A message from the editor, Mike Harris:
When it comes to diversity, golf has struggled with its image over the years. Middle-aged or elderly white men dominating the leather armchairs around the fire at the club remains a go-to representation for many outside of the game. But golf is a sport that’s playable for, and should be accessible to, all. It’s suitable for those of all ages and genders and can be enjoyed by participants with disability.
Some 18 months ago, I made a commitment to broaden our content in Golf Monthly to reflect the inclusivity golf can offer. I wanted us to feature more women’s golf and to focus on golfers from different backgrounds. This issue demonstrates that we’ve made great strides to showcase and celebrate golfers from a far fuller spectrum of life, and I’m extremely proud of that.
This month, Dan Davies profiles the exceptional Kipp Popert, one of the very best golfers in the world with a disability. Kipp was born with a form of cerebral palsy and has come through a series of difficult surgeries, displaying huge mental and physical fortitude to excel in the game.
Also in the issue is a superb feature with the founder of Black British Golfers, Ray Nyabola. Ray talked to Mark Townsend about his desire to change the perception of golf within the black community and bring more black golfers into the sport. He is encouraging more men, women and juniors in the black community to see golf as not only a viable but also a desirable activity.
We also chat to Iona Stephen, who has been an inspiring figure in women’s golf in recent years. Iona has demonstrated her exceptional playing ability and, as a presenter and ambassador for the game, she has achieved a huge amount in a very short space of time.
Here at Golf Monthly, we’ll continue to strive to appeal to, and provide content for, every single golfer. The golfing world is a vast one in which there’s space for all, and all are welcome.
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