In SummaryMuthaiga Golf Club’s Brianna Ngecu powered past Jemile Gacheru 6&4 to become the sole girl advancing to the quarterfinal stage at Sigona. The 2026 NCBA Kenya Junior Matchplay Championship delivered high-stakes drama on Tuesday, August 11, at Sigona Golf Club as the tournament narrowed down to its final eight contenders. Headlining the opening day of matchplay was Muthaiga Golf Club’s Brianna Ngecu, who produced a dominant 6&4 victory over Jemile Gacheru. Gicheru, who topped Monday’s qualifying round with a 1-under-par 71, advances alongside brothers Ewan Widor and Sean Widor. Both Widor brothers recorded 1-up victories over Andrew Gathere and Nathan Mwangi, respectively.