The Padang Magazine Nov/Dec 2014 by Singapore Cricket Club

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GENERAL COMMITTEE 2014/2015 President Mr Mohan J Bhojwani Email: mohan.bhojwani@scc. org.sg

Mr George V Abraham Email: george.abraham@scc. org.sg

Mr Paul A Lawlass Email: paul.lawlass@scc.org.sg

Mr Jonathan M E Robinson Email: jon.robinson@scc.org.sg Prof Brian Padair Farrell Deputy President Email: brian.farrell@scc.org.sg Mr Sher Baljit Singh Ms Cynthia E Robless Email: sher.baljit.singh@scc.org.sg Ms Joyce Foster Email: cynthia.robless@scc.org.sg Email: joyce.foster@scc.org.sg Chairman, Mr Richard Arthur Mark Games Control Board Mr Parasuram Krishnan Stapley-Oh Mr T Ravi Chandran Email: richard.stapley-oh@ Email: ravi.chandran@scc.org.sg Email: parasuram.krishnan@ scc.org.sg scc.org.sg Finance Member Mr Hamish A Christie Email: hamish.christie@scc.org.sg

Subcommittee Members Games Control Board Mr T Ravi Chandran (Chairman) Mr John Lewis Taylor Mr Victor Yeong Mr Prem Anand Ms Olivia Law Geok Lian Mr David Jones Ms Mohietheen Fathima Mr Richard Loo Mr K. Rajaram Ms Kerry Jane Brown Mr Marc Lansonneur Mr Scott Starr Mrs Andrea Nicholas Mrs Fiona Pilling finance Mr Hamish A Christie (Chairman) Mr T Ravi Chandran Mr Paul A Lawlass Mr Jonathan M E Robinson Prof Brian Padair Farrell Mr Thomas Monahan

Establishment Mr Parasuram Krishnan(Chairman) Mr V P Jothi Mr Matthew Streeton Mr David Jones Mr Harpal Singh Mr Teo Kwang Whee Mr Max Lee Wenyong

Property Mr George V Abraham (Chairman) Mr Ong Chin Leong Mr N Thangavelu Mr Sunil Sabnani Mr Retna Sabapathy Mr Anwar Gaffoor Mr Andrew Anthony Moore

food & beverage Mr Paul A Lawlass (Chairman) Mr Dinakaran Appiah Mr Hamish A Christie Ms Joyce Foster Mr Anthony Richardson Mr John A Wilson

Rules & Membership Mr Jonathan M. E. Robinson (Chairman) Mr T Ravi Chandran Mr Bala Chandran Kandiah Mr Richard Stapley-Oh Mr Rodd Harrison Mr Vijay Jeyaratnam

marketing & Communications Ms Cynthia Robless (Chairlady) Ms Tracy Jones Ms Kirsten Thomson Mr T Q Lim Mr Kevin Cumbers Mr Gerard Ong Mr Srikanth K V

social Ms Joyce Foster (Chairlady) Ms Soma Devi Ms Ravinder Kaur Ms Sunita Kapoor Ms Nilma Missir-Boissac Mr Robin A M Wilkins Capt E R Raymond Ambrose

Singapore Singapore Cricket Cricket ClubClub Established 1852 Established 1852

Connaught Drive Singapore 179681 Tel: 63389271 Fax: 63370119 Email: scc@scc.org.sg Web: www.scc.org.sg Season’s Greetings to all, may this joyful season greet you with health and happiness.

Contents Club News 3 President’s Message 4 New Members Election Night 8 Member-Get-Member Promotion 9 Announcements Jackpot News 10 Christmas Souvenir Sale Feature 11 An Officer and a Gentleman Food & Beverage 12 Christmas Specials 16 Chef Arfin’s Specialities Cake of the Month SCC Bake Shop 17 Dinner Specials 18 Beverage Promotions 20 Food & Events Calendar 22 Champagne Dinner Upcoming Events 23 Celebration of the Festival of Lights 24 Remembrance Day Christmas Wine & Cheese 25 Pub Quiz Night Intersection Social Night 26 Frozen Christmas Party 27 SCC Christmas Eve Lucky Draw 28 Buzz from the Bar Recent Events 29 Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show Sauber F1 Team visits SCC 30 SCC Night Race Fiesta Sports 34 Billiards Champion: Peter Gilchrist 35 Giles Roche Trophy 2014 36 37th Annual Pot Games 38 Bali Memorial Dawn Service 39 Balut 40 Billiards & Snooker 41 Bowls 42 Bridge 43 Cricket 44 Darts 45 Golf 46 Hockey 47 Netball 48 Rugby 49 Soccer 50 Squash 51 Tennis

