MISSISSAUGA, ON - The Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA) and The Toro Company are pleased to announce Mr. Nick Daley, Senior Assistant Superintendent Capilano Golf and Country Club in West Vancouver, British Columbia as the CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year Award winner for 2023.

The CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year award recognizes the specific achievements of a golf course assistant superintendent whose performance and contributions to the success of the facility go beyond those that would normally be expected. The award is presented to an individual who has contributed to his or her golf facility in a significant way and who has demonstrated professionalism, leadership, innovation and a team approach in their work.

Nick has been a CGSA member since 2019 and he has been in the golf course industry since 2013. He is going into his 5th season with the Capilano Golf and Country Club. Prior to Capilano, Nick was 2nd Assistant Superintendent from 2017-2018 at Nicklaus North Golf Course. Nick graduated with his Bachelor of Landscape Architecture with Honours from the University of Canberra, Australia in 2009 and has also completed online certificates with Ohio State University (Golf Course Management) and Penn State University (Turf Management).

Stuart Sheridan, AGS nominated Nick for this award. Nick has been his right-hand man since hiring him as 2nd Assistant in 2019. Stuart promoted Nick to Assistant Superintendent after stepping into the Superintendent position and then to Senior Assistant Superintendent in 2021. “I needed to have someone I could trust on-site at all times. Nick would take on this opportunity and challenge with the same energy, enthusiasm and dedication that he has always shown.” 

“In short, Nick continues to push himself to develop as a person, leader, and industry professional. He embraces challenges, he leads by example, and, when the correct opportunity presents itself, he will be a fantastic Golf Couse Superintendent,” said Stuart Sheridan, AGS, Superintendent at Capilano.

"Those closest to Nick Daley describe him as someone who possesses a calm, professional, enthusiastic demeanor. Someone who is determined to advance his career. His outstanding leadership and the mentorship to numerous staff has helped several staff advance in their careers. It is my distinct pleasure to congratulate Nick Daley, the 2023 CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year Award recipient." 

- Dustin Zdan, AGS, CGSA President

“Toro is proud to honour Nick Daley who represents the next generation of industry leaders as an outstanding Senior Assistant Superintendent as evidenced by his accomplishments and examples of proactive career planning. We look forward to hosting Nick and a group of his Assistant Superintendent peers for networking and education during the upcoming Toro Experience for Assistant Superintendents.” 

- Josh Tubbs, Sr. Marketing Manager, The Toro Company

As the CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year winner, Nick will receive an "All-Access" registration to The Canadian 2024 Golf Course Management Conference in Montreal, Quebec from February 27-29, 2024, 4 nights' accommodation and transportation costs. Toro will provide a stipend for meals and incidental expenses during the conference and they cover his CGSA 2024 membership dues. Nick is also invited to attend the Toro Experience for Assistant Superintendents, an exclusive event hosted at The Toro Company Headquarters in Bloomington MN in August of each year, including round-trip airfare and accommodations during the event.

Congratulations to Nick Daley on being named the CGSA/Toro Assistant Superintendent of the Year for 2023!  We hope you will come out and congratulate Nick on winning this award during the CGSA Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, February 27th. To register for the conference or to attend the awards ceremony please click here.

This award is funded by The Toro Company – a Platinum Plus sponsor of the CGSA. Thanks to Toro for its partnership with the CGSA and for continuing to sponsor some of our major awards and events.

About CGSA

The CGSA represents golf course superintendents, assistant superintendents, equipment technicians, and others involved in golf course management across Canada. CGSA was founded in 1966 and has approximately 1,000 members. Its mission is to promote excellence in golf course management and environmental responsibility through the continuing professional development of its members. For more information, please visit www.golfsupers.com.

About The Toro Company:

The Toro Company (NYSE: TTC) is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment, including turf, snow and ground engaging equipment and irrigation and outdoor lighting solutions. With sales of $2.4 billion in fiscal 2016, Toro's global presence extends to more than 90 countries. Through constant innovation and caring relationships built on trust and integrity, Toro and its family of brands have built a legacy of excellence by helping customers care for golf courses, landscapes, sports fields, public green spaces, commercial and residential properties and agricultural fields. For more information, visit www.toro.com.