New Captains Appointed at Skipton Golf Club

Burton and Howes Take the Helm at Skipton Golf Club

Skipton Golf Club has welcomed two new Captains for the upcoming season, with Burton and Howes taking on the prestigious roles. Burton, a long-standing member from Gargrave, has been a part of the club for six years and is a former Rabbits Captain. He received his Captain’s jacket from newly elected president Steve Clayton, while outgoing President Bill Simpson passed on his jacket to Clayton.

In a statement, Burton expressed his excitement for the year ahead, highlighting the strong membership and solid social side of the club. He emphasized the importance of building on the work of his predecessors, especially focusing on the younger players who represent the future of the club.

Howes, who joined the club in 2018, also shared her gratitude towards the outgoing Captain, Lorraine Raeburn, for her dedication and organization. Her focus for the upcoming year is on maintaining a positive female role in golf and encouraging new members to join the team.

Both Captains have chosen Motor Neurone Disease as their joint charity for the year and have already kicked off their fundraising efforts with a successful Captains Drive-In competition. The event saw 128 members participating in a team competition, with winners Ben Ross and Susan Bunney taking home the top prize.

The club also announced other key appointments for the new season, including Men’s Vice-Captain, Scratch Team Captain, Rabbits Captain, Juniors Captain, and more.

With a strong leadership team in place and exciting events lined up, Skipton Golf Club is gearing up for a fantastic season ahead. For more information on upcoming events and membership opportunities, visit www.skiptongolfclub.co.uk.