The Jason Floyd Golf Academy recently held its highly anticipated graduation ceremony on Friday 16 June 2023, marking the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and exceptional golf performance. The event was a true celebration of the students’ achievements, as they completed the Triple A Future, Junior Access, Triple A Junior, and Triple A Elite programmes. With remarkable success in both physical and golfing technique and performance, this year’s graduates set new standards of excellence.
Gustav Ordel, Graduate from the Triple A Elite Programme with Jason Floyd and Lorne Burns.
Honouring Outstanding Accomplishments
During the graduation ceremony, special awards were presented to students who demonstrated exceptional skills and dedication throughout the year. One of the most significant additions this year was the introduction of the Golf & Education award, in association with Sotogrande International School. This prestigious accolade recognised students who excelled not only in their golfing endeavours but also in their academic pursuits. The award was presented by Chris French, Head of Elite Sports at Sotogrande International School, Jason Floyd, the founder of the Jason Floyd Golf Academy, and Lorne Burns, the Student Liaison Manager at JFGA.
Congratulations to the following award recipients:
- Triple A Future: Valerius Weiss
- Junior Access: Alejandro Vera
- Triple A Junior: Siria Ballini
- Triple A Elite: Will Sherman
Valerius Weiss photographed with Chris French, Lorne Burns and Jason Floyd.
Siria Ballini photographed with Chris French, Lorne Burns and Jason Floyd.
These students showcased remarkable talent, dedication, and commitment to their golfing journey, reflecting the high standards upheld by the Jason Floyd Golf Academy and in their education at Sotogrande International School.
Recognising Outstanding Performance
In addition to the special awards, students were also acknowledged for their outstanding achievements in various categories. The “Student of the Term” awards honoured exceptional students in both physical and technical aspects. The following students were recognised for their exceptional efforts and were presented their awards by Oli Williams, Head of KinetiX Strength & Conditioning and Matthew Parry, Academy Director at the Jason Floyd Golf Academy:
Physical Category:
- Siria Ballini
- Francisco Assis
- Emilia Zehetmyar
Francisco Assis photographed at the 2023 graduation with Oli Williams, Lorne Burns and Jason Floyd.
Technical Category:
- Emilia Zehetmyar
- Will Sherman
- Leif Breede
Will Sherman, photographed at the 2023 graduation with Matthew Parry, Lorne Burns and Jason Floyd.
These students demonstrated exemplary dedication and skill, pushing themselves to continually improve and excel in their golfing abilities.
Celebrating Success: The Academy Order of Merit
The ceremony also highlighted the top performers in the Academy Order of Merit, a cumulative ranking system that tracks the students’ progress and achievements over the previous year. The winners of this prestigious award were:
- 3rd place: Will Sherman, with a total of 46,475 points, received a JFGA gift bag as a token of recognition.
- 2nd place: Francisco Assis, with a total score of 48,499, was awarded a pair of Footjoy golf shoes to commemorate his remarkable performance.
- 1st place: Joel Bracegridle claimed the top spot with a total of 48,855 points, earning a well-deserved Titleist Wedge as a testament to his outstanding accomplishments.
Joel Bracegridle, winner of the Jason Floyd Golf Academy 2023 Order of Merit.
These talented individuals demonstrated exceptional skill, consistency, and determination throughout their golfing journeys, truly embodying the spirit of the Jason Floyd Golf Academy.
The 2023 Graduation at the Jason Floyd Golf Academy was a momentous occasion, honouring the dedication, hard work, and remarkable achievements of the graduating students. Through their unwavering commitment to both physical and technical aspects, these students have set new benchmarks in golfing excellence. The Jason Floyd Golf Academy takes pride in nurturing and developing the next generation of golfing talent, and the 2023 graduates have exemplified the Academy’s mission and values. Congratulations to all the students on their achievements, and best wishes for their future endeavours both on and off the golf course.
To access the 2023 Graduation photo gallery, click here.
To find out more about combining golf and education through the Triple A golf programmes, please email info@jasonfloydgolfacademy.com.
