The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews appoints David Scott as Honorary Professional

The PGA is proud to congratulate Captain David Scott on his appointment as Honorary Professional of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews - a prestigious role held by just five others in its history.

A PGA Master Professional and former Captain of Scotland, David has dedicated his life to the game both on and off the course. His appointment follows the passing of the late Jim Farmer, a respected PGA Professional and friend of David, who held the position for 18 years from 2006.

David said, “I’m deeply honoured to have been appointed Honorary Professional by The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews. Having grown up playing golf in the town I know just how important a role The Royal and Ancient Golf Club plays in the sport and it is a privilege to become involved and support the Members.”

Born and raised in St Andrews, David’s father was club champion at the St Andrews Golf Club and he was immersed in golf from an early age. David qualified as a PGA Professional in 1985 and won the award as Scottish Assistant of the Year in the final exam.

After serving as an assistant and then club professional, David went on to become Director of Golf at Kingsbarns Golf Links, Golf Manager and Director of Operations at the Old Course Hotel Golf Resort and Spa and then took up his current role as General Manager at Dumbarnie Links in 2020.

Mark Darbon, Secretary of The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, said, “We are delighted that David will become the Club’s Honorary Professional. He is a hugely popular figure and brings a wealth of experience in golf to the role. I’m sure the Members will be looking forward immensely to working with him.”

The PGA extends its warmest congratulations to David and wishes him every success in his role.

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