Herschel Caldwell – Minority Golf Magazine

“Swinging for Equality: Women in Golf Making Strides On and Off the Course”

August 12, 2024August 15, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

(Her personal story): Jillian is the Founder of LEGS® – The Ladies Executive Golf Society, an organization that aims to empower women on and off the golf course. LEGS curates female-friendly events that cultivate strong business connections, build golf confidence, and inspire women to rewrite the script and reach their potential. Jillian has been recognized as Jacksonville’s Chamber Professional Business Woman of the Year and Jacksonville Magazine’s Outstanding Volunteer. She spends her time passionately elevating the women around her, with a vision of growing the collective of female leaders on and off the golf course. LEGS® has served nearly 7,000… Read More »

Ode to Chi Chi Rodriguez 1936-2024. May he rest in eternal peace.

August 9, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

This article is a direct reprint of an article first published in 1998 and written by then Senior Editor Minority Golf Magazine, Dana Butler. When asked for his thoughts on the occasion of a very early tee time, Chi Chi Rodriguez says “I love it. I like everything. And I love everybody.” Chi Chi Rodriguez Has Learned the Secret of Eternal Youth: “Life Is Fun” The poverty of his youth always fed the hunger in his drive to succeed on the professional golf circuit. He’s instantly recognizable with his Panama hat and his swashbuckling mannerisms. He’s one of the greats,… Read More »

Congratulations to our Section Of The Year Award Winner: Mackenzie Mack, Black American LPGA Professional

August 7, 2024August 7, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Professionals membership has selected the recipients of the annual section Teacher, Professional, Coach and Junior Golf Leadership awards. Each of the xix sections of the LPGA Professionals – Central, Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, Western, and International – winners are selected by the Section Officers and Section Nominating Committee chair annually in each of the four categories. The LPGA Executive Committee will select the overall national award winner in each category from among the section award winners. The national winner will be announced in the coming weeks. (LPGA) Mackenzie Mack is a name that stands out… Read More »

Congratulations to our Section Of The Year Award Winner. Junior Leader Black American LPGA Professional Ashaunta Epps

August 7, 2024August 7, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Professionals membership has selected the recipients of the annual section Teacher, Professional, Coach and Junior Golf Leadership awards. Each of the xix sections of the LPGA Professionals – Central, Midwest, Northeast, Southeast, Western, and International – winners are selected by the Section Officers and Section Nominating Committee chair annually in each of the four categories. The LPGA Executive Committee will select the overall national award winner in each category from among the section award winners. The national winner will be announced in the coming weeks. (LPGA) Ashaunta Epps’s name resonates with passion, dedication, and… Read More »

INTERNATIONAL GOLF FEDERATION, FRENCH GOLF FEDERATION AND SWISS GOLF FEDERATION BECOME SIGNATORIES OF SPORTS FOR NATURE FRAMEWORK

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, FRANCE (Tuesday, 23 July 2024) – On Tuesday at Le Golf National, the host venue of the Paris 2024 Olympic golf competitions, the International Golf Federation (IGF), the French Golf Federation and the Swiss Golf Federation became signatories of the Sports for Nature Framework. Sports for Nature is a joint initiative of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), International Olympic Committee (IOC), United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy. Sports for Nature aims to deliver transformative action for nature across sports, by 2030 and beyond, enabling sports… Read More »

USGA OFFICIALLY OPENS GOLF HOUSE PINEHURST

August 2, 2024August 2, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

Story from USGA Media Communications. Contact: Janeen Driscoll USGA Communications 910-690-9711 jdriscoll@usga.org Recently, the United States Golf Association (USGA) officially opened Golf House Pinehurst, its seven-acre campus located footsteps from the Pinehurst Resort & Country Club main clubhouse. The new location includes the organization’s equipment-testing and research facility, the visitor-friendly USGA Experience, an outdoor educational landscape feature and the recently relocated World Golf Hall of Fame, as well as administrative offices. “When I joined the USGA, I shared with our internal teammates that while the USGA will always celebrate history, we’re not going to be afraid to make some…. Read More »

Michelle Wie Steps Aside But Her Presence And Impact On Women’s Professional Golf Remains.

May 12, 2024May 12, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

Born on October 11, 1989, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Wie turned professional at the young age of 15 and quickly made a name for herself in the golf world. Throughout her career, Wie has achieved numerous accomplishments. She won her first LPGA Tour event in 2009 at the Lorena Ochoa Invitational. Wie also won the U.S. Women’s Open in 2014, which was a significant milestone in her career. She has represented the United States in international competitions, including the Solheim Cup. Despite her success on the golf course, Wie has faced challenges, including injuries that have impacted her performance. In recent… Read More »

Dominance of Asian Women Golfers Continues With New Stars Every Year

May 12, 2024May 12, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

Women’s professional golf in Asia has seen a significant rise in popularity and success in recent years. With players like Ayaka Furue, Hinako Shibuno, and Yuka Saso making waves on the international stage, Asian women golfers are proving to be a force the LPGA Tour will be reckoned with. One of the most notable players in Asian women’s golf is Ayaka Furue. Hailing from Japan, Furue quickly made a name for herself with her impressive skills on the course. Her dedication to the sport and natural talent have helped her succeed in various tournaments in Asia and worldwide. Asian women golfers, including… Read More »

Minority Golf Magazine at The Players Championship, the fifth major?

March 14, 2024March 14, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

The quality of the field year after year, the difficulty of the course, the history of the competition, the place on the yearly PGA Tour schedule–all point to serious consideration of the tournament being called the “Fifth Men’s Professional Golf Major”. The subject of The Players becoming the fifth major comes up annually and fervently. However, many top professionals look on The Players as a uniquely private “professional players only” experience with narrow entry and minimized participation (not owing to the open championships where anyone has a chance to qualify regardless of status or professional achievement. The exception to this,… Read More »

2024 African American Golf Hall Of Fame : Complete news release written and provided by www.africanamericangolfershalloffame.com

March 5, 2024March 17, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

African-American golfers Hall of Fame & African-American collegiate and Youth golfers Hall of Fame celebration and Youth golfers Hall of Fame celebration. P.O.Box 10572, Riviera Beach, FL 33419 Tel: 561-844-8774 Fax 561-284-6492 The 2024 Hall of Fame Class. Riviera Beach, FL. January 19. 20. 24.-The 20th Annual African American Golf Hall of Fame Leadership Conference Golf Skills Camp. And Tournament Reception, Awards Dinner Celebration, Auction, and 14th African American Collegiate and Youth Golfers Hall of Fame. Hosted by Inner City Youth Golfers Incorporated. Will be held in Palm Beach County, Florida during the period May 23-27, 2024. The… Read More »