Current Captains

Here you can read more about our 2023 Captains & President.

Ian Kilburn

2023 CLUB CAPTAIN

It’s fair to say I never had any aspirations of playing golf but after a couple of decades running around the rugby field in cold, wet and sloppy conditions and with age getting the better of me it was time for a change. My wife suggested I better find something else to do so I didn’t “get under her feet”.

A friend of mine had recently started to play golf so with a few cheapy clubs and a hand me down moth eaten bag, I was off hacking away around various local municipals.

After a year or so I became a member of East Bierley Golf Club, starting with a heady 24 handicap. I worked my way down over the years sneaking for a brief foray into single figures and winning a few bits and bats before returning to the 8-15’s category.

After 12 very enjoyable years I decided it was time to move on and after a brief spell at Crow Nest Park I was on the move again. 

One Sunday morning on another wonderful shopping trip to junction 32 I thought I would call in to HHGC and after wandering aimlessly around I came across a 4 ball on the 6th Tee. I politely enquired as to who to speak to and was met with a volley of raucous comments, joviality and a really welcoming banter, not to mention a few bleeps too.

I was back at dinner, proposed, seconded and played the following Saturday.

I have now entered into my 11th year at this fantastic, well organised, character and banter driven golf club that offers a real challenge and seriously competitive team ethic.

My focus will be to put in a full shift, supporting all the members, Committee and Club Teams to deliver a full competitive calendar of events.

To the membership this is a welcome to my year of Captaincy with a hope it is an enjoyable and successful calendar for all.

For all the visitors to the website who may consider coming for a round, don’t let the slope rating of 112 fool you, Hanging Heaton is a tough track, come and give it a go and see for yourselves.

Judi Brooke

2022 LADIES CAPTAIN

Judi’s introduction to golf took place in the form of a golf lesson in August 2012 under the expert guidance of our golf professional Gareth.

 After a period of what Judi describes as fun and interesting lessons, Judi decided to take the plunge and join the Club as a full playing member in January 2013

Judi was made to feel welcome from the moment she joined the Club and this encouraged her to become more and more involved in the club, becoming a Committee member and is current social chair.

Judi was Lady Captain in 2019 and is delighted to have been given the opportunity to represent the Ladies Section as Lady Captain once again in this our special Centenary year.

Having encountered  a difficult 2 years Judi hopes that all members and friends at Hanging Heaton are able to return to enjoying their golf, Club events and the refreshments provided in the 19th hole.

 

Greg Dixon

2023 RABBITS CAPTAIN

I was a late convert to the game of golf, as a young man the game of amateur rugby league took up most of my spare time as I played for several local teams and am an avid supporter of Batley Rugby League Club.

I have been a member of Hanging Heaton Golf Club for over 9 years and thoroughly enjoy playing at what must be the friendliest club in the area.

I was very surprised and honoured to be asked by Neil to be his Vice Captain, particularly in typical Neil style it was at the very last moment but I had no hesitation in accepting the role.

After last year winning the League and gaining promotion to Division One, my main objective for the coming season is to consolidate our position within the division.

Club President Johnny Allott

JOHNNY ALLOTT

2023 CLUB PRESIDENT

Johnny has been a member of the golf club since he was a junior and is a former club professional.

He took over as President in 2019 and will continue in the role through to our centenary year in 2022.

Johnny still maintains a low handicap and competes against our best players.  He is keen to improve both the course and our club house as we progress to 2022.

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