The Padang Magazine - May/June 2021 by Singapore Cricket Club

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New Delights at The Padang Restaurant Soups

GRAVLAX BEETROOT CURED TASMANIAN SALMON Bouquet cress, balsamic pearl, vine tomato, horseradish crème fraiche

COMPRESSED MELON & BURATTA SALAD Honey pine nuts, mint, basil cress & olive oil pearls

Starters SEAFOOD CHOWDER Medley of organic vegetables

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LAMB RACK

Pine nut-crusted lamb rack served with roasted butternut squash mash, ratatouille of vegetable medley & mint sauce

CRISPY-SKIN BARRAMUNDI Barramundi served with seafood saffron risotto in wine-tarragon beurre blanc QUAIL BALLOTINE Served with roasted root vegetables & parsnip puree in cranberry wine jus WILD MUSHROOMS & BLACK TRUFFLE AGLIO OLIO Pasta cooked in white wine served with sauteed wild mushrooms, truffles, parsley & chili

BLOOD ORANGE SEMIFREDDO Prepared with nougat chips & raspberry gel BERRIES PANNA COTTA Prepared with lychee jelly & lemon peels

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General Committee 2021

Contents

PRESIDENT

CLUB NEWS President’s Message 3 SCC Annual General Meeting 2021 4—5 Staff Training 7 My SCC Memories 8—9 SportCares: Cricket Sport Clinics 10 — 11

Mr. Zoher Saleh Motiwalla zoher.motiwalla@scc.org.sg

DEPUTY PRESIDENT

Mr. Mathavan Devadas mathavan.devadas@scc.org.sg

FEATURES Say Hello to SCC Netball! In Conversation with Imran Khwaja SCC Father’s Day Special

FINANCE MEMBER

Mr. Hamish Christie hamish.christie@scc.org.sg

CHAIRMAN GAMES CONTROL BOARD Mr. Martin Goerojo martin.goerojo@scc.org.sg

CHAIRMAN, ESTABLISHMENT SUBCOMMITTEE Mr. Rajan Menon rajan.menon@scc.org.sg

CHAIRMAN, RULES AND MEMBERSHIP SUBCOMMITTEE Mr. Samuel Sharpe sam.sharpe@scc.org.sg

CHAIRLADY, FOOD AND BEVERAGE SUBCOMMITTEE Mrs. Margaret Cunico margaret.cunico@scc.org.sg

CHAIRMAN, PROPERTY SUBCOMMITTEE Mr. George V. Abraham george.abraham@scc.org.sg

CHAIRMAN, SOCIAL SUBCOMMITTEE Mr. Paul Lawlass paul.lawlass@scc.org.sg

CHAIRLADY, MEMBER ENGAGEMENT SUBCOMMITTEE Ms. Fathima Mohietheen fathima@scc.org.sg

CHAIRMAN, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE Mr. Srikanth Kakulapati srikanth.kakulapati@scc.org.sg

CHAIRMAN, INVESTMENT COMMITTEE LIAISON Mr. Jon Robinson jon.robinson@scc.org.sg

Subcommittee Members

The new Subcommittees have not been formed at the time of print.

DINING HIGHLIGHTS Mother’s Day Celebration Father’s Day Celebration Old World Wine Pairing Dinner Spirits & Wines of the Month Weekdays F&B Promotions Indian Kitchen Specials Oval Daily Specials Cake of the Month Oval Dinner Specials F&B and Social Calendar British Week Specials Singapore Hawker Delights Night Hari Raya Dinner Specials

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UPCOMING EVENTS Microgreen Workshop SCC Social Dance Class ACM Tour: The Malay World SCC Kombucha Workshop The Virtual Edition Quiz Night The Great SCC Virtual Escape Tanglin Gin Distillery Tour Social Events Survey

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MEMBER ENGAGEMENT SCC Community Outreach with Willing Hearts SCC Trail Walks SCC Book Club SCC Cycling Club

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Even while serving his hotel-SHN, SCC Member Terence Noe was never far from the Padang; this photo was taken by him and converted into an artistic cover for this issue of Padang magazine.

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MICROGREEN WORKSHOP

SATURDAY, 19 JUNE 2021 10.30am to 12.00pm 2 Tukang Innovation Grove, Raffles Park, Singapore 618305 Price: $35 nett / pax

Learn more about microgreens and how to grow them successfully at this workshop that will teach you about the nutritional benefits of microgreens, the different mediums you can grow them in, and how to prevent them from wilting.

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS: • Hands-on planting of 3 types of seeds • Hands-on harvesting of microgreens • Instructions on care before harvest • Notes on growing microgreens • Microgreens for you to take home

Registration Link: http://bit.ly/SCCMicrogreensWorkshop

PRESIDENT ’S MESSAGE

Dear Members, Thank you for your participation in our Club’s Annual General Meeting on 24 April 2021; a total of six resolutions were put forward and the majority of you voted to carry them forward with your votes. On behalf of the Club, I would like to take this opportunity to thank outgoing General Committee Members Mr. Rangachari Raghavan, Mr. Victor Olsen, Mr. Anwar Gaffoor, and Mr. David Jones for their tremendous service to the Club over the past term. We welcome Mr. Hamish Christie, Mr. Srikanth Kakulapati, Mr. Rajan Menon and Mr. Jon Robinson to the General Committee and look forward to working with them. Honours to SCC Lawn Bowler Ms. Shermeen Lim who recently won the BowlsSG National Ladies Open Championship. The SCC is currently hosting the BowlsSG National Pairs Bowls Championships (within strict social distancing guidelines) and the matches are held every Sunday with the finals to be held on 30 May. SCC has eight Mens’ and three Ladies’ teams participating. Do come along and support our bowlers. Preparations are underway for the projects for the replacement of the chiller plant and the building of the Padang Storage Building together with the alterations to the Bin Centre. Apart from adding greater functional value, it will add a very pleasant outlook looking at the Club with its eminent position in the middle of the Civic District, from the Connaught Drive side. We shall also be setting up an Investment Committee specifically to manage SCC reserves of about $20 million. We already have set some targets for the new term, including tackling what is a major concern for all establishments – data security; the Finance Sub-Committee will be finalising an IT and Cyber Security Review to ensure that the Club’s IT processes and structures are fit for their purpose from a security perspective. In addition to having had the privilege of being hosted at cricket in 2013 and 2019 by our reciprocal club, MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club – the home of Cricket), the SCC Bridge Section will be partaking in an inaugural Bridge match against the MCC on 16 May. Our thanks to Section Member Mr. Richard Holloway for setting this up. Ms. Edith Somogyi, the Bridge Convenor, will be one of the eight SCC players representing us. We set about in the last GC term to increase the contact points for Members with the Club in addition to Sports

and F&B. We are happy to say that Book Club initiative had received good traction and currently there are six groups with between five to nine members in each group. Currently, they all meet virtually via Zoom, but it would be great to be able to meet at the Club in person at some point in the future. For more information on the Book Club, do write in to memberengagement@scc.org.sg. The Brisk Walking and Running group meet on Monday evenings and they do a trail walk every third Saturday of the month. On 1 May, the Club had its first 20km group Bike Ride after which the cyclists came back to a hearty breakfast at the Courtyard. The Club has been a hive of activity the past many months. All F&B outlets have been very packed, particularly on Friday and Saturday evenings with waiting times of one hour not being uncommon. We beg our Members’ patience. If you are looking to do something different and have a quiet evening in, especially during the Mother’s Day and Father’s Day weekends, check out the special roast takeaway and delivery promotions our F&B team has in store for you. Our current lease expires in 2026. The Club has started dialogue with the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) and we shall keep the Members updated on progress in this area. As we look forward to the lease renewal, the Club should consider the feasibility of embarking on a development program to add more facilities, examining all options whether they be within the building, going underground and maybe even consider an off-site clubhouse. If you have any ideas and suggestions which you think can help us better the environment and offerings of SCC, please do write in with your contributions. While we still have to exercise caution to ensure the safety of everyone at SCC, we are thankful that our Members have been so adaptable and supportive, enabling the Club to return more or less to its lively self. Do continue patronising our facilities as we work on delivering more exclusive quality services to you. See you at the Clubhouse!

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CLUB NEWS

Annual General Meeting 24 April 2021

The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Singapore Cricket Club was conducted on 24 April 2021 virtually in the Club, due to COVID-19 safe management restrictions. Chairman Zoher Saleh Motiwalla called the meeting to order at 11.00am and voting was opened shortly after – this year, Members voted electronically while a small number of Members visited the Club to receive assistance with online registration and voting, while still adhering to safe distancing measures. The Chairman took questions about the proposed Resolutions from the virtual floor, following which the meeting was adjourned at 12.35pm. The meeting resumed at 6.00pm. With all businesses of the AGM concluded, the Chairman declared the meeting closed at 7.37pm. The Club extends its congratulations to the newly elected office Bearers at this year’s AGM. NOTICE OF RESOLUTION TENDERED PERSUANT TO RULE 57(D) OF THE RULES OF THE SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB.

NOTICE OF RESOLUTION TENDERED PERSUANT TO RULE 57(D) OF THE RULES OF THE SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB.

RESOLUTION 1

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That in accordance with Rule 37, the Committee be permitted to incur an expenditure of up to S$400,000/- (four hundred thousand dollars) to purchase an appropriate aircooled chiller system to replace the existing 2 (two) RT (refrigeration ton) air-cooled chillers at the Club premises, inclusive of all other associate professional fees, taxes, and expenses.

That the Club has investible funds, being funds in excess of working capital requirements (including the Sinking Fund) (“Investible Funds”) and it is resolved that, where the Committee elects to invest the funds of the Club pursuant to Rule 37(e), it shall only invest Investible Funds and the Club’s Investible Funds invested shall be managed with the following Terms of Reference.

The Resolution is declared carried by majority

NOTICE OF RESOLUTION TENDERED PERSUANT TO RULE 57(D) OF THE RULES OF THE SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB.

RESOLUTION 2 That in accordance with Rule 37, the Committee is permitted to incur an expenditure of up to S$440,000/- (four hundred and forty thousand dollars) for the Construction of Padang Storage Building and Alteration of Bin Centre inclusive of all other associate professional fees, taxes and expenses. The Resolution is declared carried by majority

NOTICE OF RESOLUTION TENDERED PERSUANT TO RULE 57(D) OF THE RULES OF THE SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB.

RESOLUTION 5 That the current Rule 34 and 56(b) be amended in the manner set out in the annexure hereto entitled “Annex 6 – Resolutions Proposed by Members” or in such other manner as this AGM may approve in whole or in parts with or without amendments and the General Committee be empowered to compile the amended Rule as approved by this AGM for submission to the Registrar of Societies for sanction. The Resolution is declared carried by majority

NOTICE OF RESOLUTION TENDERED PERSUANT TO RULE 57(D) OF THE RULES OF THE SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB.

RESOLUTION 3

RESOLUTION 6

That the current Rule 37 be and is hereby amended in the manner set out in the annexure hereto entitled “Resolution Three – Proposed Amendments to the Rules” or in such other manner as this AGM may approve in whole or in parts with or without amendments and the General Committee be empowered to compile the amended Rule as approved by this AGM for submission to the Registrar of Societies for sanction.

That the current Rule 37(d) be and is hereby amended in the manner set out in the annexure hereto entitled “Annex 6 – Resolutions Proposed by Members” or in such other manner as this AGM may approve in whole or in parts with or without amendments and the General Committee be empowered to compile the amended Rule as approved by this AGM for submission to the Registrar of Societies for sanction.

The Resolution is declared carried by majority

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CLUB NEWS

THE GENERAL COMMIT TEE 2021/2022 The following Office Bearers were elected at the Annual General Meeting on 24 April 2021.

