Sotogrande announced that former Solheim Cup player, captain and two-time main champion Suzann Pettersen will become the global ambassador to the new Sotogrande Golf Academy – opening this August at the award-winning So/Sotogrande Spa and Golf Resort.
One of the most respected figures in international golf, Paterson will be the face of the academy, bringing her experience, passion and leadership into this transformative project.
College functions
Her appointment marks a major milestone before the Academy’s official launch and highlights Sotogrande’s commitment to creating world-class destinations for golf training and development.
The new golf academy located in the So/Sotogrande spa and golf resort will become the main hub for golf teaching in Southern Europe.
It will feature cutting-edge Toptracer driving range technology, natural and covered TEE lines with VIP practice areas, custom installation centers, night practice facilities, and bars and cafes.
Three-pole course
The facility will also feature a new 9-hole PAR-3 course designed by former Ryder Cup star, Manuel Piñero, a short game practice area that includes putting and chopping greens, and a professional coaching area.
“We are delighted to work with Suzann,” said Rami Badr, CEO of Sotogrande SA, who is the perfect ambassador for our new golf academy – a world-class athlete with amazing resumes in the competition and dedicated the sport.
She is also a wonderful role model to inspire those who start a golf trip with us in Sotogrande. ”
Share her excitement about the partnership, Pettersen said: “I am honored to join the Sotogrande team and be part of the project.
This new facility is excellent and unlike anything else in the area. I look forward to spending time at the academy and shaping it into one of the best coaching facilities in the country. ”
Elite training
As part of her role, Suzann Pettersen will work closely with the college’s team of teaching professionals to develop tailored training programs that reflect her strategic approach to the game.
Pettersen draws on her extensive experience in the highest competition and will help her instill her coaching philosophy throughout the facility, ensuring a consistent elite-level approach to support golfers of all ages and abilities.
“We look forward to welcoming the college guests to So/Sotogrande,” said Stéphane Menou, general manager of So/Sotogrande Spa & Golf Resort.
“Because our doorstep is one of the best coaching facilities in Europe, creating a more lifestyle destination within the destination, visitors can now enjoy not only the elite programs of Suzann and Team, but also the full experience of a 5-star lifestyle resort, inspired by the luxurious Spa Thalasso, Michellene Star Restaurant, the entire Mediterrerraneans browsing the entire view.”
The new Sotogrande Golf Academy will be officially open to the public in September 2025 and further updates are available through the Sotogrande website (www.sotogrande.com).
