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GENERAL COMMITTEE 2015/2016 President Capt. Baldev Singh Email: baldev.singh@scc.org.sg
Mr Anwar Gaffoor Email: anwar.gaffoor@scc.org.sg
Mr George V. Abraham Email: george.abraham @scc.org.sg
Deputy President Mr Brian Teo Email: brian.teo@scc.org.sg
Mr Paul Lawlass Email: paul.lawlass@scc.org.sg
Mr Dinakaran S. Appiah (Dino) Email: dinakaran.appiah @scc.org.sg
Chairman, Games Control Board Mr Richard Stapley-Oh Email: richard.stapley-oh @scc.org.sg
Mr Hamish Alexander Christie Email: hamish.christie@scc.org.sg Ms Joyce Foster Email: joyce.foster@scc.org.sg
Finance Member Mr Parasuram Krishnan Email: parasuram.krishnan @scc.org.sg
Ms Cynthia E. Robless Email: cynthia.robless@scc.org.sg Mr Teo Kwang Whee Email: kwangwhee.teo @scc.org.sg
Subcommittee Members Games Control Board Mr Richard Stapley-Oh (Chairman) Professor Brian Farrell Mr John Lewis Taylor Mr Victor Yeong Mr Tony Richardson Ms Olivia Law Geok Lian Mr David Jones Ms Mohietheen Fathima Mr Richard Loo Mr K. Rajaram Ms Sadaf Salim Mr Marc Lansonneur Mr Scott Starr Mrs Andrea Nicholas Mrs Fiona Pilling finance Mr Parasuram Krishnan (Chairman) Mr Richard Stapley-Oh Mr Dinakaran S. Appiah (Dino) Mr Hamish A. Christie Mr Thomas Monahan Mr Krishan Sharma
Establishment Capt. Baldev Singh (Chairman) Mr Brian Teo Mr Dinakaran S. Appiah (Dino) Mr Teo Kwang Whee Mr Leonard Thangavelu Mr Harpal Singh food & beverage Mr Dinakaran S. Appiah (Dino) (Chairman) Mr Robin Thomas Mr Jude Tan Ms Joyce Foster Mr Anthony Richardson Mr Sammie Soon marketing & Communications Ms Cynthia Robless (Chairlady) Ms Tracy Jones Mr Srikanth K V Mr Paul Lawlass Mr Anwar Gaffoor
Property Mr George V Abraham (Chairman) Mr Anwar Gaffoor Mr Retna Sabapathy Mr Ong Chin Leong Mr Andrew Anthony Moore Mr N Thangavelu Mr Matthew Streeton Rules & Membership Mr Brian Teo(Chairman) Ms Josephine Ee Mr Tushar Doshi Mr Anthony Netto Mr Damian Pereira social Ms Joyce Foster (Chairlady) Mr Dinakaran S. Appiah (Dino) Ms Soma Devi Ms Ravinder Kaur Ms Sunita Kapoor Ms Tracy Jones Mr Vikram Raman Capt E R Raymond Ambrose
Club News 3 President’s Message 4 New Members’ Election Night 8 Club News Feature 10 Rescuing the Unknown Past: Digging Empress Place Food & Beverage 12 Christmas Specials 16 Chef Arfin’s Specialities Cake of the Month SCC Patisserie 17 Dinner Specials 18 Beverage Promotion 20 Food & Events Calendar Upcoming Events 22 Deepavali Celebration 23 Christmas Wine & Cheese BINGO 24 Buzz from the Bar Pub Quiz Night 26 Despicable Freeze Pantomime 28 Xmas Eve Lucky Draw Recent Events 30 Look Who’s Cooking Sauber F1 Team visits SCC 31 Oktoberfest Intersection Quiz Night 32 SCC Night Race Fiesta 2015 Sports 36 38th Annual Pot Games 38 Bali Memorial at SCC 39 Balut 40 Billiards & Snooker 41 Bridge 42 Bowls 43 Lawn Bowls Tour: Kochi, India 44 Darts 45 Golf 46 Hockey 47 Netball 48 Rugby 49 Soccer 50 Squash 51 Tennis
Singapore Singapore Cricket Cricket ClubClub Established 1852 Established 1852
Season’s Greetings Season’s Greetings to all SCC Members and best wishes for a happy, healthy New Year!
Connaught Drive Singapore 179681 Tel: 63389271 Fax: 63330708 Email: scc@scc.org.sg Web: www.scc.org.sg MCI (P) 037/08/2015 | The Padang is published bi-monthly and is produced for the Singapore Cricket Club by Grenadier Press Pte Ltd. All rights reserved, copyright ©2015 by Singapore Cricket Club. Opinions expressed in The Padang are solely those of writers and not necessarily endorsed by the Singapore Cricket Club. For editorial and advertising enquiries, please contact the Marcom Department at marcom@scc.org.sg
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Business Hours Club Management Mr Nigel Stearns General Manager Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 331) E-mail: nigel.stearns@scc.org.sg Ms Adeline Tan Financial Controller / Acting Head of Membership Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 201) E-mail: adeline.tan@scc.org.sg Ms Janet Ng Head, Sports & Recreation Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 389) E-mail: janet.ng@scc.org.sg Mr Daljeet Singh Head, F&B & Events Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 372) E-mail: daljeet.singh@scc.org.sg Ms Judy Ting Head, Property & Housekeeping Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 383) E-mail: judy.ting@scc.org.sg Ms Jessica Ng Acting Head of Human Resource Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 265) E-mail: jessica.ng@scc.org.sg
Member Services Desk Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday
0900 - 2400 0900 - 0200 0900 - 2200
No after-games sports attire or studded boots.
Main Lounge* Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday
0900 - 2400 0900 - 0100 0900 - 2400
Flip-flops, singlets, shorts & tee-shirts are not permitted. * Operating hours on trial basis
Stumps* Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday
1500 - 2200 1500 - 2300 1500 - 2200
Flip-flops & singlets are not permitted. * Operating hours on trial basis
The Padang Restaurant Lunch Monday - Sunday
1200 - 1500
Dinner
1900 - 2300 1900 - 2200
No lunch operation on Public Holidays.
Monday - Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday
Flip-flops, singlets, shorts & tee-shirts are not permitted. Denim trousers are not permitted except Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday between 1000 & 1700.
The Oval & Verandah Monday - Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday
0900 - 2300 0900 - 2200
Flip-flops, singlets, shorts & tee-shirts are not permitted. Bermudas are permitted at Oval Verandah.
The Victoria Room Monday - Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday
0900 - 2300 0900 - 2200
Flip-flops, singlets, shorts and tee-shirts are not permitted.
Mr Raymond Lee Executive Chef Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 336) E-mail: raymond.lee@scc.org.sg Ms Chovin Blix Ong Asst F&B and Events Manager Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 252) E-mail: chovin.ong@scc.org.sg
The Deli Daily 1100 - 2200
Men’s Bar Monday - Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday 1100 - 2300 Sunday* 1200 - 1800 Public Holiday Closed *The Men’s Bar will be open for billiards & snooker only. F&B services are available at the Main Lounge.
Club Attire Members are advised to refer to the Club’s Bye-Laws for more information on attire. Club Rules and Bye-Laws are also available on the SCC website at www.scc.org.sg and at the Member Services Desk. For sports attire, please refer to the Section’s Bye-Laws. Information correct at time of print and subject to change without prior notice.
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Flip-flops & singlets are not permitted.
Jackpot Room Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday Flip-flops, singlets, shorts & tee-shirts are not permitted.
1300 - 2200 1300 - 2300 Closed
Gymnasium Daily 0600 - 2200 Gym attire must be worn at all times, i.e. tee-shirts, shorts and sports shoes.
CLUB NEWS
Dear Members,
The 68th edition of the Societe Generale SCC International Rugby Sevens Tournament held at the Padang from 30 October to 1 November was a rousing success featuring new top-class professional club teams. The riveting game play on the field kept rugby enthusiasts on the edge of their seats. Special thanks to our Title Sponsor, Sponsors, Box Patrons and Advertisers as well as all others whose involvement and immense support contributed to the fruition of one of SCC’s premier club tournaments. A report on all the highlights of the tournament will be available in the next issue of the magazine. Still on the sports front, Team SCC once again emerged victorious at the 38th Annual Pot Games against the Tanglin Club. Battling many close calls, SCC fought hard and retained the Cup this year – a sterling example of the excellent sporting tradition that has become a hallmark of the Club. I am pleased to note that Members and guests of the recently held SCC’s iconic Night Race Fiesta enjoyed three days of motor racing action on and off the circuit. The weekend proved to be an eventful one and I would like to thank all in attendance for your patronage. We look forward to your continuous support of more of our events in the months ahead.
Capt. Baldev Singh President Singapore Cricket Club
We cordially invite you to join us in remembering the soldiers and civilians who had served with pride and honour in the two world wars. The Remembrance Day Memorial Service will be held on 11 November at the Cenotaph. Celebrate Christmas at the SCC with a whole host of activities planned exclusively for you and your loved ones – from a safari themed children’s party to the annual festive lucky draw. Also, ring in the new year with our ‘Fire and Ice’ New Year’s Eve party. I wish all Members warm season’s greetings and a joyous New Year in the company of family and friends and we look forward to your continued patronage at the Club.