Mr Zoher Saleh Motiwalla President

Mr Mathavan Devadas Deputy President

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Mr Martin Goerojo Chairman Games Control Board

Mr Hamish Christie Finance Member hamish.christie@scc.org.sg

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Mr George V. Abraham Committee Member

Ms Margaret Cunico Committee Member

Mr Srikanth Kakulapati Committee Member

Mr Paul Lawlass Committee Member

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Mr Rajan Menon Committee Member

Ms Fathima Mohietheen Committee Member

Mr Jon Robinson Committee Member

Mr Samuel Sharpe Committee Member

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THE 2021 UK BUDGET REVIEW Rishi Sunak’s Budget this year was a Budget of two halves. His Budget Speech on 3rd March set out a broad 5-year plan combining short-term economic stimulus with medium term fiscal tightening. This was then followed by the publication of a clutch of ‘Consultation Documents’ on 23rd March which make wide-ranging structural changes to the tax system. The Budget was dominated by the financial impact of Covid-19. The Government has borrowed £408bn so far to fund Covid relief alone, and National Debt is set to peak at 97.1% of GDP in 2023/24. Mr Sunak described repaying this debt as a ‘generational task’. In the meantime, the Government will continue to do ‘whatever it takes’ to protect jobs and businesses. Due to measures already taken, the Office for Budget Responsibility now anticipates a swifter and more sustained recovery, with the economy expected to return to pre-Covid levels by mid-2022. The four top stimulus announcements from the Budget Day speech: •

Extension of Stamp Duty relief on the first £500,000 paid towards residential property to 30th June, followed by a reduction to £250,000 before returning to preCovid levels of £125,000 from 1st October 2021

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Introduction of 8 Freeports aimed at local regeneration, enjoying enhanced Capital Allowances for business investment, 100% Stamp Duty and Business Rates relief and Employer National Insurance relief until 2026

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A ‘super deduction’ of 130% of the value business investment between 1st April 2021 – 31st March 2023

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A generous enhancement to the corporate loss relief rules to allow an unlimited carry back of losses to generate prior year Corporation Tax refunds

The five major tax-raising measures announced: •

Corporation Tax will rise from 19% to 25% from 1st April 2023

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On 6th April 2021, the Income Tax allowance will rise to £12,570 and the Basic Rate Threshold to £37,700. Both will then be frozen until 5th April 2026

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The Annual Exempt Amount for Capital Gains Tax will remain unchanged to 5th April 2026

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The Lifetime Allowance for UK Pension Rights will remain fixed at £1,073,100 until 5th April 2026

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The Inheritance Tax allowance of £325,000 will also remain fixed until 5th April 2026

Consultation Day did not, thankfully, result in an overhaul of the Inheritance Tax system, pegging Capital Gains Tax rates to Income Tax or indeed the introduction of a one-off Wealth Tax, which had been the subject of much speculation. Instead, the Treasury has opted for a more reserved series of measures. The following are noteworthy: •

Timely Payment – A means of bringing the payment of tax closer to the point where the income/gain arises

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Making Tax Digital – This will apply to landlords from 6th April 2023 and will replace the Self-Assessment tax regime

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Non-Compliance – A further raft of measures aimed at those who are not compliant with their tax obligations, promoters of failed tax schemes and collection of international tax debt

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Property Developer Tax – A new tax to be introduced in 2022 levied on the largest developers of residential property.

Overall, the combined cumulative tax revenue raised by the measures announced in the Budget Speech over the five-year period to 5th April 2026 is £68.975bn; or a mere 17% of the present level of Covid-19 related borrowing. Further measures will certainly be needed in due course, but for the moment the Chancellor appears to be taking the view that it will, indeed, require a generational commitment to repay the debt. The levels and bases of taxation and reliefs from taxation can change at any time. The value of any tax relief depends on individual circumstances. Select Investors is a Partner Practice of St. James’s Place (Singapore) Private Limited. What should you do now? For British Expatriates and those with assets or pensions in the UK, the Budget and Consultation Day announcements have left us with an obvious call to action. Select Investors invites all SCC members to a confidential no-obligation meeting with their Head of Tax, Martin Rimmer to discuss the impact of these announcements on your own tax, succession and wealth plans – and to make them better. Contact martin.rimmer@sjpp.asia to book your appointment.

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CLUB NEWS

Staff Training In March 2021, a new range of premium wines and the Wine Save Pro Technology, that uses argon gas to preserve opened bottles of wine, was introduced in the Club. With this advanced wine preservation method and to compliment the new wines, the Club also starting offering wine flights. To equip our staff with the necessary skills and knowledge to work with these new products, a training session was conducted on 27 February 2021 during which our team were familiarised with the tasting notes of the premium labels and learnt how to operate the Wine Save Pro technology.

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OBITUARIES The Club records with deep regret the passing of our Members. Our sincere condolences go out to the families of the departed. Mr M Bala Subramanion

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SCC - SportCares Cricket Sport Clinics During the March school holidays, SCC organised another series of Cricket sports clinics with SportCares’s different Saturday Night Lights programs: • 13 March: 16 participants from District West United Juniors • 15 March: 16 participants from Bartley Boys • 16 March: 16 participants from Xerox United • 20 March: 16 participants from Serangoon Samba All the kids enjoyed themselves and the experience of trying a new sport; we are excited to partner with SportCares again and work with its constituents.

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SAY HELLO TO OUR ! N IO T C E S L L A B T E N C C S The 71-strong Netball Section is a close-kit family of Members of diverse ages who train and play hard while having lots of fun together both on and off the courts. In this issue, we speak with three of our SCC Netballers for an insight into this dynamic Section.

ELIZABETH MOHAN – 16 YEARS OLD What made you decide to join the Netball Section? I have been a regular at the Club since I was a literal baby (my dad has been a member for over 20 years). Every time we ate at The Oval I would witness the athletes out on the court training rigorously and just having the best time. I’ve always known that the Club had a Netball Section but never got around to finding out more information until the end of last year. I wanted the opportunity to make connections with people of all ages, all united by their love for the sport. I knew that joining the Netball Section would allow me to meet new people and forge lasting friendships through the time spent during practice.

At my first session, I witnessed the warmth and friendliness from all the other players, and at that moment I knew that I was about to be welcomed with open arms by people of different ages and backgrounds. Also, there’s just no better way to end a tough day at school than with such a positive community.

What made you interested in the sport? I started playing netball when I was 13. I was an accidental netballer. I was keen on joining track and field in secondary school. At the tryouts for netball, I was approached by my senior, Xin Yi (who is one of my closest friends today), who felt that I had the height and could be useful to the team for certain matches. I was given a crash course in netball and played only one quarter in my school team’s next match! Despite feeling a little lost, I loved the intense rush of adrenaline I experienced that day as well as the warmth from my teammates. That’s what got me fired up and keen to carry on with the sport.

What would you say to those who think Netball is only for younger athletic females? Woah. I totally disagree with this statement. I may not be the best person to answer this question, seeing that I am a young athletic female, but most clubs welcome women of all ages and backgrounds, and, to me, this is what makes the netball community such a welcoming and nurturing one. It’s not just one’s physicality that makes them suitable for the sport. It’s also about the mindset and readiness to respond to the demands the sport places on the way you think, to defend, or to anticipate an attack, and eventually, to score a goal. I look up to so many Netballers who do not let their age define them, and are at their peak in terms of agility, speed and athletic skills. How lucky I am to have such glorious role models.

What’s your favourite dish at SCC and why? My favourite dish has got to be the Mutton Rendang. It is slowcooked and braised in coconut milk seasoned with a herb and spice mixture, until the liquids evaporate and the meat turns dark brown and tender, becoming caramelized and infused with rich flavours. It just melts in my mouth and there’s no better way to describe the sensation I get from devouring it.

Why should Members join the Netball Section? You’ll not only be able to reap all the physical benefits offered by the sport, keep fit and feel great but also being in a team, you learn how to work with people of various backgrounds. It’s a great bonding experience knowing that you are part of a team of women who are here to support you, many of whom I became instant friends with. Also, training is extremely flexible, so come as you please. What’s stopping you from joining us?

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LAURA HEYWORTH – 37 YEARS OLD What is your favourite netball position and why? It’s probably Centre (C), although as I get older playing Wing Attack (WA) means I have less of the court to run around on, which is a bonus when there are so many youngsters to keep up with on court now! I love mid court attacking positions because I can use my height to bring the ball down the court effectively and provide high feeds to our shooters. It’s also a really energetic position, and I enjoy linking up the play between defence and attack.

What does a typical SCC Netball training session entail? Eric, Nan and Jini all make sure we firstly have fun at training. We often start with ball drills or cardio exercise in the form of a fun activity, it allows all players of all levels to join in together and warms us up and gets us chatting and to know each other better. We often then progress to more formal dynamic warm up drills both with and without the ball. Each session then might concentrate on an area of our game each team needs to improve upon, such as feeds into the circle. Our coaches always give really constructive advice and are supportive in encouraging you to keep trying until we are playing more confidently. Training often ends with a game, practising some of the skills we have been learning.

What are some of the Section activities off the courts that you have enjoyed? I’m pleased to say I’ve made some great friends through SCC Netball. And this bond has been reinforced through social activities such a quizzes, social tournaments, dinners and intersection events for example. There’s a good few members of the squad who enjoy a few drinks together at Stumps bar, and had been known to frequent Hero’s for some dancing before Covid restrictions! Socially the team is also hugely supportive, and I received a really thoughtful hamper of goodies last year on the date of my wedding, which we had to postpone due to us being unable to fly back to the UK.

What’s your favourite spot in SCC and why? The Stumps terrace for drinks as the sun goes down. It really is one of the best views looking out over the Padang. You can’t beat the gin and tonic prices either!

Why should Members join the Netball Section? We are a super friendly bunch, with great humour both on and off court. I think we are a great blend of Singaporeans and Expats, and as an expat it’s made me feel at home in Singapore. We love playing netball and are competitive in all our matches, but we also know it’s just a game, and the enjoyment of playing netball comes from participation at any level.

The SCC Netball Section consists of the following teams: • SCC Hawks (1st Ladies’ team) • SCC Eagles (2nd Ladies’ team) • SCC Ospreys (Junior team competing in adult leagues) • SCC Flamingos (Touring team) • SCC Kites (Juniors competing in adult leagues) • SCC Falcons (mixed team with male members from other Sections including Cricket and Rugby) • SCC Chicks (U16 team) Social players also make up an integral part of the Section. Trainings are currently on every Wednesday at the Multi-Purpose Courts, from 7pm. In addition, the Section also organises other activities including cross-trainings and socials! For more information on the SCC Netball Section and to sign up, contact the Convenor Nanthini Viknesh at sccnetball@gmail.com

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TANYA TOPFER – 57 YEARS OLD What made you decide to join the Netball Section? I played netball in Australia since I was a child, and have always enjoyed the sport. When I moved to Singapore, I hoped that I would be able to continue to play and was delighted when I discovered that SCC had a Netball Section. I quickly sent off an email, somewhat nervous that I would be considered too old to join (I am in my late 50’s). I was overjoyed to receive a reply from Nanthini declaring ‘age is just a number’ and welcoming me to the Section. Nanthini’s email is the reason I decided to join the Netball Section; I knew I would be among friends.

What interested you in the sport? In Australia netball is the highest participation sport, most little girls have at least tried netball, I played because my friends played. I respect the netball ethos of providing the opportunity to participate in sport in a way the brings good health, recognition, achievement, involvement, and satisfaction. From grass roots level to elite competition there is a place for everyone in the netball community. Many of my closest friendships have been formed through my involvement in netball and I have had the opportunity to participate in many wonderful competitions, and spectate at state, national and international tournaments. Netball for me is not so much an interest as a way of life, and includes playing, coaching, umpiring, socialising and spectating. I will continue to be involved in netball in whatever capacity that I am able.

What would you say to those who think Netball is only for younger athletic females? I would say to those that think netball is only for younger athletic female that sport in general is a lifelong pursuit, if possible; netball is no exception. Netball is inclusive of all levels of ability, including

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athletes with a disability and is not gender specific (although boys are not able to play after the age of twelve until they are adults), and does not discriminate based on age. For the vast majority of people, sport is for leisure, fitness and friendship; we don’t stop having fun and enjoying our sports because we get older. While the young athletic females have the opportunity to rise to elite levels, there are still opportunities for older players to broaden their game beyond social netball and participate in Masters competitions, which welcome players both socially and competitively from the age of 35.

