-Miungi survived on count back, flooring 125 players to claim victory and looks forward to defend this win next year.
– The Nanyuki leg that delivered an exceptional golfing experience to the players in the series, kicked off with a curtain raising special club nite tournament at Nyeri golf club on Friday, where handicap 18 Moses Murimi emerged the overall winner.
-THE 2026 ICEA LION series seeks winners to play in the grand finale later this year at Nyali, where the ultimate grand winner will participate in the 2027 Lekoa Classic in South Africa.
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It was indeed a good day for Gabriel Miungi who braved all odds against the iconic backdrop of mt. Kenya to claim victory in the 2026 ICEA LION King of the course golf tournament series played at the high altitude par 72 Nanyuki Sports Club course in Laikipia county on Saturday.
It was not a sweet win over a silver plate, but the handicap 5 Miungi narrowly survived on a count back score of 39 stable ford points to lift the overall title, to top 125 players in the day long 18 holes stable ford tournament.
“I am very happy to have won this big tournament and I want to take this opportunity to most sincerely thank the organizers for this beautiful sponsorship and the prizes. I also wish to thank my four ball team for their support and the green keeper and his team for the excellent course. I look forward to defend this win next year and more so to participate in the grand finals in Nyali,” said Miungi.
He displaced handicap 9 Vijay Limbo the Member winner’s slot after both tied on same, while handicap 2 Cyprian Bundi politely settled for the runners up place by a single point behind.
The Nanyuki Tournament that drew players from across the Country, was the fourth edition of this year’s ongoing ICEA LION King of the course series being played around the Country.
It saw Purity Githui playing off handicap 15 score 32 points to emerge the Lady winner with handicap 24 Muthoni Mwangi taking the runners up slot on 31 points.
The guest prize on 36 points was won by handicap 17 Bernard Baragu from Nyeri golf club and handicap 19 Leakey Kathuri from Machakos country club brought 34 points to take the runners up spot.
Handicap 20 Jane Munyori was all smiles after beating workmates to win the Staff prize on 27points while handicap 19 F.N. Ndegwa carded 36 points to carry the senior prize and handicap 31 Mick Mugo was the best junior for his 15 points.
ICEA LION King of the course series kicked off on Friday with special Club Nite tournament at the Nyeri Golf Club before the Nanyuki leg that delivered an exceptional golfing experience to the players.
H handicap 18 Moses Murimi was the player of the day, carding a count back score of 36 points to emerge the overall winner after tying on the score with handicap 18 Dr. Patrick Mbuthia who was the Men winner.
Jane Munyori playing off handicap 23 was the Lady winner on 35 points and Samuel Chege playing off handicap 16 emerged the Guest winner with 39 points.
The division 2 Men winner on 36 points was handicap 21 Mathew Theuri while handicap 29 Winnie Waiganjo on 29 points was the Division 2 Lady winner and the Division 3 prize was claimed by handicap 36 Ngunjiri Wambugu with 39 points.
Nanyuki Sports Club Chairman Joseph Mwangi, flanked by the Club Captain Michael Mwirigi, thanked ICEA LION group for their continued support and players for honoring the tournament.
“On behalf of the Club, I’d like to extend our heartfelt thanks to ICEA LION Group for their amazing support of our golf tournaments. Your sponsorship has been instrumental in making this event a success. We appreciate your trust in our Club and commitment to promoting golf in our community. Your contribution has helped us create a fantastic experience for our players and guests. Thank you again, for your generosity and partnership. We’re looking forward to continuing our relationship and making more great golf happen, “said Hunjan.
The series captain Joe Mboya thanked the club for hosting the successful tournament and players for turning up in large numbers that made the day successful.
He said the ongoing series across the country this year has so far been held successfully held at Machakos, Thika Greens and Ruiru and pointed out that the overall grand winner of the series will be unveiled at Nyali later this year.
“We are excited that, last year’s 2025 grand winner Julius Kioko from Machakos golf club will be representing the circuit at the 2026 Lekoa Classic in South Africa, underscoring the series’ role in exposing local talent to regional and international golfing opportunities and in support of this achievement, a contingent of over 20 golfers from Machakos will accompany the player for the international event, “said Mboya.
ICEA LION Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Philip Lopokoiyit also praised Nanyuki club saying, the location of the club nestled at the base of the majestic Mt. Kenya offers a clarity with a breath of fresh air that is truly peerless and absolutely thrilled to be back in this vibrant destination for the 4th edition of our 10th leg this year.
