BIGGA members invited to join Ryder Cup team

BIGGA members are being invited to take part in one of golf’s most prominent and exciting events.

The Ryder Cup is believed to be the third largest sporting event in the world and FEGGA and its partners, Capillary Concrete and Le Golf National, are offering 10 support team placements for the 2018 event.

The team will join Alejandro Reyes and his team to showcase the peak best practices in the industry in order to provide the ultimate in playing conditions for the competing Europe and USA teams.

The opportunity will combine education, networking and business relationship opportunities and will enhance what will be a memorably experience for all attending as chosen support team members.

The Ryder Cup takes place at Le Golf National near Paris, France, on 23-30 September 2018.

Every greenkeeper and superintendent member of BIGGA and the other FEGGA national greenkeeping associations is invited to submit an application to qualify to be part of this exciting team of outstanding professionals.

The support team will receive the hands on experience of preparing and maintaining the Albatross Course, both before and during the Ryder Cup matches. This will also be combined with educational sessions and career development clinics led by leading teachers in the industry.

All greenkeepers and superintendents who are selected will have:

• All accommodation and food provided during the stay

• Will be supplied with a Ryder Cup uniform

• Will be given support of €150 for their respected travel from home to the selected airport in Paris

All applicants are required to:

• Have a minimum of three years’ experience working as a greenkeeper and have been a member of their respective association for a period of at least two years

• Must be able to attend the volunteer programme from 24-30 September 2018

• Confirm they will conduct themselves to the highest possible standard while on site, adhering to Le Golf National rules and regulations and codes of work practices during the day.

Click here to apply to take part.

The deadline for applications is 16 March 2018.

from BIGGA Updates http://bigga.org.uk/about-us/news/bigga-memberder-cup-team/01050.html
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