The Women in Golf Awards has announced the finalists for the 2025 awards, celebrating the remarkable achievements of women shaping the future of golf. The winners will be revealed at a glittering ceremony on 27th November at Foxhills, Surrey. The Awards recognise excellence across nine categories and this year’s finalists represent a diverse group of women each making a significant contribution to the game.
“Each year, the Women in Golf Awards highlights the incredible talent, dedication, and vision of women across every corner of our sport,” commented Nicole Wheatley, Founder of the Women in Golf Awards. “These finalists inspire us all, showing that golf is richer, more inclusive, and more exciting thanks to their passion and commitment. I am so excited to share their stories when we come together at Foxhills.”
Finalists by Category
Women’s Initiative (sponsored by PING)
- Muslim Woman Golf Project – London Borough of Merton, Roxanne Bennet/Amir Malik
- Raglan Golf Club Redevelopment, Courtney Fosh & Stephanie Powell
- Women in Golf Society, Ali McGuirk
Unsung Hero (sponsored by England Golf)
- Aimi Bullock, Founder of Sports For All UK Foundation
- Elenie Aird, Junior Organiser, Hadley Wood GC
- Mandy Ambert, Mulligan’s Golf Society
Rising Star (sponsored by Acushnet)
- Kath O’Connor, Lead Callaway NEXT programme, Walker Cup Assistant Captain
- Aimi Bullock, Founder of Sports For All UK Foundation
- Lynne Matheison, Evolve Golf
International Woman (sponsored by Perry Ellis International)
- Regina Gachora, Deputy Chair Junior Golf Region 4 Africa
- Ann Wangui Irura, Founder – Golden Tee Inclusive Golf, Kenya
- Vicky Jones, Managing Director, 54 Singapore
Women in Turfcare (sponsored by BIGGA & Syngenta)
- Chelcie Lawrie, Deputy Course Manager, Aldwickbury Park
- Lucy Sellick, Course Manager, Raglan GC
- Anna Nilsson, Deputy Head Green Keeper, The Belfry Brabazon
Women’s Leadership (sponsored by the GCMA)
- Amanda Dorans, Assistant Superintendent, Dundonald Links
- Claire Hodgson, Head of iGolf / iPlay, England Golf
- Tamasine Green, Owner, Bunker Mentality
PGA Coach (sponsored by TGI Golf Partnership)
- Emma Brown, PGA Advanced Coach, The Kendleshire GC
- Kelly Bridges, PGA Coach, Broadstone GC
- Anna Smith, PGA Advanced Coach
Woman Content Creator (sponsored by The Loop)
- Hannah Holden
- Alison Root, Women’s Editor, Golf Monthly
- Katie Clarke, Little Birdy Golf
The Women in Golf Awards continue to champion diversity, inclusion, and opportunity in golf, recognising individuals whose contributions inspire the next generation of players, leaders, and innovators. The Awards aim to foster visibility, recognition, and inspiration, ensuring women’s contributions to the sport are celebrated widely.
About the Women in Golf Awards
The Women in Golf Awards is an annual event celebrating the significant contribution that women, past and present, continue to make to the golf industry. The event was established by Nicole Wheatley and Ben Blackburn whose combined experience in the golf world led them to identify a need to create a platform that would connect, celebrate and inspire the industry. The Awards bring together women at all stages of their careers, from every sector, showing the diverse nature of the roles women hold in the industry. To join the ballot visit www.womeningolfawards.co.uk