“To our winners, your victory was earned through grit and precision and congratulations on a magnificent performance. To our gracious hosts, Nanyuki, your hospitality remains unmatched. We are immensely grateful for the enduring partnership we share and for the seamless way you’ve welcomed the ICEA LION family once again and our connection to this region goes far beyond the golf course.
Ultimately, tonight isn’t just about the numbers on a scorecard. It’s about the camaraderie built in the bunkers and the professional bonds strengthened on the greens. Our commitment further extends to the very soil we play on. Sustainability is the heartbeat of our ESG strategy. Through our nursery at Riverside Park in Nairobi, we are doing more than just meeting tree-planting targets, we are actively cultivating a greener legacy for the generations toc come. That is why we took some time this morning to increase our tree cover at the club. We have seen the fruits of our previous visits and we appreciate the team dedicating their time to nature the trees.
The CEO also extended a spirited ‘Thank You’ to the Machakos delegation who brought in a formidable force of 35 players.
“Asanteni for always representing! Your presence here speaks volumes. The same tenacity you bring to the fairways is the loyalty you extend to ICEA LION and that partnership is something we deeply cherish.
And before we unveil tonight’s champions, I want to tip my hat to the caliber of play we witnessed today. To our winners, your victory was earned through grit and precision. Congratulations on a magnificent performance. As we prepare to ring the bell and begin our celebrations, I invite you all to raise a glass with me, to the resounding success of the 2026 series, to the unbreakable spirit of sportsmanship and to our shared journey of protecting and creating wealth. Thank you and please do enjoy the rest of your evening,” said Lopokoiyit.
Action now moves to Eldoret and Nandi Bears on 29th and 30th, May 2026 respectively, then Royal Nairobi on 9th July, Karen country club on 14th August, Mombasa sea-front on 23rd, October before culminating with a grand finale at Nyali Golf and Country Club in Mombasa County on 24th October 2026.
FULL RESULTS-ICEA LION KING OF THE COURSE 2026 NANYUKI EDITION (SATURDAY,7TH, MARCH,2026).
Overall winner-Gabriel Miungi (5)-39 points C/B, Member winner-Vijay Limbu (9)-39 points, Runner up Cyprian Bundi (-2)-38 points C/B, Third-Umraj Sehmi (7)-38 points, Lady winner-Purity Githui (15)-32 points, Runner up-Mwangi Muthoni (24)-31 points, Guest winner-Benard Baragu-Nyeri- (17)-36 points, Runner up-Leakey Kathuri-Machakos (19)-34 points, Third-Stanley Kimbio-Machakos (18)-33 points, Staff winner-Jane Munyori (20)-27 points, Senior winner-F.N.Ndegwa (19)-36 points, First nine winner-Peter Kayugira (20)-21 points, Second nine winner-Kivungu Dr. Somba (18)-21 points, Catergory B Men winner-Jacob Kimani (32)-39 points, Lady runner up-Beatrice Wanjohi (38)-37 points, Junior winner-Mick Mugo-Jnr (31)-15 points, Longest drive men winner-Douglas Rundgren, Longest drive lady winner-Diana Angaine, Nearest to the pin winner-James Komen, Two @ 20 golf balls winners-Umraj Sehmi, Catherine Wambui, Saluny Edwin, Santosh Gurung, F.N.Ndegwa.
FULL RESULTS-ICEA LION KING OF THE COURSE 2026 SPECIAL CLUB NITE-NYERI (FRIDAY,6TH, MARCH,2026).
Overall winner-Moes Murimi (18)-36 points C/B, Men winner-Dr.Patrick Mbuthia (18)-36 points, Lady winner-Jane Munyori (23)-35 points, Gross winner-Richard Kibicho (2)-47 gross, Guest winner-Samuel Chege (16)-39 points, Runner up-Njoroge Rono (10)-38 points, Division 2 men winner-Mathew Theuri (21)-36 points, Division 2 lady winner-Winnie Waiganjo (290-29 points, Division 3 winner-Ngujiri Wambugu (36)-39 points, Nearest to pin men winner-Tugi Kigwa, Nearest to pin lady winner-Winnie Waiganjo, Longest drive men winner-Richard Kibicho, Longest drive lady winner-Jane Munyori,Golf ball winners-Tugi Kirwaa-16, DR. Patrick Mbuthia-16, Samuel muiruri-16, Njoroge Rono-16.
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