Nigel Edwards Named 2013 Walker Cup Captain

Captain of 2011’s winning British and Irish side holds onto top spot for another year.

Edwards will also lead the British and Irish team at the St Andrews Trophy Match in 2012, which will take place at Portmarnock near Dublin in August. A member of Whitchurch Golf Club, Cardiff, Edwards played in the Walker Cup team four times between 2001 and 2007, ending up on the winning side twice.

“Captaining the winning side in the 43rd Walker Cup was truly fantastic and to be given the chance to be part of this special event again is a great honour," he said. "I am looking forward to being involved with the selection and preparation for 2013. The experience shared by this year’s team will stay with all of those involved for the rest of their lives.

“I will use my own experience as a player and Captain to ensure that the next team is fully prepared to play to the best of their ability and make the most of their own Walker Cup experience," he added. “I am also excited about the challenge of getting the St Andrews Trophy back into GB&I hands in front of what I’m sure will be an enthusiastic Irish support.”

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