Graham Marsh
MBE, Professional Golfer, Golf Course Designer, Golf Course Owner
Graham Marsh (Swampy) was born in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia and grew up in Perth.
Graham represented Western Australia's Under 15's cricket team.
Twelve months after joining Gosnells Golf Club, Swampy won the Handicap Championships.
He won the Western Australian Junior Championship in 1964.
Graham won the Cottesloe Championships from 1964 to 1967.
In 1967, Graham finished runner up at the Australian Amateur Championships.
He attended the University of Western Australia and Claremont Teachers College.
Graham turned professional in 1969.
In his first year as a professional Golfer, Graham won the Western Australian Open.
Graham has currently won 64 Professional Golf Tournaments throughout the world's PGA Tours including the USA, Europe, Japan, Australasia and the USA Champions Tour.
Swampy is regarded as one of the leading Australian professional golfers of his generation and has received recognition for being one of the most consistent performers' on all world tours.
In 1977, Graham won the World Match Championship.
Graham was voted Australian Sportsman of the year in 1977.
With 56 wins on the regular PGA Tours alone, Graham is regarded as one of the most successful professionals in his era.
Graham has been playing on the US Champions Tour and has achieved six victories including the US Seniors Open in 1997. He has also recorded over 100 Top 10 finishes on the US Tours alone.
Graham was voted Australian Sportsman of the year in 1977.
Queen Elizabeth II awarded Graham with a MBE (Members of the British Empire) in 1984 as recognition for his services to the Golf Industry.
Six years as Chairman of the Australian PGA Tour, Graham introduced a number of professional golf tournaments to the Australian Tour schedule.
Graham Marsh's commitment and professional understanding of the Golf Industry assists Graham Marsh Golf Design in delivering a World Class product and service.
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Featured Golf Courses
BFA International Convention Centre Golf Club
The BFA International Convention Centre Golf Club is located in Boao on Dongyu Island in the Peoples Republic of China. The Resort features a World Class Championship Golf Course Designed by Australian PGA Touring Professional Graham Marsh. BFA features a five star Clubhouse, Hotel, Villas, Driving Range, Restaurants, Sauna and massage facilities. The Championship Golf Course is one of the most beautiful courses in China and throughout the world.
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Sutton Bay Golf Course
One of the most unique private clubs in the world. Created by people who love the game of golf, the natural beauty of the land, the challenge of hunting and fishing. Entertain family, friends, and clients at one of the most peaceful places on earth. Located on majestic plains and perched high above the Missouri River in South Dakota, Sutton Bay has been developed on a historic cattle ranch that has grazed herds, including the buffalo used in the film "Dances with Wolves." The 6500m championship course features spectacular elevation changes, natural green sites and fairways carved amongst the magnificent landforms.