What is your favourite dish at SCC and why? My favourite SCC dish is Tandoori Achari Portobello Mushrooms. It’s new, and it’s delicious!

Why should Members join the Netball Section? Members should join the Netball Section because it is fun and inclusive. We are learning all the time, and (hopefully) always working on our fitness. We have a great coach, thanks Eric (thanks also to Jini and Nanthini and the Netball Section Committee for their wonderful input). We are very lucky to have two beautifully maintained courts at the SCC, where we can train and play. The Section has supported its Members throughout the pandemic, organising online get togethers, sporting challenges, and facetime games such as trivia. When training resumed, the enthusiasm to be a part is testament to the Section’s engagement with its Members and the comradery that exists. So if you have been thinking of joining the SCC Netball Section I would encourage you to give it a try. The SCC Netball Section has a place for everyone.

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IN CONVERSATION WITH:

IMRAN KHWAJA

A SCC Member since 1986, Imran Khwaja is a successful lawyer and Partner in Tan Rajah & Cheah, one of Singapore’s oldest law firms. He is a litigator engaged mainly in Dispute Resolution including areas of arbitration, commercial law, employment, insolvency, Islamic law, defamation, club law, constitutional law, sports law and family law. With a wealth of experience in litigation, arbitration, mediation, negotiation and dispute resolution, he has acted across a wide spectrum of matters and his clients include corporations, societies, clubs and individuals as well as international sports bodies, governments and foreign corporations; he has appeared in numerous cases including in the Supreme Court of Singapore in a wide range of matters and has been counsel for various cases in which the Court pronounced landmark decisions and which are reported. He has also acted for the Governments of Philippines and Malaysia in the recovery of the ill-gotten gains. Imran held the position of Interim Chairman and is the Deputy Chairman and Director of the International Cricket Council (ICC) which is the international governing body of cricket. He is also the Chairman of the 95 Associate Members of the ICC. He sits on various ICC Committees including Financial & Commercial Affairs and Development. He has sat on various Disciplinary Panels over the years including ICC’s Dispute Resolution Panel. Currently, he also sits on the Appeal Panel of the Singapore Hockey Federation. Imran captained the Singapore National Cricket team at various times and represented Singapore in cricket from 1974 to 1995 including in several editions of mini ICC World Cup - “The ICC Trophy”. He played for the Army in his years of National Service and thereafter the Singapore Recreation Club (SRC). He captained the SRC between 1990–1991 in which years they became champions of the Division 1 League in Singapore.

THE PADANG MAY / JUN 2021

FEATURE

How did you get interested in cricket and what age were you? From the tender age of 5 years, my grandfather would take my brothers and I to the Padang. He would lay out a large oriental carpet on which we would sit, play and watch the cricket match that was going on. This went on for years. The game of Cricket was explained to us, we followed the contests that were taking place on the field, and the love affair with the game just blossomed over the years. Who would have thought then that I too would one day be a player on these hallowed grounds.

You represented and captained the Singapore national cricket team for a number of years. What special moments do you remember most fondly? The memories of playing League Cricket and representing the National Team are bitter and sweet depending on whether I wear the hat of the victor or the vanquished. There are too many memorable moments on the field to recount but what is most special of my playing days is that the Cricket community in Singapore was a very closely knit one. In spite of the intense and fierce rivalry on the field, we were friends, and to this day we have remained close. The values of camaraderie and esprit de corps which Cricket fosters goes beyond the heat of battle of the playing field.

You joined SCC in 1986. What led you to become a member? After my call to the Bar and return from London, I joined the SCC because it was the melting pot of the Singapore sporting community.

Cricket in Singapore has developed significantly in the last 15-20 years and much of that was under your Presidency of SCA. What pleases you most about where cricket in Singapore is today?

Cricket is a character building sport. It should be developed on that theme and I believe the schools and parents will embrace it on that basis.

You have been on the Board of the International Cricket Council (ICC) since 2008 and Deputy Chairman since 2017. This is a honour for a small sporting country like Singapore. How do you think can Singapore play a more significant role in global sports in general? You point out that I have had the honour of holding every major position over the years in the International Cricket Council including Interim Chairman; the credit for this goes to the fact that we as Singaporeans are moulded by a culture that if we decide to serve a cause we do so in a spirit of transparency, integrity and accountability. Ultimately this is recognised by those we serve. I am proud to wave the Singapore flag internationally and credit must go to what being “Singaporean” has made me.

Being Deputy Chairman of ICC is a huge commitment. What drives you to continue in this capacity and what changes would you like to see in international cricket over the next 10 years or so?

I am the person that I am today because of the values the game (Cricket) has imbued in me.

I don’t think it would be fair to say that Cricket developed in Singapore significantly under my presidency in the last 15 – 20 years. Cricket’s development and growth has been cyclical and subject to our nation’s demographic changes and the perceptions of how much time the Singapore parent was prepared to allow their children to participate in sports. What pleases me most of where we are today is that our technical skills have improved considerably and we are capable of performing and competing in the intentional arena, especially in T20 Cricket.

What developments to cricket in Singapore would you like to see over the next 10 years? The development I would most like to see in Singapore is for a full scale introduction of Cricket in our schools, and the promotion of Women’s Cricket with a view to putting Men’s and Women’s Cricket at a similar parity in the long term.

No one should hold a position unless he is prepared to accord it the time and effort to discharge obligations of the office he undertakes. What prompted me to serve as a cricket administrator is to give back to the game what it gave and did for me. Amongst other things, I am the person that I am today because of the values the game has imbued in me. I got my one and only job because of Cricket, my deep friendships arose from Cricket and the metaphors by which I live life are associated with Cricket. What I can now give back to the sport is but a small measure of what it has done to enrich my life.

For our younger members who hope to play sports at the highest level, what advice would you give them? “You can’t win unless you learn how to lose”. To play is more important than to win. The bright side of defeat is that you learn to rise from it.

If you could invite five sports people past or present, to SCC for dinner, who would they be? The only three people I would invite are the three groundsmen of SCC, SRC and CSC from the days I played league cricket; men who took great pride in tending their grounds with love and reverence and making it possible for the cricketing community to play and enjoy Cricket over the years.

Describe what SCC means to you in a sentence? Camaraderie, espirit de corps and fraternity.

MAY / JUN 2021 THE PADANG

FE ATURE

SCC Dads & Kids

For Father’s Day this year, our SCC kids tell us all about their great dads while our dads share their thoughts on fatherhood.

Father-son duo Robin and Benjamin Khoo are both in SCC Tennis teams; Benjamin himself started out very early and was one of the youngest JSMs accepted into the Club.

BENJAMIN KHOO - 13 YEARS OLD How are you and your Dad the same? When we do something, my dad and I are both very focused and would try our best to complete and execute that certain task well. We are also very relaxed and can handle a lot of pressure in stressful situations.

What is one great thing about your Dad? My dad is a very motivational person as he always cheers me on during the match. He would also tell me what I’ve done well after the match and the things that I can improve on in the future.

Is there anything you have learnt about your Dad from playing tennis with him? I have learnt many things from my dad when playing. For instance, he teaches me how to analyse and strategize when playing any opponent. In addition, I learnt that I must have good sportsmanship before, during and after the match.

Is there a particular thing you tell / do for your father before he competes in a match? I would tell him not to give up and push to his best efforts. But most importantly that he should have fun and play and enjoy his match with his opponent.

What is one memorable thing that your Dad has said to you? The most memorable thing that my dad said to me was actually to do with tennis. He told me, ”The next point is the only thing that you need to think about.”

ROBIN KHOO How did both you and your son get involved in Tennis? For me it was through friends that I knew who played tennis. I started tennis when I was around 13 to 14 years old. For Ben, we introduced tennis to him when he was just 3.5 years old. Fast forward to now at 13, he’s a JSM playing for SCC C team. And to think I just started playing tennis at this age then. Time flies when you’re having fun!

Is it important that your family has a place to go to and enjoy activities together? Yes it’s important that we do activities together and more often than not, it involves the tennis court. However, with my children’s packed schedule of tennis and studies, we seldom find time to do activities together, making this more important than ever.

Is there anything you have learnt about your son from playing tennis with him? Yes I have learnt that he takes the game seriously at training and matches but really lets his hair down when playing with his old man!

Is there a particular thing you tell / do for your son before he competes in a match? Yes I try to calm his nerves and tell him to relax and to pretend he is playing against me. I also tell him to wear his cap, put more sunblock and take his energy bar.

What are you most thankful for? I’m thankful for my son’s love for the game. It’s important that the driving force comes from him and it’s not forced. I’m also impressed by his ability to deliver when it really matters. At the end of the day he knows that it’s the effort and way he plays like in training that matters not the result. The result will take care of itself naturally.

What advice do you have for your son about his interests and future career? I would say: Just follow your heart and dreams and reach for the stars! The most important is to do what you like and keep on working at it. Be focused and never give up. This would apply to sports, studies or even his future career.

THE PADANG MAY / JUN 2021

FEATURE

Say hello to the Slater family of cricketeers - with eldest son George training at the Padang while twins Madeleine and Henry also learning cricket at SCC Dempsey Field, and dad Lee serving as the Sat XI representative for the Cricket Section Committee!

GEORGE SLATER - 10 YEARS OLD

MADELEINE SLATER - 5 YEARS OLD

What is your favourite memory with Daddy?

What is your Daddy’s favourite food?

Going freediving in the Maldives where we swam with thousands of the manta ray. It’s a rare event that was being filmed by National Geographic (mass aggregation) It was just me and Daddy swimming together and we were far out to sea - it was super cool and super exciting; we free dived into a manta ray vortex and there were huge manta rays circling all around us - I will remember it forever!

Lettuce and spicy things.

What is one word you would use to describe him? Loyal (I am not allowed to say sweaty as this is a polite magazine :) )

If you could go anywhere with him for the day, where would you choose and why? There are lots of exciting places to go but honestly, if I could choose anywhere, I would go and see the grandmas with him in England - we could go walking in the countryside and do lots of nice things together in the outdoors.

What does he like to watch? Movies & cricket & more cricket.

How does Daddy make you feel special? Cuddles & kisses but he is spiky! He also plays cricket with me and we go walking in the park and swimming together.

HENRY SLATER - 5 YEARS OLD What does Daddy like to do? Likes to do exercise and drink beer!

What does he always tell you? “Go to bed!” “Eat your food!” Oh and, “catch the ball.”

What is your favourite thing about Daddy? He plays cricket with me.

LEE SLATER What is something that you had as a child that kids today don’t have? Patience?! We had an enormous amount of freedom & time outdoors -we used to go off on our bikes sometimes for the whole day. Whilst times have changed, what I do love is seeing them spending time outdoors -with my wife & I or just with their friends. Swimming, playing cricket or football or running - it is so good for them & makes them happier and calmer - so we have been increasing this as during the height of the lockdown we missed being outdoors and so we are making the most of it now. I love seeing them running around on the cricket field and throwing balls.

Was there, or is there, anything they watch or listen to that just drives you crazy? Sadly - and I am saying this through clenched teeth - Captain Underpants appears to be a firm favourite in our house

Any advice for fathers-to-be? I read somewhere recently that by the time they hit 18, you will have had 90% of the conversations you will ever have with them…so enjoy every sleep deprived minute! MAY / JUN 2021 THE PADANG

FE ATURE

The active Goerojo family can often be found on the tennis courts, Padang field, or at The Courtyard relaxing together during the weekends. The three kids told us all about their Dad, who had his reactions to their answers!

MARTIN GOEROJO - 6 YEARS OLD What does Daddy like to wear? Martin Junior: Shorts and tee shirt. Martin Senior: Living on a sunny island is perfect for shorts and tee shirts. It makes one feel like one is on a perpetual holiday.

