JGFP names Manotoc as chairman emeritus

MANILA, Philippines — Former national team coach Tommy Manotoc has been elected unanimously as chairman emeritus of the Junior Golf Foundation of the Philippines (JGFP), adding experience and guidance to the new set of officers.

Manotoc joins the JGFP board led by newly elected president Oliver Gan, a former junior golfer.

“The Board of Trustees of the Junior Golf Foundation of the Philippines is proud to announce the election of Philippine golf legend Tomas “Tommy” Manotoc as a member of the Board of Trustees,” said Gan.

“In recognition of Mr. Manotoc’s contribution to Philippine golf as a many time national player, national team coach and a captain, former president of the NGAP and the only Filipino member in the R&A, the wealth of wisdom that he can impart to the JGFP,  the JGFP Board of Trustees elevates Mr. Manotoc to chairman emeritus,” added Gan.

Manotoc has served as coach of the men’s national team and has also served as president of the National Golf Association of the Philippines (NGAP).

He is a respected sportsman who has also coached in the PBA, winning six championships including a grand slam title with the Crispa Redmanizers in 1983.

He also served as deputy commissioner of the pro league.