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CLUB NEWS
New Members’ Election Night 14 September 2015
Ordinary (Transferable) Members
Term Members Mr Robert Marcel Wolff Mr Huw Wedlock Mr Price William Robert Mr Avin Luther Mr Robert Hinchliffe Mr Stephen Michael Hickman
Mr Ng Guan Tee
Mr Bala Swaminathan
Mr Sudesh Iyer
Sports Members Mr Manu Verma Mr Campbell Hinton
Mr Chan Heng Fai
GC Member Mr Dinakaran S. Appiah (Dino), Mr Sudesh Iyer 4
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Mr Andre Ravindran Saravanapavan Arul
Mr Saikat Mukherjee
Deputy President Mr Brian Teo, Mrs Gulistan Luther, Mr Avin Luther, Mr Sudesh Iyer, Mr Harpal Singh
CLUB NEWS
New Members’ Election Night 14 September 2015
Mr Huw Wedlock, Mr Stephen Michael Hickman, Mr Craig Anthony Ellis, GC Member Mr Hamish Christie
Mr Bala Swaminathan, Mrs Mala Swaminathan
Mr Robert Hinchliffe, GC Member Mr Teo Kwang Whee, Mrs Gillian Hinchliffe
Mrs Fiona Pilling, Mr Campbell Hinton
Mr Price William Robert, GC Member Mr Paul Lawlass, Mr Matthew Edward Dabbs, Deputy President Mr Brian Teo
Mr Sandeep Uberoi, Mr Saikat Mukherjee
GC Member Mr Anwar Gaffoor, Mr Chan Heng Fai
Mr Andre Ravindran Saravanapavan Arul, Mr Manu Verma, Mr Ng Guan Tee, Mr Benny Tay Yew Lim, GC Member Ms Cynthia Robless, GC Member Mr George Abraham, Mr Robert Marcel Wolff November / December 2015
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CLUB NEWS
New Members’ Election Night 12 October 2015 Ordinary (Transferable) Members Term Members Mr Liam Delaney Mr Alastair DJ Edgell Mr Simon Moi Mr Colin De Souza
Mr Chris Guy
Mr Suneet Kumar
Mr Singh Deepak Kumar
Sports Members Mr Craig Acquaye Mr Daniel Laslett Mr Timothy Spriggs Miss Meaghan Lim
Mr Leong Mun Yuen
Mr Manoj Nathani
Mr Arijit Roy
Mr Soh Wee Pheng
Mr Gautam Sareen
Ms Surbhi Grover, President Capt. Baldev Singh, Mr Gautam Sareen, Mr Surandren Nair S 6
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Mr Tushar Shembekar
Finance Member Mr Parasuram Krishnan, Mr Colin De Souza, Mr Chris Guy, Ms Melanie Andrea D’ Mello, Mr Tushar Shembekar
CLUB NEWS
New Members’ Election Night 12 October 2015
Mr Leong Mun Yuen, Mr Manoj Nathani, Ms Lai Ee San
Mr Mark Hollingsworth, Mr Daniel Laslett, Mr Craig Acquaye, Mr James W B Chambers
Mr James Erskine, Mr Alastair DJ Edgell, GC Member Mr Hamish Christie
Mr Rahul Kaul, GC Member Mr Dinakaran S. Appiah (Dino)
Mrs Lisa Shembekar, Mr Sven Radavics, Ms Laura Frances Goddard
Mr Arijit Roy, Mr Partha Sarathi Ray
Mr Suneet Kumar, Ms Li Jie
Mr Singh Deepak Kumar
Mr Soh Wee Pheng, GC Member Mr Anwar Gaffoor
Mr Christopher Gorrie, GC Member Ms Joyce Foster, Mrs Smita Roy, Miss Meaghan Lim
Mrs Fiona Pilling, Mr Timothy Spriggs, Mr M Adam Sturmer
Mr Mark James Warrilow, Mr Liam Delaney, Mr Simon Moi, GC Member Mr Teo Kwang Whee November / December 2015
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CLUB NEWS
MULTI LABEL STORE FOR WOMEN AND MEN 20 Amoy Street, Mon - Fri: 9am - 8pm, Sat: 11am - 3pm
new operationAL hours
WITH eFFECT FROM 1 september 2015 Monday to Thursday - 1pm to 10pm Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday - 1pm to 11pm Closed on Sunday and Public Holiday
JACKPOT WINNER SEPTEMBER
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$1,076
CLUB NEWS
Club Operating Hours on FRIday, 1ST January 2016 Please note that owing to the New Year's Eve Party on 31 December 2015, the Club will open at 3.00pm on Friday, 1st January 2016
OBITUARIES The Club records, with deep regret, the passing of our Members. Our sincere condolences to the family of the departed.
ANNUAL STAFF FUND Members are hereby invited to voluntarily contribute to the SCC Staff ‘Annual Ang Pow Fund’. It is an SCC ‘Tradition’ that this contribution amounts to the equivalent of one month’s subscription and that the fund is fully dispersed in the month of collection as an ex-gratia payment that is equally distributed amongst all members of the staff. This is the only occasion in the year when Members may show their appreciation to Club employees in this manner. In keeping with recent practice, the amount will be debited to Members’ accounts and will appear in your October 2015 Statement of Account. This contribution as previously stated is wholly voluntary and Members may give written notice prior to 31 December 2015 should you choose to make a smaller; or larger donation or of course, no donation at all. We would also be pleased to accept an email notification as to your choice of option to ang.pow@scc.org.sg.
Mr Charles Edward McKinney
Mr Kasim Taiyebali
On behalf of all SCC employees, Management takes this opportunity to thank you for your patronage and support of the Club and its staff over this past year.
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FEATURE
Empress Place Rescue Archaeology Excavation
pair of dirt-covered youngsters patiently peel back a layer of sediment with their trowels. Overhead, a 60 ton long-arm mechanical excavator hoists a pile of steel rebars into a trench. Meters away welders in asbestos overalls slice through 10m iron sheet piles with their acetylene blowtorches. The two volunteer archaeological field assistants paid no mind to the high pitch screech of a compressor behind them and quietly and skillfully removed a ceramic vessel from the Yuan Dynasty (c. 1271-1368) out of the sand. Standing in shin-deep mud another member of the archaeology team patiently sieved through the foul-smelling riverine silt accumulated over the last 800 years. Elsewhere on the site, a dusty and weathered archaeologist monitors a mechanical backhoe at work, guiding the machine’s massive creaking steel caterpillar threads through the no-go zones. Everywhere around the sunburnt individual were little red vinyl flags demarcating archaeological deposits. Between January and April 2015, a small crew of volunteers and archaeologists from the Archaeology Unit, Nalanda Sriwijaya Centre, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies have been monitoring and excavating the site at Empress Place. Ostensibly, as part of the SG50 celebrations, dramatic redevelopment and landscaping for the Singapore Riverfront area were carried out. Within the redevelopment zone, the Empress Place lawn fronting the Victoria Concert Hall and Theatre, underwent extensive remodeling involving the massive engineering feat of transplanting 8 existing mature rain trees. Beneath these lawns lies the ancient settlement of Temasek or Singapura dating between the 14th and 17th centuries.
Empress Place Rescue Archaeology Excavation II
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Staffed entirely with a Singaporean crew, the archaeology team works 12-14 hour days and 7 days a week. This is the largest development driven rescue archaeological excavation ever undertaken in Singapore. In total some 3 tons of artifacts from the pre-modern and pre-colonial Singapore were recovered. “The variety of artifacts uncovered is phenomenal”, says the project’s Finds Manager, veteran archaeological volunteer (and SCC family member) Ms. Margaret Wong, “the diversity of finds presents new light into the activities of ancient Singaporeans. We are finding hundreds of objects from this site that were never before seen in the past 30 years of archaeological excavations!” Some highlights include religious iconography
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Glazed Stoneware Jarlet
Longquan Porcelain Platter
Buddhist Devotee Figurine
in the likes of a Buddhist figurine; objects of ornamental nature such as carnelian and crystal beads, glass bangles and worked sandstone; utilitarian items like copper cash; and large quantities of ceramics encompassing Chinese blue-green celadon porcelain. Albeit detailed post-excavation analysis have yet to start, some preliminary observations may be made from the findings. The archaeology team believes that they have identified the ancient riverfront and shoreline of ancient Temasek, which has over the last five centuries, possibly due to natural silting shifted further south to its present estuary. The site was also likely a densely populated or an area of high traffic, with evidence for commercial activities, as well as industries like metalworking. Ancient Temasek Timber
A sub-surface investigation of the Padang and the Cricket Club’s grounds was also conducted. The archaeology team established a series of auger cores to determine the pre-Raffles shoreline of Singapore. Project team member Aaron Kao who led the probe at the Padang says, “our core samples suggest that the ancient shoreline before the reclamation works in the 19th and 20th centuries, ran through the present netball court of the Cricket Club, and likely extended towards Beach Road”. Previously several test trenches were dug in 2009 and 2003 on the Padang revealing pockets of artifacts. The recent cores confirm that extensive archaeological deposits still remain beneath the field. In Singapore, all archaeological sites have their unique characteristics, Empress Place would likely stand out as the site with the highest density of artifacts ever uncovered, amongst which innumerable are never before recovered previously in Singapore. The information and data gleaned from the archaeology would enable the understanding of the activities and trends of ancient Singaporeans. Important questions such as - who were the Singaporeans of the past? What did they do? What happened to them? – will serve as a solemn guide in our present search for our own identity and future.
