Roll of Honour: ICL Continue to Learn Scholars

The ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship is collaborative initiative between ICL and BIGGA (British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association),  providing educational and professional development opportunities through ‘Continue to Learn’ at BTME.

Following a selection process, the ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship provides five BIGGA members with the chance to attend the Continue to Learn event at BTME. Valued at approximately £500, the scholarship includes three nights of hotel accommodation and a comprehensive education package.

Roll of Honour

We are proud to celebrate the achievements of our ICL BIGGA Scholars. Here is the roll of honour for the past few years, showcasing their dedication and contributions to the field of golf course management.

ICL Scholars 2024

• Jamie Caswell – Blue Course Supervisor, Frilford Heath Golf Club
• Chris Hale – Deputy Course Manager, Taunton & Pickeridge Golf Club
• Sam Norman – Assistant Greenkeeper, Abbey Hill Golf Club
• Kate Stillwell – Course Superintendent, The Inspiration Club
• Jason Norwood – Greenkeeper, Reay Golf Club

ICL Scholars 2023

• Allan Spalding – Assistant Greenkeeper, Lundin Golf Club
• Jarno Ruscoe – Greenkeeper, Ingestre Park Golf Club
• Michael Sparke – Deputy Course Manager, Kings Hill Golf Club
• Nicholas Thorley – Deputy Head Greenkeeper, Saunton Golf Club
• Patrick Brown – Assistant Greenkeeper, Wentworth Club

ICL Scholars 2022

• Kevin Butler – Greenkeeper, Saunton Golf Club
• Michael Gibbons – Greenkeeper, Dunham Forest Golf Club
• Abigail Laker – Greenkeeper, Frilford Heath Golf Club
• Michael Russell – Greenkeeper, Preston Golf Club
• Jeremy Ward – Head Greenkeeper, Bradford Moor Golf Club

ICL Scholars 2021

• Neil Gilham – Reigate Hill Golf Club
• Chris Low – Olton Golf Club
• James Matthewman – Maesteg Golf Club
• Laura Sayer-Hall – Ardfin Golf Club
• Jamie Wright – Huntercombe Golf Club

ICL Scholars 2020

• William Curran – Beaverbrook Golf Club
• John Milne – Rothes Golf Club
• Thomas Tomlinson – Boldon Golf Club
• Melissa Winkworth – Goring and Streatley Golf Club
• Phil Worth – Macclesfield Golf Club

ICL Scholars 2019

• Blair Shearer – Dunbar Golf Club
• Dan Dooley – Mount Murray Golf Club
• David Stewart – Walmley Golf Club
• Jorge Manso – Coombe Wood Golf Club
• Andrew Brown – Boundary Lakes

ICL Scholars 2018

• Daniel Ashelby – Wilmslow Golf Club
• Michael Barnard – Royal Automobile Club
• Philip Billinghurst – Woburn Golf Club
• Michael Hughes – Scotscraig Golf Club
• Simon Pyett – Halesworth Golf Club

ICL Scholars 2017

• Lyle Davidson – The Carrick
• James Evans – Woburn Golf and Country Club
• James Sergeant – Sudbrook Moor GC
• Richard Sheldon – Marriott Forest of Arden
• Darrell Crowley – Owston Hall Golf Club

Conclusion

The  Scholars represent dedicated greenkeepers and golf course managers who have benefited from the opportunity to attend BTME through the scholarship. Their commitment to professional growth and development helps advance the field of golf course management.

We celebrate these individuals and their contributions to the industry, looking forward to their continued success and impact on the world of golf course management.

For more information about how to apply, visit the BIGGA website.