The I&M Bank Serena 63 Series winds up its 2026 season on Saturday, November 14, at Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa, Kigo.

The event will bring the season’s golfing activities to a close, with attention also turning to the golfers who have led the main competition throughout the year.

By press time, former champion Dave Plenderleith was topping the season standings with 38.2 points, collected from his best six rounds out of the 17 played.

Henry Kibuuka is second with 37.5 points, while Maxie Muwinge and Elijah Luutu are tied in third place with 35.7 points. Rino Kitimbo completes the top five with 35.0 points.

A golfer watches the flight of his ball after teeing off in the second quarterly tournament of the I&M Bank Serena 63 Golf Series

The main competition has seen golfers accumulate points across the regular season, with their best six scores counting towards the overall standings.

Saturday’s event provides an opportunity to recognise the leading performers as the series celebrates another year of golf.

Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa Golf Director Theo Van Rooyen said the series had enjoyed good support throughout the season with many golfers taking part in several rounds. A total of 141 golfers registered for this year’s series.

Lake Victoria Serena Golf Director- Theo Van Rooyen, briefs the press

“We have been pleased with the response from golfers this year. Many have embraced the series and made time to play several rounds throughout the season. It is always good to see golfers coming back, enjoying the course and being part of the I&M Bank Serena 63 community. We look forward to welcoming them for the final tournament this Saturday,” Van Rooyen said.

Besides the awards for the main competition, Saturday’s programme will include a subsidiary tournament, which has already attracted more than 130 golfers in the draw.

Plenty of prizes are up for grabs in both the main event and the subsidiary competition.

I&M Bank Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications Annette Nakiyaga said the series has provided a platform for golfers to compete, meet and enjoy the game throughout the year.

Annette Nakiyaga head marketing and corporate communication I and M Bank Uganda

“We set out to create a series that golfers would look forward to being part of, and it is encouraging to see how it has grown. We are thankful to our partners for sharing this vision and helping us deliver the events throughout the year. We hope the golfers have enjoyed every tournament as much as we have enjoyed bringing them together. We look forward to a memorable season finale,” Nakiyaga said.

Golfers pose for a photo moment before teeing off in the previous quarterly tournament of the I&M Bank Serena Golf Series

Away from the course, the 19th hole experience will take on a Shades of Blue theme, with guests encouraged to dress in blue for the evening.

Comedian Salvador, known for keeping guests entertained with his humour and lively interaction, will host the evening.

Local sensation King Saha will headline the night’s entertainment as he performs some of his popular hits.

Known for his soulful music and energetic performances, Saha will bring the celebrations to life as golfers and guests unwind after a day on the course.

The I&M Bank Serena 63 Series is supported by Kenya Airways, MTN MoMo and NBS Sport.

David Isabirye is a senior staff writer for Kawowo Sports where he covers most of the major events.

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