Golf, 1977 U,S Masters, Augusta, Georgia, Lee Elder driving against a backdrop of trees (Photo by Bob Thomas/Getty Images)
By USGA
LIBERTY CORNER, N.J. – The USGA will honor Lee Elder with its highest honor, the Bob Jones Award, in a ceremony on June 12, 2019, during the week of the 119th U.S. Open Championship at Pebble Beach (Calif.) Golf Links. Elder is the first African American to receive the prestigious award.
Presented annually since 1955, the Bob Jones Award recognizes an individual who demonstrates the spirit, personal character and respect for the game exhibited by Jones, winner of nine USGA championships.