Overview

• Jim Dent, celebrated for his driving power and as a pioneer for Black golfers, died on May 2, 2025, at the age of 85 in Augusta, Georgia.
• Dent's career spanned decades, including 12 victories on the PGA Tour Champions and winning the inaugural World Long Drive Championship in 1974.
• He began his journey as a caddie at Augusta's municipal course, 'The Patch,' and later worked at Augusta National Golf Club during the Masters.
• Despite never qualifying for the Masters, Dent made the cut in eight of 11 major tournaments and earned respect for his consistency and skill.
• Augusta National is honoring Dent’s legacy by advancing renovations at The Patch, including a Tiger Woods–designed par-3 course commemorating caddies like Dent.