Month: January 2021
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David Birtill – AGW Member 1995 – 2020 – Tributes
David Birtill was born in 1941, joined the AGW in 1995 and sadly passed away on Christmas Day 2020 following a lengthy illness at the age of 79. Those who knew Dave well agree he was a walking encyclopedia of all things North West of England golf. For over 30 years, Dave was the PGA…
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AGW 2020 Christmas Hampers – Thank You & Best Wishes Notes
Hereunder, is a collection of thank you and New Year well wishes notes from those in receipt of an AGW Christmas hamper. Thank you to everyone for your kind words and you goodwill messages to all AGW members. Messages posted in alphabetical order Neil Ahern I wanted to email you all to send a massive…
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Renton Laidlaw Feature Article by Nick Rodger (Herald Scotland)
AGW member Nick Rodger has written a wonderful article featuring our dear friend and colleague, Renton Laidlaw that appeared in Saturday’s edition (January 9th) of the Herald Scotland. Renton holds a unique position in the now 83-year history of the AGW being the only member to have been Secretary (1978-1995), Chairman (199-1998) and President (2004-2005).…
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Lee Westwood Wins AGW Golf Writers Trophy Record Fourth Time
England’s Lee Westwood has been voted for a record fourth time the Association of Golf Writers (AGW) ‘Golfer of the Year’. Westwood polled 53% of the votes of Association members to secure the 2020 ‘Golfer of the Year’ title from Germany’s and AIG Women’s Open winner, Sophia Popov who was second favourite among members with…
