Katogo Golf Series returns with the ‘Tee For Me’ format at Entebbe Club

The much sought-after I&M Bank Katogo Golf Series returns at Entebbe Club on Saturday with over 200 golfers at the par-71 course.

The second round of the series will see the competition adopting yet another fun, but challenging play format- the ‘Tee for Me’ format.

The Tee for Me format will see players pair up, with each of the golfers teeing off at each hole, the pair will then switch balls for their second shot and play that ball until they hole out.

The better net score of the pair on each hole is the score that will count as the team score. However, each team must choose six holes where each player plays their own ball from the tee shot to when the ball is holed out.

The team score will be determined by the net score, with each pair designating six holes for individual play which must be declared to their marker At these holes the worse net score will count as the team score.

It promises to be a day filled with competition, camaraderie, and sportsmanship at East Africa’s oldest golf facility.
This event holds special significance for the title sponsors- I&M Bank, as it coincides with their golden jubilee celebrations held on Friday at the Kampala Serena Hotel.

Annette Nakiyaga, the Head of Marketing and Corporate Communications at I&M Bank, expressed her anticipation for this edition and highlighted its significance towards making the game of golf more enjoyable, and as a uniting factor.

"The I&M Bank Katogo series highlights our dedication towards nurturing a dynamic golfing culture in the country. This edition marks yet another exciting chapter in our journey, where golfers and guests alike will come together for a day of thrilling competition on the greens, but one that shall be played with a spirit of togetherness. This edition is also a special one, as it coincides with our golden jubilee celebrations, so expect a grand celebration at the 19th hole," Nakiyaga said.

Katogo Captain Elly  Mukasa is also enthusiastic and eager about the second round of the series.

"The second round of the I&M Bank Katogo series is here, and it’s going to be a splendid day both on the greens and at the 19th hole,” Mukasa said.

“We have already registered an overwhelming participation, we had to close the registration link, because the numbers were overwhelming. Building upon the success of our first event of 2024, we're looking forward to another exciting day filled with friendly competition, teamwork, and good sportsmanship,” Mukasa stated.

“This edition is a special tribute to our lead sponsor- I&M Bank, who are celebrating 50 years of offering unmatched financial services to East Africa as a region. Therefore, I would like to caution all golfers and guests, to come ready for a 19th hole like never before. Happy 50th anniversary I&M Bank,’’ Mukasa said.

The 19th hole experience will be hosted by comedian Salvado and will feature performances from Kenneth Mugabi, Myko Ouma, and Janzi Band. 

The first outing of the series that adopted the ‘In Regulation’ format, saw Peace Kabasweka and Perez Muhwezi emerge overall winners in the ladies' and men’s categories respectively.

The series' penultimate round will be played under the ‘Russian Chicago Stableford’ pairs format and is slated for Saturday, September 28. The series’ grand finale will be played under the ‘Double Bogey Danger’ format and is slated for December 7.