Gulf City Golfers

History Gulf City Golfers, Inc.

The History of the Gulf City Golfers, Inc. had a very tough and intense beginning. The small group of men who only wanted to play golf were met with stiff opposition. Some of the members of the group were Sam Andrews, Edward Sawyer, John (Red) Burke, R.L Patterson, Julius Johnson, Walter Pope, Walter Coleman and Charlie Goodman.

In 1960, Tom Klump the resident pro at the Mobile Municipal Golf Course was the person who repeatedly told the members of the GCGI that they were not allowed to play at the golf course. Eventually the group decided to file a lawsuit challenging their denial to play at the public facility. Attorney Vernon Crawford represented the GCGI members in court. After a lengthy hearing, the judge ruled that the Gulf City Golfers, Inc. members could play at the municipal facility in Mobile, AL.

It is reported that Willie Williams was the first black to play at the course. Soon thereafter the group began to play at the course on a regular basis. It is interesting to note the contrast in the Gulf City early encounters with the present circumstances. Today Gulf City Golfers, Inc. have members who sit on the board of directors that runs the Golf Course.

In addition to playing golf, the GCGI has been very active in the community. The organization has donated over a quarter of a million dollars to various charities, golf teams, colleges and individuals.

The proud group of men and women golfers are members of the Southern Association of Amateur Golfers and travel all over the country enjoying golf and meeting people with similar interests and pursuits.

We are always looking for new members to join this outstanding organization.