La Grande Mare has announced two new appointments as it prepares to open its Golf Performance Centre to the public on Saturday.
Sue Shapcott, PhD, PGA, joins as Golf Performance Director, while Monty Wyatt has been appointed Golf Assistant.
An accomplished golf professional, Sue moved to Guernsey from the USA earlier this month to take up the newly-created role. She brings extensive professional expertise, including a notable tenure as Head of Training for the British PGA, and she has also trained with Tiger Woods’s former instructor, Hank Haney. Sue also has a PhD in educational psychology and has been recognised by Golf Digest as a top instructor.
Specialising in golf instruction and club fitting, Sue will also play a crucial role in managing the facility, training golf staff, and ensuring clients have an enjoyable experience at the sports facility.
Monty will be responsible for supporting Sue with the day-to-day running of the Centre, including welcoming golfers, maintaining the practice areas and setting up bays and studios.
Bringing strong on-island experience, Monty has a keen understanding of what golfers need on and off the course and is committed to encouraging more people to take up golf or improve their games. He has also represented Guernsey competitively in Junior Inter-insular golf.
Speaking of her appointment, Sue said: “I am thrilled to be joining the La Grande Mare team at such a pivotal time. I have a fond affection for Guernsey, having spent much of my childhood here, so it’s great to be back to head up the Golf Performance Centre.
“The technology we have here at the facility is some of the best I’ve ever worked with and, alongside Monty, I’m looking forward to encouraging more islanders to improve their golf while enjoying the many benefits the sport delivers.”
Steve Lansdown, CBE, owner of La Grande Mare, said: “From the very start of the project, I have been vocal about my commitment to raising the bar for sport here in Guernsey and Sue and Monty’s appointments are testament to that pledge. Sue’s international track record in delivering exceptional golf instruction will be of enormous benefit to those looking to develop their game. We are extremely pleased that Sue is joining the Golf Performance Centre at such an exciting time.
“These new appointments also underpin our commitment to supporting local jobs and providing islanders with the chance to grow their careers with us here at La Grande Mare. We are delighted to welcome Monty to the team, and look forward to seeing him develop his professional skills while supporting Sue in delivering an always extraordinary experience to visitors.”
Pictured: Left to right – Monty Wyatt and Sue Shapcott