Where is his favourite place to go? Martin Junior: SCC. Martin Senior: The Padang, tennis courts and Courtyard have become a home away from home.

Which superhero do you think Daddy is most like? Martin Junior: The Hulk. Martin Senior: He must mean the calm version of the green man. I never get angry.

ANEŽKA GOEROJO - 8 YEARS OLD What is your Daddy really good at? Anežka: He is good at mathematics, tennis, golf, skiing and football. Martin: Well, I enjoy all of the above. I would not call myself good at any of those, but it is true that playing sports makes me happy and I enjoy solving P2-4 math quizzes. Ask me the same questions again in two years’ time when it is P6 maths though!

What makes him happy? Anežka: Spending time with us. Martin: True. Seeing the kids grow must be the most rewarding experience one can ever ask for.

What do you think Father’s Day is about? Anežka: I think Father's Day is about appreciating and loving them. Martin: How about the other days in the year? ;o).

ELIŠKA GOEROJO - 9 YEARS OLD What makes your Daddy laugh? Eliška: Making fun of us and himself and trying to speak Singlish. Martin: One can never takes oneself too seriously. Goes without saying that seeing people smile rather than frown makes everyone's day a bit better.

What makes you proud of him? Eliška: When he is able to make his own cup of coffee. Martin: But it does not taste half as nice as when someone makes the coffee for me.

For Father’s Day, Is there anything you would like to tell your Daddy? Eliška: I would like to tell him that I appreciate the times when he had to stay up late at night to help me with my mathematics. Martin: I think she meant 'patience' more then staying up late. Other parents may agree, there aren't enough hours in the day to cater to all the kids’ activities, homework and enough sleep.

MARTIN GOEROJO Is there anything you thought you’d never say/do when you became a dad that you find yourself saying all the time? It would probably be 'don't'. I reckon becoming a parent has led to a surge of starting a sentence with 'don't!'. “Don't play with that chair”, “don't put the toys on the table when you eat”, “don't play with my phone”, “don't dilly dally”, and the list goes on...

How do you balance having time for yourself, your family, friends, career, interests etc? I stopped trying. I do make it a point that family is included in what I do as much as I can. And the Club plays a pivotal part in our weekly routine and you'd often find me in the Courtyard with the three of them in tow.

What do you hope your children will most remember about you? Having loving parents and siblings that can count on each other.

THE PADANG MAY / JUN 2021

FEATURE

This dad plays for the SCC Thirds while his son is a promising player in the SCC Football Academy.... meet the Jeevans who have fun with their fancy footwork on the Padang!

DANEYAL CHELLAM JEEVAN - 8 YEARS OLD What things does Daddy know the most about? He knows a lot about what’s happening around the world because he reads a lot.

What is one thing you love most about him? He’s very fun. He takes me to fun places such as parks, playgrounds and football.

If you can wish one thing for your Daddy, what would be it? Less work so he could spend more time with me.

JEEVAN GANESAN What do you wish someone had told you about being a dad before you became one? Patience is a virtue and it will be fully tested..!!

Is there anything you did when you were young that you hope your son does not do? Be less impulsive and not focused on short term gains.

What are your hopes for your son? That he grows up to be a man of integrity, strong values and contributes positively to society and his community (and plays football for Spurs!).

Celebrated Mother’s Day and/or Father’s Day at SCC? Share your family photos with us! Email your image files to us at marcom@scc.org.sg by Monday, 21 June 2021, for a chance to have your photos published in the next issue of Padang Magazine. We look forward to your submissions!

Publication policies apply.

MAY / JUN 2021 THE PADANG

* C h il d re n nu A la C a rte M e Ava il a b le u p o n re qu e st

4-COURSE SET MENU

9 May 2021

Lunch 12pm – 3pm Dinner 7pm onwards $78.00

per pax

/ $128.00

per pax*

(*inclusive of free flow champagne, house pour wines, tiger beer & soft drinks)

MAIN

Braised Beef Cheek

Butternut squash mousseline, crispy onions & horseradish or

Bresse Duck Breast

Sweet beetroot mousseline, crispy quinoa & organic carrots or

King Salmon

STARTER

Argentine Ahi Tuna

Heirloom vegetables niçoise

SOUP

Maine Lobster Bouillabase Coconut foam

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Lemon potato rosette, Romanesco broccoli, saffron beurre blanc

DESSERT

Mango Tart

Lime-dusted mango pearls & coconut ice cream

Coffee & Tea With praline

Reservations are on a first–come-first-serve basis; terms and conditions apply. For reservations and enquiries, please contact The Padang Restaurant at 6338 9271. A confirmation email will be sent to you once the booking has been processed within 3 working days of the date of reservation. Cancellation of reservations must be made in writing and received by the Club no later than 14 working days prior to the date of the Event. Please note that the full amount will be charged for cancellations made after the cancellation cut-off date. A no-show charge of the full amount will apply for no-show on the date of the Event. In the event of a reduction in the final number of confirmed pax after the cancellation cut-off date, the full charge will be levied. The Restaurant reserves the right to choose an alternative seating arrangement within the restaurant to accommodate your booking.

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free f s iv e o f in e s , ( * in c lu pour w e s u o h ) agne, d r in k s champ & soft r e e b t ig e r

Seared Hokkaido Scallops

Sweet baby beet puree & crispy sakura ebi

SOUP

Potato & Leek Velouté

White asparagus, Kaviari white sturgeon caviar & Bafun uni

MAIN

Grilled MS6 Fillet Mignon

ren *Child enu r te M Ala Ca lable Av a i e qu e st upon r

Sweet potato mousseline & dark chocolate au jus or

Pine Nut Crusted Rack of Lamb

Butternut pumpkin mousseline, heirloom vegetable ratatoullie & confit vine tomatoes or

Crispy Australian Barramundi

Wilted spinach & mulligatawny broth

DESSERT

Cinnamon Crumble Cheesecake

Lemon meringue, almond tulip & strawberries

Coffee & Tea With praline

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19 TH SCC WINE & GOURMET SERIES

Old World Wine Pairing Dinner

All Wine Circle Members will enjoy a $25 subsidy upon confirmation of reser vation.

Featuring Well Appreciated & Award-Winning Wines Friday, 28 May 2021 From 7pm onwards WINES CURATED BY RODERIC PRONIEWSKI Founder Asia Wine Network Pte Ltd * WSET Certified with Distinction * Educator Ecole du Vin de Bordeaux * Senior Judge IWC London * Overseas Guest Judge Michelangelo South Africa Roderic shares his passion for wines by conducting frequent talks and seminars on wines, and actively participating in events such as the World Gourmet Summit, International Wine Challenge, Slow Food Association and countless regional wine fests and exhibitions. He also co-organized the Wine and Spirit Asia Wine Challenge in Singapore from 2010 to 2014, and judged wine challenges such as “Michelangelo” in South Africa, the IWC London as well as the French Sommelier Competition. Roderic is accredited from the famous Ecole du Vin de Bordeaux (Bordeaux Wine School) and is a Chevalier of L’Ordre des Coteaux de Champagne, Commandeur D’Honneur de L’Ordre du Bon Temps, Chevalier Sabreur of the Confréries du Sabre D’Or, Prudhomme de la Jurade de St Emilion, and member of the International Wine and Food Society. He also set up an import and distribution company in Singapore that became an icon in the local and regional wine scene; earning multiple accolades such as Wine Distributor of the Year in 2017 and 2019. Roderic has a mission: to find a balance between the growing presence of wine in Asia with the wine knowledge essential for quality service and enjoyable wine consumption. As such, Roderic regularly travels within Asia to understand the specificity of the local markets, and also pays frequent visits to wine producing countries to keep in touch with the constant innovations in the wine industry. He also developed an interest for South American Wines and has extensively visited wineries in Argentina, Chile, Brazil and Uruguay. He is also interested in sustainability, organic, biodynamic and environmentally-friendly products.

Member

$108 per person

Guest

$128 per person

Degustation Wine Dinner Menu by Executive Chef Richard Ng

5 Course Dinner Tintoretto Prosecco Rose 2019, Italy Grape Varietal: Glera

CARBONARA SOUS VIDE ORGANIC EGG Avruga caviar, Iberico ham, parmesan chips & cilantro cress

Reserve De Bonpas Côtes Du Rhone 2018, France Grape Varietal: Grenache Blanc / Clairette / Viognier

LOBSTER Tian of lobster, melon & avocado salad, citrus saffron aioli

Chateau Ferrande Graves Blanc 2017, France Grape Varietal: Sauvignon Blanc / Sauvignon Gris / Semillon

BALLOTINE CHICKEN Crispy sage, dehydrated beetroot, giblet gravy

Sonsierra Rioja Crianza Seleccion 2014, Spain Grape Varietal: Tempranillo

COLORADO LAMB Spinach puree, sweet carrot mousseline, caramelized Maui onion gel

Chateau Du Rocher Cuvee Antonius St-Emilion Grand Cru 2015, France Grape Varietal: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc

PINEAPPLE CONFIT Kaffir lime, honey tuile & coconut ice cream

SCC COFFEE & TEA Petite Four Description

Special Take-Away $

Tintoretto Prosecco Rose 2019, Italy

$42.00 (u.p. $55.00)

Reserve De Bonpas Côtes Du Rhone 2018, France $45.00 (u.p. $60.00) Chateau Ferrande Graves Blanc 2017, France

$60.00 (u.p. $85.00)

Sonsierra Rioja Crianza Seleccion 2014, Spain

$50.00 (u.p. $68.00)

Chateau Du Rocher Cuvee Antonius St-Emilion Grand Cru 2015, France

$72.00 (u.p. $90.00)

Call 6338 9271 for reservations. Limited seating available. Reservations are on a first-come-first-serve basis. 40% is chargeable for cancellations after Monday, 24 May 2021 and 100% for no show.

SPIRITS & WINES

FO O D & B EVERAG E

BOTTLES OF THE MONTH

SAVE

$40.00

The Balvenie 12 Years Old $118.00 per bottle (Usual Price: $158.00)

SAVE

Highland Park 12 Years Old

$50.00

$118.00 per bottle (Usual Price: $168.00)

SAVE

Bombay Sapphire Gin

$40.00

$88.00 per bottle

(Usual Price: $128.00)

Di Giorgio Coonawarra Chardonnay, Australia

Di Giorgio Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon, Australia

Full bodied white. Pale straw colour. Lifted aromas of rock melon, white stone fruit and toasty oak. A complex layered palate, showing white peach and nectarine flavours, beautifully balanced with textured oak. The creamy mid palate evolves into a long and flinty mineral finish. $68.00 per bottle / $15.80 per glass

Full bodied dry red. Deep crimson, almost opaque with purple highlights. Blueberry, blackcurrant and boysenberry fruit aromas with vanilla and spice characters resulting from extended maturation in very tight grained oak barrels. Lifted blackcurrant, raspberry, and black olives, with soft, fine tannins and ample sweet fruit flavours. A persistent finish with toasty, spicy oak spilling onto the palate.

Ridgeview Bloomsbury NV, UK

Ridgeview Fitzrovia Rose NV, UK

Light gold colour with a fine persistent mousse. Clean, crisp pear and white peach aromas are balanced by gentle honey notes. A beautifully balanced finish and will age gracefully as the Chardonnay matures.

Delicate salmon colour with an abundance of fine bubbles. The grapes were handpicked followed by whole bunch pressing. Traditional method with second bottle fermentation aged on lee for 18 months. Chardonnay brings freshness and finesse, whilst the Pinots add the classic red fruits for which England is so acclaimed. A raspberry and redcurrant nose carries through to a fresh fruit-driven palate.

$75.00 per bottle / $16.80 per glass

$98.00 per bottle / $21.50 per glass

$115.00 per bottle / $25.00 per glass

No limit on purchase. Storage of bottles capped at 2 bottles per month, per purchase, due to storage limitations. Not applicable for banquets and private functions.

