Fresh investment to increase golf coaching opportunities for Scottish girls

Following the success of Team Europe at the 2019 Solheim Cup, Scottish Golf is expanding its Girls Golf Hubs across the country.

Scottish Golf is expanding its Girls Golf Hubs across Scotland.

The new investment from the Golf Development Fund, VisitScotland and the R&A will enable the governing body to work in partnership with 60 golf clubs to provide girls across Scotland with beginner level coaching in a fun and friendly environment.

The new hubs will be supported through investment in a PGA professional who will deliver a six-week block of coaching. All hubs will also be provided with access to a new marketing portal that will allow them to promote their sessions locally.

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