Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Guardian Nigeria
Published on 2024-03-14 03:50:14
The Acropolis Golf Club in Ihiala, Anambra State is set to host its maiden tournament on April 5, with some of the country’s top professional golfers signed up to participate. The club, located at The Acropolis Resort, has already generated a lot of interest within the golfing community due to its impressive design and expertly crafted golf course.
Acting Manager of The Acropolis Resort, Obioma Ogakwu, expressed her excitement about the overwhelming response the club has received from golfers. She mentioned that even the Professional Golfers Association of Nigeria (PGA of Nigeria) has shown interest in the club, leading to some of the country’s best-ranked players deciding to take part in the launch event.
Among the star-studded lineup for the tournament are number one professional golfer Francis Epe, former number one Sunday Olapade, recent Libreville Open winner Gift Willy, 2023 Goldfield Championship victor Oche Odoh, and the highly respected professional golf administrator Femi Olagbenro. Ogakwu highlighted the careful selection of players for the inaugural event, emphasizing that their presence will enhance the overall objectives of The Acropolis Resort.
Professional consultant on the project, Mike Ubi, assured that the course is fully prepared for the April launch date. He praised the course’s welcoming environment and the meticulous implementation of features such as the barriers, tee boxes, and grasses. Ubi predicted that the Acropolis Golf Course would quickly become a favorite among players due to its unique design and top-notch facilities.
With the participation of some of the best golfers in the country, The Acropolis Golf Club aims to not only provide a platform for top-level competition but also to nurture future talent. Ogakwu expressed her hopes that the club would groom and develop upcoming players, eventually producing some of the best golfers in Nigeria.
The buzz surrounding the upcoming tournament has set the stage for an exciting event that promises to showcase the talents of the country’s elite golfers. As the golfing community eagerly anticipates the launch of The Acropolis Golf Club, all eyes will be on the star-studded lineup of players who are set to compete on the meticulously crafted course.
In conclusion, the creation of The Acropolis Golf Club and the upcoming tournament mark a significant milestone for the golfing scene in Anambra State. With a world-class course and the participation of top professional golfers, the club is poised to make a lasting impact on the sport in Nigeria. Fans and players alike are eagerly looking forward to the start of a new era for golf in Ihiala.
