Squads
We are fortunate to have 2 successful mixed golf squads that take part in BUCS league matches. This is a great opportunity to travel around the country and experience enjoyable competitive golf. Whilst we love to win and always want to do the best we can, having a fun and friendly environment is our main priority.
In order to take part in BUCS matches you need to take part in the squad trial and pay the BUCS Membership Fee
1st Team
Our 1st team are in the Southern Premier League - The highest league in the South of Britain
There is a high standard of competiton within this league, typically handicaps would be low single figures and below - but not limited to this
The team consists of 8 players + 1 reserve. Matches are played on Sundays
Opposition Universities Include:
- Bournemouth
- Loughborough
- Nottingham
- Birmingham
- Swansea
- Exeter
2nd Team
Our 2nd team are in the Western Tier 1 League - The league below the 1st team
There standard of competiton within this league is lower than the southern premier league, but contains many good high level players. Typically handicaps would be mid-single figures - but not limited to this!
The team consists of 6 players + 1 reserve. Matches are played on Wednesdays
Opposition Universities Include:
- Bournemouth (2nd's & 3rd's)
- Hartpury
- Exeter (2nd's & 3rd's)
If you have any questions about either of our squads please email su-golf@bath.ac.uk
Squad Coaching
Members of the BUCS league teams have the option to have coaching from Russell Covey Performance Specialist Award Winning PGA Specialist
The coaching is run as 1 hour session for 3 people each having a 20 minute 1-to-1, Trackman, driving range, short game area and training out on the golf course - weather permitting.
All of this costs £25 each and guarantees at least 4 sessions - amazing value for money as an individual lesson is £100/hour
* More information on coaching will be provided following squad trials.
Brief History On Russell
Russell has successfully coached clients to win the Spanish, French, Dutch, Scottish, English Amateur Championships and St Andrews Links Trophy
Walker Cup Participation
Individual Tournament victories include: Tillman Trophy, South East Links, Faldo Series, R&A Open Qualifying, Hampshire Salver, Berkhampsted, Midland Amateur, North of England Youths, Prince of Wales
South West Individual Champions Mens, Boys and Girls
South West Matchplay Champion x2, Numerous County Championships (in multiple counties) at all levels (Mens, Women's, Boys and Girls)
Majors; Alistair Balcombe played in the Open at St Andrews in 2015
Team Titles Regional Champions (Matchplay) x4 Regional Champions (strokeplay) x3 (Somerset Golf Union)
Newly awarded in 2021 PGA Specialist Professional & PGA Specialist Coach
Head Coach Somerset Golf & Bath University Head Coach
South West Coach of the Year 2019 & Qualified Director of Golf
Seven consecutive years with a pupil in the England Mens Squad