Feature Articles – Page 7 – Minority Golf Magazine

Black History and Three Who Made a Difference

February 20, 2021February 20, 2021Herschel Caldwell0

Black History Month is a noble title given to an official month of remembering and celebrating the multitude of societal contributions made by Black people throughout U.S. history. Minority Golf Magazine is solely devoted to persons of color throughout the U.S. and around the world, and we support the efforts of those who celebrate black contributions during February and throughout the entire year. Given this, we have never lacked stories and the accomplishments of Black golfers to write about. Many other fine publications also contain volumes of information about black golfers. Among them are Uneven Lies, by Pete McDaniel in… Read More »

Golf Digest Partners With the African American Golf EXPO and Forum to Continue Efforts to Grow the Game

September 22, 2020September 22, 2020Herschel Caldwell0

Golf Digest announced as Title Sponsor of the 2021 African American Golf EXPO and ForumPartnership supports diversity and inclusion, careers in golf, economic development, and growth of the game initiatives. FEB 20 – 23, 2021 ATLANTA, GA MARIETTA HILTON HOTEL AND CONFERENCE CENTER Since Minority Golf Magazine’s founding in 1996, and during the early years of its existence as a national golf magazine for People of Color, MGM has regularly been media and/or exhibitors at the annual PGA shows in Orlando and Las Vegas. Although we were well-received at these shows and widely recognized as a viable voice for minority… Read More »

THE PLAYERS CHAMPIONSHIP

March 8, 2020March 8, 2020Herschel Caldwell0

A DEEPER LOOK INTO THE TOURNAMENT Many of our readers have asked how a pro golfer qualifies for entry into the Players Championship, scheduled this year from March 9-15. Held at the world-class TPC Saw Grass GC in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, The Players Championship (called simply “The Players”) is an annually anticipated event for golfers around the world—and for a number of reasons. Sometimes referred to as “The Fifth Major,” this prestigious occurrence has always had a deep and talented field, the “Best of the Best.” The Players also offers the biggest purse of any PGA Tour event: $15… Read More »

ON WHOSE SHOULDERS WE STAND – The Black Caddie

March 4, 2020Herschel Caldwell0

Years ago, when discussing this incredible work with Dr. Sinnette, this author knew he had the privilege of hearing from one of the great historical minds of our time. It is a great honor to offer readers this excerpt from Dr. Calvin H. Sinnette’s famous, extensively researched tome, which he masterfully penned in 1998. Minority Golf Magazine strives to continue enlightening readers with historical contributions of minorities to the game of golf. Therefore, excerpts from Dr. Sinnette’s book, and those of other excellent writers, will periodically be featured in Minority Golf Magazine. Forbidden Fairways by Dr. Calvin H. Sinnette Chapter… Read More »

The Genesis Open Championship

March 2, 2020Herschel Caldwell1

The Genesis Open Championship was held February 13-16 at Palisades, CA’s Riviera Country Club, one of the most iconic golf courses in the world. Debuting in 1926 as the Los Angeles (Country Club) Open, the tournament was initially staged at various courses throughout the Los Angeles area before permanently settling at the Riviera in 1973, where, with one exception, it has been held each year since. The course has seen many significant moments in golf history and is known as the site of Jack Nicklaus’ professional debut, as well as the stage for Tiger Woods’ first PGA TOUR tournament. The first… Read More »

Lee Elder Makes USGA History as Bob Jones Award Recipient

March 7, 2019March 7, 2019Herschel Caldwell0

Elder becomes first African American to receive Association’s highest honor LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. (Feb. 23, 2019) – The USGA will honor Lee Elder with its highest honor, the Bob Jones Award, in a ceremony on June 12, 2019, during the week of the 119th U.S. Open Championship at Pebble Beach (Calif.) Golf Links. Elder is the first African American to receive the prestigious award. Presented annually since 1955, the Bob Jones Award recognizes an individual who demonstrates the spirit, personal character and respect for the game exhibited by Jones, winner of nine USGA championships. “Lee’s perseverance, positive attitude, and generous… Read More »

Tiger Woods begins his year at the Farmer’s in San Diego, an event he has won eight times.

January 25, 2019January 25, 2019Herschel Caldwell0

Since the inauguration of the “wrap-a-round” season of the PGA, there have been early win opportunities for the newly carded graduates of the junior tour and veterans seeking a head start on the new season which traditionally begins in January with the tournament of champions in Hawaii. With a few exceptions, the top tier players have missed the wrap a round season of the PGA Tour after the Tour Championship following the year’s final major. Tiger began the 2018 season with many wondering what the year would bring in the way of maybe making a few cuts to actually… Read More »

High Expectations for African American Women on the LPGA Tour in 2019.

November 7, 2018Herschel Caldwell1

From left to right: Ginger Howard, Mariah Stackhouse, Sadena Parks, Robbi Howard, Cheyenne Woods. (Photo Credit: Ginger Howard) For the first time in its sixty-six year history, the LPGA has five black women on tour. There hasn’t been this much black golf history since 1964 when Althea Gibson became the first Black woman to play on the LPGA Tour. By Herschel Caldwell (sources of this article are the LPGA Tour and Wikipedia) Several factors contribute to why we don’t see more Black golfers, male or female, playing on the LPGA and PGA Tours. The culture of the sport provides a… Read More »

Why the United States will never again dominate the Ryder Cup matches.

November 7, 2018November 8, 2018Herschel Caldwell0

When raw talent and extraordinary skill sets alone are not enough to guarantee a Ryder Cup victory anymore. By Herschel Caldwell Great players of the past were highly skilled at matching wits with a golf course, as opposed to trying to beat the brains out of a fellow player. Oh, there was elation in winning a match, but the jubilation mostly came from having conquered the course, rather than crushing another individual. In his book “Golf’s Golden Age” (in America), Rand Jerris profiles the lives of golfers in the early history of our country. Well-known, along with lesser names like… Read More »

Minority Golf? People of Color?

November 7, 2018November 8, 2018Herschel Caldwell0

Are people of color who play golf minorities? Since the intorduction of Minority Golf Magazine over 20 years ago, this has been a question asked by many of our readers. Perhaps this article will provide a little more clarity on the subject. By Herschel Caldwell People of Color typically refer to people of African, Asian, Hispanic and/or Latino, and Native American heritage. It may also be used to refer to mixed-race people who have access to only a few editions of U.S. and local, golf-related publications. As of this writing, there is no other single publication, which deals directly with… Read More »