Gloucestershire Golf Union
Lockdown Lounge. Meet the Exec with Ian James, U16 Squad Manager
Name and role within The Gloucestershire Golf Union
Ian James Roles: 1. U16 Squad Manager and 2. Chairman of comms strategy group
Tell us what your role is about and what it involves
1. Managing the U16 squad: - regular Comms and contact with the boys & parents - Creating a schedule of events for each season - regular Liaison with U16 County Coach (James Tuck) - regular performance meetings with Managers & Coaches - picking teams for U16 matches - Organising all the matches
2. Comms Strategy - having defined the overarching GGU Comms strategy, now helping to drive that through. - Chair regular monthly meeting and produce actions - attend Exec meetings and report on progress.
Why do you do this role in the GGU?
1. Because I enjoy seeing our juniors grow and develop into better players.
2. Because I was asked to undertake the role of Chairman and felt I could add some value in undertaking the role.
Describe your top three most memorable golf moments in Gloucestershire
1. My hole in one at the 7th @ Bristol & Clifton
2. My performance in the Seniors County Championships at Chipping Sodbury 3. Taking the GGU U14/U16 squad to the SWCGA U14/U16 Championships at Knighton Heath
What do you look forward to the most in a season?
1. Playing Golf !!
2. Seeing the Junior boys develop and watching them perform in matches & competitions
How have you been keeping busy during 'Lockdown'?
1. Gardening
2. Cycling
3. Outstanding House jobs
4. GGU meetings!
What are your aspirations for the game of golf in Gloucestershire?
For the GGU to be recognised as running the best County Training programme in England - For all the boys to be given every opportunity to maximise their potential
What one piece of advice can you offer to clubs affiliated to the GGU?
Encourage Juniors to play golf at your club - they are the future!
What one piece of advice can you offer golfers wanting to explore their potential, no matter what their age?
Get yourself a coach that you can trust and practice hard. Your dreams are achievable!
Please provide the name of a book, a film or a video that you would recommend for inspiration for personal or professional development
I'm currently watching the "Last Dance" on Netfliks about the Chicago Bulls and how Michael Jordan changed their fortunes in the 90's. He is an exceptionally driven individual and his will to win is exceptional. I would certainly recommend it to anyone wanting to achieve a career in golf just to understand the sacrifices you have to make.
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