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Business News Wales
a day ago
- Business
- Business News Wales
Record Number of Golfers Raise £14,000 for Popham Kidney Support
PKS – Golf Day 2025 – Winning Team, Dunvant RFC, with PKS Trustee, Kim Loosmore More than 200 golfers and 55 teams from across Wales, England and Scotland gathered at Clyne Golf Club for a charity tournament supporting children and families affected by kidney disease. The event was hosted by Swansea-based charity Popham Kidney Support, which provides practical, emotional and financial assistance to people across Wales living with kidney disease. This year's Golf Day raised in excess of £14,000 – the highest total to date – thanks to team entries, sponsorship, and funds raised during the evening's raffle and auction. Main event sponsor, The Construction Club, represented by Jamie Lannen and Geraint Hopkins, contributed £3,000 towards the total. Various businesses from far and wide came together to support the event, including Dawsons, Days Rental, Old Walls Collection, Frames & Sculpts, Chepstow Races, Mahle and GS Yuasa. Golf balls were donated to every team through a partnership between Locker Room and GS Yuasa, coordinated by former Welsh rugby international Tom Shanklin. The winning team on the day was Dunvant RFC with 97 points. Second place went to Shirgar Butter with 93, followed by St Mary's Square in third on 92 points, and Team Yuasa close behind in fourth with 90. Jamie Lannen and The Construction Club Cheque Presentation Golf Day 2025 Individual competition highlights included Ray Tilley of Tilleys Fine Jewellery & Watches winning Longest Drive, sponsored by David North Personal Training, while Sam Webborn won Nearest to the Pin with a hole-in-one. Joanne Popham, CEO of Popham Kidney Support, said: 'We're extremely grateful to all who contributed to the success of this year's event — from the sponsors and teams to those who took part in the raffle and auction. I'd also like to thank Kim Loosmore for his continued hard work and dedication in organising the day. The funds raised will directly support our work with children and families across Wales who are living with kidney disease.' Kim Loosmore, event organiser, added: 'It was fantastic to welcome a record number of teams this year. The continued support from players, sponsors and Clyne Golf Club ensures the event goes from strength to strength. As a committee member of the charity, I see first-hand the difference this support makes to the lives of people living with kidney disease and it's incredibly rewarding to know that this event helps us reach even more people each year.'
The Citizen
17-06-2025
- Sport
- The Citizen
Golfers tee off for brighter future
The BESA Leadership Academy Golf Day 2025 recently took place at the Eye of Africa golf course, starting with a 10:00 shotgun start. It was a day of fun, camaraderie and fundraising. Upon arrival, a welcome table offering various items greeted player, making their day even better. Once the golfing began, the players hopped into their carts and made their way to the first hole. There were some bunker mishaps and water hazards, but the main goal was to have fun, regardless of the scorecard. 'From there, it was every man for himself until the ball hit the hole. This format encouraged teamwork, strategy and friendly competition.' 'Your support helped raise valuable funds for the academy,' expressed Preddy. 'As a small, family-owned institution, the BESA Leadership Academy values each of its learners, and this event wouldn't have been possible without the support of our families. We look forward to more successful Golf Days in the future,' said Preddy. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
