Two Alicante athletes shine in Spain’s junior golf scene
Alicante’s rising golf stars, Martina Navarro and Raúl Gómez, have become two of the most talked-about talents in Spain’s youth golf circuit. For years they have represented the region with consistency at major tournaments, and their momentum only grows with each event. Their names recur at Elche Public Golf School, where they often sharpen their skills and refine their craft. The Elche duo has stood out among coaches and peers, signaling a promising future for Spanish golf. Many remember Martina and Raúl as early examples of the young talent that passed through the Elche program on their journey toward national attention.
Elche Public Golf School stands as a central green hub in the city, affiliated with the Golf Federation of the Valencian Community. It is a Public School designed to teach and promote golf in an accessible way, while also hosting a supervised program by FGCV to cultivate the values and skills associated with the sport. Throughout their training, players such as Jorge Boldo, Julia de Eusebio, Hugo Paños, José de la Concepción, Juan Miró, Francisco Bañón, Lucía, together with Martina Navarro, Raúl Gómez, and others, have trained at Elche. The school is recognized for helping nurture talents who are expected to become prominent names in Spanish golf—names like Valderrama, Santiago Juesas, and Carlos Abril are often cited as future leaders of the game in the country.
Two Alicante, the champion of Golf Spain in the benjamín category
Elche’s facility features a nine-hole learning course that offers eighteen holes when using two different tees per hole, with Par 3 holes ranging from 41 to 91 meters. Hole 17, a short game favorite with a handicap of 1, is designed for beginners to practice and perfect short-game techniques. The campus also houses a modern gym and a highly qualified staff dedicated to teaching golf, from fundamentals to advanced techniques. The school handles every aspect of a golfer’s formation and provides a focused physical education program dedicated to golf practice. Golf is a complex sport that engages nearly every muscle group, so a well-rounded preparation is essential. It is often described as one of the most demanding sports, requiring skill, concentration, and precise shot execution.
Within the Elche School lies the Technology Center, affiliated with the FGCV. This center runs specialized programs for future stars, offering both physical and technical development on a temporary basis. A dedicated gym is used for improving the drive strength and short game, with measurements collected to provide objective data for ongoing improvement. For example, players like Julia de Eusebio, Martina Navarro, and Raúl Gómez know exactly how this process works. In this way, golf and teaching converge at EGE, underlining the importance of personal development for the youngest athletes in addition to their training as players.
Cutting-edge lab facilities in Elche reflect a commitment to the most advanced technology for athlete development. Biomechanics take center stage, and TrackMan technology stands out as a world-class tool chosen by top players globally. This launch monitor provides data on club speed, ball flight, and impact location, offering a comprehensive view of every shot in real time. The system blends radar and camera data to display the trajectory from short chips to longer drives, with 3D impact analysis and launch information presented precisely.
Beyond the high-tech equipment, Valencian Golf emphasizes specialized physical preparation. The Tales Performance Institute assessments help quantify each player’s physical limits and relate them to golf performance, focusing on mobility, power, and strength to improve results in upcoming championships. The federation of Valencia continues to invest in pathways that boost young players to perform at their best in major events. This ongoing support has helped the region maintain a strong presence in national tournaments and reflects a broader commitment to developing homegrown talent in the sport.
The Valencia federation’s leadership has staked on excellence, aiming for continued success. The overall environment—state-of-the-art facilities, expert coaching, and a robust scientific approach—positions Valencian golf as a model for the nation. The community’s best young players, including those from Elche and surrounding towns, regularly compete in high-level events and push the sport forward. [citation attribution: Valencian Golf Federation]
In sum, Elche’s golf ecosystem blends traditional training with modern analytics, giving young athletes a clear path from learning the basics to competing with Spain’s best. The combination of a comprehensive training program, advanced technology, and a supportive federation structure creates an environment where future champions can grow—both on the course and in their broader athletic development. [citation attribution: FGCV]