Njuguna Soars High to Bag Centenary Golf Day in Ruiru

Handicap 16 golfer Samuel Nguguna carded 43 stableford points to win the centenary golf day at the Ruiru Sports Club this past weekend as the club marked 100 years of existence.

Peter Mwaura who plays off handicap 13 was crowned the Division One men winner after returning an excellent score of 41 stableford points at the tournament that was graced by 232 golfers from Nairobi and its environs.

Speaking at the prize-giving ceremony, Samuel Njuguna said:

“I'm elated to be named the overall winner of this tournament at a time we are celebrating 100 years of existence and progressive excellence. I thank my four-ball for an amazing outing on the course and I cannot wait to brave the fairways in the competitions to come.”

In the Division Two category, Amos Mwaura who plays off handicap 25 returned 43 points to cruise to victory beating Philip Nguyai, handicap 28, who carded 42 points to emerge second.

Handicap 13 Lucy Njuguna clinched the division one lady winner award after returning 41 points to beat her closest challenger Grace Miano, handicap 17, who carded 40 stableford points to be named second in the highly contested category.

Vincent Musalia, handicap 39 returned 47 stableford points to win the guest winner award and was closely followed by handicap 35 Milkah Macharia who carded 42 stableford points to finish second.

While Eliakim Maina claimed the longest driver award in the men’s category, Beatrice Waweru clinched it in the ladies’ category after her excellent ball-striking technique. Lucy Njugunu won the nearest to the pin in the ladies’ category while Dr. Fred Mugambi scooped it in the men’s category.

The club also hosted a series of other activities to mark the continental milestone- bowling, swimming, and pool table that culminated in a blue-themed dinner event with pomp and colour.

East Africa Breweries Limited (EABL), BF SUMA, Maridady, Prife International and Fresha Dairy Brands sponsored the event.