The PGA have announced the next cohort of PGA Excel Awardees of 2026, with two Members achieving Advanced Fellow Status.
The awards, which are presented quarterly, recognise 14 new awardees who have earned designations within the Membership categories of Professional, Coach and Manager.
Advanced Fellow Manager
David Shepherd – South – Chief Executive at The Wisley
Advanced Fellow Coach
James Jankowski – East – Putting Coach at JJ Putting
Fellow Professional
Sam Smitherman – South – Head Professional at Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club
Brady Sherwood – Ireland – Director of Golf at Hogs Head Golf Club
Paul Stuart – South – Head PGA Professional at London Golf Club
Fellow Manager
Jordan Gallagher – Overseas – Director of Golf at Meydan Hotel Dubai
Michael Langford – Midlands – Director of Golf at Kenwick Park Golf Club
Sean Clark – East – Club & Company Secretary at Woodbridge Golf Club
Fellow Coach
Graham Roberts – North – Teaching Pro at 100 Yards and In/Eaton Golf Club
Sergio Coyle Diez – Ireland – Golf Coach at BioVis Sports Sloution Ltd
Deana Rushworth – South – Head Coach at Witney Lakes Golf Club
Advanced Professional
Simon Hanson – Scotland – Club Professional at Kemnay Golf Club
Victoria Mallett – Midlands – PGA Golf Professional at Victoria Mallett Golf
Gearoid O’Sullivan – Overseas – Head Professional at Masterswing Golf Vietnam Ltd
Tristan Crew, Executive Director – Membership, said: “Congratulations to all PGA Members who have achieved a new PGA Excel designation. PGA Excel awards those who have demonstrated their commitment, expertise and professionalism across coaching, management and the wider golf industry.
“PGA Excel enables individuals to showcase their impact and achievement within the industry as they strive for the highest standards within the profession. It is fantastic to see so many Members progressing through the framework and I would encourage all Members to explore the opportunities PGA Excel offers for personal growth, career advancement and professional recognition.”