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November / December 2014

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Business Hours

Club Management Member Services Desk Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday Main Lounge Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday Stumps Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday

0900 - 2400 0900 - 0200 0900 - 2200

0900 - 2400 0900 - 0100 0900 - 2200

1200 - 2400 1200 - 0200 1200 - 2200

The Padang Restaurant Lunch Monday - Friday & Sunday 1200 - 1500

No lunch operation on Saturdays and Public Holidays.

Dinner Monday - Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday 1900 - 2300 Sunday & Public Holiday 1900 - 2200

The Oval & Verandah Monday - Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday

0900 - 2300 0900 - 2200

Ms Janet Ng Head, Sports & Recreation Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 389) E-mail: janet.ng@scc.org.sg Mr Daljeet Singh Head, F&B & Events Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 372) E-mail: daljeet.singh@scc.org.sg Ms Judy Ting Head, Property & Housekeeping Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 383) E-mail: judy.ting@scc.org.sg Ms Jessica Ng Human Resource Manager Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 265) E-mail: jessica.ng@scc.org.sg Ms Hnin Aye Lwin @Snow Membership Sales Manager Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 221) E-mail: snow@scc.org.sg Mr Raymond Lee Executive Chef Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 336) E-mail: raymond.lee@scc.org.sg

Men’s Bar Monday - Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday 1100 - 2300 Sunday* 1200 - 1800 Public Holiday Closed

Ms Chovin Blix Ong Asst F&B and Events Manager Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 10252) E-mail: chovin.ong@scc.org.sg

Jackpot Room Monday - Thursday Friday, Saturday & Eve of Public Holiday Sunday & Public Holiday

1000 - 2330 1000 - 0100 1000 - 2130

Gymnasium Daily 0600 - 2200

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Ms Adeline Tan Financial Controller / Acting Head of Membership Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 201) E-mail: adeline.tan@scc.org.sg

The Deli Daily 1100 - 2200

*The Men’s Bar will be open for billiards & snooker only. F&B services are available at the Main Lounge.

Mr Nigel Stearns General Manager Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 333) E-mail: nigel.stearns@scc.org.sg

November / December 2014

Ms Julia Hirschberg Marcom Manager Telephone: 63389271 (ext. 213) E-mail: julia.hirschberg@scc.org.sg

Club Attire Members are advised to refer to the Club’s Bye-Laws for more information on attire. Club Rules and Bye-Laws are also available on the SCC website at www.scc.org.sg and at the Member Services Desk. For sports attire, please refer to the Section’s Bye-Laws. Information correct at time of print and subject to change without prior notice.

CLUB NEWS

Dear Members,

I never expected to be writing this “message”. However, following the very sad passing of Mike Grice, and of the Club’s Rules requiring the election of a new President to fulfil the GC’s Term of Office I find myself writing this message. I take this opportunity to sincerely thank Members for their confidence in me and I am confident my colleagues on the GC will continue the good works started under Mike Grice’s stewardship. I assure Members that I shall, to the very best of my ability move the Club forward in the successful completion of its year’s work. Dialogue Session In line with the Club’s continued promise of transparency in Committee business and to keep Members abreast of on-goings at the SCC I look forward to welcoming Members to the ‘Dialogue Session’ on 25 November to share and informally exchange views, comments, and suggestions on Finance, Development Projects, SCC SG50 planned events, as well as Membership matters - to name but a few.

