Colorado has one black PGA professional. Pay to practice There have always been hurdles for minorities. Only 10 years ago Shoal Creek Country Club in Birmingham, Ala., hosted the PGA Championship despite a no-blacks membership policy. Amid controversy, several clubs took themselves off the list of possible PGA venues rather than change similar member rules. But access has long been a problem on a local level, too.
Inner cities are notorious for their dearth of golf facilities.
For decades, most golf courses were private, not friendly places for minorities or children. Kids haven't had access. Minorities haven't had access. That's the biggest drawback. Money's an issue, too.