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Tag: junior golf

Nick Dougherty Has Proper Plan to Get Children Into Golf

Former professional and current Sky Sports presenter and commentator, Nick Dougherty has taken the Golf Foundation's Unleash Your Drive campaign, which aims to introduce golf into schools throughout the country, to the House of Commons. read more ...


Golf Becomes Major Hit During Children's Mental Health Week

The Golf Foundation has been celebrating the impact of its Unleash Your Drives in Schools project, which has seen nearly 500 schools declare their interest since last September, with the first venues now delivering golf sessions using adapted Golfway equipment to help the mental wellbeing of youngsters across the country. read more ...


Teen Golfers Ready For Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship

Quinta do Lago is the environment for the latest Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship, which is being contested from 30 October to 3 November. read more ...


Nick Dougherty Vows to Get Kids Into Golf

Nick Dougherty has recently launched the ambitious Unleash Your Drive project as part of his role as president of the Golf Foundation, which aims to use golf to help improve the mental wellbeing of children in all schools. Golfshake's Derek Clements lauds the initiative. read more ...


Funding Boost Provided to Grow Junior Golf in Great Britain And Ireland

Following a hugely successful week at The Open were the Golf Foundation delivered junior golf to over 6,000 people, The R&A has renewed its commitment as a partner with a funding boost. read more ...


GolfSixes League Encourages Jump in Junior Memberships at Golf Clubs

Junior membership figures have soared across the 542 golf clubs in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland who participated in the GolfSixes League in 2022 - with even more growth expected this year. read more ...


Juniors Light Up Quinta do Lago - Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship

This year’s iteration of the Justin Rose Telegraph Junior Golf Championship has concluded, with Dylan Shaw-Radford and Sophia Fullbrook winning the male and female titles respectively. read more ...


The Golf Foundation Delivers Golf Sessions as Part of UK Programme

Hot on the heels of the successful commonwealth games, the Golf Foundation continues to showcase golf to young people, having recently helped to deliver golf sessions to over 100 youngsters, as part of the Bring It On Brum festival in Cannon Hill Park. read more ...


American Golf Announce Support For Junior Leven Gold Medal Event

American Golf, title sponsor of The Leven Gold Medal, has announced it is opening the historic tournament up to children with a Junior Gold Medal event at the iconic Leven Links Golf Course, Fife, on Sunday 7th August. read more ...


The Golf Foundation Launches New School Golf Campaign

The Golf Foundation has launched a new campaign across schools as part of Youth Sport Trust's National School Sport Week, bringing the game to kids and shining a spotlight on those who already play. read more ...


Junior Golfers LOVE The GolfSixes League

The Golf Foundation has revealed that its GolfSixes League has been a huge success, drawing exceptionally positive feedback from junior golfers across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. read more ...


Exceptional Junior Golf Initiatives Thriving Across Scotland

With the 150th Open Championship at St Andrews, 2022 is set to be a major year for Scottish golf, and more schoolchildren across the nation will receive PGA quality coaching thanks to a pair of charities who have received funding from The Golf Foundation. read more ...


New Schools Programme Showcases Health Benefits of Golf

The Golf Foundation has launched its new Primary School Golf Programme, which using support from the Professional Golfers' Association (PGA) will bring the game and its health and mental wellbeing benefits to thousands of youngsters. read more ...


Top Junior Golfers Set For Faldo Series Grand Final

Europe's leading junior golfers are competing in the 25th Faldo Series Grand Final at Brocket Hall, following in the footsteps of many significant names who have previously come through the event overseen by six-time major champion Sir Nick Faldo. read more ...


GolfSixes League Benefits Junior Golfers Nationwide

Suffolk's GolfSixes League County Final was a resounding success, which reflected a similar story across the entire 72 leagues that are located throughout England, a format that has proven to be popular with junior golfers and parents alike. read more ...


Faldo Series Grand Final Returns to Brocket Hall

Bringing its finale back to Britain for the first time in nearly two decades, the Faldo Series has revealed that a dual European Grand Final (25th - 27th October) will be contested at Brocket Hall after last year's event in the Middle East was postponed. read more ...


Home Star Wins Faldo Series Scotland Championship at Ladybank

Highly regarded young Scottish golfer, Thomas Craig, triumphed at Ladybank Golf Club in Fife after winning a dramatic three-way playoff to secure the Faldo Series Scotland Championship. read more ...


