PGA Fellow professional Sarah Bennett’s fundraising to finance research into the rare type of cancer that caused the death of Wendy Lodder, a close friend, has helped scientists make a major breakthrough. Lodder, an England Golf under 18 east region volunteer manager, was diagnosed with advanced thymic carcinoma in
The family of PGA Professional Jonny Pearce plan to make a hugely successful charity golf day an annual fundraiser for The Brain Tumour Charity and the East Cheshire Hospice in memory of Jonny. Jonny, who was affectionately known as JP died on November 25th last year after a four-year
Robert Daw’s career in golf has just moved up a gear with his appointment as Royal Ascot Golf Club’s new PGA Head Professional. Former assistant pro Daw is relishing the prospect of his new role, and a major part of that will be helping the club increase its membership.
Paul Lawrie, a two-time Ryder Cup player, has been named as Team Europe’s captain for next year’s Junior Ryder Cup in Wisconsin. The proud PGA Professional said he is “absolutely delighted” to have been appointed in the post, having been heavily involved in junior golf since launching the Paul
Once the turkey has been eaten and pine needles start to fall off the Christmas tree, plenty of people turn their thoughts to booking a holiday. But PGA professional Andy Fletcher has long had his 2020 travel plans in the diary. Indeed, they were confirmed before the tinsel even
The PGA Golf Academy at Formby Hall will remain one of the UK’s leading practice facilities after extending its relationship with The PGA for a further three years. The PGA Golf Academy at Formby Hall ensures seasoned professionals, as well as beginners feel welcome in the heart of England’s
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PGA Professional Stephen Chick is hoping the recent SEASAC Golf event at The International School Yangon will be a catalyst for growing the grassroots game in Myanmar. Chick, who is the Director of Golf at Pun Hlaing Golf Club, has been leading the development of golf in the area
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The Toby Sunderland Award recognises an outstanding charitable act or contribution by a PGA Professional. PGA pros across the world regularly raise tens of thousands of pounds per year for charity and give their time freely to support causes close to their hearts. This ongoing support to community developments,
