Staff WriterThe England Golf Disability Squad for 2025/26 has been unveiled, marking a bold step in the governing body’s long-term ambition to make golf one of England’s most inclusive sports.
It’s part of England Golf’s 2025–2030 Disability Golf Plan—a strategic drive to open fairways, not just to competition, but to genuine opportunity for disabled golfers nationwide.
The newly formed England Golf Disability Squad is designed as a performance pathway, giving talented players with disabilities the structure, support, and competitive platform to reach the pinnacle of the game and proudly represent their country on the international stage.
A total of 12 golfers have earned their places, selected via the EDGA (European Disabled Golf Association) qualification system and split into four ability bands.
These bands will shape team selections and tournament entries, ensuring a fair and competitive structure across the season.
Band 1
- Kris Aves, The Shire London, Hertfordshire – Band 1 (above right)
- Philip Meadows, The Cambridgeshire, Cambridgeshire – Band 1 (above left)
- Ken Powell, North Foreland, Kent – Band 1 (above centre)
Band 2
- John Eakin, Royal Ashdown Forest, Sussex – Band 2 (above centre)
- Chris Foster, Hanbury Manor, Hertfordshire – Band 2 (above left)
- Tony Lloyd, The Shropshire, Shropshire & Herefordshire – Band 2 (above right)
Band 3
- Aimi Bullock, Sunningdale Heath, Surrey – Band 3 (above left)
- Heather Gilks, Coventry, Warwickshire – Band 3 (above right)
- Kipp Popert, Wildernesse, Kent – Band 3 (above centre)
Band 4
- Tom Blizzard, Droitwich, Worcestershire – Band 4 (above right)
- Oliver Hirst-Greenham, Morecambe, Lancashire – Band 4 (above left)
- Ellie Perks, Hagley, Worcestershire – Band 4 (above centre)
This isn’t just a squad list—it’s a signal of intent. England Golf is setting the stage for a new era in which disability golf is woven firmly into the competitive fabric of the sport.
These players represent a diverse blend of experience, talent, and determination, and their journey this season will be watched closely by the entire golfing community.
The England Golf Disability Squad will compete in domestic and international events, with selections reflecting EDGA’s banding system to ensure the best talent rises through the ranks on merit.
It’s a clear pathway from local club competitions to representing England at the highest level.
The 2025/26 season promises to be more than just another chapter. For these 12 golfers, it’s the chance to write themselves into the story of English golf history.
