The Nigeria-UK Golfing Association (NUGA) hosted its much-anticipated Captain’s Day 2025 at the prestigious Mannings Heath Golf Course in Sussex, drawing a vibrant crowd of golf enthusiasts, guests, and members for a memorable 27-hole competition under sunny skies.
A total of 59 out of 60 registered players teed off, making the first NUGA major of the year a resounding success. The annual event, seen as a celebration of camaraderie and friendship within the association, was hosted by Captain Fred Adegeye, who, along with his family, was praised for organizing an unforgettable tournament.
The event was split between two courses: a 9-hole “4 Club” competition on the Kingfisher Course and an 18-hole competition on the Waterfall Course.
It featured intense contests, spirited sportsmanship, and post-match entertainment that included lively music by DJ Abioye and event anchoring by Femi Adesanya.
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Kingfisher Course (4 Club, 9-Hole Competition) Winners:
- Hole 8 (Longest Drive using Captain’s Classic 3-wood): Chris Dokosi
- Hole 3 (Nearest to Pin): Femi Adesanya
- Hole 7 (Nearest to Pin): Trevor Dean
- 1st Place: Olumuyiwa Alabi (3/4 handicap of 2)
- 2nd Place: Dejo Olayinka (3/4 handicap of 5)
- Best Team (Special Ball): Group 14
Waterfall Course (18-Hole Competition) Winners:
- Hole 5 (Nearest to Pin): Noel A.
- Hole 10 (Nearest to Pin): Tony Sokan
- Hole 14 (Nearest to Pin): Akeem Balogun
- Hole 7 (Nearest to Pin in 2): Olayemi Balogun
- Hole 13 (Longest Drive): Femi Adesanya
- Hole 17 (Longest Drive): Finella Una
Division Winners:
- Division 3 Winner: Margaret Oboh (31 pts, countback)
- Division 3 Runner-up: Ekemini Umoh (31 pts)
- Division 2 Winner: Femi Ogunyemi (32 pts)
- Division 2 Runner-up: Sola Noah (30 pts)
- Division 1 Winner: Olumuyiwa Alabi (37 pts, countback)
- Division 1 Runner-up: Dejo Odeyinka (37 pts)
Other Awards:
- Best Guest: Jude Ororho
- Best Veteran (Over 70s): Dan Selo Ojeme
- Best Ladies Player: Finella Una
- Lowest Gross (74): Olumuyiwa Alabi
- 2nd Lowest Gross (78): Finella Una
- Overall Captain’s Day Winner (27 holes): Olumuyiwa Alabi
- 2nd Place: Dejo Odeyinka
- 3rd Place: Ayo Oshowo
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The well-attended reception at the 19th hole brought the day to a celebratory close, as members toasted to good golf, shared stories, and acknowledged outstanding performances.
Captain’s Day 2025 reaffirmed NUGA’s commitment to fostering unity through sport and left attendees eagerly anticipating the association’s next major event.
