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Charlie Sifford: Golf
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In 1961, Sifford became the first African-American to play on the PGA Tour; six years later, when he was 45 years old, he was the first to win a tour event. Real recognition of the significance of Sifford’s quiet determination to claim his rightful place at golf’s elite level was slow in
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The country club was not where Mr. Sifford learned the game. And it was ... not where Sam Snead, Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson and Gene Sarazen learned the game -- except in this regard: They all were exposed to the game by being caddies. If the talent pool for golf has shrunk -- and that appears to be the case -- it is not just for people of color but for people of modest means.
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Born (June 2, 1922) and raised in Charlotte, N.C., Sifford was a caddie in his early teens and was already a scratch golfer by then. He continued to hone his game, moving to Philadelphia where a young black man had more opportunities to play. He ... got an early taste of competition in the United Golf Association tour.
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In celebration of his achievements, OTGC will present the Dr. Sifford “True Original” Award to distinguished individuals who represent the type of commitment, passion, fearlessness and original style that Dr. Sifford exemplifies. Dr. Sifford’s love of golf and commitment to persevere shall continue to be an inspiration to all.
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In addition to his appearance at the tournament on August 26th, Sifford will ... be present at a book signing to be held at Golfers' Warehouse in Natick on Thursday evening. August 25th, between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
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When the PGA of America finally granted Sifford a tour card in 1960, he was nearly 38, past his prime. But at 45 he won the 1967 Greater Hartford Open (becoming the first black golfer to win a tour-sanctioned event), and two years later he won the Los Angeles Open.
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