Greg Snow in action at the Theo Manyama Qualifying School – Final Stage in South Africa.

By DANIELLA APIYO AND AMANDA DAMARIS 

Kenyan professional golfer Greg Snow has earned a coveted Sunshine Tour card for the 2026/27 season following an impressive performance at the Theo Manyama Qualifying School – Final Stage held from 25th to 29th March 2026 at Parys Golf & Country Estate and Vaal de Grace Golf Estate in South Africa. Click this link https://a.meridianbet.ke/c/C7pYjz to start gaming and stand a chance of winning big with Meridianbet.

Competing against a strong field of 178 players from across Africa and beyond, Snow delivered a composed and consistent display over the grueling 90-hole tournament that featured a cut after 72 holes for the top 65 players and ties to finish tied 21st at 15-under par 345.

He carded rounds of 68, 68, 67, 72 and 70 to secure a place among the top 25 players and ties, earning Sunshine Tour membership in Category 9. This category provides players with higher chances of entry into events, particularly when fields are oversubscribed.

On the final day, Snow opened with a 34 on the front nine, including birdies at the par-4 sixth and par-5 ninth. Despite back-to-back bogeys at holes 12 and 13, the experienced golfer recovered strongly with birdies at the par-4 17th and par-5 18th to record a strong finish.

Reflecting on the achievement, Snow said: “Securing my Sunshine Tour card for the 2026/2027 season is an incredible feeling. It’s something I’ve worked towards for a long time, so there’s a real sense of pride and relief knowing that the hard work has paid off. At the same time, it’s only the beginning. I see it as an opportunity to compete consistently at a high level, keep improving, and really test myself against some of the best players out there. I’m excited for what’s ahead, grateful for the support around me, and motivated to make the most of this next chapter.”

Snow earned the right to play in the final stage of Q School by finishing 5th in the Sunshine Development Tour Order of Merit, which qualified him among the top 30 players for the 90-hole final qualifying event in South Africa.

On his decision to take part in Q School, Snow added: “Taking the leap to come to South Africa for Q School was driven by a belief in my game and a desire to compete at a higher level. I knew that if I wanted to grow and give myself the best opportunities, I had to step out of my comfort zone and test myself in a stronger, more competitive environment.”

The Muthaiga Golf Club player becomes the fourth player from the Sunshine Development Tour – East Africa Swing to secure a Sunshine Tour card for the 2026/27 season. He joins Njoroge Kibugu, Celestin Nsanzuwera and Dismas Indiza, who finished first, second and third respectively on the Order of Merit during the Tour’s inaugural season.

Speaking on Snow’s achievement, Sunshine Development Tour East Africa Swing Promoter Charles Gacheru praised the golfer’s consistency and highlighted the pathway the tour continues to create for regional talent.

“Greg’s achievement is a perfect example of what the Sunshine Development Tour East Africa Swing was designed to do. It provides our players with a clear and competitive pathway to the Sunshine Tour and beyond. Finishing fifth on the Order of Merit and then going on to secure a tour card at the final stage of Q School shows the level of talent we have in this region,” Gacheru said. “For Greg, this is a well-deserved milestone. He has been one of the most consistent professionals in the region, and earning his Sunshine Tour card is both a reward for his persistence and a great moment for Kenyan golf. It also sends a strong message to upcoming players that if you perform well on the Development Tour, the opportunities to progress to the next level are very real,” he added.

He was one of three Sunshine Development Tour players in the field, having earned his place through the Tour. Rizwan Charania finished tied 114th after posting a total of 293 (+5), missing the cut to the final round, while Uganda’s Ronald Rugumayo impressed with an 8-under par 352 to finish tied 56th. Although Rugumayo narrowly missed out on a Sunshine Tour card, his performance secured him Big Easy Tour membership, making him eligible to compete on both the Big Easy Tour and Sunshine Development Tour this season.

The tournament was won by Chile’s Agustín Errazuriz, who produced a dominant performance to finish at an outstanding 26-under par.