Sub-Surface Survey of the Padang
Sediment Cores from the Padang
As Singapore celebrates its 50th anniversary of independence, the significance in reflecting on our historical identity cannot be more appropriate, as volunteer Ms. Christabel Khoo, who helps out after-hours and during the weekends, declares, “this is one of the most meaningful projects ever undertaken in Singapore. I am proud to have played a small part in saving ancient Singapore”. The project is supported by the National Heritage Board and the Urban Redevelopment Authority.
About the Contributor SCC Member Lim Chen Sian is the
Project Archaeologist for the rescue excavations at Empress Place. Since 2006 he has led all the major archaeological investigations in Singapore; some of his recent projects include Bukit Brown Cemetery (2014); Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden (2014); Singapore Management University (2014); Cathedral of the Good Shepherd (2013); Indian Heritage Centre (2012); Victoria Concert Hall (2011); Adam Park (2011); and the National Art Gallery (2010). He is an Associate Fellow with the Archaeology Unit, Nalanda-Sriwijaya Centre, Institute of Southeast Asian Studies. November / December 2015
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
mas Christ Eve & Day
mas Christ set luncH
16 November to 23 December 2015 Available Monday to Friday only 16-20 Nov, 23-27 Nov, 30 Nov, 1-4 Dec, 7-11 Dec, 14-18 Dec and 21-23 Dec PADANG RESTAURANT $50.00 per person Starter Salmon Tartar with Wasabi Mayonnaise and Chives or Baby Spinach, Poached Pear, Roasted Walnut and Fresh Fig Salad (V) with sherry vinaigrette
Soup
BUFFET luncH
24 & 25 December 2015 Thursday and Friday only PADANG RESTAURANT $73.00 Member / $83.00 Guest / $35.00 Child eGGNOG COLD SELECTIONS Duck Liver Mousse Crostini Spiced Herring with Tomato Sago Mini Kueh Pie Tee with Jumbo Crab Meat Portobello Mushroom and Mozzarella Cheese Bruschetta Garden Green Salad with Dressing Green U.S. Asparagus and Prosciutto Ham Grilled Assorted Antipasto Spicy Shredded Green Mango with Prawns Salad Clam Chowder Soup with Lemon Cream Selection of House-Baked Bread Assorted Sushi
On the ice Fresh Oyster Scallop Roe Prawns Slipper Lobster
Pumpkin Volute
carving station
with fried silken tofu and scallop ceviche
Smoked Supreme Ham with Cranberry and Pineapple Sauce Roast Whole Turkey with Stuffing and Bread Sauce Rosemary Spiced Leg of Lamb
Main Course Roast Turkey Breast with brussels sprouts, roasted pumpkin and cherry brandy cranberry sauce
or Smoked Premium Ham with potato and green pea puree, roasted carrots and tamarind apple sauce
or Pan Fried Sea Bream Fish Fillet with cauliflower puree, salmon roe and saffron sauce
or Risotto (V) with ratatouille in white miso curry cream
Dessert Christmas Pudding with gingerbread parfait and caramel brandy sauce
Assorted Christmas Cookies Coffee or Tea
hot selection Pan-seared Black Cod Fish Fillet with Cous Cous and Walnut Pesto Fricassée of Chicken in Saffron Capsicum Sauce Slow-braised Beef Stew with Root Vegetables and Caraway Jus Steamed Fragrant Pearl Rice Sautéed Potatoes with Onions Yorkshire Pudding Assorted Mixed Vegetables (Brussels Sprouts, Carrot and Parsnip) Rigatoni Pasta in Duck Bolognaise
desserts Medley of Fresh Fruits Platter Christmas Pudding and Brandy Custard Chocolate and Chestnut Yule Log Minced Fruit Tart Christmas Stollen Selection of Cheese Platter Coffee or Tea
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
mas Christ Eve
mas Christ Day
24 December 2015 Thursday PADANG RESTAURANT $78.00 Member / $88.00 Guest
25 December 2015 Friday PADANG RESTAURANT $70.00 Member / $80.00 Guest
Starter
Starter
set DINNER
Chilled Hokkaido Sea Scallop Ceviche salmon roe and shiso cress
set DINNER
Salmon Tartar with wasabi lime mayonnaise, chives and micro cress
Soup
Soup
Potato and Leek Soup
Green Pea Soup
with bacon
with blue cheese and garlic crouton
Main Course
Main Course
Roasted Turkey Roulades
Pan Roasted Escolar
with sweet chestnut stuffing, brussels sprout, pumpkin puree and gilbert sauce
with mussels, sautéed fennel, rhubarb and mussels saffron cream sauce
or Smoked Premium Ham with apple mash, roasted potatoes, baby carrots and pineapple red wine sauce
or Pan Fried Black Cod with asparagus fettuccine, boiled red potatoes and sesame soya dressing
Dessert Christmas Pudding with vanilla ice cream and brandy custard
Assorted Cookies
or Roasted Turkey Breast with yorkshire pudding, beetroot and red wine cranberry sauce
or Smoked Premium Ham with herb potato fondant, braised purple cabbage, cinnamon and clove apple sauce
Dessert Christmas Pudding with vanilla ice cream and brandy custard
Coffee or Tea
Coffee or Tea
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Christ mas Menu
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Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
set luncH
set luncH
THURSDAY, 24 December 2015
FRIday, 25 December 2015
The Oval & Verandah $30.00 Member / $35.00 Guest
The Oval & Verandah $30.00 Member / $35.00 Guest
Soup Clam Chowder Soup
Soup Pumpkin Soup with Mascarpone Cheese
Main Course Roast Turkey
Main Course Roast Turkey
with Roasted Potato Chipolata Stuffing and Fresh Vegetables
with Roasted Potato Chipolata Stuffing and Fresh Vegetables
or Baked Honey Glazed Ham
or Baked Honey Glazed Ham
with Potato, Green Pea Puree and Brown Sauce
with Potato, Green Pea Puree and Brown Sauce
Dessert Christmas Chocolate Log Cake
Dessert Christmas Chocolate Log Cake
Freshly Brewed Coffee or Tea
Freshly Brewed Coffee or Tea
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Christ mas Goodies
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Christmas Take-Away Order Form To: Singapore Cricket Club, Food & Beverage Department, FAX: 6333 0708 OR EMAIL: SALLY.HENG@SCC.ORG.SG ITEM
PRICE
1.
Traditional Christmas Stollen (500gm)
$28
2.
Mini Minced Pie (150gm)
$15
3.
Mini Brandy and Rum Fruit Cake
$15
4.
Traditional Christmas Plum Pudding (200gms)
$15
5.
Nutty Fruit Cake (1kg)
$42
6.
Apricot Crumble Pie (1kg)
$42
7.
Yule Log (1kg)
Dark Chocolate with Berries Jelly
$52
Milk Chocolate with Chestnut
$52
White Chocolate with Peach and Lemon
$52
8.
Oven-roasted Turkey with Traditional Stuffing, Gravy and Cranberry Sauce (approx. 4kg, 10 to 20 people) packed in a basket
$158
9.
Smoked Premium Ham with Apple Sauce (approx. 3kg, 10 to 20 people) packed in a basket
$158
10.
Roasted Sirloin of Beef with Black Pepper Sauce (approx. 4kg, 10 to 20 people) packed in a basket
$178
11.
Caesar Salad (10 to 20 people)
$52
QTY
Please debit $____________________ to my account for the items and quantity indicated above. I understand that these will be debited to my account if I cancel my order after Tuesday 15 Dec 2015, or if I fail to collect my order. Date of collection:______________________________ Time of collection:____________________________ Name in print:__________________________________________ Membership no.:____________________ Contact no.:_____________________ Fax:_____________________ Email:___________________________ Date of order:______________________________ Signature:______________________________________ Items 8, 9 & 10 come in attractive picnic baskets and are available for collection from 11:30am onwards on the specified date of collection at The Oval Restaurant. All other items are wrapped in festive packaging. This form is available for take-away orders only and must reach the Club before 15 December. Confirmation of the receipt of orders will be made via email or fax. Images are for illustration purpose only.
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
food PROMOTION November / December
Chef Arfin’s Specialities
6 November Mutton Biryani $6.80 (regular), $10.80 (large) 13 November Soto Ayam $5.80 (regular), $9.80 (large)
4 December Plain Thosai served with Vegetable Dhal, Coconut and Onion Chilli Chutney $5.80 Masala Thosai served with Vegetable Dhal, Coconut and Onion Chilli Chutney $9.80
27 November Kambing Soup $6.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)
11 December Indian Mee Goreng $5.80 (regular), $9.80 (large) 18 December Kambing Soup $6.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)
Cake of the Month Mango Charm (Sugar Free) Mango Ginger Cream with Dark Chocolate $43.20 per kg
SCC Patisserie Decadent pastries and cakes for all your special occasions! Visit The Oval & Verandah or call 6338 9271 to place a cake order for your special occasion or birthday celebration!
