Editor: Jacqui Barry barrydxb@eim.ae
APRIL 2015
ISSUE 49
Editorial
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Emirates Golf Club Senior Management
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ongratulations to all our Club Champions, Jayshree Gupta (ladies’ champion) Rayhan Thomas (men’s and junior boys’ champion) and Alison Muirhead (junior girls’ champion) three new names to grace the honours boards. Congratulations to you all and well done.
Christopher May
Chief Executive Officer cmay@dubaigolf.com
Andrew Whitelaw
General Manager awhitelaw@dubaigolf.com
April sees some traditional EGC events taking place – the Indian invitational which is always a great tournament. We will miss our Past Captain, Ashok Bakshi who was such a driving force behind this event, who sadly passed away in February. This event is supported by the Indian community who put up so many fantastic prizes, particularly for the raffle, proceeds of which go to the junior staff fund at EGC. Our mixed Easter scramble takes place on 4th April which is always a good fun event and well subscribed. The top billings though are the Club Captain’s Day on 24th April and Lady Captain’s Day on 27th, both of which are usually great fun....and long days/evenings! Away from EGC is the eagerly awaited Augusta Masters 9th-12th April so there will be a few late nights for many people who will be glued to the TV until almost sunrise here in the UAE. Fortunately I will be there, soaking up the atmosphere and enjoying every minute of the action, in the company of Past Captain, Mike Gerbich and his wife Francie, as well as Past Captain Mike Sim. There are a few EGC members travelling to Augusta too, as well as former EGC Greens Superintendent Jeff Julich and his family, so exciting times ahead!
Craig Haldane
Director - Golf Course Maintenance chaldane@dubaigolf.com
Barney Coleman
Andy Meech
Head of Sport and Leisure ameech@dubaigolf.com
Adele Cowgill
Director of Golf bcoleman@dubaigolf.com
Head of Sales and Marketing acowgill@dubaigolf.com
Ganesh Mangathil
Keith Wilkes
Chef Max Grenard
Culinary Director mgrenard@dubaigolf.com
Martin Drugan
Food and Beverage Manager mdrugan@dubaigolf.com
There was good news last month with the announcement that Dubai Duty Free will be sponsoring the Irish Open at Royal County Down at the end of May - another great event to enjoy. Back to our own courses here though…the Majlis and the Faldo are still in great condition and a pleasure to play so all credit to Craig, Peter and crew. Please also do your part in keeping the courses in tip top condition by repairing pitch marks, filling in divots with the sand provided and raking bunkers. Our staff throughout the Club do a fantastic job, whether in the restaurants, spike bar, driving range or on course and we are so fortunate to have friendly and helpful staff to see to our every needs. One group of staff which really needs more respect though, is the team of on-course marshalls. It seems that time and time again, the marshalls, whose role it is to keep everyone moving on the course to avoid the frustration of slow play, are challenged and/or abused by players. Just last week once again, a men’s pairs matchplay waited constantly behind a group of four members who refused to let them through, despite five requests by the marshall. That’s such a sad reflection on our membership. Personally I would much prefer to let a fast group go through rather than to see them constantly standing waiting behind. Please assist our staff at all times and help them to do their jobs properly. Enjoy your golf and happy Easter to all.
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Andrew Matthews PGA, Membership Services Manager
Financial Controller mahamed@dubaigolf.com
Stephen Deane
Haridas Palliyalil
Head Academy Professional sdeane@dubaigolf.com
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and Mike Sim - you will be there in spirit I know! My mantra of ‘no stress in my life’ has taken a bit of a battering in the last few weeks as I have been busy putting together a programme for my Captain’s Day...believe me it has not been easy but I do feel like everything is now in place for the day...I think!! What a quick season it has been.... where did the time go? I am now nearing the end of my captaincy. Officially it finishes on August 31st but, our regular golf season really wraps up by mid-June. Competitions continue throughout the summer but numbers are far fewer at that time when we hit high temperatures of 45 plus.
Good luck to all those who brave that heat because it is really too much for me and I have to seek some cooler temperatures elsewhere in the world.
3 in’s Club Capta Message
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ello my friends. This month sees my Captain’s Day taking place so I hope to see all of you there on the day to support me and, more importantly, to support the Club. I promise you it will be a wonderful day, full of prizes...and surprises and the day is being sponsored by HSBC. The first surprise may well be my Captain’s Day drive but once that ordeal is done then we will move forward to a really fun day followed by a spectacular evening when I hope to be greeting all the players as well as their partners. I can assure you, you will not be disappointed. I really would have loved to have had my good friend Mohsin Al Tajir here for the big day, as well as Past Captains, Mike Gerbich, Rai Legnar
Congratulations to all prize-winners in our Club Championship and special congratulations to our new Club Champion Rayhan Thomas. What a wonderful display of golf by this young man. I think we will be seeing his name in the headlights a lot more in the near future. Kamal Kosta Club Captain 2014-2015
COMPETITION RESULTS MASHREQ MEDAL in association with BMW & Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Waite Wins Monthly Medal The Mashreq Medal for March, in association with BMW and Ruth’s Chris Steak House Dubai, was a closely contested affair with four players tied on the overall winning score of 70 on the Majlis course. Thanks to some very consistent golf on the back nine holes, it was David Waite who took the overall spoils along with the A Division honours (handicap 0-10). Waite made seven gross pars and one birdie over the last nine holes of the Majlis course to secure victory. Also in A Division with net scores of 70 were Qamar Rasheed and Imran Qayyum. Rasheed claimed second place after a card count-back with Qayyum settling for third place.
B Division (handicap 11-20) was won by Rajesh Verma, again with a score of two under par net 70, closely followed by the runner-up Ishu Rupani who scored a net 71. In third place, a further two shots adrift with a net 73, was Tej Chhabra. Christian Klynge was the winner of C Division (handicap 21-28) with a level par net score of 72. The honour for the lowest gross of the day went to young Bradley Mogire who scored a superb score of 75. Bradley is a product of the Club’s Elite Junior Programme who meet on a weekly basis under the watchful eye of our academy team led by Head Professional Stephen Deane. This month’s Mashreq Medal was also a
MEN'S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 27th & 28th March 2015
Historic Hat-trick for Young Rayhan Young Dubai Golf member Rayhan Thomas again produced some outstanding final day golf on the Majlis course to add the 2015 Emirates Club Championship to his list of honours. Rayhan has already won the Emirates Amateur Open, the Emirates Junior Club Championship along with the Dubai Creek Club Championship over the past few months. Rayhan becomes the first player on record to win them all in one season, a fantastic achievement by the talented 15 year old.
Rayhan had to come from behind after posting a 75 on day one over the Faldo course. Playing in the penultimate group on the final day, he showed his class over the Majlis by scoring an impressive five under par 67 to record a tally of 142 to win by six strokes. Pontus Fredriksson had a successful attempt to defend the title that he has won five times in the past six years. Pontus carded rounds of 73 and 75 to finish runnerup on a total of 148. A further shot adrift with scores of
qualifying round for the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup. Two places were available for the best net scores, the first being secured by David Waite and the second by Rajesh Verma. Both Waite and Verma will now play on home soil of the Majlis course in the regional finals on April 7th when they will compete for a place in the world finals being held in Istanbul.
