Editor’s Note

My family’s first foray into ANZA Sports came a few weeks after our arrival on the island in 2016. My husband joined the ANZA Cycling induction ride to check it out. A few kms into the ride, his tyre blew. Never fear, one of the friendly cycling crew stayed behind to help patch it up. This is typical of the ANZA Cycling contingent, who go out of their way to offer a warm welcome to newcomers. My second encounter was signing my then eight-year-old daughter Sophie up for ANZA Nippers with her BFF from New York. Both girls loved the water and at the end of the season they won shiny trophies for ‘Most Improved’ and ‘Nippers Spirit’. As a parent, I couldn’t have been more proud of both their individual efforts and the collective efforts of dozens of parent volunteers. During our two seasons on the beach our family was embraced by the Nippers community. We cherished our Sunday’s hanging out at Sentosa, helping to carry equipment, set up games, or share a coffee and breakfast with other Nippers folk at Tanjong Beach Club.

After retiring from her surf lifesaving career at 9, Sophie was told in no uncertain terms she needed another weekend activity, and she chose ANZA Netball. She loved it instantly, quickly finding her place among the enthusiastic, cartwheeling girls and engaged coaches. Being one of the tallest players on the court for her age-group didn’t hurt either. Often, she just had to casually raise her hands to block a goal! She’s been part of the ANZA Netball community for three seasons now, growing from a complete beginner who would run the wrong way on the court, to a confident GK and GD who wears her red and blue uniform with pride.

Whether you’ve joined us on a footy field, cricket pitch, bike path, beach, tennis court, netball court, athletics stadium, soccer field, golf course, or running path …you’ll know ANZA Sports are welcoming, friendly, safe and fun. Enjoy this issue and if you’re considering joining our sporting community, there’s no better time.

Sophie - far left at ANZA Singapore Nippers and right at ANZA Netball.

Pip Harry, Editor editor@anza.org.sg

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SPORTS & WELLNESS

JULY/AUGUST 2021

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FEATURES

26 ROWING HER OWN RACE

Olympic rower Joan Poh talks about what she loves about the sport and the promising women’s rowing team she is helping to develop in Singapore.

30 SLEEP TIPS

The stress of Covid has impacted the sleep of millions. Dr Catherine Phan from International Medical Clinic (IMC) offers advice for good sleep hygiene, so you can rest easy.

34 RIDING HIGH

Aged just fifteen, Dulwich College (Singapore) student Annabelle Rehn is already competing on the world stage in dressage.

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38 BUILD RESILIENCE IN KIDS

AIS Wellbeing Coordinators Duncan Rose and Bernadette Ward offer advice for building your child’s mental resilience.

40 TREE CHANGE

Arthur Zaaro is on a mission to create heirloom cutting boards and furniture, using rescued trimmings from Singapore’s beautiful trees.

42 JUST KEEP SWIMMING

ANZA member Tammie Grass talks about how the pandemic ignited her passion for coaching swimming.

44 RINGSIDE MANNER

Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr Alan Cheung from International Orthopaedic Clinic patches up elite rugby players, cyclists, wrestlers, and martial artists.

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