MISSISSAUGA, ON – The Manitoba Golf Superintendents Association (MGSA) announced their 2020 Superintendent of the Year; Rob Hamm of Carman Golf and Curling Club during their Annual General Meeting on March 8th.
Hamm has been an MGSA member for 33 years. He served on the Board of Directors for a number of years and was elected President in 1997 serving a two year term. Rob began his career in the golf business while in high school, working at the Souris Golf Club. He ventured to university and earned a degree in Sociology. Eventually Rob made his way back to the golf business and in addition to Souris also worked at Breezy Bend Golf Club and is entering his 29th year at Carman Golf and Curling Club.
Mr. Hamm has mentored numerous Manitobans in the golf business, many of which work at well known clubs across the country, not only as Superintendents, but also Golf Professionals. He worked to instill the importance of work ethic and balance while teaching the fundamentals of turf management.
Rob notes, “Thank you to the Board of Directors of the MGSA for awarding me with this title and to Shawn Major for nominating me. It has been an honour to be in the company of so many that have received this award; I love what I do, this job has given me the opportunity to work with and meet many great people.”
This award is given to a Superintendent member of the Manitoba Golf Superintendents Association who is in good standing, has brought about the awareness of the profession and brings a positive influence on the industry in the province of Manitoba.
“The Board of Directors and myself are excited to see Rob Hamm receive this award. He has been an excellent resource for all in Manitoba and continues to mentor those in the industry. Congratulations Rob,” said Dustin How, MGSA President.
Contact:
Dustin How, MGSA President
mgsa@golfsupers.com
About Rob:
Rob has been at Carman Golf & Curling Club since 1993, prior to that he worked as Assistant Superintendent at Breezy Bend Country Club in Headingly. He is married to Pat and has two kids, Sharyne and Ethan.
About MGSA:
The MGSA is the provincial association for golf superintendents and others in the turf industry in Manitoba. The association is committed to providing education for it's members and the golfing public for the preservation and enhancement of golf courses and their environments within the province of Manitoba.