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DINNER SPECIALS At The Oval & Verandah
November
Roasted Rosemary Spring Chicken with Potato Wedges, Mesclun Salad & Mushroom Cream Sauce $14.80
Tandoori Lamb Chop with Mint Chutney $15.80 Frog Leg with Dried Chilli ‘Szechuan Style’ $16.80
December
Steamed Cod Fish Fillet ‘Hong Kong Style’ $26.90
Chicken Vindaloo $12.80
Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Green Asparagus, Mashed Potato & Black Pepper Sauce $25.80 November / December 2015 THE PADANG
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BEVERAGE PROMOTION November / December
The Botanist Islay Dry Gin
Chivas Regal 18 YO
$118.00 per bottle $7.50 per glass
$138.00 per bottle $10.00 per glass
Paul Goerg Reserve Brut NV
Piper Hiedsieck Brut NV $95.00 per bottle
The Macallan 12 YO Sherry Oak $148.00 per bottle $11.70 per glass 18
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$95.00 per bottle
The Balvenie 12 YO Doublewood $138.00 per bottle $10.00 per glass
November / December 2015
The Glenlivet 18 YO
The Glenrothes Vintage Reserve Speyside Single Malt
$220.00 per bottle $138.00 per bottle $10.00 per glass
G.H Mumm Cordon Rouge NV $95.00 per bottle
The Balvenie 14 YO Caribbean Cask $198.00 per bottle $12.00 per glass
Moet & Chandon Imperial NV $95.00 per bottle
Glenmorangie The Original
$128.00 per bottle $9.80 per glass
FOOD & BEVERAGE
WINES OF THE MONTH November / December
Sanctuary Pinot Noir 2014 Marlborough, New Zealand
Sanctuary Sauvignon Blanc 2013 Marlborough, New Zealand
Vibrant medium ruby red. A fragrant and expressive lifted nose that displays red and black cherry with strawberry and floral notes. Elegant and juicy with just a touch of spice.
A refreshing, well-made wine in a ripe, herbal style. A fine, mineral-edged finish with a lengthy aftertaste. $46.00 per bottle | $10.00 per glass
$52.00 per bottle | $11.50 per glass
Finca La Moras Malbec 2014 San Juan Mendoza Argentina The desert climate produces a soft, medium to full bodied wine with a ripe red fruit flavour and an elegant touch of smoke and vanilla from its contact with wood. $56.00 per bottle | $12.00 per glass
Finca La Moras Sauvignon Blanc 2014, San Juan, Mendoza Argentina Las Moras Sauvignon Blanc shows citric and herbal notes in which grapefruit and melon play a key role. Very refreshing and persistent on the palate. $56.00 per bottle | $12.00 per glass
Monteguelfo Bianco Toscana Le Lepri IGT 2014 Tuscany Italy It is produced with Vermentino grapes along the coast of Tuscany. Overall a pleasant wine, which draws its characteristic by varietal. Fruity and floral, freshness is its main characteristic. $46.00 per bottle | $10.00 per glass
Poderi Ghiaccioforte Rosso di Maremma Toscana Organic 2011 Tuscany Italy Ruby colour with light garnets, nice bouquet with hints of red fruits and spices. Balanced in the palate, pleasant and elegant with a nice long finish. $56.00 per bottle | $12.00 per glass
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Daily Set Lunch At The Oval & Verandah All Western Set Lunches ($15.80) are served with Soup of the Day, Coffee/Tea and Dessert of the Day. All Local and Tandoori Set Lunches ($14.80) are served with Coffee/Tea and Dessert of the Day. Western Ala Carte Dishes are available at $12.80. Local and Tandoori Ala Carte Dishes are available at $11.80. Monday 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 November Chicken Biryani, or Oven-roasted Striploin served with Vegetables and Potato Wedges, or Bak Kut Teh served with Steamed Rice
Monday 7, 14, 21 & 28 December Chicken Biryani, or Braised Duck Leg with Orange Sauce served with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Bak Kut Teh served with Steamed Rice
Tuesday 3, 17 & 24 November SCC Laksa, or Pan-fried Seabass Fillet with Vegetables and Potatoes served with Lemon Dill Sauce, or Butter Chicken Masala served with Naan Bread
Tuesday 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 December SCC Laksa, or Pan-fried Seabass Fillet with Vegetables and Potatoes served with Lemon Dill Sauce, or Butter Chicken Masala served with Naan Bread
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Friday 6, 13, 20 & 27 November Fish Moolie served with Steamed Rice, or Grilled Chicken Chop served with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Dal Makhani and Vegetable Curry served with Naan Bread Saturday 7, 14, 21 & 28 November SCC Laksa, or SCC Chicken Rice
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Champagne Brunch
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Every 1st Sunday of the Month Padang Restaurant
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Despicable Freeze Pantomime 11.00am Padang Restaurant / Gilmour Room
Sunday Roast 12.00pm to 3.00pm Padang Restaurant
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Deepavali
celebration MENU
Hot & Cold Appetizers Bhel Puri with condiments Pani Puri with condiments South Indian Yogurt Vaddai Pyramid Samosa (Chicken, Mutton, Vegetarian) Chilli Pakoras Salad & Cold Chaats Aloo Chaat Spicy Potato Salad Kachumber Salad Sliced Onions / Sliced Tomatoes / Sliced Cucumbers Mixed Garden Salad with Yogurt Chaat dressing Condiments Mint Chutney, Chilli Chutney, Yogurt Raita, Mixed Pickled Vegetables
Join us and celebrate Deepavali with delectable Indian cuisine, dance performances and games by our emcee.
DATE Friday, 20 November 2015
VENUE / TIME Oval Restaurant 6.00pm onwards (Dinner Buffet) Main Lounge 8.00pm onwards (Performances)
BUFFET PRICE $29.80 (Member), $33.80 (Guest) $14.90 (Child) CLOSING DATE 13 NOVEMBER 2015
Soup South African Trio Lentils with Tomato Fine Shorba Hot Entrees Kolhapuri Chicken Punjab Bell Pepper Gosht Masala (Bell Pepper Mutton) Maharaja’s Palace Saag Paneer (Spinach with Cheese) Calcutta Tandoori Machi Tandoori Fish Gobi Manchurian Chana Masala Bhindi do Pyaza Bombay Biryani Live Station Naan (Garlic / Plain / Butter) Lamb Spit Dessert Mango Lassi, Kaju Barfi, Soan Papdi Gulab Jamun, Ras Malai, Tropical Fresh Fruits
40% of buffet price will be imposed for cancellation after closing date or no-show. Tables will be held for 15 minutes only. For buffet reservation, please call The Oval Restaurant at 6338 9271.
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Christmas Wine & Cheese Party Date:
It’s the season to celebrate! Join us as we kick start the festivities with the popular Wine and Cheese Party. Your favourite wines are back to continue the year end party at home.
13 November 2015
Time: 7.30pm Venue: Padang Restaurant Price: $50.00 per member $65.00 per guest Closing Date: 6 November 2015 # Club dress code applies. Age Limit: 18 years old and above
Get ready to shout BINGO every second Thursday of the month. Bringing you the all-time favourite game. Thursday night will never be the same.
Every Second Thursday of the Month Date: 12 November / 10 December Time: 8.00pm Venue: Victoria Room
Ticket sale is based on first-come-first-served basis. 40% ticket price is chargeable for cancellation after closing date and 100% for no-show. For more information and booking, please contact Audrey Wang at audrey.wang@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext:263 or Becky Xu at becky.xu@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext: 252 November / December 2015 THE PADANG
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Fridays 7.45pm onwards Main Lounge
Join like-minded fellow Members for an evening of fun! Pit your wits against other teams and win fantastic prizes.
Every First Tuesday of the Month Date:
3 November / 1 December
Time: 8.00pm Venue: Men’s Bar
September Winner
GOBS
For more information and booking, please contact Audrey Wang at audrey.wang@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext:263 or Becky Xu at becky.xu@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext: 252
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Come watch the show and enjoy a deliciously festive indoor-picnic with your favourite characters! Christmas is just days away! Yet Santa and his trusty elves are leaving for a holiday to Bangkok. Well, there is simply no time for questions now! With a precious box of Christmas magic to guard, Head Elf, Selfie, gets straight to work amidst all the excitement of the holiday buzz. A famous frosty princess meanwhile throws a not so merry spanner in the works in her quest for the Christmas magic. Can Selfie save Christmas? Find out at Despicable Freeze.
