Luther Kamau successfully defended his title at the Great Rift Valley leg of the NCBA Golf Series, playing off handicap 8 with a gross score of 75 to secure top honors in the Division One Men’s category for the second consecutive year. The tournament, held at the Great Rift Valley Golf Resort, saw strong competition across all divisions with 134 golfers in attendance. Kamau’s performance was a masterclass, beating a competitive field to retain his title.
The Division One Men’s category saw Kevin Smith finish as runner-up with a gross score of 78, edging out Frank Den Dulk who claimed third place with an 83. In other categories, Steve Njoroge claimed the Men’s Net title in Division Two with 34 points off handicap 14. Kate Kibiti triumphed in the Ladies’ Net category with 29 points off handicap 24, while Sandra Chege took the Division Three Net category with 21 points.
The NCBA Golf Series has seen significant growth across four East African countries, according to NCBA Group Managing Director John Gachora. The series’ expansion reflects its ambition to support the development of golf across the region. Gachora praised the rising competitive standard and expanding footprint of the circuit, stating that this year has been phenomenal with some really good golf.
All division winners and runners-up secured their coveted slots to compete at the upcoming NCBA Golf Series Grand Finale. The tournament now shifts its focus to the Nandi Bears Golf Club on November 14 for the final qualifying round to lock in the remaining slots. The action will ultimately culminate at the prestigious Karen Country Club on November 28.
The Grand Finale will feature elite qualifiers from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania battling for the season’s ultimate honors. NCBA Group Managing Director John Gachora expressed his excitement, looking forward to bringing the qualifiers together at the Grand Finale. The tournament has grown significantly, and the organization is already looking ahead to 2027.
The Great Rift Valley leg of the NCBA Golf Series saw Andre Mounif emerge as the Guest Winner after carding 42 points off handicap 24. Other notable performances included Luther Kamau’s stellar gross score of 75 to secure top honors in the Division One Men’s category. The high-stakes regional tournament showcased strong competition across all divisions.
The NCBA Golf Series is set to expand further in 2027, with plans to make it bigger and better. The organization aims to support the development of golf across the region, reflecting its ambition to grow the game. The successful conclusion of the Naivasha leg has set the stage for the final qualifying round and the Grand Finale.
Key points
- Luther Kamau defended his title in the Division One Men’s category with a gross score of 75.
- The NCBA Golf Series has grown significantly across four East African countries.
- The Grand Finale will feature elite qualifiers from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, and Tanzania battling for the season’s ultimate honors.
