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GMA NextGen are Recruiting: Exciting New Opportunities for Young Talent in Sports Turf Management 

GMA NextGen are thrilled to be recruiting for three new members to join their team.  

The GMA's NextGen is a group of talented young professionals who represent the grounds management industry, whilst acting as ambassadors for the Grounds Management Association (GMA), with the aim of encouraging more young people into grounds management. 

Why Join GMA NextGen? 

This is an excellent chance for young talent to work alongside industry leaders whilst developing their skills and playing an active role in promoting the next generation of talent in grounds management. 

The GMA NextGen team is looking for individuals who are: 

• Passionate about grounds management and the wider sports turf industry 
• Driven to innovate and help shape the future of the profession 
• Keen to network and collaborate with professionals from across the sector 

• Looking to make an impact through education, outreach, and advocacy 

GMA NextGen members, through the GMA, have access to exclusive industry events, mentorship opportunities, and a platform to influence the direction of the sports turf profession. They will also play a key role in the group’s ongoing efforts to promote diversity and inclusion in the industry. 

A Legacy of Excellence: 

GMA NextGen, formerly known as the GMA’s Young Board of Directors, boasts alumni who have gone on to become industry greats, such as: 

• John Ledwidge (Head of Grounds and Landscapes, Manchester City) 
• Ryan Golding (Head Groundsman, Leeds Rhinos) 
• Iestyn John (Peter Villiars Sports Ground Maintenance Limited and GMA Regional Pitch Advisor) 
• Nick Phillips (Training Centre Manager, Tottenham Hotspur) 
• Niall Hazlehurst (Head of Grounds, Warrington Wolves) 

For more information about GMA Next Gen’s recruitment, please visit thegma.org.uk/who/ambassadors or contact nextgen@thegma.org.uk.