F&B PROMOTIONS Mondays

Wednesdays

Cocktail Craze Enjoy 2 Cocktails* at special prices. Snow Ball Screwdriver Spritzer Jägerbomb

$12.00 $12.00 $16.00 $16.00

Available all day across all outlets. *Applicable to same cocktail only.

Black Mussels Promotion

Black Mussels with White Wine Sauce and Garlic Bread

$15.80

Black Mussels with $15.80 Saffron Cream Sauce and Garlic Bread Available from 6pm onwards, every Wednesday across all outlets.

The above promotions are not valid during major Club events and on the eve of Public Holidays. Not applicable for banquets and private functions. All promotions are subject to change.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

INDIAN KITCHEN S P E C I A L S Fridays, 6.30pm onwards

MAY

MAY 7 May Nasi Lemak Fragrant Coconut Rice served with Chicken Wing and Ikan Bilis Sambal $12.80 14 May Chicken Shawarma Served with Lettuce, Tomatoes, Onions & Yoghurt Sauce $12.80 21 May Ikan Lemak Chili Padi Tenggiri Fish served with Eggplant & Lady’s Fingers in a Spicy Sauce $10.80 28 May Kambing Soup Served with Toasted Baguette & Fried Shallots $10.80

JUNE 4 June Mutton Paya served with Home-made Chapatti $14.90 11 June Kabuli Lamb Shank served with Pulao Rice, Green Peas, Home-made Raita $21.80 18 June Chicken Korma served with Cumin Basmati Rice, Kachumber Salad, Papadum $14.80 25 June Kambing Soup served with Toasted Baguette & Fried Shallots $10.80

CAKE OF THE MONTH

$47

PER KG

Eggless Mango Yuzu with a Manjari Chocolate Ganache Visit The Oval & Verandah or call 6338 9271 Ext: 373 to place a cake order for your special occasion or birthday celebration!

THE PADANG MAY / JUN 2021

OVAL DAILY SPECIALS JUNE

Monday 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 May Mutton Biryani, or Oven-roasted Striploin with Vegetables & Potatoes, or Pink Leg Prawn Noodle Soup with Fresh Clams

Monday 7, 14, 21, 28 June Mutton Biryani, or Braised Duck Leg with Orange Sauce, Vegetables & Potatoes, or Pink Leg Prawn Noodle Soup with Fresh Clams

Tuesday 4, 11, 18, 25 May SCC Laksa, or Pan-fried Seabass Fillet with Lemon Dill Sauce, Vegetables & Potatoes, or Butter Chicken Masala with Mixed Vegetables & Naan

Tuesday 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 June SCC Laksa, or Pan-fried Seabass Fillet with Lemon Dill Sauce, Vegetables & Potatoes, or Butter Chicken Masala with Mixed Vegetables & Naan

Wednesday 5, 12, 19 May SCC Chicken & Egg Curry with Steamed Rice, or Roast Leg of Lamb with Vegetables & Potatoes, or Fish Tikka with Mint Chutney, Mixed Vegetables & Naan

Wednesday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 June SCC Chicken & Egg Curry with Steamed Rice, or Grilled Dory Fish with Vegetables & Potatoes, or Fish Tikka with Mint Chutney, Mixed Vegetables & Naan

Thursday 6, 20, 27 May SCC Chicken Rice, or Baked Salmon with Vegetables & Potatoes, or Palak Chicken with Vegetables & Brown Rice

Thursday 3, 10, 17, 24 June SCC Chicken Rice, or Baked Salmon with Vegetables & Potatoes, or Palak Chicken with Vegetables & Brown Rice

Friday 7, 14, 21, 28 May Fish Moolie with Steamed Rice, or Grilled Chicken Chop with Vegetables & Potatoes, or Channa Masala with Stir-fried Vegetables & Chappati

Friday 4, 11, 18, 25 June Fish Moolie with Steamed Rice, or Breaded Pork Loin with Vegetables, Apple Chutney & Cheese Cream Sauce, or Channa Masala with Stir-fried Vegetables & Chappati

Saturday 8, 15, 22, 29 May SCC Laksa, or SCC Chicken Rice, or Mock Mutton Curry with Vegetables, Mango Chutney & Naan Sunday 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 May Chicken Biryani

Saturday 5, 12, 19, 26 June SCC Laksa, or SCC Chicken Rice, or Mock Mutton Curry with Vegetables, Mango Chutney & Naan Sunday 6, 13, 20, 27 June Chicken Biryani

Pan-fried Seabass Fillet

On public holidays, the Daily Set Lunch option at The Oval & Verandah will only be SCC Laksa.

DINNER SPECIALS A T

T H E

O V A L

FO O D & B EVERAG E

V E R A N D A H

JUNE

MAY

ine A F e t t u cc k r o P Roa s t $19.80

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les Fried Hong Kong Nood $19.80

Seared Beef Te nderloin Se rv ed w it h M a sh ed Pot a to es , B ro cc ol in i & P ep p er Sa u ce $30.00

Abacus Seeds Wok-fried Hakka $19.80

Masala Seabass Fillet

Hariyali Chicke n Handi Se rv ed w it h B u tt er N a a n & Pa p a d u m $22.80

Served with Fried Eggplant, Cucumber Achar & Steamed Rice

$20.80

All photos are for illustration only. Actual products may vary. All promotions are subject to change.

CA L E NDAR

Sunday

Monday 31

Wednesday

Thursday

BRITISH WEEK SPECIALS 3 – 9 MAY 2021 Available all outlets except The Padang Restaurant

Carvery Lunch Main Lounge Available on Weekdays 12pm – 2.30pm

9 Mother’s Day 4-Course Set Menu The Padang Restaurant

Singapore Hawker 4 Delights Night The Oval & Verandah 6.30pm – 10pm The Virtual Edition Quiz Night 8pm

SCC Running & Brisk Walking Club Every Monday 6pm onwards

16 Sunday Family Lunch The Padang Restaurant Every Sunday 12pm – 3pm

SCC Community Outreach with Willing Hearts Chai Chee Community Hub 5am – 8.30am/ 6.30am – 8.30am

Social Dance Class The Adelphi, #02-47 Every Tuesday 7pm – 8pm

Cocktail Craze! Every Monday Available All Day at All Outlets

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Sunday 6 Family Lunch The Padang Restaurant Every Sunday 12pm – 3pm

Cocktail Craze! Every Monday Available All Day at All Outlets Father’s Day 20 4-Course Set Menu The Padang Restaurant

SCC Community Outreach with Willing Hearts Chai Chee Community Hub 5am – 8.30am/ 6.30am – 8.30am

Carvery Lunch Main Lounge Available on Weekdays 12pm – 2.30pm

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SCC Book Club Virtual Session 8pm – 10pm

ACM Tour: The Malay World 6pm

Black Mussels Promotion! Every Wednesdays Available at All Outlets 6pm

The Great SCC Virtual Escape Online event on Zoom 7.30pm – 8.30pm

VESAK DAY

SCC Cycling Club 8am

Indian Kitchen Specials Every Friday 6.30pm

Carvery Lunch Main Lounge Available on Weekdays 12pm – 2.30pm

Thursday

Friday

SCC Trail Walk Chestnut Nature Park 7.30am

Saturday 4

Tanglin Gin Distillery Tour 5 Mandai Link 12pm/2pm/ 4pm

Microgreen 19 Workshop 2 Tukang Innovation Grove, Raffles Park 10.30am – 12pm

SCC Trail Walk Thomson Nature Park 7.30am

Carvery Lunch Main Lounge Available on Weekdays 12pm – 2.30pm The Great SCC Virtual Escape Online event on Zoom 7.30pm – 8.30pm

SCC Book Club Virtual Session 8pm – 10pm

Satay Every Friday & Saturday 6.30pm – 10pm

Indian Kitchen Specials Every Friday 6.30pm

Breakfast The Oval & Verandah Available Daily 8am – 10.30am

Satay Every Friday & Saturday 6.30pm – 10pm

Singapore Hawker 22 Delights Night The Oval & Verandah 6.30pm – 10pm

Tanglin Gin Distillery Tour 5 Mandai Link 12pm/2pm/4pm

HARI RAYA PUASA

Black Mussels Promotion! Every Wednesdays Available at All Outlets 6pm

Kombucha Workshop 9 Chin Bee Dr 10am – 12pm

Social Dance Class The Adelphi, #02-47 Every Tuesday 7pm – 8pm

LABOUR DAY

Breakfast The Oval & Verandah Available Daily 8am – 10.30am

Wednesday

SCC Running & Brisk Walking Club Every Monday 6pm onwards

HARI RAYA DINNER SPECIALS 15 – 21 MAY 2021 7pm Onwards The Oval Restaurant

Singapore Hawker 8 Delights Night The Oval & Verandah 6.30pm – 10pm

Saturday

SCC Cycling Club 8am

*Tentative (Depending on COVID-19 Guidelines)

JUNE

The Virtual Edition Quiz Night 8pm

Friday

MAY

Tuesday

Welsh Rarebit $10.80

Savory cheese sauce made from beer, cheese, butter & mustard on a thick slice of grain bread, served with arugula leaves

British Shepherd’s Pie $14.80

Layers of mashed potato, minced lamb ragu & parsley

Singapore Cricket Club

British Week Specials

Bangers & Mash

3 May – 9 May 2021

Pork sausages with mashed potatoes, green peas & caramelised onion gravy

All items available in all outlets except The Padang Restaurant

$14.80

Sage & Pecan Chelsea Bun Topped with icing glaze

Impossible Scotch Egg

Whole boiled egg wrapped in plantbased meat served with branston pickles

$15.80

$8.80

Pollock Fish & Chips $16.80 Served with French fries, mashed green peas, tartar sauce, malt vinegar & lemon wedge

Sirloin Beef Wellington Stuffed with Champignon mushrooms in charcoal pastry

Only Available at Carvery Lunch @ Main Lounge

SINGAPORE HAWKER DELIGHTS NIGHT Tuesday, 4 May & 8 June 2021 6.30pm – 10pm ROJAK

Salad of mixed vegetables, fruits & dough fritters tossed in a sticky fermented prawn paste with chopped peanuts & ginger flowers

$7.80

INDIAN ROJAK

Tuesday, 22 June 2021 6.30pm – 10pm ROJAK

Salad of mixed vegetables, fruits & dough fritters tossed in a sticky fermented prawn paste with chopped peanuts & ginger flowers

$7.80

INDIAN ROJAK

Prawns, coconut, vegetables fritters, fish cakes, bean curd & hard-boiled egg served with peanut & sweet potato sauce

$10.00

SCC POPIAH

SCC FRIED BLACK SOYA CARROT CAKE

Thin pancake wrapper stuffed with braised turnips, prawns, eggs & lettuce served with chili and sweet sauce

$6.80

SCC FRAGRANT CHICKEN, MUTTON & PORK SATAY

Served with traditional condiments & chunky peanut sauce

Half Dozen $10.80 | One Dozen $16.20

SAMBAL ONION STINGRAY (300gm)

Served with cincalok, calamansi & pickled onions

$18.80

SAMBAL CHILI LALA

Tangy fresh clams cooked with chili, spices & a pungent shrimp paste

$13.80

GRILLED WHOLE SQUIDS $12.80

PRATA (Choice of Plain, Egg or Onion)

2 Pratas served with a choice of fish curry, chicken curry or dhal and pickled onions

$8.80

CHENDOL

Shaved ice with red beans, green jelly, coconut milk & gula melaka

$8.80

CHENG TENG (Served Hot or Cold)

Sweet, dried longan soup with red dates, white fungus, barley beans, ginkgo nuts & lotus seeds

$8.80

SCC FRAGRANT CHICKEN, MUTTON & PORK SATAY

Served with traditional condiments & chunky peanut sauce

Half Dozen $10.80 | One Dozen $16.20

SAMBAL ONION STINGRAY (300gm)

Served with cincalok, calamansi & pickled onions

$18.80

SAMBAL CHILI LALA

Tangy fresh clams cooked with chili, spices & a pungent shrimp paste

$13.80

MAGGIE NOODLE GORENG WITH TAU KWA $12.80

PRATA (Choice of Plain, Egg or Onion)

