Des Smyth to mentor Irish pro hopefuls

Former Ryder Cup star Des Smyth has accepted the challenge of mentoring Ireland’s fledgling touring professionals.

Des Smyth to mentor Irish pro hopefuls
Tue, 21 Feb, 2017 - 00:00
Simon Lewis

He believes raising the funds are necessary to keep Irish golf punching above its weight on the international stage.

Smyth, 64, was yesterday confirmed by the Confederation of Golf in Ireland as leader of Team Ireland Golf.

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