Jay Bothroyd: Revolutionizing Golf’s Accessibility and Diversity
Former striker Jay Bothroyd is on a mission to revolutionize golf by promoting inclusivity and diversity. Through the ‘OuttaBoundz Show’ YouTube channel, he aims to inspire the next generation and eliminate traditional barriers. Discover his impactful initiatives today.
Former England striker Jay Bothroyd is hoping to make golf more accessible and diverse through a new project on the fairway. Bothroyd, who earned a single cap for the national team, started taking a keen interest in the sport during the COVID-19 pandemic while playing in Japan.
Bothroyd, who was part of Arsenal’s FA Youth Cup winning side in 2000, has since launched a YouTube channel called “OuttaBoundz Show” alongside PGA pro and coach Trey Niven. The channel aims to provide a fresh perspective on golf and break down socio-economic barriers that have traditionally kept the sport exclusive.
“When we started the OuttaBoundz Show, we just wanted to be as inclusive as possible, to show whether you have the money or not, there is a place where you can have the opportunity to play,” Bothroyd told the PA news agency.
The former striker, who played for clubs like Coventry, Perugia, Charlton, Wolves, Cardiff, and QPR, believes golf is often perceived as a “boring sport for middle-aged white men.” However, he is determined to change that narrative and inspire the next generation.
“We want to show the next generation that golf is not just a boring sport for middle-aged white men – it is for everyone,” Bothroyd said.
To achieve this goal, Bothroyd and his team have been working with organizations like the Golf Foundation to help provide access to equipment and facilities for those who may not have the means to get into the sport.
- Some people don’t have the money to go and buy clubs, so now we are working with organizations like the Golf Foundation where we are trying to help make that a possibility,” Bothroyd explained.
Moreover, Bothroyd is using his platform to raise awareness and funds for Prostate Cancer UK’s Big Golf Race. The former England international’s father was diagnosed and treated for the disease last year, and he is keen to support further research into the disproportionate impact on black men.
“We want to help raise money for more extensive research,” Bothroyd said. “I am still trying to understand why one in four black men will get prostate cancer compared to one in eight for others.”
By leveraging his experiences and connections, Bothroyd is determined to make golf more inclusive and accessible, inspiring the next generation of players and breaking down the sport’s traditional barriers.
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