Kakamega Sports Club to host fifth leg of NCBA Golf Series

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GOLF Kakamega Sports Club to host fifth leg of NCBA Golf Series

Abigael Wafula 20:35 - 09.06.2023

The event follows the successful fourth leg held on Thursday, May 25 at the Thika Sports Club, which attracted an impressive field of 256 golfers.

Kakamega Sports Club is set to play host to the fifth leg of the 2023 NCBA Golf Series on Saturday, June 10.

The edition of the series will witness the participation of at least 150 golfers from Kakamega and neighboring clubs, including Nyanza Golf Club.

The winners of the overall gross men's, women's, and junior categories will earn their place to compete in the Grand Finale.

The event follows the successful fourth leg held on Thursday, May 25 at the Thika Sports Club, which attracted an impressive field of 256 golfers. The event saw David Matano emerge as the overall winner, triumphing over a strong field of competitors.

Simon Ndung'u secured victory in the men's category, while Naomi Kimata claimed the title of the top lady golfer. Garcia Kimemia emerged as the champion among the juniors. These four outstanding golfers earned their qualification for the grand finale scheduled for December.

The series not only seeks to promote the sport of golf throughout the East African region but also aims to foster a stronger connection between NCBA Bank and its customers through their shared love for the game.

This year's edition consists of a total of 17 club qualifier events hosted at various golf clubs in Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda.

So far, the series has enjoyed successful tournaments at the Railway Golf Club, Limuru Country Club, and Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club, and Thika Sports Club.

Additionally, the series includes two junior tournaments, with the first one having taken place in Uganda in March and the upcoming one scheduled for the Nyali Golf Club in November.

Speaking ahead of the Kakamega event, NCBA Deputy Director and Group Head of Brands said: “We are thrilled to bring the series to Kakamega Sports Club. This tournament will provide a platform for golfers to showcase their skills and compete for a chance to participate in the Grand Finale."

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