Training & Development
For the second year in a row Myerscough College is celebrating one of its students being named the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) ‘Young Groundsman of the Year’
Myerscough Groundsman scoops national award for excellence
THE Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG) ‘Young Groundsman of the Year’ was awarded to twenty-three year old Luke Dodge, from Ewood in Blackburn, who works full-time as an Assistant Groundsman for the 2011-12 Premier League Champions, Manchester City, whilst studying online towards a Foundation Degree in Sportsturf Management with Myerscough College.
Luke received the award at the ‘Oscar- style’ IOG Awards Ceremony, held at York racecourse on 7th December. Attended by over 350 of the UK’s and Europe’s leading turfcare experts from both the professional and volunteer sectors, as well as dignitaries from the governing bodies of sport and influential sports administrators.
The annual awards recognise leadership, innovation and outstanding achievement across every aspect of turfcare - from grassroots pitches to professional stadia. The awards also celebrate the quality standards of turfcare achieved in public and private sports venues, and highlighted the progress of young and aspiring student grounds professionals.
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Along with the prestige associated with the title ‘Young Groundsman of the Year’, part of Luke’s prize is a place on the IOG’s Young Board. This was set up in order for the industry to engage with young people, from school level upwards, in the hope of showcasing what the industry has to offer, and making a younger audience aware of the career opportunities in the industry.
Luke started his career by working a placement opportunity at Blackburn Golf Club, near to his home in Ewood. After leaving Blackburn Golf Club, Luke secured a full-time position at Blackburn Rovers Football Club, the club he has supported all his life. The club then enrolled Luke on an Advanced Apprenticeship in Sportsturf with Myerscough College, which he completed in 2006.
Fast-forward to 2009 and Luke secured an Assistant Groundsman position with Manchester City, where he remains today, splitting his time between working at the club’s training ground (Carrington) and home venue, the Etihad Stadium, at Sportscity in the heart of Manchester.
In 2010, Luke decided to continue his education by enrolling on the Foundation Degree (FdSc) in Sportsturf with Myerscough College, choosing the online study option to allow him to remain working with Manchester City on a full-time basis.
Luke’s tutor at Myerscough College, Dr. Andy Owen, said: “Everyone at Myerscough is proud of Luke for wining this prestigious award. He sets a positive example to those entering or thinking about entering the industry, and I’m positive he will go on and do great things in the future. He is a bright and articulate young man and shows what a bright future our industry has. I feel proud that our online study option allows young people like Luke to continue their studies whilst working full-time.”
For further information on Myerscough College work-based training, or the employer recruitment service, please contact Myerscough College Employer Services on 01995 642255, email;
employerservices@myerscough.ac.uk
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