The Lira Golf Course is hosting a two days golf tournament dubbed as Lira Ladies Golf Open 3rd Edition, attracting golfers from all over the region and national pro players.
The tournament, organized by the ladies’ section of the golf club, under the Uganda Ladies Golf Union.
Jennifer Opio, Lady Captain at Lira Golf Course expressed her heartfelt appreciation to the management team, sponsors, and individuals who contributed to the tournament’s success. She highlighted the numerous benefits of golf, including physical exercise, mental relaxation, and valuable business networking opportunities.
She also addressed a common misconception, stating that golf is often perceived as a sport exclusively for the elderly and affluent, when in fact, it offers a welcoming environment where people of all ages and backgrounds can connect and network. “Golf is a game that brings people together, regardless of age or socio-economic status,” she emphasized, “and we are always eager to engage with the younger generation.”
Opio encouraged the youth to take up golf as they are the future and called on investors to support the development of the golf course, including the construction of a hotels and sponsorship.
Lango Parliamentary Group Chairperson also Kole District Woman MP, Judith Alyek says she has been a member of the Golf club for now 5 years noting is one of the most exercising games for those who can barely run or have enough energy.
According to Judith Alyek, each player is required to play 18 holes equating to walking 7 to 10 kilometers, making it an excellent exercise for overall health and wellbeing.
Grace Obua, former Lady Captain at Lira Golf Club, has been golfing since 1990. She launched the Lira Ladies Golf Open in 2022 and now encourages youth to join, as they are the future of golf.
Golf was once unpopular in Lango, but its popularity is growing, and Obua wants young people to be part of its success.
The North Kyoga Police Regional Traffic officer, Mathias Okwir who is also a golfer calls upon public to start supporting sports including golf as it has always been misinterpreted to be fore rich personalities.
He noted through golf, one is able to nextwork and shard business ideas thanking the Miss Tourism Northern Uganda Queens for being part of the Tournament.
The tournament has brought together golfers from different clubs, including the Uganda Golf Club and the Entebbe Golf Club, and has strengthened partnerships between the Lira Golf Club and different organizations.
The two days tournament running from 12th to 13th July is entitled to promoting golf, tourism, and economic development in the region.
After the Lira Ladies Golf Open 3rd edition, the Lira Golfers have plans to host Lira Golf Open involving many professional players in October.
The tournament was tee off by Miss Tourism Northern Uganda Queens who also planted trees as part of their objectives in conserving and advocating for environment conversion.
ENDS.