75 and 74 to sign for a 149 total was Vice-Captain Johnny Aldridge who birdied the par five 18th hole to secure third place alone. In the net prizes, Division A (handicap 0-12) was closely contended with Kooros Daneshvar producing two level par 72s. Also with a net total of 144 was Tom Luig; however the 72 on day two for Daneshvar was good enough to secure victory over Luig who finished in second place. B division (handicap 13-24) was won by Anil Shivanna who signed for a net 70 followed by a net 68 to tally 138 and to claim top spot by three strokes. The runner-up was Christian Klynge with net scores of 70 and 71 totalling 141. 2015 CLUB CHAMPION: Rayhan Thomas RUNNER UP: Pontus Fredriksson THIRD: Johnny Aldridge DIVISION A (0 –12) WINNER: Kooros Daneshvar RUNNER UP: Tom Luig DIVISION B ( 13-24) WINNER: Anil Shivanna RUNNER UP: Christian Klynge BEST GROSS DAY 1: Matthew Baxter DAY 2: Edward Hesson BEST NET DAY 1: Andrew Robinson DAY 2: Imran Qayyum
Gross 75 + 67=142 Gross 73 +75=148 Gross 75 + 74=149 Net 72 +72=144 Net 71 + 73=144 Net 70+68=138 Net 70 +71=141 Gross 76 Gross 74 Net 71 Net 67
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ur Ladies’ Club Championship was held last month on 1st and 2nd March and this year’s champion is Jayshree Gupta who played very steadily both days to win her first Championship. Congratulations Jayshree! Another big event last month was the Ladies’ Charity Golf Day when we raised a total of AED 31,910 for ‘Dubai Cares’, supporting children’s education and wellbeing. Last year, in the early part of the season the Pink Ball Charity raised AED 42,680. I would like to say many thanks to all who bought raffle
tickets and also to everyone who kindly donated raffle prizes, and thanks to everyone who supported these events. This year, as is often the case, we have been saying good-bye to some friends who are leaving Dubai, which is very sad, but it’s something we get used to doing and we have to accept this inevitability. However, every year we get to meet new people too, and I am sure friends will be back in Dubai some time for their holidays. The most important thing is that we have met in Dubai and we have made good memories.
LADIES’ COMPETITION RESULTS Ladies’ CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 1st & 2nd March 2015 2015 CLUB CHAMPION: Runner Up: Third: 36 Hole Net Winners Winner Silver Division: Winner Bronze Division: DAY 1 WINNERS Best Net: Best Gross: DAY 2 WINNERS Best Net: Best Gross:
Jayshree Gupta Gross 79 + 80 = 159 Carolyn Thompson Gross 85 + 81 = 166 Cathrine Clark Gross 86 + 82 = 168 Maura Duggan Josie Tracey
Net 73 + 70 = 143 Net 73 + 75 = 148
Veronica Elias Connie Sayal
Net 71 Gross 82
Thea Hendrickx Rosemary Turlik
Net 69 Gross 81
So, what’s happening in April? Well, we have many events taking place before it gets too hot so please keep your eyes on the tournament calendar. 14th April is the EGC Members’ party when we can all get together and have a good excuse to dress up! The annual Curtisy Cup (Europe v Rest of the World) takes place on 22nd April. 27th April is Lady Captain’s Day. This will be a totally fun golf day followed by a long lunch after the game so don’t forget to signup. Mitsuko Emmerson Lady Captain 2014-2015
LADY CAPTAIN’S CHARITY EVENT IN AID OF DUBAI CARES 9th March 2015 WINNERS:
Cecilia Fransson, Fiona Munro Janet Curtis
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RUNNERS UP: Caroline Granger, Carmel King Maggie Neil, Chris Hutchinson
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THIRD:
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Carolyn Thompson, Mimi Hosking Maura Duggan, Vera Woolnough
Glory for Gupta in Ladies’ Club Championship
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ayshree Gupta was crowned the 2015 Ladies’ Club Champion after posting two very consistent rounds on her way to a seven stroke victory. Jayshree scored 79 on day one on the Faldo course which put her at the top of the leaderboard and she scored 80 on day two on the Majlis to post a 36 hole total of 159. Carolyn Thompson was her nearest competitor with a total score of 166 (85,81). Carolyn’s 81 on day two was the second best score of the day and saw her climb the leaderboard to finish runner-up. A further two strokes adrift on 168 (86,82) was Cathrine Clark, a previous champion in 2013. There were additional prizes for the winners of the best net scores over the 36 holes. Silver Division was won by Maura Duggan with a total net score of 143 (73,70). Josie Tracey was the winner of Bronze Division with a total net score of 148 (73,75). Prizes for best gross and net scores for each day were also awarded. Net and gross prizes for day one were won by Veronica Elias and Connie Sayal respectively. Net and gross winners for day two were Thea Hendrickx and Rosemary Turlik respectively.
Ladies’ Medal Monday 16th March 2015 Sponsored by SILVER A DIVISION (HCP. 0 – 14) Winner:
Carolyn Thompson
NET 71
Runner Up:
Veronica Elias
NET 71
Kavita Sehmi
GROSS 72
Overall Best Gross:
SILVER “B” DIVISION (HCP. 15 –23) Winner:
Runner Up:
Elise Hanson
NET 63
Sue Hopwood
NET 71
BRONZE DIVISION (HCP. 24 –42) Winner:
Mariana Kyrkiris
NET 72
Qualifier for Turkish Airline World Golf Cup - Dubai Winner:
Elise Hanson
NET 63
Three Club Challenge
Supported by
Monday 23rd March 2015
Kyrkiris Wins Three Club Challenge The ladies took to the fairways of the Majlis course equipped with only three clubs and a putter in this fun event supported by Kellogg’s Special K. Four ladies tied on 36 points but it was Marianna Kyrkyris who came out on top thanks to her scoring of 20 points on the back nine holes to win by a card count-back. In Silver Division (handicap 0-23) there was also a tie on 36 points but, after a card count-back, Yana Jamieson claimed top spot after scoring 18 points over the last nine holes, leaving Fiona Berry in second place. In Bronze Division (handicap 24-36) the winner was Carmel King with a popular score of 36 points. The runner-up with 32 points was Sandra Chia. Marianna Kyrkyris also won nearest the pin prize on the 4th hole, along with Naima Maya on the 7th, Fiona Berry on the 11th and Arathi Appaiah on the 15th hole. Sue Hopwood was the winner of nearest the pin challenge on the par five 3rd whilst Fiona Berry also won a prize for straightest drive on the 10th hole.