DATE: VENUE: TIME: PRICE:
Saturday, 19 December 2015 Padang Restaurant and Gilmour Room 11.00am - 2.00pm $42.00 (incl. show ticket, light lunch and present) Free entry for 2 adults permitted per child (Entry not inclusive of food and present) $10 chargeable per additional adult
AGE LIMIT: 2 to 12 years old Closing date: 4 December 2015
Tickets sale is based on first-come-first-served basis. 40% ticket price is chargeable for cancellation after closing date and 100% for no-show. For more information and booking, please contact Audrey Wang at audrey.wang@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext:263 or Becky Xu at becky.xu@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext: 252 26
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SCC Christmas Eve Lucky Draw 2015 Prizes
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DeLonghi Lattissima+ Nespresso Coffee Machine ($588.00) DeLonghi Lattissima+ Nespresso Coffee Machine ($588.00) eurospace wine cooler ($499.00) philips kitchen machine ($469.00) Samsung blu-ray karaoke hts 15 ($450.00) capitaland vouchers ($400.00) beverage hamper ($400.00) beverage hamper ($400.00) samsung mw5100h smart oven ($319.00) sony bdp-s7200 blu-ray disc player ($309.00) Beverage Hamper ($300.00) SCC Countdown Ball tickets for 2 pax ($270.00)
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OSIM UNEK NECK MASSAGER ($259.00) SCC Padang Restaurant Dining Voucher ($200.00) SCC Padang Restaurant Dining Voucher ($200.00) KINDLE ELECTRONIC BOOK ($199.00) PARIS MIKI GIFT VOUCHER ($150.00) OSIM UMOMENTS ($135.00) OSIM UMOMENTS ($135.00) scc oval restaurant dining voucher ($100.00) Beverage Hamper ($90.00) Beverage Hamper ($85.00) Beverage Hamper ($85.00) Beverage Hamper ($85.00) SCC Sunday Roast – Full Roast Buffet for 2 pax ($83.60)
UPCOMING EVENTS
$3.00 PER TICKET Available at all outlets from 16 November 2015
Programme Highlights 2:00pm: Lucky Draw 2:30pm: Performance by Vernon Cornelius & Band
For more information and booking, please contact Audrey Wang at audrey.wang@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext:263 or Becky Xu at becky.xu@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 Ext: 252
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LOOK WHO’S COOKING 5 September 2015
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embers had the pleasure of getting up-close and personal with SCC’s very own Chef De Cuisine, Mark Tay, as he performed culinary alchemy at the Gilmour Room. Chef Mark began the gastronomic adventure with Bluefin Tuna Tataki topped with Honey Miso Mayo; he then skillfully moved on to Hon Dashi infused Capellini and rounded off the artful demonstration with a sweet touch of Grand Marnier Flambe. As a special bonus treat, Chef Mark introduced a new dish for tasting – Prawn Ceviche – served at our Padang Restaurant. Members and guests enjoyed the cooking session.
SAUBER F1 TEAM VISITS SCC 16 September 2015
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CC had the distinguished pleasure of welcoming from the Sauber F1 Team, Team Principal, Monisha Kaltenborn along with Team Manager, Beat Zehnder and Team Driver, Marcus Ericsson.
SCC Members were thrilled to score an exclusive opportunity to revel in the stellar company of these distinguished Sauber Team representatives in the lead up to the highly anticipated 2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix street race in Singapore. Held on 16 September at the Padang Restaurant, the evening kicked into high gear with a video presentation of a behind-thescenes peek into the Sauber Technology Centre in Switzerland. This was swiftly followed by an interactive and convivial session with Kaltenborn, Zehnder and Ericsson who graciously shared intriguing insights into the world of motorsport. The event capped off with an autograph session with the wildly popular Ericsson who gamely posed for photographs with Members. 30
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his year we had Die Dorf Fest Kapelle Oompah Band in the house! All Members and guests enjoyed a night of contemporary Oompah Music and all round fun! Dancing to the beat of favourites such as ‘Sweet Caroline’ and ‘Country Roads’ all performed with an authentic Bavarian style, everyone on the dancefloor wanted encore till late! ‘Ein Prosit’ was not to be missed with a beer in hand.
SUPERHERO INTER-SECTION QUIZ NIGHT 16 October 2015
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embers of the various Sports Sections turned up at the Superhero edition of the popular Intersection Quiz Night. Armed with wits and powered by knowledge, the teams unleashed their superhero powers that night for glory and, of course, the prizes.
These are the heroic winners of the Intersection Quiz Night: 1st Prize goes to Squashtastic (Squash Section) 2nd Prize goes to Sticky Wicket (Cricket Section) 3rd Prize goes to Dice Men (Balut Section)
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CC held its signature event – the Night Race Fiesta at the Clubhouse from 18 – 20 September. In commemoration of Singapore’s Golden Jubilee, the Club was decked in red and white as well as other iconic race themed decoration. There were activities aplenty for everyone from the life-size race car simulator parked at the Main Lounge to the fun-filled children’s activity room with its bouncy castle, Wii video games and movies. Members were also entertained by the charming and effervescent table-top girls parading around the Club. Strategically placed big screens around the Club also ensured Members never missed a single thrilling moment of the main event – the 2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix street race – the first of its kind in Asia.
At the invitation of Chairman, Games Control Board, Mr Richard Stapley Oh, 12 boys from the Boys’ Town were given the opportunity to partake in the race festivities as part of SCC’s continuous efforts at community engagement. Each boy received a goodie bag with SCC merchandise. Dining at the various food and beverage stations at the Club, they enjoyed the buzz of the preliminary races. The boys had a wonderful time with us and would most certainly be reminiscing of their time at the Club. With endless entertainment, delicious food and beverages all around, it was certainly an exciting weekend to remember. The SCC sincerely thanks its Members for their valued patronage at this years’ Night Race Fiesta and looks forward to your continued support at our other upcoming events. 32
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CC had the honour of hosting the 38th Annual Pot Games this year with many Sports Sections participating in the series of events with great enthusiasm. Evenly matched against The Tanglin Club, Team SCC battled valiantly against close calls and emerged overall winner of the Games - once again retaining the Cup. Congratulations Team SCC!
Results of the 38th Annual Pot Games Section
Winner
Bowls
Draw; SCC retains the cup
The President’s Golf Challenge Trophy
Golf
Draw; SCC retains the cup
Tennis
SCC
Cricket
Draw; SCC retains the cup
Ex-Convenor, Victor Yeong
Lawn Bowls Trophy
Jag ‘pots’ it!
Balut
Balut Trophy
Darts Snooker
Tony Church Snooker Trophy
Lawn Bowls Team
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BALI MEMORIAL AT SCC
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he Bali Memorial Service held at the break of dawn at the Padang on 12 October marked the 13th anniversary of the tragic bombing of the ill-fated Paddy’s Bar in Kuta, Bali. SCC lost eight rugby players to the calamity – Chris Kays, Tim Arnold, Neil Bowler, Chris Bradford, Dave Kent, Peter Record, Chris Redman and Charlie Van Renen. The Members were on a rugby tour at the time of the attacks. Today, SCC pays tribute and remembers the lives lost. The Bali Memorial Service was attended by Members of the Rugby Section, Members from other Sports Sections and Members of the General Committee. The Rugby Section thanks staff involved in the organisation of the poignant Bali Memorial Service.
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BALUT
Scribe: Margaret Cunico Convenor: John Lewis Taylor
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AY THE ‘FOURS’ BE WITH YOU! It is the lowest number on the Balut score sheet. Yet the red ‘4’ remains a formidable dice on any throw.
You need it for any Straight. It’s a good Pair on which to build a House. The more 4s you get the more points goes into the first slot on the sheet. And best yet is all Fours gets you a Balut, at 30 points, the highest you can score in a game.
The Andersens and Stokkmos prepare for the Battle Balut in Kuching
And so it is when your Baluteer friends call out a collective ‘May the Fours be with You’ command to will the dice to roll your way. A number of other catch phrases are often heard during games, much to the amusement of new players. There’s ‘dinky doo’ for needing a 2; “‘house’ your brother/sister” when a House is desired…and the list goes on, some of which are not for publication! In any one game each player makes 21 throws of the dice, and inevitably an audible prayer comes with every throw. There’s no denying there is a level of strategic thinking in Balut, but bottom line is: LUCK is the name of the game. The heat WAS on for the Inter-Club League After five closely contested rounds, and one final round to go, there were a mere 88 points separating SCC Team 2 from pole position occupied by Indian Association’s Team 2. At the individual level, convenor John Taylor had sprinted ahead of the pack, followed closely by our own Kiran Kaur. After the final round hosted by SCC at the Padang restaurant on 21 October, SCC Team 3 emerged the winners of Round 6 as well as bagged runners up in the overall league championship. Unfortunately they were narrowly inched out by Indian Association who were overall champions.
Team SCC ready to rock and roll the dice
The Kuching Game Three teams participated in the 2nd Invitational Sarawak Tour over the weekend of 12-14 September. Unfortunately there were no wins to report for SCC on this occasion – the winners being the Sandakan Yacht Club – nonetheless it was a most enjoyable tour, thanks to the hosts, the Sarawak Club. Sandakan bound It’s that time again for the annual Interport Games, the 35th in the series, this one hosted by the Sandakan Yacht Club. A total of 4 teams have signed up for the Games; the tour is from 27 to 29 November. Will we bring back the trophy? Year-end celebrations Save the date for Friday 11 December for our yearend Christmas party at the Padang restaurant. Great food, entertainment and camaraderie are on the agenda. Join us in a fitting finale to a fun-filled year of Balut.
