John Lejirma
KenyaathleteMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%John 'Samburu One' Lejirma is a Kenyan golfer representing Kenya Railway, known for his determination and strategic approach to the game. As he prepares for the 56th edition of the Magical Kenya Open, Lejirma aims for a top 10 finish, marking a shift from his previous focus on merely making the cut. With experience from the Africa Amateur Golf Championship and a recent tournament in Rwanda, he believes this is his season to shine despite past challenges. Lejirma's confidence is bolstered by his fitness and mental preparation, signaling his readiness to prove critics wrong.
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John Lejirma didn’t defend his title after transitioning into the professional ranks early this year.
Ebill Omollo reigns supreme in NakuruKenya· 2026-06-02
Lejirma arrives at Karen as the reigning 2025 KAGC Series Champion following a dominant year that included nine tournament victories.
Karanga, Lejirma among five golfers boosted ahead of Karen showdownKenya· 2026-02-18
John Lejirma is the newly crowned Johnnie Walker Classic champion.
Local amateurs to face pros test in Sunshine Development TourKenya· 2025-10-30
Karanga has narrowed the gap with the current leader, John Lejirma of Royal Nairobi Golf Club.
Karanga hoping for win in Tanzania Open and third Goty titleKenya· 2025-09-30
Elite amateur John Lejirma chalked 70 Gross points to take home the Gross prize.
Imbugwa jets off with Khwitsi Kandi win at KarenKenya· 2025-09-21
Elite amateur John Lejirma of Kenya Railways is also expected to compete.
Kibugu leads Kenya's squad to Kigali eventKenya· 2025-08-29
John Lejirma is a competitor from the Royal Nairobi Golf Club in the Kenya Amateur Strokeplay Championship.
Amateurs hunt for 2026 Kenya Open slotsKenya· 2025-07-24
John Lejirma finished with a score of 5-over in the 2025 Kabete Open due to a shoulder injury.
Pranay Kapur wins 12th Kabete Open titleKenya· 2025-07-21
John Lejirma is the highest-ranked Kenyan player in the tournament.
90 amateur golfers set to compete at 12th Kabete OpenKenya· 2025-07-17
John Lejirma is a talented competitor in the Kiambu Open.
Kiambu Open tees up as top amateurs eye Sh500,000 purseKenya· 2025-05-09
John Lejirma, the defending champion, will notably be absent from this year’s tournament.
Top amateurs to battle for glory at Trans Nzoia tourneyKenya· 2025-04-25
John Lejirma finished T106 in the EA Swing qualifiers.
Njoroge makes cut to play in Sunshine Tour Qualifying School final roundKenya· 2025-04-12
John Lejirma finished second in the four-day championship.
Nsanzuwera wins Sunshine Tour qualifierKenya· 2025-04-04
John Lejirma from Royal Nairobi Golf Club, fresh from winning the inaugural Shabana Cup held over the weekend at Kisii Sports Club, is also a strong contender.
Elite golfers to battle for Sh500,000 prize at Winston Churchill CupKenya· 2025-04-03
John Lejirma, who dazzled, found the pristine course a bit of a challenge as he closed Tuesday on one over par 71 for a total two rounds of two under par 140 to settle for second place.
Sunshine Tour Day 2 Results: Inform Kibugu eclipses Lejirma as axe falls on 20Kenya· 2025-04-01
John 'Samburu One' Lejirma of Royal Nairobi Golf Club fired three under par 68 to take command of the leaderboard heading to the dreaded Day 2 cutline on Tuesday.
Sunshine Tour qualifiers: On fire Lejirma spearheads Kenya's dominanceKenya· 2025-03-31
John 'Samburu One' Lejirma of Royal Nairobi Golf Club fired three under par 68 to take command of the leaderboard.
Sunshine Tour qualifiers: On fire Lejirma spearheads Kenya's dominanceKenya· 2025-03-31John Lejirma is the national golf team captain competing in the Kisii Open.
Amateurs battle for glory at Kisii OpenKenya· 2025-03-28
John Lejirma finished third in the Muthaiga Open with a total of 211 gross.
Dominant Kenyans miss out on Muthaiga Open titleKenya· 2025-03-18
John Lejirma feels a time has come for him to take the bull by its horns in the 56th edition of Magical Kenya Open.
Lejirma aims to be last man standing at Magical Kenya OpenKenya· 2025-02-18