Mohan J Bhojwani President Singapore Cricket Club

Development Projects Much has been happening behind the scenes in the planning and preparation for the Club’s Development Project. The Committee will share further information with Members during the ‘Dialogue Session’ and I shall update all on the ‘Feedback’ received and progress made in the months to come. Preparations for the 2015 National Day Parade and other planned events surrounding the Government’s sponsored SG50 celebrations will impact the Padang and consequently Club sports and tournaments from mid-March to November 2015. Plans for the Club’s ‘second’ ground at Dempsey Field are well in-hand to upgrade and greatly enhance the amenities to the existing sporting and social facilities. SCC Night Race Fiesta The recently concluded SCC Night Race Fiesta weekend proved yet again to be one of the most exciting events this year. Members and their guests were treated to three days of high-octane and adrenaline fuelled motor racing at the ‘Singapore Sling’ on Asia’s first ever night race street circuit. With an abundance of food, drinks and live concerts from local, regional and international performing artistes, not even the Saturday night rain could dampen our enjoyment of the spectacle. 67th International Rugby 7s Tournament The 67th International Rugby Sevens Tournament 2014 in the ‘company’ of a new Title Sponsor - Societe Generale returned to the historic Padang over the last weekend of October. Rugby enthusiasts witnessed thrilling rugby in this one-of-a-kind annual sporting event. The Tournament would not have been possible without the support and contribution of our Title Sponsor, Sponsors, Box Patrons and Advertisers and I convey my very grateful thanks to all associated with this festival of Rugby Football Union. Remembrance Day Members are cordially invited to attend the annual Remembrance Day Memorial Service at the Cenotaph on 11 November. The SCC is proud to uphold the tradition of its past in our observance of, and discharge of our debt of honour to those fallen men and women in the two world wars and subsequent conflicts of arms that so cruelly continue into our present. Christmas 2014 Members, family, friends and guests can look forward to a warm welcome and ‘good cheer’ this coming yuletide season. Join us at our Christmas Wine and Cheese Party on 14 November. Also, treat your little ones to a magical day of carnival games, songs and dance this December and save a date with Santa Claus! New Year’s Eve Party I invite readers to a taste of oriental splendour at the SCC’s ‘Shanghai Night’ New Year’s Eve Ball. 2015 beckons as a truly historic year in view of the island-wide celebrations of SG50 taking centre stage in Singapore’s calendar. We, at the SCC, very much look forward to actively participating in the milestone events that are planned - and I hope you will be able to join us too. In closing, the GC and I wish all Members a very Merry Christmas 2014 and a Happy New Year in 2015.

November / December 2014

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CLUB NEWS

New Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Election Night 8 September 2014 Ordinary (Transferable) Members Term Member joining as Ordinary (Transferable) Member Mr Ben Olbourne Mr Nicholas John Day

Mr David Michael William Hodgkiss

Mr Vikas Madhav Gore

Mr Andy Lim Leong Guan

Term Members Mr Bhagyesh Dash Mr Atul Sinha Mr Matthew Robert Williamson Special Term Members Mr Hugh Gordon Thompson

Mr Soham Lamba

Mr Timothy Yong

Mr John Edward Champion

Mr Andrew Williams

Mr Naveen Sharma

Mr Pankaj Kapoor

Mr Kapil Kapoor

Mr Jawahar Coelho

Mr Jagdish Parihar

Mr Sureshan Kulasingam

Mr Ian H A Townrow

Mr Christopher Khoo

Mr Andy Lim Leong Guan, Mr Timothy Yong, GC Member Ms Cynthia Robless, Mr Gwee Peng Hong 4

Mr Umesh Rameshchandra Shah

Mrs Smriti Taneja Bhushan

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Mr Sureshan Kulasingam, Mr Udai Singh, Mr Ananda Kumar U, GC Member Mr Paul Lawless, Mrs Smriti Taneja Bhushan

CLUB NEWS

New Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Election Night 8 September 2014

Mr Robert Richard Williams, Mr John Edward Champion, Chairman Games Control Board Mr T Ravi Chandran

Mr Reginald Martens, Mr Andrew Williams

Mr Kapil Kapoor, Mrs Deepali Kapoor, GC Member Ms Cynthia Robless, Mrs Kajal Kapoor, Mr Pankaj Kapoor, Mrs Kakulapati Madhubala, Mr Srikanth K. V.