Kiran and John took the top two spots respectively for best overall individuals.” Well done Team SCC! Victorious Vashi The Force was with Vashi Sajnani at our Section Night on 22 September. Not only did the affable baluteer score the highest in round #5 with a healthy score of 150, he made it to the overall top with 676 points, taking home the coveted Chivas12 for his effort. Coming in second and playing single-handedly, literally, as she was still recovering from a fall and hence had one hand in a sling, was Sunita Kapoor with 642 points. Imagine what Sunita could have scored if she used both her hands!!
Winners of the Section Night
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BILLIARDS & SNOOKER Scribe: Matthew Lim | Convenor: Desmond Decker
Team from RBSC and SCC
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risbane Tattersall’s Club sent a contingent of players who brought along loads of joy and laughter for a friendly snooker match on 14 September 2015. We managed to secure a good win for the evening’s match, and I’m sure our guests enjoyed the roast beef and pasta arranged by our Captain, Mr Tan Bak Choon.
For the upcoming events, we will have the Tanglin Pot games on 3 October and will commence with our in-house tournaments after that. The snooker boys will have to arrange a trip down to Penang too for our interport with Penang Club. Details will be announced once we firm up the dates.
We hosted our interport game with Royal Bangkok Sports Club (RBSC) on 25 September 2015. As much as we tried to reciprocate, in terms of Singaporeans and hospitable SCC Club Members, we could have done better. From our unforgettable and memorable experiences, there is no denying that they far exceeded in the hospitality scale.
I would like to take this opportunity to proudly announce that our Section Member Peter Gilchrist, won the 2015 World Billiards Championship (Point Format). He convincingly defeated the defending champion, Pankaj Advani of India 6-4 in the final of 2015 World Billiards (150-Up) Championship held in Adelaide on 23 September 2015. Together with all my Section Members, I would like to congratulate Peter Gilchrist. Not only was this an excellent 50th birthday present for Singapore, he made the Billiards & Snooker Section and Singapore Cricket Club proud.
Our 5-car transport picked them from the airport when they arrived and we brought them straight to their favourite chicken rice joint for lunch. On the match day proper, we had a good team of players who participated in the interport game. Even though we gave it our best shot, it was indeed not easy to beat these Thai boys. Great food and whiskey was served the whole evening, and we had a good turnout of supporters who joined us that evening too. We even had the honour of the Club President, Capt Baldev Singh, and the Deputy President, Mr Brian Teo, who graced this event; with the President presenting the trophy to the tournament champion RBSC.
Doubles players Mike Cassidy & John Mcdonald from Tattersall’s Club and Ong Chin Leong & Rangachari Raghavan from SCC
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We have an exciting Christmas Lunch planned on 18 December. We anticipate a great turnout and do be part of this annual event. We look forward to the upcoming events & tours, do stay tune for more of our updates. We have also planned a Section outreach program and be prepared to hear from one of our committee members. We invite all our Section Members to join in our events and tours.
Our Club President presenting the plaque to RBSC Convenor, Vee Korn
Captain Tan Bak Choon exchanging plaques with Michael Needham from Tattersall’s Club
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BRIDGE Scribe: Chitra Varaprasad | Convenor: Olivia Law
Bridge:Moving Forward
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he Annual General Meeting of the SCC Bridge Section was held on Thursday 20 August 2015 at the Gilmour Room. The committee members for year 2015 remains unchanged. The highest scoring pair of the evening Mike Sharples and King Fook Chan won a bottle of wine each. The Section, for the rest of the year and the next, will focus on organising games, providing training and holding special events. Plans are ongoing for a Whist Night (another card game) to be held in November. It will be an evening of fun and camaraderie with Members of other Sections. The game will commence at 7pm with food and drinks provided. Members will be provided with a written format for the event, as well as a guide on how to play Whist will be given to the teams taking part prior to the event. It will be conducted in a round robin format. More information on this will be sent to all the SCC Sections. The committee is also keen to invite other clubs to play bridge at the SCC in interclub events. These games will most probably be held between January and March 2016. It was also agreed that starting in 2016, there would be a monthly bridge social event with snacks and soft drinks provided. A prize will be awarded to the highest scoring pair of the evening. Plans for training have not been ignored either. Carl has been requested to provide training for the team players at 7pm on 28 September prior to the Pot Games on 3 October. The objective is to revise and standardise the nuances of the game across all players. Snacks and soft drinks will be provided by the Section. A training session for beginners is also being planned and will
be held in November. Publicity for this is being planned. A notice will also be placed on the Bridge Section notice board. Our annual tradition of special events such as the Deepavali celebration on 9 November 2015 and the Christmas celebration on 10 December 2015 are in the pipeline too. It is confirmed that finger food and soft drinks would be provided at the Deepavali special event. A traditional spread for the Christmas event will follow. Moving forward, the committee will implement all the above plans for the year and many others too.
bridge sectioN COMMITTEE 2015/16
Elected at the AGM on 20 August 2015 Convenor Secretary Treasurer Captain Committee Member
Olivia Law Trevor Chapman Richard Holloway* Soma Devi Firoz Khimji Chitra Varaprasad (*Not in photo)
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Scribe: Edmund Lin | Convenor: Tony Richardson
SCC Dominates at Kallang
The winning SCC team with their haul of trophies
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he SCC lawn bowls team has seen dominant SCC players play on grass since SCC has the only grass green in Singapore. However, it is a well-known fact that SCC bowlers can be competitive on other artificial surfaces too. In a recent competition hosted by Lawn Bowls Association for the Disabled, Singapore (LBAD) at Kallang, the SCC team showed the local bowling scene that SCC is pretty much still one of the top bowling teams in Singapore.
were unlucky not to make the finals as they missed out on shot difference narrowly.
A total of six teams participated in the competition consisting of singles, pairs and triples over three weekends where every team will play each other in a round robin format, with the top two making it to the finals, winner takes all. The SCC team consists of Mary Lim, Loh Hui Shan, Chng Ming Li, Shermeen Lim, Edmund Lin and Melvin Tan rotating over the three weekends in all formats of competition. Of the six teams, two were from LBAD, one from Singapore Power, one from ELBC team and one from the President’s team. Competitions were tough as three of SCC’s competitors consist of active National team players who ply their skills playing bowls at the Kallang green.
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In the Pairs competition, the husband and wife team of Loh Hui Shan and Edmund Lin went unbeaten by winning four matches and drawing one to emphatically ease into the finals. The other finalist was the President’s team who won four and lost one during the round robin stage.
SCC was not to be denied in the finals. Melvin Tan put on a spectacular show to see off Leng Li Li 21-5 in the singles tournament, finishing her off within an hour. The team of Mary Lim and Chng Ming Li showed incredible teamwork and put on a steady performance to win the pair’s finals 17-13. SCC team defied all odds by winning two of the three finals and in the process taking home the LBAD challenge trophy. Well done to the SCC team!
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LAWN BOWLS TOUR KOCHI, INDIA 27 August-2 September By Dr K U Menon
SCC’s Young Warriors ? KBA Champions presented with the trophy by George Abraham
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015 has not been a year upon which we can look back with undiluted pleasure. It has, as a certain eminent old lady put it, turned out to be an “Annus Horribilis”.
In May, our bowlers watched with horror as our beautiful Bowls Green which had graced the front of the Club for over 140 years and endured bombing by Japanese fighter jets in WWII was torn up into shreds to accommodate massive stone blocks and steel rigging for the National Day parade. And soon after, the dreary haze descended, adding to our misery. George presenting the SCC plaque to KBA
In the midst of despair, GC member and former convenor, Mr George Abraham took the initiative to organise a bowls tour to Kochi, India in August, with support from CGCB Mr Richard Stapley-Oh. A total of 13 SCC bowlers and three supporters eagerly joined the tour. The Kerala Bowling Association (KBA) was our host and their Green is tucked in front of the CIAL Golf Club in lush green countryside, in the state locals proudly call “God’s Own Country”. Two millennia ago, the monsoon winds that brought rain to Kerala also filled the sails of ships with Greeks, Arabs, Jews, Romans, merchants and mariners from across the world. In A.D. 47, long before Vasco Da Gama arrived in 1498, Pliny, the Roman philosopher, described a port near Kochi as “primum emporium indiae” – India’s first emporium. The KBA Green however had not been managed for many months and was in very bad shape. Our bowlers were “challenged” to hurl their bowls with considerable force and wobbling bowls over treacherous hard sand, bumps and slopes was the order of the day. But the younger Kerala bowlers were clearly driven to win and rose to the occasion to wrest the trophy on the final day, 1-3 rinks.
Our Man from Havana and team on houseboat (Allepey)
SCC Team with mythical King Mahabali on “Onam” Day
This was the KBA’s first experience of hosting a foreign team and notwithstanding the enormity of the difficulties they faced; they were most hospitable, hosting the final day reception at a resort hotel nearby where we exchanged plaques and souvenirs. Our bowlers stayed behind for two more days to enjoy the sights and sounds of Kerala, a lazy whole day cruise on a houseboat from Allepey, drifting down hyacinth-covered backwaters that snaked through padi fields, stopping only for a dash of Toddy and a fresh coconut drink followed next day with a visit to Fort Cochin, its churches and Jewtown, sipping Kingfisher, eating “fish fry” and checking out the fishing nets that Admiral Cheng Ho and his Chinese Fleet introduced in the 15th century. All in all, it was a memorable tour.
