•Nanyuki Sports Club Captain Anthony Rukwaro shared his enthusiasm for the event’s return.
•The Nanyuki leg will offer golfers in the region a coveted chance to qualify for the grand finale, scheduled to be held at Muthaiga Golf Club on 29th November 2024.
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The ongoing NCBA Golf Series returns to the magnificent Nanyuki Sports Club on Saturday after a two-year hiatus.
Over 100 golfers will compete at the nine-hole course as the tournament marks its first appearance at the venue since 2021.
The course nestled at the foothills of Mt. Kenya, has attracted golfers who are eager to display their skills and passion for the game. The event is set to tee off at 6:30 am and promises a day full of thrills.
Nanyuki Sports Club captain Anthony Rukwaro shared his enthusiasm for the event’s return.
"We are thrilled to welcome the NCBA Golf Series back to Nanyuki. This event has always been a highlight of our club's calendar and after two years, we are ready to host an unforgettable tournament,” he said.
He added: “Our course is in top condition and we are eager to see both familiar faces and new participants take on the challenge. It’s going to be a fantastic day of golf, and we’re grateful to NCBA for bringing this event back to our club."
The Nanyuki leg will offer golfers in the region a coveted chance to qualify for the Grand Finale scheduled for Muthaiga on November 29.
Six players from each qualifying event—including the top male and female finishers in Divisions One, Two and Three as well as the overall Junior winner—will secure their spots in the final round.
Over 100 golfers have already qualified based on their performance in previous events, with the latest qualifiers emerging from the recent regional doubleheader at Nairobi’s VetLab Sports Club and Tanzania’s Gymkhana Golf Club last Saturday.
NCBA Group managing director, John Gachora, expressed his excitement: "We are thrilled to bring the NCBA Golf Series back to Nanyuki Sports Club after two years.
"This leg of the series holds a special place in our hearts, and we look forward to reconnecting with the golfing community here.
"Our commitment to supporting sports and community development remains unwavering, and we are excited to see what this year’s tournament will bring."
The series which teed off in March this year has grown to become one of the most significant golfing events in the country, providing a platform for both amateur and seasoned golfers to showcase their talents.
The tournament has traversed Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda, attracting over 2,000 golfers from across the region.