Mrs Kakulapati Madhubala, Mrs Reshama Kittur Dash, Mr Bhagyesh Dash

Mr Umesh Rameshchandra Shah, Mrs Dipti Hemangi Umesh Shah, Mr Grant Lawrence Stanley

Mr Soham Lamba, Mr Phillip Ian Taylor

Mr. Christopher Khoo, GC Member Mr George Abraham

Mr Barry Wee Yhih Terk, Ms Goh Siew Cheng, Mr. Ian H. A. Townrow

Ms Nirmala D/O Srirekam Puru Shotam, Mr Vikas Madhav Gore, Mr Kemal Siddique, GC Member Ms Joyce Foster

Capt. Jag Singh Padda, Deputy President Mr Sher Baljit Singh, Mr Matthew Robert Williamson

Mr Naveen Sharma, Ms Radhika Gupta, Mr Charles Boyes Taylor

Mr Jagdish Parihar, Mrs Renu Parihar

GC Member Mr Jonathan M E Robinson, Mr Hugh Gordon Thompson

Mr Viren Niranjan Desai, Ms Vimi Prabhu, GC Member Ms Cynthia Robless, Mr Jawahar Coelho November / December 2014

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CLUB NEWS

New Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Election Night 13 October 2014 Ordinary (Transferable) Members

Ms Lee Hsiao Ping

Mr Oliver David George Broster

Mr Tiernan G. Fernando

Dr Daanesh Huned

Mr George Tang

Mrs Gitanjali Co Devan Anderson

Dr Ramasastry Ambarish

Mr Ashok Kumar

Mr Amit Gupta

Mr Narinder Kapoor

Mr Amit Gupta

Mr Luke Thomas

Mrs Chandni Kapoor Nayar, Mr Puneesh Nayar, GC Member Mr George V Abraham

Mrs Gitanjali Co Devan Anderson, Mr Thomas James Lechmere Anderson

Mr Chong Yap Seng, Ms Lee Hsiao Ping, Mr Harold Foo, Mr Steven Ong Kay Eng 6

Term Members Mr Jag Dhaliwall Ms Bonnie L Hobbs Mr Jay Krause Mr Puneesh Nayar Mr Benjamin Curtis Mr Laurent Dedenis

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Special Term Members Mr Ewan Makepeace Sports Members Mr Wilfred Diepeveen Mr Ian Gamble Ms Alice Harkness Mr Aaron Bolton Mr George Johnson Mr Paul Kelly

Mr Karthik Ramakrishnan

Mr Rauf Mansoor

Mr Narinder Kapoor, Mr Oliver Ernst Andersen, Chairman Games Control Board Mr T. Ravi Chandran, Mr Raj Kumar Saduhu Ram, Ms Ira Mehra

Mr H H Hassanbhai, Dr Daanesh Huned, GC Member Mr George V Abraham, Mr Laurent Dedenis, Mrs Celine Dedenis

CLUB NEWS

New Membersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Election Night 13 October 2014

Mrs Vrinda Gupta, Mr Amit Gupta, GC Member Mr Parasuram Krishnan, Mr Koh Kheng Guan, Mr George Tang, Ms Candy Chuang

Mr Marshall P Horowitz, Ms Bonnie L Hobbs

Dr Daanesh Huned, Mr Benjamin Curtis

Mrs Anna Bridgman, GC Member Ms Cynthia Robless, Ms Alice Harkness

Mr Jag Dhaliwall, Mrs Tracy Jones, GC Member Mr Jonathan M E Robinson, Ms Chikako Yamawaki

Mr Shanmugaraj A/L Madasamy, Mr Ewan Makepeace, Mrs Sophie Makepeace

Dr Ramasastry Ambarish, Mr Ashok Kumar

Mrs Gauri Gupta, Mr Amit Gupta

Deputy President Mr Sher Baljit Singh, Mr Rauf Mansoor, Mrs Ana Rauf

Mr Umesh Rameshchandra Shah, Mr Luke Thomas, Mr Karthik Ramakrishnan, Ms Jaya Prakash Awtani

Mr David Anthony Jones, Mr Wilfred Diepeveen, Mrs Tracy Jones, Mr Ian Gamble

Mrs Tsukiko Broster, Mr Oliver David George Broster, Mr Ananda Kumar U, Mr Tiernan G. Fernando

Mrs Gillian Krause, GC Member Mr Jonathan M E Robinson, Mr Jay Krause, Mr Ong Chin Leong

Mrs Fiona Pilling, Mr Kevin Cumbers, Mr Paul Kelly

Finance Member Mr Hamish A Christie, Mr Ashok Kumar, Mr N Thangavelu

GC Member Ms Joyce Foster, Mr George Johnson, Mr Aaron Bolton, Mr Benjamin Chesney November / December 2014 THE PADANG

CLUB NEWS

Singapore Cricket Club Established 1852

Last 10 transacted prices for the transfer of Ordinary (Transferable) Membership through the Club:

August - September 2014

$19,000

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November / December 2014

CLUB NEWS

National Day Awards 2014 Congratulations to our Member on being conferred the Pingat Bakti Masyarakat 2014.

