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Van Oord Partners with GGA/Nexgen Golf Academy to Introduce Virtual Reality Golf to Guyanese Students
Procurement and Logistics Manager for Van Oord William Lems and GGA president Aleem Hussain will be teeing off a virtual reality golf programme for children in Guyana.
Kaieteur Sports – Van Oord, a leading global marine contractor, teamed up with the Guyana Golf Association (GGA)/Nexgen Golf Academy, to introduce virtual reality (VR) golf to students in Guyana.
The innovative collaboration aims to revolutionize golf training and development in the country, making the sport more accessible to young enthusiasts.
William Lems, Procurement and Logistics Manager for Van Oord, shared his personal connection to this initiative during Tuesday’s meet at the Woolford Avenue location.
“I was fortunate to have Aleem Hussain as my coach during my stay in Guyana and was amazed at how easily he taught me the game. After seeing the incredible work he is doing with the development of the game for the youth of Guyana, our company felt that by contributing the virtual reality equipment, we could play a small part in this wonderful journey,” said Lems.
The MetaQuest2 virtual reality golf system, known for its immersive and interactive experience, will significantly enhance the capabilities of Nexgen Golf Academy.
This state-of-the-art technology will allow for comprehensive training sessions in remote areas where access to large golf grounds is limited.
Additionally, considering the varied weather conditions in Guyana, VR golf ensures uninterrupted training opportunities throughout the year.
The introduction of the MetaQuest2 system will enable Nexgen Golf Academy to reach new heights in golf education, providing students with cutting-edge tools to improve their skills.
This initiative is set to create a new wave of interest and participation in golf among Guyanese youth, fostering talent and passion for the sport.
GGA president Aleem Hussain, said the Nexgen Golf Academy and its members are enthusiastic about the partnership “This collaboration with Van Oord is a game-changer for us.”
“The VR golf system will allow us to bring high-quality training to students across the country, regardless of their location. We are excited to see the impact this technology will have on the development of golf in Guyana.”
Van Oord’s contribution marks a significant step towards modernizing sports education in Guyana and reflects the company’s commitment to supporting local communities and initiatives.
A Dutch Marine contracting company, Van Oord specializes in dredging, infrastructure and offshore energy.
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