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Drawing on their work at the AFRIYEA Golf Academy, Mwesige and Walker stressed the importance of instilling life skills in young golfers.
Isaiah Mwesige and Leighton Walker made a notable appearance at the Golf Club Managers Association (GCMA) 2023 Conference, held in Leicester, United Kingdom.
Mwesige is the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of AFRIYEA Golf Academy in Uganda while Walker is the Chairman of the Board of Directors.
Walker is also general manager of Cirencester Golf Club.
Both delegates were captivated by their compelling presentation on the theme of improving lives through golf.
From 12th at 14th In November 2023, the GCMA conference brought together club leaders from across Europe for a three-day event.
Mwesige and Walker moderated the side session, during which they focused on the theme of “improve lives through golf.”
The duo urged participants to embrace life skills and environmental sustainability in the field of junior golf coaching.
Drawing on their work at the AFRIYEA Golf Academy, Mwesige and Walker stressed the importance of instilling life skills in young golfers.
They emphasized the importance of providing these budding athletes with the tools to not only excel in sports, but also thrive in various aspects of life.
The side session also highlighted the integration of environmental sustainability into junior coaching programs.
By introducing children to the importance of environmental protection from a young age, they develop a passion for preserving their environment and a sense of responsibility towards future generations.
The GCMA conference, held in Hinckley, Leicester, attracted around 300 participants, including GCMA members, industry experts and various partners.
Regarded as Europe’s largest gathering of club managers, the event provided a valuable platform for networking, education, inspiration and sharing strategies to improve the golf industry.
The collaborative environment of the conference allowed like-minded professionals to exchange knowledge, discuss industry trends and collaborate on innovative approaches to improve golf club management practices.
The engaging presentations and discussions highlighted the unwavering commitment of the GCMA and its members to continually raising standards within the industry.
Mwesige shared his views on the importance of instilling life skills in young golfers, saying:
“Golf is not just a sport, but a valuable tool for developing well-rounded individuals. By developing skills such as discipline, resilience and teamwork, we enable these young golfers to excel not only on the course but also in their personal and professional lives. Mwesige’s remarks.
This conference is unlike any other, and the GCMA will surely challenge the golf industry on the highest values of teamwork and creating a team culture, which grows global management.
“On a personal level, attending this conference exposed me not only to what other golf course managers are doing, but also learning from other organizations like the good work of the Golf Foundation and England Golf . And I’ve been lucky enough to work with good people who are doing good work for the industry. Mwesige added.
The event featured keynote speakers such as Owen Eastwood, who worked with the 2023 Ryder Cup winning European team and also the owner of Book Rather, released in 2023 and debuting in the top 40 d ‘Amazon and has been ranked #1 on Amazon for business coaching and business. management
Others include Kevin Fish, Craig Haldane and Brendan Hall.
The event had title sponsors such as Fairway Credit, Rain Bird, among others.
