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Jordan News
10-04-2025
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Third Round of the 2025 Jordan Golf League Kicks Off at Ayla Golf Club - Jordan News
Aqaba –The third round of the 2025 Jordan Golf League teed off today, Thursday, at Ayla Golf Club, with the participation of 40 players. This two-day round, played in the Stroke Play format, features six categories: Veterans, Elite, Junior (under 18) for both males and females, Academy Players, Adults, and the Teams League, which includes six rounds. اضافة اعلان The newly enhanced competition system, introduced at the beginning of this year for the 2025 season, has significantly increased the competitiveness and excitement among players and teams across all categories. President of the Jordan Golf Federation, Kareem Al-Barghouthi, stated: "As the league progresses, we are witnessing noticeable improvement in players' performance. This boosts both competitiveness and skill levels, especially with upcoming international events like the Arab Championship in Cairo at the beginning of next month." Al-Barghouthi also praised Ayla Oasis Development Company for its strategic partnership and continuous support of the Federation's efforts, as well as the thorough preparation and technical readiness of the facilities, which have greatly contributed to creating an ideal competitive environment and nurturing a new generation of professional golfers. From his side, Mansour Al-Kabariti, Public Relations Director at Ayla Oasis Development Company, said: "We are proud to host this third round of the 2025 Jordan Golf League, especially with the upgraded edition of this year's tournament. It reflects Ayla's commitment to advancing Jordanian sports and our community engagement strategy. We value the trust placed in Ayla's capability to host world-class sporting events to the highest standards, while also promoting Aqaba as a global destination for sports and tourism." Ayla Oasis continues its support for the initiatives led by the Jordan Golf Federation and the Jordan Olympic Committee to grow the sport of golf locally by providing the necessary infrastructure and positioning Jordan as a key destination on the international golf map—enhancing national tourism and the status of the Aqaba Special Economic Zone. Ayla Golf Club is renowned for its world-class facilities, featuring an 18-hole, par-72 championship course designed by the legendary Greg Norman. Spanning approximately 800,000 square meters of lush landscapes, the course meets global environmental sustainability standards and blends harmoniously with Ayla's unique natural setting of beaches and scenic vistas. The club also hosts a dedicated golf academy equipped with a 9-hole course and professional instructors certified by the PGA (Professional Golfers' Association).
Jordan News
09-02-2025
- Sport
- Jordan News
Conclusion of the Second Round of the Jordanian Golf League at Ayla Golf Course - Jordan News
Aqaba – The second round of the 2025 Jordanian Golf League concluded on Saturday at Ayla Golf Club, with extensive participation from 50 male and female players across various categories. The event was organized by the Jordanian Golf Federation. In a festive atmosphere, medals were awarded to the winners by the President of the Federation, Mr. Kareem Al-Barghouthi, Vice President Nasser Al-Shoumali, and the Public Relations Manager at Ayla Oasis Development Company, Mansour Al-Kabariti. The second round witnessed intense competition among the participants, with the following results: Advanced Category: 1st place: Mohammad Al-Rawashdeh 2nd place: Eyad Shehadeh 3rd place: Anas Al-Amarin Pioneers Category: 1st place: Eyad Shehadeh 2nd place: Joe Fadli 3rd place: Jaafar Hajjawi Seniors Category: 1st place: Brian Baker 2nd place: Eyad Shehadeh 3rd place: Sean Kelly Girls Under 18 Category: 1st place: Lilian Mujahid 2nd place: Mayar Al-Sharmali 3rd place: Lamar Al-Shoumali Boys Under 18 Category: 1st place: Mohammad Al-Rawashdeh 2nd place: Adam Al-Saoudi 3rd place: Murad Al-Rawashdeh Academy Course – Juniors Under 10 Category: 1st place: Sand Shanwani 2nd place: Jawad Abu Mahfouz 3rd place: Ahmad Al-Rawashdeh Academy Course – Under 18 Category: 1st place: Joel Taqman 2nd place: Taj Akrawa 3rd place: Noor Jaber Ayla's hosting of the Jordanian Golf League reflects the ongoing strategic partnership with the Jordanian Golf Federation. This collaboration aims to promote golf among different social groups, particularly juniors and women, to elevate skill levels, develop sports facilities, and attract regional and international championships while also encouraging Jordanian participation in global tournaments. The 2025 Golf League introduced a new category, the "Pioneers" division, as part of the federation's policy to enhance the competition in cooperation with Ayla Oasis Development Company. This addition expands the league to six categories: the Elite category, Juniors Under 18 (male and female), Academy Players (Under 18 and Under 10), Seniors, and now the Pioneers category. Additionally, the league format has been expanded from three rounds (as in the 2024 edition) to six rounds in 2025. The competition format has also been upgraded from the previous 'scramble' format to the internationally recognized Stroke Play system, bringing a higher level of competitiveness and excitement to individual and team events. Kareem Al-Barghouthi, President of the Jordanian Golf Federation, highlighted the rising competitiveness in the second round, noting that players demonstrated impressive performance, which sets the stage for future rounds. He emphasized that the increased participation, technical progress, and official inclusion of the league in international rankings motivate further development to ensure the sport's sustainability. Vice President Nasser Al-Shoumali praised Ayla Oasis Development Company for its outstanding efforts in hosting this year's league, noting that Ayla and the federation are working under a strategic plan to promote and develop golf in Jordan and the region. Mansour Al-Kabariti, Public Relations Manager at Ayla Oasis Development, congratulated the top finishers, stating that the promising level of competition indicates even fiercer contests in the upcoming rounds of the 2025 Jordanian Golf League. He reaffirmed Ayla's commitment to advancing Jordanian golf through a series of carefully planned events designed to engage players in high-level competitions and provide golf enthusiasts with thrilling tournaments. He also pointed out that despite the cold weather and strong winds during the championship days, all players showcased remarkable concentration and effort. Hosting regular tournaments and leagues will strengthen Jordan's reputation as a key golf destination on the international sports calendar, contributing to Aqaba's tourism promotion. National team coach Amer Radi stressed the significance of this round, noting that it adds valuable experience to Jordanian players. He affirmed that the league's current structure fosters higher competitiveness and technical advancement. Recently, Ayla Golf Club completed a significant renovation project, enhancing the course with improved turf, greens, and fairways while aligning with sustainability goals. The club replaced 49 high-pressure HID halogen lighting units (1,564W each) with energy-efficient LED units (670W each), reducing energy consumption by 57% in preparation for the 2025 season. Ayla Golf Club also won four prestigious global sustainability awards at the Sustainable Luxury Awards 2024 , recognizing it as one of the most eco-friendly golf courses. The awards include: Most Sustainable 18-Hole Golf Course in the Region Most Sustainable Desert Golf Course in the World Most Sustainable Mountain Golf Course Locally Most Sustainable Championship Golf Course in the Middle East Ayla Golf Club is distinguished by its world-class facilities, featuring an 18-hole, par-72 course designed by renowned architect Greg Norman. Covering 800,000 square meters of lush landscapes, the course meets strict environmental sustainability standards, harmonizing with Ayla's unique coastal and natural surroundings. Additionally, the club houses a dedicated golf academy with a 9-hole training course , offering expert coaching from PGA-certified trainers . اضافة اعلان
