Lawrie foundation rewarded

The Paul Lawrie Foundation are ecstatic after receiving an increased fun from the R&A. They have had an increased in financial backing of £25,000 to cover 2008 and 2009. This is due to the success of the scheme over the past few years.
The foundation does a lot of work and gives support to junior golfers in the north-east of Scotland. The scheme focuses on the enjoyment that playing the game brings. Paul Lawrie is a fantastic golfer and now wants to give something back which will help the young players of Scotland. Lawrie won the Open Championship at Carnoustie in 1999 and is dedicated to developing junior golf and was pleased to accept the grant. 

“I’m extremely grateful for the increased support of this programme,” said Lawrie.

“It’s a big boost knowing that The R&A are as dedicated as I am to the development of the junior game in Scotland.”

Lawrie aims to encourage the youngsters to develop a work ethic that will improve both their golf and their academic achievement.

"I hope that the Foundation will instil in these juniors a similar level of commitment in all aspects of their lives.”

For the first time since the the world rankings standings were introduced in 1986, there is no-one from Scotland in the world's top 100 which suggests a need for grassroots support.

Director of Golf Development at The R&A, Duncan Weir said: "Supporting junior golf here in Scotland, where we are based, is a key aspect of The R&A’s work.”