LADIES’ EASTER SCRAMBLE WINNERS:
SILVER DIVISION 0-23) OVERALL WINNER: WINNER: RUNNER UP: (BRONZE DIVISION 24-36) WINNER: RUNNER UP: HOLE PRIZES NEAREST THE PIN HOLE # 4: NEAREST THE PIN HOLE # 7: NEAREST THE PIN HOLE # 11: NEAREST THE PIN HOLE # 15: NEAREST THE FLAG HOLE # 3: STRAIGHTEST DRIVE HOLE # 10:
Mariana Kyrkiris Yana Jamieson Fiona Berry
36 pts 36 pts 36 pts
Carmel King Sandra Chia
36 pts 32 pts
Mariana Kyrkiris Naima Maya Fiona Berry Arathi Appaiah Sue Hopwood Fiona Berry
30th March 2015
Catherine Clark, Jennifer Ayres Phyllis Schulte, Gillian Black 63.9 RUNNERS UP: Mitsuko Emmerson, Bertoul Selma Kehoe, Christiane Sprunck 64.6 THIRD: Carolyn Thompson, Maura Duggan Jenny Isles, Vera Woolnough 65.3 BEST EASTER BONNET TEAM: Mitsuko Emmerson, Noemy Bertoul, Selma Kehoe, Christiane Sprunck BEST INDIVIDUAL: Anette Stewart NEAREST TO THE PIN HOLE # 2: Catherine Clark HOLE # 12: Maura Duggan LONGEST DRIVE HOLE # 16: Naema Maya STRAIGHTEST DRIVE HOLE # 3: Yumi Inman
Hanson wins Ladies’ March Medal The ladies took to the Faldo course to compete in the March Medal supported by JW Marriot Marquis Dubai. Past Captain Elise Hanson was the runaway winner with a fantastic net score of
Winning Team
63. Elise enjoyed some excellent form scoring a gross 39 (2 over par) on the back nine holes. In Silver A Division (handicap 0-14) Carolyn Thompson was the winner with a net 71. Carolyn claimed top spot after a card count-back with Veronica Elias who also scored a net 71 to finish runner-up.
Kavita Sehmi returned from her Maryland University scholarship in fine form and scored a level par 72 to win the lowest gross prize. Elise Hanson, competing in Silver B Division (handicap 15-23), was the clear winner with Sue Hopwood runner-up posting a net score of 71. In Bronze Division (handicap 24-42) the winner was Mariana Kyrkiris with a level par net 72. This month’s medal was also a qualifying round for the Turkish Airlines World Golf Cup with one place available for the best net score. As a result of her net 63, Elise will now compete on home soil of the Majlis course in the regional finals on April 7th when she will bid for a place in the world finals being held in Istanbul.
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JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 20th March 2015 BOYS’ CHAMPION:
Rayhan Thomas
GROSS 71
GIRLS’ CHAMPION:
Alison Muirhead
GROSS 77
RUNNER UP:
Clement Flaherty
GROSS 79
THIRD:
Matthew Baxter
GROSS 80
BOY’S DIVISION.:
Arjun Gupta
NET 67
GIRLS’ DIVISION:
Sahana Paravantavida
NET 71
BEST NET
Bradley and Sahana with Head Pro Stephen Deane
Great weekend of golf for Elite Juniors Bradley Mogire who claimed best gross in the EGC Mashreq Monthly Medal and Sahana Paravantavida who put two great rounds together to claim victory in the Dubai Creek Ladies’ Club Championship!
EMIRATES
AMATEUR OPEN Thursday 5th Friday 6th March 2015
Rayhan Follows Rory with Emirates Victory
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epresenting the Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, young Rayhan Thomas followed in the footsteps of Rory Mcilroy on the Majlis course and triumphed in the 26th Omega Emirates Amateur Open.
Rayhan headed into the final round six shots adrift of the overnight leader, Jack Davis, following an opening 75 on the Faldo course. Rayhan, playing in the penultimate group on the final day, began steadily before producing five birdies in six holes, including four consecutive birdies from the 10th hole to put him at the top of the leaderboard. Even with a dropped shot at the par three 15th, victory was never in doubt as he finished in style with a birdie at the famous 18th hole. Signing for a final round 68 (-4) Rayhan secured a six stroke winning margin.
Junior Club Championship Winners
Bayhaan Lakdawala (Dubai Creek) and Petr Dedek (Emirates Golf Club) both finished on five over par for the championship but Lakdawala’s 73 in the final round granted him runners-up place for the second consecutive year. Three players ended up on six over for the event and it was Christofer Rahm of the Swedish Golf Federation who went home with fourth place following a level par 72 on the final day. The top four prize-winners were all rewarded with Omega hospitality for the 2015 Omega Dubai Ladies Masters at the end of the year and Rayhan also secured a place in the Pro-Am. The net competition was also keenly contested with Lee White (Frilford Heath, UK) clinching top prize with net rounds of 76 and 74 for a 150 total (six over par). He took a two shot victory over the Dubai Creek duo of Miki Mirza and Kabir Nanda both on a 152 net total. Mirza claimed the runner-up place with a better net score of 77 on the final day. UK based Jack Davies (Aston Wood GC) was disappointed with his final round but won best gross on day one with a three under par 69 on the Faldo course, a fabulous effort from the championship tees. Zihao Su (Al Badia) carded a 73 in the final round to pick up best gross on day two. Also in the prizes were Martin Zika (Golf Club Praha) and Jai Bhalla (Dubai Creek) for best net on day one and day two respectively. CHAMPION: Rayhan Thomas (DCGYC) RUNNER UP: Bayhaan Lakdawala (DCGYC) THIRD: Peter Dedek (EGC) FOURTH: Christofer Rahm (SGF) NET OVERALL OVER 36 HOLES BEST NET: Lee White ( FMGC) SECOND NET: Miki Mirza (DCGYC) THIRD NET: Kabir Nanda (DCGYC) DAILY GROSS BEST GROSS DAY 1: Jack Davis (AWGC) BEST GROSS DAY 2: Zihao Su (ABGC) DAILY NET BEST NET DAY 1: Martin Zika (GCP) BEST NET DAY 2: Jai Bhalla (DCGYC)
75+68= 143 76+73= 149 75+74= 149 78+72= 150 76+74 = 150 75+77 = 152 73+79 = 152 69 73 73 72
Pro’s Tip of the Month
CARE OF YOUR COURSE
Club News
WITH PGA Golf Professional STEPHEN DEANE
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Start the Downswing correctly A simple tip for all levels of golfer is to be aware of how their shoulders work during the start of the downswing. What we want is to prevent is the trail shoulder coming out and around (external rotation) towards the ball or target as we initiate the downswing. The simple drill as shown will help promote the correct feeling and shoulder motion required to initiate and develop a consistent downswing movement. Part 1: Drill: starting position with split hand grip and club shaft matching feet and shoulder line
Repair of Divots, Ball-Marks and Damage by Shoes
Part 2: Set the club half way back by letting the hands work up and the trail elbow fold.
Players should carefully repair any divots made by them and any damage to the putting green made by the impact of a ball (whether or not made by the player himself). On completion of the hole by all players in the group, damage to the putting green caused by golf shoes should be repaired.
Bunkers Before leaving a bunker, players should carefully fill up and smooth over all holes and footprints made by them and any nearby made by others using the rakes provided.
