Vryheid golfer Liezl Smit has brought national golfing honours home after winning the Senior Division of the 2026 SA Women’s Mid-Amateur and Senior Championship, held at Selborne Golf Club in KwaZulu-Natal from October 31 to November 2.

Representing Vryheid Golf Club, Smit produced a winning total of 228 over three rounds, recording scores of 76, 79 and a closing 73.

Strong final round seals championship victory

Her final-round performance secured the championship title and gave KwaZulu-Natal plenty to celebrate, with the province’s own golfer finishing at the top of the Senior Division.

The national championship brought together women golfers from across the country to compete for the prestigious titles, making Smit’s achievement a proud moment for Vryheid and its golfing community.

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