SCC Annual Report 2014 by Singapore Cricket Club

ANNUAL REPORT 2014

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S Notice of Annual General Meeting

Sports Section

President’s Report

Balut

Remembering Singapore’s Founding Father Mr. Lee Kuan Yew

Billiards & Snooker

Bowls

Michael Grice Tribute

Bridge

The General Committee

Cricket

The Executive Staff

Darts

Golf

Subcommittee Report Games Control Board

Hockey

Finance Subcommittee

Netball

Establishment Subcommittee

Rugby

Food & Beverage Subcommittee

Soccer

Marketing & Communications Subcommittee

Squash

Property Subcommittee

Tennis

Rules & Membership Subcommittee

Social Subcommittee

Financial Statement

Photo Gallery: Social Events

Reciprocal Clubs

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Photo Gallery: Sports Events

Past Presidents

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Activities of the Year

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT the Annual General Meeting of the Members of the Singapore Cricket Club will be held at the Clubhouse on Tuesday, 21 April 2015 at 6.30pm for the purpose of conducting the following business:

1. To confirm the Minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday, 22 April 2014.

2. To confirm the Minutes of the Special General Meeting held on Tuesday, 23 September 2014.

3. To receive and, if approved, adopt the Committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Report and Audited Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2014. 4. To elect a President, Deputy President, Chairman of Games Control Board, Finance Member and eight other Members of the Committee.

5. To elect Auditors and approve remuneration.

6. To transact any other business brought forward in accordance with the Rules of the Club.

The Notice of Annual General Meeting will be dispatched to the Members of the Singapore Cricket Club in accordance with the provisions of Club Rule 57(a). By order of the Committee

Nigel Stearns GENERAL MANAGER / SECRETARY 01 APRIL 2015 Nominations for election to the Committee must be completed on the prescribed form (in accordance with Rule 35) and must be received by the General Manager / Secretary no later than 5pm on Monday, 13 April 2015. Registration of Members will commence at 6pm on Tuesday, 21 April 2015. Minutes of the 2014 Annual General Meeting will be made available to Members upon request by post and/or be available to attending Members at the Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, 21 April 2015.

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PRESIDENT’S REPORT

PRESIDENT’S REPORT President Mr Anthony Michael Grice (April 2014 – 24 August 2014)

Mr Mohan J Bhojwani (Elected – 23 September 2014)

Deputy President Mr Sher Baljit Singh Chairman, Games Control Board Mr T. Ravi Chandran

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On behalf of the General Committee, it is my privilege to present to you the Singapore Cricket Club’s Annual Report and Financial Statements for the year ending 31 December 2014.

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I would like to convey my sincere appreciation and gratitude to the Members of the General Committee (GC) who have so ably represented the best interests of the membership throughout their term of office in 2014/2015. The GC’s singular commitment to the Club’s history, culture and ethos is greatly valued. I would further commend them for their dedicated service and for their valuable and voluntary time spent on the business affairs of the SCC. On 22 April 2014, 312 Members registered their attendance at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). The Club expressed its thanks and appreciation to Col. (Retd.) Gurcharan Singh, the outgoing President who did not seek re-election at this AGM. Members of the General Committee elected for 2014/2015 were:

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Finance Member Mr Hamish Alexander Christie Committee Members Professor Brian Padair Farrell (SG50 – Task Force – Chair)

Ms Cynthia E Robless

(Marketing and Communications (Marcom) Subcommittee – Chair)

Mr George V Abraham (Property Subcommittee – Chair)

Mr Jonathan M. E. Robinson (Rules and Membership (R&M) Subcommittee – Chair)

Ms Joyce Foster (Social Subcommittee – Chair)

Mr Parasuram Krishnan (Establishment Subcommittee – Chair)

Mr Paul A Lawlass (Food and Beverage (F&B) Subcommittee – Chair)

Mr Richard Stapley-Oh (Dempsey Field – Task Force – Chair)

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In accordance with established practice, portfolio responsibilities detailing specific objectives were assigned to GC Members, after which Member volunteer subcommittees were formed providing a platform for dialogue with the wider membership at large. Standing Subcommittee Members were invited from multiple categories of membership and across a diverse range of professional disciplines to work closely with the GC as well as the Club Management to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the SCC.

at Dempsey Field has been sorely missed these past months leading up to the AGM.

It is with very deep regret and sorrow that the Club recorded the passing of the incumbent SCC President, Mr Anthony Michael Grice on 24 August 2014. ‘Mike’ Grice was ever a dedicated Clubman at heart and his presence around the Clubhouse, the Padang and

The Club remains steadfast and resolute in its primary objective of becoming the “Premier Sports and Social Club in the Region.” I pray and hope that all future incoming GC Members have the same vision and realise that sports is an integral part of the fabric of

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Under the provisions of ‘Rule 35(e)’ Notice of a Special General Meeting was called and held on 23 September 2014 with the purpose of electing a Club President. The Club subsequently formally elected Mr Mohan Bhojwani who returned to the General Committee to serve as the SCC President to complete the Term of Office.

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our Club and the strong social ambience that we have is due in a large way to our Sports Members. The GC together with Club Management continues to direct their respective focus in achieving this vision whilst at the same time providing a superior quality of service to the general membership. Initiatives and strategies in enriching the Club’s finances; its day to day operations; as well as its brand image continue to be formulated and communicated to the membership across various platforms that include ‘The Padang’, the SCC website, e-mail blasts and Clubhouse ‘Notices.’ Members’ feedback, suggestions and overall comment remain vital in making relevant and considered improvements around the Club – be they in relation to the facilities, infrastructure or to services. I strongly believe in engaging in an open dialogue and communications with Members so as to ensure we continue to deliver excellent service standards on all levels. Most especially in this regard I would like to convey my sincere thanks to all Members for their patronage and continued support of the Club throughout this past year. The Club’s Redevelopment Project has taken two years in the planning and preparation and will be ostensibly completed by the time Members’ receive this publication. A phased programme of works was commenced in December 2014 to better rationalise the Club’s available floor area, and made available following the transfer of Club Management administration to the Adelphi Building offices. Throughout the period decisions have been based upon the results of the 2012/2013 Member Survey Report and I would take this opportunity to thank Mr Matthew Streeton, Chairman of the Development Steering Committee as well as to his Task Force for ‘delivering’ the Project within budget and only minor delays as a result of water damage discovered in the Clubhouse Building’s basement.

I would further wish to offer a particular and heartfelt vote of ‘thanks’ to Hamish Christie who will be stepping down as FSC Chairman in 2015, under the provisions of our Rules and for his wise counsel over the period of his three year tenure in leading the ‘Finance Team.’ The GC ‘Term in Prospect’ will offer significant challenges to the Club across all Committees, Sports Sections, Members and Management. The Padang will be given over to the ‘National Day Parade/MINDEF 2015’ in support of Singapore’s Celebrations of its 50th Year of Independence and the Club is pleased to embrace the sacrifice that we have been requested to make. We shall continue to be proud custodians of the SCC and of the Padang and will witness and write our own chapter of history as we as a Club also celebrate SG50 as the year progresses towards the NDP and beyond.

In closing, I again express my sincere appreciation and gratitude to my fellow volunteer GC Members; Subcommittee Members; Sports Convenors; Sports Organising Tournament Members; as well as to the SCC Management and Staff for their support, conscientiousness and industry over the past year. Lastly and most assuredly by no means least my very sincere ‘thanks’ also to all SCC Members for your valued and continued patronage at the Club. Mohan J Bhojwani President

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REMEMBERING SINGAPORE’S FOUNDING FATHER MR. LEE KUAN YEW

REMEMBERING SINGAPORE’S F O U N D I N G FAT H E R MR. LEE KUAN YEW

Singapore celebrates its 50th Anniversary as an independent republic this year. By an unkind twist of fate, the man who did more than anyone else to make that possible will not be there to share the National Day joy. Mr. Lee Kuan Yew was the founding Prime Minister of Singapore. He held that office from 1959 to 1990, and remained active at the highest levels of government for many years beyond that. Mr. Lee was the undoubted leader of the determined Pioneer Generation, which faced down daunting odds to transform a colonial port city into one of the most dynamic and successful states and societies in the world. Mr. Lee was a patriot; he applied his remarkable determination, bold vision, and powerful intellect to lead the journey ‘from Third World to First.’

Mr. Lee recognised this challenge on the smaller scale by the handsome tribute he paid to our Club when we hosted him in December 1970, declaring: “…there is an indefinable quality about this club which no other club can match – it bridges the transformation from what was, to what is, and represents our capacity to meet what will be.” May we always strive to merit his praise. The Club joins the nation in mourning this irreplaceable loss of our most welcome Visitor. Rest in peace.

Mr. Lee never forgot that to be successful Singapore needed to be important to a world that did not owe it a living, which meant forging a society that developed a strong sense of itself but at the same time became a truly global hub.

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MICHAEL GRICE TRIBUTE

This past year the Club, for the only time in its long history, suffered the tragic loss of a sitting President. Anthony Michael Grice, known always to all of us as Mike, died in the early hours of Sunday 25 August 2014. This cut short the life of a very popular and widely respected President, one who set about the task of leading the Club with the passion and commitment that so many of us admired so much. Mike was indeed ‘the consummate clubman,’ and there is some measure of solace in the thought that he spent his last hours doing what he loved the most: presiding, at his beloved Club, over its signature cricket tournament. Mike was born in 1943 in Yorkshire, England, but made his life, by choice, in South-east Asia. Coming out to this region to work for a trading company, he joined the SCC in 1970, and embraced all the Club had to offer. Over the years he was heavily involved, on and off the pitch, in all the major field sports of the Club. Just as the young businessman working for Procter & Gamble grew into the independent businessman building the successful firm of Dawnridge Sports, so too did the young Saturday

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XI cricketer grow into the devoted umpire of later years. Mike’s devotion to the Club and to sports brought welldeserved recognition in 2010 when the Club made him a Life Member, and he found himself, after years of insisting he would never do any such thing, sitting on the General Committee. It was surely right and proper that Mike’s last voluntary duty to the Club he loved so much was to lead it as our President. Mike made the Club a better place in every way by his years of devoted service to it. On the evening of 28 August 2014 the Club said farewell to Mike with a wake attended by several hundred members, friends, guests, and staff, an occasion none of us will ever forget and a send-off he truly deserved. The example Mike set on and off the pitch, as a sportsman and a gentleman, will inspire us for many years to come, and will live on through the worthy projects to which the Club will attach his name. Truly indeed, there’s only one Mike Grice …. Rest in peace.

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THE GENERAL COMMITTEE

Front row/left: T. Ravi Chandran, Mohan J Bhojwani, Sher Baljit Singh, Hamish Alexander Christie Back row/left: Nigel Stearns, Joyce Foster, Jonathan M. E. Robinson, Richard Stapley-Oh, Paul A Lawlass, George V Abraham, Cynthia E Robless, ParasuramÂ Krishnan (Absent: Professor Brian Padair Farrell)

President Mohan J Bhojwani

Deputy President Sher Baljit Singh

Chairman, Games Control Board T. Ravi Chandran

Finance Member Hamish Alexander Christie

Committee Members Professor Brian Padair Farrell Cynthia E Robless George V Abraham Jonathan M. E. Robinson Joyce Foster Parasuram Krishnan Paul A Lawlass Richard Stapley-Oh

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THE EXECUTIVE STAFF

T H E E X E C U T I V E S TA F F

Front row/left: Adeline Tan, Nigel Stearns, Jill Woo Back row/left: Judy Ting, Daljeet Singh, Janet Ng

General Manager Nigel Stearns

Executive Secretary Jill Woo

Financial Controller / Acting Head, Membership Adeline Tan

Head, Sports & Recreation Janet Ng

Head, Food & Beverage and Events Daljeet Singh

Head, Property & Housekeeping Judy Ting

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SUB COMMITTEE R EPOR T Chairman T. Ravi Chandran

Committee Members Andrea Nicholas David Jones Fiona Pilling John Lewis Taylor Kerry Jane Brown K. Rajaram Marc Lansonneur Mohietheen Fathima Olivia Law Geok Lian Prem Anand Richard Loo Scott Starr Victor Yeong

GAMES CONTROL BOARD It has been my singular privilege and honour to have served as Chairman, Games Control Board of the SCC - one of the oldest clubs in Singapore and, certainly, in my opinion, the richest in terms of tradition and quality of membership. Having been a Member of the Club for some 20 years now, it gave me great pleasure to contribute to the development and growth of sports at SCC in 2014/15.

Sports Section Achievements The 2014 sports season has been tremendous in terms of achievements. Almost every Section earned silverware and credit goes to the teams, in general, and their respective Convenors and Captains, in particular. The Club offers substantial financial and manpower support to the various teams and it is fitting that the Sections reciprocate by performing well.

Front row/left: Nilma Missir-Boissac, Janet Ng, Olivia Law, Andrea Nicholas, Thipa Mogan, Yani Saaban, Mohietheen Fathima, Wendy Foo Back row/left: Nigel Stearns, Scott Starr, Anthony Richardson, David Jones, Ken Ang, T. Ravi Chandran, John Lewis Taylor, Vincent Ho, Stanley Goh Absent: Richard Loo, K. Rajaram, Kerry Jane Brown, Marc Lansonneur

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Balut Section The Balut Section’s Team 1 won the SCC’s 30th Annual Interclub Balut Competition 2014. Billiards and Snooker Section The Billiards and Snooker Section won the Interport against Penang Club with a resounding 9-4 win and the Interport against the Royal Selangor Club, they won 11-5. Cricket Section The SCC Cricket Section won the Interport against the Royal Bangkok Sports Club (RBSC). Darts Section The Darts Section won the annual Lion-Kangaroo Cup competition against the Australian High Commission. Bowls Section The Bowls Section performed extremely well with Shermeen Lim winning the Championship in the Ladies’ category of Bowls Singapore Singles League and with Christian Huang emerging first runnerup in the Men’s category. In the Bowls Singapore National Triples Competition, SCC won the Men’s category Championship (Prem Anand, Wong Hui Kai and Melvin Tan) and was the runner-up in the Ladies’ category (Amira Goh, Chng Ming Li and Shermeen Lim). In the National Mixed 2-4-2 Pairs competition, SCC was the champion (Melvin Tan & Chng Ming Li). In the National Fours competition, the SCC ‘A’ Team emerged champions (TQ Lim, KC Chew, HY Chai and Ben Cunico). In the Lawn Bowls Interport, SCC won both Interport matches against Royal Bangkok Sports Club (RBSC) and the Kowloon Bowling Green Club (KBGC). Hockey Section The Hockey Section performed well by winning the Women’s Hockey Liga title by defeating the formidable Hollandse Club by a convincing 3-0 margin. In the SHF National Junior League (U19), the SCC girls were champions in Division 2 and would be promoted to Division 1 next year. Our U19 boys in the same category came in a creditable third place. Senior teams men’s and ladies’ won the bronze medal in the SHF Division 1 League 2014.

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Netball Section In the Netball Energizer League, the SCC Hawks and the SCC Ospreys both came in third in Divisions 3 and 7 respectively. In the Singapore Mixed League, SCC Falcons came in 3rd place in Division 1. Rugby Section The Rugby Section had a phenomenal year; at the SRU National Club 7s 2014, SCC Gold team earned the Champions of the Club 7s title again for the third year running. At the Nomads Centenary International Rugby Festival in Manila (10s) the SCC Growlers emerged Vets Champions. At the Rugby World Club 10s Tournament 2014, the SCC First XV were placed third in the Men’s Open category and in the Veteran’s category, the SCC Growlers became the champions of the first World Club 10s. At the Singapore National Rugby League 2014/2015, the SCC First XV Team was runners-up in the Premiership League and Cup. In the Championship League and Cup, SCC Tankards emerged champions and the SCC Lions and SCC Growlers were the champions and runners-up respectively in the Conference League as well as the Conference Cup champions and runnersup respectively. In the SRU National Super League 2014, the SCC team emerged runners-up in the concluded SRU National Super League after losing to the Singapore National Selection Team.

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Soccer Section ESPZEN Soccer Cup Tournament 2014 Division 1 League Cup 2nd place & FA Plate Champions: SCC Tigers Cosmoleague 2013/14 League Champions: SCC First XI (for 6th consecutive year) Cup Champions: SCC First XI (for 6th consecutive year) SCC International Soccer 6s Tournament 2014 Men’s Open Tournament Cup Runner Up: SCC First XI and Plate Runner-Up: SCC NFL HKFC Citibank Soccer 7s Tournament 2014 SCC emerged Master Plate Runners-Up Squash Section SSRA National Squash League 2014 League Champions: Men’s A Men’s C Ladies’ Division 1 League Runner Ups: Men’s B

Ladies’ Open Runner-up: Michelle Tay Girls Under 19 Champion: Alethea Sim Girls Under 17 2nd Place: Michelle Tay 3rd Place: Chong Yin Jean Girls Under 15 3rd Place: Bernyce Tay Boys Under 19 2nd Place: Tim Leong 3rd Place: Reuben Tay Boys Under 17 Champion: Rayden Tan 3rd Place: Sean Lim Boys Under 15 3rd Place: Rutvik Rau

Challenge Cup Champions: Men’s A Men’s B Men’s C Ladies’ Division 1 SCC ranked as overall second for ‘Club of The Year’ award

Masonry Closed National Squash Tournament 2014 Men’s Champion: Vivian Rhamanan (his 3rd title) Runner-Up: Bryan Koh Women’s Champion: Joannah Yue (her 10th title at least)

Masonry Singapore Squash Open 2014 Men’s Open Champion: Vivian Rhamanan

The Old Chang Kee Singapore Open 2014 Women’s Premier Runner-Up: Mao Shi Hui Boys U19 4th Place: Chua Man Chin Boys U17 4th Place: Rayden Tan

(5th consecutive title)

Runner-up: 4th Place:

Anders Yeo Tim Leong

Tennis Section STA Inter-Club Doubles Knock-Out 22 June – 5 July 2014 SCC Tennis Section emerged overall Club Champions in this years’ STA Inter-Club Doubles Knockout competition. Martha Young Cup (Ladies’ Grade A): Champion Chan Cup (Men’s Grade C): Runner-Up Men’s ‘A’ team contributed to ‘Overall Joint Club Champions’ by reaching the quarter finals of the Grade A tournament.

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Intersection Tournaments It is essential that we foster good relations within our Sports Sections and I firmly believe that one of the ways to achieve Intersection harmony and camaraderie is through Intersection Tournaments which not only facilitates understanding and teamwork but also good sportsmanship – the hallmark of this premier sports and social Club in Asia. SCC Darts Intersection Bull’s Eye Tournament 2014 The Darts Section organised the annual Bull’s Eye Darts Intersection Tournament on 7 June at Oval Restaurant. It was well-received and supported by a total of 16 teams. Emerging champion was the Soccer Section while the Darts, Cricket and Hockey Sections took 2nd, 3rd and 4th places respectively. Giles Roche Trophy (Intersection) Lawn Bowls Tournament 2014 The event was a success with nine teams participating, including a team from the General Committee. The Billiards and Snooker Section retained their title with a close match against the Balut Section in the Finals. SCC International Tournaments SCC is proud to host at least four signature international tournaments each year, namely, the Hockey Sixes, Soccer Sixes, Cricket Twenty-20 and the Rugby Sevens. All of which attract outstanding teams and players from the Asia Pacific region and beyond ensuring exciting game play for supporters and spectators.

