Colin Farquharson has been honoured with life membership of the AGW.
Colin joined the Association in 1974 and was honoured at the AGWs annual general meeting during 147th Open Championship week at Carnoustie.
Fellow Scot Martin Dempster spoke of Colin’s strong career in journalism that began in 1953 when he was employed as a copy boy for the Press and Journal. In 1974, Colin was appointed Sports Editor of the P & J.
Colin Farquharson with his daughter, Elaine (leff) and his wife, Ethel along with AGW Chairman Iain Carter.
Colin Farquharson with his proud daughter and double GB & I Curtis Cup captain, Elaine Farquharson-Black
And while Colin retired from the newspaper in 1997 he continues to be actively involved in promoting golf via his website: www.scottishgolfview.com
Joining Colin was wife, Ethel and his double GB & I Curtis Cup captain daughter, Elaine and a very special thank you to both Ethel and Elaine in organising Colin’s appearance at both the dinner and the AGM.
Congratulations Colin from everyone at the AGW for this richly-deserved honour.
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