The NCBA Golf Series will return to the Nanyuki Sports Club this Saturday, August 29, after a two-year hiatus.
This marks the first time the tournament will be held at the venue since 2021.
Over 100 players are expected to compete on the 9-hole course at the foothills of Mt. Kenya. With tee-off set for 6:30 AM, the day promises exciting competition.
The series, which began in March, has quickly become a major golfing event in the region.
It offers a platform for both amateur and seasoned golfers to showcase their talents.
The tournament has toured Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda, attracting over 2,000 golfers from across East Africa.
The Nanyuki leg offers golfers a chance to qualify for the grand finale on November 29, 2024, at Muthaiga Golf Club.
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 advance to the final round.
Over 100 golfers have already qualified, with the latest contenders from events at Nairobi’s VetLab Sports Club and Tanzania’s Gymkhana Golf Club.
NCBA Group Managing Director John Gachora said they are thrilled to bring the NCBA Golf Series back to Nanyuki after two years.
“This leg is special to us, and we are eager to reconnect with the golfing community here. Our commitment to sports and community development remains strong, and we look forward to another memorable tournament,” said Gachora.
Gachora also highlighted the bank’s dedication to sustainability: “As part of our corporate social responsibility, we are planting indigenous trees at every location. In Nanyuki, we will plant 100 trees, continuing our efforts to preserve the environment.”
Nanyuki Sports Club Captain Anthony Rukwaro said they are also thrilled to welcome the NCBA Golf Series back to Nanyuki.
“This event is a highlight on our calendar, and after two years, we are ready to host an unforgettable tournament. Our course is in top condition, and we look forward to seeing both familiar and new faces. It’s going to be a fantastic day of golf, and we’re grateful to NCBA for bringing this prestigious event back,” he said.
The Nanyuki event is one of four remaining qualifiers in the 2024 series in Kenya, with the final three set for September and October.