The British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association (BIGGA) has laucnhed a new podcast taking listeners behind the scenes of greenkeeping and golf course management.
Produced in partnership with golf-specialist creative agency 18Players, The BIGGA Podcast will share insight and inspiration from the people shaping the future of the profession – from apprentices to course managers, industry leaders and innovators.
The opening episode features Sean McLean, course manager at Royal Birkdale Golf Club, as the venue prepares to host The Open. His appearance provides a timely introduction to the series and places the knowledge, skill and dedication of greenkeepers at the heart of one of the biggest events in golf.
Each episode will cover subjects including career development, leadership, agronomy, technology, sustainability, wellbeing and the changing demands of golf course maintenance. Future guests will be drawn from across BIGGA’s UK and international membership, as well as the wider golf and turf industries.
The podcast is intended for greenkeepers at every stage of their careers, alongside club leaders, industry professionals and golfers who want a deeper understanding of how courses are prepared, maintained and continually improved.
BIGGA CEO Jim Croxton said: “Greenkeepers are highly skilled professionals whose expertise is fundamental to every round of golf, but much of their work takes place away from public view.
“The BIGGA Podcast will shine a light on our members and the wider profession, giving people a platform to share their knowledge, experiences and achievements. From apprentices beginning their careers to course managers preparing venues for the game’s biggest championships, greenkeeping is full of remarkable people and stories.”
“I’m certain that all golfers and turf professionals will find the podcasts valuable and informative.”
The BIGGA Podcast will be hosted by 18Players’ Steve Carroll and Russ Greaves, and you can listen to the first episode on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
