Aaron Cox has been recognised for his outstanding commitment to growing the game for young people of all ages and abilities across the North East. His coaching extends far beyond a traditional academy: he delivers golf lessons in primary and secondary schools, supports holiday programmes, and leads thriving junior academies at Blackwell and Richmond.
A passionate advocate for inclusive pathways, Aaron supports initiatives such as Girls Golf Rocks and has long championed GolfSixes, coaching winning teams in both North Yorkshire and Durham. In 2025, he launched the Northern Junior Tour to ensure young golfers in the region retained access to competitive opportunities, helping hundreds gain experience, confidence and friendships.
Under his leadership, the Blackwell junior academy has grown from 12 to 120 golfers, supported by a bespoke six hole academy course and structured coaching that develops players from first swings to single digit handicaps. His players are thriving, with one selected for the England Golf Regional Squad and another reaching the Faldo Futures World Final.
Aaron’s influence is best seen in personal stories, including transforming the confidence of an autistic junior who now competes, makes friends, and thrives. His mentorship and passion are shaping not just better golfers, but stronger young people.
