Overview:
The NCBA Monthly Mug provides an avenue for club members to engage in friendly competition, refine their skills, and foster camaraderie within the club.
It was the NCBA Monthly Mug challenge (for March 2024) at the nine-hole MaryLouise Simkins Memorial Golf Club in Namulonge, Wakiso district.
Allan Akira, Charity Atuhaire and Joram Tumwine shone brightest among the men, female and seniors respective clusters.
Playing off handicap index 9, Akira scored 71 net to win on count-back over Mark Rubatsimbira.
Paul Kalemba (handicap 3) was second runners up with 72 net (countback).
Atuhaire, a handicap female golfer on 15 scored 74 net, winning the ladies category over Faith Namara (78) and Patricia Nakasai (80).
Namara is handicap 9 whilst Nakasi is currently handicap 19.
Handicap 18 senior golfer Tumwine scored 69 to topple the rest in the 55 years plus cluster.
Thomas Niwamara, handicap 17 won group B men with 64 net as Emmanuel Yeka (handicap 21) amassed 65 net to topple the rest in group C.
This recurring event showcases individual stroke play, where golfers compete against each other to achieve the lowest score over 18 holes.
The NCBA Monthly Mug provides an avenue for club members to engage in friendly competition, refine their skills, and foster camaraderie within the club.
Winners of the Monthly Mug tournaments receive prizes and recognition within the club, further enhancing the sense of community and achievement among participants.
Additionally, these events contribute to players’ handicaps, leveling the playing field in future competitions.
NCBA Bank takes immense pride in being one of the foremost supporters of golf in the country.
Golf holds significant importance to NCBA Bank as it aligns with the bank’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework, emphasizing inclusivity and community development.
Much like the precision and strategy required in golf, NCBA believes in the pursuit of excellence in all its endeavors.
“Our purpose at NCBA is to inspire greatness, and our support for golf reflects this commitment. We are dedicated to empowering our customers to achieve their financial goals by providing exceptional financial services that enable them to save, invest, and grow their wealth,” said Mark Muyobo, NCBA Chief Executive Officer.
The next NCBA Monthly Mug tournament is scheduled to take place on April 27th, 2024, promising another exciting day of golfing excellence and camaraderie.
