The British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association has announced that TV presenter and journalist Sarah Stirk is to host the BIGGA Celebration, held on the opening evening of the BIGGA Turf Management Exhibition in January.
Best known for her work with Sky Sports, where she has been a leading voice in golf coverage since 2012, Stirk will guide the evening’s festivities.
The BIGGA Celebration highlights the incredible achievements of BIGGA members over the previous year, including the unveiling of the prestigious BIGGA Awards winners.
With a career spanning role at Sky Sports, the BBC, Setanta and Sky News, Stirk has covered DP World Tour and PGA Tour events and interviewed some of the biggest names in golf.
A 7-handicap golfer herself, Stirk also champions women in leadership roles within golf, having launched the Women’s Leadership Summit supported by The R&A.
Stirk said: “I’m delighted to be presenting the BIGGA Celebration at BTME in January. It’s an honour to celebrate the incredible work of BIGGA members and I look forward to a fantastic evening in Harrogate.”
Jim Croxton, BIGGA CEO, said: “Sarah’s experience and passion for the game make her the perfect host for this landmark event. We’re excited to welcome her to BTME and encourage all attendees to join us for an unforgettable evening in Harrogate’s historic Royal Hall.”
BTME is one of the golf industry’s most influential events and runs for three days at the Harrogate Convention Centre, offering unparalleled networking and educational opportunities.
Both BTME and the BIGGA Celebration are free to attend, with registration available at www.btme.org.uk.