Preventing Unnecessary Damage Players should ensure that no damage is done to the putting green when putting down bags or the flagstick.
Part 3: Solidly fire or punch the trail shoulder, hands and arms down returning and matching the shaft to its original starting position. You will sense that the trail shoulder works down rather than out and around. You will also start to understand the feeling of down force and pressure on the ball and how this can dramatically improve your ball striking and distance. You will feel more centred and grounded as you approach your shots. The club head will also return with limited rotation or manipulation improving the consistency of your ball flights starting direction.
GOOD FINISH
POOR FINISH
For more information on how to develop this further and build solid mechanics please get in contact with Head Professional Stephen Deane via email sdeane@dubaigolf.com
In order to avoid damaging the hole, players and caddies should not stand too close to the hole and should take care during the handling of the flagstick and the removal of a ball from the hole. The head of a club should not be used to remove a ball from the hole. Players should not lean on their clubs when on the putting green, particularly when removing the ball from the hole. The flagstick should be properly replaced in the hole before the players leave the putting green.
Masters W
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Masters Week W
ith The Masters just around the corner, I thought I would include this interesting article that I received from Past Captain, Mike Gerbich, which was written by a friend of his, Tom Roydhouse who lives at Reynolds Plantation, an hour away from Augusta!
There has always been an attraction for golfers towards the hallowed grounds of Augusta National. The Masters is one of the most unusual events in sport; it is all about tradition, and it is defined by a set of old rules and customs that just do not exist in other tournaments.
amateur by the USGA by the time Augusta National opened. He never competed for prize money, but his equipment deals and Hollywood instructional short films made him a professional in the eyes of all, except for the eyes of the Masters hierarchy, of which he was a part.
5. Ahhh.the Green Jacket
If you just happen to be the winner of the Masters, you get the honour of topping off the standard ensemble with a shamrock green blazer. Professional golf’s version of a beauty The Masters as we know queen crowning ceremony, the it would never have presenting of the green jacket been, if the USGA had by the previous year’s champion not turned down Bobby Jones’ request to host to the current champion at the the 1934 US Open. Angry conclusion of the tournament at the rebuff, Jones and dates back to 1949, when Clifford Roberts decided Sam Snead won the Masters. to stage their own event. However, the signature jackets d) te s (sea started appearing at Augusta Bobby Jone rts Robe and Clifford National 12 years prior, when members started sporting them during Course architect, Alistair McKenzie, never the tournament so that they would be saw his famous course completed. He died easily identifiable by patrons in need of January 6th 1934, just two months before assistance or directions.Also, when a the Inaugural Masters Tournament. member hosts guests in the clubhouse, the green jacket designates who gets the bill. The Masters website has more on the sartorial back story: “The club You should never hear the word purchased the jackets from the Brooks ‘championship’ on the telecast. The Uniform Company in New York and urged US Open, The Open, and The PGA are members to buy and wear them at the championships held by the major Masters. Initially, the idea met a lukewarm ruling and organising bodies of the sport reception (or a vestige thereof in the case of the from the PGA).The Masters is an invitational membership, tournament held at a for the heft very pretty golf course, of the coats given prestige by the made them involvement of Bobby warm to wear Jones. The winner is during a not the champion of typical April anything. Other words in Augusta. you should not hear: Within a few years, the Club ‘fans’, ‘bleachers’, introduced a lighter-weight version more ‘sand traps’, ‘front/ suited to the season. Today’s singleback nine’, The breasted, single-vent jacket bears the officially preferred Club’s logo on the left chest pocket and on words are ‘patrons’, the brass buttons adorning the front of the ‘observation stands’, coat and each sleeve. The unmistakable ‘bunkers’ and ‘first/ colour is known, simply, as Masters Green.” second nine’. That s Bobby Jone last distinction So does the Masters winner get to take is aimed at avoiding home that fetching piece of outerwear? He use of the phrase ‘front side’ for the first sure does. After the presentation nine holes, leading inevitably to the so, so ceremony, a custom version of the green vulgar ‘back side for the next nine. jacket is tailored to the champion’s exact measurements and he gets to call it his own for an entire year. So, to be clear, a single jacket isn’t passed on from winner Some amateurs have always been invited to winner. During the following year’s to the Masters, out of respect for the tournament, he must return to Augusta career of club founder Bobby Jones but National and relinquish the green jacket, Jones himself was no longer considered an at which point it is placed in a locker but
1. In the Beginning
2. Bitter Sweet
3. The Language
4. Respect
available any time he returns to play at the club. Seve Ballesteros famously challenged the decision by saying to the Augusta committee: “If they want it, they can fly to Spain and come and get it.”
6. The Template
The Masters invented the template for what we know as tournament golf. It was the first 72-hole four-day event and the first to use the over/under par system. The Masters also saw the first grandstands for viewers.
7. Strict but Polite
The level of respect that the patrons of the Masters have is only surpassed by their understanding of the game. It is awesome to witness. It is as if everyone has collectively agreed to be on their best behaviour. There is no need for marshalls to hold “Quiet Please” signs because everyone respects the tournament so much. As mentioned earlier, they are not fans, they are not a crowd or even a gallery. They are patrons. You will hear it often during the CBS broadcast. Also, while on the grounds, patrons are told not to run. Walking only. If you watch any pro tournament, behind the golfers you’ll see a cadre of sign-bearers, reporters, photographers, broadcast personnel and cameramen. Not at Augusta. Between the ropes there are competitors, caddies and rules officials only. Patrons who show up early and place their chairs and leave will find their chairs waiting for them when they return. Try that at any other PGA event and let me know what happens! More than 40 years ago, during one tense moment, CBS commentator Jack Whitaker used the term “mob” to describe the scene around a green. The Masters leadership let his bosses know that he would not be invited back, and he wasn’t.
8. Value
It’s one of the best-kept numbers in sports - the initiation fee to Augusta National. With Barons like Warren Buffett and Bill Gates, among others, as members, it goes without saying that money is not the object. And it isn’t. To join is reportedly under $100,000, which might be one-tenth of other high profile clubs in the country and if you were lucky enough to play the
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course with a member, you can probably afford it. Guest fees are said to be about $40.
9. The Reagan Appointment
10. Clifford Roberts’ Demise Augusta National’s co-founder Clifford Roberts, a quiet investor turned autocrat, was at turns beloved and despised. In the fall of 1977, at age 83 and in failing health, Roberts walked to a slope next to Ike’s Pond and ended his own life with a single pistol shot to the temple.
11. The Crow’s Nest Located above the main clubhouse at Augusta, this is where the amateurs stay for Masters week. Bobby Jones spawned the idea and the rest is quite literally history, lots of it. Eight youngsters who stayed in this infamous bedroom and went on to win the green jacket are Nicklaus, Aaron, Watson, Crenshaw, Stadler, O’Meara, Mickelson and Woods - that’s quite a list. There are four beds, a bathroom and a living area which is lined with paintings of historical moments at the Masters and books about the history of the game.
