Dennis Walters, an internationally-acclaimed trick-shot artist, is one of golf’s remarkable stories of perseverance and determination. He travels throughout the country providing an entertaining exhibition that showcases incredible skill while also spreading the message that having a disability does not limit people from achieving their dreams.

Asy a young man, Walters’ future in golf seemed solidified. In 1971 he finished 11th at the U.S. Amateur Championship and was preparing to try for a career as a professional golfer. This dream was sidelined in 1974 when he suffered an accident on the golf course that left him paralyzed below the waist. While many golfers would have given up their dreams of pursuing golf as a career, Walters embraced this adversity. During his rehabilitation, he adapted a swivel chair onto a golf cart, allowing him to play from a seated position. Since this time he has used the game of golf to promote his message that all things are truly possible. Beginning in 1977, Walters has been spreading his passion for golf to audiences throughout the world with his traveling Golf Show.

Having a deep interest in promoting the lessons and values that can be taught through the game of golf, Walters has appeared at USGA championships, PGA Tour and LPGA events, and has visited chapters of The First Tee. Walters ‘s golf bag, 35 clubs full, may stretch beyond the limitations of the Rules of Golf but it certainly does not lack in variety. His array of clubs is made with items such as a fishing rod, a cell phone, and three club heads for his self-titled “3 iron.”

In 2008, Walters was honored with the PGA Distinguished Service Award. The honor recognizes outstanding individuals who display leadership and humanitarian qualities, including integrity, sportsmanship and enthusiasm for the game of golf. Walters joins such legends as Bob Hope, Jack Nicklaus, and Arnold Palmer.

For information as to how you can see Walters, as well as his dog Benji Hogan, when he comes to your area, please visit www.denniswalters.com.