08 Jan 07, St Andrews, SCOTLAND – Steve North, director of instruction at the state of the art St Andrews Links Golf Academy, has been included in Golf Monthly’s list of Top 25 UK Golf Coaches.
PGA Golf Management, who provide instruction on behalf of St Andrews Links Trust at the Links Golf Academy are delighted with the accolade, which recognises the organisation’s commitment to provide world class coaching at the Home of Golf.
Keith Haslam, operations director for PGA Golf Management commented: ‘We sought out the highest quality golf instructor to head the development of St Andrews Links Golf Academy and in Steve we have achieved this. This accolade, which come a little over a year since he took up post in St Andrews, is testament to what he has achieved to date.’
St Andrews Links Golf Academy features four ultra modern coaching studios, utilising the industry’s latest digital technology. The academy also features Applied Golf Technology who deliver Tour standard custom fit and equipment services.
Alan McGregor, general manager of St Andrews Links Trust added: ‘Steve has made a huge impact on the golfing population of St Andrews since his arrival. He has been able to communicate his ideas and knowledge to players of all levels and abilities, from complete beginners to elite golfers. It is great to see this recognised by Golf Monthly.’
Commenting on his inclusion in the Golf Monthly list, Steve said “it is fantastic to be recognised personally although this has been a great team effort and could not have been possible without the support and vision of St Andrews Links Trust”.
