North Carolina’s Steph Curry Will Be Receiving The Charlie Sifford Award
BeAccording to WCNC Charlotte, Steph Curry will soon be receiving the Charlie Sifford Award. He has been chosen to receive this award for all he has done to advance diversity…
BeAccording to WCNC Charlotte, Steph Curry will soon be receiving the Charlie Sifford Award. He has been chosen to receive this award for all he has done to advance diversity in golf.
"Underrated Golf" was launched two years ago by Curry to give high school athlete's for all communities equal chances and access. Curry has also funded the Howard University golf team. Howard University hadn't had a golf team since the 1970s when Curry began funding the college.
The reward will be given to Curry on June 10th, just days before the U.S. Open, in Pinehurst, North Carolina, at the World Golf Hall of Fame ceremony.
In 1961, Sifford was the first Black golf player to become a member of the PGA Tour. In 2004, he was put into the World Golf Hall of Fame.
Curry stated, “I’m incredibly honored to be chosen as the recipient of this year’s Charlie Sifford Award and am grateful to the World Golf Hall of Fame for the recognition in this sport that I am so passionate about. I believe that we have the opportunity to grow the game of golf by providing equity, access and opportunity to young golfers who have that same passion, dedication and determination as so many of us out on the green.”
North Carolina Golf Course Ranks One of World’s Best Golf Courses
Are you the next Tiger Woods? Okay, maybe not but maybe you enjoy a great ride through a beautiful golf course. From those who actually play to those who spectate, the perfect golf course can make or break a good day out. When it comes to finding the best golf course, there are so many things to consider. For me, put in Top Golf and I am happy. But, we have professionals who truly appreciate a good golf course experience. Luckily, you won't have to travel too far to experience one of the world's best.
Diario AS wants to help you experience some of the world's most beautiful golf courses. When ranking, they took into consideration the history, beauty, and overall quality of courses across the world to discover their top 10. North Carolina surely made the list with one of the most beautiful and best golf courses in the world right here in our state. Got those golf clubs ready? Check out the Diario AS top 10 best and most beautiful golf courses in the world.
Real Club Valderama, Cadiz, Spain
This was the location of the first Ryder Cup played outside of the United States and the United Kingdom. This course also hosted the WGC-American Express Championship in 1999 and 2000.
Pine Valley Golf Club, Pine Valle, New Jersey
Establsihed in 1913, Pine Valley Golf Club has been named the number one course in Golf Magazine’s 100 Top Courses in the U.S. and the World four times since 2012. But, it is not always spoken about because there has never been a major tournament played at the golf course.
Royal St. Georges, Kent, England
Royal St. Georges is home to 15 British Opens and has been around since the 1800. It was the first club outside of Scotland to host The Open in 1894, and last saw Colin Morikawa win it in 2021.
Pinehurst No. 2, Pinehurst, North Carolina
Hooray for North Carolina! There are nine different courses at the Resort at Pinehurst, but only one of them has hosted three U.S. Opens a PGA Championship and a Ryder Cup. The course's beauty comes from lush fairways and longleaf pine trees that are staples to the amazing view.
Royal Melbourne West Course, Melbourne Australia
This famous course is not known to many Americans, because it is not played on the PGA Tour. The course opened in 1926 and has been part of Australian and golf history.
Ocean Course at Kiawah Island, South Carolina
Close by is another course in South Carolina. Hanging right off the coast of Charleston in the barrier islands. Enjoy the views of the coast and the golf course while you're out on the green. It has hosted two PGA Championships and the 1991 Ryder Cup.
Cypress Point, Pebble Beach, California
Similar structure and scenery as Pebble Beach is Cypress Point. Since 1928, it has been a private course. It was one of the courses played during the multi course AT&T Pro-Am until 1990.
Pebble Beach Golf Links, California
Cypress Point's neighbor Pebble Beach Club is on the list. Pebble Beach has seen seven U.S. Opens and a PGA Championship over the years. One of its most famous moments was Tiger Woods back in the 2000 U.S. Open when he beat the field by fifteen strokes.
The Old Course, St. Andrews, Scotland
Also known as The Old Lady, this course is the oldest course in the world, but remains as relevant as ever in the golf world. The course was established in 1552 and is still standing for golfers to enjoy!
Augusta National, Augusta, Georgia
Augusta National is the course that holds the most coveted prize in golf. It is the home of the only major that doesn’t change locations from year to year, The Masters. Since 1934 it has been held here and grown to become the most illustrious course in the world.
