The Lusignan Golf Club (LGC) played host to the highly anticipated STP Investments Inc. Golf Tournament, which saw fierce competition among the country’s top amateur golfers.
The event, held on March 30, 2025, showcased remarkable talent and sportsmanship, with Joseph Szeplaki emerging as the overall winner with a net score of 65.
Szeplaki delivered a stellar performance, finishing with a gross score of 81, playing off a handicap of 16.
Hot on his heels was Anthony Scarce, who secured second place with a net score of 66 (gross 93, handicap 27).
Kishan Bacchus rounded out the podium with a solid effort, recording a net score of 67 (gross 85, handicap 18).
Top performers of the tournament (Photo: Lusignan Golf Club)
The tournament also recognised outstanding individual achievements. Anthony Scarce was awarded the Nearest-to-the-Pin prize, while Ian Gouveia took home the Longest Drive award.
Mike Mangal earned the Best Gross title, underscoring his precision and consistency on the course.
There were also notable performances from Troy Cadogan with a Gross of 93, Net 69, HC 24 and Brian Hackett Gross 87, Net 69, HC 18 to round off the day’s play.
STP Investment Inc. Project Manager David Harinarine expressed his enthusiasm for the event, stating, “Congratulations to all the players for their participation and to the winners for their outstanding performances. A special thank you to the Lusignan Golf Club for their impeccable organisation. I am delighted to announce that we will be back next year to support this incredible event once again.”
LGC President Anasha Ally extended her gratitude to the tournament’s sponsor, saying, “A heartfelt thank you to STP Investment Inc. for their unwavering support of the sport. Their sponsorship plays a vital role in fostering the growth of golf in Guyana. We also appreciate all the players, organisers and volunteers who contributed to making this event a success.”
The tournament concluded with a celebratory prize-giving ceremony, reinforcing STP Investment Inc.’s commitment to developing golf in Guyana.
With growing interest and support, the LGC looks forward to hosting even more competitive and engaging tournaments in the future.
The results for the tournament are as follows:
1st– Joseph Szeplaki- Gross 81, HC 16, Net 65
2nd– Anthony Scarce- Gross 93, HC 27, Net 66
3rd– Kishan Bacchus- Gross 85, HC 18, Net 67
Nearest-to-the-Pin- Anthony Scarce
Longest Drive- Ian Gouveia
Best Gross- Mike Mangal
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