Magezi shines in Namulonge golf tournament

Construction engineer Christopher Magezi made history as the first golfer to win the Namulonge NCBA Mug of Mugs, securing the overall title for 2024.

Magezi clinched the accolade by amassing 285 net points in the Namulonge NCBA monthly Mug competition, competing in seven of nine events and winning two monthly titles.

“I performed consistently, with a best score of 66 and a final round of 70 net. I encourage more golfers to participate next year,” Magezi said.

Some of the winners of the NCBA Monthly Mug winners jubilating with their awards at Namulonge. PHOTO: Silvano Kibuuka

The organizers determined the overall winner by selecting the best four scores from nine outings.

For the women’s category, the December results crowned Entebbe golfer Ester Aganyira as the winner with 74 net points. “I had a baddie on hole 4 and a par on 9, which excited me. I’ll return next year,” Aganyira said.

NCBA Bank Managing Director Mark Muyobo pledged continued investment in Namulonge's golf infrastructure, citing the area's growth and the bank’s commitment to promoting golf in Uganda. “We’re expanding our support for junior golf programs and clubs across the region,” Muyobo confirmed.

Edgar Birungi (left) of NCBA Bank handing over goodies to the winner of the December monthly mug winner, Ester Aganyira. Photo: Silvano Kibuuka

Namulonge Club Chairman Brian Aldomoro highlighted the course's challenges as excellent preparation for competitive golf. Club Captain Timothy Collins Lwanga emphasized the club's dedication to grooming players for national and professional teams, noting successes like junior national team members Collins Matovu, Charles Jjunju, and Brian Mande, as well as professionals Marvin Kibirige and James Kato.

The 2025 NCBA monthly Mug is set to begin in January.

Winners of Namulonge Mug of Mugs

Overall Year Winners (Men)

1. Christopher Magezi 285 gross

2. Denis Katalihwa 286 

3. Allan Akira 290 

Group A Men:

1. Brian Ahimbisibwe 66 Net

2. Collins Balufa 73 c/b

3. Timothy Lwanga 73 c/b

Group B Men:

1. Alex Mango 66 c/b

2. Kenneth Beiza 66 c/b

3. Herbert Musinguzi 66 c/b

Group C:

1. Isaac Kyoyagala 73c/b

2. David Muhimbise 73

3.Henry Baguma 74

Women December Winners:

1. Ester Aganyira 74 Net

2. Ruth Akello 77 c/b

3. Faith Namara 77

Side Bets Winners: Gloria Mbaguta

Side Bet Winners:

Longest Drive:

Men – Timothy Lwanga

Women - Gloria Mbaguta

Nearest to the Pin:

Men – Collins Bulafu

Women – Rugh Akello

Senior Winners:

Arnold Katwesigye 64 Net