Kitale club set to host 12th leg of NCBA Golf Series as golfers aim for grand final

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GOLF Kitale club set to host 12th leg of NCBA Golf Series as golfers aim for grand final

Festus Chuma 16:00 - 18.08.2023

Golfers ready to tackle par-72 course as road to Sigona grand final intensifies.

Kitale Club is gearing up to welcome the ongoing NCBA Golf Series this Saturday, August 19th, marking the twelfth event in the tournament's dynamic calendar.

A hundred skilled golfers from across the nation are poised to tackle the challenging par-72 course, each vying for a chance to secure their spot in the Tournament's Grand Final, slated for December at the esteemed Sigona Golf Club.

In a statement ahead of the anticipated tournament, John Gachora, the NCBA Group Director, expressed his enthusiasm for the occasion.

"We are delighted to be taking this series to Kitale County once again. Being the twelfth event in the series, this has been nothing but an amazing journey for us,” he said. 

“This tournament has provided an opportunity for golfers around the country to showcase their talents and skills, and has also offered us the chance to interact with our clients from the different regions. As we head to Kitale for this event, we look forward to another amazing golf out at the scenic Kitale Club."

The anticipation is palpable following the recently concluded 11th leg at Nyali Golf & Country Club, which saw a remarkable turnout of 180 golfers.

Local talent Olaf Grothey emerged victorious, carding an impressive round of 72 gross to claim the overall winner's title.

In the fiercely competitive men's category, Mohdhar Abubakar clinched victory with a round of 76 gross, edging out Jimmy Kingori, who finished the round with a score of 77 gross. 

The Ladies' category witnessed a gripping showdown, with Mary Kandu securing victory after a skillful round of 82 gross, narrowly surpassing Truphena Oyaro on countback.

Among the rising junior stars, Alyssa Jamal shone brilliantly, displaying exceptional prowess with an impressive score of 78 gross, solidifying her position as the top junior contender.

With the focus shifting to the horizon, the Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort eagerly awaits the Series' thirteenth qualifier event on September 2, 2023.

The top six winners from all the events - including the overall winner, men's winner, men's runners-up, lady winners, ladies runners-up, and junior winners - will have the chance to compete for the ultimate Series' top honors at the Grand Final to be held at Sigona Golf Club in December.

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