-This annual Tournament honors the legacy of Nancy Millar, one of the founding members of Karen Country Club and a pioneer of Women’s Golf in Kenya;
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The combined team of Christine Ochola, Rose Catherine, Mary Wainaina, and Nyambura Gitimu stamped their authority to emerge the team winners of the 2024 Nancy Millar Golf tournament that concluded at the par 72 Karen Country Club Course in Nairobi County on Saturday.
The team brought to combined score of a count back score of 223 total points to clinch the trophy beating a team of points over 120 lady Golfers from 16 Golf clubs across Kenya.
They survived after edged out the runners-up team of Ashley Muyela, Amelia Sheikh, Muthoni Kioi, and Zari Njogu after both teams tied on the same score.
In third place, with a commendable score of 222 points, was the team of Sally Davey, Atty Harrison, Rina Hanrahan, and Annie Markham while the fourth position went to the team of Wairimu Maina, Wanjiku Mathu, Wahu Nyairo, and Stella Gathigia, with a total of 220 points.
Karen Country Club Lady Captain Betty Gacheru praised the high level of competition and sportsmanship displayed by the participants.
“We are incredibly proud to have hosted such a successful tournament with superb attendance. The Nancy Millar Trophy is not just about competition but a celebration of the growth and spirit of women’s Golf in Kenya. To witness such large attendance by the lady Golfers from various Clubs competing at such a high level is a testament to the passion and dedication that these players bring to the Sport, “said Gacheru.
She pointed out that this year’s event truly showcased the incredible talent and sportsmanship that continues to elevate Women’s Golf in the Country and that the close competition and the narrow margins between the top teams underscore how competitive the field was made for an exciting two days of Golf.
“The Nancy Millar Trophy is deeply meaningful to us here at Karen Country Club, not only because of its long history but because it commemorates a woman who played a pivotal role in shaping women’s Golf in Kenya,”said Gacheru.
She noted that Millar’s legacy lives on through this event, and it’s heartwarming to see it continue to inspire new generations of lady Golfers.
“We look forward to many more years of this cherished tradition and hope to keep honoring her memory by promoting excellence, exclusivity, and a love for the game, “said Gacheru.
The Nancy Millar Trophy, a highlight of the Karen Women’s Golfing Calendar, has been an annual tradition since 1970.
It honors the legacy of Nancy Millar, one of the founding members of Karen Country Club and a pioneer of Women’s Golf in Kenya.
This year’s tournament attracted participants from prominent Clubs including the Royal Nairobi Golf Club, Sigona Golf Club, Muthaiga Golf Club, and VetLab Sports Club, among others.
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