Ellen Griffin Rolex Award

About the Award

In 1989, the LPGA established the Ellen Griffin Rolex Award. Ellen Griffin was considered by many to be the best-known woman golf teacher in American history. Griffin taught near Greensboro, NC, at "The Farm". She was recognized for her outstanding contributions to the game many times, including the 1970 National Golf Foundation Graffis Award. The Ellen Griffin Rolex Award is awarded annually to a male or female golf teacher who has done the following: Demonstrated in their teaching, the same spirit, love and dedication as Ellen did to the golf student, teaching skills and the game of golf; and made a major contribution to the teaching of golf. By honoring teachers who dedicate their lives to this purpose, the LPGA honors Ellen Griffin and encourages golf teachers to seek the same spirit and ideals.