Skip to content Skip to footer

The UGA National Golf Team is more than a program—it’s a pipeline to ensure young minority golfers are seen, supported, applauded, and given a fair chance to compete at the highest level

 
The United Golfers Association is committed to developing the next generation of elite Black golfers by providing world-class coaching, competitive opportunities, and holistic growth. Our mission is to equip young athletes with the skills, mentorship, and support needed to succeed at the highest levels of the sport while fostering excellence, sportsmanship, and leadership. This spring, UGA will host elite golfers who have proven themselves competitively and are now members of this inaugural 2025 Class. The UGA Developmental Golf Academy will host 10+ golf athletes for success on and off the course through tailored coaching and professional guidance.
Our Vision:
The UGA Golf Academy is poised to become the nation’s leading development pipeline for Black junior and collegiate golfers, laying the foundation for success at every level of the game — from youth competitions to professional tours. For the 2025–2026 season and beyond, we are building a robust ecosystem that supports promising talent with elite coaching, academic preparation, competitive opportunities, and life skills. Our Academy will serve as the bridge that guides players through the ranks: junior standouts, collegiate athletes, and eventually tour professionals.

UGA NATIONAL GOLF TEAM

Siham Ibrahim

California - Class of 2026

Dré Whitfield

California - Class of 2027

Staci Pla

Florida - Class of 2026

Duncan Reid

Georgia - Class of 2026

Vivian Lott

Georgia - Class of 2029

Patrick Pinkey

Florida - Class of 2027

THE INVESTMENT & BENEFITS

Year-round National Programming and Elite Tournament Access
Monthly Coaching, Mentoring, and Performance Tracking
Scholarships and Travel Stipends to Reduce Financial Barriers
Connect with UGA Mentors, College Coaches, Industry Leaders, and Tour Professionals
Access to Strength Training, Nutrition, NIL Education, and More
Family Engagement Programs and Resources to Support Parents
College Recruitment & Scholarship Readiness Program
Media Training & Player Promotion via Access to UGA Networks
National Development Camp Series (Spring & Summer)

NATIONAL GOLF TEAM LEADERSHIP

Tarek DeLavallade

UGA Executive Director

Ed Hills

Director - player Development

Garreth Carpenter

Director - Instruction

Invest in the National Golf Team

Help us fuel the future of Black golf excellence. Your contribution to the National Golf Team Impact Fund will directly support elite coaching, travel, tournament fees, and year-round development—building a sustainable pipeline for the next generation of champions. But we can’t do it alone. If we want to see more Black golfers at the highest levels, we need the full support of the greater golf community. We can’t expect the pipeline to grow and expand if we’re not willing to invest in it—today.
Every dollar strengthens the team, expands opportunity, and moves the game toward true equity.