Historic All-Black Georgia Golf Team Offers Inspiration for Clayton County’s Next Generation
In 2019, a group of young golfers from Atlanta made Georgia sports history, demonstrating what can happen when talent, mentorship, and opportunity come together.
The boys’ varsity golf team at Charles R. Drew Charter School became the first all-Black team to win a Georgia high school state golf championship. The team finished with a combined score of 675, defeating the runner-up by 16 strokes.
Their achievement was about more than winning a championship. It represented progress in a sport where access, affordability, and representation have historically presented barriers for many young athletes.
The students developed their skills through The First Tee of East Lake, a youth development initiative that combined golf instruction with mentorship, character development, and essential life skills.
What Does This Mean for Clayton County?
The lessons behind this historic achievement extend well beyond Atlanta.
Here in Clayton County, similar efforts are introducing young people to golf while helping them develop confidence, discipline, leadership, and new interests.
Clayton County District 3 Commissioner Tashé Allen is hosting a free Youth Golf & Leadership Clinic on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at Lake Spivey Golf Club.
The clinic will provide young people ages 9–18 with hands-on instruction from PGA and LPGA professionals. No previous golf experience is required, and golf clubs and lunch will be provided.
For families who may never have considered golf as an activity for their children, opportunities like these can serve as an introduction to a sport that offers recreation, competition, mentorship, and personal growth.
Building Opportunities for the Next Generation
The success of Drew Charter School’s historic golf team illustrates the impact that dedicated coaches, youth development organizations, and community support can have on young athletes.
It also raises an important question for communities across Clayton County: What future champions, leaders, or professionals might emerge when more young people have access to experiences they otherwise might never encounter?
Not every child who picks up a golf club will become a competitive golfer. But learning a new sport, developing confidence, and building relationships with positive mentors can create lasting benefits.
As Clayton County continues investing in opportunities for its young people, the story of Drew Charter’s championship team offers a reminder that sometimes the first step toward making history is simply being given the opportunity to participate.
Learn More About Clayton County’s Upcoming Golf Clinic
Read our earlier coverage of Commissioner Allen’s free Youth Golf & Leadership Clinic:
Official event information and registration:
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