Well-known Scottish golfer Jim Farmer, the captain of the Professional Golfers’ Association, is to be honoured by St Andrews University this summer.
The St Andrews player, coach and administrator will be presented with the University Medal in recognition of his lifetime achievements and outstanding contribution to the town and the game of golf.
Honorary professional of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, he will receive the award at a special public graduation ceremony in St Andrews on the eve of the 150th Open Championship in July.
To many in St Andrews, where he grew up and still lives, Mr Farmer is ‘Mr Golf'” he has coached and mentored generations of amateurs and professionals.
The University Medal is a special award intended to recognise exemplary service to the community of St Andrews or the university.
St Andrews University principal and vice-chancellor Dr Louise Richardson said, “To many, Jim Farmer’s name is synonymous with golf in St Andrews. He is a widely respected figure in our local community and throughout golf.
“We are absolutely delighted that Jim has agreed to be with us and accept this richly deserved award from the university on the eve of this year’s Open Championship.”
Mr Farmer is a former British Club Professional champion and Tartan Tour No 1.
He also achieved notable amateur successes, including winning the Lytham Trophy and gaining international honours.
Mr Farmer also established himself as a successful Scottish national coach, chaired the Scottish Regional Committee and in recent years has collected a number of awards in recognition of his contribution to the sport.
Last year he was made a life member of St Andrews Golf Club the club he joined as a teenager.
The awards ceremony will take place at 3pm on July 13 in the Younger Hall in North Street, St Andrews, and the honours will be conferred by university chancellor Sir Menzies Campbell.