Hosted in the school’s Library and Innovation Center, the event marked a meaningful milestone in Miami’s community legacy.
The spirit of unity, mentorship, and empowerment was on full display as four South Florida natives — Cliff Addison, Ed Ponder, Anthony Robinson and Travis Daniels — joined forces to celebrate the revival of Booker T. Washington Senior High School’s golf program.
Hosted in the school’s Library and Innovation Center, the event marked a meaningful milestone in Miami’s community legacy. In partnership with the Future Leaders of Hospitality and Tourism (FLHAT)and the Overtown Children & Youth Coalition (OCYC), Urban Golf Weekend (UGW) presented the school’s newly revived golf program with new clubs and uniforms — symbolizing a renewed commitment to youth development and access to opportunity through sport.
The celebration brought together school administrators, athletes, and community leaders, including:
Anthony E. Simons III, principal, Booker T. Washington Senior High School;
Dr. Lisa Starks, director of Athletics, Booker T. Washington Senior High School;
Cliff Addison, co-founder, Urban Golf Weekend;
Woody Remy, co-founder, Urban Golf Weekend, and founder, Brainstorm;
Travis Daniels, former Miami Dolphins player and founder, Jus Birdie Golf Apparel;
Ed Ponder, founder, Future Leaders of Hospitality and Tourism (FLHAT);
Anthony Robinson, executive director, Overtown Children & Youth Coalition;
UGW Board members: Melvin Rodriguez (Mielle Organics), Chris Simon (BTST Services), Josiah Graham (Graham Law Firm), Cam Murphy (FEAM Aero), Wilton L. Triggs II MD, and
UGW Logistics Director, Shonta McCord.
This initiative reflects Urban Golf Weekend’s mission to make golf more inclusive — connecting culture, community, and philanthropy. During the past two years, UGW has donated more than $40,000 to youth and collegiate programs, including Fore Life and Florida A&M University (FAMU). Reviving Booker T. Washington’s golf program builds on this momentum, expanding access for young athletes of color.
“This was such a special opportunity for our students to be introduced to the game of golf — a sport that reflects discipline, focus, and perseverance,” said Anthony E. Simons III, principal of Booker T. Washington Senior High School. “They witnessed entrepreneurship, sponsorship, and philanthropy come together in one place, and the guest speakers poured into them with powerful lessons about overcoming challenges and daring to dream big.”
About Urban Golf Weekend
Founded by Clifton Addission and Woody Remy, Urban Golf Weekend was created to diversify the golf experience and make the sport more accessible to all. What began as a vision has evolved into a Labor Day tradition celebrating competition, culture, and community impact. The event supports HBCU golf scholarships and will launch its inaugural Youth Golf Clinic, to be held at the Urban Golf Weekend in 2026, continuing its mission to engage and empower the next generation of golfers.
For more information, visit www.urbangolfweekend.com/.
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