12. Sweet Georgia Peaches The history of Augusta is much more than golf; it was once home to Fruitland Nurseries. Owned and operated by P.J. Berckmans and his family, the nursery was one of the most successful horticultural sites of its time in the south.Located on Washington Road, approximately three miles northwest of downtown Augusta, Fruitland planted millions of peach trees in the 1800s and early 1900s and made Georgia famous for its sweet Georgia peaches. In 1931, the land was purchased and transformed into the most famous golf course in the world, Augusta National. The Berckmans’ family home still remains on the Augusta National property and serves as the clubhouse.
RULES BY RHYS
Nine Holes of Rules...
Rules
On October 23, 1983, President Ronald Reagan was playing at Augusta National as a guest of his Secretary of State (and club member) George Schultz, when his round was interrupted at the 16th hole by a disgruntled local named Charles Harris, who had crashed his truck through the gate and was demanding to see the President. Harris held hostages at gunpoint in the pro shop for two hours before Secret Service agents subdued him.
In this month’s article I will answer nine questions that will help to recap and brush up on your basic knowledge for the next time you head out to the course. 1. What does the term “Equity” mean? Equity means to treat like situations alike. Some situations are not covered by the rules of golf, thus the decision must be made according to what is fair under the rules. Equity is NOT a substitute for the proper application of the rules. 2. Can a player place a club on the ground to help alignment? Yes, provided the club is removed before playing the stroke. Otherwise the player is penalised two strokes. 3. If my ball lands in a bunker can I rake it before I play my shot? Yes, provided that it is for the sole purpose of caring for the course. For example, your ball lies on the left hand side and after retrieving the rake you smooth your footprints in order to keep the bunker tidy before moving to your ball. There are no penalties providing that the smoothing does not improve: • the lie of the ball. • the area of your intended stance or swing. • your line of play for a stroke. 4. May a player clean a ball by rubbing it on the putting green? Yes, provided the act is not for the purpose of testing the surface of the putting green. However, It is strongly recommended that a ball be cleaned in other ways to eliminate any questions as to the player’s intentions. 5. A player’s ball is lying on the fairway and in taking a practice swing, he accidentally moves the ball. Does he incur a penalty? The player did not make a stroke, as they had no intention of making a stroke. However, the ball was in play and the player has caused the ball at rest to move. The player incurs a one-stroke penalty and must replace the ball. 6. May stakes defining a water hazard or lateral water hazard be moved? A water hazard stake is an obstruction. Therefore if such a stake is movable it may be removed without penalty. Please note that white OOB posts MUST not be removed! 7. Where can a player deem his ball unplayable? A player can deem his ball unplayable anywhere on the course except when the ball is in a water hazard. The player is the sole judge as to whether his ball is unplayable. 8. Must a player announce that he intends to change his ball between the play of two holes? It is not required by the rules to inform anyone what type of ball he intends to play at a hole. However, such an announcement is highly recommended to avoid any possible confusion. 9. Can I remove sand that lies on the putting green even though my ball lies off the putting green? Sand and loose soils are loose impediments ONLY when they lie on the putting green. Provided that the sand and loose soil lie on the putting green and NOT the surround, it may be removed. If you have any rules queries that you would like to discuss over the coming weeks then please do not hesitate to ask on your next visit to the Club or simply email your query to rjames@dubaigolf.co
H A L F M A R A T H O N
Running Training tips – Return to fitness by David Baines MSC Sports Physiotherapist, Bespoke Wellness
Congratulations to those who took part in the EGC half marathon on 20th March 2015; it was a great event with growing interest. For those of you who are runners or would like to get into running, here are some tips which might help you along the way, which will also help avoid becoming injured during those heavy training schedules. Training Plan The first step to successful training is to plan! This can be as short or as detailed as you require in order to guide you with your training. Tip: Keep your planning flexible, allow for sufficient rest periods, make sure you listen to your body and balance it with the rest of your life (work/family etc). Tip: Record your sessions so you can see how you have progressed and keep an eye on your overall training volume. Phases of training The stages of your training programme should be focused around four main principles that can be adapted whether you’re a sprinter or a longdistance runner. These stages are • Endurance • Strength endurance • Strength • Power/speed phase Following this system will allow you to do the following:• build a good base so you have the conditioning for the faster paced work later on • work different body energy systems • make sure you increase your quality of training towards race/event pace work. Footwear and running surface Be sure to get good shoes that are fitted correctly. Have adequate cushioning and if needed, offer some level of support. A gait running analysis might help here. This will improve your running efficiency and help to prevent common running injuries. If you’re running in older trainers a rough guide is 400-600 miles before they need replacing. Try to alternate the type of ground you’re running on, because different surfaces offer different pros and cons in terms of technique, stresses on the body and injury prevention. Avoid sand if you have a history of ankle sprains or Achilles tendinitis.
Track running can be an ideal place to start running outside as it is flat (no obstacles), traffic-free, and the distance is measured. Strength Programme Integrating a strength-training programme into training is very important. Strengthening your legs can increase the power and control of the muscles that control movement at the pelvis, hips, knees and feet during running. This will ultimately help to prevent you from developing muscle imbalances from weak muscle groups that are not emphasised in running, or can stop muscles (that you use again and again while running) from becoming over-dominant. Tip: Alternate between using body weight and weighted exercise (free weights/machines) and don’t forget the core! Distance/Mileage and Intensity Runners too often get caught in the mileage trap, thinking more is better. Increasing your mileage is better only up to the point where you can achieve your goal and depending on your stage of training. Make sure you don’t build up your miles too quickly or do too many miles in one week as this will make you more susceptible to injury. Tip; The general rule for guiding your running mileage is to increase no more than 10% or two miles per week. Intensity Vary your training volume and load. The training volume is the frequency and repetition of your workouts and the load relates to how hard your training sessions are and how much time you will need to recover before the next session. By changing either of these you can change your workout intensity and make sure you’re not doing too much of the same thing. Alternating between hard, moderate and easy days will allow you to work different energy systems, allow you to recover quicker and get more from each session. Whether you’re just starting running, getting back into your running after a short break, or beginning to increase your training intensity (having perhaps set a New Year’s resolution plan), then following these points will help you on your way. For more information or to make an appointment to see a member of our team please email info@bespoke-wellness.com or visit www.bespoke-wellness.com.
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Fitness Activity Schedule April 2015
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ast month I discussed motivation and how best to keep yourself motivated to get to the gym and to keep up your workouts, which I hope was useful for you.
Fit Lab continues to be busy and I have noticed that there is an increase in the number of people booking personal training sessions – great news for you and for our trainers. We are always at hand to help; all of our trainers are approachable and you do not need to have booked a session with them to ask for some advice on exercise as everyone is more than happy to help. This month I am focusing on a simple little piece of equipment which is often overlooked…the foam roller, or as I like to call it, the ‘torturer’…it hurts but it is so beneficial.
