The fairways of Ruiru Sports Club will be awash with Arsenal colours this week as supporters of the English Premier League champions gather for two golf tournaments celebrating the club’s long-awaited league title.
Organised by Arsenal supporters, the events are expected to attract more than 450 golfers over two days, underlining the growing popularity of golf and the strength of Arsenal’s fan base in Kenya.
The celebrations begin on Thursday, 4 June, with a unique match-play competition featuring Arsenal diehards against other golfers. More than 200 amateur golfers from Nairobi and its environs are expected to participate in what promises to be a lively contest for bragging rights.
The festivities will peak on Saturday, 6 June, during the Gunners Golf Day, where 250 golfers will battle for top honours while celebrating Arsenal’s Premier League title after a 22-year wait.
Players have been encouraged to embrace the occasion by wearing red and white attire on the course, while Arsenal jerseys will dominate the clubhouse and entertainment areas after play.
“This is a celebration of a dream that Arsenal fans have waited 22 years to see fulfilled. We want to create an event that brings supporters together, allows golfers to enjoy healthy competition, and allows us to celebrate this historic achievement in style,” said Justus Mathenge, the Golf Captain.
The Thursday match-play contest will add extra excitement as Arsenal supporters seek to prove their superiority against rival fans both on the football pitch and on the golf course.
The tournament also shines a spotlight on Ruiru Sports Club, which continues to grow in stature as one of the country’s leading golfing destinations. In recent years, the club has increasingly attracted major corporate events, high-profile golf competitions, and social tournaments, cementing its position as a preferred venue for both competitive and recreational golf.
About Ruiru Sports Club
Ruiru Sports Club (RSC) is a private member-owned corporate and family-oriented club with an elite and culturally diverse membership.
It was founded with the main goal of helping all golf players, both professional and amateur, to improve their skills.
RSC is among the most promising clubs within the area. With a huge acreage of land, it has potential for growth. The club is also strategically located on Thika Superhighway.