2 Pratas served with a choice of fish curry, chicken curry or dhal and pickled onions

$8.80

CHENDOL

Shaved ice with red beans, green jelly, coconut milk & gula melaka

$8.80

CHENG TENG (Served Hot or Cold)

Sweet, dried longan soup with red dates, white fungus, barley beans, ginkgo nuts & lotus seeds

$8.80

Hari Raya Dinner Specials

15 – 21 May 2021 7pm onwards

Chicken/Mutton Satay ½ Dozen $10.80 1 Dozen $16.20 Served with cucumbers, onions, ketupat & peanut sauce

Gado Gado $7.80 Chicken Roti John $9.90 Mutton Roti John $10.90 Mixed Vegetable Pakora $7.90 Served with a spicy tamarind sauce

Lamb Shank Biryani $16.80 Spring Chicken Biryani $14.80 Served with achaar & papadum

Lontong Sayur Lodeh $12.80 Cabbage, long beans, potatoes, hard boiled egg, bean sprouts, tau kwa, eggplant, ketupat, tempeh, tiger prawns, crispy kerisik, sambal chili

Nasi Lemak Istimewa $12.80 Served with mackeral otak, crispy chicken wing, ikan bilis, roasted peanuts & sambal chilli

Kueh Lapis $6.80 Kueh Dadar $6.80 Kueh Salat $6.80 Teh Tarik $2.50 Bandung $2.50 Milo Dinosaur $3.50 *Dates as accompaniments are available upon request

TUESDAY, 4 MAY 2021

SCC SOCIAL DANCE CLASS

7PM – 8PM

THE ADELPHI, #02-47

(3min-walk from SCC)

Slip into your dancing shoes and join our Social Dance Classes. Make new friends as you learn something new and keep fit too! Flexible options available: Try a session and, if you like the moves, then register for more; or just hit the dance floor and immediately sign up for consecutive sessions every Tuesday. • Introductory session: $30 • Consecutive 4 sessions: $112 ($28/Class) • Consecutive 8 sessions: $200 ($25/Class)

ACM TOUR:

U P CO M ING EVENTS

THE MALAY WORLD by Darlene Kasten

Limited Tickets Available

FRIDAY, 7 MAY 2021 6.00PM

Meeting point: Main Entrance of SCC Entrance Fee to ACM: $8 ( $ 4 for Stu de nts w i th a val i d stu de nt pass & S e ni or Ci ti ze ns 60 ye ars and above )

On this exclusive tour of The Malay World at the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) conducted by SCC Member Ms Darlene Kasten, you will visit two of the museum’s permanent galleries, Ancestors and Rituals in Southeast Asia and Islamic Ar t and examine the museum’s spectacular displays of the material culture associated with Nusantara, the enduring world of the Malays. Come join us as we find out what the legendary Malay hero, Laksamana Hang Tuah, means by “Takkan Melayu hilang di dunia” (never shall the Malays vanish from the face of the Ear th)! You are also highly encouraged to head over to the Club to have dinner together with other par ticipants after the tour!

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Registration Link: http://bit.ly/SCCTour2

UPCOMING EVENTS

SCC A H C U KO M B WO R K S H OP SATURDAY, 8 MAY 2021 10.00am to 12.00pm 9 Chin Bee Dr, Singapore 619860 Price: $98 per pax ( i n cl u d e s Ko mby n a t i o n Co. Kom bu cha Brew i ng K i t wor th $54.99)

Have you always wanted to try brewing kombucha? Come and spend 2 hours with Kombynation Co. as they teach you how to make kombucha, and why separating the SCOBY “baby” layers from the “mother” layers is essential to get that perfect bottle of fermented tea.

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS: • Learn the History and science behind kombucha • Guided hands-on brewing session with insider tips • Steps to ensure your brews stay healthy batch after batch • Flavoring ideas for secondary fermentation • Tasting of some commercial kombucha from around the world

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Registration Link: http://bit.ly/SCCKombuchaWorkshop

U P CO M ING EVENTS

Tuesday, 4 May 2021; 1 June 2021 | 8pm Come and test your brains at our once a monthly virtual Quiz Nights! Gather your family and friends to have fun and form new friendships! If you would like to do more than participate and host quiz nights, let us know by emailing eventsdept@scc.org.sg.

Form a team of up to 4 and break out of SCC’s version of Escape Room by solving puzzles that will put your brains to the test. Each correct answer will lead you to another challenge and the first team to unlock the last door wins!

Wednesday, 19 May & 30 June 2021 7.30pm onwards | Online event on Zoom To register, go to https://bit.ly/SCCVir tualEscapeRoom For more infor mation, please email eventsdept@scc.org.sg.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

TANGLIN GIN DISTILLERY TOUR 8 PA X LI M IT E D TO IO N S S E PER S

Saturday, 8 May and 12 June Limited Time Slots Available : 12pm / 2pm / 4pm 5 Mandai Link #01-06, Singapore 728654 $30 per pax

Join the Tanglin team as they take you on a journey through Singapore’s original gin distillery, where you can taste the locally sourced ingredients used to create the gin, as well as learn the processes of distillation, from mixing to bottling. After the tour, savour four different Tanglin Gin expressions, followed by a bespoke gin and tonic cocktail. You will also get the chance to purchase a made-in-Singapore gin at cellar door pricing!

To book your slot, go to http://bit.ly/SCCGinTour. For more information, please email eventsdept@scc.org.sg.

SOCIAL EVENTS SURVEY

Share with us your thoughts on our events! We would like to find out more about how we can improve on our current events, and what type of events we should plan for members in the future; you can help us plan more relevant events for you by taking part in this survey!

https://bit.ly/SCCSocialSurvey

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R E C E NT EVENTS

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY TALK 20 February 2020

A2A Safaris’ Chief Wildlife Photographer Jose Cortes III brought Members on a virtual safari around Africa, Latin America, and Antarctica and taught them how to use their mobile phones to take the perfect shots of wildlife in their natural habitat. Members had an exciting and educational time learning about the different angles from which to shoot, and other tips and tricks to photograph various wildlife species.

VIRTUAL ESCAPE ROOM Winners from 24 February 2021 session: • First Place: Team Kreuch/Ferg • Second Place: Team Eggscape • Third Place: Team Elyzey

QUIZ NIGHT WINNERS: • 2 February 2021: • First Place: Baby Quizzers • Second Place: Champagne in my Veins • Third Place: 50 Shades of Grey Matter • 16 February 2021 • First Place: Enchanters • Second Place: 50 Shades of Grey Matter • Third Place: Eggscape • 9 March 2021 • First Place: Champagne Trivia • Second Place: 50 Shades of Grey Matter • Third Place: Quarateam MAY / JUN 2021 THE PADANG

RE CE NT EVENTS

TANGLIN GIN DISTILLERY TOUR Members toured Singapore’s original gin distillery with the Tanglin Gin Team over several Saturday sessions in March and April – additional slots were organized due to overwhelming demand. Not only did Members learn about the processes of gin distillation from mixing to bottling, but they also got a chance to taste the locally sourced ingredients used to create gin, as well as savour four different Tanglin Gin expressions, and a bespoke gin and tonic cocktail.

EASTER FLORA WORKSHOP 3 April 2021

To spruce up their homes for Easter Sunday, Members attended a workshop conducted by fellow member and President of the Singapore Flower Club, Ms. Christiane Duckworth, to learn how to arrange their own floral centerpiece.

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R E C E NT EVENTS

EASTER CHILDREN WORKSHOP 4 April 2021

On Easter Sunday, the kids of SCC spent a fun afternoon pushing the boundaries of their creativity by decorating cakes with icing and sprinkles. Here are some of their lovely creations!

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ME MBER ENGAGEMENT

ALL IT TAKES IS A WILLING HEART by: Siddh Narayan Sharma, Canadian International School, Singapore (Grade 9)

With its aged corridors, brimming with hard-working volunteers, its many mountains of fresh produce, and its lively atmosphere, the Willing Hearts Soup Kitchen is an inspirational sight to those who visit. An e-newsletter from the Singapore Cricket Club had arrived the week before, announcing the Club’s call for volunteers in preparation for a visit to Willing Hearts, where families were invited to “spend a meaningful weekend morning bringing smiles to the community through volunteering”. My father Pushpendra Sharma leaped at this opportunity, promptly reaching out to Club staff in hopes of securing us a spot on the roster. The request was accepted, and the rest, as they say, was history. I woke up on an early Saturday morning at around 7:30, excitement practically flowing through my veins. This wasn’t my first encounter with community service, as IB students are encouraged to complete three service tasks every year through the ‘Service as Action’ curriculum. With this in mind, I’d already had a taste of the humbling gratitude that service cultivates in those who encounter it. After a swift grab ride to Singapore’s Kembangan sub-zone, we entered the Willing Hearts screening station, where we conversed with other Club Members and volunteers. I had the privilege of meeting SCC President, Mr. Zoher Motiwalla, who spoke to us about his past experiences volunteering at the soup kitchen. He shared an interesting anecdote about how when he volunteered previously for the food delivery schedules, they would drive around to the heartlands of Singapore - going to the areas where the underprivileged and elderly folks who need help stay. In these delivery visits, they would leave the food bags on hooks outside the HDB blocks. This anecdote got me thinking about how even when we serve, we must ensure the dignity of the recipients of our service. With that thought fresh in my mind, we entered the facility. After a temperature screening and disinfectant spray, my family and I were admitted into the mess hall, where we were requested to wear aprons, gloves, and hairnets before handling the food. We were efficiently escorted by Willing Hearts Staff to our respective stations, and instructed to prepare and pack styrofoam containers with hot food (steamed tofu, rice, eggs, and stewed vegetables). Despite our unfamiliarity with handling food in this manner, the more experienced volunteers introduced us to their efficient packing system in the form of an assembly line. Each individual was responsible for one portion of the meal, which streamlined the process. Roughly 180 fully-packed boxes later, our shift was complete and it was time for us to switch tasks. My mother and I wandered the halls for a few minutes, eventually stumbling across a large group of volunteers assembled around six tables. Each of them had a different vegetable in their hands, either peeling, chopping, or organising them. My curiosity piqued, I eagerly approached the table, promptly picking up a tool and a potato, and got to work.

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An hour passed sitting at the peeling table. I had chopped and peeled hundreds of vegetables (sweet potatoes, bitter gourd, regular potatoes and mushrooms), while simultaneously conversing with the other volunteers. I was surprised to see people from all walks of life working together in harmony - it seemed like our common goal unified us as a single creed, which was a very refreshing sight. One of the fondest memories of my time at the kitchen was my encounter with Uncle Lawrence, a Singaporean gent in his 70s who dedicated a large portion of his life to serving the Willing Hearts Community. Despite his occasional scoldings, his selfless presence shone through the room, commanding the respect of the volunteers. He regaled us with light (albeit unintentional) entertainment as we chopped away, addressing a 50-year-old volunteer as ‘young man’ and spouting statistics like “I’m 1.5 times older than you”. Interactions like these were what made this experience so unforgettable. Each task played a pivotal role, as the vegetables we chopped would later be used as ingredients in the evening preparations. I also gained some muchneeded perspective, as my work in the kitchens and chopping stations gave me a taste of what manual work could be like. I was especially glad to find out that the meals I prepared would feed migrant workers, and the disabled, low-income families, and others in need of hot, healthy & fresh meals. I am lucky to have had this experience that helped broaden my perspectives. By taking time out of my day to work hard in the kitchens I managed to ignite a flame of gratitude in my “willing heart”, as I used my own two hands to give back to society. I learnt that at the end of the day, our deeds unite us more than our individual titles, as when it storms and rains, it falls on us all the same.

