The team of Christine Riaroh, Tabitha Ojwang, Joyce Osike, and Griffins Owino from Nyanza Golf Club emerged as the winners of the 2023 KCB East Africa Golf Tour, held at the prestigious par 72 Karen Country Club on Friday evening.
The four golfers returned a combined score of 126 points, outshining Kakamega’s Ronald Omondi, Jimmie Akhonya, Derik Mwaura, and Irene Ashioya, who secured the second position with 116 points. The tournament brought together over 140 golfers from Kenya and the East African region.
Speaking after their victory, Riaroh stated, “We came here with the motive of winning, and we did exactly that. Our team took the time to prepare for this tournament, knowing the competition would be tough. We focused on polishing our putting and tee shots, and that is what granted us the victory. We cannot wait to participate in next year’s action.”
On the same evening, KCB announced the launch of the 2024 KCB East Africa Golf Tour, scheduled to tee off in February. The tour will traverse 20 counties in the Kenyan edition and five East African countries.
KCB Group CEO Paul Russo expressed excitement, stating, “After a successful series this year, I am happy to announce the 2024 KCB East Africa Golf Tour, promising more memorable experiences filled with immense adventures that will be instrumental in delivering a spectacle like no other.”
Russo added, “Our objective is to keep expanding this sport in line with our brand purpose ‘For People. For Better.,’ anchored on opening doors of opportunities to anyone, anytime, and anywhere.”
The team of Mogan Chirchir, Moses Cheboi, Geoffrey Yego, and Frankline Kipyator from Railways Golf Club secured the third position with a combined score of 113 points. The winning team was awarded Kshs. 1 million and earned a spot in the 2024 Magical Kenya Ladies Open in Vipingo.
In individual achievements, seasoned golfer Joseph Malatu scored 48 stableford points to clinch the overall winner award, while Patel Amrish returned 41 points to win the men’s winner trophy.
Grace Muigai claimed the lady winner award with an impressive 44 stableford points. In the junior’s category, Adrian Mwangi triumphed with 34 points.
Nandi Golf Club Captain Isaac Kuto was named the first-nine winner after an excellent score of 21 points after countback, while Allan Kirui won the second-nine with 23 points.”
