Native Links

Native Links, Volume 1, provides a detailed exploration of the profound connection between Indigenous peoples and the sport of golf. Author Steve Mcdonald presents a historical narrative that examines how Native American history serves as a vital thread within the evolution of American golf. The text traces this legacy from early figures like Oscar Smith Bunn, a Shinnecock Montauk Native who competed in the U.S. Opens in the late 1890s, through to modern champions such as Orville Moody and Notah Begay III.

This sports and recreation history book highlights the growing influence of tribal communities in the modern golf industry. Through stories of successful advocacy, gaming revenues, and course construction, the book illustrates how many tribes are actively shaping the landscape of the game. Native Links, Volume 1, functions as an indispensable resource for readers interested in United States history and the deep-rooted cultural ties that define the sport of golf.