6th SCC International Soccer Sixes 2014 Open Tournament Cup Champion: Cup Runners-Up: Plate Champion: Plate Runners-Up:

Felda United Football Club SCC First XI International Soccer Academy SCC NFL

Masters Tournament Cup Champion: CLA All Stars Runners-Up: Jurong Western Corporation Plate Champion: CLA Legends Plate Runners-Up: Everest Eagles Youth Tournament Champion: Runners-Up:

Phnom Penh Crown FC Youth Football Home

SCC Cricket Twenty20 Tournament 2014 Cup Runners-Up Madras Cricket Club Cup Runners-Up Singhalese Cricket Club Other Awards Player of the Tournament Danushka Gunatillaka (Singhalese Sports Club) Best Batsman Matthew Brown (Melbourne Cricket Club)

20th SCC International Hockey Sixes 2014

Best Bowler L. Balaji (Madras Cricket Club)

Men’s Bowl Winner: Gymkhana Club Runners-Up: Roaming Redmen

Best Fielder Gautham Gopal (Madras Cricket Club)

Ladies’ Bowl Winner: Seethadevi Runners-Up: Monsooners Men’s Plate Winner: Prodigy 92 Runners-Up: Modernians

Best Catch Wyland Hefer (Rowlin National Cricket Academy) Most 6s Matt McGillivray (Rowlin National Cricket Academy)

Ladies’ Plate: Winner: ISCI Ladies Runners-Up: Tornadoes Ladies Men’s Cup: Winner: Singapore Recreation Club (SRC) Runners-Up: Clubhouse Casuals Ladies’ Cup: Winner: Runners-Up:

RIHP Rubies KL Hockey Club Ladies

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67th Societe Generale SCC International Rugby Sevens Tournament 2014 Winners Schools & Colleges U14 Competition (Len Foster Trophy): Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) U16 Competition (John Clark Trophy): Tanglin Trust School U19 Competition (Sithawalla Trophy): Tanglin Trust School Main Tournament Jug Competition: Bowl Competition: Plate Competition: Cup Competition:

Grenoble University Rugby Causarina Cougars Swedish Vikings Borneo Eagles

Player of the Finals Beaudein Waaka (Tradition YCAC) Player of the Tournament Luk Mosaloa (Borneo Eagles)

Annual Interclub Tournaments 37th Annual Pot Games VS The Tanglin Club The Tanglin Club (TC) on 27 September 2014 played host to 9 games in total for the Annual Pot Games and the final results are 7 wins to SCC, 1 draw and 1 win to TC. • Balut SCC won 12333 : 12176 • Billiards and Snooker SCC won 7 : 0 • Bridge TC won 115IMP • Cricket SCC won by 109 runs • Darts SCC won 6 : 3 • Lawn Bowls SCC 4 : 2 • Golf Draw 5 : 5 (SCC retains the Presidents’ Trophy as we are last year’s winner) • Squash SCC won 7 : 4 • Tennis SCC won 7 : 2 Result: SCC is overall winner and retained the Pot GAMES Trophy 27th Padang Shield Games 2014 SCC emerged overall winner at the 27th Padang Shield Games hosted by SRC on Saturday, 29 November 2014. A total of 11 games (10 Sports) were played, of which SCC won 5 and drew 2 games against SRC. Sports Results Balut SCC won 8968-8771 Cricket SCC won by 43 runs Darts SRC won 6-1 Golf SRC won 8.5 - 1.5 Ladies Hockey SCC won 4-1 Men’s Hockey Game rained off (Drew) Netball SRC won 43-14 Rugby SCC 23 Bucks -SRC 16 Snooker SRC won 6-1 Soccer SCC won 2-0 Tennis Drew 1-1

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SCC Annual Sports Awards Night 2014 This is an important night for the sporting fraternity at the SCC as it gives each Section the opportunity to recognise and honour the sportsmen and women of their respective sections. It certainly highlights the sporting fraternity that exists within the Club and it is also another wonderful opportunity for the various Sections to mingle with each other, appreciate and recognise their contributions. The winners of the SCC Annual Sports Awards Night 2014 are: Section of the Year Cricket Team of the Year SCC Lions (Rugby) Sports Man of the Year Andre de Lange (Cricket) Sports Woman of the Year Mary Lim (Bowls) Sports Boy of the Year Javin Singh (Rugby) Sports Girl of the Year Rehmat Johal (Tennis) Sports Initiative of the Year Netball Section Sports Feat of the Year SCC Rugby First Team Spirit of Sport Balut Billiards & Snooker Bowls Bridge Cricket Darts Golf Hockey Netball Rugby Soccer Squash Tennis

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Anwar Gaffoor Matthew Lim T Retna Sabapathy Anthony Egerton Nicholas Damien Power Yasmin Khushi Peter Salt Rosalind J H Spink Rachael Laura Bell Elliot D Smith Glyn Michael Vince Timothy Julian Howard Nilma Missir - Boissac

Appreciation It has been an exceptional year for sports at SCC and I am truly delighted indeed. I am also very thankful for the collective efforts of the convenors, section committees, tournament organising committees, tour managers, and the often-forgotten volunteers who tirelessly help out year-in year-out at our sports events. I would also like to thank the General Manager and his staff in the various departments who all contribute towards the successful running of sports at the SCC, not forgetting our groundsmen who toil under the often trying conditions - sun, rain, wind and haze to look after not one but two grounds! A final thanks is in order to the President and my fellow General Committee Members who have often come to my aid and “rescue” when I needed their support. For this, I am indeed grateful but I know that we have all been blessed and guided by the “Grand Old Lady” herself - the spirit of SCC. T. Ravi Chandran Chairman Games Control Board

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SUB COMMITTEE R EPOR T Chairman Hamish Alexander Christie

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Committee Members Brian Padair Farrell Jonathan M. E. Robinson Paul Andrew Lawlass T. Ravi Chandran Tom Monahan

In 2014, gross operating revenues of S$19,758,000 were higher than 2013â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s by S$777,000. The bottom line surplus was S$1,583,000, compared with a deficit of S$140,000 in 2013. There was good positive operating cash flow for the year of S$1,362,000.

From left: Adeline Tan, Simon Tay, Doris Ng, Sher Baljit Singh, Tom Monahan, Jonathan M. E. Robinson, Hamish Alexander Christie Absent: Brian Padair Farrell, Paul Andrew Lawlass, T. Ravi Chandran

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Operating Financial Position Operating Revenue Operating Revenue of S$19,758,000 for 2014 was S$777,000 higher than last year’s S$18,981,000. The main increases in Operating Revenue came from Subscription fees, F&B and Sports and Recreation. There was no office rental income in 2014 as compared to 2013 after the tenant has moved out from the unit at The Adelphi 09-06. The Club has secured a tenancy to lease out a portion of this unit for 18 months commencing from 15 March 2015. Operating Expenditure The Operating Expenditure for 2014 was S$20,656,000, S$398,000 higher when compared with S$20,258,000 in 2013. The higher expenditures were mainly due to higher F&B Cost of Sales of S$269,000, higher Sports and Recreation Expenditure excluding manpower and depreciation of S$247,000 and higher Manpower costs of S$227,000. The resulting increase in Operating Expenditure was partially offset by the Property Tax reduction for the period from 2007 to 2013 amounting to S$506,000, which was agreed following resolution of the Club’s appeal. Operating Deficit The Operating Deficit of S$898,000 for 2014 was S$379,000 lower than last year’s Operating Deficit of S$1,277,000.

Net Surplus / (Deficit) After taking into account membership transfer fees of S$1,442,000, conversion fees of S$923,000 and interest income of S$144,000, there was a net surplus of S$1,583,000 for 2014, compared with a deficit of S$140,000 in 2013. After excluding non-recurring items from Membership and conversion fees and the property tax recovery, the comparable surplus for 2014 was S$249,000 as follows :

Net Bottomline Surplus/(Deficit) for the year

2014 (S$)

2013 (S$)

1,583,000

(140,000)

Less Non-Recurring items : Ordinary Membership Conversion Fees arising from Conversion Offer

(610,000)

Term and Sports Annual Fees and Transfer Fees recognised as income following changes in timing of recognition of new members

(218,000)

Property Tax Recovery

(506,000)

Comparable Net Bottomline Surplus/(Deficit) for the year

249,000

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(140,000)

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CLUB’S OPERATING AND NET SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) YEAR 2006 TO 2014

Highlights of the Financial Year

Sports and Recreation

Subscription and Fees

Revenue from Sports and Recreation increased by 7.6% or S$206,000 to S$2,921,000 in 2014, mainly due to higher Tournament Income with the T20/20 Cricket Tournament being held in 2014 and not in 2013 and higher Rugby 7 Tournament Sponsorship income in 2014. Sports and Recreation Expenditure excluding manpower and depreciation has increased by S$247,000 mainly due to higher Tournament Expenditure by S$157,000 due to Cricket T20/20 held in 2014, higher Ground Maintenance costs of S$72,000 and higher Sports Section Expenditure of S$20,000.

Subscription and fees, one of the Club’s main sources of income, increased by 8% to S$5,947,000 in 2014, mainly due to no rebates for F&B spending in 2014 where there were rebates in 2013 (S$208,000), increase in Term Membership Annual Fees of S$96,000 ($46,000 arising from the change in Membership Admission policy whereby new membership is now effective upon GC approval rather than the subsequent Election Night and the balance S$50,000 resulting from more Term Memberships in 2014 than 2013), Monthly Subscription fees of S$62,000 due to higher active membership base and lower MemberGet-Member Credits of S$54,000. Food and Beverage (F & B) F&B Revenue has increased by 2% to S$9,207,000 in 2014. The F&B Cost of Sales to Sales Ratio has also increased by 2.1% to 43.7% in 2014 mainly due sales mix change, dollar-to-dollar increase in liquor duty and more promotional beverages at lower gross margins. The resulting Gross Profit decreased by 2% to S$5,184,000 in 2014.

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Manpower Costs Due to the tight labour market and tightening of foreign manpower, manpower costs increased by S$227,000 over last year’s S$8,034,000 to S$8,261,000 mainly due to annual increments (S$223,000), increases in foreign worker levy (S$59,000) and additional headcount (S$55,000) which was partially set-off by the wage credits amounting to S$116,000 received from the Government in 2014.

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Membership Transfer and Conversion Fees

The Year Ahead

The Membership Transfer Fees increased from S$950,000 in 2013 to S$1,442,000 in 2014 by 51.8% mainly due to more transfers in 2014 and the change in member admission policy whereby new membership is now effective upon GC approval rather than the subsequent Election Night.

Going forward, the Club continues to face pressures in cost increases especially in manpower, food and beverage and other operating expenses. As such, there will need to be continued efforts to focus on improvement in productivity and cost controls.

The increase in Conversion Fees of S$849,000 was due to the one-time offer to convert Ordinary Membership to Ordinary Transferable Membership and more conversions in 2014. Cash Position As at the end of 2014, the Club had cash resources of S$18,278,000 as compared to S$16,916,000 in 2013, reflecting a positive cash in-flow of S$1,362,000. This positive cash flow is after accounting for Depreciation expense of S$1,977,000, being a non-cash item. Capital Expenditure S$725,000 is mainly attributable to Capital work in progress for the Clubhouse Renovation amounting to S$175,000, Adelphi Office Renovation of S$158,000, E-Services/Micros Equipment/Replacement of computers and servers amounting to S$121,000, Upgrading of Cricket field at Dempsey at S$89,000 and Replacements of Kitchen Equipment at S$78,000 (2013 - S$678,000). The increase in cash flows is mainly attributed to the increase in Transfer and Conversion Fees. The Club’s cash reserves need to be enhanced each year so that sufficient funds are available for the renewal of the Padang lease and for capital projects.

2015’s operating results will inevitably be affected by the loss of use of the Padang Field for 7 months for the SG50 NDP celebrations. The last increase in Members’ subscriptions was in 2010 and whilst 2014 has been a good year for the Club from a financial standpoint, continued upward pressure on costs will at some point mean that the Club must again look at the level of Members’ subscriptions to more closely match Operating Revenues and Expenditure.

Acknowledgement I would like to take this opportunity to thank all fellow members of the Finance Sub Committee who selflessly contributed their valuable time and expertise during the year. I will also like to thank the General Manager, the Financial Controller and her team for their commitment and continued efforts. Hamish Alexander Christie Finance Member Finance SubCommittee

2014 OPERATING REVENUE ($’000) OPERATING REVENUE OF $19,758 (’14) VS $18,981(’13)

Food and Beverage $9,207 (’14) VS $9,021 (’13) 47%

Subscription and fees $5,947 (’14) VS $5,527 (’13) 30%

Office and Administration $367 (’14) VS $326 (’13) 2%

Food and Beverage $9,751 (’14) VS $9,272 (’13) 47%

General Expenses $870 (’14) VS $841 (’13) 4%

Other Income $900 (’14) VS $936 (’13) 4% Sports and Recreation $2,921 (’14) VS $2,715 (’13) 15%

Car Park fees $619 (’14) VS $616 (’13) 3%

Property (Maintenance and Tax) $879 (’14) VS $1,398 (’13) 4%

Sports and Recreation $3,940 (’14) VS $3,555 (’13) 19%

Management & Other staff $2,872 (’14) VS $2,867 (’13) Depreciation 14% $1,977 (’14) VS $1,999 (’13) 10%

Fruit Machines $164 (’14) VS $165 (’13) 1%

Subscription and fees

Food and Beverage

Sports and Recreation

Food and Beverage

Fruit Machines

Car Park fees

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SUB COMMITTEE R EPOR T Chairman Parasuram Krishnan

Committee Members David Jones Harpal Singh Matthew Streeton Max Lee Wenyong Teo Kwang Whee V. P. Jothi

E S TA B L I S H M E N T S U B C O M M I T T E E As with the rest of Singapore, 2014 has been a challenging year for the Club in coping with the demand for staff and staff costs. The Club has not been spared the tightening of the Singapore Foreign Manpower Policies which saw a substantial reduction in the Foreign Worker Quota. Consequently manpower costs continue to rise as a result of higher foreign worker levies and higher overtime costs incurred to meet increased operational requirements. To overcome the shortage of manpower and manage the ever-rising manpower costs, the Club has continued to engage students under the Internship Attachment Programme and employ staff on short-term contracts. Overall however we are fortunate in that productivity is high in all areas of the Club with contributions from our core team that is highly motivated and well trained. I am pleased to present some key information and highlights for 2014 that serve as testimony to the strong policies and the high standards of human resource management practices at the Club.

Front row/left: Jessica Ng, Teo Kwang Whee, Parasuram Krishnan, Adeline Tan Back row/left: V P Jothi, Harpal Singh, Nigel Stearns, Matthew Streeton, Max Lee Wenyong Absent: David Jones

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Headcount

Manpower Turnover

In the year 2013, the Club’s total manpower increased by seven headcounts over the previous year (2012) but the overall increase in the year of 2014 was one headcount over 2013.

I am delighted to inform that the Club’s average monthly staff turnover rate for the year of 2014 has been maintained at a healthy range of less than 2% and that clearly proves that the Club’s Employee Retention Policy has made a positive impact. Low turnover and record low absenteeism is reflective of the morale of the staff.

The Finance and Administration Division maintained an overall headcount of 23 for both years with the recruitment of an IT Executive in 2014 and a pending replacement of an Accounts Executive at the close of the year. DEPARTMENT

2013

2014

General Manager's Office

Membership Administration

Membership Sales

Member Services

Marketing Communications

Admin/IT/Purchasing/ Cost Control

Finance

Fruit Machine

Human Resources

Food & Beverage

Housekeeping

Maintenance

Sports & Recreation

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162

163

The Food & Beverage Department closed at one fewer headcount in 2014 compared to 2013 due to the pending replacement of a service staff; whilst the Property & Housekeeping Department (Housekeeping and Maintenance) maintained an overall headcount of 20 for both years.

Compensation and Benefits The Club constantly endeavors to maintain its competitiveness in terms of compensation and benefits that include both monetary and non-monetary rewards and recognition in order to retain good employees. I take this opportunity to thank all SCC Members who have contributed to the Staff Ang Pow Fund which was distributed to all SCC staff as an appreciation of their hard work and dedication. The enhanced Staff Medical Benefits Scheme that was implemented in January 2014 was very well received by the SCC staff who now enjoy the convenience of visiting doctors near their home, even in Johor Bahru (Malaysia). The improved Stay Fit Incentive Scheme also added to the array of benefits that the SCC staff enjoy. 73% of the eligible staff qualified for the Stay Fit Incentive in the year 2014; of which 48% received the highest Incentive of S$500 as a result of Zero Sick Leave or No Pay Leave taken in the year 2014. Compared to year 2013, an additional ten staff qualified for the Stay Fit Incentive in 2014 whilst seven more staff received the highest incentive. This clearly shows that the SCC staff are staying healthy consequently reducing absenteeism.

The Marketing Communications as well as the Sports & Recreation Departments saw an increase of one headcount each in 2014 against that of 2013. As of 31 December 2014, the posts of Head of Membership; a Technician; two Housekeeping Assistants; and an Accounts Executive remained vacant.

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Following two memorable staff parties held outside the Club premises in 2012 and 2013, the Club organised yet another magnificent party at Conrad Centennial Singapore in April 2014. The staff not only got to immerse themselves in the ambience and hospitality of the hotel, they also enjoyed the scrumptious spread of buffet dinner as well as the fun, games, and lucky draw prizes specially arranged for them in appreciation of their hard work and dedication to the Club.

Organising Committee of SCC Staff Party 2014

Staff Welfare The “Kick Start a Healthy Lifestyle” Programme launched in September 2013 with the support of the Workplace Health Promotion Grant as approved by the Singapore Health Promotion Board concluded in December 2014. In addition to the SATA Health Screening for all employees, the Club organised a series of Health Talks on topics ranging from nutrition, eye, neck and back care, dental, exercise, acupuncture, traditional chinese medicine and even health activities such as bowling; futsal; and brisk walking. Keen staff participation in the Programme was observed and many of them are looking forward to the next Programme to be launched in 2015.

Besides the Annual Staff Party, a staff christmas party was organised by the Club for its employees at its premises to share the joy of the season with our deserving employees who were pampered with a variety of food, fun games, and a mini lucky draw.

Service Champion Campaign The 2013/2014 SCC Service Champion Campaign launched in April 2013 concluded in January 2014. The three Overall Service Champions, namely Mr. Tan Kuan Chye, Mr. Ahmad Bin Salim, and Ms. Jennifer T. Perreras, were announced and presented with their awards at the Annual Staff Party 2014. Congratulations to all Service Champions who won during the bi-monthly campaign period and were lauded by the SCC Members for their exemplary performance that has certainly elevated the service level of the Club.

‘Long Service Award’ recipients 2014

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Excellent Service Award Launched in 1994, the Excellent Service Award (EXSA) is a national award that recognises individuals who have demonstrated exemplary qualities of service professionalism. It seeks to develop service models for staff to emulate; create service champions; lift service standards and raise the prestige of a career in the service industry. For the first time in the Club’s history, the Club nominated 18 deserving staff for a total of 4 Gold and 14 Silver Excellent Service Awards (EXSA). The Award recipients, commended for their outstanding quality service delivered to the Club and its patronage were presented their award at a reception in November 2014. Kudos to the team!

Staff Inter-Club Bowling Competition The 2nd Staff Inter-Club Bowling Competition was held in January 2015 at the Orchid Country Club where ten clubs in Singapore gathered to pit their bowling skills against one another. Thanks to the support of the General Manager, Mr. Nigel Stearns, Heads of Departments and the coordination from the SCC Human Resources Team, the SCC Bowling Team, comprising Mr. Mohd Alias, Mr. Stanley Lim, Mr. Kassim Maideen, Mr. Al-Malek Bin Omar and Ms. Suzie Chan, overcame all obstacles to emerge the 1st Runner-Up at the competition.

Staff Training and Development

GM ‘Breakfast Chat’ With an aim to obtain feedback and suggestions from the SCC staff to enhance their work life, a series of ‘Breakfast Chat’ sessions with the General Manager was rolled out in June 2014. These monthly sessions held for staff of the various departments have proven to be an effective communication platform that is much appreciated by the staff.

With the Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA) coming into full effect in July 2014, the Club organised a series of staff training and conducted staff briefing for all its employees to create awareness and give them an understanding of PDPA which governs the collection, use and disclosure of personal data by organisations.

Conclusion

Workshops on “Leaders as Coaches”, “Strengthening Emotional Intelligence”, “Managing Conflicts”, and “Converting Stresses to Successes” were also conducted for the staff as a part of our Mental Wellness Programme.

Parasuram Krishnan Chairman Establishment Subcommittee

My appreciation and sincere thanks to the General Committee; Members of the Establishment Subcommittee as well as the SCC staff under the guidance of General Manager, Mr. Nigel Stearns and the Management team for their excellent support.

The SCC Bowling Team with Chairman, Establishment Subcommittee, Mr Parasuram Krishnan

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SUB COMMITTEE R EPOR T Chairman Paul A Lawlass

Committee Members Anthony Richardson Dinakaran Appiah Hamish Alexander Christie Joyce Foster

FOOD & BEVERAGE SUBCOMMITTEE I am most pleased to report that the SCC’s Food & Beverage (F&B) Department has yet again delivered a productive and successful year of operations across all F&B Outlets despite the usual and ongoing ‘industry sector’ challenges that have significantly and historically impacted our bottom-line. However, together with challenges come opportunities, and, to this end new initiatives have been tasted, tested and introduced in our six outlets. New ideas continue to be formulated and will subsequently be implemented as we continue to grow and evolve the Club’s F&B branding. We have increased revenues in 2014 whilst maintaining the current prices and quality of our F&B products and services. This, I believe, demonstrates the value for money that we offer.

From left: Nigel Stearns, Anthony Richardson, Raymond Lee, Daljeet Singh, Joyce Foster, Dinakaran Appiah, Chovin Blix Ong, Sally Heng, Paul A Lawlass Absent: Hamish Alexander Christie

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Bars The bi-monthly ‘Thirst Quencher’ promotions featured fine wines from South Africa, Argentina, Chile, Australia, New Zealand, France, Italy and USA – all offered by the glass. This has given Members an opportunity to taste these varietal wines. Similarly, our beverage promotions have also featured Single Malt Whiskies, Rums, Vodkas, and other spirit varieties.

Restaurants The Padang Restaurant continues to enjoy loyal support of its three-course ‘Executive Set Lunch’ menu that changes bi-monthly. Created in the evenings by our Chef De Cuisine, Mark Tay, are a selection of new dishes available in the ‘la carte menu such as ‘Saffron Curry Risotto’, ‘Japanese Pork Belly Kakuni with Pumpkin Puree and Spring Onions’. Members are encouraged to savour these delectable dishes and the restaurant’s signature dish of Angus Prime Rib from the wagon. Wine dinners offered during the year featured renowned Gerard Bertrand wines from Languedoc-Roussillon France, Argentina’s Susana Balbo, a renowned female

oenologist who produces wines from her winery and Chilean wines from Luis Felipe Edwards winery. Our wine dinners continue to be fully booked by Members and our chefs do an excellent job of pairing the wines with the food menu. We hosted the Gambero Rosso Top Italian wineries when it came to Singapore for its road show in March. The Oval & Verandah continues to offer a full range of SCC signature dishes as well as a wide variety of local and western specials such as ‘Clay Pot Beancurd with Roast Pork’, ‘Mutton Keema and Chapatti’ and ‘Pasta with Crispy Soft Shell Crab’ thereby offering Members a significant range of choices - not only in flavours and spices, but also a variety of meat, fish and fowl. The new a ’la carte menu also introduces new healthy choice salads. Our Friday fortnightly ‘Hawker Fare’ in the Courtyard has become a firm favourite for dining on balmy evenings for Members, their families and friends. Favourites such as ‘Satay’, ‘Mee Goreng’, ‘Oyster Omelette’, ‘Chinese Rojak’ and ‘Chendol’ as well as Chef Arfin’s much sought after specialty dishes of ‘Soup Kambing’, ‘Soto Ayam’, ‘Indian Mee Goreng’, ‘Rojak’, ‘Roti Prata’ and ‘Thosai’. In a similar vein, and, in answer to popular demand, our ‘Satay’ station manned by resident ‘satay man’ Pak Ahmad, is available every Wednesday and on Saturdays in the early evenings.

Training The F&B Subcommittee works together with the SCC Management to also emphasise on staff training which remains as an important area of focus. We will continue to invest in these trainings in aid of the development of our staff’s skills which ultimately uplifts the overall service quality of the Club. In pursuing this, regular trainings had been conducted on a monthly

Chef De Cuisine, Mark Tay

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basis by the respective outlet managers for all staff while managers and executives attended professional training courses conducted by external professionals and institutions. Our F&B staff received Gold and Silver awards for service achievements by the Singapore Hotels Association.

Events The SCC Night Race Fiesta was a singularly successful event which, along with other club-wide events such as the festive celebrations and the New Year’s Eve ball, continued to generate and improve F&B revenues.

Banquet With the wonderful selection of F&B and stunning views from the Gilmour Room & Terrace, our banquet services remained abuzz throughout the year with Members’ social and corporate private events.

