A chip off the old block as Jones Jnr takes Turkey post
BANGOR’S Michael Jones has returned to familiar territory after being named as the new director of golf at PGA National Turkey Antalya Golf Club.
A son of former European Tour winner David, Jones (41) has taken up his new role at the leading resort in Belek, 14 years after he first started work there as head teaching professional.
Jones has a wealth of experience and knowledge of the global golf resort industry having worked in a number of leading international roles over the last 24 years, most recently, in his hometown of Bangor.
“I’ve always loved Turkey,” he said. “It’s a country that’s very close to my heart and I’m delighted to be returning in this new capacity.
“I have some great memories of my time from my previous four-year-spell at the resort. With outstanding golf facilities combined with a fantastic array of sports and leisure activities and luxury accommodation, PGA National Turkey is the best golf resort in Turkey and has so much to offer.
“I‘m particularly excited at the opportunities available under the new partnership with the PGA, and I’m looking forward to working with everyone to improve the golf customer experience even further in 2018 and beyond.”
Situated 25 minutes from Antalya, PGA National Turkey Antalya Golf Club is regarded as one of Europe’s top golfing venues and was the first golf resort in Turkey to feature 36 holes.
The resort’s extensive facilities include two 18-hole golf courses designed by his father David – the PGA Sultan and The Pasha – and two five-star hotels.
The resort has hosted numerous high-profile tournaments including the 2012 Turkish Airlines World Golf Final featuring the likes of Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose.
Complementing the courses are excellent practice facilities including a 300-metre driving range and academy.