Springbok rugby legend Danie Gerber and 1999 World Cup hero Jannie de Beer added a touch of celebrity status as Framesby Hoerskool held a highly successful golf day at Humewood on Friday (November 22). With FNB as the title sponsor, a full afternoon field of 124 players tested themselves around the famous Port Elizabeth links course, putting the day firmly on the local golfing map. Golf day organiser Karl du Preez, who is chairman of the Framesby Supporters Club and also serves on the … [Read more...] about Bok heroes enjoy successful Framesby golf day
Golf
Sieg Human Returns to Defend Title
The Humewood Golf Club will again throw its weight behind a worthy cause when it stages its annual Charity Pro-Am tournament in Port Elizabeth on Sunday, 15 September. With continued support from SG Mobility, the club will host PGA club professionals from as far afield as Cape Town, who will be relishing the prospect of testing themselves on the only true links course in Africa. Defending champion Sieg Human will be back to defend his title, but can expect a serious challenge from his … [Read more...] about Sieg Human Returns to Defend Title
A Different Stroke for Furry Creatures
Humewood Golf Club is extremely proud to host the 2nd Annual Animal Welfare Golf Day on the 30th of August 2019. Last year, the club was home to 3 wonderfully playful pups looking for homes on the day and we are very happy to hear that all 3 found homes thereafter. This year, Humewood is going the extra mile to raise some much-needed assistance for Animal Welfare as they get no assistance from the government and rely solely on donations and fundraisers such as the golf day to survive. At … [Read more...] about A Different Stroke for Furry Creatures
Golf Youth Development
The Mantis Community Upliftment Programme hosted the first Youth Golf Development at Fish River Resort this weekend from Friday 24th to Sunday 26th May 2019. Forty young golfers from the township of Port Alfred arrived with their coach, golf pro, Collin Mavuso whom was accompanied by the executive committee of the Namato Golf Club, which is an association of veteran golfers originating from the townships and farms around Port Alfred. These golfers seek to further the reach of golf in the … [Read more...] about Golf Youth Development
Comedy act will add spice to Humewood Golf Festival
Comedian Roland Gaspar is gearing up to provide a side-splitting final evening to the Lexus Whack, Waggle & Win when the annual Humewood Golf Festival takes place in Port Elizabeth from May 29 to June 2. With an exciting array of off-course entertainment lined up through a range of sporting celebrities, it is sure to be a memorable week, both on and off the course. Golfers will be able to enjoy a round at the famous links course at a bargain green fee of R180, with a variety of … [Read more...] about Comedy act will add spice to Humewood Golf Festival
Whack Waggle & Win
Surviving four days of golf and a smorgasbord of off-course entertainment will be the name of the game when the Lexus Whack, Waggle & Win Festival takes place at the Humewood Golf Club from May 29 to June 2. The evenings will provide a chance to go deep into the art of survival because the man who knows something about all that will be the master of ceremonies for the week. Port Elizabeth’s Tom Swartz, who outwitted his competitors in the Survivor Africa show to emerge as the 2018 winner, … [Read more...] about Whack Waggle & Win
Humewood Charity Pro-Am
SG Mobility, a business unit of the leading listed broad-based supply chain management company, have become the new sponsors for the Humewood Charity Pro-Am. The event takes place on the 5th August at the Humewood Golf Club and will see PGA professionals and amateurs from as far Cape Town take on the “Only true Links in Africa”. The event is in aid of supporting charities in and around the PE area. This year’s beneficiary is Northwoods Children Hospice. Working in the community since … [Read more...] about Humewood Charity Pro-Am
Humewood Open Championship
THE Humewood Golf Club will again pay homage to the Open Championship when their own version of the famous British tournament takes place at the links course in Port Elizabeth on July 20 and 21. With golfers encouraged to embrace the heritage of the sport by dressing up in original golfing attire, the Sharwoods Open Championship is open to golfers across the board, providing a wonderful opportunity to experience links golf at its best. It will coincide with the 147th Open Championship, … [Read more...] about Humewood Open Championship
Whack, Wiggle, Win
A VARIETY of competitions will leave golfers with plenty to choose from when the Whack, Waggle and Win Festival gets under way at the Humewood links in Port Elizabeth on Sunday 27 May. Sponsored by Jaguar Land Rover Eastern Cape, the annual celebration of golf will provide a number of interesting options as it runs its course through until June 2. With Wednesday and next Saturday as the premier sponsorship days, golfers in the region are in line to win some outstanding prizes during the … [Read more...] about Whack, Wiggle, Win
Kragga Kamma Golf Course Answers Malicious Rumours
Dear MyPE Towards the end of 2017 malicious information was being spread to the effect that our beloved golf course was closing down. (probably as a result of a very competitive ‘market’ in which we are competing!) While this was going on, we as the current Executive Committee, were already negotiating a process of running and continuing operations at the club. This is now in full operation and major improvements were immediately introduced. Our patrons are confirming this regularly. We … [Read more...] about Kragga Kamma Golf Course Answers Malicious Rumours
Annual Mayoral Charity Golf Day
Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Cllr. Athol Trollip today officially unveiled recipients of the Mayoral Charity Golf Day. The Mark Headbush Foundation is the proud host of the annual Mayoral Charity Golf Day that raises funds to benefit early education for underprivileged communities. Last year a total of R256,000 was raised from the generosity the business sector and donated to the following beneficiaries; Amanzi Farm School, Colchester Primary School, Elundini Primary School, Mother … [Read more...] about Annual Mayoral Charity Golf Day
Golfers who Care
The Humewood Golf Club annual Pro-Am in Port Elizabeth has partnered with Market Square Volkswagen and the Humewood Pro Shop to host the 10th anniversary of this event and collectively aim to raise over R250 000 for charity. The Pro-Am will be payed from 4 to 5 June 2017 with a limited field of 25 PGA Professionals and 75 amateur golfers from around the country participating each day. With R30 000 up for grabs over the two days, the Pro's are gearing up to once again take on the 96th … [Read more...] about Golfers who Care
See the Humewood Links from a different perspective in a luxury vehicle
The Humewood Golf Club will be abuzz with activity from this weekend when the annual Links Festival of Golf takes place from April 23 to 29. Under the watchful eye of golf professional, Brendon Timm, Land Rover representative, Kirsty Munna sinks her very first ball on the Humewood Links Golf Course. Then, Neil Bisseker from Algoa FM interviews Brendon about the upcoming Festival of Golf on Humewood's famous Links course. Sponsored by Land Rover Eastern Cape for the first time, the festival … [Read more...] about See the Humewood Links from a different perspective in a luxury vehicle
PE Born Golfer Returns
Port Elizabeth-born and raised amputee, Shaun Bakker will return home to South Africa from the United Kingdom to compete in the prestigious 2017 Canon South African Disabled Golf Open, which takes place in Cape Town in May. He has confirmed his participation in the event which will see some of the top local and international disabled golfers compete in the 19th annual edition of the international tournament which is hosted annually by the South African Disabled Golf Association (SADGA). In 2016, … [Read more...] about PE Born Golfer Returns
Golf Clubs – #MustSeeinPE
The Port Elizabeth Golf Club (PEGC) is conveniently situated in the heart of the city, along Westview Drive, Mill Park. This long-standing Port Elizabeth Golf Club offers an outstanding golf course and first class facilities. Having been in existence for over 100 years, it is steeped in tradition and is known to locals as "The Hill". The length of the Course is 6117 Meters with 18 holes / Par 72. In 2015, the Club celebrated it’s 125th year of existence as the 2nd oldest Club in the … [Read more...] about Golf Clubs – #MustSeeinPE