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07.30 - 08.30 Artistic Yoga
07.30 - 08.30 Artistic Yoga
07.30 - 08.30 Artistic Yoga
07.30 - 08.30 Artistic Yoga
07.30 - 08.30 Artistic Yoga
SATURDAY STUDIO 07.30 - 08.30 Artistic Yoga 9.00 - 9.30 Grade 1 Modern
08.40 - 09.10 Metafit (Tracy)
08.45 - 09.45 Insanity (Tracy)
08.45 - 09.45 Zumba Toning (Tracy)
08.45 - 09.45 Zumba (Tracy)
09.15 - 10.15 Zumba Step (Tracy)
9.30 - 10.30 Primary Ballet 10.30 - 11.30 Grade 2 Ballet
10.00 - 10.30 Insanity (Tracy)
09.45 - 10.45 Zumba Toning (Tracy)
11.30 - 12.15 PBB 12.15 - 13.15 Grade 1 13.15 - 14.15 Grade 3 14.15 - 15.45 Grade 7 15.30 - 17.00 Inter
Using the foam roller Foam rollers are an inexpensive and versatile piece of equipment that can help you with everything, from working out the knots in your muscles to sculpting an incredible set of abs. - if you aren’t already using one, you’re missing out on some serious benefits!
18.30 - 19.00 Metafit (Tracy)
18.00 - 19.00 Artistic Yoga
18.30 - 19.00 Metafit (Tracy)
18.00 - 19.00 Artistic Yoga
17.00 - 18.00 Inter Foundation
19.05 - 19.55 Insanity 50min (Tracy)
19.00 - 20.00 Artistic Yoga
19.05 - 19.55 Insanity 50min (Tracy)
19.00 - 20.00 Artistic Yoga
14.30 - 15.30 Fit Kids (5-12years) (Nikky)
19.00 - 20.00 Circuit Training Outdoor
19.00 - 20.00 Circuit Training Outdoor
19.00 - 20.00 Circuit Training Outdoor
18.00 - 19.00 Artistic Yoga 19.00 - 20.00 Artistic Yoga
20.00 - 21.00 20.00 - 21.00 20.00 - 21.00 20.00 - 21.00 Weightloss Yoga Weightloss Yoga Weightloss Yoga Weightloss Yoga
20.00 - 21.00 Weightloss Yoga
Foam rolling is an easy way to benefit your entire body; while stretching addresses the length of muscle fibre, rolling improves the quality of the tissue which leads to muscles that are tensionfree and pain-free, which in turn function better so you perform better. Using a foam roller is essentially a more affordable way to give yourself a deep tissue massage. By slowly rolling over various areas of your body, you’ll help break up adhesions and scar tissue and speed up the healing and recovery process after your workout. Common areas of tightness are typically the thighs or upper back. Here’s how; position yourself on top of the roller and use the weight of your body to slowly roll back and forth over it, allowing your bodyweight to relax over the roll. As you roll over tight spots the muscle relaxes. For tightness in the upper back, place the roller under your shoulder blades, bend your knees so your feet are flat on the floor. Lift your hips off the floor and place your hands behind your head, or cross your arms over your chest. Roll: keeping your core muscles tight, slowly roll forward and back so that the roller moves up and down between the middle of your back and the top of your shoulder blades After a long run, slip off your shoes and try this easy foot stretch/massage: Stand with your foam roller under the arch of one foot. Gently apply pressure to the arch by leaning your weight forward and slowly roll your foot back and forth over the roller. If you have any questions, or if you would like ten minutes of my time to help you do these exercises, do feel free to approach me. Andy Meech Head of Sport & Leisure
For reservations, please call +971 4 417 9850 or email egcfitlab@dubaigolf.com www.dubaigolf.com
INTRODUCING WAXING AT SENSASIA URBAN SPA, EMIRATES GOLF CLUB SensAsia Urban Spa has introduced Lycon Precision Waxing, exclusively at Emirates Golf Club. The pain-free hair removal treatment has a worldwide cult following with celebrity fans, including Victoria Beckham, Sienna Miller and Minnie Driver; SensAsia is celebrating the brand new partnership by offering ‘barely-there’ bargain rates, timed perfectly for bikini season! Until further notice, Emirates Golf Club clients can enjoy Lycon Precision Waxing from just AED 30 for underarms (down from AED 50), AED 65 for half leg (down from AED 75), AED 90 for the basic bikini (down from AED 95) and AED 120 for the ‘Take It All Off!’ (down from AED 140), as well as many more options for both men and women. For more information, call SensAsia Urban Spa at Emirates Golf Club on +971 4 417 9820 and visit www.sensasiaspas.com
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e trust you are enjoying the great golfing weather at present. Our courses are in good condition at this time of year with us doing the basics to keep things in shape. The only cultural maintenance underway is our regular light sand applications which remain integral to good ball roll and smoothness of surfaces. These amounts are minimal and usually are not visible the following day.
We did two larger projects on the Faldo recently, around the 10th and 11th green complexes. We have converted the grass species around these greens so that we can gain better control of a particular weed which will greatly enhance our ability to maintain a clean stand of turf for you to enjoy. We appreciate at this time whilst the new sprig is growing in that it can be a pain, however please use the dedicated drop zones provided to play from. We will only move onto other approaches once these two are fully grown in. Transition on the Majlis is something we will be going through over the months of April through June this year and we anticipate this to be a very gradual process as the Ryegrass begins to stress out due to the heat and we encourage our Bermuda to return from dormancy. We will keep you well informed of what stage we are at throughout this period. To date we are only in the very early stages so nothing of relevance this month. Good golfing! Craig Haldane Director - Golf Course Maintenance
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Offer Details: • 15% discount offer is valid from 1st March 2015 to 29th February 2016. • 15% discount is on purchase of Hankook Passenger Cars and Ultra High Performance Tyres, regardless of quantity. • Additional free wheel alignment and balancing on purchase of four Hankook Passenger Cars and UHP Tyres. • Discounts and free services shall be granted only upon presentation of a valid Dubai Golf membership card. • Free tyre and battery check up. • Valid only for cash/credit card purchases. Credit account is not accepted.
