to over 100 Detroit area schools. Johnson has continued to embody the ideas of patience, perseverance, and great imagination.
Her most notable round for golf was with comedian Bob Hope, along with television appearances with PGA Tour members, Calvin Peete, Lee Elder, Arnold Palmer, and Curtis Strange. In addition, the children of Detroit, will never forget the HGI Clinic featuring Tiger Woods.
LISTEN TO SELINA JOHNSON’S ORIGINAL SONG: “I Come To Play”
Selina Johnson
Through her hard and dedication, Johnson is the proud recipient of the Michigan Chronicle’s Women of Excellence (2014), Michigan African American Hall of Fall (1997), The African American Golfer’s Digest Outstanding Leaders In Golf Award (2008), The African American’s Hall of Fame (2005), The Budget Rent-A-Car Coaches Award- National Women’s Sports Foundation, PGA Tour Card Walker Award, The Cool Achievers Award, The Jefferson Award, The Coalition of 100 Women in Sports Award, Hartford B.C. Sports Woman of the Year Award, Former Detroit Mayor Dennis Archer’s Outstanding Achievement Award and the KEY to the City (Kansas City, Missouri) Juneteenth Celebration Award. Johnson is a member of Christian Temple B.C. When asked who the inspiration in life is, she responded, “My family has played a significant role, but my truth and light is God”.
Johnson is especially praised for her original song:
“I Come To Play.” Watch VIDEO Below
Through the influence of a very good friend Robert B. Barnes was introduced to the game of golf. That good friend just so happened to be PGA Professional Paul E. Blockoms. Barnes had expressed an interest in learning more about the game and Blockoms, a refined golf coach and educator, was more than willing to help him. After a few rounds and guided lessons, the Chicago-born Barnes was hooked. 
“Golf has proven to be a relaxing—but yet a challenging activity for me, in more ways than one,” says the 53-year-old, 6’1” golfer whose wife Kimberly is a vigilant spectator of the game. Motivated by knowing that he is playing at his best, but can always play better, is what keeps Barnes coming back for more,
The Two Seaters Golf Club engages its members with a host of activities and it was Barnes who orchestrated the organization’s weekend travel for 4 years, building strong golfing relationships all along the way. Barnes also spearheaded the group’s very popular Annual Club Picnic, creating a great way for members to socialize away from the golf course. All of these programs, says Barnes, “gave me great pleasure, as they all brought me closer to the wonderful game of golf!
Barnes, who specializes in grilling good-tasting BBQ, has earned the moniker “GRILL MASTER!” And he hopes to one day open a restaurant called none other than, Robz Ribz! His most admired golfer is “Freddie Couples because he has a swing that can be duplicated by average golfers.”
Keeping Up Appearances!
Lloyd J. Duggan Jr. was born in Brooklyn, New York, the most populous borough of New York City and the heartbeat of fast-paced urban American life. But nowadays, the ambitious professional enjoys a more serene lifestyle as a resident in beautiful Middletown, Connecticut.
When he is not working long hours doing research, entertaining clients, developing content, or brand management, you can find Duggan teeing-up on a golf course about 2-3 times per week. 
