The 2027 Scottish Golf Annual Awards are set to return for another flagship evening celebrating the dedication, resilience, and talent across the nation's amateur and grassroots golf sectors. Scheduled for 25 March 2027 at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Glasgow, this black-tie and Highland dress gala brings together club officials, volunteers, coaches, and elite players under one roof.
As the governing body for amateur golf in Scotland, Scottish Golf uses the annual showpiece not only to honor achievements on the fairways but also to highlight the vital behind-the-scenes efforts driving sustainability, inclusivity, and community growth.
1. Debut of the Host Venue of the Year Category
A major addition to the 2027 ceremony is the Host Venue of the Year award, sponsored by VisitScotland. Selected internally by a Scottish Golf panel, this accolade will evaluate clubs across Scottish Golf's portfolio of Championship facilities, recognizing venues that deliver outstanding event experiences, high-quality course preparation, and exemplary hospitality.
2. Spotlighting Environmental Action & Financial Health
Modern golf management requires balance across sustainability, inclusion, and business operations. Two key categories highlight these modern demands:
3. A Multi-Tiered Nomination and Selection Process
To ensure fair recognition, awards are evaluated through a mix of public nominations, expert panel reviews, and public voting:
| CATEGORY | PARTNER/SPONSOR | SCOPE & FOCUS |
| Club of the Year | Golf Care Insurance | Clubs delivering top member experiences, strong governance, SafeGolf accreditation, and inclusive community initiatives. |
| Coach of the Year | Citation | Individual coaches creating impact for juniors, women, girls, disabled players, and ethnically diverse groups. |
| Golf in the Community | PING | Initiatives bringing golf into schools, health sectors, and underrepresented groups outside traditional courses. |
| Rising Star Award | Affordable Golf | Leaders aged 16–24 demonstrating excellence in playing, coaching, volunteering, or administration. |
| Spirit of Golf Volunteering | DotGolf | Unsung heroes giving unpaid service to support local clubs and regional networks. |
| Amateur Golfer of the Year | Pin Vision | Top Scottish male and female amateur players making an impact nationally and internationally. |
| Professional Performance | Grant McGregor | The single most impressive performance on the professional tours, voted on by the public. |
| Host Venue of the Year | VisitScotland | (New) Recognizes host venues within Scottish Golf's Championship portfolio. |
| Golf Enterprise Award | — | Celebrates financial strategy, sound commercial decisions, and effective club management. |
| Golf & the Environment | — | Focuses on proactive climate strategies, course adaptations, and environmental stewardship. |
| Lifetime Honour Award | — | Recognizes individuals who have dedicated decades to inspiring future generations through golf. |
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