Captain’s Putter golf event aims to propel the sport

What the report says

The Observer reports that the inaugural Serena Captain’s Putter Golf Tournament drew more than 100 golfers to Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa in Kigo, Uganda, on September 27, surpassing expectations for the new event. The competition took place on the resort’s Lake Victoria shoreline and brought together players for both sport and networking.

According to the report, the tournament was organised and sponsored by dfcu bank, with Jimmy Mugerwa, board chairman of dfcu Limited and captain of Serena Golf Club, championing the initiative. The event was presented as more than a one-day competition: it was designed to support the growth of junior and professional golf in Uganda and to connect golfers, businesspeople and community members.

The article says the tournament also sparked a club-wide equipment drive. Proceeds were used to provide golf clubs, shoes and accessories to caddies, with the aim of widening access to the sport. The report adds that the effort fits into a broader push to develop Uganda’s golfing pipeline and strengthen the game’s presence in the country’s sporting and business life.

The Observer also points to the progress of Ugandan golfer Ronald Rugumayo as an example of the talent emerging from the local game. It says initiatives like Captain’s Putter could help nurture future players by improving access to equipment and opportunities.