Serah Githaiga in action during a past golf tournament/ HANDOUT Githaiga teamed up with Rose Wamuyu, Patrick Mwaniki, and Patrick Matheri at the 19th leg of the KCB Tour at Nyeri Golf Club, where they scored 151 points.
They edged out a team led by Lady Captain Perister Gaitho, just one point behind.
“Winning my first major tournament feels incredible,” said Githaiga. “We work hard, support each other, and it pays off.”
The win was even special since it was at her home course. Though the team was formed at the last minute, their chemistry proved key.
“We trusted each other, and everyone gave their best. That unity helped us focus on every shot,” she added.
Githaiga now focuses on lowering her handicap and dreams of playing on world-class courses, especially Pine Valley Golf Club in New Jersey, one of the sport’s most-revered venues.
Introduced to golf by a friend, she quickly fell in love with the game.
Githaiga believes golf is therapy. “It builds strength, teaches resilience, and gives joy with every good shot,” she said, encouraging more girls and women to pick up the sport.
“You win the moment you decide to start playing.”
Balancing golf with work and family presents challenges, but Githaiga manages with a strong support system.
“Time management is key. Family and work come first, then I create time for golf. Luckily, my family supports my passion — we often play together,” she said.
As recognition grows, Githaiga stays grounded.
“Getting noticed surprises me, but it motivates me to keep practising. In golf, patience is everything,” she concluded.