Club Operating Hours on THURSday, 1ST January 2015 Please note that owing to the New Year's Eve Party on 31 December 2014, the Club will open at 3.00pm on Thursday, 1st January 2015

Annual Staff Fund Members are hereby invited to voluntarily contribute to the SCC Staff ‘Annual Ang Pow Fund’.

Mr Raja Ram Bawajee, PBM

Jackpot Christmas Party 19 December 2014 6.00pm

It is an SCC ‘Tradition’ that this contribution amounts to the equivalent of one month’s subscription and that the fund is fully dispersed in the month of collection as an ex-gratia payment that is equally distributed amongst all members of the staff. This is the only occasion in the year when Members may show their appreciation to Club employees in this manner. In keeping with recent practice, the amount will be debited to Members’ accounts and will appear in your October 2014 Statement of Account. This contribution as previously stated is wholly voluntary and Members may give written notice prior to 31 December 2014 should you choose to make a smaller; or larger donation or of course, no donation at all. We would also be pleased to accept an email notification as to your choice of option to ang.pow@scc.org.sg. On behalf of all SCC employees, Management takes this opportunity to thank you for your patronage and support of the Club and its staff over this past year.

at the Jackpot Room birthday cake and Ang Pows A were presented to Members who celebrated their birthdays in the months of August & September 2014.

The Jackpot Buffet Promotion is held every second and last Friday of the month, while the Birthday of the Month is held on the last Friday of the month. Register your name and try your luck on our machines. If your birthday happens to fall on these months, you will be entitled to a special celebration, compliments of the Club.

Next Birthday of the Month Celebration

24 October & 28 November 6.00pm onwards

JACKPOT WINNER

August 2014 Qin Shi Huang

September 2014 50 Dragons (Gen 7)

$3,551 $3,595 November / December 2014

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CLUB NEWS

CHRISTMAS Sale november/DECEMBER 2014

From left to right: Recyclable Wine Bag $1.80 (U.P. $2.00), Wine Glasses (Set of 2) $62.00 (U.P. $69.00),

Whiskey Glasses (Set of 2) $62.00 (U.P. $69.00), Beer Glasses (Set of 2) $62.00 (U.P. $69.00)

From left to right: Black Dri-fit Polo Tee $23.00 (U.P. $25.00), Bow Tie $23.00 (U.P. $25.30), Red Sports Tie $34.00 (U.P. $38.00), Green Sports Tie $39.00 (U.P. $43.00), Cufflinks $18.00 (U.P. $19.80), Sports Towels (Set of 2) $16.00 (U.P. $18.00), Shoe Bag $13.50 (U.P. $15.00), SCC Socks $5.00 per pair (U.P. $5.90), Keychain $6.00 (U.P. $6.90), White Cotton Polo Tee $22.50 (U.P. $25.00)

From left to right: Greeting Cards (Set of 12) $13.50 (U.P. $15.00), Pen $6.00

(U.P. $6.90), SCC Corkboard Placemats (Set of 6) $31.50 (U.P. $35.00), Tea Towels (Set of 2) $18.00 (U.P. $20.00), The SCC Cookbook $31.50 (U.P. $35.00) 10

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FEATURE

Article by: Steve Thompson

he Secretary of the Singapore Cricket Club after World War II until his death in 1966 was Brigadier Eric John (Tim) Denholm-Young. During the war, his career was distinguished and he served in Burma (now Myanmar) where he was Commander of the 123rd Indian Infantry Brigade from July 1944 to August 1945. Later, he was the first General officer from the 5th Indian Division to land on and liberate Singapore from the Japanese on Sept 5, 1945. The first British ships approached Singapore that morning, and, on landing at Keppel Harbour, Denholm-Young was met by a Japanese interpreter on the staff of General Seishiro Itagaki, Commander-inChief of the 7th Area Army in Singapore.

