Mwangi crowned champion at national caddy's tournament

Nakuru Golf Club Chairman Titus Lusaka (left) presents National Caddy's Tournament 2025 Champion, Alex Mwangi (right) with his token at the award ceremony, March 17, 2025. [Mose Sammy, Standard]

Alex Mwangi of the Windsor Golf and Country Club is the National Caddy's Golf Tournament 2025 Champion.

Playing off handicap 4, Mwangi maintained excellent form on the par-73 layout at Nakuru Golf Club to claim the championship title.

The tournament saw caddies drawn from 22 golf clubs across the country battle it out in various categories.

Fresh from participating in the Muthaiga Open last weekend, Mwangi recorded 77 gross points, leading the Gross category beating second-placed, Godfrey Waweru, who played off a handicap 3 and scored 79 Gross points. John Kariuki finished third, also with 79 Gross points.

At the award ceremony, Mwangi expressed his surprise at winning, stating, "This was more of a surprise. Even though I was in contention, I faced very competent opponents, but I still made it to the podium. We are grateful to our sponsor, NCBA, this year and invite other institutions to support us through sponsorships as we pursue our dreams of being better golfers and joining the elite and professional ranks in future."

In the Nett category, Joseph Mwangi starred with a fine score of 59 Nett, while John Omondi secured second place also with 59 Nett as well. Home player Stephen Njuguna was third with 79 Nett.

Lydia Wanjiru, playing off handicap 8, won the Ladies Gross prize with a score of 89 Gross. Mary Gathoni and Winnie Kanyo followed in third and fourth places with scores of 91 and 94 gross points, respectively.

In the Ladies Nett category, Lucy Muthoni, stood out with a score of 65 Nett, while Naomi Wairera took second place with 67 Nett, edging out Caroline Wambui on countback.

Patrick Muthee, playing off handicap 9, was declared the Staff winner, while Joseph Macharia claimed the Senior prize with 96 Gross points.

Mr. Titus Lusaka, Chairman of Nakuru Golf Club, who presided over the award ceremony, called upon all caddies to observe personal discipline and respect for everyone.