Mike Phillips, former Welsh rugby international, once again teed up in support of Prostate Cymru with his annual Mike Phillips Golf Day.
Now in its third year, the event was held on Friday, 27th June 2025, at Derllys Court Golf Club in Carmarthen, bringing together golfers, supporters, and sports personalities for a fantastic day on the course, all in the name of raising funds and awareness for the fight against prostate cancer.
Since its inception, the event has raised an astounding £65,000, with this year’s total now pushing well over £20,000.
The incredible support has significantly contributed to Prostate Cymru’s vital work, from raising awareness and funding treatments to supporting men across Wales affected by the disease.
Phillips’ ongoing dedication to the cause has not gone unnoticed. In 2024, he was honoured alongside Tommy Williams and Paul Kirk with the Team of the Year award at Prostate Cymru’s prestigious Blue Tie Ball Fundraising Awards Dinner. Their collective efforts have become a standout example of community-led fundraising at its finest.
This year’s event carried extra emotional weight, as it also served as a tribute to Tommy Williams, who sadly passed away earlier this year.
Tommy was a passionate advocate for Prostate Cymru and a driving force behind the success of the golf day. His loss has been deeply felt by all who knew him, and his legacy continues to inspire those supporting the charity.
The golf day has grown to become one of the charity’s most anticipated events, combining friendly competition with an unwavering commitment to men’s health. As ever, it offered a meaningful opportunity for people to come together and support a cause that affects 1 in 8 men in Wales.
Among the many highlights of the day was a spectacular hole-in-one on the 14th hole — a 149-yard par 3, proudly sponsored by Hopkins Machinery and winning £500.
With Mike Phillips at the helm, the Golf Day has not only raised essential funds but has also helped amplify the message that awareness and education are key to tackling one of the UK’s most common cancers in men.