Looking ahead to the Sunshine Tour, Snow said: “I know it’s still early, but I’m really looking forward to competing week in and week out against such a strong field. The Sunshine Tour gives you the chance to test every part of your game, and that’s something I’m excited to embrace. I’m also looking forward to traveling, experiencing different courses, and learning how to adapt to different conditions. That’s where you really grow as a player. Most importantly, I’m excited to keep improving, put myself in contention, and hopefully give myself chances to win. It’s a big step up, but it’s exactly the kind of challenge I’ve been working towards.”

Reflecting on the impact of the Sunshine Development Tour, Snow noted: “I’d tell everyone back home that the Sunshine Development Tour East Africa Swing is a genuine game changer for golfers in our region. It’s no longer just about dreaming of competing internationally; it’s about having a clear, structured pathway to get there. The Tour gives players consistent, high-level competition right on our doorstep, which is something we’ve always needed. You’re playing in professionally run events, under pressure, with ranking points and real consequences that’s exactly what prepares you for bigger stages. Further, it creates a direct link to the Sunshine Tour and beyond. If you perform well, you’re not just gaining confidence you’re earning status, opportunities, and exposure that can take you onto global tours like the DP World Tour.

Sunshine Development Tour Tournament Director David Kihara hailed Snow’s achievement as a strong endorsement of the Tour’s impact in developing competitive talent within the region.

“We’re really proud of what Greg has achieved this week. He handled the pressure impressively and showed real maturity in his game. You could see his confidence grow throughout the tournament, and it’s clear the work he’s been putting in is now paying off. This is a big step for him, and a strong signal of the progress we’re seeing in the game across the region,” said Kihara.

Snow’s success adds to the growing list of East African golfers making strides on the international stage, underlining the Sunshine Development Tour’s role as a critical bridge between regional competition and global professional golf.

Junior Golfers during a recent action at Windsor Golf and Country Club.

By DANIELLA APIYO AND AMANDA DAMARIS

The East Africa Junior Golf Rankings has today announced that the 4^th Edition of its flagship tournament series will be held from Thursday 2nd April to Saturday 4th April 2026 at Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club, Nairobi. The event will be a three-day, 54-hole competition, marking the programme’s most ambitious edition to date.

In a landmark decision, the EAJGR Board of Commissioners, at a meeting held on Monday 23rd March 2026, resolved to expand the programme’s eligibility criteria to include players aged 19 to 24 years (inclusive). This expansion is designed to accommodate university-level student-athletes and ensure a seamless development pathway from junior golf into young adult competition.

The 4th Edition will also welcome the United States International University (USIU- Africa) Varsity Golf Team to EAJGR events for the first time. USIU-Africa’s entry into the rankings programme represents a significant milestone in EAJGR’s mission to build competitive structures that bridge junior development and university-level sport.

With this development, Windsor Golf Hotel & Country Club now proudly serves as the home course for two neighbourhood institutions: Marurui Primary & Junior School and USIU-Africa. Players from both institutions will train together on a regular basis, creating a unique and powerful talent ecosystem that spans primary school through to university.

Speaking on the significance of the expansion, EAJGR Commissioner Maria Aloo said: “This is a transformative moment for Kenyan golf and for the sport across the entire East African region. By extending our rankings programme to include university-age players, we are creating a structure that no longer loses talented young golfers at the point where they enter higher education. The inclusion of USIU-Africa’s varsity team is just the beginning. Our ambition is to see inter-varsity golf teams established throughout East Africa, competing within the EAJGR framework. When universities begin to recruit and develop golfers as part of their sports programmes, we will have built a pipeline that can sustain itself — from the schoolyard to the fairway to the professional tour. That is the future we are building.”

This integrated approach is at the heart of the EAJGR vision: to identify, nurture, and develop golfing talent across East Africa and beyond, from the grassroots level through to competitive university sport and, ultimately, the professional game.