Golf equipment handover ceremony: strong support for local clubs

La Bastide de la Salette, a place for life, sport and events, played host on Wednesday November 6 to a landmark ceremony organized by the Bouches-du-Rhône département’s Youth and Sports Department, dedicated to supporting the development of the département’s golf schools.

Over 100 participants, including institutional officials, golf professionals and passionate amateurs, gathered to celebrate the occasion.

No fewer than 14 Bouches-du-Rhône golf clubs were represented, along with presidents of sports associations and enthusiastic young players.

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The aim of the event was to distribute teaching materials, care equipment, outfits and various goodies to golf clubs, thereby strengthening the resources needed to initiate and train youngsters in the best possible conditions.

This symbolic gesture served to underline the importance of institutional support in the development of the sport, while generating collective motivation within clubs to continue improving the learning experience for young golfers.

In the presence of local elected representatives and well-known figures from the world of sport, each club was able to receive specific equipment tailored to the needs of their golf schools, so as to offer modern and accessible facilities.

This equipment includes teaching games to make learning more interactive, as well as care equipment to ensure the safety and well-being of young athletes during their training sessions.

The opening address was marked by a speech from the department’s representatives, who reiterated their commitment to the development of outdoor and community sports in the Bouches-du-Rhône, an area that boasts an exceptional environment for activities such as golf.

They stressed the fundamental role played by local clubs in transmitting sporting values and promoting physical activity among young people.

Exchanges between participants created positive synergies between the various clubs present, strengthening links between local institutions and associations.

Many young golfers expressed their enthusiasm and pride at seeing their sport put in the spotlight, while the clubs appreciated the support offered through this initiative.