DURHAM golf paid a special tribute to the unsung volunteers who do so much to help grow the game in the region.
The Durham County Golf Partnership’s second Development Awards evening – held at Durham County Cricket Club’s ground – presented 13 prizes to helpers of all ages and backgrounds.
The meeting heard about the CGP’s plans for its seventh year and the progress made so far in bringing new players into golf and into potential club membership.
Clubs learnt how the CGP can help them introduce the sport to people of all ages and abilities with information on development initiatives, resources and available funding.
Says Jonathan Ward, development officer for Durham: “The evening was a great opportunity for club and county representatives to recognise the commitment of volunteers, clubs and coaches. It was also a chance to celebrate their outstanding contributions.
Among the award winners from Aycliffe were:
Club Development Volunteer of the Year: Anita Maxwell/Pat Usher (Woodham GC). The pair kept the ladies section together when the club closed, organising trips and competitions at other courses, setting up a ladies section at another club before returning to Woodham when it re-opened.
Get into Golf Project of the Year: Oakleaf Golf Club. Showed commitment to attracting ladies into the game with social and structured coaching activity backed up with playing, competing and membership opportunities tailored towards females, all led by PGA Pro Julie Welch.
Get into golf is a national campaign to inspire adults to take up the game and is run by the England Golf Partnership through its network of County Golf Partnerships, supported by Sport England and National Lottery funding.
Get into golf opportunities include FREE taster session and low-cost beginner courses with PGA professionals. They are a fun and sociable way to start golf – and a great way to make new friends.
To find your nearest centre visit getintogolf.org and look at the activity map or call 0800 118 2766
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Durham County Golf Partnership’s Development Award winners
