Maina shines at caddies tournament in Nakuru
Golf
By
Mose Sammy
| Jul 16, 2025
KCB Tour caddies tournament held at the Nakuru Golf Club on Monday showcased thrilling performances across various categories, highlighting both the competitive spirit and camaraderie among the 109 participants from 13 golf clubs.
The tournament was a resounding success, celebrating the participants’ hard work and dedication to the game, preceded by a junior golf clinic conducted by the resident professional, Simon Njogu, graced by 89 juniors.
Willy Maina banked on his all-around experience, firing 76 gross points to bag the gross prize.
Following closely were John Michael, who finished with 78, and George Gikonyo with 79 gross points.
In the nett men’s category, Francis Njoroge clinched first place with a score of 73 nett.
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Edwin Kiptoo and John Omondi followed with scores of 74 and 77, highlighting the tight competition in the division. The ladies also delivered stellar performances, with Juliah Yegon taking the top prize in the gross category with a score of 84. Judy Chelangat and Ruth Kariuki followed with scores of 86 and 89.
In the nett ladies division, Winnie Kanyo earned first place with a remarkable score of 73, with Josephine Katuku and Fatuma Njeri settling for second and third places with 74 and 76.
Robert Kariuki won in the senior category with a score of 89 ahead of Joseph Mberere, who scored 75, and Charles Muruuthi with a score of 76.
Other outstanding performances were the best first nine winners, Zacharia W with a score of 35 and Evans Njuguna with a score of 38.
On the second nine, Sarah Bisera took the lead with a strong score of 36, followed by Pauline Losike at 40.