Frosty mornings are no longer a problem for students in the Scottish Highlands and Islands, thanks to a new Huxley Golf all-weather putting green.
Established in 2001, the BA (Hons) course in Golf Management at UHI, was the first honours degree programme of its kind in the UK combining academic and practical aspects to deliver a fully-rounded approach to a career in the sport. Students are at the college from September through to May each year, arguably the worst time of the year to expect to be able to practise outside. A real grass putting green was not a practical option for the University in terms of maintenance or cost and so Huxley Golf were approached to provide a solution.
Commenting on his choice of partner for the project, Mr Fleming continued: "We chose Huxley Golf because they were the only brand I was confident of getting the quality of product from. We had a relatively tight budget but were keen not to spend less money on something that was not suitable or inferior. I knew of Huxley Golf through PGA training and contacts. Their endorsements from tour pros and the work the company has done with other academic institutions gave non-golf staff the confidence to make the investment, on which I'm confident we will see a big return."
Huxley Golf provides premier all-weather surfaces for golf around the world. Clients include training and coaching establishments, golf resorts, ranges and academies, as well as many well-known golfers and golf courses, including several Open Championship and Ryder Cup venues.
For more information about Huxley Golf Premier All-Weather Golf Surfaces call +44(0)1730829608.