Good Hygiene Practices The F&B Department places high priority in ensuring that we diligently strive to maintain the highest standard of food hygiene and sanitation in our kitchens. Our F&B Outlets have been awarded an ‘A’ Grade by the National Environmental Agency. A group of selected staff also attended a food hygiene course specifically for food handlers conducted by the Institute of Technical Education. The Subcommittee will continue to supervise and monitor our food preparation and food handling procedures as well as matters relating to personal hygiene.

The operating deficit for 2014 was S$601,000, which is higher by S$285,000 than last year’s S$316,000 mainly due to higher costs of sales, manpower costs and other operating costs.

Conclusion In closing, I am pleased to have this opportunity to convey my sincere appreciation to the Members of the F&B Subcommittee for their time and significant contribution to the success of this past year. I further express my sincere appreciation to all F&B Department Staff led by Mr Daljeet Singh and Executive Chef Raymond Lee. Finally, I thank Members for their support and kind words to our F&B Staff and Management. Your feedback and comments are important to us, and, you can be assured that we will continue to strive to offer the best food, the best beverage and the best service quality possible as well as ‘value-for-money’ for Members to enjoy. Paul A Lawlass Chairman F&B Subcommittee

Financials In line with other clubs and hospitality industry-based businesses, the SCC is not immune from rising costs of raw food materials and new policies and levies implemented by the Ministry of Manpower on foreign F&B staff and S-Pass holders. The F&B sales revenue was S$9,207,000 in 2014 versus S$9,021,000 in 2013 with an increase by S$186,000. The F&B cost of sales as a percentage of revenue has increased by 2.1% from 41.6% in 2013 to 43.7% in 2014 mainly due to changes in sales mix and dollar to dollar increase in liquor duty and more promotional beverages at lower gross margins.

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M A R K E T I N G & C O M M U N I C AT I O N S SUBCOMMITTEE 2014 has been yet another busy and productive year for the Marketing & Communications Subcommittee (Marcom Subcom). A number of new projects have been initiated and a new Club website will be launched in 2015. The Marcom Subcom has made significant efforts to improve upon ongoing Club communications with Members through our various channels of existing communications that include the Padang Magazine, the Club’s official website, and regular E-mail blasts. The main task, however, has been to ensure that the Club’s rich history and traditions remain relevant across our communications platforms whilst at the same time achieving improved commercial results.

Chairlady Cynthia E Robless

Committee Members Gerard Ong Kevin Cumbers Kirsten J Thomson Srikanth K. V Tracy Jones T Q Lim

From left: Nigel Stearns, Tracy Jones, Adeline Tan, Kevin Cumbers, Cynthia E Robless, T Q Lim, Kristen Thomson, Srikanth K V Absent: Gerard Ong

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The Padang Magazine ‘The Padang’, the Club’s signature bi-monthly publication continues to keep Members informed and updated of happenings not only within the Club but also of the many events and sporting activities that take place at the Club, on the Padang, at Dempsey Field as well as overseas tours and articles of historical interest that closely align themselves to the SCC. During the past year the Marcom Subcom has reviewed its design and layout to ensure optimal presentation of information to Members while preserving the integrity of the content and quality of the publication. Improvements have been made to the presentation of the Food & Beverage and Events pages that have been given a more contemporary look and feel.

advertorial placements that have been attracted through external advertisers as well as through an active Club Member promotional campaign.

SCC Website Revamp Members can soon look forward to a new SCC website which will be launched in 2015. Months of careful assessment and deliberation while calibrating the finer technical details will soon bear fruit. The improved website will sport a more user-friendly interface making it easier to navigate and is being designed to further enhance communication with Members. With essential information more readily accessible, Members will never be too far away from learning of the latest developments happening at the Club.

One of the characteristic trademarks of the Padang Magazine is its editorial features and I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude to all volunteer Scribes for writing invaluable and compelling articles for our Magazine over the past year. The Marcom Subcom is further most pleased to report an appreciable increase in advertising revenues over the past year. To promote and improve the advertising revenue, Marcom Subcom together with Marcom Department has focused its efforts in securing more

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Mobile Applications The Club is in the early stages of developing an SCC Mobile Application for a launch to Members in 2015. The Mobile Application will operate in a secure environment, offering general information to non-members but providing greater levels of information exclusively to bona-fide registered SCC Members who download and register the Mobile Applications. The unique feature of the Mobile Application is to provide a capability for the Sports Section Convenors, Captains and Organisers to send messages to specific team/squad members, scheduling matches/games, and events which are currently taking up a considerable amount of time of Volunteer Section Members.

SCC E-Services The efficacy of online communication is supplemented by E-Services which have been formulated to allow Members ‘convenient access’ in the viewing of their Statement of Account; the ability to update their own personal particulars with the Club; and to sign-up for Sports Sections or the JSM Fund; and to book Tennis and Squash facilities.

SCC E-News Online circulars featuring the latest updates and developments in the areas of Social Events, Food and Beverage and Sports are disseminated three times weekly to Members. The E-Blasts are disseminated on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays respectively.

Souvenir Sales The SCC boasts a wide and varied selection of merchandise that is exclusive to Members. We are pleased to report that the Souvenir Shop recorded excellent sales over the period of 2014 and we hope to continue to entice purchasers with periodical ‘Sales’ and ‘Special Offers’ on selected items. The Marcom

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Subcom has worked diligently to enhance the quality of SCC Merchandise and has re-introduced a number of popular and design updated items, such as the vintage inspired dining placemats and greeting cards depicting historic images of the Clubhouse and its surroundings. Moreover, we have also introduced a new classic black and gold Club tie; a ‘sleeker cousin’ of the traditional Club tie. The Souvenir Shop has also been re-stocked with elegant glassware that would make perfect gifts for family and friends. A further step was taken with the introduction of a new range of Merchandise, Members can now purchase a new and ‘Limited Edition’ high quality dri-fit SG50 T-Shirt to commemorate Singapore’s 50th Year of Independence. The Marcom Subcom will continue to source exclusive items of Club merchandise items of superior quality and Members’ feedback would be most appreciated.

Closing In closing, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to Mr. Gerard Ong, Mr. Kevin Cumbers, Ms. Kirsten J Thomson, Mr. Srikanth K.V, Ms. Tracy Jones, Mr. T Q Lim as well as our Scribes from the Sport Sections and all contributors of articles to ‘The Padang’. My heartfelt thanks also to the Club Management and the Staff for their time, effort and dedication in the planning, organising and execution of the Club’s continued Marketing and Communications strategies Cynthia E Robless Chairlady Marketing & Communications Subcommittee

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SUB COMMITTEE R EPOR T Chairman George V Abraham

Committee Members Andrew Anthony Moore Anwar Gaffoor N Thangavelu Ong Chin Leong Retna Sabapathy Sunil Sabnani (till January 2015)

PROPERTY SUBCOMMITTEE The Property Subcommittee has been busy with renovation and upgrading projects throughout the year. From maintenance of the car park, security, building, mechanical & electrical works and pest control, it all falls under the purview of the Property Subcommittee. A maintenance programme is in place to provide an overall view of all existing equipment and fittings in the Clubhouse. With this programme, maintenance staff can prioritise the scheduled maintenance or replacements so that downtime is either eliminated or minimised. A state-of-the-art mobile sound system was acquired to support the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s social events such as the band performances on Wednesday and Saturday evenings. The new equipment helps to improve the quality of entertainment brought to Members as the enhanced sound quality is now in a class of its own.

Front row/left: Nigel Stearns, George V Abraham, N Thangavelu Back row/left: Judy Ting, Andrew Anthony Moore, Retna Sabapathy, Anwar Gaffoor, Norliah Soeyoeti Absent: Ong Chin Leong

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To further enhance our Members experience at the Club, new wicker furniture was acquired for the Verandahs, Courtyard as well as Stumps and Gilmour Terrace. Additional dining chairs were purchased to increase the seating capacity at the Courtyard. The Padang kitchen was closed for two days in June 2014 to facilitate the replacement of new exhaust fans. Additional wall fans have been installed at both kitchens which greatly reduced heat and created a more conducive environment for the staff. The false ceilings in the Padang and Oval kitchen were replaced with better quality ceiling boards. Energy saving initiatives included the replacement of conventional lighting with energy-saving LED lighting. The fluorescent tubes in both kitchens were replaced with LED panel lights. Utilities consumption was continuously monitored to ensure minimum wastage. The Property Subcommittee commissioned an energy audit with the aim of identifying areas of reduction, waste and potential savings. We expect the cost of electricity and gas to be reduced next year in view of the announced lowering of energy costs and the plunge in oil price. An additional ceiling fan was installed at the Main Lounge to keep the corner of the bar cool and comfortable for members. While the air-conditioning at the other Food & Beverage outlets is cool and comfortable, the Main Lounge and Padang Restaurant do not seem to have ambient room temperatures. The Property Subcommittee is also looking into improving the air-conditioning systems serving the Main Lounge and Padang Restaurant. Apart from these major projects, regular maintenance and repair works were carried out to maintain equipment, furniture and installations. Building and M&E works that were carried out this year include: • • • • • •

The replacement of sensors and header flow meter for the air-conditioning chillers The installation of handrails for the staircases leading to the Courtyard The replacement of frame, cabin structure and cabin car for the dumbwaiter serving the first and second floor kitchens The replacement of carpet for the staircase at the men’s toilet The inspection of gas installation at both kitchens The re-painting and replacement of broken concrete slabs and levelling of carpark lots

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• The sanding-down and re-varnishing in matt finish of the Stumps timber floor boards and staircase • The quarterly cleaning and degreasing of cooler hoods and ducting for both kitchens • The replacement of two sump pumps for drainage at the carpark • The construction of concrete kerbs for carpark lots near the Lawn Bowls green to prevent damage to the hedge • The acquisition of 4-Digit self-set combination lockers for the visitors’ toilet • The installation of signage for the staircases • The acquisition of one blood pressure monitoring kit and a paediatric energy reducer • The repainting and re-varnishing of various areas within the Clubhouse • The installation of wooden fencing at the Lawn Bowls green to prevent soil erosion • The replacement of condensers, compressors and condensing fan motor for the air-con chillers • The replacement andcalibration of faulty pressure gauges for the chillers • The annual shutdown for servicing and maintenance of the three air-con chillers • The inspection and testing of the lift safety equipment of the handicapped lift to renew the Certificate of Lift Maintenance for lift operation • The testing and calibration of gas panels linked to the gas sensors for both kitchens

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In addition to the above works, the lightning protection system was checked and tested by a licensed electrical worker. In general, the lightning protection system is in working condition with the above earth resistance values for down conductors/earth electrodes within the acceptable limit as per the Code of Practice CP33. As requested by the Sports Section to enhance the lighting at the Multi-Purpose Court (MPC), approval was sought from URA to install two additional lamp poles. However URA did not support the addition of two lamp poles. An appeal was sent to URA on the possibility of installing only one additional lamp pole. URA again rejected the second proposal citing concerns on the impact the additional light may have on the Padang and the view that the Club should confine its lighting requirements to the existing four poles. Another proposal to install three fixtures with two lamps each on the four poles and to increase the height of the pole from 6.2m to 10m was approved by URA. The lighting project is temporarily on hold as the NDP Committee will be taking over the Padang from the Lawn Bowls green to the MPC. Fire safety continues to be a priority and fire safety inspections were carried out on a regular basis to ensure compliance to Fire Safety Regulations. Testing and servicing of the fire protection system is carried out on a monthly basis and faulty heat/smoke detectors were replaced. Fire Drills were conducted twice yearly

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to ensure staff is familiar with activation procedures and roles and responsibilities. Pruning of trees and the trimming of tree top crowns was carried out on a six month routine to maintain trees in a safe manner. The last tree pruning exercise was conducted shortly before the SCC Night Race Fiesta to prevent tree canopies at the carparks from obscuring the race lighting. Other than the various maintenance works, the false ceiling in the Men’s Bar was cut open to provide access to remove the fan coil units for chemical cleaning to improve air flow. The water seepage issue at the Men’s Bar will be looked into during the redevelopment of the Clubhouse. In conclusion, I would like to thank Members of the Property Subcommittee for their continuous support and dedication during the year in review. My appreciation also goes to the Property & Housekeeping team for keeping the Club’s facilities in tip-top condition; mostly working behind the scenes to ensure a conducive environment for Members. George V Abraham Chairman Property Subcommittee

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RULES & MEMBERSHIP SUBCOMMITTEE Over the last year, the Rules & Membership Subcommittee has addressed a variety of matters. The main items were implementing the changes to the Club Rules that were approved by Members last year as well as making some minor changes to update our Bye-Laws.

Chairman Jonathan M. E. Robinson

Committee Members Bala Chandran Kandiah Richard Stapley-Oh Rodd Harrison T. Ravi Chandran Vijay Jeyaratnam

Again, it is disappointing, but seemingly inevitable, that we have also had to deal with a few disciplinary cases. We continue to learn how best to act fairly in the interests of both the Club and the Members concerned. I would to like to commend my fellow Committee Members, as well as other Members who have co-opted to help, for their diligent work and sound judgement in these sometimes difficult matters.

From left: Nigel Stearns, Bala Chandran Kandiah, Jonathan M. E. Robinson, Rodd Harrison, Adeline Tan, Marie Kwek Absent: T. Ravi Chandran, Richard Stapley-Oh, Vijay Jeyaratnam

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Implementing Changes to Membership Rules

Review of Rules & Bye-Laws

The proposed changes to the Club Rules and Bye-Laws were agreed by our Members at the SGM on 1 April 2014 and then by the Registrar of Societies on 2 July 2014. Implementing the changes had some immediate positive effects:

We undertook a consultative process to reviewing our Rules & Bye-Laws. A selected group of Members were canvassed as to what changes they wished to be considered and these were then put to the whole Membership in an on-line survey.

- Our new Member induction processes became more efficient making it easier for new Members to join and for selling Members to receive the proceeds of their sale promptly. - At the same time, we enhanced our Member vetting processes. - An offer was made to Ordinary (Non-Transferable) Members to convert their Membership to Transferable. The offer was accepted by 122 OTMâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s bringing a significant one-time financial benefit to the Club. - We now have only 186 Ordinary (Non-Transferable) Members. Our rules do not allow for any further additions to this category.

The survey received a credible 333 responses and these were presented at a Dialogue Session in November. Broadly, there were clear views in three areas:

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1) We should allow the silent use of iPads, Kindles and other similar devices for reading in all areas of the Club including the Main Lounge. 2) There is no wish to relax our dress codes. 3) Members recognised that there will be benefits in extending General Committee terms from one to two years.

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Establishment of the Rules Task Force Following on from the last point, a Rules Task Force has been formed, led by Mr Abdul Rashid Gani, with the following mandate: - To consider different methods for implementing a two year GC term, with the key consideration being to ensure the GC has a degree of continuity and knowledge is effectively transferred between successive committees. - To further recommend any other changes to the Club Rules that, in light of the increased term, would improve the governance of SCC. I expect that the conclusions of the Task Force can be brought back to Members during the first months of this year. It is important that all Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; views are considered in this process.

Membership On the Membership front, full details of the Membership base as at 31st December 2014 are attached to this report. Our active Membership base continues to increase and with a total of 5,939 up from 5,864 last year.

Acknowledgements I would like to acknowledge the support and encouragement that I had from our late President, Michael Grice and similarly to Mohan Bhojwani who stepped up when Mike died. I would also like to thank the Members of the Subcommittee together with Management and Staff who do such great work. Jonathan M. E. Robinson Chairman Rules & Membership Subcommittee

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MEMBERSHIP PROFILE VOTING Honorary Life Members Ordinary Members Corporate Members Life Members

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 3

2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

3291 3178 3121 3110 3076

2998 2921 2909 2876 2855 2877 2877 2827 2927

Total Active Voting Members

3314 3201 3145 3136 3100

3022 2944 2932 2899 2877 2897 2896 2847 2947

OTHER CATEGORIES

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Honorary Members Family Members

1829 1797 1736 1721 1646

1630 2055 1506 1461 1473 1525 1565 1646 1798

Sports Members

226

270

286

290

314

266

223

212

151

152

104

Term Members

179

184

182

180

187

172

130

Junior Sports Members

328

338

345

366

372

394

417

550

553

566

320

256

183

111

Total Active Other Members

2625 2653 2609 2618 2578

2515 2885 2350 2228 2254 1996 1974 1971 2071

TOTAL MEMBERSHIP

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Active Voting Members

3314 3201 3145 3136 3100

3022 2944 2932 2899 2877 2897 2896 2847 2947

Active Other Categories

2625 2653 2609 2618 2578

2515 2885 2350 2228 2254 1996 1974 1971 2071

Sub-Total

5939 5854 5754 5754 5678

5537 5829 5282 5127 5131 4893 4870 4818 5018

Absent Members

1814 1919 1959 1964 1925

1916 2792 2892 2917 2949 2920 2926 2872 2820

Total Membership

7753 7773 7713 7718 7603

7453 8621 8174 8044 8080 7813 7796 7690 7838

SPORTS SECTION

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010

2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001

Balut

143

152

164

169

190

230

125

132

131

184

150

153

149

158

Billiards & Snooker

204

196

206

201

189

188

200

222

206

199

204

221

Cricket

344

322

336

308

301

295

281

279

262

257

223

198

180

182

Darts

108

113

118

109

Golf

491

509

546

559

551

539

498

538

541

603

561

574

575

593

Hockey

244

214

245

234

216 L Hockey

190

163

230

226

265

126

137

147

134

M Hockey Bridge

119

123

137

142

135

130

109

130

124

149

122

138

122

144

Netball

Rugby

278

274

287

273

281

265

250

264

230

247

206

199

186

151

Soccer

234

229

232

273

225

224

222

238

221

202

205

194

184

206

Squash

379

376

393

379

361

351

311

316

317

361

352

383

406

440

Tennis

524

493

501

463

443

430

334

373

389

454

440

443

476

506

Lawn Bowls

Total Membership of Sport 3184 3108 3283 3161 3029 Sections

2997 2621 2845 2815 3170 2780 2801 2830 2954

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SOCIAL SUBCOMMITTEE

Chairlady Joyce Foster

Committee Members 2014 was an exciting year for the Social Subcommittee. The 2014 social calendar ended with approximately sixty (60) successful social events and band performances. We received good feedbacks and suggestions from the Members and we hope to launch the ‘Social Event Survey’ in 2015 to understand the types of Social Events that SCC Members and their guests would like to attend.

Capt E R Raymond Ambrose Nilma Missir-Boissac Ravinder Kaur Robin A M Wilkins Soma Devi Sunita Kapoor

The Social Subcommittee decided to continue with the ‘One Night Only’ band series which engages a guest band every last Friday of the month. We had fantastic bands such as Jive Talkin, Matthew and the Mandarin, Vernon Cornelius and more. The Quiz Night held on the first Tuesday of each month is still popular as ever. Special thanks to Mr. Nicholas Cochrane who volunteered to assist with the organisation every month.

From left: Felicia Heng, Becky Xu, Capt E R Raymond Ambrose, Sunita Kapoor, Joyce Foster, Daljeet Singh, Ravinder Kaur, Soma Devi, Angeline Tan, Chovin Blix Ong, Nilma Missir-Boissac Absent: Robin A M Wilkins

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Calligraphy Workshop 23 January 2014

SCC Celebrates National Day Our People, Our Home – 9 August 2014

First event of the year! SCC Members learned and explored the beautiful art of Chinese Calligraphy in a fun way. They even learned how to write festive couplets for the Chinese New Year and walked away with a deeper sense and perhaps passion for the art form.

Celebrating the nation’s 49th year of independence, children were treated to specially tailored sculptured balloons and face paintings and everyone was given Singapore flags, clappers and whistles. This year everyone will be looking forward to the SG50 celebrations!

SCC Chinese New Year Celebration 7 February 2014

Sauber F1 Team visits SCC 17 September 2014

Welcoming the year of the Horse! The Club celebrated the Lunar New Year with a series of programs starting with the traditional blessing by the Lions around the Club. This was followed by the quintessential Lion Dance and other fringe activities included palm reading and rainbow calligraphy. The night continued with a Wu Shu performance and a special band performance by RetroGroove. We even had a very ‘Special Guest’ which was Sir Porter the Horse!

SCC welcomed the Sauber F1 Team Principal, Monisha Kaltenborn and Test Driver, Giedo van der Garde for a private sharing session. The night ended with a photo opportunity and a mini autograph session with Giedo van der Garde. Everyone looked forward to the actual SCC Night Race Fiesta weekend!

Hungarian Wine Tasting 4 April 2014 SCC, together with the Hungarian Embassy, organised its first ever ‘Hungarian Wine Tasting’ for Members. Gracing the event was Hungarian Ambassador H.E Csaba Attila Farago and his wife Madam Maria Vas. The evening ended with the Hungarian ‘Traditional Folk Dance’ which everyone enjoyed.

Wine and Cheese Party 8 August and 14 November 2014

SCC Night Race Fiesta 19 - 21 September 2014 Turning back time to where it all started, SCC Night Race Fiesta put on the Vintage Theme this year. The newly setup children’s room had them occupied watching movies, playing Wii and painting wooden cars. We made history by getting into Singapore’s Book of Records for the “Biggest Balloon Treasure Hunt” at the Squash Court with 7500 orange and black balloons filling it. The top 3 winners of ‘Drink and Drive’ walked away with a trophy and the champion was awarded with a Claude Bernard Aquarider by our kind sponsor.

SCC held a Red & White themed Wine & Cheese Party in conjunction with National Day. With over 60 labels of wines and a vast array of scrumptious food and cheeses, the wine and cheese proved to be yet another popular event among the Members. The Christmas Wine and Cheese Party on 14 November was also very well attended and the Chef prepared a sumptuous Christmas themed buffet.

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Intersection Quiz Night – Halloween Theme 24 October 2014 1st – Dice Men (Balut) 2nd – Racketeers (Squash) 3rd – Sticky Wicket (Cricket) Best Dressed Award - Sticky Wicket (Cricket) For the first time, we decided to adopt a Halloween theme for the Intersection Quiz Night. It was an interesting sight to see Sections dressed in their costumes. There were a total of ten (10 teams) that signed up.

