Golf: Captain One Golf Society Girls Shine at Telecel 69th Asantehene Open
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Four young female golfers from the Captain One Golf Society's Kids Project performed well at the Telecel 69th Asantehene Open in Kumasi.
- Ayisha Aminu secured second place in the ladies' handicap finals, while Zakia Hudu and Fadilatu Adam also finished second and third in the ladies' support group.
- The President and Founder of Captain One Golf Society highlighted the importance of the Kids Project in developing young talent in Ghana.
Four young female golfers from the Captain One Golf Societyโs Kids Project achieved significant success at the Telecel 69th Asantehene Open, held at the Royal Golf Club in Kumasi. Ayisha Aminu, Jennifer Satura, Fadilatu Adam, and Zakia Hudu competed against experienced golfers and secured podium finishes in their respective categories.
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.
In the ladies' handicap finals, Ayisha Aminu finished second, earning a net score of 159. She received a trophy, a refrigerator, and a package from Guinness Ghana Limited. The winner was Eunice Serwaa Mpeniasah with a net score of 154, and Vivian Dick placed third with 159.
Zakia Hudu and Fadilatu Adam also excelled in the ladies' support group, securing second and third place with 38 and 32 points, respectively. They were awarded trophies and packages from the title sponsors, Telecel. Jennifer Satura finished seventh with 22 points.
Weโre 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.
Ayisha Aminu, Head Girl for the Kids Project, expressed that finishing on the podium was a great honor, attributing their success to focus and belief in their abilities. Y.B Okyere, the Head Coach, praised the team's discipline and execution of their game plan, highlighting the hard work and commitment behind their performance.
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.
Mr. Pius Ayeh Appiah, President and Founder of the Captain One Golf Society, celebrated the victory as a proud moment for golf development in Ghana. He emphasized the society's commitment to nurturing the next generation of golfers through the Kids Project, stating that the success demonstrates the potential of young talents when provided with the right support and 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.
Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.