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Meet the Team

John Sharkey
PGA Qualified Class AA

Club Professional John Sharkey joined the professional ranks in 1977 at Rushmere Golf club Ipswich. He then moved closer to home gaining his PGA qualifications whilst training at the Gog Magog Golf Club in Cambridge. Taking up his first full club position at March GC followed by a short spell at Girton GC John was appointed Head Professional at the Links in 1990. As a PGA Class A Professional he is committed totally to delivering the best service possible to all golfers.

Sarah Smith
PGA Professional

Sarah is a full time Teaching Professional specialising in golf coaching and custom fitting. She plays on the WPGA Tour & competes in many regional Pro Am's. She started at The Links mid July when she decided to take a leap and accept the new teaching role after 9 years at Saffron Walden Golf Club. The new job will present unique opportunities to learn at a place Sarah grew up playing junior & ladies golf for over 14 years.

Sarah is looking forward to working with you and improving your game!

 

 

 

 

 

Jonny Sharkey
Senior PGA Professional

Jonny is our Senior PGA Professional and specialist putting coach. He has become one of only 7 Quintic Ball Roll Level 2 accredited instructors in the UK, gaining a reputation for his putting coaching in the East Anglia region. He works with all levels of golfers from professionals to beginner golfers and is also putting coach for the Cambridgeshire Area Golf Union.

With his specialist knowledge in coaching and qualifications combined, he is in the best position to guide you on your journey to becoming an outstanding putter.

Lewie Rudd
PGA Assistant Professional

Lewie joined the club in the summer of 2024 and brings valuable experience in custom fitting. He has a keen interest in how different swing characteristics affect club specifications and overall performance. Currently undertaking his PGA training, Lewie understands that no two golfers swing the same and that there are multiple ways to achieve the same result. He is passionate about helping players find equipment setups that complement their individual swings and improve confidence and consistency on the course.