African-American golfers faced systemic barriers and exclusion from mainstream golf, leading to the establishment of the United Golf Association and significant contributions to the sport.
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African-American golfers faced systemic barriers and exclusion from mainstream golf, leading to the establishment of the United Golf Association and significant contributions to the sport.
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Dan Levinson directed Uneven Fairways, which premiered on the Golf Channel on February 11, 2009. The film is based on Pete McDaniel's book Uneven Fairways and Dr. Calvin Sinnette's Forbidden Fairways. It covers the struggles and achievements of African-American golfers who faced exclusion from mainstream golf. The documentary details the establishment of the United Golf Association and the contributions of players to the sport. It provides an account of their dedication to golf despite systemic barriers. The running time is 46 minutes.
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- Meet African-American golfing pioneers.
- Find out about the Negro Leagues of Golf.
- See the impact of golf on African-American culture.
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- The film premiered on the Golf Channel on February 11, 2009.
- The documentary is based on two books: 'Uneven Fairways' by Pete McDaniel and 'Forbidden Fairways' by Dr. Calvin Sinnette.
- The film has a duration of 46 minutes.
- Dan Levinson directed the documentary.
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When did Uneven Fairways premiere?
Uneven Fairways premiered on February 11, 2009.
Who directed the documentary Uneven Fairways?
Uneven Fairways was directed by Dan Levinson.
What are the names of the books that Uneven Fairways is based on?
The documentary is based on the books Uneven Fairways by Pete McDaniel and Forbidden Fairways by Dr. Calvin Sinnette.
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