Volunteer Timeslots:

O OPEN T S! IE IL M A F

Sunday, 23 May 2021: Sunday, 27 June 2021: 5am – 8.30am, or 6.30am – 8.30am

Venue: Chai Chee Community Hub 11 Jalan Ubi Blk 6, #01-51, Singapore 409074

To register your interest, go to http://bit.ly/SCCCommunityOutreach. For more information, please contact memberengagement@scc.org.sg

M E M B E R E N GAG EMENT

SCC COMMUNITY OUTREACH WITH WILLING HEARTS 27 March 2021

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“We engaged the Singapore Cricket Club team to host our wedding in January 2021. The team was helpful and professional, and followed up on all of the logistics and other arrangements promptly. The venue was beautiful, and received many compliments from guests. Fresh flowers provided by the Club’s vendor were also extremely lovely, and in keeping with the theme that we wanted. Thank you for making our wedding a success! Special thanks to Becky, Cassie and then administrative/logistics team for making everything run so smoothly on the day!” - CHRISTOPHER LIN & GRACE CHAN

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SCC RUNNING & BRISK WALKING CLUB Join us every Monday at 6pm at the Padang Field for a brisk walk or run (whatever your fitness level is at!) around the vicinity of the Clubhouse; see you there!

SCC TRAIL

WALKS

Join us on our monthly trail walks as we keep fit by exploring some of Singapore’s best nature spots.

Saturday, 29 May 2021 @ Chestnut Nature Park Saturday, 26 June 2021 @ Thomson Nature Park 7.30am To register, go to http://bit.ly/SCCTrailWalk. For more information, please contact memberengagement@scc.org.sg. MAY / JUN 2021 THE PADANG

ME MBER ENGAGEMENT

SCC BOOK CLUB Our Book Club Members have enjoyed fruitful discussion sessions over the past two months with most of the groups meeting at the Club. If you are keen to join us, please email memberengagement@scc.org.sg.

SCC BOOK CLUB Every first Thursday of the month 8pm – 10pm

SCC Cycling Club First Saturday of each month – 1 May 2021 & 5 June 2021 Meeting Point: Singapore Cricket Club Time: 8.00am Route: 20km (Estimated) Registration: http://bit.ly/CyclingSCC Join us on the first session, and get a complimentary cup or coffee or tea at the Oval after your cycle! For more information, please contact memberengagement@scc.org.sg. 44

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SP ORTS

Balut

Convenor: Sunita Kapoor | Article by: Cindy Raman

Winners for the January in-house Balut games were awarded their prizes in February.

From left: Sunita awarding Anwar the top prize for January game; Thomas receiving 2nd prize for January game from Captain Raj.

FEBRUARY IN-HOUSE GAMES 2021. The February in-house games were held on Saturday, 20 February, and Wednesday, 24 February. The top scorer was Mr. A N Balagopal with a total aggregate of 677 points while the second place went to Mr. Huned Hassanbhai with a score of 643 points. The lowest aggregate prize of a Mini Chivas went to Subhas Raman who scored 451 points – the only way is up, hopefully!

From left: A N Balagopal receiving the top prize for the February games from Committee Member Soma; Captain Raj awarding Huned the 2nd place prize for February.

MARCH IN-HOUSE GAMES 2021

UPCOMING GAMES

The March games were held on the 6th and 13th respectively.

Thanks to our Convenor Sunita Kapoor’s continued efforts to improve the “fun elements” of our games, the Balut Section can now invite other Sections to participate in our in-house games from April onwards. Other Sections have responded very favorably. We look forward to hosting the following Sections in the coming months: • April- Netball • May - Tennis • June- Golf

Prizes for the March winners will be awarded in April; the winners were as follows: Phillip Ng taking the top spot with 653 points followed by Rolf Stokkom with 618 points. Cynthia Robless will be receiving the Mini Chivas for a score of 489 points.

The upcoming games will be held at the Gilmour Room on the following dates and times: • • • • • • • Balut Ladies in action at Table 4 – Renee, Joyce & Ravin

15 May (Sat) at 2pm 18 May (Tues) at 7 pm 8 June (Tues) at 7 pm 12 June (Sat) at 2 pm 10 July (Sat) at 2 pm 13 July (Tues) at 7 pm 14 Aug (Sat) at 2 pm

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17 Aug (Tues) at 7 pm 11 Sept (Sat) at 2 pm 14 Sept (Tues) at 7 pm 9 Oct (Sat) at 2 pm 12 Oct (Tues) at 7 pm 6 Nov (Sat) at 7 pm 16 Nov (Tues) at 7 pm

*All dates are subject to confirmation closer to the date of the games.

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Bowls

Convenor: Christian Huang | Article by: Candy Lai and Christian Huang

FROM NATIONAL HOCKEY PLAYER TO NATIONAL LAWN BOWLS PLAYER Amira Goh @ Philo was a national hockey player for 12 years till 1996. Although she was not actively looking for a new sport to play, she was persuaded by bowlers from SCC to try out the sport. Towards the end of 1999, she had her first roll and “it was love at first bowl,” said Amira. When Amira first started playing, she was often paired with Chai Hon Yoong, an experienced Section stalwart. “He was like a mentor and helped me to understand more of the game,” recalled Amira.

team at the 12th Asian Lawn Bowls Championship in New Delhi later that year. In the following year, she went on to win another Bronze in the Women’s Triples at the Asian Lawn Bowls Championship 2018 held in China.

Just a few months into the game, Amira earned her ticket to represent Singapore with Mary Lim, another veteran Section bowler, to play pairs and fours at the 2000 World Outdoor Bowls Championship in Australia. That marked the start of her first international competition. She told herself, “I was still green so I had to learn fast!”

You could sense her first gold medal was around the corner and it could not have come at a better time than at the 2019 Philippines SEA Games. Together with Margaret Lim and fellow Section Member Shermeen Lim, they captured the Gold after beating an experienced home team. “I have always looked forward to playing with Shermeen and when I knew that we were going to play together, we were confident that we can achieve something together. I live near a school and every morning when I hear the National Anthem playing, I’ll imagine myself standing on the podium singing it. So winning the Gold was like a dream came true,” said Amira. “I was so emotional and couldn’t control my tears,” she added.

Things moved very quickly from there, with competitions both locally and internationally giving her insurmountable experience. “The President of Bowls Singapore then brought in a coach and that was when I learnt a lot more about my game,” said Amira. From playing lead, she was tasked to skip the Fours team in the Tan Sri Ahmad Sarji Cup 2000 held in Brunei. Amira’s first bowls medal was a bronze at the 21st Southeast Asian Games in Kuala Lumpur in 2001. Amira also enjoys her time playing social bowls with her Section Members. She rarely misses the annual Section tour to the Tattersalls tournament in Australia. “SCC was the only Club to be given the exception for lady bowlers in the male-dominated tournament. I got to play with the men and retired interstate bowlers. It was a learning curve for me and that helped to progress my game further.” After a long hiatus, Amira rejoined the national squad in 2017, making a winning return and capturing the Bronze with her Fours

Amira has set her sights for the 2022 Commonwealth Games and is working hard towards it. “It is important to support one another in the team games and stay focused. Shermeen always encourages us and it is good that the young people are teaching us to stay positive.” An advice that she always remember and keeps in mind during play is, “You never think of the outcome, think of the process of getting there.”

SCC DRAWN TRIPLES We decided to kick off 2021 with a Triples tournament instead, allowing for more interaction which was far lacking in a weird 2020. Amongst the 36 Members who registered were current and exinternational bowlers who had graced the Commonwealth Games and World Championships, Section stalwarts, but also nine who had been bowling for two years or less. The pandemic meant numbers on the green remains restricted and hence schedules had to be staggered, but we have our Members to thank for their full cooperation.

Christian’s team holding a slender one shot lead on the 13th end. There was nothing much between the teams after, but a few crucial conversions by Christian and some unfortunate near misses by Rosemary led to the former winning the tournament by two shots at almost 9pm. Things were quickly forgotten when we hit the Courtyard for drinks, arriving to cheers and appreciation for both team’s efforts.

Quality of play throughout was high, with results showing no teams were pushovers. The final semi-final spots were only cemented on the last round-robin games. In Group A, Mary’s exquisite draw against Ganesh’s team on the last end gave her team a crucial win to top her group and earned a matchup against Christian’s team from Group B, which earlier made light work of Melvin’s team. Devi and her team’s consistent showing in Group A was rewarded with a second place finish and an encounter with Rosemary’s impressive team, who went through the group stages unbeaten. The semi-finals was a much anticipated affair, with nothing much on paper between the teams. Christian and Rosemary’s team raced to good leads before a lightning warning suspended play for 45 minutes. Unfortunately, Mary’s team were unable to pick themselves up after and succumbed 7-23 to Christian’s team. Devi’s team managed to refocus and kept plucking at their opponents, cutting their 3-13 deficit to go 13-13 before Rosemary’s team regrouped to triumph 18-13. The finals commenced against the hue of the setting sun, marking a fitting end to six weeks of immense games. Christian’s team quickly raced to a 8-2 lead. However, some inspired bowling by Rosemary’s team brought scores back to normalcy, with

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From top: Semi-Finals 1 - Christian/Anwar/Marianne 23-7 Mary/KC Chew/Anne-Marie; Semi-Finals 2 - Rosemary/Mike D/Atiff 18-13 Devi/Lisa/Ben

SP ORTS

Darts

Convenor: Helen Campos | Article by: Fahmida Huned

After a long hiatus due to COVID-19 related restrictions, we have finally received permission to restart our Darts evenings at the Club albeit with the usual caveats namely: 1. Only two dart boards will be in play with a maximum of eight participants at each board, meaning a limit of 16 participants at each session. 2. No guests allowed. Only Section Members can play. 3. Please bring your own darts. No sharing of darts allowed. Section has a limited quantity of darts available on loan. Please return after use. 4. Usual safe distancing and masking guidelines to be observed. Shouting and singing is not allowed. 5. No food and drinks allowed at any time in the room. Our first session kicked off on Easter Monday 5 April at the Gilmour Room. Needless to say, it was well attended and all present were in good spirits and enjoyed the evening thoroughly. All attendees were given $20 F&B vouchers Your cooperation is essential as a precondition to the resumption of our activities. The Section Committee has worked as a team to get approval to restart our Dart Section's games twice a month on the first and third Monday of each month. Reminders and alerts will be sent out to Section Members in advance. Happy Darting!!!

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S PORTS

Football

Convenor: Amos Boon | Article by: Deferdauz Noordin

SCC FOOTBALL ACADEMY GROWTH The SCC Football Section has a long history of engaging with young talents from various backgrounds. Youth football is one of the top priorities for our Section as we believe that we have to develop players from a very young age and also educate them on the SCC style of playing football. The collaboration with the Chelsea Football Club’s International Development Centre (IDC) has proven to be very beneficial as our trainees are guided by Chelsea FC Foundation International coaches from the UK. Three of our senior players, Abdullah, Deferdauz and Khairul Anwar, have been heavily involved with the SCC Football Academy, assisting the Chelsea coaches etc. We believe that it is important for our Members to be involved in the youth development process as this is a long-term project and we also aim to promote players from our academy to the senior teams. By engaging with them from the start, our Members will be able to guide the boys from our academy with their vast playing experiences and also from past coaching expertise. Here in the academy, our coaches place a lot of emphasis on the players’ personal development and character. We aim to instill values such as sportsmanship and camaraderie in our players. The academy is not just about developing their footballing talent. This mixture of skills acquisition and character are the values which our Club has been built on and has also been inculcated in all of our senior team members. In terms of football technical skills, our academy has been working tirelessly on our trainees’ basic foot work, techniques and engagement in 2-sided (4 v 4) games, as it is important for them to remain competitive and also apply the skills which they have been taught in a game-like situation. Our Academy now consist of almost 50 kids between the age of 5-10, and we are targeting to increase the numbers with a larger pool and older age groups by the end of the year.

