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| Posted On Friday, October 15, 2021 |
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| | Beneficiary Spotlight - Garry McNulty - by Will Barker | | |
| | There are a number of On Course Foundation beneficiaries that were injured prior to the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. In this article we look at the story of Garry McNulty who was seriously injured in the Aden - Yemen conflict in 1967, leading to the amputation of his left leg below the knee. Read on to hear Garry's story. | | |
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| Posted On Tuesday, September 21, 2021 |
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| | Beneficiary Spotlight - meet Steve and Laura - by Will Barker | | |
| | As part of the funding that we received from the Armed Forces Covenant Trust Fund, we delivered six confidence building events in the North East of England. Two beneficiaries of this funding were Steve Cross and Laura O'Neill. Here, we speak to them about their journey from their military career to proud On Course Foundation beneficiaries. | | |
| | Beneficiary Spotlight - Mark Drummond - by Will Barker | | |
| | From a handicap of 22 to Golf Professional in just five years, Mark has dedicated himself to the game of golf. Read on to hear his story. | | |
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| Posted On Friday, September 17, 2021 |
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| | Beneficiary Spotlight - Sam Stoddart - by Will Barker | | |
| | Sam, a former Lance Corporal in the Kings Royal Hussars was discharged from the Army in 2013 after suffering from a severe ankle injury, stepping on an IED whilst on patrol in Afghanistan. He was introduced to the OCF during his rehabilitation and despite persistent pain in his ankle, he developed his game to a good standard. Unfortunately the pain was eventually too much, affecting him both physically and mentally. In 2020, Sam opted for amputation and once off his hospital bed, has been able to re-train to play with his prosthetic limb. | | |
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| Posted On Wednesday, September 15, 2021 |
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| | Beneficiary Spotlight - Matt Arnold - by Will Barker | | |
| | We talk to beneficiary Matt Arnold about his military life, post-career struggles and finding peace on the golf course through both playing and working with his 'band of brothers'. | | |
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| Posted On Friday, September 10, 2021 |
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| | Support from the Veterans Foundation - Case Studies - by Will Barker | | |
| | As recipients of a grant from the Veterans Foundation late last year, we hear from three beneficiaries who have benefited from the funding that we received towards our 2021 programme. | | |
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| Posted On Monday, September 6, 2021 |
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| | Beneficiary Spotlight - Nick Franklin - by Will Barker | | |
| | Nick's life turned upside down after an IED blast whilst serving in an Afghanistan led to the amputation of his left leg below the knee. Read on to find out how Nick took up golf to aid his recovery and the positive effect this has had on his mental health. | | |
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| Posted On Friday, August 27, 2021 |
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| | Return of the Simpson Cup - by Will Barker | | |
| | The Creek to host Simpson Cup in October after two-year hiatus.
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| Posted On Monday, August 2, 2021 |
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| | Beneficiary Spotlight - Mark Davies - by Will Barker | | |
| | Lieutenant Colonel Mark Davies achieved his goal of working as a doctor in the military, however, his career hit a setback when he was diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer which affected his physical health and confidence. After being re-introduced to golf, slowly but surely, 'Doc' is getting back to where he was and is now helping fellow On Course Foundation beneficiaries with their own recovery. | | |
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| Posted On Thursday, July 22, 2021 |
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| | Support from the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - by Will Barker | | |
| | As part of the Positive Pathways Programme, On Course Foundation were awarded two grants of £35,000 to support veterans in the West of Scotland and North East of England. | | |
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| Posted On Thursday, July 15, 2021 |
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| | On Course Foundation awarded grant from Veterans Foundation - by Will Barker | | |
| | We are delighted to receive a grant of £24,000 to support our employment programme. | | |
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| Posted On Monday, June 28, 2021 |
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| | Beneficiary Spotlight - Stan Boardman - by Will Barker | | |
| | Stan was in his dream job, happily married - however, his world turned upside down over a 12 month period as a result of a medical discharge from the military. Unable to play a number of sports because of this injuries, Stan found On Course Foundation and golf as he took the first step on his journey to recovery. | | |
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| Posted On Thursday, June 17, 2021 |
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| | Welcoming Paul McGinley - our new Ambassador - by Will Barker | | |
| | We are delighted to announce former Ryder Cup winning Captain Paul McGinley as our new Ambassador. | | |
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| Posted On Thursday, April 22, 2021 |
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| | Our impact during the Covid-19 pandemic - by Will Barker | | |
| | Read our 2020/21 Impact Report, covering the last 12 months of the Covid-19 pandemic. | | |
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| Posted On Monday, March 29, 2021 |
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| | Welcoming our new Ambassadors - by Will Barker | | |
| | We are delighted to announce that Colin Montgomerie and Carly Booth have agreed to become Ambassadors of On Course Foundation. | | |
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| Posted On Thursday, February 4, 2021 |
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| | Golf and Mental Well-Being - by Will Barker | | |
| | The importance that playing golf has on the mental well-being of our beneficiaries. | | |
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| Posted On Thursday, December 17, 2020 |
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| | National Golf Club Challenge Christmas Auction - by Will Barker | | |
| | 42 golf related items available in the NGCC Christmas Raffle - ENTER NOW! | | |
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| Posted On Tuesday, November 24, 2020 |
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| | Support Jack's Auction - by Will Barker | | |
| | 15 year old Jack Pennal is fundraising for On Course Foundation. Support by bidding in his Christmas Auction. | | |
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| Posted On Monday, November 9, 2020 |
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| | Support from the Veterans Foundation - by Will Barker | | |
| | On Course Foundation awarded grant towards 2021 programme. | | |
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