-Over 150 golfers expected in the event to pay tribute to their Chairman Mr. Joe Wangai, whose leadership has been instrumental in fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and sustainability within the ICEA LION Group;
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ICEA LION Group is looking forward to this year’s Patron’s Putter Tournament, set to take place against the scenic backdrop of Limuru Country Club in Kiambu County on Saturday 20th,April 2024.
ICEA LION will pay tribute to their Chairman Mr. Joe Wangai, whose leadership has been instrumental in fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and sustainability within the ICEA LION Group and the broader golfing community where his vision has propelled the Club and the group to new heights, making significant impacts on both the sport and the community.
The event tees off from 6.54am at the first tee with the team of T.Ruto, K.Stephen and V.Kogo while from the tenth tee the team of N.Kibiku, K.Nyakeri, Peter Maina and M.Mwangi tees off from 7.02 am.
ICEA Lion group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Philip Lopokoiyit will be teaming up with J.Githinji, T.Simba and Eric.W to tee off at 12.46 pm from the first tee.
Limuru Country Club Captain James Githinji states that this year’s Patron’s putter will be featuring over two hundred and four participants being the signature event in their 2024 calendar and promises a competitive spirit balanced with a welcoming environment for all attending golfers.
“The Club boasts a superbly maintained course, top-notch facilities, and exceptional hospitality and we are looking forward to hosting ICEA LION, “said Githinji.
Philip Lopokoiyit, CEO of ICEA LION, celebrates this occasion as a cornerstone of community Engagement and brand enhancement.
“The Patron’s Putter Tournament is a hallmark event that not only honors’ our esteemed chairman Mr. Joe Wangai but also reinforces our dedication to the values he embodies. This tournament celebrates the leadership,commitment, and vision of Mr. Wangai, enhancing our community and setting a standard for excellence. Under the captivating theme of ‘Safari Elegance’ the event promises to be a memorable celebration of Mr. Joe Wangai, reinforcing the strong ties within the golfing community and encouraging continued excellence and sportsmanship, “said Lopokoiyit.
Limuru Country Club is a private Members’ club that was established in 1945 by colonial settlers and opened its first nine holes in 1949 and the second nine holes in 1952.
Other than the Golf course, the Club consists of lawn bowling, tennis courts, a cricket pitch, squash courts and a swimming pool.
The club is located 25 kilometers from Nairobi, surrounded by luxuriously verdant Tea fields with a proud reputation of providing Members and their guests with a friendly, welcoming and inclusive experience.
Golf is the dominant sport at Limuru country Club and Just 30 minutes from Nairobi City Centre, Limuru’s eighteen hole course is widely regarded as the most scenic in Kenya with one of the best club house veranda views in all of Africa.
At an altitude of seven thousand (7000) feet and set amidst the sprawling Tea plantations and rolling farmlands, Limuru provides a unique hole-by-hole challenge for all members, visitors and guests.
The Limuru course played host to the Africa Amateur Golf Team Championship event in October 2015, the first time the event was held in East Africa.
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