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Gavin Rogers

Golf Writer & Course Reviewer

Gavin Rogers at the golf course

12

Playing Since

5

Junior Handicap

71

Best Round

1

Hole in One

About Gavin

Gavin grew up with golf in his blood, representing Wales as a junior amateur and playing off scratch-level ability as a teenager. That playing background gives him something most golf writers don't have: he knows what it actually feels like to compete.

Background

Gavin has been passionate about golf since the age of 12, quickly developing his game and earning recognition at a young age. By just 15 years old, he was playing off a handicap of 5 and representing Wales and North Wales as a junior amateur, competing against some of the region's best young players.

One of his early highlights came when he won a long drive competition in an adult tournament at the age of just 13, earning a Wilson driver signed by major champion Padraig Harrington.

Gavin has also achieved a hole in one at Abergele Golf Club, a moment every golfer hopes to experience at least once. His best competitive round is a 71 at Wrexham Golf Club, showcasing the strong scoring ability he developed during his playing years.

Golf has remained a lifelong passion for Gavin, shaping both his competitive spirit and his connection to the game.

Gavin's Favourites

CategoryDetail
Favourite GolferTommy Fleetwood
Favourite ShotHigh fade
Favourite DrillAlignment stick for swing plane
Biggest InfluenceTiger Woods

Favourite Courses

The Belfry (Brabazon Course)

Warwickshire, England

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Carden Park (Cheshire Course)

Cheshire, England

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