Oktoberfest 31 October 2014 The Club invited the Disco Fox Band - all the way from Austria to perform. They performed classic hits as well as traditional Oktoberfest songs with lots of yodelling. A month-long food and beer promotion in conjunction with Oktoberfest also had the Members coming back for more.

Diwali Night 7 November 2014 The night started with the lighting of the lamp by SCC Member, Mdm. Gursharan Kaur followed by performances from renowned duo, belly dancer and drummer Inessa and Gregory. A special appearance by local stand-up comedian, Kumar had everyone laughing hysterically.

Remembrance Day 11 November 2014 Every year, the Club holds a simple tribute to honour the fallen in commemoration of the sacrifices made by the military in defending the nation during World War

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I. In attendance were the Club’s General Committee, Members, staff and guests. We also had the honour of having war veteran, Mr. George Reynolds who is also a POW survivor. We would like to thank Mr. Steve Thomson, Mr. Jeya Ayadurai as well as distinguished Defence Advisors from the United Kingdom, Australia and New Zealand who were present at the ceremony.

Children’s Xmas Party 13 December 2014 100 children attended our Frozen Christmas Children’s Party this year, out of which 30 children were invited from the Jamiyah Home. They were also entertained by Mr Bottle, the magician, Elsa and Olaf and even Santa Claus who gave presents away. Special thanks to Mrs. Yvonne Yeo and her friends for assisting with the children from the Jamiyah Home and also Mr Phil Cunningham for being our Santa Claus.

Xmas Eve Lucky Draw 24 December 2014 30 attractive prizes were up for grabs at the Annual SCC Christmas Eve Lucky Draw which included a Raymond Weil watch worth $4000 and a private sunset cruise worth $3000. The Main Lounge was bustling with Members and guests as the Lucky Draw winners were being announced. Members and guests were also entertained by the ever so popular - Vernon Cornelius and Band.

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SCC Countdown Ball ‘Shanghai Night’ 31 December 2014 True to the theme, Members and guests were dressed in a mix of cheongsams and jazzy outfits. The Enigma Band got everyone grooving till it was almost midnight. After which, balloons were released as bursts of fireworks and the traditional “Auld Lang Syne” tune by the Gurkha pipers held everyone enraptured as they raised their glasses to a wonderful 2015! My most sincere appreciation to my Social Subcommittee Members for the many great ideas and participation that make our events a success. The SCC Management and Events team have never failed to iron out the ruffled feathers and have always been able to deliver quality social events which we are all proud of! Cheers to an even better 2015! Joyce Foster Chairlady Social Subcommittee

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SOCIAL EVENTS Chinese Calligraphy Workshop 23 January 2014

S C C C h i n e s e N e w Ye a r 7 February 2014

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H u n g a r i a n W i n e Ta s t i n g 4 April 2014

My Sushi Box 7 June 2014

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World Cup Sambalistic Night 4 July 2014

Sally Hansen Alluring Nails Workshop 19 July 2014

WWI Symposium & Remembrance Ceremony 4 August 2014

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Red & White Wine & Cheese Party 8 August 2014

National Day Celebration 9 August 2014

S a u b e r F 1 Te a m visits SCC 17 September 2014

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SCC Night Race Fiesta 19-21 September 2014

S C C H a l l o w e e n I n t e r- S e c t i o n Quiz Night 24 October 2014

I n t e r- S e c t i o n S o c i a l N i g h t 28 November 2014

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Diwali Night 7 November 2014

Remembrance Day 11 November 2014

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C h i l d r e n ’s C h r i s t m a s P a r t y 13 December 2014

Christmas Eve Lucky Draw 24 December 2014

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SPORTS SECTION BALUT

BALUT Elected 6 May 2014

Convenor: Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Committee Members:

John Lewis Taylor Raj Kumar Lars Berg Steve Thompson Mogens Andersen Renee Balagopal Rolv Stokkmo Sunita Kapoor

Anwar Gaffoor and John Taylor with Anwar’s Balut Section Spirit of Sport Award

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Yet Another Good Year for the Section

Sports Awards Night 9 May 2014

Carrying on from 2014, the Section once again won the local Inter-Club League with the team comprising John Taylor, Raj Kumar, Rolv Stokkmo and Ben Cunico.

Anwar Gaffoor received the Section’s ‘Spirit of Sports’ award for his outstanding performance and loyalty to the Section. In 2014, Anwar won the in-house yearly competition and also achieved the highest single column score of 167.

Monthly Section Nights are well-attended with an average of 30 baluteers enjoying the evening’s festivities. At the January meeting, 42 players attended, with Yasmin Khushi taking top honours.

Tour to the Kota Kinabalu Club We sent a high-powered team with past president Col (Retd) Gurcharan Singh and then Deputy President, the late President A. Michael Grice in the touring party. A most enjoyable tour indeed.

Visit & Games at the Danish Seamen’s Church

Annual Triangular - NUS, IA and SCC On Saturday afternoon 26 July 2014, a very enjoyable Annual Triangular was enjoyed by all baluteers from the three clubs involved. This year, IA proved to be the winners, narrowly pipping SCC by a mere 77 points.

Late President Mr Michael Grice and Soma Devi

On Saturday, 12 April 2014, Mogens Andersen kindly arranged a sumptuous Danish lunch with plenty of libations at the lovely old colonial mansion at 10, Pinder Road. After lunch, six rounds of balut were played with Andreas Justensen taking top spot with a score of 670. This visit was thoroughly enjoyed by all and it was requested that Mogens arrange another lunch there in the future.

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34th Chivas Regal Interport, Team SCC

Tour to the Sarawak Club 18 baluteers ventured to Sarawak for their Invitational Tournament over the weekend of 22 to 25 August 2014. Rolv Stokkmo won the individual honours with Soma Devi in third place. Once again, the Sarawak Club extended wonderful hospitality. On Sunday morning, whilst Members were at breakfast, Professor Brian Farrell broke the very sad news of the death of SCC’s President A. Michael Grice. Mike was a strong supporter of the Section as well as a playing member. Not only has Mike been missed but all Members miss his leadership. RIP MG.

Menon of Pernod Ricard Singapore for supplying Chivas Regal whisky and wines to make the event bubbly and effervescent.

The Dice Men Win the Annual Sports Quiz

Annual Pot Games & Padang Shield Games The Section played its part by winning both games against the Tanglin Club and the Singapore Recreation Club respectively.

34 Chivas Regal – STC – Annual Balut Interport Challenge Trophy th

SCC had the honour of hosting the event, and, in balut terms it was a ‘Full House’ as 124 players from 12 clubs around the region attended. We tried for 183, the highest score possible in balut, but due to space constraint at the Padang Restaurant as well as using the Gilmour Room to play, 124 was the absolute maximum we could accommodate.

Professor Brian Farrell and his team captured the Annual Inter-Section Quiz once again. John Lewis Taylor Balut Section Convenor

In Appreciation There are so many people to thank who have helped run the Interport, but sincere gratitude must go to the Balut Section Committee; the Sports Department; Head, Sports and Recreation, Janet Ng; Senior Sports Executive, Thipa Mogan, who joined the department on 1 September and has coped so admirably; Steve Thompson; Yani Saaban, Assistant Sports Marcom Manager for producing a 40-page souvenir magazine and Morgens Andersen for obtaining major sponsors to defray costs. Special thanks to Rajan

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Joyce Foster winning the year’s Individual

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BILLIARDS AND SNOOKER Elected 4 April 2014

Convenor: Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Committee Members:

Victor Yeong Matthew Lim Rangachari R. Jason Tan Joseph Yip Sunil Sabnani Tan Bak Choon

Victor and Billiards & Snooker Convenor of Polo Club

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We began 2014 with an Interport game with our long lost friends from the Penang Club; they visited our Club on 18 January 2014 and had an enjoyable evening of snooker and comradeship. We hosted them at the terrace for a wonderful local dinner where lots of catching up was done and drinks were had. We had built on this relationship and promised to continue the Club tradition of Interport snooker again in the future. We are looking forward to visiting them in 2015. The traditional Chinese New Year Lo Hei was held on 12 February 2014 at the Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar with a good turnout of about 50 Section Members. We had our traditional Lo Hei, suckling pigs and lots of drinks to celebrate the festive season. We visited Thailand for an Interport snooker game with Royal Bangkok Sports Club and RBSC Polo Club

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from 26 to 29 June 2014. We always have a good and enjoyable time in Bangkok especially the hospitality offered by both clubs. The result does not matter as we had built friendship and brotherhood amongst ourselves. Royal Selangor Club visited us with their newly elected Committee for an Interport snooker game at SCC on 14 August 2014. Although there was a break in our traditional Interport game, the interest was renewed with the present Committee and we look forward to visiting them in 2015. The Annual Pot games were played on 27 September 2014 at the Tanglin Club. It was a busy day with many games played between both Clubs. We eventually emerged the winner and also took the Pot games trophy for the Club.

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Annual Inter-port Game with Penang Club

Tossing to good luck and a prosperous new year

Pot Games with Tanglin Club

Inter-port Game with RSC

We participated in the Padang Shield against SRC , putting up the strongest team possible but lost eventually. Overall we are happy that we showed improvement and hope we will do better in the next Padang Shield. For the record, SCC won the Padang Shield overall. Christmas lunch was held on 18 December 2014 and about 30 Section Members attended the lunch where we offered Angus beef, ham and turkey with lots of drinks to celebrate the festive season. We look forward to more participation in our next Christmas lunch and we will always try to offer good food for our Section Members. Throughout 2014, Captain Matthew had organized several in-house tournaments for our Members. And the Winners and Runners-Up are as follows:

SCC Russian Handicap 1 Winner: Matthew Lim; Runner-Up: Victor Yeong

SCC White Ball Volunteer Winner: Jason Tan; Runner-Up: Tan Bak Choon

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Winner: Jason Tan; Runner-Up: KC Chew

SCC Snooker Handicap Winner: Tan Bak Choon; Runner-Up: Mohan J Bhojwani

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This year we participated in the National League Division 1; the team consists of Peter Gilchrist, Matthew Lim, Jason Tan, Sunil Sabnani, Timothy Ong, Anthony Chai, Gerard Ee, Timothy Yong and Clive Cheong. At the point of writing, we are at the mid table and the league is scheduled to progress further. World Billiards Champion and SCC Member, Peter Gilchrist won the Singapore Sportsman of the Year 2014 award and he also participated in the National Snooker Championship 2014 emerging as Runner-Up in a closely contested match.

Peter Gilchrist

The Men’s Bar was renovated in the first quarter of 2015. Do feel free to drop by the Men’s Bar for drinks, lunch, dinner or a game of snooker. On a personal note, I wish to thank my hardworking Committee Members for their contributions in organising the activities. Your hard work is much appreciated and we look forward to more activities in the first half of 2015 before the term comes to an end. Victor Yeong Billiards & Snooker Section Convenor

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SPORTS SECTION BOWLS

BOWLS Elected 25 January 2014

Convenor: Captain: Vice-Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: JSM Representative: Committee Members:

Prem Anand Wong Hui Kai T. Velu Derek Hodgkinson Ganesh Ramanathan Melvin Tan Chng Ming Li Dr. K.U. Menon

Introduction It was another very eventful year for the SCC Bowls Section with the range of activities and engagement with Bowls Singapore and overseas visiting teams as well as our participation in the international competitions. Our bowlers did extremely well especially in the Bowls Singapore competition. We also did well in the friendlies and local matches at the SCC with local and overseas teams.

Activities in 2014 49th Annual Australian Turf Bowls (Tatts) Carnival, Melbourne 6-11 April 2014 The SCC team with 15 bowlers prepared diligently over a month of practice sessions at the Tanglin Club for the event. The Tatts games are always very competitive with 15 games played over a day and a half. SCC won four, drew two, with most of the other games ending with close results. The tournament was called off due to torrential rains. The Tatts hosts were as always, most hospitable. They made a SCC flag and presented it to the SCC team for the official opening. The former president of World Bowls Mr Joe Aarons personally declared the 2014 carnival open.

Giles Roche Trophy

The 50th Tatts Anniversary carnival in 2015 will be hosted by Melbourne Tatts and will be held in Bendigo, Victoria, Australia from 12-17 April and promises to be a grand affair. SCC 7th Annual Sports Awards 9 May 2014 Sportswoman of the Year - Mrs Mary Lim Spirit of Sports - Mr Retna Sabapathy 13th Annual Triangular Tournament & Interport Games 15-17 August 2014 It was SCC’s turn to host this 13th annual meet and our bowlers practiced long and hard. The Committee took pains to select its best teams, whilst giving all our bowlers an opportunity to play. SCC came in 2nd Runner-Up with (4 wins and 2 draws) 10 points to RBSC’s (5 rink wins and 2 draws) 12 and KBGC’s (7 rinks wins) 14. In the Interport Games however, we did well – SCC won both games against KBGC and RBSC with scores of 89/80 shots and 102/88 shots in favour of SCC. My sincere thanks to all participants, supporters, sponsors and Committee Members for their support in making this event a success. Bowls Section Committee 2014/15

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13th Annual Triangular Bowls & Interport Games

Annual Giles Roche Intersection Trophy 11 October 2014 Results 1st Billiards & Snooker Section Balut Section 2nd 3rd Hockey Section Novelty Event – “Spider” 1st John Spackman – Darts Section 2nd Sheila Nagiah – Darts Section 3rd Low Weng Kee – Billiards & Snooker Section 14th Annual Triangular Tournament & Interport Games 2015 The event will be held in Bangkok in December 2015 and the dates are to be confirmed by the host, Royal Bangkok Sports Club.

Appreciation I would like to record my profound appreciation of the following people: The late president Mr A. Michael Grice, SCC President Mr Mohan J Bhojwani, Deputy President Mr Sher Baljit Singh and especially Chairman, Games Control Board,Mr T. Ravi Chandran and Members of the General Committee for their continued strong support to the Bowls Section activities. Thanks also to Mr Nigel Stearns, General Manager, for his ardent support and friendship.

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Robina Rebels at SCC

The Section also thanks Ms Janet Ng, Head of Sports and Recreation and Mr Ken Ang, Sports Executive, for their ever-willing assistance and support extended to the Bowls Section; Mr David Yeo, Assistant Accountant, for meticulously looking after the Section’s accounts. Mr Daljeet Singh, Head, F&B and Events, for his friendship and constant support of the Bowls Section’s function and events. All restaurant managers and staff for their incomparable service. Mr Rashed Miah, Field Specialist and his staff for maintaining the Bowls Green and keeping it in excellent condition. Mr Rajan Menon of Pernod Ricard Singapore, for his continued support through the years.

Conclusion My sincere thanks to all Section Committee Members and Section Members for their support in making 2014 a great year for the Bowls Section. Prem Anand Bowls Section Convenor

SCC’s finest at the Melbourne Bowling Club

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BRIDGE Elected 18 August 2014

Convenor: Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Committee Members:

Olivia Law May Sum Ching Ee Richard Holloway Trevor Chapman Firoz Khimji Soma Devi

Bridge sessions. He held a brief but important session on bridge etiquette just before the Pot games to ensure that we maintain a high standard of table etiquette and adhere to the fundamental ‘laws’ of Duplicate Bridge.

Bridge Section Committee 2014/15

The Bridge Section is now into its third full year as a fully-fledged Sports Section under the auspices of the Games Control Board. The Monday Duplicate Bridge sessions are now very well-attended and, regularly totals six to eight tables. The Section also played well over 40 games in 2014. The Section took part, for the first time, in the 2014 Annual Pot Games. Although we lost to Tanglin Club, the experience was immeasurable as it was our first foray in a major competition. We are looking forward to hosting Tanglin Club for the 2015 Pot games. Some Bridge Section Members also took part in several friendly competitions at the Chinese Swimming Club and the Singapore Recreation Club. Although the Section did not finally undertake an overseas trip to Kuala Lumpur, another trip to Hong Kong is in the pipeline. Mr Carl Parker, a certified Bridge Teacher of both the SCBA and the American Contract Bridge League (“ACBL”), has continued to support the Section as Bridge Director of the regular Monday evening Duplicate

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The Committee is pleased to note that we have had no untoward incidents during our Monday Duplicate Bridge sessions as Members have displayed mostly exemplary behavior and courtesy. With the continuing support of the Club, the Section has continued to invest in the necessary equipment and accoutrements for Duplicate Bridge play. The Section is looking forward to playing in the new indoor games room after March 2015. The Section hopes that

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proper card tables will be purchased for this room and is helping the Games Control Board source for these tables.

this would be an annual award given during the last special event of the year which is the Christmas event. From 2015 onwards, an additional award for the best individual player will also be given at the end of each year. These awards will help heighten the competitive spirit among Members and provide an incentive for improving the standard of play.

Meanwhile, the Club’s staff continues to support the Section in its usual efficient and friendly manner. In particular, the Club’s Food & Beverage team has been most accommodating in allowing the Section to host its regular Monday evening sessions at the Oval Restaurant. The Section has been able to use the Gilmour Room when it is not utilised, especially for our ‘special’ bridge events. The events are tied-up with special annual festivals like Chinese New Year, Deepavali and Christmas. There will also be a special National Day bridge event. For the first time, an award for the best pair of the year (2014) was awarded. The Committee decided that

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The Section is looking forward to moving into the new indoor games room with appropriate furniture and facilities. Such a venue will allow the Bridge Section to provide a venue for training and regular afternoon games, as well as the existing regular Monday evening sessions which hopefully will increase the Section’s membership significantly. Olivia Law Bridge Section Convenor

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CRICKET Elected 13 November 2014

Convenor: David Jones Captain: Dene Border Treasurer: Nick Power Secretary: Venkat Iyer Tours & Fixtures Secretary: Ben Gliddon Cricket Youth Development Secretary: Riaz Hussien Social Cricket Secretary: Hugh Darwell

Introduction In the 2014 the season comprised of: 7 x Senior league teams 1 x Saturday XI team 1 x U16 team 1 x Veterans league team 1 x Participation in the Interport fixture Commonwealth Cup competition 2 x Hosted Sixes competitions 6 x Touring sides Across all forms of cricket, the Section participated in approximately 160 scheduled cricket matches creating approximately 1,750 opportunities for Section Members to play cricket. After a hugely successful 2013, it was always going to be difficult to be as consistent across all teams in all divisions. Even allowing for that, 2014 was disappointing; and, in truth, we were never in the hunt for the silverware in any division. Across all teams, we went from a win/loss ratio of 75% in 2013 to 46% in 2014. Although it is hard to hide from the statistics, the Cricket Section is as big and vibrant as it ever was – 121 players represented SCC in the league cricket and a further 40 or so in the Saturday XI. There is a strong core of Section Members who are not only passionate about playing cricket; but, making sure that it is worth giving up our evenings and weekends to do so. We are amateur cricketers and while we want to be the best we can and win trophies, we need to ensure that people look forward to rising at 6.45am on a Saturday morning to get to the ground in time for an 8.00am start. This is what the SCC is all about – forging friendships, playing for each other

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and enjoying the facilities of the Club together. It goes beyond just what happens on the field.

Season Overview For the fourth consecutive year, SCC entered seven teams in the SCA league. The league season started a few weeks earlier than it typically has for SCC, with the first league games taking place in mid-February. This created an inevitable clash with our usual and, as always, highly successful Commonwealth Cup Tournament. The Saturday XI stuck with a more traditional mid-March start to the social cricketing calendar thereby avoiding any unseemly clashes with pre-season commitments. There was only one change to the roster of league captains in 2014 with Stuart “JB” Brown coming back to captain the SCC Pumas and Sukanti Sen moving up to take the Jaguars seat following the departure of Push Sharma. Similarly, there was no change in the Vets captain with Andy Beer reprising his role again in 2014. However the most significant change in captaincy came in the Saturday XI with Hugh Darwell stepping into the enormous boots left behind by Matthew Streeton. Matt has captained the Saturday XI for more years than I can remember and always did it with such good grace, humour, skill and diplomacy that it felt like he was destined to do it forever. It has always been difficult to imagine how anyone else might conceivably take on this role. It is therefore all the more commendable that not only has Hugh Darwell stepped into Matt’s shoes, but, has done so to such great effect and with universal acclamation of his peers. Congratulations Hugh, although I expect that like Matt, you will now find it far more difficult to persuade your peers to let you leave the job.

Virender Sehwag at the T20 with Michael Grice, Unmish Parthasarathi, Ravi Chandran and Imran Khawaja

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2014 Awards â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Roll of Honour

Player of the Year - Chris Janik

Award Winner Section Person of the Year Hugh Darwell & Dene Border Section Player of the Year (Aram Bail Trophy) Chris Janik Most Improved Player (John Martens Trophy) Ben Gliddon Junior Sports Member of the Year Brigu Iyer Klang Bang Dong Trophy Saturday XI Lions Player of the Year Chris Janik Lions Best Batsman (JT Hung Trophy) Andre De Lange Lions Best Bowler (John Meyer Cup) Riaz Hussien Lions Best Fielder Ben King Cougars Player of the Year Nick Dorney Tigers Player of the Year Kevin Robertson Cheetahs Player of the Year Sanchit Sanga Panthers Player of the Year Arjun Kakar Jaguars Player of the Year Dustin Yates Pumas Player of the Year Amandeep Singh Saturday XI Player of the Year Martin Seabright

JSM of the Year - Brigu Iyer

SCC International Twenty20 After a gap in 2013, we had a return of the 4th edition of this tournament from 22-24 August 2014. Eight of the nine participants from 2012 returned, with only Kowloon Cricket Club having to withdraw due to nonavailability of their top players. There is no question that the quality of cricket played was the best so far; with teams fielding 11 players with test or ODI experience. This was noticed by the cricketing public in Singapore and the crowd on finals day on Sunday which was the best we have had so far. In a pulsating final, Madras Cricket Club defeated the Singhalese Sports Club for their first tournament victory having lost the 2012 finals to Cricket Club of India. Player of the tournament was Danushka Gunatillaka of the Singhalese Sports Club. A total of 4,450 runs were scored over the three days at the Padang and Kallang grounds, with a total of 234 x 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. I would like to congratulate Unmish Parthasarathi in his first year as our T20 chairman for running such a successful tournament. He was ably supported by

Suresh Shankar, who made sure that we put every cent that we spent to good use; but, not holding back when we needed to invest to make the event a better spectacle. We are particularly indebted to Chris Rogers and Ashok Mahtani for leading the efforts on the sponsorship side. As always, they found creative ways to encourage our sponsorship partners to get involved. Adam Martin also did a great job in his first year as Head of Operations and Tracy Jones as always was solid as a rock, involved in almost everything. Thanks also to Martin and Sarah Seabright, Rupert Jakes, Sanchit Sanga, Will Tipping, John Thornback, Stuart Brown, Chris Thomson, Sandeep Uberoi, Ash Raivadera, Suresh Kalpathy and Phil Simmonds. There are so many people to thank; and, my apologies if I have missed anyone here. As always, none of this could have been achieved without the support from the Club Management, Sports Department and the General Committee.