Al Dobowi offers 15% discount to all Dubai Golf Members on purchase of Hankook tyres at six Hankook Masters branches. Hankook provides original tyre equipment to global car brands such as Mercedez Benz, BMW, Audi, Volkswagen, Hyundai, Nissan, Lincoln, Chevrolet, Chrysler. Hankook Masters provides tyres and batteries for your sedan cars, 4x4s and SUVs. These service facilities are equipped with advanced machineries operated by highly trained tyre specialists, providing professional services - Tyre and Wheel Fitment, Wheel Balancing and Alignment, Tyre Rotation, Nitrogen Fill. We at Hankook Masters are capable to handling highly delicate vehicles, performing precise functions in servicing luxury and low profile cars. Hankook Masters Contact Details and Timings: • Al Qusais, Dubai Tel: 04 251 1431; Email: dubai-service3@aldobowi.ae Timings: 08.00 - 21.00, Sat to Thurs; 08.00 - 12.00 / 15.00 – 21.00, Fridays • Al Quoz, Dubai Tel: 04 338 8346; Email: dubai-service@aldobowi.ae Timings: 08.00 - 18.00, Sat to Thurs • Sharjah Tel: 06 533 7027; Email: shj-service@aldobowi.ae Timings: 09.00 - 19.00, Sat to Thurs • Ajman Tel: 06 731 2540 Email: hankookmasters.aj@aldobowi.ae Timings: 08.00 - 20.30, Saturdays to Thursdays • Abu Dhabi Tel:02 554 4489; Email: adtcllc@eim.ae Timings: 08.00 – 13.00 / 14.00 – 18.30 Sat to Thurs • Al Ain Tel: 03 761 9747; Email: alain-service@aldobowi.ae Timings: 08.00 – 13.00 / 14.00 – 18.30 Sat to Thurs
BIRDS OF THE EMIRATES
Pied Myna
Scientific Name: Gracupica contra Shot: Dubai Emirates Golf Club (Faldo Course) Date shot: February 2015 Wiki link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pied_myna Description:
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common bird at the golf ourse, the Pied Myna is a species of the Starling family of birds. The Photo Courtesy: bird’s usual habitat is Akhil Menon, golf in Dubai on low flat lands and foothills with access to water. This myna is distinctive with its black and white plumage with the orange beak. The sexes are similar in plumage but young birds have dark brown in place of black. These starlings are usually found in small groups, foraging mainly on the ground but perching on trees and buildings. Birds in a group call frequently with a wide repertoire that includes whistles, trills, buzzes, clicks, and warbling calls. Much like in the picture, they forage in fields, lawns and on open ground feeding on grains, fruit, insects, earthworms and molluscs, usually taken from the ground. Like many other starlings, they often use a prying or gaping action, piercing soil and then opening apart the bill to dislodge hidden food. These birds are generally considered to be beneficial as they eat insects that are otherwise pests. At Emirates Golf Club, these birds are hard to miss on the Faldo course. They are usually found near the pathways in the mornings and evenings, as you drive around in the golf cart. The image was shot soon after the bird pecked out an earthworm from under the ground on the course.
UPDATE FROM THE GOLF OFFICE
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he month of March has produced champions in some of our major titles with the stand out performer 15-year old Rayhan Thomas. Rayhan, a DG member across Dubai Creek and Emirates Golf Club, clinched the Omega Emirates Amateur Open including a final round 68 (-4) over the Majlis. The youngster also secured the Junior Club Championship with a gross 71 and followed that with a gross 67 in the final round of the Men’s Club Championship; massive congratulations to him on a record breaking hat-trick of victories. He also secured the Dubai Creek Club Championship earlier in the season. The Ladies’ Club Championship produced a worthy winner in Jayshree Gupta, with a 36-hole tally of 159. Well done to Jayshree. Alison Muirhead clinched the Junior Girls’ Club Championship with a gross 77. You may well already be aware that there are some substantial changes to the April tournament calendar; for those of you who have not yet seen the updates pleas view the key changes below: • Indian Invitational Golf Tournament Friday 3rd April 2015 • Easter Scramble - Saturday 4th April • Hankook Greensomes - Friday 10th & Saturday 11th April 2015 • Captain’s Day sponsored by HSBC Friday 24th April 2015 • Mashreq Monthly Medal in Association with BMW & Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Saturday 25th April 2015
The first major of the year, the US Masters, tees off on the 9th April and it will be interesting to see if Dubai Desert Classic Champion Rory McIlroy can complete a career grand slam of major titles? We have a member/guest invitational on Saturday night (18.00 Faldo) and the traditional US Masters Par 3 tournament on Sunday at 21.15 followed by live coverage of the final round. Please note some summer course closure dates are below for your diary: Majlis Course: 2nd - 4th June 12th - 16th July 19th - 21st July 23rd - 27th August 1st - 5th November (Overseeding) Faldo Course 24th - 28th May 26th - 29th July Course closed until 3pm 2nd - 5th August Course closed until 3pm 9th - 12th August Course closed until 3pm 30th August - 1st September Course Maintenance 18th - 20th October (Overseeding) I look forward to seeing you all at the members’ party on Tuesday 14th April, if not before. Kind regards, Barney Coleman Director of Golf, Emirates Golf Club
RETAIL NEWS Dear Member, Please be advised that from the 1st April 2015 the Pro Shops at Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club will be managed by Pro Sports International. Pro Sports have been a long standing partner of Dubai Golf and we have been working with them as our preferred supplier for the past five years. Pro Sports carry a wide range of products, including some of the world’s leading golf brands such as Ping, Titleist, Footjoy and Greg Norman; in addition a range of golf apparel, hardware and accessories from other manufacturers will be available within our retail operation, to ensure you, as a member, have a wide range of world class products. As a Dubai Golf member you will continue to receive your 10% member discount on purchases within the Pro Shops; you can also continue to charge purchases to your membership account on production of a valid membership card. There will essentially be no changes to the operation of the retail outlets from a member or guest perspective. A thorough review of our retail operation was made prior to making this decision and we are confident that the new arrangement will ensure that our members continue to receive the optimum level of choice and service delivery within our Pro Shops. We have put measures in place to ensure that the transition period is as smooth as possible with minimal disruption to our members and guests. In taking the decision it was extremely important to us that our current retail team remained within the operation at both Clubs to also ensure that the service, quality and members’ experience remain consistent. As part of the arrangement all existing retail colleagues have been offered positions by Pro Sports. Following this change we will continue to benchmark our retail operation against customer service levels globally through the 59 Club golf benchmarking criteria as we do with all other operational areas of both clubs. In order to facilitate the handover of the Pro Shops we will have some early closures for stocktaking over the coming days. At Dubai Creek the Academy Pro Shop will be closed from 08.00 on 28th March (re-opening at approximately 13.00) and the Pro Shop in the main clubhouse will close at 17.00 on the 28th March. Retail operations will continue as normal from 29th March. The Pro Shop at Emirates Golf Club will close from 17.00 on 29th March and will reopen as per the usual timing on 30th March. Thank you in advance for your co-operation during this period and for your continued support of Dubai Golf. Yours sincerely, Christopher May Chief Executive Officer
US Masters Member/Guest Invitational
US Masters Par 3 Tournament
Join us on Saturday 11th April at 18.00 on the Faldo course for the US Masters Member/Guest Invitational. Head over to the member’s terrace after the tournament for the prize presentation and watch the third day of the US Masters live on the big screen!
Join us on Sunday 12th April for the US Masters Par 3 Tournament and put your golfing skills to the test against the rest of the field to become the 2015 Par 3 Master! Following the conclusion of the tournament, head over to M’s terrace for the prize presentation and the live final round of the US Masters.
Timing: Format: Tournament fee per pair:
Time: Format: Tournament fee per person:
Saturday 11th April
18.00 shotgun start 18 hole pairs betterball Member AED 120 Member’s Guest AED 365
Tournament fee includes green fee, range balls, shared cart, food on the course for both players and prize presentation. Pairs must include one member and one member’s guest
Sunday 12th April
21.15 shotgun start 9 hole Team Stableford Member AED 110 Member’s Guest AED 180
Tournament fee includes green fee, range balls, trolley hire, dinner buffet and prize presentation.
