TOURING professional golfer Garrick Porteous is to be affiliated with a Tynedale hall.
Porteous will represent Maften Hall as he competes in the DP World Tour and challenge tour events.
The North-East-born golfer has been playing golf at Matfen's 27-hole course since he was nine-year-old.
“Matfen Hall has always had a special place in my heart, they have helped me learn the game from such a young age, while making some lifelong friends", said Porteous. "Therefore, to represent the club on the highest stage of golf is a privilege.
"I am looking forward to growing the relationship in the years ahead.
“I am up at Matfen Hall every week when I am not away competing - either playing on the golf course or using the practice facilities.”
Nicola Hawes, golf manager at Matfen Hall, added: “We absolutely love having Garrick around at the club, it’s a delight to have him on board representing Matfen Hall and we can’t wait to see how he does on the tour.”
Established in 1972, the DP World Tour has seen players from 36 different countries compete and win tournaments.
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