Sir Nick Faldo Returns to Welwyn Garden City to Launch New Faldo Series Season

This year, the Faldo Series celebrates its 25th anniversary, so it's fitting that Sir Nick Faldo returns to where his own journey in golf began at Welwyn Garden City Golf Club for the launch of the new season. read more ...


Farleigh Showcases Athletic Approach to Junior Golf

Overseen by PGA Professional, Shain Johnson, Surrey's Farleigh Golf Club has showcased its approach to drawing the next generation into the game, starting kids young through regular weekend classes that focus on athleticism and movement before the technical aspects of golf are covered. read more ...


The Faldo Series Celebrates 25 Years With New Global Schedule

Celebrating 25 years of the Faldo Series, England's legendary golfer, Sir Nick Faldo has commented on the achievement after the Series revealed its global schedule for the 2021 season. read more ...


Faldo Series Europe Season Concludes With Dramatic Playoff in Scotland

The Faldo Series Europe season came to a remarkable conclusion at Ladybank Golf Club in Fife, where Scottish player Ruben Lindsay survived a six-man playoff to secure victory at the Scotland Championship. read more ...


How to Get More Juniors Playing Golf

While golf remains highly popular and naturally appealing to older people, can the game do more to connect with the next generation? Clearly, a significant number of golfers feel that the sport must become more dynamic and engaging in the future. Golfshake's Derek Clements shares his thoughts on how that can happen. read more ...


England Golf Launches First Mixed Gender Junior Championship

Breaking new ground in the game, England Golf has announced the English Under 18 Championship in 2021, which will see boys and girls competing alongside each other for the one trophy. read more ...


Faldo Series Makes History With Biggest Event at Wales Championship

Staged across the Vale Resort and Cottrell Park, the Faldo Series surpassed itself by hosting 260 elite junior golfers at the Wales Championship, with the players in search of an invite to the 24th Europe Grand Final in Abu Dhabi in November. read more ...


Faldo Series Signs R&A's Women in Golf Charter

Established by six-time major champion Sir Nick Faldo in 1996 to provide a competitive platform for junior golfers, the Faldo Series has underlined that commitment for both girls and boys worldwide, becoming the latest signatory of The R&A’s Women in Golf Charter. read more ...


More Young People Are Becoming Junior Members

Presenting an encouraging sign for the future of the game, The Golf Foundation has revealed that more young people are signing up as junior members, and staying part of golf clubs, through the HSBC Golf Roots Programme.  read more ...


Tim Henman Helps Serve Up Golf Foundation’s 'Golf is Open for Kids' Campaign

The Golf Foundation teamed up with British tennis legend Tim Henman to launch a mini campaign to get children and families into golf during what would have been the week of the 149th Open Championship. read more ...


The R&A Confirms Continued Support of Faldo Series

Having backed the Faldo Series since it was launched in 1996, The R&A has confirmed that it will continue its support of the international junior golf event founded by six-time major winner Sir Nick Faldo. read more ...


Playoff Decides Faldo Series Event at Kedleston Park

Carl Banner has won the Faldo Series England Midlands Championship, securing his place in the Grand Final, triumphing after a thrilling final round in wet and blustery conditions, beating a field of 99 at Kedleston Park in Derbyshire over the three days. read more ...


Competitive Scoring Defines Faldo Series Midlands Championship

The Faldo Series England Midlands Championship at Kedleston Park is closely fought as the final day approaches. Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken has been following the action and shares his reflections from the second round of the event. read more ...


The Faldo Series Heads to Kedleston Park

The Faldo Series is hosting the England Midlands Championship for elite young golfers at Kedleston Park in Derbyshire. Golfshake Ambassador Andy Picken has stopped by to get a feel for the event and what is happening, sharing his impressions in this report. read more ...


England's Arron Edwards-Hill Wins Faldo Series

There was success for emerging English talent, Arron Edwards-Hill, who was crowned the 23rd Faldo Series Europe Champion at Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club, Abu Dhabi, after completing a spectacular victory. read more ...


Are Fewer People Playing Golf in the UK?

It's a great time for British sport, but is that being reflected in the world of golf? Golfshake's Derek Clements reflects on the newly released Golf Participation Report by KPMG to see how the UK compares with the rest of Europe. read more ...


Is Golf Doing Enough?

Knowing that something needs addressed and actually doing something about it are two different things. There has been much said and written about how we can grow the game, but despite those lengthy debates, is golf collectively doing enough? read more ...


