THE ANNUAL KUDU TOURNAMENT PRESS RELEASE 2012 A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY TO WET YOUR APPETITE!!!!!

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1 Dear Sir / Madam You are hereby invited to the 2013 Kudu festival Week. The largest festival as hosted by Koro Creek for 2013 and this year we expect to see an even busier event. Koro Creek Bushveld Golf Estate is an exclusive and beautiful golf development situated close to the historic town of Modimolle (formerly Nylstroom) in Limpopo Province, only 90 minutes north of Pretoria. This part of South Africa is renowned for its special blend of golf and nature conservation, so it will come as no surprise that an 860-hectare nature reserve adjoins the property, into which the game is allowed to roam free - Expect to scatter a few impala, zebra and or waterbuck with your approach shots! The 18-hole golf course is a 6865m par-72 layout, with four tee boxes on each hole to accommodate every level of visiting golfer. Golfers of all abilities can find a challenge in this course, not to mention enjoyment in that unique feeling of being in the bushveld. We promise to make it a golfing experience you shall not forget easily. A welcome sight at the end of a hot day on the golf course is the clubhouse, where golfers and non-golfers alike can relax whilst watching the African sun set over this exclusive estate. There s a restaurant with breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, plus a bar (with cozy fireplace for winter nights) that stays open until late. Then there s the conference venue, able to cater for groups ranging between 30 and 150 (cinema style) guests. Koro Creek is also a beautiful location for functions and weddings Apart from the excellent golf facilities at Koro Creek, there are various other activities to choose from. A Tennis court is close to the clubhouse and open for guests and residents. Koro Creek also boasts a day spa with a wide range of relaxing and indulgent treatments to choose from. And horse lovers will be glad to learn that the process of developing an equestrian centre on the estate is now in existence. Koro Creek Bushveld Golf Estate is close enough to civilization to make the drive pleasantly quick (only 1hr 10 from the Zambezi off ramp), but far enough into the bushveld to offer a fantastic, de-stressing getaway from the pressure and frantic pace of everyday life. Combine that with the year-round warm weather the region offers and you have a lifestyle that s very hard to resist. Accommodation at Koro Creek ranges from different style guest houses to beautiful reserves in the immediate area.

2 THE ANNUAL KUDU TOURNAMENT PRESS RELEASE 2012 A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY TO WET YOUR APPETITE!!!!! A magnificent hole-in-one was the perfect way to conclude the most successful Kudu Tournament in its 15 year history! Willie Maree from Pretoria had a stroke of genius on the 7 th hole of the 18-hole championship Koro Creek Golf Course at Modimolle, Limpopo, on Saturday and with this won himself a stand at the Estate as part of a promotion which has been running for more than a year. The first two Pro-Am days saw Kenneth Dube, PGA Professional and Director of Golf from Royal Oak Country Club walking away with the honors (with 77 points) and a nice cash prize of R7500 to boot. The total prize money up for grabs for the professionals amounted to R30000, along with various substantial and worthwhile golfing paraphernalia for which no less than 32 Professionals competed representing 22 golf clubs in all. In second place was Johan van Vuuren (Woodhill Country Club) and third Henk Alberts (Pretoria Country Club). The annual flagship event at Koro Creek took place from 27 th till 30 th of June with almost 500 players participating. For the amateur golfers, all three competitions in the format of both Individual Stableford as well as 4-ball alliance (two to count) provided ample opportunity to take home a whopping array of prizes ranging from game to mouthwatering golf gear and vouchers from, among others, ten participating golf clubs. Local club-member Solly Rabalao was victorious in being crowned the overall Kudu Champion 2012 after two days of excellent play earning himself a state-of-the-art Cleveland Classic driver as well as, of course, a Kudu bull. Amateurs A van Dyk and Adriaan du Plessis also won a Kudu each in the individual competitions, with Johan Weber, Jacob Phala and Jan Nel all deserving blue wildebeests with their second places. For third placings J Swart, Jan Diedericks and Jacques Correia each got themselves an impala and so did the 4-Ball Alliance winners. Daily hand-outs, raffles and entertainment at the 19 th, support and involvement by local businesses as well as sponsorships and promotions by circa fifty various industry-related companies and individuals, in combination with authentic Bushveld hospitality and a challenging course in very good condition after hosting the recent SAGES National Championships, all contributed to an outstandingly successful, enjoyable and memorable tournament. The small Limpopo town was inundated with visitors preparing Modimolle for yet another significant tournament namely the Limpopo Open to be hosted by Koro Creek Golf Estate from 5 th till 8 th of July, as well as the Sanlam Cansa Golf Day to be held 21 st of this month. Fine-tuning to the format and all-round detail comprising the Kudu Tournament is the already the focus as preparations are being put in motion for the 2013 event in order to solidify the status thereof on the golfing calendar with the main aim to concentrate on and extend the Pro-Am in particular. With reciprocity agreements secured between Koro Creek, Zebula, Euphoria, Elements, Legend and Hans Merensky, together with various initiatives driving the sport, golf in Limpopo is bound to flourish and be taken to the next level. The quality of products on offer is astounding, the individuals and businesses involved even more so, and therefore the aim to capture a significantly larger portion of the national rounds than the current 2% this province hosts at this point in time, notably probable. With this in mind It is with great pleasure that we would like to introduce you to our flagship golf event for 2013:

