Overview

The Sportingclass Industry Invitational 2022

Qualifying events around the UK culminating in a Final played in Thailand.

This is the ultimate Golf Networking event.

Our Golf Days are Like No Other…

There are now many ‘replica’ golf networking days to choose from, but The Sportingclass Industry Invitational ensures every golf day is delivered to an exceptional standard with huge attention to detail to guarantee you and your guest(s) are treated to the most indulgent, fun & productive of networking golf days. If your team comes first & wins a spot to the final in Thailand – that’s just a fantastic bonus as every qualifying event is designed as a stand-alone event with prizes on the day, great gifts, exceptional hospitality on and off the course and a fantastic guest list for you to circulate with.

Here are just a few comments from our clients:

“It was just the kind of intimate and luxurious golf day we wanted. Perfect in every way. Thank you. “

“I just wanted to thank you all for putting on such a great day, the whole series of golf days have been such good fun and you guys have been unbelievable hosts. The golf courses have been nothing short of spectacular, hats off”

“I have had two lovely emails back from our clients, they had a simply fantastic day and one of them said it was the best day of golf he had ever had, hands down! So thank you so much for all of your organisation – just brilliant!”

Our past Tournament Finals have been to:
Arizona, Georgia, Jamaica, Kuala Lumpur x 2, Naples, New Orleans, San Francisco, Sanya, Sarasota & Mauritius.

Qualifiers

The Sportingclass Industry Invitational, we have been told, is the best golf networking tournament available.

If you have not had the pleasure of enjoying one of our events, now is your chance!

Qualifying rounds are often trade specific to maximise interaction between leading industry players; but if you prefer to network across industry sectors we have plenty of non-trade specific events. Please feel free to email Paul if you would like to chat through your options.

All qualifying rounds are of the highest quality and are perfect standalone events for meeting and entertaining clients in a relaxed, but fun, environment carefully designed to allow for business networking.

Each event includes breakfast or brunch, 18 holes of golf followed by post golf drinks and dinner or BBQ with prize-giving.

All golfers receive a premium goody bag, and will enjoy prizes on the day as well as the opportunity to win the first place prize of a trip to the tournament final hosted in Thailand

Click here to email PAUL WELCH and book a team 

We are releasing event dates for the 2022 Tournament. To reserve your space now, please email Andy Lee or Paul Welch.

28th-29th April: Sportingclass Irish Open, Adare Manor

15th June: IT & CX Challenge with Sugar CRM, Bearwood Lakes

14th July: M & GAUCHO Masters, Royal Mid-Surrey

21st July: Drinks & Hospitality Golf Challenge, The Grove

16th June: SAP Golf Challenge for Autism, The Grove

The Final

The Final of the Sportingclass Industry Invitational 2022 will be hosted at the stunning Nikanti Golf Club & Thai Country Club, Thailand

The truly magnificent Nikanti golf course was designed to takes full advantage of the beautiful landscape & naturally rolling terrain. The Course has been uniquely created in a  6-6-6 concept which is inspired by the six senses in Buddhism and is part of Nikanti’s brand philosophy .

Measuring 6,789 yards from the back tees, each group of six holes is distinctive in look, design, and play.  Nikanti’s three six-hole golf course layouts offer enhanced play flexibility and convenience.  Meticulously manicured fairways and fast undulating greens are but a few of Nikanti’s renowned hallmarks, and the various landscape features will challenge even the most experienced golfer.

Finalists will be flown to Thailand and will stay in the luxurious W Hotel, Bangkok

The W Hotel commands stunning views over the city of Bangkok – where as you can imagine, there is a huge amount to see and do whilst you are not on the golf course!
Cruise down the Chao Phraya River, visit a spiritual sanctuaries such as the Temple of Emerald Buddha or enjoy The Grand Palace. Back at The W, you can dine at the famous ‘House on Sathorn’, a national heritage site & now one of the premier restaurants in Bangkok. Guests can also relax by the swimming pool, use the spa or just chill out by one of the bars and enjoy a cocktail!

The Prizes

First Prize at each Qualifying Event – A team trip to the tournament final in Thailand

The winning team from each qualifying round will be invited to participate in The Sportingclass Industry Invitational Final played in Thailand.

Finalists will stay at the W Hotel, Bangkok for 3 nights and play 2 tournament rounds & 1 practice round at the nearby luxurious Nikanti Golf Club & Thai Country Club.

This superb prize package includes:

  • Return economy flights  (option to upgrade flight ticket available)
  • 3 night twin accommodation at W Hotel, Bangkok (option to upgrade to single occupancy available)
  • Opening night drinks reception
  • 1 practice round  2 tournament rounds
  • Premium goody bag
  • Awards ceremony

*The prize does not include spending money or travel insurance.

As well as a first place prize of a team trip to Thailand, the team captain of each winning team will also be treated by Dress2kill with a tailor-made jacket.

Competition Hole Prizes
All qualifying events and the final will feature first class prizes for the following:

  • Longest Drive
  • Nearest the Pin
  • Nearest the Pin in Two
  • Beat the Pro

Thank you to our partners for their support of the events competition holes.