Lynx Launches New Junior Range of Golf Clubs

Designed for various ages starting as early as two years old, Lynx Golf has unveiled its new Ai Junior Golf Range, which has been created to provide a set of clubs that are ideally tailored to young golfers. read more ...


The Golf Foundation Looks to Build on Presence at Open

The Golf Foundation had a major presence at Royal Portrush during the Open Championship, including the presence of its Ambassadors, which is hoped could have significant benefits when it comes to drawing the next generation to the sport. read more ...


Golf Resort Group Applies Relaxed Junior Dress Code at Venues

Junior golf coach at Oulton Hall in Leeds, Thomas Devine made headlines after not applying a dress code to his pupils, but that stance has been backed by the Almarose group - who run five QHotels and two DoubleTree by Hilton venues - who have introduced those same relaxed rules at their other properties. read more ...


Golf Foundation Moves Unleash Your Drive Programme to Next Stage

Following a successful pilot, The Golf Foundation is taking its "Unleash Your Drive" programme for young people to the next stage, introducing the concept to PGA Professional Coaches across the country. read more ...


Girl and Boy Compete in Dramatic Playoff Finish to Faldo Series Asia Grand Final

Talented female teenager Chang Hsin-chiao secured a memorable triumph at the 13th Faldo Series Asia Grand Final after overcoming a male opponent in a dramatic playoff with the legendary six-time major champion, Sir Nick Faldo, watching on. read more ...


Faldo Series Europe Reveals Schedule for 2019

Marking its 23rd year, the Faldo Series has revealed its European schedule for 2019, consisting of 15 tournaments played across 11 nations, ultimately leading to a winner being crowned in the Grand Final to be held in November. read more ...


Exceptional Standard at Internationally Diverse Faldo Series Europe Finals

There was an exceptional quality of golf at the Faldo Series Europe Finals, welcoming the most internationally diverse field in the event's history, crowned by Chinese Taipei's Ting-Yu Chen who shot a final round of 68 to win the Grand Final. read more ...


Oceanico World Kids Set for 10th Year at Amendoeira Golf Resort

The Oceanico World Kids Championship has been a popular event for a decade, and the milestone 10th edition will again return to the Amendoeira Golf Resort this July, with the tournament for young golfers being contested over the renowned Faldo and O'Connor Jnr Courses. read more ...


Entries Open for 2018 UK Faldo Series Events

The 2018 Faldo Series UK Season begins in the Spring, with entries now open for the 54-hole tournaments that count towards the World Amateur Golf Ranking. Winners of the individual age groups will be invited by Sir Nick Faldo to compete against the rest in the Grand Final at the end of the year. read more ...


Nick Faldo to Host Major Champions Invitational Supporting Young Golfers

Six-time major champion Sir Nick Faldo has unveiled the Major Champions Invitational, an event that will provide junior golfers, both male and female, with an incredible competitive experience, supported by major winners such as Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth. read more ...


Belfry Golf Coach Becomes One of UK's Top Junior Instructors

The Belfry's popular junior golf programme has received a significant enhancement after its Senior Teaching Professional, Phil Akers, completed his Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Level 3 Junior Coach certification, becoming only the seventh PGA Professional in the UK to achieve this major status. read more ...


Growing Golf the Right Way at Bawburgh and Norwich Family Golf Centre

One of the biggest problems facing golf today is the lack of people taking up the game, but through Bawburgh Golf Club and its Norwich Family Golf Centre, progressive efforts are being made in Norwich. Golfshake's Derek Clements takes a closer look at the story behind the venue that has seen a thriving membership. read more ...


Study Confirms that Family is Key to Growing Golf

Increasing participation and driving more youngsters to golf is something that the game is attempting to achieve, and an independent study that was conducted by Sports Marketing Surveys INC. for the Golf Foundation has confirmed the crucial importance that families will play in this process. read more ...


Girls Golf Rocks Launches Campaign in Staffordshire

With the launch of a campaign designed to inspire new players to have fun and play a new sport, Girls Golf Rocks is set to make a difference in Staffordshire, with female golfers from the county squad to act as Ambassadors, sharing their enjoyment and encouraging other girls, aged five to 18. read more ...


World Kids Golf Championship Announced at Amendoeira Resort

Continuing to inspire young golfers, the stunning Amendoeira Golf Resort is set to stage the 9th edition of its Oceanico World Kids Golf Championship this summer, to be played over the renowned Faldo and O’Connor Jnr Courses from 24 – 28 July 2017. read more ...


