Become an Ambassador

The Volvo National Golf Club Challenge team are passionate about doing all we can to raise money so that Help for Heroes can continue its great work in improving the lives of British Forces coming back from the front line with terrible injuries.

While we work really hard, we recognise our limits and rely on others 'catching our vision' of bringing the Great British golfing public together in a united show of strength and support for the brave individuals serving their country.

We Need Your Help
If like us you admire the British Armed Forces – and feel you can help – then become a Volvo National Golf Club Challenge Volunteer County Ambassador.

We welcome your help, if you are interested in becoming a Volvo National Golf Club Challenge Volunteer County Ambassador, please get in touch by calling us on 01780 765599.

Thank You
Thank you for your great support. We really appreciate the best efforts of so many people who go the extra mile to help make a difference. You inspire us!

Our Volunteer County Ambassadors
We are pleased to feature each of our superb Volunteer County Ambassadores.

Mark Pullen
NGCC County Ambassador: Avon & Somerset
Mark Pullen was one of the Volvo National Golf Club Challenge Winners of 2012. A golfer since the age of 10 and playing off 5 Mark is a member at The Players Club in Bristol. A keen sportsman who has previously had stints as a Professional Rugby player and Snowboard Instructor (clear signs of a miss spent youth).

Having sold his business in 2012 Mark is now the Customer Engagement Director for GB Group Plc a leader in Identity Management. Mark lives in Bristol with his Partner Deby and has 2 children, Sophia, 2 and Max, 9 who is already a keen rugby player although the joys of Golf do not completely entice him...yet.

"I am extremely excited to get involved and support the NGCC and Help for Heroes. Having been privileged enough to attended the 2012 Final at Turnberry, and win, I can whole heartedly say it is one of the best events I have ever been involved in. The course was breathtaking and a serious challenge. The prizes are fantastic, however the real prize is the good we are doing for a really great Charity!"

Simon Parry
NGCC County Ambassador: Cumbria
Hi, my name is Simon Parry, I am 41 years of age. Born in Wales but now reside in the fantastic Lake District. I'm married with a beautiful 8 yr old daughter named Mia.

I am a proud member of Silloth on Solway G.C. and play off a current handicap of 8,although it has been said if I ever listen to my Professional Jonathan my handicap could well Increase oops Sorry JG Decrease.

My occupation is a Shift Team Leader at Sellafield Nuclear Ltd. I was honoured to be asked to represent The Help for Heroes Charity within Cumbria and I will endeavour to promote this wonderful cause to the best of my ability. I'm sure with the the help of the Club and my friends and Family we will strive to make this event a very successful and well supported fundraiser."

Lee Williams
NGCC County Ambassador: Gloucetershire
"I've been playing golf on and off for 20 years and currently I'm a member of The Players Club in Bristol playing off a handicap of 3.

"I work as a Solution Design Consultant for AXA Wealth which basically means I come up with solutions to problems. Just call me Mr Fixer but not in a brown envelope full with used bank notes kind of way ;-)

"I live just outside Bristol with my wife Vicki and our 2 children, Finn 7 and Freya 2.

"I've been lucky enough to play some great courses around the world but the experience of Turnberry put together by the NGCC was by far the greatest golf experience I've had. Hearing the stories from our injured troops and how the charity supports them and their families makes the whole experience even more worthwhile. It's great that golf - players, manufacturers, courses can come together and support this worthy cause. Please speak to your competitions secretary and get the weekend of July 13th in your clubs golfing calendar."

Mark Strand
NGCC County Ambassador: Kent
"Hi my name is Mark, I am a member of North Foreland Golf Club in Broadstairs, Kent and keen supporter of Help for Heroes.

"I served for 8 yrs in the Royal Engineers before joining the Fire Service where I am still serving today. I live by the sea in Broadstairs with my partner Katie.

"I was lucky enough to play in the 2012 Volvo National Golf Club Challenge final at Turnberry. It was an awe inspiring experience and one that I would enchourage all UK golfers to get their clubs entered and involved in the 2013 event, to fundraise while playing Golf, what a challenge!! "

Donna Brookes
NGCC County Ambassador: Lancashire
"Hi, I'm Donna Brookes (44), I live in Preston, Lancs. I'm very keen on all sports, but especially Golf and Tennis. I work full time as a civil servant based in Preston and have two sons aged 13 and 21.

"I play my golf at Penwortham Golf Club, where I have been a member with a full handicap from May 2010."

 

Brian Goodwin
NGCC County Ambassador: Lancashire
"Hello, my name is Brian Goodwin. Now retired, I served in the RAF for 22 years, then operated my own photographic studios before taking on a golf club secretaries post. I am a member of Burnley Golf Club playing off 14, and am a member of the East Lancashire Golf Association executive which has 23 member clubs and holds six championship events a year. We also have senior and junior matches against other associations.

"I am hoping to influence as many clubs as possible to enter the Challenge."

Andrew Gibbins
NGCC County Ambassador: Northamptonshire
"My name is Andrew Gibbins, I am the Golf and Leisure Manager at De Vere Staverton Park. I am a 6 handicap golfer and have been playing golf for 15 years.

"Whilst I have never been directly involved with our Heroes, I have nothing but pride and admiration for the work they do. As a company De Vere have also supported returning heroes with R & R breaks at a heavily discounted rate.

"As a golf club we have always supported the National Golf Club Challenge, I am looking forward to working with Northamptonshire to get them all involved."

Emma Howie
NGCC County Ambassador: Nottinghamshire
"I'm Emma Howie and I'm a member at The Nottinghamshire Golf Club.

"I was hooked on golf at a young age and have been lucky enough to play at both club and county level ever since. I have also been involved in golf club committees over the years and I'm a past Lady Captain of my club.

"I discovered the NGCC in 2011 when our club entered for the first time and we won the final. I also qualified to play in the Volvo World Golf Challenge in South Africa.

"I'm now determined to continue the work of the NGCC in supporting Help for Heroes."

Ian Schofield
NGCC County Ambassador: Staffordshire
"Hi, I'm Ian I am 34 years old and currently a member of The Chase Golf Health, Club and Spa. I have a handicap of 6 and serve on the club committee working mainly on organising major club competitions.

"I have been playing golf for about 22 years and although love the game and wish I could play it everyday, but, I have to work. I'm a police officer for West Midlands Police and work with a fair few ex military. I have heard the stories about friends and family's that have been lost and will be proud to help raise money for those fallen heroes."

Chris Lomas
NGCC County Ambassador: Surrey
Chris Lomas is currently the Secretary of Worplesdon Golf Club. A 3 handicapper and former Course Manager of The Berkshire and Swinley Forest Golf Clubs.

Chris has close links with Hedley Court and has been a keen supporter of the Battle Back Golf team. Chris will be using his knowledge and contacts in the golf industry to help gain as much support as possible for the NGCC.