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A. Michael Grice However we look at the 2014 season, it will be tainted by the very sad loss of our president, Michael Grice. It is impossible to sum up his contributions to cricket over 45 years in a few words; suffice to say there was no bigger supporter of the Cricket Section than Mike. His two great pleasures were umpiring for his beloved Saturday XI and watching the Lions play on a Sunday afternoon. His swansong was a rousing speech at the T20 Gala Dinner, a tournament that he started in 2009. Upon his introduction to the stage that night by emcee Andy Beer, he received an incredible ovation from the audience. Our Guest of Honour, Matt Prior (who had only just met him) remarked “Wow, he’s obviously a popular president”. That summed Mike up. He was so well-liked and respected by everyone who met him. He had the ability to be charming and engaging, but never held back from telling people things that perhaps they didn’t want to hear if he believed that the values of the SCC were being compromised. We will miss Mike as our Club President and as a strong supporter of the Cricket Section; but, most importantly, as a great friend. We know Mike will always be with us in spirit.

In Conclusion We had a disappointing season but we are still a great Cricket Section and we will bounce back strongly in 2015. As always, there are many people to thank; but I would like to recognise Duncan Reynolds and Nick Power who are stepping down from their roles as Captain of Cricket and Treasurer after four and six years respectively. Their commitment has been plain for everyone to see and they have been particularly helpful to me in my first year as Convenor. We will all miss their input but they both deserve a well-earned rest. Thanks also to Venkat Iyer who is stepping down as Secretary after two years due to his relentless travel commitments.

I would also like to extend a huge vote of thanks on behalf of the Cricket Section to all outgoing captains: Rob Hands, Richard Stapley-Oh, Nick Power, Will Tipping, Vishal Rathee, Sukanti Sen and Stuart Brown. All of them put their heart and soul into captaining their respective teams over several years and we are all indebted to them for their commitment. A big thank you to Tracy Jones, Lorraine Meyer, Sadiq, Sarah Seabright and all of our scorers without whom we would not be able to play – nor would we have any data on which to base the statistical analysis. Rashid and his team of ground staff deserve our gratitude for their continued hard work on the Padang and at Dempsey, making SCC the best place to play cricket in Singapore. Under the leadership of General Manager, Nigel Stearns, we have as much support as we ever had from the Club Management. In particular, from Head of Sports and Recreation, Janet Ng; Assistant Sports Manager, Wendy Foo and their team from the Sports Department who make our life so much easier. I think we sometimes forget how lucky we are. Wendy Foo has worked most closely with the Cricket Section over the years and always deserves our gratitude. Also, thanks to Assistant Food and Beverage and Events Manager, Chovin Ong; Assistant Banquet and Events Manager, Angeline Tan and Banquet and Events Executive, Becky Xu who are always excellent in their support, as are Marketing and Communications Manager, Julia Hirschberg and Membership Executive, That Htar Swee. We also have an extremely supportive General Committee and it is with their support that we seek to make some improvements in 2015 that will allow us to continually be one of the premier cricket clubs in world cricket. David Jones Cricket Section Convenor SCC vs Marylebone Cricket Club

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DARTS Elected 2 April 2014

Convenor: Captain: Vice-Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Committee Members:

Lion-Kangaroo Cup - SCC vs AHC

Mohietheen Fathima Philip Ng Jeroen Goldman Soma Devi Rachna Anand Mohan Balagopal Raymond Ambrose Shelia Nagiah Yasmin Khushi

At the Darts Section Annual General Meeting held on 2 April 2014, the following Members were elected to their respective posts in the Darts Section Committee to plan and execute a programme of activities designed to maintain and promote interest of the Section.

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Darts Activities The Section’s Night gatherings at the Oval Restaurant are held on the first Thursday of each month which also coincides with our monthly darts’ night. Attendance at Section darts nights has improved tremendously from the previous years. This is due to the increase in the Section’s membership - the highest in the past 10 years. The year started with the Chinese New Year celebration with the tossing of the traditional Lo Hei to bring more prosperity to the Section and its Members. The SCC Darts Section Exco organised its 1 SCC Darts Internal League this year with an overwhelming response. The League commenced on 7 May 2014 and ended on 2 July 2014. st

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total with three to four participants per team. We started invading the Men’s Bar almost four to five times a week to dart. In group stages, the team played 301. The finals were held at the Oval Restaurant on 2 July 2014 and 501 was played. I would like to thank our Deputy President Sher Baljit Singh and Chairman, Games Control Board T. Ravi Chandran for their continuous support of the Section. Our sincere thanks also to late president Mr A. Michael Grice. The 1st SCC Darts Internal League was a success and heartfelt thanks to Section Captain Philip Ng and Vice-Captain Jeroen Goldman. Huge thanks to the darters who participated and also the group captains for co-ordinating the games with your respective team mates.

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Lion-Kangaroo Challenge Trophy against Australian High Commission (AHC) The SCC Darts Section was invited to the Australian High Commission (AHC) on 23 May 2014 for the annual fixture. It was a day out for the Darts Section Members; we had a mini bus ferrying 13 Section Darters safely to Napier Road. We were welcomed by Mr Andrew Everitt (who was responsible for sports and social activities at the AHC) and all his colleagues, friends and loved ones. A strong turnout of darters (about 40) from both sides gathered at AHC that evening and the competition (six Singles and six Doubles) began. Both teams were well matched and the final score for Singles was SCC - 4, AHC – 2; Doubles was won by SCC – 4, AHC – 2. This year there was a slight tweak in the game format; we played 301 but the highest score wins. This event would not have been possible without much support from both SCC Section Darters and the AHC Staff. AHC and SCC will endeavor to continue this fixture and we are looking forward to inviting them over in 2015.

The team worked really hard for this win, practicing almost every other day at the Men’s Bar. Indeed the SCC Darts Team was determined to win this year; we came back strong and contributed the win for the overall Pot Games Trophy. The Darts Team dedicated this win to our late president Mr Mike Grice.

Annual Darts Bull’s Eye Tournament The tournament was held on 7 June 2014 with a total of 11 Sections taking part (Netball, Cricket, Hockey, Golf, Squash, Billiards & Snooker, Soccer, Bridge, Lawn Bowls, Balut, and Darts) and we had two teams with representatives from the General Committee, Bridge Section and Squash Section. Final Results Champion - Soccer Section 2nd - Darts Section 3rd - Cricket Section 4th - Hockey Section The dart game of choice for the event was 301. The first round was contested by all teams with the top six teams advancing to the second round where they were seeded into two groups. The top team in each group advanced to the final. During each round a number of Singles and Doubles matches were played. Thanks to Rajan Menon of Pernod Ricard for the sponsorship of whisky and fine wines which were enjoyed during dinner. GCB Chairman Mr T. Ravi Chandran and GC Member Ms Joyce Foster presented the medals to both finalists and the Bull’s Eye Trophy to the Soccer Section. Ladies’ Darts Night

POT Games - SCC vs Tanglin Club

Annual Pot Games After three years the SCC Darts Section clinched the title at the Pot Games on 27 November 2014. Mr MC Cheong, Tanglin Club Darts Convenor and his team were indeed gracious hosts. We had a series of three male -singles, two female singles, two men’s doubles and two mixed doubles. We defeated Tanglin Club in the following areas: 1) One male singles by Anthony Houlahan 2) Two female singles by Shelia and Fathima 3) Two men’s doubles by Raymond Ambrose, Philip Ng, Anthony and John Spackman 4) One mixed doubles by Mike Dories and Genevieve Chase

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Ladies’ Darts Night August was eventful for the Darts Committee with Darts Ladies’ Night, and the friendly game with the British High Commission. The Squash Section ladies, having lost at the Darts Ladies’ Night last year were determined to do a better job this year by submitting two teams. www.scc.org.sg

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The winners were: 1st Squash Crashers 2nd Darts Section 3rd Squash Tarts Special thanks go out to our sponsors Glow International for their complimentary facial vouchers, Mr Rajan Menon of Pernod Ricard for sponsoring the champagne and wine for the ladies. This event would not be successful without the support of our Darts Men’s Captain, Mr Philip Ng; ViceCaptain, Mr Jeroen Goldman and co-opted Member Mr Mohan Balagopal who held their own in a veritable sea of oestrogen.

Our SCC Darters gained from the opportunity to partner and play alongside some of the best darters in the Philippines. Special thanks go out to Eugene Pioquinto, Convenor Fathima who made a lot of interactions with the National Darts Council of Philippines/President, Logie Estacio for his presence and support throughout the three days and Errol Magtubo, the Team Captain, for facilitating the games.

Year End Party The Darts Section had an awesome party themed ‘Red, Green and White’. We had 40 Section Members in attendance. It was truly a memorable event to end the year with loads of happiness and to welcome 2015.

Conclusion The Darts Section has achieved its goals for 2014 having the 1st Internal Darts League and also having the opportunity to play with the International Darters in Manila bringing back the spirit of darts to SCC. The Section Committee would like to place on record its gratitude to all Section Members who have in one way or another contributed to the continued success of Section. Friendly Match against British High Comissioner

Friendly Darts Match against the British High Commission

Mohietheen Fathima Darts Section Convenor

On 21 August 2014 SCC hosted 25 members of the British High Commission. We played seven Singles, six Doubles, and four mixed doubles. The game format was 501, best of three games, Fly Start and Double Finish. The SCC came through as Champions.

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SCC Darts Manila Tour

Darts Tour A total of 11 Darters from the Section flew into Manila for a friendly tournament with the team represented by the National Darts Council of Philippines from 2 to 4 November 2014. The games were held at the Tres Marias De Malate Darts Pub in Manila, Philippines.

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GOLF Elected 3 October 2014

Convenor: Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Committee Members:

Richard Loo Peter Salt Vincent Ho Phillip Gwee Bernard Chia Chionh Chyehion Francis Ong Hugh Darwell SCC Division A Winners

The SCC Golf Section has completed another successful year with new Members joining during the year. Golf games and tournaments were organised by the Golf Section to promote golf as an integral part of the sporting culture of the SCC. With good support and participation from our Members the following events took place over the term: • 3 October 2014 – SCC Golf Annual General Meeting • November 2014 – Final leg of the Inter-Social Club Golf Tournament (ISCGT) Groups at Keppel Club. We have withdrawn from ISCGT due to the shifted focus to organise more golfing activities for our Members • 10-11 December 2014 – Batam Golf Trip (organised by Captain Peter Salt) 20 golfers participated and saluted the captain for a fabulous and enjoyable trip • 25 January 2015 - Inter-Club Game with Changi Golf Club • 12 February 2015 – First Golf Section social night

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In addition, the following events have been planned for 2015: • 25 January 2015 - Interclub Game with Changi Golf Club • 12 February 2015 - First Golf social night • April 2015 - Monthly social golf at the Marina Bay Golf Club • 7-10 May 2015 – Hong Kong trip for return game with Hong Kong Football Club. • June – July 2015 - We will be planning a major tour and a monthly social golf. Details to be confirmed at a later date • August 2015 - We will either host Royal Selangor Club for the Inter-port game or make a trip to Bangkok to play with the Royal Bangkok Sports Club. All to be finalised once we receive their reply • 10 September 2015 – The SCC Golf Annual Tournament will be held at the Sentosa Serapong Course. Kindly note that we only have 36 flights. Please submit your name early to avoid disappointment • October 2015 – Pot Games against Tanglin Club The Golf Section Committee wishes to thank all for the kind support and contributions. More games will be organised to keep the fellowship of the Golf Section active. The next election of the Golf Section Committee will be held before the first week of November 2015 and our financial report will be available at the next election. Till then, happy golfing and stay tuned for the upcoming golf games. Richard Loo Golf Section Convenor Team SCC at Keppel Club for Final Leg of ISCGT

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HOCKEY Elected 15 November 2014

Convenor: Men’s Captain: Ladies’ Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Ladies’ Social Secretary: Men’s Social Secretary: JSM Representative: Committee Members:

K Rajaram Jamie W B Chambers Rosalind Spink Mathavan Devadas Martijn de Blauwe Pauline Appleyard Sean Chen Liu Shiying Catherine Wheeler Intekhab Khan Laura Wilson Marc Kramer

SCC First XI in historic mood

Teams Report SCC won the National Hockey League 2014 U19 Girls Tournament (gold medal). We also won the bronze medal in the National Hockey League 2014 U19 Boys. As for the SCC Seniors Teams, both SCC Men’s and Ladies’ won the bronze medal in the Singapore Hockey Federation Division One League 2014. SCC fielded five Men’s teams and three Ladies’ teams for the Singapore Hockey Federation 2014 League. In the Women’s Liga 2014 Tournament, SCC Ladies’ emerged Champion by beating Hollandse Club 3-0 in the final.

SCC trainings are conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Delta Stadium at 8pm under the supervision of Head Coach Kanan.

Tours Between December 2013 and December 2014 the following tours were undertaken by the Section: • Bangkok – RBSC Tournament in December 2014 • Jakarta – ISCI Tournament in May 2014

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The Club has a total of 169 hockey players of which 102 are from the Men’s Section and the rest in the Ladies’ Section.

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Friendly Matches Arranged with Touring Teams: In 2014, the Club had friendly matches with the following touring teams: • Qatar Hockey Club in September 2014 • UK Army team in November 2014

Social Events The Section continues to be involved in all Club social events by participating in the following: • Annual Inter-Section Darts Tournament, 7 June 2014 • Giles Roche Inter-Section Bowls Tournament, 11 October 2014

The Annual Hockey Awards Night

Club with Chief Coach Kanan overseeing the project. Currently about 58 kids between the ages of nine to 17 are undergoing training regularly.

National Team Ms Emily Chan was selected to don state colours once again in 2014.

SCC International Hockey Sixes Tournament Once again, the SCC International Hockey Sixes Tournament was a great success with about 60 Men’s & Ladies’ teams participating in the two-day tournament which was held on 1 and 2 March 2014 at the Padang. Mr Zaqy Mohamad, MP for Keat Hong constituency was the Guest of Honour. K Rajaram Hockey Section Convenor

Champions of Women’s Liga 2014

The Section’s Annual Awards Night was held together with the Section Annual Dinner on 15 November 2014 at the Padang Restaurant. Awards were given away during the dinner to deserving individuals in the Section.

Youth Development The Club has set up a Hockey Academy to groom young players for future development of hockey at the

SCC U19 Girls Team - Champion Team for National Hockey League U19 Tournament

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NETBALL Elected 24 July 2014

Convenor: Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: JSM Liaison: Communications: Social Secretary: Tours:

Kerry Jane Brown Anna Bridgman Emma Howard Rachael Bell Nanthini Visvalingam Sadaf Salim Andrea Tolley & Madeleine Marriage Genevieve Chase

Summary After a difficult 2013, in which a lot of time and effort was spent rebuilding and rejuvenating the Section, we were able to start 2014 on solid ground. However this didn’t last long with numbers registering to play for the leagues dropping. This restricted us to entering only two ladies’ teams and one mixed in the leagues throughout the year. As the year progressed, numbers did steadily grow; but this resulted in the Section finding itself in a position with too many people for two ladies’ teams and too few for three. This caused frustration amongst players keen on having a full game of competitive netball. I’m pleased to report however that we ended the year strong and have been able to kick off 2015 with three

Convenor and Captain dishing out pizzas for the JSM Carnival

competitive ladies’ teams and the hiring of a second coach. Despite growing pains, the Section Committee and Members have shown unfaltering dedication to the cause of being one of the top amateur netball clubs in Singapore. This was acknowledged at the ‘SCC Sports Awards’ in May 2014 where we won ‘Initiative of the Year’ for the JSM Carnival and Rachael Bell won the ‘Spirit of Netball’ award.

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Team Reports Hawks SCC Friendly League 2014 This year we decided to break down the friendly league into three divisions; unlike previous years where we only had two. This worked well as each division by the 2nd round had a good level of competition and several new teams had joined the league. Hawks placed 3rd in division 1, playing against very strong teams, including teams of ENL Division 1 team and ex-national players. ENL 2014 Hawks were in Division 3 again this year. We had a fairly strong and very committed team this year; we came in 3rd place, down to a goal difference and only two points behind the winners. Had we won the penultimate game that we so sorely lost in the final quarter against the eventual winners of the league, we would have won our division. This year is the closest we have been to being promoted. Considering that a number of the players are new to the team; this was a very good result. Year End League 2014 The Year End League was broken down into four divisions; Hawks were placed in Division . The team played fairly; however due to rain offs we were unable to put a team in for each match. Again we had strong competition with national players in some of the other teams. The Eagles/Ospreys SCC Friendly League 2014 The Eagles had a great first SCC Friendly League with round one being placed in Division 3 For the first round they went on to win all of their matches and had a great turn out of players for each match. As a result of the Eagles being placed first in round one, they were promoted to Division 2 where they faced much harder competition. However, the team put on some great performances against some very tough teams and despite losing all of their matches (some

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only just) it was a great experience and good play with all players having to push themselves to perform the best they could against the better teams. ENL 2014 This year, the Ospreys/Eagles were placed in Division 7 of the ENL and found themselves playing against a number of teams they had not played before. Overall, the Eagles/Ospreys were placed 3rd in the division which was a great result for them given a number of injuries to players and a number of players being away for key matches. For a couple of matches the team only had five or six players which meant some very tough games for the team and so we were delighted to have finished 3rd. Year End League Eagles were placed in Division 2 for this league; Division 3 would probably have been more suitable for the current team. They played well; and, although they lost all of their matches they managed to at least half the score of the other teams. Falcons Singapore Mixed Netball League 2014 This year the organisers decided to split the league into two divisions, with several new teams being introduced. The SCC Falcons were placed in Division 1 and had a strong season finishing in 3rd place. Year End League 2014 All the mixed matches were played at the SCC on Wednesday nights, which was a great success. Falcons won three of the five matches against some very strong players. We also noticed that there are quite a few male SCC Members who currently play for opposition; although we did win against them, it would be great if we could add those Members to the SCC team. Hopefully running leagues at the SCC will encourage more Members to join.

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Weekend Tournaments/Carnivals/Shields Bedok Kings Mini Tournament During the summer break, the Netball Section participated in a mini tournament organised by Bedok Kings as part of hosting a touring team from Perth. Taking every competition seriously, we came prepared and ready for action! We played a round robin format with quick, short matches, and managed to sit comfortably at the top of the leader board throughout the tournament and clinch that top spot. As a cherry on the top, the team took home a few bottles of wine and are due a well-deserved celebration soon! It was definitely a good way to start off the new netball season. JSM Carnival The JSM begin last year to encourage a greater level of participation and recruitment of Junior Sports Members in the Netball Section, the 2nd edition this year proved to be a roaring success. The carnival, run by our JSMs, for secondary school students in Singapore saw 11 teams from the local schools taking part. The semi-final and final placing games for the U15 and U17 category were tight and intense, of which a few games went into extra time. The JSM carnival also broke last year’s record of consuming 58 pizzas SCC Ospreys in an afternoon! Who said girls can’t eat! A yearly highlight of the netball calendar now, this year’s success is attributed to our JSM Liaison, Jacq Ann and the support of the Club and the wider Netball Section. Padang Shield As another Padang Shield dawned on us, the Hawks team was sent to battle against our arch nemesis on our home ground. While the SCC Hawks had the advantage of experience (on average over ten years) on the young SRC team, our age, or rather theirs reflected on court with the nimbleness and speed that the Hawks couldn’t contend with. While the results weren’t to our favour, we’re proud to put up a team of regular SCC players. Bangkok Tour 2014 The Netball Section sent a team comprising seven senior players and five JSMs to Bangkok in June to compete in the Southerners Invitational Tournament. The tournament itself was hosted on a gloriously sunny day at the Patana International School Bangkok. Due to high demand, the usual number of ten teams saw an increase to 12 teams this year. The organisers foresaw very hot weather and at the last minute organised a new venue (we were originally meant to play at the

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NIST school) to host the tournament, allowing for all teams to play all matches indoors! Performance – The competition was very fierce throughout the day – we drew reigning champions HK Valley and Discovery Bay in our pool. We missed a spot in the finals playoffs series by a mere goal to the Discovery Bay team and two goals to HK Valley who ultimately went on to become the tournament champions. Again, we not only improved our positioning compared to the tournament in 2012, but we did so against much stronger opposition. Special mention to our ‘Player of the Day’ – Rebecca Gabriel.

Bali Flames International Tour 2014 The Bali Flames International Netball Tournament was held on 25 October 2014 at the Bali International School. Eight Sports Members and one Junior Sports Member attended the tournament. Participating teams came from Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, and for the first time, eight teams came from Australia and New Zealand. The competition was highly competitive. After the pool round, the SCC Flamingos were placed into the pool playoffs where we faced one of the stronger teams from Singapore and unfortunately lost in the semi-final. The organisers of the tournament, including Ms Rebecca Hamer, presented certificates to all participants and her team also arranged a fundraising raffle. The tournament prize giving and dinner was arranged by the Bali Flames and was held at The Deck, Seminyak. Kerry Jane Brown Netball Section Convenor

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RUGBY Elected on 28 April 2014

Convenor: Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Social Secretary: JSM Representative: Committee Members:

Marc Lansonneur Sam Sharpe Stuart Watson Matthew Love Rishi Chandiok Damian Pereira Brendan Nolan Bryan Lim David Griffiths Harresh Krishnan Jonathan Leow Mike Cosnett Rick Watkins Terence Noe

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The Rugby Section in 2014 has continued to implement key changes in its organisation, structure and coaching. Matt Singer was appointed Head Coach and formed a very experienced coaching team with Simon Etheridge, Casey Mee, Matt Allanson and Matt Parsons. Results to date have been extremely positive with a stronger and more united Section.

