Elevating HBCU Golf Series: Coach Mike Rice, FAMU Head Golf Coach
In the latest episode of the Tee to Green Golf Podcast, the focus shifts to the growing prominence of golf within Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), a movement supported by initiatives to expand the game's reach. Special guest, Mike Rice, head golf coach at Florida A&M University (FAMU), shares his lifelong journey with golf, from an early start influenced by his father to his current role at FAMU. Rice emphasizes the diversity and unique culture of FAMU's golf team, highlighting efforts to align the team's composition with the university's demographic and the broader mission of growing diversity in golf. Discussions orbit around the impact of junior golf programs, the significance of support from the golfing community and major industry players, and the essential role of fundraising in enhancing HBCU golf programs. Proposals to increase visibility and support for HBCU golf are made, concluding with insights into the promising future of the sport at these institutions and the potential role models arising from them.
00:00 Welcome to the Tee to Green Golf Podcast!
00:36 Spotlight on HBCU Golf: An In-depth Conversation with Coach Mike Rice
01:23 Coach Rice's Personal Journey in Golf and at FAMU
03:20 Cultivating Diversity and Excellence in FAMU's Golf Program
08:28 The Impact of COVID-19 and the Future of Golf
09:12 The Evolution of HBCU Golf and Its Growing Influence
11:53 Supporting HBCU Golf Programs: How You Can Help
18:26 Advice for Young Golfers: Starting with the Short Game
21:41 The Competitive Landscape of HBCU Golf in the SWAC
24:55 The Unique Community and Experience of HBCU Golf
39:20 FAMU's Bright Future and How to Support HBCU Golf
THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY Kannon STUDIOS @kannon_studios
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