To secure your space, please contact +971 4 417 9845, email ereservations@dubaigolf.com or visit www.dubaigolf.com
Chef’s Rec
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FROM THE KITCHEN OF CHEF JEFFREY BROTHERS
In keeping with the seasons, the final recipe I would like to share with you is English Pea and Goat Cheese Ravioli with Parmesan Cream. Spring is a great time of the year as the new produce of the growing season starts to emerge. Depending on where you are in the world these include, but are not limited to, fiddleheads, white and green asparagus, English peas, snap peas and snow peas, chanterelle and morel mushrooms and of course, the white and black spring truffle. This is one of my favourite recipes as I believe it showcases these great ingredients.
English Pea Ravioli Complete Dish Serves 4 Ingredients: 12pc Ravioli 200ml Parmesan Cream 50gm English Peas 100gm Chanterelles 10gm Shallot 5gm Finely Chopped Chives or Basil 12gm Rocket/ Arugula
Ravioli Dough Ingredients: 436 ml 436 ml 2.5 gm 2 pcs 4 pcs
Semolina Flour All Purpose Flour Salt Eggs Egg Yolks
Directions: 1. In a mixing bowl with dough hook attachment, combine semolina and all purpose flour and salt. Mix on low speed for 10 – 15 seconds. 2. Add eggs and yolks and mix to incorporate. Increase speed and mix for approximately 5 -7 minutes
English Pea and Goat Cheese Filling Ingredients: 60gm Onion 5gm Garlic 500ml English Peas 125ml Goat Cheese 60gm Butter 5ml Truffle Oil To taste Salt and white pepper As needed Vegetable stock Directions: 1. Sweat onion and garlic in butter and add peas. Add vegetable stock or water and simmer until peas are cooked. 2. Let cool slightly and transfer to food processor and add goat cheese. Blend to smooth, season with salt, pepper and add truffle oil
Parmesan Cream Sauce Ingredients: 50gm Onion 5gm Garlic 30ml White Wine 15gm Leek 30gm Butter 500ml Whipping Cream 50gm Parmesan Cheese To Taste Salt and white pepper Directions: 1. In a saucepan sweat onion, leek & garlic in butter until translucent. 2. Deglaze with white wine & let reduce until dry. 1. Add whipping cream and let reduce by ⅓rd. 2. Transfer mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. 3. Strain into a clean saucepan, reheat and season with salt and pepper. 4. Just before serving add parmesan cheese to the sauce.
Dear Members, It is with mixed emotion that I have to let you know that this will be my final submission for Club Life magazine here at Emirates Golf Club. My wife and I have decided to leave the UAE after almost four years and will return to Canada where we will live in Victoria, British Columbia. Working at EGC has been an amazing experience for me as it has given me an opportunity to combine both of my passions…cooking and golfing. I have had a chance to meet many of our amazing members at the Club and I have even been fortunate to be able to play a round with some of you. Jeffrey Brothers
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Friday 3rd Indian Invitational 13.00 Majlis Saturday, 4th Easter Scramble 13:00 Majlis Monday 6th Ladies Monthly Medal 08.30 Majlis Thursday 9th Hankook Greensones Round 1 06.35-13.35 Faldo Friday 10th Hankook Greensones Round 2 06.30-13.30 Majlis Saturday 11th US Masters Member/Guest Invitational 18.00 Par 3 Sunday 12th US Masters Par 3 Tournament 21.15 Par 3 Monday 13th Ladies Competition supported by Kellogg’s Special K 08.30 Majlis Monday 20th Ladies Competition 08.30 Faldo Wednesday 22nd Curtisy Cup 08.00-09.10 Majlis 13.10-14.20 Majlis Friday, 24th April Captain’s Day 13:00 Majlis Saturday, 25th April Mashreq Monthly Medal in Association 08:00 & 13:00 Majlis With BMW & Ruth’s Chris Steak House Monday 27th Lady Captain’s Day 08.30 Majlis
What’s On
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EXTREME GOLF COURSES The Merapi course The Merapi course is located underneath Mount Merapi in Indonesia which is an active volcano and a very active one at that. In June of 2006 the volcano erupted and killed two people. Back in 1930 it had erupted and killed more than 1,300 people. In October of 2010, because of it’s high activity level, the Indonesian Government placed it on a high alert status and ordered people living nearby to evacuate. Four years later and people are still playing golf everyday at the Merapi Golf Course.
Cape Kidnappers Golf Course Cape Kidnappers Golf Course is located in Hawkes Bay Province in New Zealand and is considered by many as the most intriguing golf course in the world. Not only is it an amazing looking golf course, but it is extremely challenging as well. Players have to deal with deep gullies and cliffs as they navigate through the course. By the looks of it, you had better keep your cart on the path.
La Paz Golf Club La Paz Golf Club in Bolivia is considered to be the highest course in the world. The course is located from 3,277 to 3,343 metres above sea level, so bring your oxygen tanks! The course was founded in 1912 and is one of the most prominent institutions in Bolivian Society.
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Sue Hopwood Faldo, hole No. 12 Tuesday 24th March 2015 Ian Ellis Faldo, hole no 8 Friday 20th March 2015
Past Captains Mick Brett and Angela Connor catching up together in Wales
WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP PAR 3 EVENT Winners: Professional Dong Lee and his partner In Ho Kim. Kim who had a nine-hole scramble score of 21.4
Great morning with the lady members taking part in the short game skills challenge with PGA Golf Professional Bryan Smyth in a recent complimentary clinic. The complimentary clinics take place every Sunday morning at 09.00 and are exclusive to lady members.
... a different breed of golfers!
Korean Ladies’ Morni The first monthly Korean L great success on Thursday 24 ladies taking part accom Professional Dong Lee. Co NamSoon Lee, Mikyung Yo and EunJoo Yoo who claim with 74 gross over the Par Emirates Golf Club.
Great afternoon with Chef Jeffrey demonstrating last month how to make Pavlova with Chocolate Mousse and Strawberries!
QUIZ NIGHT WINNERS Congratulations to team Party Fears 6 who won the Quiz Night in the Spike Bar on 2nd March and walked away with AED 400 vouchers to spend at Emirates Golf Club! Well done to teams Quizimodo and Mike Awol who were runners-up
Head Professional Stephen Deane, Senior Professional Alastair Brown and Academy Professional Jonathan Craddock attended two days of knowledge building at Thana City Golf Club in Bangkok to sucessfully undertake the World leading Dr. Kwon Golf Biomechanics instructor training programme
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Gastronomique French Friday Brunch at Le Classique Join us on Fridays between 12.30pm and 4pm for an afternoon of traditional French fare, live music and entertainment for the whole family in the stunning surrounds of Emirates Golf Club. Our gastronomique brunch offers sharing style starters, an array of delicious á la carte main courses, delightful desserts and a formidable fromage counter. AED 180 for food and soft beverages AED 310 for food and selected grape beverages AED 365 for food and selected grape and house beverages AED 55 for children between 6 and 12 years Children below 5 dine for free For reservations please contact Le Classique at Emirates Golf Club on +971 4 417 9999, email emiratesdining@dubaigolf.com or visit www.dubaigolf.com