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Hockey

Convenor: Subhas Nathan | Article by: Kanan Packrisamy

THRILL OF COMPETITION RETURNS The enduring effects of the global COVID19 pandemic has slowly become the norm. What most if not all sports enthusiasts missed during the last year and a bit is being involved in competition. The lack of competition has taken a toll on people’s need for thrills. Although we have been training on the Padang and the Hockey Village and 4v4 games has been a prominent feature of the sessions the yearning for “real” competition continue to persist. Our U19 Girls and Boys were the blessed few who have had the privilege of participating in organised sports from late January in the SHF U19 3v3 Championships. Together they played a total of 12 matches but both missed out of Semi-Final qualification due to their inferior goal difference. A total of 15 boys and girls from our section participated in the U19 3v3 and despite bitterly disappointed about not making the semi-final cut, they thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Vivian Pfaff, who is a regular at all our training sessions was so worried that she would not be picked for some games due to us only being able to select 4 players per match. But the 14 year old German was ever grateful for the opportunity and said, “I am so happy to be able to play in a competition again and this is officially my first assignment with SCC as I joined after the season had ended in 2019. I was so hoping to help SCC win the title but the other teams were much older and that made a difference in the end. Can’t wait for the next competition to start.” Following the success of the U19 3v3 project, the SHF received many plaudits for their efforts to help bring back some semblance of normality surrounding hockey. With wind now firmly under their wings, the national hockey body has moved swiftly to organise the Men’s and Ladies Open in both Outdoor and Indoor formats. SCC Hockey has heavily participated in the ongoing trials of different formats, which includes some with goalkeeper, some as 4v4 and others with 3v3 with one sub and the novel 2 period of 3v3 with 1 sub and the final period of 4v4. All of which was highly enjoyable and the hockey was easy on the eye. Jo Tibbitt of the Ladies 1s was impressed by the 4v4 with goalkeeper format at Sengkang and enjoyed the fact that we could play normal rules with minute modifications to adjust to the smaller space and number of players. Together with her teammates, competition is what they all want to help tide this strange pandemic storm. Matt Dixon, who plays in goals was delighted with his outing couple of weeks back until a fairly well placed long shot breached his goal and denied him a clean sheet in a match SCC dominated against VJC. The diplomatic Briton is also eager to get back into the thick of the action and he will be joined in goalkeeping duties by National Goalkeeper Gugan Sandran who recently joined the club.

From left: Vivian Pfaff in good form at the U19 3v3; Fiona Herbert ever willing to get stuck in

On Indoor front, Fiona Herbert was so glad to get stuck right back into a competitive arena in the extremely humid Yishun Sports Hall court in their trial match against Crescent Hockey Club. Playing 3v3 and the 4v4 in the final third made her feel that this was actually almost normal and she is sure everyone who plays indoor will enjoy it. Equally satisfied with the outing was Arthur Picard who has been looking forward to more competition after his exploits in the U19 3v3. With both the Outdoor and Indoor leagues on the horizon, we will continue to train on the Padang on Mondays and Wednesdays and on the Sengkang AstroTurf on Fridays. However, the section felt that more games was needed to quench this insatiable desire for competitive hockey and we will be organising a 10-team Members League. Section Members have been divided into 10 teams based on the last digit of their membership numbers and we have named the teams based on all things Singapore as follows: Oriental Ones, Temasek Twos, Tembusu Threes, Farquhar Fours, Fullerton Fives, St Andrew’s Sixes, Sheares Seven, Expo Eights, Nanyang Nines and Zoological Zeros. We have organised 52 x 4v4 games on the Padang and will be getting the league sanctioned by the SHF and matches will be officiated by SHF umpires and a league table together with fixtures and results will be updated weekly and posted on the Hockey Section notice board. We hope to ensure all section members get out and play and help their respective teams scale to the peak of the Members League Table. We trust that given the limitations placed on all thing’s sports, we have done the best we can to ensure that the Thrill of Competition returns and members rediscover these joys they have missed so much.

From left: Arthur Picard challenges for the ball in the U19 3v3; Jo Tibbitt in action against the Hollandse Club.

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Squash

Convenor: Rahul Khare | Article by: Jodee Lee

Some of the new Squash Section Committee Members - Robbie Lyons, Sarat Chandran, Rahul Khare and Ben Chandler - strike their best poses.

The Squash Section’s AGM was held on 6 February 2021. The increased social distancing measures and limits on physical attendance did not dampen spirits one bit, and the AGM was well-attended. Notably, this year saw Rahul Khare step up as the new convenor, and Eleanor Tan and Mark Evans step down from the committee. The rest of the committee members have been re-elected, some in different roles. New members (still energetic and not fully aware of the tasks ahead of them) have also been brought into the fold. The new team is looking forward to further the good work of the team handing over - starting 2021 activities even before the AGM, holding a Club Championship in January, resuming social squash in February, having a friendly with United Condos Squash Club in March and holding a Pre-season Tournament in April. Through each of these different activities, SCC squash players with diverse grades or preferences (whether for competitive or social squash) were kept active and on their toes throughout the first four months of the year. A hearty congratulations to the winners of the SCC Club Championships, Aaron Liang (Men’s Open), Au Yeong Wai Yhann (Women’s Open) and Mohit Lalvani (Men’s Open Plate), Team 5 and the Category Winners of the Pre-season Tournament, as well as the SCC team that did us proud at the friendly with UCSC! All that squash activity has put our players in the right condition for the upcoming National Squash League in May. For those that aren’t yet raring to go, there’s always the option of putting in a few extra hours down at the courts.

From left: Aaron Liang and Vivian Rhamanan, our finalists for the Club Championship Men’s Open category; Joy Lim and Au Yeong Wai Yhann, our finalists for the Club Championships Women’s Open category; Tay Zi Hang and his UCSC opponent at the UCSC friendly; Philip McKechnie and his UCSC opponent at the UCSC friendly.

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Tennis

Convenor: Vishal Vijay | Article by: Abhinav Vijay

The Tennis Section carried our momentum from the end of 2020 into 2021 and the Section Committee wasted no time in ensuring 2021 got off to a great start!

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 2021 After a brief COVID-19 related hiatus, the Club Championships were brought back for 2021 and were held from 6-14 February. The tennis community of SCC was enthusiastic in their signups with 64 Members entering into the various categories. After a grueling week of non-stop tennis and extremely close finishes, we moved on to Club Championships Sunday. The Saturday prior saw a tough battle in the Ladies Social Final as Serene Goerojo narrowly edged Sally Brenchley 6-4 in the heat. The Mens Social Final kicked off Championship Sunday with some hard running and deft touches as Stephen Rhodes battled his way to a 9-4 win over Kevin Cumbers to lift the trophy. After their match, both men were able to join the patrons in The Courtyard to watch some exquisite tennis as both Mens and Ladies Open matches went down to the wire. Shaheed didn’t let his abdominal injury slow him down and he matched his more experienced opponent every step of the way. The tennis was downright spectacular at times as both men pulled out all the big guns from their arsenal to leave the socially-distanced tables breathless. Ultimately Guillermo showed his class with a 6-2, 6-7, 10-7 victory that left the crowd wanting more. As if that wasn’t enough, the Ladies final treated us to a battle of grit and determination under the searing sun as Rehmat Johal had to use all her experience to complete a comeback victory against her young opponent. Rehmat’s guile ultimately proved too much for Audrey as she completed a 3-6, 6-4, 10-2 win, following in the footsteps of her father Baljit who is a former 3-time Mens Open Champion. The Club Championships were a great success and the Tennis Committee is excited to bring more competitive tournaments on the SCC turf continuing with the Doubles Championship to be held in May/June!

BALL MACHINE AND FRIDAY SOCIALS The Section Committee would also like to announce that our new ball machine is available for booking on the Club-Member website for Members to refine their strokes! Lastly, our Friday Socials have been going strong and if any Member would like to join, please give us a shout to sign up. The last Friday of the month is Makan Kechil where tennis is followed by a night of food and drink so interested Members please do sign up!

From top: Stephen Rhodes and Kevin Cumbers posing before their final; Guillermo Olaso and Shaheed Alam embracing at the net after their epic battle; Audrey Tong and Rehmat Johal are all smiles before their big match!

From left: All our prize winners from the week; Guillermo Olaso and Rehmat Johal are your new Club Champions!

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FE ATURE

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S P O RTS AC ADEMI ES

SCC FOOTBALL ACADEMY

Article by: Chelsea FC international Development Centre

LET ME INTRODUCE MYSELF, I AM STAMFORD THE LION Hi, my name is Stamford The Lion, one of Chelsea FC’s greatest ever signings, and I am in love with football! If you are new to the world of sports, do you know what kind of sport football is? It is a team sport that involves kicking a ball to score a goal. However, for me, it is more than that. It is a game that everyone can play that brings people together no matter their age, gender, nationality, ethical background, skills and abilities, etc. That is the beauty of football and it’s beauty can only be discovered once you start playing it. My home is Stamford Bridge in London, but I visited Singapore four years ago with our Foundation coaches to share our passion, purpose, and positivity for football to everyone. Let me tell you a secret, my second home in Singapore is in the heart of Tampines. Do you know UWCSEA East Campus? Yes, my home is located there and you can visit anytime! I am 100% sure that our coaches will warmly welcome you and we can play together in a safe environment at UWCSEA. One more thing, it is ok to start a beginner so do not worry if you think you cannot do it. It is ok if you cannot score yet like your favorite football players. You can learn at your own pace… No pressure. I want you to enjoy and gain comfort in football as you play. The Foundation coaches and I are here to support you when you need us and once you’ve decided to take your first step on your footballing journey and score your first goal, always remember that we are here cheering for you! Do you want to meet up? Let’s play football on Tuesdays from 17:30 to 18:30 at Dempsey and on Sundays from 10:00 to 11:00 at The Padang. The more the merrier so please feel free to bring your friends. The Foundation coaches and I are looking forward to seeing you all. If you want to contact me back, please email admin.cfcidcsg@uwcsea.edu.sg and I will reply as soon as possible. I hope we can play football together sometime. It is not too late to start learning about football, you won’t regret it and I can assure you that it will be totally FUNtastic! Take care and see you soon!

All the best, Stamford The Lion

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Wine

Convenor: Naveen Gupta | Article by: Benjamin Hughes

MASTERCLASS: OLD VS NEW WORLD WINES On 22 March 2021, the Wine Circle held its first in-person event of the year, an educational workshop and wine tasting pitting oldworld wines against their upstart cousins in the new world. The class was held from 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm in the Gilmour Room and was conducted by Dr. Jackie Ang, a WSET certified wine educator who holds the WSET Diploma and the French Wine Scholar qualification with highest honours. The course focused on red wines, and participants were able to sample ten different wines in five flights of tastings, each with an old world and new world take on the various grape varietals. For example, the first flight compared a wonderful Premier Cru Burgundy from the Cote de Beaune region in France with an excellent Pinot Noir from the Marlborough region in New Zealand. As Jackie explained, although these wines are made from the same grape, they have very different characteristics due to the differences in climate, soil and wine making. Participants also tasted and learned about wines made from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah/Shiraz, Grenache as well as other varietals and blends. Throughout the masterclass, Jackie provided an excellent lecture with fascinating information about the origins of different grape varietals and the differences in style of old and new world winemaking. He also provided useful tips on wine tasting, storage and food pairing. Some participants were surprised to learn that some of the new world wines were better than their old-world counterparts, while others found that they still preferred their old favorites. But all agreed that they learned a great deal and enjoyed the evening, particularly as the course progressed and more wine was consumed! After attending the session, many participants requested that we hold additional courses focusing on different wines. Given its success and the fact that it was fully booked so quickly, the Wine Circle is planning to run this masterclass again later this year to give more Members an opportunity to participate. In addition, the Circle also plans to conduct a similar class focusing on white wines, along with other events. Subject to pandemic limitations, the Wine Circle will do its best to accommodate as many of its Members as possible. The cost of the masterclasses was $48 for Wine Circle Members and $98 for other SCC Members, inclusive of course materials, wine and snacks thus offering tremendous value to the Circle Members. The Wine Circle Committee is making significant efforts and hopes to attract more SCC Members to join in for such fun and educational evenings, and of course for some excellent wine!

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