All prizes are subject to change by Sportingclass, are non-transferable and not eligible for a cash alternative.

Past Winners

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Past Winners

2010: Jamaica, Connected Media

2011: Arizona, MPI Financial Services

2012: Georgia, Glenstone Property

2013: Sanya, Danfoss

2014: Sarasota, Network2Supplies

2015: Naples, Wild Geese

2016: Kuala Lumpur, LVMH

2017: San Francisco, LVMH

2018: New Orleans, Rosewood Scaffolding

2019: Kuala Lumpur

2020: Dominican Republic

2021: Delayed Final will be played in Mauritius in 2022

Sportingclass Industry Invitational Testimonials

Hi Paul and Andy
A big thank you for the golf, as usual, really well organised and credit to you both and your crew….You have a great outfit.

Chris Hawkins, Director

Just wanted to drop you a note to say a massive thank you to your team and the Grove team for a fantastic event on Thursday at our first ever Proximo Masters Event.  Despite the weather the event went with out a hitch and I have had such positive feedback from all that attended. The organisation and attention to detail that you delivered was first class and we were thrilled to be a part of. Please pass on my thanks to all and catch-up soon.

Andy, Thanks for a great day.  The quality of the event was evident, and I got a real sense of being with friends.  A rare achievement for any corporate gathering. I look forward to meeting soon and thanks again

Lloyd Salvage, AT&T

Sam, Just want to say thanks for the outstanding trip. The organisation, hotel, and standard of golf facilities was all top notch. Most importantly it was great to connect with so many new faces. Thanks again to the Sportingclass team and hope to see you next year!

Geoff Trill, Vodafone

I just wanted to thank you all again for hosting a memorable trip. We are already talking about which events to enter next year and are spreading the word.

Alex Cadwallader, Director, Leonard Curtis

Thank you for the wonderful experience over the last week. From the meticulous planning and delivery from Sportingclass’ side to the fantastic list of attendees, but most of all the golf. To play the final round at Spanish Bay was likely a once in a lifetime experience, what a phenomenal golf course and set up. It’s a true privilege to join the trip and to move 92 people around with such ease is made all the easier by the way you guys run it in such a fabulous way. Many many memories and new friends made. I very much look forward to working with you all again very soon.

Richard Lewis, Global Account Director, Quintessentially

Andy , thank you again for looking after the both of us so well on Thursday. It’s fair to say, that I have both attended and operated many golf day and your event is the one that stands out amongst  the very best. As we chatted about on the day, a key element is to pick a fabulous golf venue and management team.. I look forward to us delivering something even better in future years.

Andy, A massive thank you for such a great day out at the Grove yesterday.  Sportingclass, led by you, delivered a hugely professional day out for everyone at the Property & Construction Golf Challenge.  Your team were all very engaged, effortlessly charming and everything happened seamlessly, whatever inevitable frictions occurred in the background.  On a personal note it was really great to meet you and thanks for looking after us so well.

 

Many thanks for all your hard work and organisation for our golf day yesterday. Again, the feedback has been fantastic, and it really has become a great day out and permanent part of the calendar. Everybody were pretty happy last night! Also, thank you for organising the gift at short notice. That is much appreciated…

Mike Jackson Vice President, American Express, American Express

Just a very brief note in thanks for what was unquestionably the best golf trip I have ever experienced in the UK. I’ve been fortunate enough to enjoy some of the finest courses in the UK but that topped the lot – the service at Loch Lomond was nothing short of exemplary & as ever was run like a German train schedule by your superb team.

Jack Dundas, National Account Manager, Moët Hennessy

A huge thank you & congratulations to the Sportingclass team for putting on an incredible few days in Kuala Lumpur which have created life long memories not only among our team but shared with so many of the other participants. The golf courses were the best we have every played, the Ritz Carlton was stunning. The organisation & comradery was as outstanding, I could not recommend participating enough to anyone. Thank you for the opportunity #ANDTHENEW #SEEYOUNEXTYEAR

Steve Small, MOËT HENNESSY

Great day ! Thanks for organising. We’ve had incredible thanks and positive comments regarding the Home House golf  day from our members!

Joel Williams, General Manager, Home House

A hundred thank yous to you and the team for an AWESOME day yesterday! I have already received so much glowing feedback this morning, the customers just loved the day and really I can take little credit as you guys work so incredibly hard to make the day flawless. People had kept telling me what a great event it was and how well it is run and I must say it exceeded all my expectations- not an easy thing to do!

Jane Pettman, Salesforce

I wanted to thank you for making the day absolutely ace. We had an incredible amount of positive feedback both from hosts and from clients. Thank you again for making this come together in such an amazing way.

Diana Kyriakides, American Express

It was absolutely brilliant, thoroughly enjoyable with great company and exceptional organisation. A huge thank you to Sportingclass and I look forward to enjoying a long lasting and mutually beneficial relationship between Sportingclass and Home House.

Andrew Richardson, Managing Director Home House