The fairways of the Lusignan Golf Club (LGC) are set to become more diverse and vibrant as the club implements ambitious plans to significantly expand access to the sport across Guyana.
With a clear strategic focus on welcoming more women, nurturing junior talent, and introducing the game to complete newcomers, the LGC is actively working to shed golf’s traditional image and build a genuinely inclusive community.
A particularly encouraging development is the emergence of the “Fairway Ladies,” a dynamic new group comprising business professionals and diplomatic corps members. Many within this enthusiastic contingent are entirely new to golf but have expressed a strong desire to embrace the sport and become active members of the Lusignan fraternity.
Chet Bowling, Secretary of the Lusignan Golf Club, highlighted the club’s commitment to supporting this burgeoning interest. “We’re planning to engage them by providing coaches and introductory sessions to the game,” Bowling explained.
“Our goal is to eventually launch what we hope will become a Women’s Golf League. These women are excited, and we want to create a space where they can learn, play, and grow within the sport.”
The LGC’s dedication to cultivating the next generation of Guyanese golfers remains a cornerstone of their development strategy.
Preparations are underway for the eagerly anticipated Annual Summer Camp, scheduled to run throughout July and August.
This extensive programme goes beyond the confines of the Lusignan course. The club plans to conduct clinics in diverse locations across Regions 4, 5, 6, and 10.
“We’re currently in the planning stages and have reached out to Republic Bank, who sponsored us in 2023, to come on board again,” Bowling confirmed, referencing the successful partnership that supported the junior programme in the past.
“It’s an extensive program where we run clinics across Regions 4, 5, 6, and 10.
Some of our members volunteer to travel and conduct those clinics, which culminate in a grand finale at the Lusignan Golf Club.” The recommitment of corporate partners like Republic Bank is seen as crucial to the success and expansion of these vital youth initiatives.
These focused initiatives underscore the LGC’s broader mission to dismantle perceived barriers to golf participation.
By taking the sport directly to schoolchildren in various regions and actively inviting women from diverse backgrounds, the club is working to demonstrate that golf is a game for everyone, regardless of age, gender, or location.
While the LGC continues to host significant tournaments and forge strategic partnerships within the sporting and corporate sectors, its renewed emphasis on outreach and inclusivity signals a clear vision.
The Lusignan Golf Club is positioning itself as a premier golfing venue and a vital community hub dedicated to expanding the sport’s footprint and impact across Guyana.
As Bowling articulately said, “It’s all about building a golf culture in Guyana—one that’s welcoming, engaging, and truly representative of the diverse talent and potential we have across the country.”
The efforts at Lusignan suggest a promising trajectory for the growth of golf as a truly national sport in Guyana. (Modified Press Release from LGC)
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