Jim Dent grew up in the caddie yards of Augusta, Georgia, eventually working at the Masters and honing his game at the ...

Jim Dent grew up in the caddie yards of Augusta, Georgia, eventually working at the Masters and honing his game at the ...

Honing his skills on segregated courses, he became one of the few Black golfers in the pro ranks, following the lead of ...

Jim Dent, the sweet-swinging pro who died at 85 last week, was a large man with a gentle soul and a generous spirit.

Jim Dent, who learned the game as a caddie and became one of the best Black golfers of his era, died on May 2, according to ...

Jim Dent, a trailblazing figure in the world of golf, passed away at the age of 85, leaving behind a legacy of perseverance, skill, and inspiration. Born in Augusta, Georgia, Dent's journey from a ...

Trailblazing Black golfer and Augusta native Jim Dent died on May 2 at age 85. He was recovering from a recent stroke.