SPORTS TURF & GREENKEEPING WINNER NAMED

The organisers of GroundsFest say they were honoured to once again sponsor the Sports Turf and Greenkeeping category at the Land-Based and Environment Learner of the Year Awards 2024, held on Thursday, 21 November, at the National Conference Centre in Birmingham. 

This marks the second consecutive year that GroundsFest has supported this initiative.

This year, the category celebrated the exceptional achievements of Craig Jordan, who was named Apprentice of the Year, and Matthew Tofts, the FE Learner of the Year. Both winners demonstrated extraordinary dedication and talent in their respective fields, exemplifying the promise of the next generation of land-based professionals.

Event director, Christopher Bassett, shared his thoughts on the event, which is a collaborative effort between Landex and Lantra, saying, "GroundsFest is always looking to support initiatives that elevate the industry’s educational landscape. By championing awards like these, we hope to inspire the next generation of talent and highlight the incredible opportunities within the land-based and environmental sectors."

Christopher added, “Congratulations to all the winners and finalists - your achievements shine a light on the future of this vital sector!”