Black Athletes in the Spotlight: HBCU Sports & Local Highlights
“Playing From The Rough” is an inspiring memoir by Jimmy James, a former collegiate athlete whose life journey has mirrored the challenging game of golf he so deeply loves. In the book, James uses the metaphor of playing from the rough—a tough spot on the course where success requires resilience and strategy—to tell a deeply personal story of overcoming adversity, identity, and self-discovery.
From battling obstacles both on and off the course to navigating systemic barriers as a Black athlete, James brings readers into the mindset of perseverance and the power of purpose. His voice is honest, grounded, and motivational—offering insight not only into sports, but into the human spirit.
The newly released paperback edition (Simon & Schuster ) makes this powerful story more accessible than ever. James chronicles his journey to play America’s top 100 courses in one year while also describing his rise from humble beginnings to corporate success.
“This book braids my life story with my tale of playing all 100 of America’s Greatest Golf Courses in one calendar year, said James on his LinkIn post. Pick up your copy from your local bookseller or order online through Amazon , Barnesandnoble.com, Inc. , Books A Million , or Bookshop.org.
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