Elena Chong, Societe Generale head of communications for S.E.A and Tournament Chairman & Rugby Convenor Marc Lansonneur

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In March, post-season started well with the touring Growlers side winning the Manila 10s Vets Tournament. The Growlers confirmed their strength later by winning the International World 10s Vets Tournament at the newly inaugurated Singapore National Stadium. In May, the Section sent 28 players including eight JSMs to tour California where two games were played in San Francisco (close defeat) and Las Vegas (victory).

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In July and August our 7s team brilliantly retained the Singapore Clubs 7s title. A tour to Hong Kong followed in September where we played three games against HKFC - this year HKFC was very strong but the Growlers managed to win their game. The Singapore League has started very well for all teams. At the end of 2014, our four teams involved in the Singapore three divisions league were all top of their group with three of them unbeaten. For 2015, the first XV (skipper Peter McFeely), Tankards (skipper Jonathan Kay), Lions (skipper Elliot Smith) and Growlers (skipper Richard Cook) all have strong and realistic ambitions to win their respective League titles. On 12 October, we commemorated our lost friends with the moving Bali Memorial dawn ceremony at the Padang. The traditional Bali North versus South memorial games were played in November with the Southern Hemisphere sides winning both contests. The Singapore Cricket Club Rugby 7s has been another great event of high quality rugby with positive feedback from Members, public, sponsors and teams. After two years serving as Chairman of the Organising Committee, Marc Lansonneur has passed the lead to Jonathan Leow, a highly experienced 7s Committee Member.

At year end, the Rugby Section is stronger with top results and Members enjoying their sporting and social involvement with the Club. 2014 again has been a good vintage year for SCCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s representation in the Singapore National teams where 10 SCC players were selected with the Singapore National XV and 7s squads. Peter McFeely, currently 1st XV Captain, was appointed skipper of the Singapore XV. Going forward, the Section will continue its mission of enhancing the structure of its committees and teams and will continue in targeting excellence whilst working with the Games Control Board and the Club Management to further integrate rugby activities and other related events. The Rugby Section wishes to thank the Club, its staff, the General Committee and the Games Control Board who have been very supportive in this very busy year. Marc Lansonneur Rugby Section Convenor

Besides top sporting results, the Section managed to improve its financial contribution to the Club by closing a two year contract with title sponsor Societe Generale. Societe Generaleâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;s contribution will support the SCC Rugby 7s, Rugby Section and the Junior Rugby Academy programme. The Section is now involved in all SCC rugby activities (Senior Rugby, SCC7s, and Rugby Academy).

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SOCCER Elected 11 November 2014

Convenor: Captain: Vice-Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Social Secretary: The SCC First Team won the Cosmopolitan League and Cup for the sixth consecutive year under the leadership of Owen Monaghan. Strollers who played in the Equatorial Football League Division One under the leadership of Michael Drake finishing mid table. Sunday Tigers team finished second place in the ESPZEN league under the leadership of Tim Digby, Ronnie Smollet and Richie Pugh. Aman and Vincent made sure our Thirds were running smoothly and enjoyed a successful year which is always seen on a Wednesday night after the match. The Lions are consolidating their team with some new players to bolster their squad. Terk Lee runs a spirited Lions team assisted by Tony Moore and several others, ensuring that Thursday night football is competitive and enjoyable. The PADS had a strong year culminating in the annual Henrik Lorenz Memorial game in Phuket against HKFC which they unfortunately lost. However, worth remembering is the work done by the PADS at the Phuket orphanage (brainchild of the late great Henrik). We will continue this every year and also bring children from the orphanage to participate in our SCC Soccer Sixes tournament.

Scott Starr Owen Monaghan Ronnie Smollet Rodd Harrison Dominic Lane John Spackman

The NFL team under the leadership of Chris Pereira had a season of consolidation and we will be looking to strengthen the squad this year as they look to bounce back to the top division. The Youth Academy run by Owen Monaghan is running well and we are training and coaching the younger ones in the hope that they become our stars for the future. Owen has now added U12/U14/U16 and U18 who are now playing as Tigers in the ESPZENÂ league. Owen and PJ Roberts managed our Sevens team that participated in the HK Sevens and we did very well against very strong opposition with the Masters team losing in the finals of the Plate competition. We enjoyed this tournament immensely and look forward to participating again in 2015.

Tours We will participate in the Bangkok tournament in 2015 as it was rescheduled due to the Thailand political situation at that time which also happened to be only a couple of weeks before our own Sixes tournament. Owen managed our Sevens team to participate in the HK Sevens and we did very well against very strong opposition, including Man City. The Open team lost to Leicester City in the semi final of the Plate competitionÂ 1-0.

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The Masters team managed by PJ Roberts did extremely well but lost in the finals to HKFC Veterans 1-0. We enjoyed this tournament immensely and look forward to participating again in 2015.

SCC Soccer Sixes The sixth edition of the Singapore Cricket Club International Soccer Sixes was back in 2014, on 17 and 18 May at the historic Padang. Torrential rain failed to mar the SCC International Soccer Sixes tournament at the Padang as teams across different categories enjoyed this annual competitive event. In the Youth category, the talented team from Cambodia, Phnom Penh Crown FC, beat Thai team Youth Football Home 2-0 in the final to emerge as champions. The other teams competing were Bali Sports Foundation and Muhammadiyah Association of Singapore, who represented themselves very well indeed. It was humbling to see the Bali Sports Foundation team, who were hearing impaired playing on an even keel with the rest of the youth teams. A big thanks to Rodney Holt for making that happen this year. Meanwhile in the hotly-contested 16-team Open Category where players from the region including Malaysia, Thailand and Japan featured, it was Malaysia’s Felda United who beat the home ground favourites SCC Firsts 2-0 to come in tops and bring home the Cup for 2014 in a deserved result. Last but not least in the highly anticipated Final of the Masters Category, defending SCC Soccer Sixes Champions CLA All Stars took on Jurong Weston Corporation again after a 1-1 draw in their last meeting in the round robin matches. The CLA All Stars won this time 2-0 as star players Ray Parlour of Arsenal fame and PJ Roberts, former S.League player and SCC Member, both scored to seal back-to-back titles for the team. It was a truly enjoyable experience for those who were involved, including the players, spectators and organisers. I would like to thank every SCC Member who contributed in some way to make this tournament

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happen and also to the General Committee and SCC staff. My sincere thanks goes out to the Sixes Committee also for digging deep throughout, especially Owen Monaghan, Danny Townsend, Ronnie Smollet and Rodney Holt. Finally, a big and special thank you to Dirk Paulsen (Melchers & Co), Eddie Tang (CLA) and Glyn Vince (Rulewave). The other sponsors should also be acknowledged for their support; Horlicks (GSK), Guinness (APB), Mitre, Weston Corporation, Park Hotel (Clarke Quay), Mafro Sports, Toll, Avant Venture, Four Four Two, Macoocoo, Rebel & Soul and Full Circle PR. Thanks to everyone involved in running the football teams at the SCC and special thanks to the Sports Department who do a superb job in organising our facilities every week. I would like to thank the Section Committee for their support over the last year and to all SCC staff who do all the work to allow us to play. A special thanks indeed to Owen, Matt, Ronnie, and Ravi who do so much work behind the scenes to help me - a real team dedicated to the SCC. Finally, as this is my last update to the Section, I would like to reiterate our key goals: •

To have strong, competitive teams during the weekend of the NFL / Cosmo / ESPZEN / Equatorial Leagues and to maintain the social fabric of the Section through the mid-week SCC Lions, Pads and Thirds teams;

• To fulfil Interport fixtures and tours; • To run a Sixes tournament that has economic viability; • To have a successful Soccer Academy which will aid in the development of youth progression in all our squads Scott Starr Soccer Section Convenor

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SQUASH Elected on 28 June 2014

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Convenor: Men’s Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: Social Secretary: Committee Members:

Andrea Nicholas Manmindar Singh William Hatch Anna Trybocka Mahes Velupillai Ashley Nicholas Peter Rogers

Squash Section Committee 2014/15

Committee I took over as Convenor from Manmindar Singh following the Annual General Meeting held in June and I am very grateful for all the work Manmindar has done during his time as Convenor. The Annual General Meeting was held at the Gilmour Room and it went very smoothly. All resolutions were passed without fuss, including the raising of our court fees and the change in by-laws regarding the booking of courts by Non-Section Members as well as the tightening of by-laws concerning attire. I wish to thank the current Committee for all your work over the past year.

National Squash Leagues (NSL) The leagues started in late February, finished in May, and were followed by ‘The Challenge Cup’. The league competition finds the top team in each grade, whilst ‘The Challenge Cup’ is a play-off for the top four teams in each grade. We entered 14 teams and were represented in every grade. We won three titles – the prestigious Men’s A, as well as Men’s C, and, for

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the first time, Ladies’ Division One. The Men’s B team emerged second again. We had three ‘A’-grade teams, two ‘C’-grade teams one being entirely composed of juniors who swept all before them, not losing a match all season. We had two Ladies’ Division 1 teams and our winning team fought hard for their title. It came down to the last match and our top player came back to win five sets against a top ranked Malaysian junior. Challenge Cup Winners – Men’s A, B, C and Ladies’ Division One.

Juniors Thanks mainly to Allan and Shirley Chang, our Junior Programme is continuing and the regular intake of juniors each year helps our Section maintain its status as a top squash club. Without our juniors, the Section

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would consist mostly of older, social players and a few seriously competitive ones. This yearly gain of new juniors offsets to some degree the yearly loss of players to tertiary studies, National Service and the job market. The current strategies that the Club has put in place concerning Junior Sports Membership (JSM) conversion are good initiatives but it is not pursued by all our juniors. That could be due to the loss of interest in squash, insufficient time due to a high-pressure job, or even injury. In June, a team of 13 juniors went to Penang with Coach Allan for the annual Penang Junior Open Tournament where they competed against the best of Malaysia and Asian juniors. Our juniors performed well but they did not win any titles. Our inaugural Junior Club Championships was held in December. However many players were away including most of our junior girls so we were unable to have a girls’ competition. Regardless, the semis and finals were great matches with Chua Man Tong and Royston Raymond going all the way to five gruelling sets in the finals. Hopefully, next year, with a different date, we will get more entries. Thanks to Bill Hatch for organising it.

The result are: Chua Man Tong won the Junior Men’s Champion; Royston Raymond came in Runner-Up; third place went to Ernest Ng and the Plate winner was Isaiah Yeo. We also started a Junior Development Programme with SquashPro International Squash Academy for children under 13 years of age. This was carried on from the Family Fun Day we ran early in the year. The programme ran for two terms and we hope to continue in 2015.

Tours The 20th Triangular Tournament was hosted by the Madras Cricket Club (MCC) in March. The MCC was a wonderful host and our ten players were treated like royalty. The team we sent over was not particularly strong and both the Calcutta Racket Club and the MCC soundly beat us. Thanks to tour manager Kristen Mansfield for organising the trip. In July a group of 14 players including six ladies, reacquainted themselves with our reciprocal clubs in Bangkok. We played social matches with the Royal Bangkok Sports Club and with British Club winning both matches. The Hong Kong Football Club 3’s team event is usually on our calendar but in 2014 we did not send any official teams as it was very close to the World Masters which was held in Hong Kong. We had ten players competing in the World Masters against some very fine squash players from all over the world. All agreed it was a great experience.

Club Championships The Club Championships were held in November and it usually runs over two weeks but we tried a new weekend-only format which seemed to work well. Man Tong & Royston

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We had two Men’s Divisions with over 60 in total playing and a draw of 12 ladies. The men were divided into the Open (A, B & C grade) and Division 1 (D, E & F grade) categories. We were missing our current top players, Vivian Rhamanan and Bryan Koh, as well as former champion Udai Singh, but the Open finals between Anders Yeo and Nigel Koh was still a good one with Anders winning 3-1. Tim Soh won the Plate title. In Division 1, the finals between Junior Rutvik Rau and Sandip Talukdar was a close five-setter with Rutvik prevailing in the end. The Plate winner was Tim Howard. The ladies’ final was between former national player Pamela Chua and veteran Andrea Nicholas. Pamela came out the winner 3-1. The ladies’ Plate winner was Audrey Chan. Thanks to Robbie Lyons for organising and running it.

Social Events The ‘End of League’ dinner was held in August and attended by all the league teams. World Squash Day was held in October and with help from Koh Wai Keng who did the bulk of the organising, 48 players on Saturday played 20 minutes of non-stop squash. Friendlies: • Hollandse Club in August (lost 13-7) • Hosted the American Club in August (lost 7-5) • Hosted the British Club in September (won 9-2) Thanks to Nick Cochrane for organising the above • We hosted a visiting RAF team for the second year in October winning comfortably Cosmopolitan League – This is a social league for players graded C and below involving the American Club, British Club, Hollandse Club, SGCC, SICC, Tanglin Club and SCC. It ran from August to early December and we finished a creditable 2nd behind Tanglin Club. In fact, the results of the league came down to the last match and we needed to beat Tanglin Club 5-0 to win the trophy but could only manage a 3-2 win. Thanks to our captains Terry Scott and Tim Howard. The Section participated the following in • Giles Roche Inter-section Bowls Tournament • Annual Inter-section Darts Tournament • Darts Ladies Night which we won • We also had three teams in the Inter-Section Quiz Night where we took 2nd placenight where we took 2nd place • SCC won the Annual Pot Games hosted by Tanglin Club The annual Cricket Section versus the Squash/Cricket match was resurrected in November with a match played at Dempsey against a social Cricket Section

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side - Squash Section won. Thanks to Suresh Prabhu for organising the game.

National Events The Masonry Singapore Squash Open was held in January. We did quite well with Vivian Rhamanan winning his 5th consecutive title; Anders Yeo coming in runner-up and Tim Leong in 4th place. Other Results: Ladies’ Open Runner-Up: Michelle Tay Girls Under 19: Winner Alethea Sim Girls Under 17: 2nd place Michelle Tay, 3rd place Chong Yin Jean Girls Under 15: 3rd place Bernyce Tay Boys Under 19: 2nd place Tim Leong, 3rd place Reuben Tay Boys Under 17: Winner Rayden Tan, 3rd place Sean Lim Boys Under 15: 3rd place Rutvik Rau We had 23 entries in the Masonry Closed National Squash Tournament in July. Results as follows: Men’s Champion: Vivian Rhamanan Runner-Up: Bryan Koh Women’s Champion: Joannah Yue (at least her 10th title) The Old Chang Kee Singapore Open held in December: Results as follows: Women’s Premier Runner-Up: Mao Shi Hui Boys U19 4th: Chua Man Chin Boys U17 4th: Rayden Tan Lastly, a big thank you to Sports Department especially Jolene How and her successor Ken Ang, as well as Janet Ng, Head of Sports & Recreation. What we do would not be possible without your help and guidance. Also, thanks to T. Ravi Chandran, Chairman, Games Control Board, Nigel Stearns, General Manager and the SCC’s General Committee for their support at all times. Andrea Nicholas Squash Section Convenor

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TENNIS Elected 2 July 2014

Convenor: Ladies’ Captain: Men’s Captain: Treasurer: Secretary: JSM Representative: Committee Members:

Fiona Pilling Nilma Missir-Boissac Soenke Langhoff Wilfred Lim Mert Ozkan Hifzi Kevin Cumbers Adam Sturmer Gilbert Ng Joe Chen Shahid Sen

An afternoon of social games with SCC and SANWA

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2014 played out much like a tennis match - full of action, lots of highs and some challenges. After the General Committee very graciously approved the Section’s request for new artificial grass courts, the contractor was chosen, the surface ordered and works scheduled to start in November but then we were served a curve ball. The Singapore National Day celebrations would now require our courts to construct viewing grandstands. Thankfully, the contractor is able to store the new court surface and has agreed to postpone the works until after the courts have been returned to SCC in September 2015. In addition, upgrades to the lighting on the Multi-Purpose Courts will also be postponed. Patience is a virtue; particularly on the tennis court.

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And then there was colour - approval was granted for tennis attire of any colour to be worn on the tennis courts. On the competition side our teams brought home silverware! The Ladies’ A team won the Martha Young Cup and the Men’s C team emerged RunnersUp in the Chan Cup. This effort collectively awarded SCC Overall (joint) Club Champions. SCC previously celebrated this success back in 2009. We thank all players and supporters for their contributions. On the social side we hosted the Japanese Club, SANWA, in May narrowly losing ten matches to nine. The Chinese Swimming Club invitational was a fun affair while the Annual Pot Games against the Tanglin

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Club was a contest for the survival of the fittest in the mid-day heat with SCC managing to win nine matches to two. The last challenge of the year saw us draw with SRC. Friday night social tennis continues to attract a range of players for a casual hit and a chance to catch up over roti prata and a beer. The French Open and Wimbledon Finals were screened at Stumps with a few diehard tennis fans staying on until the wee hours of the morning to catch all the action. The glamour event of the year belonged to the WTA Finals in October. This debut tournament in Singapore attracted the top eight ladies in the world. Martha Young Cup winners and Chan Cup runners-up

SCC Tennis Members could be seen in the stands enjoying the spectacle, as ball girls in action on the court, in admin positions in the background, running the Future Stars tournament and proudly our very own Melissa Pine directing the tournament! It was an amazing event which gave many of us a chance to get up close and personal with the best of the best. With Singapore now firmly on the tennis map, we can expect to see more stars in our neighbourhood which is good news for the future of tennis. Battling out under the mid-day heat

Fiona Pilling Tennis Section Convenor

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REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

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Statement of financial position

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Statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income

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STATEMENT BY THE GENERAL COMMITTEE TO THE MEMBERS OF SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB

In accordance with a resolution of the General Committee and in the opinion of the General Committee, the financial statements set out on pages FS4 to FS31 are drawn up so as to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Club as at December 31, 2014, and of the results, changes in funds and cash flows of the Club for the financial year then ended, and at the date of this statement, there are reasonable grounds to believe that the Club will be able to pay its debts when they fall due.

ON BEHALF OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE

………………………………………………… MOHANDAS JAMNADAS BHOJWANI President

………………………………………………… HAMISH ALEXANDER CHRISTIE Finance Member

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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS’ REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB

Report on the Financial Statements We have audited the accompanying financial statements of Singapore Cricket Club (the “Club”) which comprise the statement of financial position as at December 31, 2014, and the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income, statement of changes in funds and statement of cash flows for the year then ended, and a summary of significant accounting policies and other explanatory information, as set out on pages FS4 to FS31. General Committee’s Responsibility for the Financial Statements The General Committee is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards and the Societies Act, and for such internal control as the General Committee determines is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. Auditors’ Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with Singapore Standards on Auditing. Those standards require that we comply with ethical requirements and plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor’s judgement, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity’s preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates made by the General Committee, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinion.

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INDEPENDENT AUDITORSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB

Opinion In our opinion, the financial statements are properly drawn up in accordance with the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards so as to present fairly, in all material respects, the state of affairs of the Club as at December 31, 2014 and the results, changes in funds and cash flows of the Club for the year ended on that date. Report on Other Legal and Regulatory Requirements In our opinion, the accounting and other records required by the regulations enacted under the Societies Act to be kept by the Club have been properly kept in accordance with those regulations.

Public Accountants and Chartered Accountants Singapore

March 20, 2015

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION December 31, 2014 Note 2014 2013 $ $ ASSETS Current assets Cash and bank balances 5 18,278,062 16,916,186 Members’ accounts 6 1,755,640 1,893,951 Other receivables 7 466,038 476,264 Inventories 8 497,501 311,056 Total current assets 20,997,241 19,597,457 Non-current asset Property, plant and equipment 9 24,312,616 25,568,938 Total assets 45,309,857 45,166,395 LIABILITIES Current liabilities Trade and other payables 10 4,457,488 5,932,114 Members’ deposits 11 1,251,978 1,230,541 Income tax payable 29,205 16,957 Deferred tax liability 12 7,713 6,362 Total current liabilities 5,746,384 7,185,974 Fund Accumulated fund 13 39,563,473 37,980,421 Total liabilities and fund 45,309,857 45,166,395 See accompanying notes to financial statements.

…………………………………………… …………………………………………… MOHANDAS JAMNADAS BHOJWANI HAMISH ALEXANDER CHRISTIE President Finance Member March 20, 2015 March 20, 2015

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME Year ended December 31, 2014 Note 2014 2013 $ $ Operating revenue Subscriptions fees 14 5,946,545 5,527,116 Food and beverage 15 9,207,022 9,021,376 Sports and recreation 16 2,920,533 2,715,485 Fruit machines (net) 164,498 165,033 Carpark 619,094 616,302 Other income 17 899,946 935,721 Total operating revenue 19,757,638 18,981,033

Less: Operating expenditure Food and beverage - Cost of sales 15 (4,023,064) (3,754,209) - Staff costs and other operating costs 15 (5,728,312) (5,517,457) Sports and recreation 16 (3,939,881) (3,555,442) Management and other staff costs 18 (2,871,724) (2,867,479) Depreciation 9 (1,977,138) (1,998,900) Property maintenance 19 (1,076,022) (1,084,567) Property tax income (expense) 20 197,337 (313,477) Office and administration 21 (366,754) (325,534) General expenses 22 (870,078) (840,630) Total operating expenditure (20,655,636) (20,257,695) Operating deficit (897,998) (1,276,662) Add: Non-operating income Membership transfer fees 14 Conversion fees 23 Interest from deposits

1,442,000 922,601 143,761 2,508,362

Surplus (Deficit) for the year before income tax Less: Income tax expense 24 Surplus (Deficit) for the year representing total comprehensive income (loss) for the year

1,610,364 (126,378) (27,312) (13,700) 1,583,052

950,000 73,754 126,530 1,150,284

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN FUNDS Year ended December 31, 2014 $ Balance at January 1, 2013 38,120,499 Deficit for the year, representing total comprehensive loss for the year (140,078) Balance at December 31, 2013 37,980,421 Surplus for the year, representing total comprehensive income for the year 1,583,052 Balance at December 31, 2014 39,563,473

See accompanying notes to financial statements.

