Modi Oyewole’s Swang grows golf community in Los Angeles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 11:04 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
Modi Oyewole, co-founder of Swang, a Los Angeles-based golf collective, has fostered a membership exceeding 1,200 since its inception in 2023. The collective hosts biweekly events aimed at making golf more inclusive by eliminating traditional barriers such as etiquette and dress codes. Swang's approach has attracted collaborations with brands like Callaway Golf and Jordan Brand, focusing on community engagement over immediate revenue. Oyewole expressed a commitment to cultural authenticity and plans to expand programming, including youth clinics and community tournaments, further transforming golf's accessibility.
- •Swang started as a group of 15 and now has over 1,200 members.
- •The collective organizes free inclusive events at Rancho Park Golf Course.
- •Swang has established partnerships with Callaway Golf and Jordan Brand.
- •Focus on cultural authenticity over revenue has driven Swang's success.
- •Future plans include youth clinics and community tournaments.
- 11:04 AMYahoo Sports — Beyond The Green: Modi Oyewole Built Golf Collective ‘Swang’ Into A Cultural Powerhouse
"When Modi Oyewole first tried golf in 2023, he did not plan to start a business. As vice president of creative at Def Jam Recordings, he sought a meaningful pursuit...
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