Times Of Swaziland: OVER 80 GOLFERS FOR SBS CLUB CHAMPS

OVER 80 GOLFERS FOR SBS CLUB CHAMPS
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Sports Reporter on 20/02/2025 09:23:00


MBABANE - The 10th edition of the Swaziland Building Society (SBS) Mbabane Golf
Club Championship, scheduled for March 1-2, promises to be bigger and better
than ever.
Over 80 golfers are expected to register, surpassing last year’s turnout of
78. The registration fee was set at E330 per golfer. Mbabane Golf Club Captain
Gideon Mhlongo acknowledged that the SBS has been a loyal sponsor of the
tournament throughout its entire 10-year history. Mhlongo expressed gratitude
for SBS’s unwavering support and emphasised the importance of celebrating this
decade-long partnership.
“We are grateful to SBS for their consistent support over the past 10 years.
This partnership is invaluable, and we hope it lasts for many more years to
come,” he said. He assured that preparations are progressing well, with final
details to be announced soon. Mhlongo also encouraged early registration,
emphasising that participation is limited to members of the Mbabane Golf Club.
The defending champion, 16-year-old Mongiwethu Masuku, is expected to face tough
competition from seasoned golfers such as Thabiso Gama, Rasheed Mohammed,
Siboniso Simelane, Tebogo Mohapeloe, Mongi ‘Tsatsa’ Dlamini, Sandile Chonco,
Valentine Maziya, Cosmo ‘Wall of Death’ Mthethwa and Vusi H. Dlamini, among
others.
Surprising
Interestingly, Masuku has claimed the coveted trophy for the past two years,
surprising the Mbabane Golf Club community. Last year, SBS Managing Director
Mbali Sibanyoni highlighted the tournament’s role in promoting golf locally.
Over the years, she has consistently advocated for increased inclusion of female
and junior golfers. She also encouraged the club to support SBS in return by
utilising its financial services and newly-launched digital platforms. The stage
is set for an exciting championship, with golfers and sponsors alike
anticipating a memorable event.