3 2013 KUDU FESTIVAL WEEK The tournament takes place from the 17 th July to the 20 th July 2013 With a phenomenal growth over the last four years, this tournament has become one of the most pristine golf tournaments in the area. Last year some 500 golfers graced our fairways The program for the week will be as follows: Wednesday 17 th July 2013 Pro Am Thursday 18 th July 2013 Pro Am Friday 19 th July 2013 Pro Am Saturday 20 July 2013 Sponsor s day Members Invitational Format Individual Stableford for Professionals Pro Am Alliance Prize Members Invitational Individual Stableford Many reporters and media are invited to follow the tournament, and the interest has been overwhelming positive already. The players will receive handouts at the start of the tournament, thereby adding value to the experience, the cost for the Members Invitational is R per day per player which includes dinner. We will have locations available for promotional material as well as spots on the golf course for branding. We will brand them during the prize giving and make sure that a professional MC gives them the added exposure during the dinner and prize giving. We will have a two tee start in the morning starting at 09:00 with the field restricted to 120 players to ensure pace of play is maintained. Prize giving will be 30 minutes after the last score card is handed in. Prizes for the tournament will include various game. The professional golfers playing in the Pro Am will play for a prize fund that may amount to almost R ! Golfers from all the provinces will join us. Neighboring clubs will also be heavily involved, thereby making sure that this is a community project to enhance and market the Bushveld area as a well known and loved area to enjoy the game of golf. Koro Creek Golf Estate is very proud and excited to have developed and initiated a golf tournament of this caliber, and we look forward to joining forces with you and sharing the event with your company. Please note all accommodation as advertised is on a first come first serve basis. Proof of payment must have been received to secure your booking. Koro creek will endeavor to ensure that all requests are dealt with, and that each and every golfer is fully satisfied. Please note Koro Creek shall not be held liable for any of the accommodation suppliers, good or services as offered

4 *********Kindly select from the packages as indicated below, we have something to suite everybody s budget A to F are all onsite accommodation and G is a resort close to Koro Creek ********* A -Package for Pro- Am Event 7 th Hole Guest Lodge Can accommodate 16 Golfers Professionals playing R per person for three days and three nights. Amateurs R per person for three days and three nights. Includes dinner each night and a handout gift. B - Package for Pro- Am Event Koro Creek Guest House Can accommodate 8 Kindly contact the guest house to secure rates Professionals playing R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Amateurs R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Includes C- Package for Pro Am Event Pappot Guest House Can accommodate 12 Kindly contact the guest house to secure rates Professionals playing R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Amateurs R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Includes D - Package for Pro Am Event The Old Clubhouse Can accommodate 10 Golfers Amateurs R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Includes E - Package for Pro Am Event Waterberg Guest House Can accommodate 20 Golfers Amateurs R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Includes F - Packages for the Pro-Am event Syringa Lodge Package Can accommodate 6 Golfers Amateurs R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Includes G - Packages for the Pro-Am event Weesgerus Package Can accommodate 80 and more Amateurs R per person sharing for three days and three nights. Includes

