Despite the main golf season being a number of months away, there’s some important announcements in News in Brief this month – read about our forthcoming open competitions, the arrival (and return) of key Academy teaching professionals, Leeds Golf Centre’s aspiring tour professional and the winners of some excellent prizes in our Xmas draw!
Open Competitions Announced
March sees the opening of our wonderful new Wike Ridge layout – a far more challenging and enjoyable test of golf than its predecessor – so what better way to find out what all the fuss is about than entering one of our open events!
Just four dates have been announced this far, with more events due to be added to the calendar in the coming months. First up on Sunday 28th April is a nett event for men, an individual medal costing just £15 per person. Just six weeks later on Sunday 9th June, the Wike Ridge Classic will welcome some of the region’s best club golfers to do battle in a 36 hole scratch medal (maximum handicap is 9, entries are just £20 per person).
If individual competitions are not your thing, we are also holding betterball Stableford events for both men and ladies – taking place on Tuesday 2nd July (ladies – entries are £28 per pair including coffee and biscuits on arrival) and Thursday 25th July (men – entries are £30 per pair) respectively.
All of the mens’ open competitions will be played from the new Wike Ridge ‘indigo’ championship tees – watch out for more news on this in the coming weeks and months. To obtain an entry form, simply click here, call 0113 288 6000 or email opendays@leedsgolfcentre.com.
Joe Feather Takes On Asia!
Some of you may not be aware that Leeds Golf Centre has its very own aspiring tour pro – Joe Feather – who flew out to Asia at the start of the New Year to do battle on the Asian tour. After months of dedicated practice and training during 2012’s close season, Joe has a challenging season ahead – his aspiration to ‘make the grade’ will not be easy but many will no doubt wish to join us in wishing him the very best of luck.
The best way to stay up to date with Joe’s progress is via his Twitter feed. Joe will be posting his scores and giving regular updates on his relative performance – similarly, we will report on any significant news via this monthly email newsletter.
Xmas Prize Draw Winners!
The 10 winners of our hugely popular ‘Pro Xmas Draw’ have been revealed – are you one of the lucky few or has a friend scooped a prize? See below for details!
- David Medcalf – TaylorMade R11 irons
- Mark Gunn – Mizuno waterproofs
- Len Wright – Nike lambswool sweater
- Jeff Laverack – Mizuno sweater
- Sam Hamblett – Nike sweater
- Jan Forsted – Glenmuir ladies sweater
- Steve Sirrell – Ivanhoe shirt
- Gerry Hudson – Leeds Golf Centre carry bag
- Peter Rushton – Leeds Golf Centre umbrella
- Roy Johnson – Leeds Golf Centre cap
Jim Pape Joins LGC Academy and Bill Ferguson Returns!
Just in case you missed our pre-Xmas newsletters, LGC’s Academy has been further strengthened with the arrival of Jim Pape, Executive Chairman for PGA North Region and member of the National PGA Executive. As one of an elite group of coaches with Advanced PGA Professional status, Jim has been a member of the PGA since 1964 and holds the accolade ‘fellow of the PGA status for services to professional golf’. He is a previous Captain of Yorkshire PGA and has even coached the Norwegian national team and royalty.
We’d also love to say ‘welcome back’ to Bill Ferguson, our coveted Master Professional, who returns after illness in the second half of last year. Bill is steeped in the history books as a coach to Seve Ballesteros, Colin Montgomerie and Ian Woosnam amongst other legends of the game.
Jim and Bill are now taking lesson bookings at Leeds Golf Centre, priced at £50 for an hour or £25 for 30 minutes. To book, call 0113 288 6000, visit the Pro Shop or email academy@leedsgolfcentre.com.
Great Value Winter Society Rates Continue
Now that the festive season has passed, what better way to freshen the senses than a game of golf and some healthy competition with friends or colleagues? We’ve got some cracking offers for group golf over the next few weeks – book your visit and play in January or February to enjoy a Leeds Golf Centre experience without breaking the bank!
Choose 18 holes with a breakfast sandwich and hot beverage for just £13.50 per person (available Monday to Thursday, minimum 8 golfers) or 18 holes with a breakfast sandwich and hot beverage plus a hearty winter stew for just £18.50 per person on weekdays or £22.50 per person at weekends (minimum 4 golfers).
The full price must be paid in full at time of booking and no refunds are available – however, if the course is closed or weather conditions prevent your visit, we will seek to rearrange the date or hold your deposit towards a society event later in the season.
Call now on 0113 288 6000 to enquire about tee time availability or to book.
