Black Entrepreneuralship On The Rise

According to data released by the U.S. Census Bureau in 2011, the number of Black-owned businesses increased at triple the national rate over the past five years.

Willie Mack Wins First Pro Tourny

Flint Michigan’s Willie Mack III is soaking up the many congratulations following his very first win as a pro golfer this past weekend.  Mack reigned supreme over a 140-player field at the Indian River Open at New Smyrna Beach Golf Club in Florida and is now gearing up for a qualifying run for the PGA Tour.  His win netted him $2,700 and lots of adorning new fans!

See The Historic Sites Of Augusta, Georgia During Masters Week

Join us at Augusta GolfFEST, a week of celebrating African American contributions to golf held during the excitement of Masters Week in Augusta, Georgia.  You're invited on a special African American Walking Tour on Tuesday, April 3.  You'll view historic sites and landmarks and learn interesting facts about the town's legendary singer, godfather of Soul, James Brown, and other Augustians who helped to bring change and progress to the city.   TICKETS @ $25 per person and includes a museum gift!  For more information and to make your reservation contact the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History at (706) 724-3576.

Golfer Of The Week

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Are Your Holiday Ready?

Are You Holiday Ready?  We've got some great gift ideas in our Holiday Gift Guide!http://www.africanamericangolfersdigest.com/HolidayGiftGuide2011.html

"TEE IT FORWARD”

"TEE IT FORWARD” was introduced at golf facilities nationwide in July 2011 by The PGA of America and United States Golf Association.  The new initiative is designed to help golfers have more fun on the course and enhance their overall experience by playing from a set of tees best suited to their abilities.  Its success was seen at The Players Course at Tierra Rejada Golf Club California, with new forward tees and wide landing areas, drew 1,000 rounds in August.  

Tiger Woods 2012

Tiger Woods may not be playing at Torrey Pines in 2012, but Pebble Beach looks to possibly be on his schedule for the first time since 2002.

Northern Trust Open Exemption Is Now Underway

As part of an effort to promote and increase diversity in professional golf, the application process for the Northern Trust Open Exemption is now underway. The annual exemption, created and sponsored by Northern Trust Corporation (Nasdaq: NTRS), provides an opportunity for a top golfer who represents the advancement of diversity in golf and wouldn’t otherwise be eligible to compete in the 2012 Northern Trust Open, to be held February 14-19 at the historic Riviera Country Club. Candidates can now apply via the tournament’s Web site (www.northerntrustopen.com).  Entries must be received by January 14, 2012.  The winner will be announced at Northern Trust Open media day on Monday, January 23.

Train To Become A Golf Equipment Specialist

Mitchell® Golf Equipment Institute hopes to again change the golf industry. It believes that every industry professional selling golf clubs should have the knowledge, training and equipment to know the exact performance specifications of the clubs they sell. In other words, clubs should not be sold “off the rack” but rather sold to perform their best for every golfer. Learn more about how you can train to become a specialist.  Visit: http://www.mitchellgolf.com/school/corp_info.php

Meet Our Golfer Of The Week

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Howard University's 2011 Homecoming Celebrity Golf Tournament

Howard University's 2011 Homecoming this year is entitled:Prestige. The week of events draws a great deal of attention from alum, students, and celebrities alike each year and this year shows a great deal of promise. Homecoming festivities tees-off with Signature Strokes: The Inaugural Celebrity Golf Tournament on Monday, October 10, 2011.  See detail at http://www.bisonhomecoming.com/

Golfer Of The Week

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