Staff WriterIf you’ve ever wondered what keeps recreational golf ticking—besides stubborn optimism and the belief that the next swing will be the good one—England Golf has just given the weekend ranks a fresh bit of momentum.
The governing body has announced Caddy Comps as a new Official Sponsor, sealing a two-year agreement that puts the UK competition platform front and centre of the iGolf Open Events.
Here’s the headline detail: Caddy Comps has secured naming rights for the iGolf Open Events, which are billed as the biggest series to date—six qualifying tournaments followed by a season-ending Grand Final on the iconic Hotchkin Course at Woodhall Spa, the home of England Golf. In other words, this isn’t a token logo-on-a-banner arrangement. It’s a proper, tee-to-green commitment to the part of the game where most of us actually live.
Caddy Comps, recognised as one of the UK’s leading golf competition websites, says the partnership aligns with a clear shared ambition: grow participation and improve the experience for recreational players—especially those who enjoy competition without needing a clubhouse tie and a committee meeting to get a tee time.
And if you’re thinking, “Fine, but what does that mean for the golfer who just wants a decent day out and a fair crack at a prize?”—that’s the point. This sponsorship is designed to widen the funnel: introduce more people to the sport, encourage regular play, and broaden golf’s reach among new and existing audiences. It’s also backed up by Caddy Comps’ ongoing work with the Golf Foundation, which adds a little substance to the “growing the game” mantra we hear so often.
Jonathan Lawrence, Managing Director of Caddy Comps, said: “We’re incredibly proud to be working with England Golf and iGolf. At Caddy Comps, one of our key focuses this year is getting more people into golf and encouraging more people to play the game regularly.
Working alongside England Golf and iGolf allows us to support that mission at every level, helping to make golf more accessible, engaging and inclusive for players across the country.”
From England Golf’s iGolf side, the enthusiasm is just as clear—particularly as the events calendar expands again. Claire Hodgson, iGolf/iPlay Director, said “We’re delighted to be working with Caddy Comps as an iGolf sponsor and to see that sponsorship come to life through the iGolf Open and Pairs Events.
Our events continue to grow year on year, and with more events than ever this year, this sponsorship reflects the scale, ambition and quality of the series.
“Caddy Comps share our passion for making golf inclusive and accessible and for supporting non-club members, making them a natural fit for iGolf and our events. With their commitment to the iGolf Open and Pairs Events, we look forward to working together on new ways to enhance the golfing experience at each event, with the potential to see some familiar faces take part.”
Those “familiar faces” aren’t just a throwaway tease, either. Caddy Comps already has a foot in sport and entertainment—sponsoring Peterborough United FC and YouTube’s Golf Life—while presenter and ex-footballer Jimmy Bullard and former England cricketer Phil Tufnell are among their ambassadors. If you’re trying to pull in new audiences, a bit of crossover star power never hurts.
For golfers, the practical takeaway is simple: the 2026 iGolf Open Events—presented by Caddy Comps—are due to open for registration soon for iGolf subscribers. If you want to be in the mix early, keep an eye out, because these spots have a habit of going the way of a quiet tee time on a sunny Saturday: quickly.
There’s also a welcome little bonus for eligible golfers: affiliated club members and iGolf subscribers can get 50% off their first purchase by using code IG50 at checkout. The offer is open to affiliated club members and iGolf subscribers who are new customers only, with a maximum spend of £25 (saving £12.50).
So yes—another sponsorship announcement. But this one feels like it’s aimed squarely at the heartbeat of the sport: the everyday golfer chasing a better experience, more opportunities to compete, and maybe—just maybe—one round where the scorecard doesn’t look like it’s been through a blender.
And with England Golf and Caddy Comps pulling in the same direction, the iGolf Open Events could be the place where that hope gets a little more realistic.
