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While the tournament is gaining recognition due to its affiliation with U.S. Kids Golf, it also has the potential to inspire the next generation of African golfers and raise the profile of the sport in the region.
The NCBA Uganda Junior Golf Open is set to attract over 70 players from 10 will countries, including the USA, Kenya, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Austria, and Nigeria.
While the tournament is gaining recognition due to its affiliation with U.S. Kids Golf, it also has the potential to inspire the next generation of African golfers and raise the sport's profile in the region.
Serena Kigo golf director Theodore van Rooyen is excited about the expected increase in the potential impact of the tournament on junior golf in Uganda and the region.
For young golfers like 15-year-old Tendo Namata, who will compete in the tournament, the event is an opportunity to showcase their skills and learn from other players worldwide.
Namata, who started playing golf at the age of nine, says he hopes to one day represent Uganda in international competitions.
"I love golf because it challenges me mentally and physically," says Namata.
"I also love that it's a sport where you compete against yourself as much as you compete against others. It's all about improving your own game and striving for excellence."
Namata is just one of many young golfers in Uganda who are passionate about the sport and eager to take their skills to the next level.
And with the support of sponsors like NCBA Bank Uganda Limited and organizations like U.S. Kids Golf and the Uganda Golf Union, these young players are getting the training and resources they need to succeed.
The tournament has also received a significant financial boost from sponsors NCBA Bank Uganda Limited, who have pledged Shs27m for the stroke-play championship.
But the impact of junior golf tournaments like the NCBA Uganda Junior Golf Open goes beyond just individual players.
By raising the sport's profile in the region, these tournaments can inspire more young people to take up golf and create a new generation of African golfers who can compete on the global stage.
"As a sport, golf has so much to offer young people," says Moses Matsiko, the president of the Uganda Golf Union.
"It's not just about competition, but also about discipline, focus, and respect for the game and other players."
“We believe that by supporting young golfers and hosting events like the NCBA Uganda Junior Golf Open, we can help build a better future for the sport in Uganda and Africa as a whole."
It will be played over two rounds on April 9-10 at the Lake Victoria Serena Resort and Spa in Kigo, Uganda.
The tournament is open to boys and girls aged 5-18 and is divided into different age categories.
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