Nexgen Golf Academy reaping the fruits of its labour

— greater works expected in the future

By Timothy Jaikarran

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic that has rocked the world and even crippled sporting disciplines, the NexGen Golf Academy, having rally through it all thus far, is now reaping the fruits of its labour invested under the leadership of President Aleem Hussain.

Still in its developmental stage, this Academy has come a long way in a short time. Many sponsors have come on board its initiatives, and the Academy has even hosted a training session for children. Even its recently concluded “Hit & Win Gold” tournament was won by former open men’s champion Mike Mangal, while the female version was won by the up-and-coming Michelle Codrington.
In a sit-down with Guyana Times Sport, Academy President Aleem Hussain said, “Well, the academy is off to a great start. Over 220 new players have joined, people who have never experienced playing golf. Out of that 220, we have 60 who are children and over 130 who are women.
“The Academy has become a new go-to spot for families, couples, and those who want to exercise, all within strict COVID-19 protocols. We have been able to provide the strictest rules, all within the COVID-19 guidelines, as players no longer have to feel threatened; they can enjoy a good game of golf while being safe. “In terms of growth, we have extended our reach to the GTU ground, and that will feature the rest of the Academy, including a club house that will offer food and drinks and all other necessities.”
Hussain also explained that the Academy is aiming to take its standards to a world class level, and very soon all will be accomplished.
He related that the location of the Academy has translated into being a prime spot for business, as it attracts members from all over.

He also noted that the recent training session with Colin Ming, to which many children were attracted, is a great step towards the future, as it is expected that a further 200 to 300 pupils will feature at future sessions.

An upbeat Hussain said, “In terms of prizes and activities, the Academy and Driving Range will host weekly activities. We are looking at adding various activities, such as motorcycles up for grabs, and we are looking to see if we can, at the end of the year, put a vehicle up for grabs in a shooting competition. So, everyone should look forward to a lot of activities in the future.”