Emirates Golf Federation, Junior Asian Golf Academy to Transform Golf Development

A historic milestone earlier than the primary spherical of the HERO Junior Dubai Desert Classic at Emirates Golf Club because the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF) and the Junior Asian Golf Academy (JAGA) formalize their dedication to revolutionize the panorama of Junior, Amateur, and Professional golf within the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA) area by a visionary Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

MOU Signing on the HERO Junior Dubai Desert Classic

Left to Right (Robert Fiala, John Laroche, General Abdullah Alhashmi, Aadesh Gawde, and Simon Corkill)

General Abdullah Alhashami, Vice Chairman of EGF, expressed the importance of the partnership, stating, “This collaboration with JAGA signifies our collective dedication to fostering the growth of golf among both Nationals and International student-athletes. Together, we embark on a journey to shape the future of golf development in the UAE and the wider MENA region.”

Aadesh Gawde, Head of JAGA – UAE, shared his enthusiasm for the initiatives outlined within the MOU. “The establishment of the JAGA @ UAE Golf Academy is a pivotal step towards providing a nurturing space for emerging golf talent. We are committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of our collaboration with EGF.”

John Laroche, Head of JAGA – International, emphasised the worldwide impression of their joint efforts. “The JAGA – EGF International College Showcase is a unique platform that will connect student-athletes with coaches and recruiters from Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America. It opens doors for aspiring golfers to pursue further education and athletic development on an international scale.”

Key Initiatives Outlined within the MOU:

1. JAGA @ UAE Golf Academy: Establishment and administration of a cutting-edge JAGA @ UAE golf academy in a number of places over time, fostering a devoted house for the cultivation of golf expertise.
2. JAGA – EGF Junior/Amateur Order of Merit: Co-hosting and co-creating the JAGA – EGF Junior/Amateur Order of Merit, that includes six native World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR) occasions, fostering wholesome competitors and ability growth.
3. JAGA – EGF International College Showcase: Collaboratively internet hosting the JAGA – EGF International College Showcase, bringing collectively coaches and recruiters from Asia-Pacific, Europe, and North America, offering student-athletes with helpful alternatives for additional schooling and athletic growth.

The companions are set to embark on these progressive initiatives with rapid impact, aiming to raise Junior and Amateur golf to new heights within the UAE, regionally, and globally.