Update and Fife Golf 2025 Fixtures

Following the news that Fife Golf Limited has been established, the board has been approved and supporting sub-committees formed, work has started on unifying many of the aspects previously run separately for Fife Golfing Association and Fife County Ladies Golf Association. This will take time to progress and is likely to be in stages through 2025. In the meantime, information will be shared on the Fife Golf website, and where appropriate on this site too. Note the fifegolf.org website will be retained and updated to reflect news and other information for all amateur golfers across Fife.

A unified Fife Golf fixture list for 2025 has been created and can be found on this site here and also on the Fife Golf fixture list.

Please do share this information to your friends that may not have been members of FCLGA, as all ladies that are members of an affiliated club in Fife are welcome to play! 

Press release from Fife Golf - February 2025

Following an historic Special General Meeting, held at Balbirnie Park Golf Club on 3^rd February 2025, the unification of the Fife Golfing Association and the Fife County Ladies Golfing Association was completed.

Both organisations received positive votes for unification at their separate AGMs in late 2024, and a small unification team worked quickly since then to get organised in good time for the 2025 playing season.

The new body Fife Golf Ltd has been established as a “Private Company Limited by Guarantee” and will be known as “Fife Golf”.

Fife becomes only the second Area in Scotland to join forces, following the lead of Scottish Golf North, who merged in 2018.

Representatives from 19 Clubs were in attendance to hear Chairperson Jim McArthur explain the details of how the organisation will be structured, and the proposed plans for the coming year.

Personnel details are: Co-Chair: Marina Hope (Kirkcaldy GC) and Jim McArthur (New Club, St Andrews); Vice-Chair: John Baxter (Lundin GC); Secretary: David McPherson (Burntisland GHC); Finance Convenor: Aileen Baker (Crail GS); Performance Convenor: Karin Sharp (Kirkcaldy GC); Competition Convenor: John Baxter; Marketing & Communications Convenor: Lorraine Morrow (St Regulus GC)

Update and Christmas message from President Marina

Dear FCLGA members, please find below an update from President Marina.

First, I'm sure you're keen for an update on the proposed amalgamation, and I can confirm that FGA passed the proposed affiliation at their AGM and that a unification team will work towards setting up the new body Fife Golf Ltd. An SGM will be held in early February where we can finalise the structure and governance. We are striving to have good balance of representation between men and women (and encouraging all forms of diversity), this requires people to step up and get involved. If any of our members have an interest in volunteering in a role with the new organisation, please get in touch via fclgaweb@googlegroups.com. There are opportunities available across all areas, including Competitions, Performance, Marketing and Communications. 

Secondly, I would like to wish all Fife ladies a very Merry Christmas and a happy healthy New year and look forward to seeing them at our competitions in 2025!

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2025 Scottish Womens Amateur Tour

A message from Alan Tait, founder of the Scottish Womens Amateur Tour:

Some members may recall last year saw the launch of the Scottish Womens Amateur Tour, the schedule for 2025 launched last Friday and we've already had a great response. Some of Fife members took part in 2024 and by all accounts enjoyed the opportunity to play some great courses. Excitement is already building for the ’25 season and the schedule has increased to 7 x 36 hole tournaments and 7 x 18 hole events. Amazing value for money as well given the venues, with entry fees of £45 for 18 hole events and £65 for the 36 holers 😊. The leading players from the end of season order of merit will also compete in a grand final at wonderful Cabot Highlands Castle Stuart in September.

I’m doing a wee “Early Bird Christmas Offer” with a 20% discount to join the tour. This is valid until New Years Day and already many of the girls / women have taken advantage to get signed up early which is great. I’d really appreciate any support you can offer and can also find more details at www.alantaitgolf.co.uk and click on “Golf Tours”.

Click the link to view the SWAT 2025 promotional poster with full schedule details

2024 AGM and prizegiving

The 2024 AGM and Prizegiving took place on Sunday 27th October at Ladybank Golf Club, with approximately 38 members in attendance.

The main item on this year's AGM Agenda was the proposed amalgamation of Fife County Ladies Golf Association and Fife Golf Association to create the new entity of Fife Golf.

There was a wide ranging discussion on a number of issues and concerns and it was accepted the first year would be a period of transition that would be subject to regular review.

The vote resulted in a significant majority in favour of progressing with the amalgamation.

The next step in the amalgamation process is the Fife Golfing Association (FGA) AGM, which is scheduled for Thursday 12th December.

Assuming the FGA also vote in favour of amalgamation, this will be the start of a new era for Ladies County Golf in Fife, however the intention is that most members' Golf meetings will continue in the same way and hopefully will be better attended going forward.

Below are pictures of this years prize winners (click here for the full list of prize winners), well done to all! The final picture is someone that probably all of you know, Bev Brown, who received her Lifetime membership. Congratulations Bev!

Many thanks to Ladybank Golf Club for hosting and serving a tasty lunch.

New Golf Coaching business from member Lynne Mathieson

We’re excited to share that one of our members, Lynne Mathieson, has launched a new golf coaching business, Evolv3 Golf Coaching & Mentoring, aimed at supporting women in golf across Fife! With her experience in high-performance coaching and a background in sports development, Lynne brings fresh energy, passion, and enthusiasm to the golfing industry, motivated by a genuine desire to help you achieve your golfing goals.

 

Evolv3 Golf offers tailored individual coaching and group sessions for players of all ability levels, focusing on skill development, course strategy, and the mental aspects of the game—all in a friendly, supportive environment. Lynne’s mission is to create a community where women can connect, share experiences, and grow their skills together. Whether you're looking to build confidence or refine your game, Evolv3 Golf Coaching & Mentoring provides the perfect opportunity to develop your abilities and enjoy the game we all love.

 

For more details, visit https://evolv3golf.co.uk