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Mulligan Stories

Every golfer has a story of the putt they holed, and of the drive that was long and straight. Not every golfer, however, has a backstory that grabs one’s attention. EDGA has pulled together a library of player stories that inform and inspire.

The mixed-media approach allows visitors to this page, to consume a story in whatever way best suits their needs. Audio, text and images together provide a vibrant snapshot in time that reveals the human spirit and can fuel the can-do attitude that is inside every one of us.

Lucy finding her way in G4D after 2023 injury

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LUCY LEATHAM

When The G4D Open staged its inaugural edition in 2023, the event wasn’t on Lucy Leatham’s radar, but later that year she was involved in a life-changing car accident. 

Fast forward three years to May, 2026, and Lucy was making her Championship debut at Celtic Manor Resort in Wales. “I am always one of those people who love to have a go,” said Lucy. “I love the game too much not to try.” more…

Feature: The thoughts of a golfer who is blind

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KIBAYA LAIBUTA

Welcome to this EDGA article on Dr Kibaya Laibuta, a golfer who is visually impaired from Kenya, who wishes to raise awareness to help grow the game for more people with a disability, including in his home country.

“The grip, the stance, the swing,” he explains. “Those are the fundamentals. Once you begin to understand them, everything else starts to follow.” more...

Latest article: A tale of luck, love and golf in Malaysia

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HARRIS ABU BAKAR

Every time he enjoys a round of golf, Harris Abu Bakar from Malaysia knows the sport has played a vital part in his rehabilitation from a life-changing car accident in 2008. “I think it’s the best game that mankind ever invented. Golf can restore a sense of independence and self-belief. The deepest benefit of golf for me goes far beyond sport. It sits at the intersection of identity, healing and purpose.” more…

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Remarkable Individuals


About the authors

All of the interviews contained in this EDGA profiles section have been instigated and produced by EDGA's chief writer Ben Evans and President Dr Tony Bennett.

Ben is a member of the Association of Golf Writers, and is the former Editor of magazines Pro Shop Europe and Golf Business Development. In recent times, he has written extensively on the many golfers with disability who play in the EDGA community.

Dr Tony Bennett is Head of Disability & Inclusion for the International Golf Federation and is volunteer President of EDGA. Tony is a Master Professional of The PGA (GB&I), and recently completed his PhD. in Philosophy at Durham University, drawing on many of these articles in his evidence-based research. Tony was chief writer EDGA's book ‘Mulligan’, 18 remarkable stories of golfers who refuse to be defined by disability, edited by Ben. The high-quality EDGA image archive complements all of these stories and is the work of Sue Bennett, EDGA’s Photographer and a passionate volunteer and ambassador for this not-for-profit organisation.

The writing and production of each piece here is the work of Ben and Tony, with a good number of audio articles supported by engineering specialist Martin Maynard. Our team wishes to thank everyone associated with EDGA for their valuable input, including its member National Golf Federations, partners and, most of all, the players and their families.

MULLIGAN

'tough love and second chances'


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EDGA's first book is now available!

MULLIGAN 'tough love and second chances' is comprised of 18 personal accounts of players with a disability competing in golf, every story demonstrates how the power of the human spirit can move people to achieve their goals despite significant obstacles.

The EDGA "Give & Gift" campaign

For every donation of 25€ or more, EDGA will give a book to a hospital, rehabilitation / medical centre, or organisation to ensure that anyone who needs a lift, is able to read the inspiring words of MULLIGAN. As a token of our appreciation, we'll gift another book for you to keep and enjoy.


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