No fewer than 350 golfers are set to slug it out for honours in the IBB International Golf and Country Club Lady Captain’s Cup 2025, scheduled to hold from April 2 to April 6 in Abuja.
The Lady Captain’s Cup is a prestigious tournament that brings together high-net-worth individuals, business leaders, golf enthusiasts, and community supporters.
The participants are expected to come together for a week of friendly competition, networking and an extraordinary celebration of the achievements of the Ladies Golf Section under the leadership of the Lady Captain, Dame Julie Donli
Donli told newsmen that the event offers an unparalleled opportunity to celebrate golfers, corporate and individual sponsors of the Ladies Golf Section, and engage diverse audiences.
“It has been an incredible journey serving as the Lady Captain of the IBB International Golf and Country Club with our Theme for the Year “Ladies Supporting Ladies”
“I have enjoyed the honour of leading an exceptional group of women who are committed to the advancement of golf and the well-being of our community.
“l am filled with gratitude for the incredible journey we have shared. Over the past year, we have accomplished so much together.
“We have hosted remarkable tournaments, expanding our membership, giving back to the community, developing infrastructure, and strengthening the legacy of the ladies Golf Section,” she said.
The lady captain noted that under her leadership, activities at the club have been vibrant and impactful with key highlights.
“Some of our highlights include a significant increase in the weekly Thursday Kitty participation, growing from 28 to over 190 players.
“Hosting of major tournaments, including the 26th IBB Ladies Amateur Golf Open Championship and 25th lBB Ladies Close Championship.
“Expansion of the Junior Open Championship, leading to two young Nigerian golfers earning World Amateur Golf Rankings (WAGR).
“Completion of a four-unit toilet and storage facility at the Driving Range, enhancing club infrastructure.
“Sponsorship, mobilisation, strengthening financial sustainability as well as national and international engagements,” she said.
She expressed her heartfelt appreciation to the sponsors, partners, and everyone who worked tirelessly to make the remarkable successes recorded in the committee possible.
