Nedbank launches second Golf for Autism series

SPORTS REPORTER WINDHOEKThe 10-event 2021 Nedbank Golf for Autism series will kick off on 20 February at Omeya Golf Club – situated 30 km outside Windhoek. The year’s edition will come full circle with the final also slated to take place at Omeya on 21 November, after first teeing off at nine golf clubs across the country.The aim of the series is to raise awareness and funds for the Autism Association of Namibia (AAN).“As a bank with a long-standing association with the development of sport in our country, golf has special allure for the Nedbank brand in its entirety,” Martha Murorua, Nedbank Namibia’s managing director, said.She mentioned that their past association with junior golf development has produced champions like Stefanus Bonifatius and Likius Naande, adding that they “look forward to extending great golfing experiences to golf courses and clubs across our country”.As with last year, all golfers with an official handicap are allowed to participate in the series. The winner of each event will progress to the final, with the format being an individual stableford.At the final, the 10 winners will team up with an invited sponsoring team consisting of three players to compete for team prizes as well as attractive overall prizes, which are “unmatched on the local golf scene”, the bank said. The prizes will be announced at the opening event.Great impactAccording to Petra Dillmann, director of the AAN, the continuation of support for the project will have a great impact as it increases the chances of sustainability towards supporting autistic people, their parents, teachers and the community in learning about and retaining their awareness, understanding and knowledge about autism. “The AAN remains immensely grateful to the organisers, sponsors, players and supporters in helping with this important work,” she said.Organiser Dan Zwiebel expressed his excitement for the 2021 edition.“I’m extremely proud of our achievements in 2020 and I am excited to roll out an even better 2021 edition. A big thanks to all the sponsors for the valued support, ensuring that we can make a significant difference through the game of golf.”Competition schedule Omeya Golf Club on Saturday, 20 February; Mariental Golf Club on 6 March; Gobabis Golf Club on 27 March; Tsumeb Golf Club on 24 April; Oshakati Golf Club on 26 June; Okahandja Golf Club on 24 July; Walvis Bay Golf Club on 21 August; Rossmund Golf Course on 28 August; Henties Bay Golf and Lifestyle Estate on 4 September; Windhoek Golf and Country Club on 16 October, and the final at the Omeya on 20 November.Anyone interested in registering can email Zwiebel at dan@dzgolf.com.na.

Nedbank launches second Golf for Autism series

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