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS Year ended December 31, 2014

2014 2013 $ $

Operating activities Operating deficit (897,998) (1,276,662) Adjustments for: Depreciation of property, plant and equipment 1,977,138 1,998,900 Reversal of allowance for doubtful debts (30,285) Write off of property, plant and equipment 2,941 13,825 Operating cash flows before movements in working capital 1,051,796 736,063 Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; accounts 168,596 (41,701) Inventories (186,445) (11,348) Other receivables 18,172 151,091 Trade and other payables (1,474,626) (26,958) Cash (used in) generated from operations (422,507) 807,147 Income tax paid (13,713) (9,203) Net cash (used in) from operating activities (436,220) 797,944 Investing activities Purchase of property, plant and equipment (724,690) (677,971) Restricted cash (1,045,149) (742,392) Interest received 135,815 111,824 Net cash used in investing activities (1,634,024) (1,308,539) Financing activities Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; deposits received 21,437 20,320 Membership transfer fees 1,442,000 950,000 Conversion fees 922,601 73,754 Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment 933 Net cash from financing activities 2,386,971 1,044,074 Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 316,727 533,479 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year 12,555,043 12,021,564 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year 12,871,770 12,555,043 For purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents comprise of the following: Cash and bank balances (Note 5) 18,278,062 Less: Fixed deposits with maturities exceeding three months classified as restricted cash (5,406,292) Cash and cash equivalents 12,871,770

16,916,186 (4,361,143) 12,555,043

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2014 1 GENERAL Singapore Cricket Club (the “Club”) is registered under the Societies Act with its principal place of business and registered office at Connaught Drive, Singapore 179681. The financial statements are expressed in Singapore dollars. The principal activities of the Club are to promote and carry on a sports and social club for its members. The financial statements of the Club for the year ended December 31, 2014 were authorised for issue by the General Committee on March 20, 2015. 2

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES BASIS OF ACCOUNTING - The financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the historical cost basis except as disclosed in the accounting policies below, and are drawn up in accordance with the Singapore Financial Reporting Standards (“FRS”) and the Societies Act. Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given in exchange for goods and services. Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date, regardless of whether that price is directly observable or estimated using another valuation technique. In estimating the fair value of an asset or a liability, the Club takes into account the characteristics of the asset or liability which market participants would take into account when pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. Fair value for measurement and/or disclosure purposes in the financial statements is determined on such a basis, except for leasing transactions that are within the scope of FRS 17, and measurements that have some similarities to fair value but are not fair value, such as net realisable value in FRS 2 or value in use in FRS 36. In addition, for financial reporting purposes, fair value measurements are categorised into Level 1, 2 or 3 based on the degree to which the inputs to the fair value measurements are observable and the significance of the inputs to the fair value measurement in its entirety, which are described as follows: •

Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities that the entity can access at the measurement date;

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Level 2 inputs are inputs, other than quoted prices included within Level 1, that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (cont’d) ADOPTION OF NEW AND REVISED STANDARDS - On January 1, 2014, the Club has adopted all the new and revised FRSs and Interpretations of FRS (“INT FRS”) that are effective from that date and are relevant to its operations. The adoption of these new/ revised FRSs and INT FRSs does not result in changes to the Club’s accounting policies and has no material effect on the amounts reported for the current or prior years. At the date of authorisation of these financial statements, the following FRSs, INT FRSs and amendments to FRS that are relevant to the Club were issued but not effective: • • •

FRS 115 Revenue from Contracts with Customers Improvements to Financial Reporting Standards (January 2014) Improvements to Financial Reporting Standards (February 2014)

Consequential amendments were also made to various standards as a result of these new/ revised standards. The management anticipates that the adoption of the above FRSs, INT FRSs and amendments to FRS in future periods will not have a material impact on the financial statements of the Club in the period of their initial adoption. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS - Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised on the Club’s statement of financial position when the Club becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Effective interest method The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortised cost of a financial instrument and of allocating interest income or expense over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash receipts or payments through the expected life of the financial instrument, or where appropriate, a shorter period. Income and expense is recognised on an effective interest rate basis for debt instruments other than those financial instruments “at fair value through profit or loss”.

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2014 2

SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (cont’d) Financial assets All financial assets are recognised and de-recognised on a trade date where the purchase or sale of an investment is under a contract whose terms require delivery of the investment within the timeframe established by the market concerned, and are initially measured at fair value, plus transaction costs except for those financial assets classified at fair value through profit or loss which are initially measured at fair value. Loans and receivables Members’ account and other receivables which have fixed or determinable payments that are not quoted in an active market are classified as “loans and receivables”. Loans and receivables are measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method less impairment. Interest is recognised by applying the effective interest method, except for short-term receivables when the recognition of interest would be immaterial. Impairment of financial assets Financial assets, other than those at fair value through profit or loss, are assessed for indicators of impairment at the end of each reporting period. Financial assets are impaired where there is objective evidence that, as a result of one or more events that occurred after the initial recognition of the financial asset, the estimated future cash flows of the investment have been impacted. For all financial assets, objective evidence of impairment could include: • significant financial difficulty of the issuer or counterparty; or • default or delinquency in interest or principal payments; or • it becoming probable that the borrower will enter bankruptcy or financial re-organisation For certain categories of financial assets, such as members’ account receivables and other receivables, assets that are assessed not to be impaired individually are, in addition, assessed for impairment on a collective basis. Objective evidence of impairment for a portfolio of receivables could include the Club’s past experience of collecting payments, an increase in the number of delayed payments in the portfolio past the average credit period of 30 days, as well as observable changes in national or local economic conditions that correlate with default on receivables.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (cont’d) For financial assets carried at amortised cost, the amount of the impairment is the difference between the asset’s carrying amount and the present value of estimated future cash flows, discounted at the original effective interest rate. The carrying amount of the financial asset is reduced by the impairment loss directly for all financial assets with the exception of members’ account and other receivables where the carrying amount is reduced through the use of an allowance account. When a member’s account or other receivable is uncollectible, it is written off against the allowance account. Subsequent recoveries of amounts previously written off are credited against the allowance account. Changes in the carrying amount of the allowance account are recognised in profit or loss. Cash and cash equivalents Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and at bank and deposits with financial institutions that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. Derecognition of financial assets The Club derecognises a financial asset only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset to another entity. If the Club neither transfers nor retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership and continues to control the transferred asset, the Club recognises its retained interest in the asset and an associated liability for amounts it may have to pay. If the Club retains substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of a transferred financial asset, the Club continues to recognise the financial asset and also recognises a collateralised borrowing for the proceeds received. Financial liabilities Financial liabilities are recognised when the Club becomes a party to the contractual agreements of the instrument. The Club’s financial liabilities include members’ deposits and trade and other payables. Trade and other payables, which represent the fair value of consideration for goods and services to be paid in the future, whether or not billed to the Club, are recognised initially at their fair value, net of transaction costs, and are subsequently measured at amortised cost, using the effective interest method, except for short-term payables, where the recognition of interest would be immaterial.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) Derecognition of financial liabilities The Club derecognises financial liabilities when, and only when, the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obligations are discharged, cancelled or they expire. INVENTORIES - Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is calculated using the weighted average cost basis. Net realisable value represents the estimated selling price less all estimated costs of completion and costs to be incurred in marketing, selling and distribution. LEASES - Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases. The Club as lessee Rentals payable under operating leases are charged to profit or loss on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease unless another systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leased asset are consumed. Contingent rentals arising under operating leases are recognised as an expense in the period in which they are incurred. In the event that lease incentives are received to enter into operating leases, such incentives are recognised as a liability. The aggregate benefit of incentives is recognised as a reduction of rental expense on a straight-line basis, except where another systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which economic benefits from the leased asset are consumed. The Club as lessor Rental income from operating leases is recognised on a straight-line basis over the term of the relevant lease unless another systematic basis is more representative of the time pattern in which use benefit derived from the leased asset is diminished. Initial direct costs incurred in negotiating and arranging an operating lease are added to the carrying amount of the leased asset and recognised as an expense over the lease term on same basis as the lease income.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT - Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and any accumulated impairment losses. The initial cost of property, plant and equipment comprises its purchase price, including import duties and non-refundable purchase taxes and any directly attributable costs of bringing the asset to its working condition and location for its intended use. Any trade discounts and rebates are deducted in arriving at the purchase price. Depreciation is computed utilising the straight-line method to write-off the cost of these assets over their estimated useful lives as follows: Leasehold land - Clubhouse Leasehold office properties Clubhouse Kitchen, restaurant and bar equipment Clubhouse renovations Air-conditioning systems Sports and ground equipment Furniture and fittings Fruit machines and accessories Computer equipment Other office equipment Motor vehicle

30 years 27 to 36 years Over the period of the lease 1 to 5 years 5 years 5 years 5 years 5 years 4 years 3 years 5 years 10 years

The cost of leasehold office properties include a land component which has a useful life of 999 years and is treated as a freehold land and not depreciated. The estimated useful lives, residual values and depreciation method are reviewed at each year end to ensure that the method and period of depreciation are consistent with the expected pattern of economic benefits from fixed assets. The effect of any changes in estimate is accounted for on a prospective basis. Construction-in-progress is stated at cost. The accumulated costs will be reclassified to the appropriate property, plant and equipment account when the construction is substantially completed. Depreciation of the asset commences when the asset is ready for its intended use.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) For acquisitions and disposals during the financial year, depreciation is provided from the month of acquisition to the month before disposal respectively. Fully depreciated assets still in use are retained in the financial statements. An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected from its use or disposal. The gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an asset is determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amounts of the asset and is recognised in profit or loss. IMPAIRMENT OF TANGIBLE ASSETS - At the end of each reporting period, the Club reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Club estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs to sell and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset. If the recoverable amount of an asset (cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss. Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (cashgenerating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset (cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised immediately in profit or loss.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) PROVISIONS - Provisions are recognised when the Club has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that the Club will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. The amount recognised as a provision is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period, taking into account the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation. Where a provision is measured using the cash flows estimated to settle the present obligation, its carrying amount is the present value of those cash flows. When some or all of the economic benefits required to settle a provision are expected to be recovered from a third party, the receivable is recognised as an asset if it is virtually certain that reimbursement will be received and the amount of the receivable can be measured reliably. REVENUE RECOGNITION - Revenue includes subscription fees, food and beverage revenue, sports and recreation, revenue from fruit machines and other revenue. Revenue is recognised when the significant risks and rewards of ownership have been transferred to the members and the amount of revenue and the costs of the transaction can be measured reliably. Revenue excludes goods and services taxes and is arrived at after deduction of trade discounts. No revenue is recognised if there are significant uncertainties regarding recovery of the consideration due, associated costs or the possible returns of subscription fees. The basis of recognition of revenue is as follows: (i)

Subscription fees Subscription fees are billed one month in advance and recognised as revenue in the following month.

(ii)

Food and beverage Food and beverage are recognised as revenue when the food and beverage are consumed or services performed.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) (iii) Sports and recreation Sports and recreation are recognised as revenue when events are organised or services are rendered. (iv) Member transfer fees Member transfer fees are recognised as revenue in the year in which the transfer of membership is affected upon approval of the member by the General Committee. (v)

Revenue from fruit machines Revenue from fruit machines is recognised based on gross receipts less the relevant government taxes, payment of winnings, hopper refills and expenses.

(vi) Entrance fees and conversion fees Entrance fees and conversion fees are recognised as revenue when the new membership is effective upon approval of the member by the General Committee. (vii) Interest income from fixed deposits is accounted for on a time-apportioned basis. (viii) All other items of income are recognised as revenue when the services are performed. RETIREMENT BENEFIT COSTS - Payments to defined contribution retirement benefit plans are charged as an expense as they fall due. Payments made to state-managed retirement benefit schemes, such as the Singapore Central Provident Fund, are dealt with as payments to defined contribution plans where the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s obligations under the plans are equivalent to those arising in a defined contribution retirement benefit plan.

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SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) EMPLOYEE LEAVE ENTITLEMENT - Employee entitlements to annual leave are recognised when they accrue to employees. A provision is made for the estimated liability for annual leave as a result of services rendered by employees up to the end of the reporting period. INCOME TAX - Income tax expense represents the sum of the tax currently payable and deferred tax. The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. Taxable profit differs from surplus as reported in the statement of profit or loss and other comprehensive income because it excludes items of income or expense that are taxable or deductible in other years and it further excludes items that are not taxable or tax deductible. The Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates (and tax laws) that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period. Deferred tax is recognised on differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences and deferred tax assets are recognised to the extent that it is probable that taxable profits will be available against which deductible temporary differences can be utilised. The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting period and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered. Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset realised. Deferred tax is charged or credited to profit or loss. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when there is a legally enforceable right to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities and when they relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority and the Club intends to settle its current tax assets and liabilities on a net basis. Current and deferred taxes are recognised as an expense or income in profit or loss.

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CRITICAL ACCOUNTING JUDGEMENTS AND KEY SOURCES OF ESTIMATION UNCERTAINTY In the application of the Club’s accounting policies, which are described in Note 2, the General Committee is required to make judgements, estimates and assumptions about the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are considered to be relevant. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods. (a) Critical judgements in applying the Club’s accounting policies The General Committee did not make any material judgements that have significant effect on the amounts recognised in the financial statements, apart from those involving estimates as discussed below. (b) Key sources of estimation uncertainty The key assumptions concerning the future, and other key sources of estimation uncertainty at the end of the reporting period, that have a significant risk of causing a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year, are discussed below. Useful lives of property, plant and equipment Property, plant and equipment are depreciated on a straight-line basis over their estimated useful lives. The General Committee estimates the useful lives of these property, plant and equipment to be within 1 to 36 years. The carrying amount of the Club’s property, plant and equipment at December 31, 2014 was $24,312,616 (2013 : $25,568,938). Changes in the expected level of usage could impact the economic useful lives and the residual values of these assets and therefore future depreciation charges could be revised.

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CRITICAL ACCOUNTING JUDGEMENTS AND KEY SOURCES OF ESTIMATION UNCERTAINTY (cont’d) Allowance for doubtful debts Allowance for doubtful debts are made in the financial statements based on management’s best estimate of the carrying amount of receivables that are doubtful of collection after evaluation of collectability. The General Committee’s judgement is required in assessing the ultimate realisation of these receivables including the current creditworthiness and the past collection history of each member. Where the expectation is different from the original estimate, such difference will impact the carrying value of the members’ account and other receivables and doubtful debts expense in the period in which such estimate has been changed. The carrying amounts of the members’ account and other receivables at December 31, 2014 were $1,755,640 and $466,038 (2013 : $1,893,951 and $476,264) respectively. Income taxes The Club recognises expected liabilities for tax based on an estimation of the likely tax due, which requires significant judgement as to the ultimate tax determination of certain items. Where actual liabilities arising from these issues differ from these estimates, such differences will have an impact on income tax and deferred tax provision in the period when such determination is made. Details of deferred taxes and income taxes are provided in Notes 12 and 24 respectively to the financial statements.

FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS, FINANCIAL RISKS AND CAPITAL RISKS MANAGEMENT (a)

Categories of financial instruments The following table sets out the financial instruments as at the end of the reporting period.

2014 2013 $ $ Financial asset Loan and receivables 20,445,508 19,183,468 Financial liabilities Amortised costs: Trade and other payables 4,457,488 5,932,114 Members’ deposits 1,251,978 1,230,541

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FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS, FINANCIAL RISKS AND CAPITAL RISKS MANAGEMENT (cont’d) (b) Financial risk management policies and objectives The Club’s overall financial risk management programme seeks to minimise potential adverse effects of the financial performance of the Club. There has been no significant change to the manner in which it manages and measures the risk. (i)

Interest rate risk management The Club’s exposure to changes in interest risk relates primarily to the shortterm fixed deposits with financial institutions. The interest rates for fixed deposits are disclosed in Note 5 to the financial statements. No sensitivity analysis is prepared as the Club does not expect any material effect on the Club’s profit or loss arising from the effects of reasonably possible changes to interest rates on fixed deposits with financial institutions at the end of the reporting period.

(ii)

Credit risk management The Club’s principal financial assets are cash and bank balances, members’ accounts and other receivables. The carrying amount of financial assets recorded in the financial statements represents the Club’s maximum exposure to credit risk. Further details of credit risks on members’ accounts are disclosed in Note 6. Cash and fixed deposits are placed with creditworthy banks and financial institutions which are regulated.

(iii) Liquidity risk management The Club maintains sufficient cash and cash equivalents and internally generated cash flows to finance its activities. The Club ensures that there are adequate funds to meet all its obligations in a timely and cost-effective manner.

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FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS, FINANCIAL RISKS AND CAPITAL RISKS MANAGEMENT (contâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d) (iv) Fair value of financial assets and financial liabilities The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, amount due from members and other current receivables and payables, provisions and other liabilities approximate their respective fair values due to the relatively shortterm maturity of these financial instruments. The fair values of other classes of financial assets and liabilities are disclosed in the respective notes to the financial statements. (c)

Capital risk management policies and objectives The Club reviews its capital structure at least annually to ensure that the Club will be able to continue as a going concern. The capital structure of the Club comprises only of accumulated fund. The Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s overall strategy remains unchanged from 2013.

CASH AND BANK BALANCES

2014 2013 $ $ Cash at bank 5,100,176 4,626,086 Fixed deposits 12,755,820 11,973,222 Cash on hand 422,066 316,878 18,278,062 16,916,186 Bank balances and cash comprise cash held by the Club and short-term bank deposits with an original maturity of 1 year or less. The carrying amounts of these assets approximate their fair values. F ixed deposits bear effective interest rate range from 0.05% to 1.39% (2013 : range from 0.05% to 1.38%) per annum and for a tenure of approximately 30 to 365 days (2013 : 30 to 365 days).

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MEMBERS’ ACCOUNTS

2014 2013 $ $ Members’ accounts 1,770,532 1,939,128 Allowance for doubtful debts (14,892) (45,177) 1,755,640 1,893,951 The average credit period is 30 days (2013 : 30 days). The table below is an analysis of members’ accounts during the year:

2014 2013 $ $ Not past due and not impaired 1,379,566 1,469,832 Past due but not impaired (i) 343,976 378,583 Impaired receivables - collectively assessed (ii) 46,990 90,713 Less: Allowance for impairment (14,892) (45,177) 1,755,640 1,893,951 (i)

Ageing of members’ accounts that are past due but not impaired:

2014 2013 $ $ < 3 months 343,976 378,583 (ii)

These amounts are stated before any deduction for impairment losses.

Movement in the allowance for doubtful debts:

2014 2013 $ $ Balance at beginning of the year 45,177 49,666 Decrease in allowance recognised in profit or loss (30,285) (4,489) Balance at end of the year 14,892 45,177

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OTHER RECEIVABLES

2014 2013 $ $ Advertising and sponsorship receivables 295,289 242,245 Prepayments 54,232 102,933 Deposits 35,413 28,332 Interest receivable 45,371 37,425 Other 35,733 65,329 466,038 476,264 Advertising and sponsorship receivables were not past due and not impaired and are with creditworthy counterparties. 8 INVENTORIES

2014 2013 $ $ Kitchen stock 67,831 52,730 Bar stocks 308,625 162,351 Sports goods and accessories 121,045 95,975 497,501 311,056

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Written off

6,036,285

6,551,771

At December 31, 2013

9,293,934

515,486

8,778,448

At December 31, 2014

Carrying amount:

At December 31, 2014

Written off

Charge for the year

At December 31, 2013

515,486

Charge for the year

Written off

8,262,962

At January 1, 2013

Accumulated depreciation:

15,330,219

Transfers

At December 31, 2014

Additions

15,330,219

Transfers

At December 31, 2013

Additions

7,215,282

7,174,085

356,199

41,197

315,002

41,197

273,805

7,530,284

15,330,219

Leasehold office properties(a)

Leasehold Land Clubhouse

10,415,663

9,598,423

6,828,922

817,240

6,011,682

817,240

5,194,442

16,427,345

Clubhouse

PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

At January 1, 2013

Cost:

December 31, 2014

NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB

86,623

118,584

769,211

(13,895)

56,747

726,359

(10,160)

66,167

670,352

887,795

(14,020)

88,833

812,982

(10,160)

23,269

799,873

Kitchen, restaurant and bar equipment

29,064

12,095

124,738

16,969

107,769

22,000

85,769

136,833

Clubhouse renovations

26,291

80,870

329,982

15,019

314,963

6,683

308,280

410,852

69,598

341,254

21,500

319,754

Airconditioning systems

448,318

265,668

2,032,896

199,750

1,833,146

(47,471)

283,576

1,597,041

2,298,564

12,500

4,600

2,281,464

(50,350)

34,934

97,456

2,199,424

Sports and ground equipment

171,012

295,839

1,014,428

(6,156)

98,496

922,088

(2,339)

58,464

865,963

1,310,267

(7,750)

106,340

118,577

1,093,100

(3,190)

60,104

1,036,186

Furniture and fittings

189,651

125,701

301,029

63,950

237,079

(95,333)

47,505

284,907

426,730

(98,650)

155,900

369,480

Fruit machines and accessories

202,468

196,401

862,953

(3,003)

121,722

744,234

(39,306)

111,873

671,667

1,059,354

(3,003)

5,815

109,840

946,702

(39,306)

145,694

840,314

Computer equipment

78,828

70,215

285,904

(4,253)

25,312

264,845

(10,932)

23,459

252,318

356,119

(6,408)

18,854

343,673

(17,710)

49,393

311,990

Other office equipment

29,312

24,062

28,438

5,250

23,188

5,250

17,938

52,500

Motor vehicle

124,655

314,388

(124,655)

314,388

124,655

(34,934)

124,655

34,934

Construction in-progress

25,568,938

24,312,616

22,228,634

(27,307)

1,977,138

20,278,803

(205,541)

1,998,900

18,485,444

46,541,250

(31,181)

724,690

45,847,741

(219,366)

677,971

45,389,136

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PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT (cont’d)

The cost of the leasehold office properties relates to the 2 units at #09-06 and #09-07 (2013 : 2 units at #09-06 and #09-07) at The Adelphi Office Complex and has been allocated to the cost of land and buildings at $6.1 million and $1.4 million (2013 : $6.1 million and $1.4 million) respectively. As disclosed in Note 2 to the financial statements, the cost of the land is treated as freehold land and not depreciated.

