West Kelowna Golf Course Fight Sparks Call for Restitution and Investigation

A physical altercation at a West Kelowna golf course this week has left the community shaken and course operators demanding accountability. The incident, now widely shared online, unfolded Monday evening at the 18th hole of Two Eagles Golf Course and Academy, an Indigenous-owned facility on Westbank First Nation land.

The West Kelowna golf course fight began after tensions flared over slow play and delayed tee times. Witnesses say tempers boiled over between two groups of golfers—one frustrated by pace, the other allegedly retaliating after balls were hit toward them.

Caught on Camera: Fight Over Pace of Play

Video captured by golfer Jennifer Pont shows the shouting quickly turning into pushing and punches. Pont, who was playing behind the two groups, told CBC and Global News the clash followed a day of backed-up tee times.

“They just couldn’t hang in there for one more hole,” Pont said. “It was embarrassing and ridiculous.”

The delays were partly due to an earlier tournament, which pushed tee times by about 30 minutes. That frustration, combined with on-course etiquette disputes, appears to have fueled the confrontation.

Golf Course Owners Demand Restitution

In a public statement, Two Eagles Golf Course operators strongly condemned the behavior, calling it a “desecration of the property” and a breach of community values.

They stated that anyone who violates course rules will be banned, and added that the individuals involved must participate in a restitution process. That may include:

Donations to inclusive sports programs like Jumpstart or B.C. Golf’s junior initiatives
Completion of the Respect in Sport course

The course’s owners say this is the first fight of its kind in over 20 years and they intend to address it with the “utmost severity.”

RCMP Investigation Underway

West Kelowna RCMP confirmed they responded to the scene and have identified all individuals involved.

“The video footage shows unacceptable behavior,” said Staff Sgt. Brendan Dolan, adding that the case remains under investigation.

The course operators have formally requested a full report from police.

Westbank First Nation Speaks Out

In a separate statement, Westbank First Nation reaffirmed its stance against violence, saying:

“We do not condone aggression in any form and remain committed to safety and respectful conduct within our community.”

A Reminder to the Golf Community

Slow play has long been a source of tension in golf. But as witness Jennifer Pont put it, disagreements shouldn’t end in fistfights.

“We’ve all played behind slow groups before. It sucks, but you don’t deal with it with your fists.”

Operators at Two Eagles hope this isolated incident won’t leave a lasting impression—especially on young players and families who visit the course. Their focus now is on accountability, restoration, and reinforcing community values.

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