-Tournament is tradition hosted by Githere to bid farewell to members, friends and supporters after the conclusion of her one-year term in office.
-Githere described the year 2025 as both challenging and achievements, ultimately noting it as an enjoyable and a progressive period for the Club.
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Sterling prizes, fun and entertainments await an estimated 235 players who are expected to grace the much anticipated Chairman’s (Jayne Githere) prize Golf tournament at the par 71 Nyali Golf and Country Club course in Mombasa County on Saturday,31st, January.
Organized by the Club Chairman Jayne Githere to bid farewell to the Club members, friends and sponsors after her one-year term in office, the daylong 18 holes’ tournament is a tradition that also marks the close of the Club’s 2025-year Calendar of events.
According to the program, the dress code of the day shall be White bottom on the course and Elegant black/red in the evening during The 18 holes stable ford tournament.
It will be played on 95% off handicap and strictly tees off from as early as 6:10 am with the flight team of Gabriel Gakuo, Mary Kandu, J. Kaguru and Sandra Githere while last group of Frank Herter, M. Saikia, Jamal Soud and H. Tetsuo will tee off at 14:18 pm.
The players who will all tee off from the first tee box have been drawn from the home Club, nearby Sea-Link Mombasa Club, Kwale’s Diamond Leisure Golf Resort Club, Kilifi’s Vipingo Ridge and Malindi Country Club with others and guests across the Country with valid handicaps.
Among the expected players salivating for the top sterling prizes includes the on-form home Club’ Vice-Captain Muzzahim Taib, Dan Mugambi, Patrick Muturi, Kailesh Chauhan, Salim Taib, Jimmy King’ori, Gurbux Singh and Swaleh Omar with lady Golfers among them Mary Kandu, Christine Ockotch, Florence Mugi, Zaituni Mohamed, Florence Karimi, Nancy Gathunga, Navinder Kaur and the Club’s favorite Junior boy Niall Chauhan.
Muzzahim said they are excited, prepared, eagerly waiting for the great day and hopefully bring good score at the end of the tournament.
“God willing, we are waiting for the great day. We are ready, focused and has practiced hard for this moment. Let’s believe in ourselves, trust our swings and give it our all. Let’s also focus on our game, the course is playing well and in its pristine condition at the moment and don’t forget to stay positive to make this tournament unforgettable, “said Muzzahim of behalf of the home team.
The tournament is jointly being sponsored by Standard Investment Bank (SIB), Moffat Court, Artha, Aryuv, Denri, Bussy Bee, Hike ‘N’ Pic, Shikara Limited, Lecol, Garden Grove, Kwal, FlyDubai and Ruby Granite &Interiors and Friends of the Chairman among others.
Githere said all players and her friends have been invited to grace the day expected to be full of fun, entertainments and great a moment on the course.
“Fellow Golfers, welcome. I will be excited to see you all on the course on Saturday. Let’s focus on having fun, building connection, and showcasing our skills. I look forward to sharing this special day with our members, sponsors, friends, and families and I pray it will be a joyful and successful occasion for everyone. Remember to stay hydrated, respect the game, and enjoy the camaraderie. Let’s wait to tee off, “said Githere.
Githere described the year 2025 as both challenging and achievements, ultimately noting it as an enjoyable and a progressive period for the club.
She praised the transformation within the ladies’ section under Lady Captain Hilda Mugure, highlighting renewed energy and engagement among members and also extended equal appreciation to Club Captain Omar Lewa for his dedication in ensuring a vibrant calendar of competitions throughout the year.
As Head of the Board, Ms. Githere emphasized her commitment to inclusive leadership, encouraging open input from all Board members to ensure smooth governance.
“Iam proud of the Club, it is one of Kenya’s most prestigious Clubs and hope that its standards and reputation will be preserved for generations to come, “said Githere.
She expressed optimism and confidence that the Chairman’s Prize will be a successful and memorable event for all involved.
In a departure from tradition, the Chairman will not be competing on the day, choosing instead to walk the course, interact with members, sponsors, friends, guests and enjoy the occasion without the pressure of playing.
This tournament follows a similar one after the Club’s Lady Captain (Hilda Mugure) prize and the Club’s Captain (Omar Lewa) prize tournaments, who are all traditionally bowing out of office after serving their one-year term.
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