GMA NextGen
Support Progress in Grounds Management
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By becoming a GMA Supporter, you are demonstrating your commitment to social responsibility, enhancing your brand's reputation, and gaining exclusive opportunities to engage with the entire grounds industry. Your support helps fund vital activities, initiatives, and events that directly benefit the industry.
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The Pioneer Legacy
The GMA's 'Pioneer Legacy' is a recognition scheme dedicated to celebrating the contributions of both past and present members of GMA NextGen. At the heart of the Pioneer Legacy is the Pioneer Mark - a distinctive legacy number awarded to each GMA NextGen member, representing their impact on the profession. Join us in recognising the trailblazers who continue to inspire and innovate within our field.
Meet our Ambassadors
Luis Arregui
Deputy Grounds Manager
Real Madrid
I love being outdoors, making this job a perfect fit. While I enjoy daily training routines, match days are my favourite, showcasing our hard work. I'm also passionate about exploring new technology, from machinery to agronomy, and connecting with others to share knowledge.
Calum Clarkson
Groundsperson
George Heriot’s School
Alongside his work maintaining the grounds at George Heriot’s School, he is Head Groundsman at Royal High Corstorphine Cricket Club. Growing up in sport, he understands how much high-quality surfaces matter for safety, performance and player experience.
Beth Gibbs
Regional Pitch Advisor
Grounds Management Association
I joined the industry by accident. I was looking for an apprenticeship and I came across this job advert for a groundsperson and thought that sounds interesting so I applied and got the job and I haven’t look back since! I enjoy the satisfaction of making a pitch look great and play well.”
Flynn Good
First Assistant Pitch Manager
Leicester City Football Club
I enjoy the satisfaction of seeing a pitch in perfect condition, knowing that me and my team have played a key role in creating it. I have always had a passion for grounds management and volunteered at my local non league football club from the age of 10.
Jack Langley
Deputy Head Groundsperson
Ashton Gate Stadium
I enjoy the challenges of managing our dual-sport facility. There's always something to improve, and with limited time for maintenance due to frequent games, finding solutions to enhance the quality of our surfaces keeps the work exciting and rewarding.
Meg Lay
Groundsperson
Lord's Cricket Ground
If you want to be out in the middle of an iconic venue like Lord’s or the Emirates, Anfield, Wembley, wherever it may be, there's only a few ways you can do that - one of those is playing, you might be a coach, or you're cutting the grass.
Jack Leather
Specialist Groundsperson
Liverpool Football Club
I love seeing our daily decisions directly impact the pitches and take pride in preparing for match days or completing renovations. I also enjoy how science and data shape our work, helping create perfect surfaces while enhancing sustainability - a truly rewarding process.
Oliver Mahon
Head of Grounds
Bradfield College
I love working outdoors, using various tools to prepare top-quality pitches. Growing up playing sports, I enjoy seeing students use the pitches I've prepared. It's especially rewarding when they thank my team and me for our work in creating great playing surfaces.
James Williamson
Club Development Partner
Cricket Wales
Growing up in Cornwall, he supported sports development through a variety of coaching roles before moving to Cardiff in 2019 to study Sport and Exercise Science (BSc). After graduating, he chose to stay in Wales and turn his passion for sport into a full-time career.
Sonny Keywood
Groundsperson
Brighton & Hove Albion FC
Sonny first learned about the industry through his dad, realising early on that it offered far more variety and opportunity than he had imagined. He enjoys the fast pace of his role and the day-to-day challenges that come with maintaining elite playing surfaces.
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Choose your Membership
Individual
You'll enjoy exclusive opportunities to elevate your skills through industry-specific training, stay ahead with the latest best practices, and play an active role in shaping the future of the industry.
Organisation
Our organisational membership is designed to support sports clubs, schools, colleges, universities, local authorities, and other not-for-profit organisations managing sports turf and green amenities.
Corporate Supporters
By becoming a GMA Supporter, you are demonstrating your commitment to social responsibility, enhancing your brand's reputation, and gaining exclusive opportunities to engage with the entire grounds industry.
Individual
You'll enjoy exclusive opportunities to elevate your skills through industry-specific training, stay ahead with the latest best practices, and play an active role in shaping the future of the industry.
Organisation
Our organisational membership is designed to support sports clubs, schools, colleges, universities, local authorities, and other not-for-profit organisations managing sports turf and green amenities.
Corporate Supporters
By becoming a GMA Supporter, you are demonstrating your commitment to social responsibility, enhancing your brand's reputation, and gaining exclusive opportunities to engage with the entire grounds industry.
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