Two Young Assistant Pros Make Huge Strides for Junior Golf at Broke Hill

Looking to boost the numbers and participation, Broke Hill Golf Club is offering free memberships to juniors after two young assistant professionals took matters into their own hands.  read more ...


Close House and Lee Westwood Announce Junior Masters

Close House is hosting the 2017 British Masters later this year, and in addition to that quality event, resident European Tour star Lee Westwood has joined them to launch a Junior Masters that will take place in September. read more ...


Rules Mistake Costs Durham Schoolboy Course Record

15-year-old Josh Hogarth certainly learned a valuable lesson on route to securing the South Moor junior title and the Durham County Junior Golf Society Championship, after a rules mistake cost him a hole-in-one! read more ...


Stoke Park Launches Golf and Tennis Training Camp for Under 14s

Youngsters have an opportunity to learn a new sport this year, with the launch of an exciting golf and tennis training camp being announced at the award-winning five-star Stoke Park Country Club. read more ...


Entries Now Open For 2016 Oceanico World Kids Golf Championship

Entries are now open for the eighth edition of the Oceanico World Kids Golf Championship, which looks set to achieve a record field with the Algarve-based event proving to be extremely popular with junior golfers. read more ...


La Manga Club Has Strengthened Its Commitment To Junior Golf With New Tour Partnership

Spain’s award-winning La Manga Club has extended its already noteworthy and significant support of junior golf after forming a new partnership with the Shires Junior Golf Tour. read more ...


Taking The "Big" Approach To Growing the Game

One club in Nottinghamshire is reflecting on the success of its decision to go large and dynamic in the drive to encourage more people in the community to start playing golf. read more ...


Next Generation of Golfers Hit the Green at Spey Valley

Macdonald Aviemore Resort welcomed more than 130 school children from Highland schools to its world famous golf course. read more ...


Growing Junior Golf - Interview with PGA Pro Allan Knox

How do we attract more kids to the game? It is arguably the most important question to be answered in golf. Kieran Clark interviews PGA Pro Allan Knox and finds out what they have been doing at King James VI. read more ...


Golphinforkids gets R&A Swingzone Backing

Golphinforkids the innovative new concept in golf clubs for children - has been chosen by The R&A for its Swingzone area at this year's Open Championship. read more ...


Free Junior Memberships with the QFairway club

QHotels is leading the drive to find the game’s next generation of stars after announcing free memberships for juniors at all 11 of its UK venues as part of its new QFairway club – the country’s most flexible golf membership. read more ...


Principality Junior Wales Open Welcomes Disabled Golfers

First Welsh tournament to embrace modified rules for disabled players. read more ...


Jaxx Golf Supporting National Golf Month & Junior Golf

Game-improvement specialist Jaxx Golf is offering the perfect way for junior golfers to join in with May's National Golf Month. read more ...


Bunker Mentality Sponsors Lee Westwood Golf Tour

The Lee Westwood Golf Tour have announced a new sponsorship deal with UK golf fashion brand Bunker Mentality who have agreed to sponsor a series of prizes for the 2014 tour. read more ...


Brocket Hall on a Mission to Become One of the Country’s Leading Junior Academies

The Palmerston Academy at Brocket Hall Golf Club in Hertfordshire, is planning a transformation this year as it seeks to become one of the leading junior academies in the country. read more ...


2014 Mizuno Race 2 Rockliffe Under Starter's Orders

Durham’s successful junior golf order of merit, the Mizuno Race 2 Rockliffe, continues to go from strength to strength. read more ...


Junior Membership Now Free at all Crown Golf Clubs for Under 14s

Crown Golf have announced a new policy offering no fees for under 14 Junior Members if their parent, grandparent or guardian is member at one of their 25 golf clubs. read more ...


Principality Building Society Renews Sponsorship of Junior Wales Open

Five Easter qualifying events around Wales for nation’s premier junior golf tournament. read more ...


Nottinghamshire Golf Announce 2014 Rookie Tour

Young golfers in Nottinghamshire can tee up this summer like the pros with a new tour all of their own. read more ...


St Mellion offers revolutionary scholarship for young golfers

St Mellion is building for the future and is offering 25 young golfers a fantatic scholarship to include free membership and coaching for 25 youngsters. read more ...


Friendly, flexible and family orientated courses could double number of golfers

A new survey has revealed that the number of people playing golf in the UK could be doubled if clubs and courses were friendlier, encouraged families and offered greater flexibility and better playing conditions. read more ...


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