The team of Christine Ochola, Rose Catherine, Mary Wainaina, and Nyambura Gitimu claimed victory at the 2024 Nancy Millar Trophy.
The event concluded over the weekend on the prestigious par-72 course at Karen Country Club.
More than 120 lady golfers from 16 clubs across Kenya competed in the two-day tournament.
Team Ochola scored 223 points, narrowly edging out the runners-up, Ashley Muyela, Amelia Sheikh, Muthoni Kioi, and Zari Njogu.
Both teams finished with 223 points, but Team Ochola won on countback.
In third place with 222 points was the team of Sally Davey, Atty Harrison, Rina Hanrahan, and Annie Markham.
The fourth spot went to Wairimu Maina, Wanjiku Mathu, Wahu Nyairo, and Stella Gathigia, who finished with 220 points.
The Nancy Millar Trophy, a highlight of Karen’s women’s golf calendar since 1970, honors Nancy Millar, a founding member of Karen Country Club and a pioneer of women’s golf in Kenya.
This year’s tournament attracted participants from prominent clubs, including Royal Nairobi Golf Club, Sigona Golf Club, Muthaiga Golf Club, and VetLab Sports Club, among others.
Speaking at the prize-giving ceremony, Karen Country Club Lady Captain Betty Gacheru praised the high level of competition and sportsmanship.
“We are incredibly proud to have hosted such a successful tournament with superb attendance. The Nancy Millar Trophy is not just about competition; it celebrates the growth and spirit of women’s golf in Kenya,” she said.
She added that the close competition and narrow margins between the top teams underscored how competitive the field was, making for an exciting two days of golf.
“The Nancy Millar Trophy is deeply meaningful to us, not only for its long history but also because it commemorates a woman who played a pivotal role in shaping women’s golf in Kenya,” Gacheru said.
She expressed her hope that the tradition will continue for many years, honoring Nancy Millar’s memory by promoting excellence, inclusivity, and a love for the game.
“Nancy Millar’s legacy lives on through this event, and it’s heartwarming to see it continue to inspire new generations of lady golfers,” she concluded.