Club of the Year
Recognising golf clubs that exemplify excellence in community engagement, member experience, and inclusive practices
Entry Requirements:
Open to traditional members’ clubs, commercial clubs, and community clubs.
Nomination Questions:
Community Impact (200 words)
Describe how the club has engaged with its local community to provide opportunities for people to learn and play golf in a welcoming environment, as well as utilize facilities and participate in social activities.
Member Experience (200 words)
How has the club provided quality experiences to existing and new members? Include both playing and social opportunities, highlighting any innovative approaches.
Inclusivity & Accessibility (200 words)
Provide examples of how this club has created an accessible and inclusive environment while adhering to all safeguarding standards.
Additional Information (200 words)
Include any other achievements or initiatives that support this nomination.
Facility of the Year
Recognising golf clubs that exemplify excellence in community engagement, member experience, and inclusive practices.
Entry Requirements:
Eligible facilities include: driving ranges, short courses, par-3 courses, pitch and putt courses, simulator venues, adventure golf venues, or complexes with multiple amenities
Nomination Questions:
Community Engagement (200 words)
What has this facility done to engage with its local community and provide opportunities for people to learn and play golf in an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment?
User Experience (200 words)
How has the facility provided quality experiences to users, including both playing and social opportunities? Highlight any innovative approaches.
Continued Participation (200 words)
How does this facility inspire users to continue playing and enjoying golf regularly?
Additional Information (200 words)
Include any other achievements or initiatives that support this nomination.
Junior Greenkeeper of the Year
Recognising exceptional junior greenkeeping staff who have made significant contributions to their course maintenance in 2024.
Entry Requirements:
Must be employed as a junior greenkeeper for at least one year.
Nomination Questions:
Impact & Testimonials (400 words)
Detail how this person has made a significant difference to the golf course they manage, including the impact on players, members, visitors, staff, or other volunteers.
Supporting testimonials are recommended.
Exceptional Commitment (200 words)
Explain how this person has gone above and beyond expectations and demonstrated outstanding commitment and enthusiasm for their role.
Greenkeeper of the Year
Recognising exceptional senior greenkeeping staff who have made significant contributions to their course maintenance in 2024.
Entry Requirements:
Must be employed as a senior greenkeeper for at least one year.
Nomination Questions:
Impact & Testimonials (400 words)
Detail how this person has made a significant difference to the golf course they manage, including the impact on players, members, visitors, junior staff, or other volunteers.
Supporting testimonials are recommended.
Exceptional Commitment (200 words)
Explain how this person has gone above and beyond expectations and demonstrated outstanding commitment and enthusiasm for their role.
Bar & Restaurant of the Year
Recognising exceptional attitude, bar & restaurant presentation and customer service.
Entry Requirements:
Must be a bar & restaurant as part of a member’s golf club.
Nomination Questions:
Impact & Testimonials (400 words)
Detail how this facility has made a significant difference to the golf club, including the influence on players, members, visitors, staff, or other volunteers.
Supporting testimonials are recommended.
Exceptional Commitment (200 words)
Explain how this facility has gone above and beyond expectations and demonstrated outstanding commitment, quality food and excellent customer service.
Pro Shop Manager of the Year
Recognising exceptional attitude, store presentation and customer service.
Entry Requirements:
Must be a permanent member of staff at the golf pro shop.
Nomination Questions:
Impact & Testimonials (400 words)
Detail how this person has made a significant difference to the Pro Shop they manager, including the impact on players, members, visitors, staff, or other volunteers.
Supporting testimonials are recommended.
Exceptional Commitment (200 words)
Explain how this person has gone above and beyond expectations and demonstrated outstanding commitment and enthusiasm for their role.
Sustainability Project of the Year
Recognising exceptional environmental, social, or economic sustainability initiatives
Entry Requirements:
Project must have been completed in 2024 (though it may have started earlier)
Nomination Focus Areas:
Environmental: Reducing carbon emissions, conserving water, improving waste management, increasing biodiversity, or educating members on environmental issues
Social: Working with the local community, reducing inequalities, promoting inclusion, or encouraging community groups to utilise the golf club
Economic: Incorporating sustainability into business plans, investing in green technology, or allocating funds toward sustainability projects
Nomination Question:
Provide specific details on the project itself, impacts made, and why this project deserves special recognition (800 words maximum)
Volunteer of the Year
Recognizing exceptional volunteers who have made significant contributions to golf in 2024.
Entry Requirements:
Must have been involved in volunteer activities during 2024
Activities may be within a club, county, community, school, or university
Nomination Questions:
2024 Achievements (200 words)
Detail what the volunteer achieved in 2024.
Impact (200 words)
Explain how they achieved their goals, including details of how they impacted the lives of players, members, visitors, staff, and other volunteers.
Personal Qualities (100 words)
Describe the personal characteristics that set them apart as a great volunteer.
Women & Girls Trailblazer
Recognising efforts to increase female participation in golf.
Entry Requirements:
Open to individuals, projects, campaigns, or clubs that provide opportunities for women and girls to take up or continue enjoying golf.
Nomination Questions:
Engagement Strategy (200 words)
Explain how this individual, project, campaign, or club has helped engage women and girls within the community through golf participation/activities.
Reach & Impact
How many players and/or members has this activity reached/engaged?
Testimonials (200 words)
Provide testimonials from individuals who have benefited from this action.
Future Plans (200 words)
Detail any plans for development and future impact.
Additional Information (200 words)
Include any other relevant information that supports this nomination.
Supplier of the Year
Recognising excellent service and value in delivery to golf clubs.
Entry Requirements:
Open to companies, businesses or individuals who deliver a service or product to golf clubs.
Nomination Questions:
Client Satisfaction (200 words)
Explain how this company, business or individual has helped improve delivery of a service or product to a golf club, while maintaining excellent customer service.
Testimonials (200 words)
Provide testimonials from individuals who have benefited from this action.
