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The pupils of Green Circle primary school golf club are already learning the fundamentals and etiquette of the drive, chip (approach) and putting game.
Damian Safari, a 29-year-old primary school teacher with five years of experience at Green Circle primary school, has been appointed as the patron of the school’s golf club.
Safari, who currently teaches the English language to primary four pupils, was entrusted with this new role during a school meeting held over the weekend.
This appointment follows a recent partnership between the Afriyea Golf Academy and Green Circle School.
The academy’s mission is to collaborate with the school to teach children golf, life skills, and environmental sustainability.
Safari highlighted the significant impact of sports on children’s physical health, noting that participation in sports enhances overall fitness, coordination, and motor skills, while reducing the risk of obesity and related health issues.
He also emphasized the role of sports in fostering teamwork, confidence, and self-esteem, stating, “Scoring goals, winning games, and achieving personal bests can boost self-confidence and self-esteem, translating to other areas of life.”
Moreover, Safari pointed out that sports help children develop emotional intelligence by learning to manage wins, losses, and setbacks, which builds resilience and character. He specifically mentioned golf as a sport that teaches organization and can enhance academic performance.
Isaiah Mwesige, CEO of Afriyea Golf Academy, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration with Green Circle School.
“With just one week of partnership, we have already registered 15 children in the school golf club. This is a clear indicator of the future where we want all the children in the school to embrace golf. There is no place that can lead to inclusion and diversity like schools.”
Mwesige emphasized the importance of introducing golf to young minds, noting that a child’s brain develops significantly from birth until the age of 25 and this is a good time for children to embrace new skills.
 “We believe that we are on the right trajectory of golf development in Uganda, especially with the school golf program,” Mwesige added.
The children in the school golf club are already learning the fundamentals and etiquette of the drive, chip (approach) and putting game.
Jeremiah Murungi, a primary six pupil at Green Circle, shared his excitement, stating; “Golf has been a sport close to my heart, and I am now happy that I will have the chance to learn and play golf at school.”
