DOUGLAS MWALE-IMG PR;
The second edition of the Karen Ladies Open is set to take place this Saturday 29th April 2023 at the par-72 Karen Country Club, with preparations for the tournament in top gear.
The event which is part of the Kenya Ladies Golf Union (KLGU) Golfer of the Year competitions is organized by Karen Country Club and is aimed at promoting women’s golf in the country.
The inaugural tournament was held in April 2022, and it attracted top amateur lady golfers from across the country including defending champion Naomi Wafula.
This year’s tournament is set to attract even more participants, with an estimated 200 lady golfers expected to participate.
Some of the top names drawn for this year’s tournament include Louisa Gitau (Past Lady Captain at Karen), Joyce Wanjiru, Diana Mbuba, Belinda Wanjiru, Mercy Nyanchama, Margaret Njoki, Nancy Wairimu, Ashley Awuor, Margareta Gram among others. They will be aiming to gain points towards the Golfer of the Year Award.
Speaking ahead of the tournament, Karen Country Club Lady Captain Doreen Murithi said, “We are excited to welcome golfers from all over the country to the Karen Ladies Open, which promises to be an exciting tournament. The course is in excellent condition, and we are confident that it will provide a challenging yet enjoyable experience for all the participants. As the host club, we have put in a lot of effort to ensure that everything is in place for the tournament, and we look forward to hosting a successful event,” she said.
“With an expected number of 200 lady golfers participating, we guarantee an exciting display of golfing talent that will be a thrill to watch. We are grateful to our sponsors, including EABL through Johnnie Walker, for their continued support of golf in Kenya, and we look forward to a successful tournament,” she added.
As part of its continued commitment to supporting inclusion and diversity in sports through golf, Johnnie Walker has stepped up to sponsor the Karen Ladies Open. The brand’s Marketing Manager Josephine Katambo said that the tournament is a great step towards promoting women’s golf.
“As a brand, Johnnie Walker is committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in sports, and we are proud to be sponsoring this year’s Karen Ladies Open. We recognize the importance of supporting women’s golf in Kenya and creating opportunities for female golfers to showcase their talent,” said Katambo.
“We believe that through our partnership, we can help promote golf as a sport for all and inspire more women to take up golf. We are excited about the tournament and the opportunity it provides to showcase our brand’s values and commitment to social responsibility. We wish all the participants the best of luck, and we look forward to a successful and enjoyable tournament,” she added.
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