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Scribe: Raymond Ambrose | Convenor: Mohietheen Fathima
Keen competitive spirit from the 11 teams who participated in the tournament
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ith all the skill and flair of international darts champions, the President of SCC Captain Baldev Singh and GC Members Ms Joyce Foster, Mr Parasuram Krishnan and Mr George Abraham flighted their darts accurately to burst the bright blue balloons to commence the Annual Darts Bullseye Tournament at SCC. This intersection event is an annual event and is very well supported by the various Sports Sections as evidenced by their staunch support and great enthusiasm for Darts. Eleven teams participated with a keen competitive spirit. They were Cricket, Tennis and Balut which bravely participated with two teams. Soccer, Squash, Lawn Bowls, Billiards & Snooker, Netball, Bridge and of course our very athletic minded GC Team of Ms Foster, Mr George Abraham and Mr Parasuram. In the warm ambience of the Oval Restaurant and with all four Dart Boards being played, the teams rubbed shoulders and competed in a very convivial manner. The Darts Section Members were there to assist and support all the participants and encourage them in the tournament. A great time was had by all especially with the generous flow of beverages both alcoholic and non-alcoholic. The good food was
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very generously provided for by the Darts Section and prepared by our ever hardworking F&B Team. Needless to say that imbibing was encouraged to ensure the flight of the dart towards the bull’s eye was smooth and effortless. As with all tournaments there were some upsets and two seeded darts players were knocked out by a participant, Ms. Sally from Tennis and our very own GC Member Ms Foster sent the second seeded player packing. The champions were Soccer Section with Squash Section being the Runners-Up and Balut who strategically fielded two teams placed third. The Members of the Darts Section say “muchisimas gracias” to SCC President and GC Members who graced the event and all the other Sports Sections for participating so enthusiastically and making this annual tournament another huge success. Again, Soccer Section walked out of the Oval victorious. Winners 1st Soccer 2nd Squash 3rd Balut
The top three winning teams
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Scribe & Convenor: Richard Loo
SCC Annual Golf Tournament at the Sentosa Golf Club
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e had a very successful and enjoyable SCC Annual Golf Tournament on 9 September at the Sentosa Golf Club - Serapong course followed by a sumptuous dinner at the Padang restaurant. The event was well attended by about 120 Section and Non-Section Members, guests, sponsors and the Golf section was most honoured to have the presence of our Club President, Deputy President, Chairman of GCB, and other GC members. We thank Captain Peter Salt for being a great emcee and as usual the live wire of the evening. Once again the whole event would not have been so well managed and successful without the efforts of our SCC Sporting staff headed by Thipa, Ken and the sports team - thank you. The committee wish to thank all our sponsors: - Borneo Motor for the Lexus Hole-in-One prize; Silk Express for the air tickets, and hotel accommodations for two to Tokyo as a Hole-in-One prize. Regretfully our Hole-in-One specialist Allan Muir didn’t take advantage of it. Many thanks to our lucky draw sponsors: - Bank of Singapore for their generous door gift prizes; Ram Pacific for the Remowa cabin bag; Soluxe hotel for giving away 4 air tickets with two nights stay at Soluxe Hotel Kota Kinabalu; Victor Olsen for air tickets to Bangkok; Gayatri Restaurant for donating golf balls and dinner vouchers; Coca restaurant Singapore and Brazil Churrascaria for the Dining vouchers and Khong Guan Biscuits. SCC hosted Tanglin Club on 29 September for the Golf Pot Games at the Warren Golf Club. A selection of golfers was made
by Captain Peter Salt. Captain selected 20 competitive golfers and we had two social flights. Regretfully, the game was hazed out so both Captains declared a draw. Happy hour started early with a bottle of Balvenie Triple cask 12 years contributed by our dear Captain Peter Salt. The Golf Section committee:- Peter Salt - Captain; Phillip Gwee -Secretary; Vincent Ho - Treasurer; Hugh Darwell; Francis Ong; Chionh Chye Hion; and Bernard Chia - Committee and Richard Loo - Convenor, wish to express our sincere appreciation to all our Golf Section Members; SCC management and staff for the time, effort and support given to us during our term of office. We truly enjoyed serving the Section. RESULTS OF THE SCC ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT overall champion Allan Muir MEN’S A DIVISION Champion - Anthony Hillier 1st Runner Up - Rob Hands MEN’S b DIVISION Champion - Eric Teoh 1st Runner Up - Peter Tay ladies’ DIVISION Champion - Jenny Shah Chin Wah 1st Runner Up - Cynthia Chow Yuet Fong NEAREST TO PIN Allan Muir Andre De Lange Jullien Redy longest drive Anthony Hillier November / December 2015
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HOCKEY Scribe: Kanan Packrisamy Convenor: K. Rajaram
SCC Hockey features prominently in medal hunt on all fronts
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eing a premier sports Club in the heart of Singapore comes with tremendous pressure. A pressure to that bears testament to what our country’s founding father, the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew thought about this Club we all know and love. The statesman extraordinaire said back in 1977 during the Club’s 125th year celebrations, “there is an indefinable quality about this club which no other club can match. It bridges the transformation from what was, to what is and represents our capacity to meet what will be”. Given this huge “burden” placed on us, our Members have worked tirelessly on the sporting front to deliver success much like how Singapore as a country has been known to do likewise. Almost aptly in this 50th year of Singapore’s independence SCC on the hockey scene has been a competitive force in every league it has participated in.
SCC entered six teams to play in six out of the seven National Leagues. Featuring in all but the National Hockey League (NHL) 3, NHL 2 and National Women’s League (NWL) 2 ended in August where our 2nd XI Men finished second mere 3-points adrift of champions Jansenites. Our 2nd XI ladies started the season in buoyant fashion but after the lengthy SEA Games break their quest for the title fizzled off but they nonetheless finished the season a valiant 4th just 2-points adrift of a most deserved bronze medal. There must be something in the SCC air this season post the Padang conquering SG50 National Day Parade as all the remaining four teams have been in fabulous form. Starting
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from NHL 5, where our 4th XI Men have grown from strength to strength and now sit on the cusp of reaching the all-important finals if they win their remaining two matches against Jansenites and Barkerities. If they win these games they will reach the finals and play against ORA-RI, the only side to have been beaten by them to date. At the least these exceptional group of players have secured a bronze medal play-off spot. A much deserved medal for their efforts week in week out to date. The NHL 4 gentlemen have never failed to amaze us. With an average age of 39 years across a team of 27 players these guys were placed in a very tough NHL 4 featuring some exciting and young talent. Including two teams that were relegated from NHL 3 by a couple of points only. Nonetheless they have not only held their own but have held firm to their hockey philosophy and delivered week after week to not sit in second spot with a game to play. A game which if they win, they will most likely make the finals against Eagles who are littered with highly talented players. The team spirit, with the emphasis on spirit is second to none and I look forward to seeing them make this final or at the least bring home a medal of any colour, gold of course preferred. The 1st XI ladies were hampered with missing key players due to work and injuries and are currently second but with other results going their way, it looks likely that the league title would be a straight fight between them and our “friendly” neighbours SRC. SRC have to play Jansenites, the other ladies hockey force in Singapore twice and if they drop points, our ladies have a massive chance to prise the title away from them - we are looking at Silver, an improvement from last season’s bronze. Finally, the star of our season thus far - our 1st XI men. Under the guidance of our 1st XI coach, Ken Forbes and some key recruitment, the team has started the season without a blemish winning all five of their games. At half way mark of the NHL 1 season we are 3-points ahead of SRC and six ahead of defending champions Jansenites. If we win the next four matches the title is ours which I am told would be the first in the history of the Club. Our men have their feet firmly rooted on the ground and are taking one game at a time but whatever the outcome come mid-November, this has been one of the best seasons in terms of results for SCC hockey. Watch this space for more on our SCC Hockey foray in the National League.
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Scribe: Storm Dalati | Convenor: Sadaf Salim
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ongratulations to the Eagles for finishing the season third on the podium for the Energizer League run by Netball Singapore. Of the seven games in a season five were wins for the Eagles. A fantastic result indeed.
Thank you ladies for putting up a good “fight”, team spirit and securing some awesome wins. We could not ask for more than this from the dream team who gave their time and effort by showing up for all the games: Susan Gunnery, Erin Lavelle, Fiona Chesney, Jessica Bilton, Sophie Kidson, Kyesha Abdullah, Alcina Tan, Kerry Jane Brown, Penny Hands, Davina Shields, Camilla, Genevieve Chase, Rachael Bell and Co-Captains Lee Anne Keats and M. Fathima.
farewell to her as she sets off to pastures new. We also bid a fond farewell to Andrea Tolley and Man Yun Tan, two core members of our team who are making London their new home – good luck! With these departures and a couple welcoming babies into the world, we now look to re-build our team and attract new members; so if you are keen come and join us! As a final highlight we also fielded a combined Eagles and Hawkes team in the Pesta Sukan carnival, the day was a great example of the Section coming together. While we didn’t make it out of the pool rounds the team had a great day and a lot of fun.
