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About Golf News Channel: The Pulse of SoCal Golf

Golf in Southern California isn’t just a game.

It’s a culture, a community, and a thousand stories waiting to be told. From the ocean-kissed fairways of Long Beach to the desert winds of Palm Springs, SoCal golf has a heartbeat all its own.

Golf News Channel was created to capture that heartbeat.

We aren’t another national outlet recycling the same corporate headlines. We are a homegrown, video-first platform built for the players, the dreamers, and the grinders. We believe the game is bigger than the professional tour; it’s about the connections made between the tee box and the parking lot.

A Letter from Our Founders

"Golf has always been more than a game to us. It’s where we’ve seen confidence built and lives changed in quiet, powerful ways that never make the headlines. We created this platform to serve the communities that deserve a voice—to tell stories with respect, depth, and purpose. We are here to prioritize community over clicks and amplify the stories that truly make a difference." — Art Chaparro & Clint Wood

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About Clint Wood

Founder & Executive Producer, Golf News Channel | Digital Media Pioneer

Clint Wood has spent more than four decades at the intersection of sports, media, and pioneering digital storytelling. His career foundation was built behind the lens, beginning as a cameraman covering professional sports in Los Angeles before quickly advancing to directing and producing segments for local and national sports networks.

A Legacy of Multimedia Innovation Clint’s extensive portfolio reflects a deep understanding of evolving media formats. He has led large-scale operations and cutting-edge tech ventures, including:

Digital Infrastructure: Serving as General Manager of MPEG International, where he led pioneering work in digital encoding for the motion picture and television industries.
Large-Scale Manufacturing: Managing the largest CD/DVD manufacturing plant on the West Coast, serving global giants like AOL, Vivendi Universal, and Blizzard Entertainment.
Content Production: Orchestrating original sports television projects and high-impact advertising campaigns.

A Trailblazer in Digital Golf Media Golf has been both a lifelong passion and a core professional focus, positioning Clint as a true innovator in the digital space. He founded and successfully ran CelebrityGolf.com for 13 years—the first celebrity golf site to feature video on the web—long before streaming was a household standard. This venture, along with seven years producing Bikini Golf, cemented his reputation for blending sports entertainment with technical innovation.

The Future of Golf News Today, Clint brings this unmatched expertise home to Golf News Channel. He leverages a rich heritage of broadcast quality and digital strategy to cover the Southern California golf scene. Under his leadership, the platform has become more than a news site—it is a sophisticated multimedia ecosystem where sponsors connect with a passionate, engaged audience through authentic, dynamic storytelling.

About Art Chaparro

Co-Founder, Golf News Channel | Strategic Tournament Operations & Sponsorship Consultant

Art Chaparro is a distinguished leader in the Southern California golf landscape, bringing a rare combination of corporate sales rigor and deep-rooted community stewardship to the sport. As a Co-Founder of Golf News Channel, Art serves as a primary architect for the platform’s mission: elevating the visibility of golf through professional storytelling, media innovation, and high-impact event execution.

With a professional foundation spanning over 40 years in high-stakes industrial sales and leadership, Art transitioned into the golf industry with a unique perspective on relationship management. He treats every tournament not just as a sporting event, but as a critical business asset for the organizations and sponsors involved. His career is defined by a commitment to "Sponsorship Activation"—a disciplined approach that ensures corporate partners receive measurable value and clear recognition long after the final putt is dropped.

Art’s operational expertise was most recently demonstrated during his tenure as the Director of Golf and Tournament Director for the Long Beach Golf Festival. In this role, he was responsible for the end-to-end orchestration of one of the region’s most storied amateur golf traditions. His oversight included:

Comprehensive Logistics: Managing course setup, player communications, and scoring integrity for multi-day competitive fields.
Strategic Brand Fulfillment: Developing repeatable frameworks for sponsor visibility, ensuring that marketing commitments were executed with professional precision.
Community Stewardship: Leading volunteer recruitment and management, and hosting key community milestones like the annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner.

Art believes that while many tournaments excel at the "game" of golf, the "business" of the tournament—the sponsor experience and fundraising execution—is where lasting impact is made. By implementing structured timelines and clear deliverables for signage, announcements, and digital engagement, he helps nonprofits and educational institutions maximize their renewal potential and elevate their professional standing.

A fixture at local staples like Skylinks Golf Course and a vocal advocate for the Long Beach golf community, Art remains dedicated to the belief that the game of golf is the ultimate vehicle for charitable growth and professional connection.

Our Editorial Pillars: Built for Impact

We provide high-quality, cinematic storytelling across the four core areas driving the future of the game:

Adaptive Golf: Athlete profiles and clinics where courage redefines what’s possible.
Women’s Golf: Celebrating leadership, access, and growth for a diverse and powerful future.
Junior Golf: Spotlighting youth development and the next generation of champions.
Community & Lifestyle: Showcasing local courses, hidden gems, and the unique culture of our region.

Our Mission

To tell the stories that deserve to be told — and to build the media home SoCal golf has always needed. We exist to:

Celebrate the SoCal Golf Community — the players, the pros, the dreamers, and the grinders.
Champion Adaptive Golf — because courage deserves a platform.
Elevate Women’s Golf — because the future of the game is diverse and powerful.
Spotlight Junior Golfers — supporting the next generation of champions.
Showcase Local Courses — from hidden gems to iconic destinations.
Bring Golf to Life — through cinematic, authentic video storytelling.

What Makes Us Different

We don't just observe the scene—we participate in it. We are on the courses, in the clubhouses, and behind the cameras because the people who make this community special deserve to be seen.

Story-Obsessed: We lead with cinematic, authentic video that brings the game to life.
Purpose-Led: We are a scalable media ecosystem designed to support the programs that make the game stronger.
Proudly Independent: Our content and partnerships are built on trust and organic integration, not intrusive advertising.

This Is Your Story

This isn’t just our platform; it’s yours. Whether you’re a scratch golfer, a parent of a rising star, a nonprofit leader, or a business partner, you have a place here.

Your course. Your league. Your journey. If it matters to the SoCal golf community, it matters to us. Welcome to Golf News Channel.

Let’s Build Something Unforgettable Together!

Join the Conversation: Your Story is Our News

Long Beach Golf News is built by the community, for the community. Your eyes and ears on the course are our most valuable resource! We are actively seeking your stories, your heroes, and your unique perspective on the local golf scene.

Submit Your News and Stories

Don't just read the news—help us write it! We invite you to share:

Local News Developments: Got a tip on a course renovation, a new pro shop opening, or a policy change at a municipal course? Let us know!
Event Coverage: Share details about upcoming local charity tournaments, corporate outings, or league events we should cover.
Unsung Heroes: Who is the ambassador, volunteer, grounds crew member, or junior mentor that deserves the spotlight? We want to tell their story.
Player Submissions: Send us your best golf photos, memorable moments, and personal achievements from Long Beach courses.

Reach out to the LBGN team directly to submit your stories and ideas!

Submit Your News and Stories