(a)

10 TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES

2014 2013 $ $ Trade payables 1,654,755 1,322,751 Accrued operating expenses 2,144,295 2,374,548 Accrued property tax (15,902) 942,919 Advanced billings for subscriptions fee 494,298 731,315 Membership sales proceeds received from candidates awaiting election 423,335 Other payables 180,042 137,246 4,457,488 5,932,114 11 MEMBERS’ DEPOSITS These represent non-interest bearing deposits received from members. These deposits are refundable upon sale of membership or resignation. 12 DEFERRED TAX LIABILITY

This represents timing differences in respect of interest receivable.

The movement for the year in the deferred tax liability was as follows:

2014 2013 $ $ At beginning of the year 6,362 3,862 Charge to profit or loss (Note 24) 1,351 2,500 At end of the year 7,713 6,362

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2014 13 ACCUMULATED FUND In accordance with Club Rule 62(b), in the event of the Club being dissolved, all debts and liabilities shall be fully discharged and the remaining funds divided equally among the Ordinary and Life Members except those portions of such remaining funds which are monies earned or identified as income or profit from the use of fruit machines and/ or from any other approved private lottery as defined under the Private Lotteries Act, Chapter 250, 1985 Ed, which shall be donated to approved charities in Singapore. Based on available records, it has been ascertained that as at December 31, 2014, the cumulative surplus derived from the operation of fruit machines and other approved private lotteries is $15.577 million (2013 : $15.413 million) before taking into account cumulative capital expenditure of $1.454 million (2013 : $1.390 million) incurred in generating this surplus, and the allocation of the Club’s general overheads.

14 SUBSCRIPTION FEES, SPORTS MEMBERSHIP FEES AND MEMBERSHIP TRANSFER FEES The change in Member admission policy during the year under which new memberships are now effective upon approval by the General Committee rather than at the subsequent New Members’ Election Evening has resulted in an additional $45,500, $22,000 and $150,000 being recognised as Term Annual Fees, Sports Membership Fees and Membership Transfer Fees for the year ended December 31, 2014. 15 FOOD AND BEVERAGE

2014 2013 $ $ Sales 9,207,022 9,021,376 Cost of sales (4,023,064) (3,754,209) Gross profit 5,183,958 5,267,167 Less: Staff costs - Salaries, wages, allowances and CPF contributions 4,245,165 4,105,731 - Other staff costs 282,593 280,091 - Government grants - Wage Credit and Special Employment Credit Scheme, offset against staff costs (81,395) (29,134) Utilities, maintenance and expenses Depreciation of kitchen, restaurant and bar equipment Operating deficit for the year

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4,446,363 4,356,688 1,281,949 1,160,769 56,747 66,167 (601,101) (316,457)

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2014 2013 $ $ Tournament income 1,159,908 917,032 Sports sections income 766,599 837,714 Sports membership fees (Note 14) 446,500 529,000 Booking fees 14,316 13,292 Rental of facilities and other income 533,210 418,447 Total income 2,920,533 2,715,485 Less: Tournament expenditure 1,223,454 1,065,633 Sports sections expenditure 874,827 854,566 Games expenditure 362,052 401,101 Rental of facility - Dempsey field 199,621 196,116 Staff costs - Salaries, wages, allowances and CPF contributions 842,089 702,232 - Other staff costs 37,753 31,101 - Government grants â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wage Credit and Special Employment Credit Scheme, offset against staff costs (18,145) (8,587) 861,697 724,746 Utilities, maintenance and expenses 418,230 313,280 Depreciation of sports and ground equipment 204,998 288,826 Operating deficit for the year (1,224,346) (1,128,783) 17 OTHER INCOME

2014 2013 $ $ SCC Night Race Fiesta Event 733,829 673,694 Office rental income - 71,680 Others 166,117 190,347 899,946 935,721 In 2012, the Club bought the additional unit at #09-06 of The Adelphi Office Complex with a tenancy agreement. This tenancy agreement has ended in year 2013 with total rental income for this office unit amounting to $Nil (2013 : $71,680). The tenancy was not renewed and the office premises has been since then used for the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daily operations. A portion of unit #09-06 will be rented out to external tenant in March 2015.

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2014 18 MANAGEMENT AND OTHER STAFF COSTS

2014 2013 $ $ Salaries, wages, allowances and CPF contributions 2,770,360 2,707,594 Other staff costs 177,444 185,891 Government grants – Wage Credit and Special Employment Credit Scheme, offset against staff costs (76,080) (26,006) 2,871,724 2,867,479 Total staff costs included in Notes 15, 16 and 18 comprise: Salaries, wages, allowances and CPF contributions 7,857,614 7,515,557 Other staff costs 497,790 497,083 Government grants – Wage Credit and Special Employment Credit Scheme, offset against staff costs (175,620) (63,727) 8,179,784 7,948,913 The number of employees as at December 31, 2014 of 173 (2013 : 172) includes full time staff whose costs of $80,986 (2013 : $84,903) were included under the fruit machine expenses. 19 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE 2014 2013 $ $ Facilities maintenance and equipment rental 33,442 40,860 Repairs and replacements 336,002 300,648 Utilities and related expenses 544,836 585,973 Security expenses 125,540 121,284 Maintenance fees and sinking fund 36,202 35,802 1,076,022 1,084,567 20 PROPERTY TAX INCOME (EXPENSE) 2014 2013 $ $ The Clubhouse and Padang Field at Connaught Drive 283,400 283,400 Office Unit #09-07 at The Adelphi Office Complex 13,783 18,317 Office Unit #09-06 at The Adelphi Office Complex 11,700 11,760 308,883 313,477 Less: Property Tax Reduction for period 2007-2013 (506,220) (197,337) 313,477

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2014 20 PROPERTY TAX EXPENSE (cont’d) During the year, the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore has reviewed the Club’s appeal against the annual value of leasehold land of the Clubhouse and Padang Field at Connaught Drive and has revised the assessments for years 2007 to 2013 inclusive, resulting in a reduction in Property Tax of $506,220. The Club’s appeal against the annual values for the years 2014 and 2015 is still ongoing. 21 OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION 2014 2013 $ $ Telephone and postage 61,034 62,042 Printing and stationery 60,832 56,564 Computer expenses and lease rental of office equipment 104,540 125,783 Bad debts written back (30,285) (4,489) Professional fees 170,633 85,634 366,754 325,534 22 GENERAL EXPENSES 2014 2013 $ $ Audit fees 21,000 19,000 Annual report 9,595 24,000 Insurance 91,188 88,402 Newspapers and periodicals 14,273 17,249 Padang magazine publication 44,783 57,634 Bank charges 73,763 60,938 Meeting and election nights 144,691 74,068 SCC night race fiesta event costs 346,740 388,348 Minor items of capital expenditure expensed 49,987 39,178 Write off of property, plant and equipment 2,941 1,910 Other expenses 71,117 69,903 870,078 840,630

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2014 23 CONVERSION FEES During the year, the Club made a one-time offer to convert Ordinary Membership to Ordinary Transferable Membership. A total of 122 responses were received for the conversion exercise. 24 INCOME TAX EXPENSE 2014 2013 $ $ Current taxation 29,204 16,957 Overprovision in prior year (3,243) (5,757) Deferred tax (Note 12) 1,351 2,500 27,312 13,700 Domestic income tax is calculated at 17% (2013 : 17%) of the estimated assessable profit for the year. The total charge for the year can be reconciled to the accounting surplus (deficit) as follows:

2014 2013 $ $ Surplus (Deficit) for the year before income tax 1,610,364 (126,378) Tax benefit at income tax rate 273,762 (21,484) (Non-taxable items) Non-deductible items (269,132) 23,134 Exempt income 25,925 17,807 Overprovision in prior year (3,243) (5,757) 27,312 13,700 The Club is exempted from income tax in accordance with Section 11(1) of the Income Tax Act Chapter 134 as more than 50% of the Clubâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gross takings are from its voting members. The income tax expense in 2014 and 2013 relate to income tax payable on income received by the Club which is not related to the operating activities of the Club.

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SINGAPORE CRICKET CLUB NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS December 31, 2014 25 OPERATING LEASE COMMITMENTS

2014 2013 $ $ Minimum lease payments under operating leases recognised as an expense in the year 228,007 221,172 At the end of the reporting period, the Club was committed to making the following lease rental payments as follows: 2014 2013 $ $ Within one year 233,580 155,800 In the second to fifth years inclusive 383,817 31,764 617,397 187,564 Operating lease payments represent rentals payable for the Dempsey Field and Office Equipment and are negotiated for an average term of 3 to 5 years (2013 : 2 to 5 years).

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RECIPROCAL CLUBS

RECIPROCAL CLUBS Australia Adelaide Naval, Military and Air Force Club of South Australia 111 Hutt Street, Adelaide, South Australia 5000, Australia The Adelaide Club 165 North Terrace, Adelaide South Australia 5000, Australia

Brisbane

Royal Automobile Club of Australia 89 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia Tattersalls Club 181 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia The Rugby Club Rugby Place, Off 31 Pitt St Sydney 2000 Australia

Western Australia

Queensland Cricketers’ Club Ground Floor Gabba Towers, 411 Vulture Street, East Brisbane Qld 4169, Australia

Perth & Tattersalls Bowling & Recreation Club 2 Plain Street, East Perth WA 6004 Australia

Tattersall’s Club Brisbane 215 Queen Street Brisbane Q 4001 Australia

Royal King’s Park Tennis Club (Inc) King’s Park Road, West Perth, WA 6005 Australia

United Service Club Queensland 183 Wickham Terrace Brisbane Queensland 4000, Australia

Rugby Union Club (Rugby WA – Western Australian Rugby Union (Inc)) 203 Underwood Ave, Floreat WA 6014 Australia

Melbourne Athenaeum Club 87 Collins Street Melbourne Victoria 3000 Australia Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club Inc. 489 Glenferrie Road, Kooyong Victoria 3144, Australia Melbourne Club 36 Collins Street Melbourne VIC 3000 Australia Melbourne Cricket Club Gate 2, Melbourne Cricket Ground, Brunton Avenue, Jolimont St. East Melbourne Victoria 3002, Australia Melbourne Savage Club 12 Bank Place, Melbourne, Victoria 3000 Australia Royal South Yarra Lawn Tennis Club 310 Williams Road North, Toorak Victoria 3142, Australia

Scarborough Sportsmen’s Club 75 Deanmore Road Scarborough WA Australia

Toronto Cricket Skating and Curling Club 141 Wilson Avenue Toronto, Ontario M5M 3A3, Canada Hollyburn Country Club 950 Cross Creek Road, West Vancouver, BC V7S2S5, Canada

France Automobile Club de France 6-8 Place De La Concorde 75008 Paris France

Germany Hamburg The Anglo German Club Harvestehuder Weg 44 20149 Hamburg, Germany

Hong Kong Craigengower Cricket Club 188 Wong Nai Chung Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong

Western Australian Cricket Association (Inc.) WACA Administration WACA Ground, Nelson Crescent, East Perth, Gate 2 Australia

Hong Kong Cricket Club 137 Wong Nai Chung Gap Road, Hong Kong

Austria St. Johanns Club A-1010 Wein, Schubertring 4, Vienna, Austria

Bangladesh Dhaka Club Ltd Ramna Dhaka-1000 Bangladesh

Brunei Darussalam

City Tattersalls’ Club 194-204 Pitt Street Sydney NSW 2000 Australia

Royal Brunei Yacht Club Simpang 664, Km 7, Jalan Kota Batu, Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Darussalam

Cricketers’ Club of New South Wales 31 Killarney Drive Killarney Heights NSW 2087, Australia

Panaga Club c/o Brunei Shell Petroleum Co. Sdn. Bhd. Seria KB3534, Negara Brunei Darussalam

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The National Club 303 Bay Street Toronto, Ontario M5H 2R1 Canada

The Western Australian Club (Inc.) The Penthouse, Level 11, 12 St George’s Terrace PERTH WA 6000, Australia

Sydney

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Hong Kong Football Club 3 Sports Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong The Foreign Correspondents’ Club, Hong Kong 2 Lower Albert Road Central Hong Kong Kowloon Bowling Green Club 123 Austin Road, Kowloon Hong Kong Kowloon Cricket Club 10 Cox’s Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong

India Bangalore Bangalore Club Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa Road, Bangalore 560025, India

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Chennai

Indonesia

Madras Cricket Club No. 1 Babu Jagjivan Ram Salai Chepauk Chennai Tamil Nadu India 600005

International Sport Club of Indonesia (ISCI) Jl. Ciputat Raya No. 2 Tangerang 15419, Indonesia

Jodhpur Umed Club Old Public Park Road, Near Gaushala Grounds, Jodhpur (Rajasthan) 342006, India

Kolkata The Bengal Rowing Club 13/2, Baroj Road Rabindra Sarobar Kolkata – 700029 India

Mercantile Athletic Club Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Kav 29-31 Jakarta 12920 Indonesia

Italy Circolo Canottieri Aniene A.S.D Lungotevere dell’Acqua Acetosa, 119, Roma Italy

Japan

Royal Sungei Ujong Club 2A Jalan Dato’ Klana Ma’amor, Malaysia

Pahang Kelab Kuantan (Kuantan Club) Jalan Merdeka 25000 Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia

Penang Penang Club 42B, Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah, 10050 Penang, Malaysia Kelab Sukan Pulau Pinang (Penang Sports Club) Jalan Utama 10450 Penang, Malaysia

The Calcutta Racket Club 95, Jawahar Lal Nehru Road, Kolkata-700071 India

Kobe Regatta and Athletic Club 1-20, 2-chome, Hachiman-dori 2-Chuoku, Kobe 651-0085 Japan

Calcutta Cricket & Football Club 19/1 Gurusaday Road, Kolkata 700019 India

Kelab Renang Pulau Pinang (Penang Swimming Club) 517 Tanjung Bungah 11200 Penang, Malaysia

Yokohama Country and Athletic Club 11-1 Yaguchidai, Naka-ku, Yokohama, 231-8684 Japan

Perak

Mumbai

Kenya (East Africa)

Bombay Gymkhana Club M G Road, Fort, Mumbai 400001 India

Nairobi Gymkhana Club P.O.BOX 30171-00100 GPO, Nairobi, Kenya

Cricket Club of India J N Tata Pavilion, Brabourne Stadium Dinshaw Vachha Road Mumbai 400020 India

New Delhi Delhi Gymkhana Club 2 Safdarjung Road New Delhi 110011 India The Palms Town & Country Club B Block, Sushant Lok, Phase I, Gurgaon – 122001, India

Pune

Malaysia Johor Bahru Johor Cultural & Sports Club No 1-01, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Susur 1/1, 80000, Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia

Kluang Kluang Country Club Jalan Mengkibol 86000 Kluang Johor

Kelantan

Poona Club Ltd 6 Bund Garden Road, Pune 411001 India

Kelantan Golf & Country Club (formerly Royal Kelantan Club) Pengkalan Chepa 16100 Kota Bharu, Kelantan, Malaysia

Deccan Gymkhana Talim Pavilion, 759/2 Deccan Gymkhana, Pune 411004 India

Melaka

Rajasthan

The Malacca Club No.18, 5th Floor, Jalan Syed Abdul Aziz, 75000 Melaka, Malaysia

Jaisal Club Jethwai Road, Jaisalmer – 345001 Rajasthan India

Negeri Sembilan

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Royal Port Dickson Yacht Club Batu 4 ½ Mile Jalan Pantai, 71050 Sirusa, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia

Royal Ipoh Club Jalan Panglima Bukit Gantang Wahab, 30700 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia

Sabah The Kinabalu Club 1 Jalan Padang, Peti Surat No.10318, 88803 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia Sandakan Recreation Club Ground Floor, Block 60, Jalan Singapore 90000 Sandakan, Malaysia

Sarawak The Island Club Jalan Airport 96000 Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia The Sarawak Club Lot 4954 Blok 26 MTLD Kota Samarahan Expressway 93400 Kota Samarahan Sarawak, Malaysia

Selangor Kelab Taman Perdana Diraja Kuala Lumpur (Royal Lake Club) Taman Tasek Perdana, Jalan Cenderamulia, Off Jalan Parlimen, 50480 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia The Royal Commonwealth Society No. 4 Jalan Birah, Damansara Heights, 50490 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Malaysia Royal Selangor Club Jalan Raja, 50050 Kuala Lumpur Selangor, Malaysia

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Royal Klang Club No. 7, Jalan Istana, 41000 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia

Mauritius Mauritius Gymkhana Club Suffolk Road, Vacoas, Republic of Mauritius

The Netherlands Nieuwe of Litteraire Societeit De Witte Plein 24, 2511 CS The Hague, Netherlands

New Zealand Auckland The Northern Club 19 Princess Street, Auckland, New Zealand

Wellington The Wellington Club Level 4, 88 The Terrace, Wellington 6011 New Zealand

Papua New Guinea Aviat Social and Sporting Club Aviat Street Konedobu Port Moresby PNG

Philippines The Manila Club c/o ELKS Club 7th Floor Corinthian Plaza 121 Paseo de Roxas, Legaspi Village 1229 Makati City, Philippines

South Africa

Spain Real Club de Polo de Barcelona Avda. Dr. Marañón 17-31 08028-Barcelona Spain

Sri Lanka Colombo Swimming Club 148, Storm Lodge, Galle Road, Colombo 03, Sri Lanka Gymkhana Club 31 Maitland Crescent, Colombo 7 Sri Lanka Tel. No.: 94-1-1269 1025 Singhalese Sports Club No. 35 Maitland Place Colombo 7 Sri Lanka

Sweden Sallskapet Arsenalsgatan 7 SE-111 47 Stockholm Sweden

Thailand Bangkok The British Club 189 Suriwongse Road Bangrak Bangkok 10500 Thailand Royal Bangkok Sports Club 1 Henri Dunant Street, Pathumwan Bangkok 10330, Thailand

Chiangmai

Oriental Club Stratford House, Stratford Place, London W1C 1ES United Kingdom Royal Overseas League Over-Seas House, Park Place, St. James’s Street, London Sw1A 1LR United Kingdom St James’s Club 7-8 Park Place, St. James’s London, SW1A 1LS United Kingdom The Cardiff And County Club Westgate Street, Cardiff CF10 1DA United Kingdom United Club 3 Church Street Saint Helier Jersey JE2 3NN United Kingdom

United States of America Massachusetts Algonquin Club of Boston 217 Commonwealth Avenue Boston, MA 02116, USA

California The Balboa Bay Club 1221 Coast Highway, Newport Beach, CA 92663 USA

Maryland Maryland Club 1 East Eager Street Baltimore, Maryland 21202 USA

New York

Bryanston

Chiangmai Gymkhana Club 349 Chiang Mai – Lamphun Road, Chiang Mai 50000 Thailand

Bryanston Country Club 62 Bryanston Drive Bryanston Sandton Gauteng 2021, South Africa

United Arab Emirates

Florida

The Club PO Box 658, Abu Dhabi, UAE

Fisher Island Club One Fisher Island Drive/Fisher Island Florida 33109 USA

Cape Town Kelvin Grove Club 144 Campground Road, Newlands, 7700 South Africa

United Kingdom

Durban

Army and Navy Club 36-39 Pall Mall, London, SW1Y 5JN United Kingdom

Durban Country Club Isaiah Ntshangase Road Durban South Africa

City University Club 50 Cornhill, London EC3V 3PD United Kingdom

Johannesburg The Wanderers Club 21 North Street, Illovo, Johannesburg 2196 South Africa

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Down Town Association 60 Pine Street, New York, NY 10005 USA

Marylebone Cricket Club Lord’s Cricket Ground, St John’s Wood, London NW8 8QN United Kingdom National Liberal Club Whitehall Place London SW1A 2HE United Kingdom

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PAST PRESIDENTS

PA S T P R E S I D E N T S Although the Singapore Cricket Club was founded in 1852, until 1880 the principal office was that of Captain.

1880 – 1881 1882 1883 1884 - 1887 1888 1889 – 1891 1892 1893 – 1895 1896 1897 – 1898 1899 – 1900 1901 1902 – 1903 1904 1905 1906 1907 – 1908 1909 – 1910 1911 1912 – 1914 1915 1916 – 1918 1919 1920 1921 – 1922 1923 – 1929 1930 1931 – 1932 1933 – 1934 1935 – 1937 1938 – 1939 1940 – 1941 1942 / 1945 1946 1947 – 1948 1949 1950

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Louis J R Glass Charles Stringer Sir Cecil Clementi Smith, CMG Sir John Anderson A P Talbot Charles Stringer A P Talbot Major Sir Henry E McCallum, CMG J J H Orman Justice Andrew John Leach Charles Stringer Sir Hugh Fort Sir Frank Athelstane Swettenham, CMG Sir Hugh Fort Lieutenant-Colonel E G Broadrick Sir Hugh Fort Sir John Anderson Sir Arthur Henderson Young, KCMG Lieutenant-Colonel E G Broadrick Cedric I Carver Charles William Darbishire Cedric I Carver D Y Perkins William Langham-Carter Sir James William Murison, KTB Roland John Farrer, CMG Oswald Phillips Griffith-Jones Charles Salter Oswald Phillips Griffith-Jones John Middleton Sime Bernard E Ablitt John Athelstan Dean Club Closed (Pacific War) Oswald W Gilmour Andrew Gilmour Andrew Gilmour, CMG Robert Donald Stewart

1951 1952 – 1953 1954 – 1955 1956 1957 1958 1959 1960 1961 1962 – 1967 1968 1969 1970 – 1972 1973 – 1975 1976 – 1977 1978 1979 – 1980 1981 – 1985 1986 – 1990 1991 – 2000 2001 – 2008 2008 2008 – 2010 2011 2012 – 2013 April – August 2014 August 2014 -

Peter M B C Frend H F Clements L A Williams L L Cooper John S Kirkham J S Kirkham / H K Franklin Joseph W Cashin David I Price O H R Beadles, OBE Andrew Gilmour, CMG Derick R Reid, MC Derick R Reid, MC/Alistair B McPherson Alistair B McPherson Tom Eames Hughes, CBE Justice T S Sinnathuray Justice T S Sinnathuray / Neill B Aitken Neill B Aitken Haider M Sithawalla Len F Foster Charlie K P Phua Anwarul Haque Abu Omar Teh Leong Mohan J Bhojwani Col (Retd) Gurcharan Singh Michael Grice Mohan J Bhojwani

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