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Aahil Bagalana, 7, is a year two pupil at Harmony International School. He was exceptional off the driver, advance with the irons and the composure putter on the greens.
Seven-year-old Aahil Bagalana continues to build his mantle in youth golf structures.
During the recently concluded NCBA Junior Golf Series, Aahil, who hails from the renowned, multifaceted Bagalana sporting family, scored a total of 180 points in the 7-year age cluster.
The year two pupil at Harmony International School was exceptional off the driver, advanced with the irons, sand wedge and the composure putter on the greens.
This is largely attributed to the full support from the father, professional golfer Abbey Bagalana, constant training and the push by the school, Harmony International School.
Nehemiah Matsiko followed with 110 points as Isaiah Rene Ngobi and Dan Le Van Tilburg scored 50 and 15 points respectively.
Head teacher of Harmony International School, Hajat Leila Naluwooza, revels in the success of Aahil Bagalana, as they front holistic education-entailing academics and discipline.
“At Harmony International School, we view sports as a vital part of holistic education. Our goal is to nurture not only academic excellence but also discipline, resilience, and confidence through sport,” Naluwooza stated.
“The swift progress of young golfer Aahil Bagalana reflects what can happen when natural talent is supported by encouragement, structure, and consistent practice. We are proud of his dedication and growth at such a young age. At Harmony, we intentionally create opportunities for learners to explore and develop their abilities in different sports. When a student like Aahil excels, it inspires the entire school community and demonstrates the potential of young Ugandan athletes when they are supported early,” Naluwooza adds.
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In the 6 and under pool, Elijah Agaba scored 210 points as Collins Elijah Nuwagira played second fiddle with 140 points.
Ezra Kasirye Kabenge topped the rest in the 8-year group with 167.5 points, better than Timothy Tayebwa (162.5) and Humuza Buka (117).
For the Girls, Elizabeth Mwagale (200) came in first, followed by Karin Murangira (150) and Aziza Janda (60).
Varad Mahendra Godse scored 200 points to top the rest in the 9-year category as Aleksander Sequeira was second with 125 points.
Arianna Jenny Tumwesigye (210) and Siima Janda (80) were first and second, respectively, in the girls’ 9-10 age bracket.
Dante Kawalya won the 10-year group with 190 points, and Lucas Kimara succeeded in the 11-year pool with 170 points.
In the 12-year age group, Vivaan Menon (200) won, as Ethan Kavuma Kabenge (150) came second.
Hanna Matsiko (150) and Camilla Murungi (140) were the girls’ top performers in the 11 and 12 age group.
Owen Wafula (145) won the 13-14 years category ahead of Jordan Van Rooyen (124) and Sean Kusaasira Nsereko (111).
For the girls, Harsshitha Loganathan (180) was ahead of Maria Lourdes.
The 15-18 age group had national team golfer Peter Mayende (155) from Lugazi as champion ahead of Gavin Bwambale (131.5) and Derrick Musanaa (114.5).
The girls’ 15-18 age bracket had Rachael Natukunda from Fort Portal as the winner with 210, ahead of Esezar Kemigisa (135). Joanita Nanyombi (107) finished third, with Valerie Karemera (39) and Gianna Rutisya (12) finishing fourth and fifth, respectively.
The NCBA Junior Series is a domestic tour, part of the US Kids Golf Tournaments.