Four ladies from the Captain One Golf Society’s Kid’s Project excelled in the just ended Telecel 69th Asantehene Open held at the Royal Golf Club in Kumasi.
At the end of proceedings, three out of the four players earned a podium finish.
They are Ayisha Aminu, Jennifer Satura, Fadilatu Adam, and Zakia Hudu joined experienced golfers in the ladies and support categories of the championship and managed to get a podium finish.
In the ladies’ handicap finals, a winner of SWAG Awards’ discovery of the year, Ayisha Aminu finished second with a net score of 159 to receive a trophy, refrigerator and a package from Guiness Ghana Limited.
She was second to Eunice Serwaa Mpeniasah, who ended the 18-hole course with a net score of 154, while Vivian Dick finished third with a net score of 159.
In the ladies’ support group, Zakia Hudu and Fadilatu Adam finished second and third with 38 and 32 points respectively. They were awarded with a trophy and a package from title sponsors, Telecel.
Meanwhile, Jennifer Satura finished seventh with 22 points.
Speaking to the media, Head Girl for Captain One Golf Society’s Kids Project, Ayisha Aminu, said finishing on the podium was a tremendous honour for the team saying, “We knew the competition would be tough, but everyone remained focused, trusted the process and believed in our ability from the opening round to the final putt.”
She expressed gratitude to the sponsors and Captain One Golf Society.
Y.B Okyere, the Head Coach for the team, also added that, “We’re delighted with the performance of the team throughout the 69th Telecel Asantehene Open Golf Championship. The players executed our game plan with discipline, remained composed under pressure and displayed the consistency needed to compete at the highest level.
“This success reflects the hard work, commitment and sacrifices made over the past months. Winning such a prestigious tournament is a proud moment for us, and I commend every player for rising to the occasion.”
Mr Pius Ayeh Appiah, President and Founder of the Captain One Golf Society” noted that, “This victory at the 69th Telecel Asantehene Open Golf Championship is a proud moment not only for the team but also for everyone who believes in the development of golf in Ghana. I congratulate the players for their outstanding performance, unwavering determination and exemplary sportsmanship. They have demonstrated what can be achieved through discipline, hard work and the right guidance.
“At Captain One Golf Society, our commitment goes beyond celebrating victories. Through the Captain One Kids Project, we are investing in the next generation of golfers by identifying, mentoring and providing opportunities for young talents to develop their potential. The success we are celebrating today is proof that when young people are given the right support, they can excel on the biggest stages.”
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