Reviews

"Using research from African American newspapers and records from black golf clubs and associations, she provides a number of brief biographies of both pioneering and recent African American female golfers. She includes lists of African American female golfers, winners of tournaments, and newspaper articles with photographs, along with photographs and notes....Johnson calls for more support of black female golfers and for more scholarly research on the topic. Recommended. All readers, all levels."—Choice, August 1, 2008

"When we think of golfers, we do not think of African-American women. Yet this book shows us that there have been skilled African-American women in golf. Part of the problem is that the deck is stacked against them: they have been discriminated against due to both race and sex. And, according to this very interesting and revealing book, African-American men have also not been supportive of African-American women golfers....[A] very useful book that sheds light on something most of us may not have thought about: the African-American woman golfer, and her achievements and problems in society."—MultiCultural Review, September 1, 2008

"M. Mikell Johnson, through an unprecedented search for primary sources, has provided a clear roadmap for understanding the illusive account of African American women in golf. This rich log of sources can easily be mined and future scholars can elaborate on the solid groundwork done here by granting due attention to the hundreds of unknown Black women golfers presented in this book. This book advances the understanding that, though marginalized, Black women have been determined to experience everything that life had to offer. For those who would ask the question, Do Black women golf? Yes, we do that to!"—Dr. Stephanie Y. Evans, Assistant Professor, University of Florida, Author of Black Women in the Ivory Tower, 1850-1954: An Intellectual History

"The contents of The African American Women Golfer, is indeed the most appealing subject matter to date referencing golf that I have read. It is profoundly detailed and a valued historical collection of information that has surpassed any other. My recommendation is surely a must read, The African American Women Golfer, will both educate and elevate each reader."—Veronica Gore-Kennedy, Assistant Golfer Professional/Merchandise Manager, First Tee Coach of Brunswick County