The Advocates Professional Golf Association (APGA) Tour has reached an exciting milestone, announcing that a record seven players have advanced to the second stage of PGA TOUR Q-School, marking a historic achievement for the organization. The golfers — Kevin Hall, Gregory Odom Jr., Marcus Byrd, Willie Mack III, Brian Ohr, Kieron Van Wyk, and Luis Gagne — continue to demonstrate the growing talent and impact of the APGA Tour on professional golf.
Founded in 2010, the APGA Tour was created to bring greater diversity to the game of golf by providing competitive opportunities, mentorship, and career development for minority golfers. The Tour also focuses on player and community development through initiatives that address inequalities in the sport and promote inclusion across all levels of play.
APGA Co-Founder and Board Chairman Ken Bentley praised the group’s accomplishment, emphasizing how this moment reflects the Tour’s mission and progress.
“Our guys will represent and tee off on this stage starting December 2nd,” Bentley said. “This continues to solidify the goal of the APGA — to create opportunities and support those golfers who might not have gotten that chance previously.”
As the seven competitors prepare to take their next step toward the PGA TOUR, the APGA celebrates not only their achievements but also the larger vision of building pathways for underrepresented players in professional golf.
Supporters and fans are encouraged to help sustain this mission by donating to the APGA Tour and continuing to make an impact in the advancement of equity and opportunity in golf. To learn more or make a donation visit http://www.apgatour.org/