5 Terms and Conditions: Full payment must be made prior to arrival. Full payment must accompany bookings Professionals are responsible for their Amateurs Proof of payment must accompany the booking forms; kindly use your name and golf club as reference. Accommodation is on a first come first serve basis. Book now to avoid disappointment All accommodation is bookable directly with Koro Creek, however where we have indicated that the accommodation service provider should be contacted directly, Koro Creek shall not be held liable for rates or packages. Sponsorship opportunities 2013 Koro Creek s corporate partners will receive complimentary exposure over the Kudu festival. Other affordable opportunities are available for your perusal. 1. Watering Holes (4th, 7th, 12th & 16th) No cost to advertise, however you will be required to handout refreshments of your choice and any other marketing material for four days. 2. The 1st, 10th, 9th and 18th holes will be sold exclusively for R2500 each. All other holes will be sold at R The entrance to the Club house will be sold for R The bar will be sold for R , no other branding will be permitted in this area and you will have branding on the main prize table. 5. The clubhouse has selected areas that will be sold for R each 6. The PGA shall receive preference with regards the prize giving table and access area to the golf course 7. The Horse shoe area exit from Pro Shop to Golf Course R The Main entrance to the estate R The Halfway house R The Putting green reserved for corporate sponsors. 11. Title Sponsorship Full event branding rights R Cost are for four days exposure, where we anticipate some 500 golfers will grace our fairways and an additional 100 other guests ( family & spouse ) will join players to witness the festivities 2012 saw immense interest in sponsorship opportunities, companies or individuals who wish to sponsor should please contact Brendon urgently to reserve their place. If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. Kind regards Sean Verdon Koro Creek Golf Estate Koro Creek your home away from home, simply the place to visit

6 Tournament Information Entry Form Event is limited to 30 teams, a professional is to play with each team, should your teams not have a Professional, Koro Creek will endeavor to allocate one to you. Special Permission may be given to teams to participate in the event without a Professional. Format Draw Prizes 4 ball alliance stableford two scores to count on all holes 54 hole event Only Official Handicaps as per the SAGA o Maximum Handicaps Men 28 Ladies 36 Professionals for their event play off scratch and for the team event off their SAGA club Handicap Wednesday draw as per entries Thursday s draw will be a reverse of Wednesday Friday s draw shall be a seeded draw. Nearest the pins on each day ( amateurs) No daily prizes Overall Prizes, 1 st to 10 th Professionals as per PGA schedule, prize money is determined by the number of entries received. Tuesday Practice rounds subject to availability and must be booked directly with the Pro Shop. Rates of R per player will be payable for both professional and his players. Accommodation is on a first come first serve basis as allocated as and when entries payments are received

7 Payment details Professional Cell Number Kindly indicate the player package that you require A D E F G H I, Kindly circle Shirt Sizes (S, M, L, XL, XXL & XXXL) Player A Player B Player C Player D Credit card Details Number Expiry Date CCV Card Holders Name Card Type - Visa / MasterCard Package breakdown - Kindly detail your request Please indicate your preferred tee time For Wednesday Total amount including Professionals Players to be debited to the Card Players Signature I the undersigned hereby authorize Koro Creek to debit my credit card by the amount as indicated above, however if the amount should differ Koro creek is permitted to increase this to ensure the Account is paid in full Cancellation Policy 21 days prior Full refund 14 days prior 50% refund 7 days prior no Refund No Show No refund Closing date of the event for entries 14 th July 2013 Should you wish to make a direct deposit kindly contact the Pro Shop (Brendon) to secure the information