Lusignan Golf Club gets pleasurable visit from South African cricket team
The South African cricket team posing with members of the LGC
The Lusignan Golf Club (LGC) has had the pleasure of hosting the South African cricket team and their guests on Monday, August 19, after the visitors had wrapped up a 1-0 Test series win against the West Indies at the Guyana National Stadium at Providence, EBD over the weekend.
The event provided the LGC’s esteemed visitors with a unique opportunity to experience the challenges of this unique sport in a relaxed and scenic environment.
The players enjoying a light round of golf
The visitors were welcomed to the club by LGC Secretary Chet Bowling and Club Captain Ayube Suban; and Brian Hackett, LGC Public Relations Officer, speaking on behalf of the club, expressed delight at having such esteemed guests.
“We were honoured to host the South African cricket team and their guests at the Lusignan Golf Club today. It was a wonderful occasion, marked by family-friendly events and a chance for our visitors to enjoy the ambience of our beautiful course. The cricketers provided positive feedback regarding the difficulty of the course, (which is) a true testament to its challenge,” Hackett said.
Accustomed to the rigours of their own sport, the South African cricketers tested their skills on the golf course, and enjoyed several rounds of play.
Hackett noted that, despite their impressive athleticism, the visitors were unable to achieve par scores, which highlighted the demanding nature of the Lusignan course.
Captain of the South African ODI and Test teams, Temba Bavuma, seen standing alongside LGC Secretary Chet Bowling and Captain Ayube Subhan
“This course is known for its difficulty,” Hackett explained. “It speaks to the level of skill required to navigate it successfully; and we’re pleased that our visitors were able to enjoy the experience, even if it presented a challenge.”
The Lusignan Golf Club boasts a rich history of hosting both local and international athletes, and Hackett recalled previous visits from other cricketing teams, such as the Barbados Royals in 2023. He even recalled an event that occurred more than 50 years ago and featured Lance Gibbs, the West Indies cricketing legend.
“We’ve been privileged to host international teams for decades,” he declared. “The Lusignan Golf Club has long been committed to promoting the sport of golf; not just locally, but on an international scale.”
The executive committee of the LGC has expressed pride in the success of the event, and reaffirmed a commitment to fostering relationships with international teams.
“We remain dedicated to supporting sports, particularly golf, and will continue to invite visitors from all walks of life to experience the unique challenges of our course,” Hackett has said. “We look forward to working with more international teams and visitors in the future, helping them enjoy all that our club has to offer.”
The South African cricket team’s visit to the Lusignan Golf Club is a testament to the strong ties between sports and cultural exchange. The Lusignan Golf Club remains a premier destination for international guests who are seeking to enjoy a world-class golfing experience in the heart of Guyana.
