Feature Articles – Page 5 – Minority Golf Magazine

RTJ Golf Trail at Silver Lakes, Gasden, Alabama

From the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail to Gulf Shores: Discover Alabama’s Hidden Winter Golf Treasures.”

October 31, 2023January 27, 2025Herschel Caldwell0

Alabama, often celebrated for its rich history and vibrant culture, transforms into a golfer’s paradise during winter. Alabama’s mild winter climate offers an inviting escape for golf enthusiasts eager to keep their game sharp year-round. You’ll find an impressive array of golf courses, from the rolling hills of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail to the coastal beauty of Gulf Shores. Each course presents unique challenges and breathtaking scenery, making Alabama a must-visit destination for golfers seeking an escape from the winter. Alabama provides ideal playing conditions and allows golfers to experience the state’s warm hospitality and diverse attractions. Southern… Read More »

Sahith Theegala wins the Fortinet Championship for his first PGA Tour win!

September 19, 2023September 19, 2023Herschel Caldwell0

Sahith Theegala is a rising star in the world of professional golf. He was born on January 15, 1997, in Orange, California. Minority Golf Magazine talked with Theegala at the WM Phoenix Open and again at the Players Championship. Both times, we came away knowing that it was not just a possibility but a profound probability that the 25-year-old would win his first PGA Tour tournament against a strong field that included Major winners and multiple champions. Theegala began playing golf at a young age and quickly showed promise. After attending Pepperdine University where he played college golf and achieved… Read More »

A Golf Writer’s Travel Adventure Through Old South Mississippi

June 21, 2023November 1, 2023Herschel Caldwell0

Post pandemic golf travel has never been more accessible and memorable, golf in Mississippi is a year-round treasure of joyful golf experiences. Recently I had the pleasure of visiting one of the premier destinations for an optimal golfing experience. This adventure was particularly important for me. Mass media narratives had long described the social overtones and political arena of this area in ways that would give minority golfers pause when considering golf excursions to five-star resorts that had historically catered solely to the majority culture. As a publication whose readers are primarily people of color, I was concerned about the reception… Read More »

Kamaiu Johnson Delivers Final Round 61 To Take APGA At ATPC Scottsdale Title

May 12, 2023May 12, 2023Herschel Caldwell0

This is reprinted by permission: ed. CONTACT: Steve Griffith, sgriffith@viziongroup.net, 484 433 7757 – Office – 610 640 2831 SCOTTSDALE, AZ. (May 9, 2023) Kamaiu Johnson, the longtime APGA Tour star and PGA TOUR Latinoamerica competitor, fired a sizzling, 10-under par 61 to run away from the field for the APGA at TPC Scottsdale victory Tuesday afternoon. Johnson’s 61 is the lowest score in APGA Tour history and it ties the Champions Course record at the 7,115-yard, par 71 TPC Scottsdale layout. One of the APGA Tour’s most prominent players, Johnson earned status on PGA TOUR Latinamerica last year and… Read More »

The Louisiana Audubon Golf Trail warmly welcomes the readers of Minority Golf Magazine – part two

April 5, 2023Herschel Caldwell0

The southern part of the Louisiana Audubon Golf Trail is home to some of the most breathtaking distilleries, breweries, wineries, and golf courses in the United States. This region is known for its rich history and delicious cuisine. Did someone mention “spirits”? Should your trip begin in New Orleans, then a tour of the NOLA Distillery is simply a must: Nola Distillery, located in the heart of New Orleans, is a craft distillery dedicated to producing high-quality spirits using locally sourced ingredients. Founded by Jonathan and Lindsay Forester in 2015, Nola Distillery has quickly become a staple in the city’s… Read More »

Andy Walker has been named recipient of the inaugural Black College Golf Coaches Association (BCGCA) Coach of the Year award.

September 30, 2022January 3, 2024Herschel Caldwell0

Walker, a longtime golf professional and premier golf instructor, is no stranger to advocating for all youth, and historically Black youth, in a field where opportunities for inclusion and status have been difficult to attain. A 1998 graduate of Pepperdine University, Walker is believed to have been of the two first African Americans to play on an NCAA Division 1 Men’s Golf Championship team. In 1997 he won the NCAA National Championship at Pepperdine, and was later inducted into the Pepperdine Sports Hall of Fame. Walker’s golf prowess goes back many years, as it was 25 years ago when MGM… Read More »

The 2022 African American Golf Expo August 27-31, 2022, Charlotte, NC.

July 31, 2022August 1, 2022Charlene Wiliams0

African American Golf Expo Committee member Arnett Gill stated, “The African American Golf Expo and Forum yield all people, especially people of color an opportunity to learn about the cultural impact of African American Golf, to explore the immersive and interactive exhibits that pertain to the rich history of golf and possibly see priceless artifacts from our history.” Chief of Staff for Jim Beatty Golf Ventures, Charlene Williams, stated,” I remember walking with Jim and sitting in on several interviews as well as taking notes during our visit to the PGA Merchandise Show before COVID. Neither of us was pleased… Read More »

Perseverance, and Practice Propels Tony Finau to the winners’ circle at the 3M Open.

July 25, 2022July 25, 2022Herschel Caldwell0

Practice, Practice, Practice, these words are the call of any person who seeks to win, and few understand this principle more than Tony Finau. Professional golfers understand this principle better than most, in my view. There are reports that Tiger Woods would hit over 500 balls every day, then spend hours on his short game. Considering Tiger’s devotion to the game, is there any surprise he is widely considered the greatest of all time? The experts will tell you that practice must be planned; simply beating hundreds of balls doing the same things will get you the same result, bogies… Read More »

Cameron Champ, a “Driving” Force on the PGA Tour

June 6, 2022Herschel Caldwell0

Preparation alone does not guarantee a victory, but lack of it does guarantee a defeat. Walking several holes with Cameron Champ on a practice round prepping for the start of the 2022 PGA Championship was a special treat for this writer. There are times when the effort of preparation is its own reward, irrespective of the week’s outcome. Missing the cut at The PGA Championship was surprising because Champ had been playing well (T10 at the Masters; T6 at the Mexico Open; T38 at the Byron Nelson). The numbers don’t lie. At just 25 years old, Cameron Champ has quickly morphed into… Read More »

They Say that “Practice Makes Perfect”. Ask Tiger Woods.

May 19, 2022Herschel Caldwell0

Practice, practice, practice. It’s what professionals do. However, winners seem to know what to practice in order to top the field and secure that almighty win. Tiger Woods came to Southern Hills Country Club a few weeks ago—and again last Sunday—to work on shots that, hopefully, have him on Sunday’s back-nine near or on top of the heap. MGM had a chance to walk nine holes with Tiger Monday morning of Tournament Week, and to observe first-hand the meticulous way he carved out shot, after shot, after shot. That alone should strike a little fear in the rest of the field…. Read More »