A special mention goes to our coach Hui Mui. Thank you so much for your belief in our team. All of us agree that our standard of play has stepped up because of training which includes our ability to execute a winning strategy and our fitness with most players being able to stay consistent for all four quarters. The Hawks have also had a positive season finishing fourth in the league in a tough division. We had some fantastic play at the beginning of the season and showed that we had built a really strong team; this resulted in many consecutive wins and a few very narrow losses. Unfortunately the end of the season was marred by absences, which is a shame as we felt we could have really challenged the teams in different circumstances. The ‘Woman of the Season’ goes to Anna Bridgman (our old club captain), who in defence was solid and responsible for many turnarounds; she definitely went out on a high as we say
Team Eagles
Hawks and Eagles combine for Pesta Sukan carnival
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Scribe: Sam Sharpe Convenor: Marc Lansonneur
Soc Gen SCC Prems and HKFC
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essons from Hong Kong as we move into the season proper Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC) toured Singapore on 5 September, playing the Societe Generale SCC Prems at Dempsey. A determined Prems put up a determined fight but HKFC largely dominated the encounter. The Societe Generale SCC Growlers met Bucks Vets earlier in the day but a youngish and quite handy Bucks Vets was too much for the World Champions. Disappointment on the field was overcome with a fantastic post-match at Stumps with the terrace and bar packed out for an epic evening. 12 September saw the Growlers, Prems and Societe Generale SCC Academy head up to Hong Kong to play Societe Generale Valley. Growlers this time did the Club proud with a sterling performance in the afternoon heat, and would have won had any match official seen the ball go through the posts. The Prems unfortunately were under the cosh again, fronting up against a professional and very well drilled Valley outfit. As always, post-match festivities made the tour, culminating in some fantastic ballads by Dale “wedding singer� Taylor, and Mee Man on Karaoke Dominance, and that LKF Street Party no one can remember going to.
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Hong Kong this year proved a bit of a lesson for us. Whilst Valley 1st XV is comprised of a number of professional paid players against our non-professional team line up, with HKFC there was no such excuses. With 9 rugby teams, significant financial support from their club and a large number of Sports Members (including a deeply discounted Elite Sports Membership category to attract the best) HKFC really showed us what the SCC needs to be aiming for in the future if we are to remain competitive in Asian rugby. Back in Singapore, the Societe Generale SCC Colts returned to their winning ways with a convincing 52-5 demolition of Blacks RFC on 12 September at Dempsey. A huge effort by our newest team and a well-deserved win. So as October begins to unfold, the season and a brand new league structure is finally upon us. Thanks to the determined efforts of Section Manager Mike Cosnett (who pretty much thought up the new league structure) we are looking at lots of rugby from October to April next year. Everyone in the Section owes Mike a beer for that one. The much awaited Societe Generale SCC 7s will commence on 30 October among many others. Stay tuned!
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Scribe & Convenor: Scott Starr
Winning Team at the SCC Annual Intersection Darts Tournament
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he Soccer Section once again motored to victory in the annual SCC Intersection Dart’s tournament. In fact, one might say that we took teams from the other Sections for a ride as we cruised to a comfortable win. We put ourselves in the driver’s seat with easy wins over the General Committee and Balut in the group stage. We moved into a higher gear in the knockout stages easily taxiing past challenges presented by teams from the Tennis, Billiards and Snooker and Squash Sections.
Some Members of the audience shouted “boring” during the trophy presentation.(This is the third time in a row the Soccer Section has triumphed in this event.) We sincerely hope we didn’t put a dent in anyone’s pride or cause anyone to get a bee in their bonnet; we expect the other teams to fare better in next year’s event. Congratulations to the team comprising of Jeroen Goldman; Kelvin Teo and Anthony Houlahan for a cracking performance. Certainly no passengers among those three.
All participating teams getting ready for the game
Anthony in action
Receiving the trophy from GC Member Ms Joyce Foster
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Scribe: Nick Cochrane & Eleanor Tan | Convenor: Andrea Nicholas
Players in the Hollandse Club friendly
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ocial Squash @ SCC The main competitions of the Singapore squash season were completed by the end of June and after a couple of months break, we enter a period of more social squash which is dominated by Cosmo, but we also hold annual events between Hollandse, The American Club and the British Club. This year we had three social matches with varying results. Orange Bowl vs Hollandse Club It was SCC’s turn to host. We established an early lead which was cut back to a one match lead as we ended the first half of the scheduled matches. However our middle order came through strongly. We won the next seven matches and finished up 14-7 winners. This was a small recompense for our 13-7 defeat the previous year at Hollandse Club. In the evening at the presentation ceremony, it was announced that the annual event would be renamed the Gautam Mukerjee Cup after the driving force of Hollandse squash who has since passed away. Ashes vs British Club We were away to the British Club for this event which is now in its 13th year. Having won 9-2 the previous year it was important that we got the balance of players right this year. This did not appear to be the case when SCC won the first six matches, but order was restored with British Club clawing back to be one match down with three to play. SCC managed to win two of the next three matches providing SCC with a 9-7 win. Americas Cup vs The American Club Having lost the first match against the American Club the previous year, we were determined to regain our pride and win this year. The format was similar to the first two social matches above except they introduced a wrinkle, giving players the incentive of half a point for each game won. Matches were 6-6 with two matches to go which unfortunately we lost resulting in an 8-6 defeat in matches and a bigger margin in points. Celebrations for End of League Season 2015 The Squash Section celebrated the end of the National Squash League with a dinner on Saturday, 29 August at the Padang Restaurant. It was a fun-filled night with an overwhelming turnout of 80 attendees. Brian Van Gingkel, our Secretary was 50
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the MC for the evening which kicked off with a couple of table games. The photo booth was also a hit that evening judging from the long queues for photos. Andrea Nicholas, our Convenor, gave an inspirational speech about the history and significance of sports to SCC. This was followed by the presentation of trophies and medals to the League winners by Manminder Singh, the Men’s Captain. The Men’s A SCC1 and B teams won their grade, C Grade SCC2 were 3rd and E grade were 4th. Ben Sim won the Player of the League Award for his outstanding performance this year. He started off in B grade and ended the season promoted to A2 grade after playing up successfully in A grade. Joannah Yue, Singapore’s top ladies’ player presented the award to Ben. The entertainment continued with the team Captains presenting a fun gift for a player in their team. It was usually accompanied by a funny story about why the person received the gift. For example, chopsticks were presented to Woffles Wu for realigning someone’s nose when his opponent’s racket decided to make unexpected contact and makeup remover for Serena Choo, who would make time for her games right after work. The Koh family at End of League Dinner
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Scribe: Nilma Missir-Boissac Convenor: Fiona Pilling
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moke gets in your eyes (and your lungs!) The final interclub doubles event for the year started in September and unfortunately due to the haze situation, the tournament has been extended to the end of October. Understandably it has been difficult for players to schedule practice ahead of the competition and matches as PSI level has been mostly high. The B and the C Men’s team have the most number of Some of our players modelling the new team outfit on a rare low-haze day clubs to play in the preliminary round – about six or seven matches while the Men’s and Ladies’ A team have been set to play against five clubs all fielding very strong teams. The results will be shared in the next issue. 2015 Pot Games This year, it was SCC’s turn to host the Pot Games. This is a yearly event that we eagerly look forward to. As our courts were under repair post National Day, the matches were played at our temporary home courts at the Fairmont Hotel.
It was a hot day and the eight matches featuring Men’s, Ladies’ and mixed doubles were hotly contested. Eventually, SCC won the tie 5-3. Thank you to all who played and supported. Yes, there were some who braved the hot sun to cheer the team on! WTA Future Stars Competition Junior Sports Members twins Natasha and Nadine Loh took part in the WTA Future Stars Competition in the U-14 category. This competition also served as trials for the Junior SEA Games. Played in a round robin format among six girls, Nadine came in 3rd, while Natasha came in 4th. Well done future stars of SCC! Overseas competition Natasha (L) and Nadine Loh (R) Over the summer holidays, another Junior Sports Member Sofia Antipatis kept herself busy with training and playing lots of competitions in sunny Barcelona and not-always-so-sunny Scotland. Her three-week training in Barcelona followed after a week of hiking up the French Alps with UWC. In Barcelona, she played and won the U-16 competition. She then played multiple tournaments in Scotland and was runner up in the U-16 and U-18 tournaments in Aberdeen. Coming from Singapore, Sofia needed to get used to playing with multiple layers of clothes as the temperature dropped to as low as nine degrees in the height of summer! Well, the summer wasn’t just about tennis, tennis and tennis. In between matches from Aberdeen to Moffat in the south, Sofia, along with her 20 team mates had to hone their cooking and cleaning skills! Sofia (right) about to hit the courts in Scotland Congratulations Sofia!
2015 Pot Games - SCC Team
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Elected at the AGM on 24 August 2015 Convenor Secretary Treasurer Men’s Captain Ladies’ Captain Committee Member
Fiona Pilling Sophie Mougel Amit Gupta Soenke Langhoff Nilma Missir-Boissac Campbell Hinton
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