On landing at Keppel Harbour, Brigadier Denholm-Young was met by a Japanese interpreter on General Itagaki’s staff. Photo from Ball Of Fire: 5th Indian Division In World War II by Antony Brett-James, 1951

From the 5th Division’s diary (in Ball Of Fire: 5th Indian Division In World War II by Antony Brett-James, 1951): “The first troops of the Division ashore were “D” Company of the 2/1st Punjab, under Major Niaz Mohammed Arbad. The battalion was met by two senior Japanese officers who wore ceremonial swords and highly polished jackboots. All were standing rigidly to attention, at the salute. Behind them again was parked a line of glittering civilian cars, each with a booted chauffeur. “On the main wharf, Brigadier Eric John Denholm-Young, Commanding Officer of the 123rd Indian Brigade, was met by one Major General Shimura who was staff officer to General Itagaki. And soon after midday, Denholm-Young held a conference with a number of senior Japanese officers, who showed themselves most helpful. All went as had been planned during the voyage, and no opposition was met.” It is not known when Denholm-Young became Secretary of the SCC but his last days with the Club were not happy. From the official history of the Club (the year is 1966, and the President is Andrew Gilmour):

“Although the Club now showed its first surplus - $2,576 - since 1957, thanks to “drastic economies”, said the committee, the need to trim staff was still pressing. “The committee reluctantly came to the conclusion that the Club could no longer afford the Secretary, Brigadier Denholm-Young …. … “The Brigadier was notified by letter that his job had gone while he was on leave. “It was a long, very careful, tactful letter,” said Gilmour. [Gilmour was President from 1962

to 1967 and the Brigadier served during much of this period.] “But in a tragic irony which embarrassed Gilmour and his committee for years afterwards, the letter arrived shortly after Denholm-Young had died while holidaying in Germany, and was opened by his grieving Singaporean Chinese widow. By all accounts, she took this additional blow very badly.” Denholm-Young is buried in the Military Cemetery at Kranji, which is still open to a select few, including veterans who were involved in the liberation of Singapore. His headstone reads in part: “An outstanding leader, courageous soldier, loyal friend and a devoted father. Well done, thou good and faithful servant. He leaves behind his loving wife Grace, daughters Diana, Nicola and Hazel.” Sources: Singapore At War: Secrets From The Fall, Liberation And Aftermath Of World War II by Romen Bose, 2012 The Singapore Cricket Club by Ilsa Sharp, 1993 November / December 2014

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

24 & 25 December 2014 Wednesday & Thursday only PADANG RESTAURANT $68.00 Member / $78.00 Guest / $30.00 Child eGGNOG  COLD SELECTIONS 

17 November to 23 December 2014 Available Monday to Friday only 17-21 Nov, 24-28 Nov, 1-5 Dec, 8-12 Dec, 15-19 Dec and 22-23 Dec PADANG RESTAURANT $50.00 per person  Starter  Poached Salmon Niçoise with red skin potato, haricot beans and quail eggs

or Baby Spinach, Pear and Walnut Salad with blue cheese dressing

 Soup 

Duck Liver Mousse Crostini Spiced Herring with Tomato Sago Mini Kueh Pie Tee with Jumbo Crab Meat Portobello Mushroom and Mozzarella Cheese Bruschetta Garden Green Salad with Dressing Green U.S. Asparagus and Prosciutto Ham Grilled Assorted Antipasto Spicy Shredded Green Mango with Prawns Salad Clam Chowder Soup with Lemon Cream Selection of House-Baked Bread Assorted Sushi

 On the ice  Fresh Oyster Scallop Roe Prawns Slipper Lobster

 carving station  Smoked Supreme Ham with Cranberry and Pineapple Sauce Roast Whole Turkey with Stuffing and Bread Sauce Rosemary Spiced Leg of Lamb

Red Lentil Soup

 Main Course  Roast Turkey Breast with brussels sprouts, roasted pumpkin and cranberry sauce

or Smoked Premium Ham with potato and green pea puree, roasted carrots and apple chutney

or Pan Fried Sea Bream Fish Fillet with pumpkin puree, sautéed baby spinach and tapenade

or Risotto with ratatouille vegetables

Assorted Cookies Coffee or Tea

Coffee or Tea

 Dessert  with vanilla ice cream and brandy custard

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 desserts  Medley of Fresh Fruits Platter Christmas Pudding and Brandy Custard Chocolate and Chestnut Yule Log Minced Fruit Tart Christmas Stollen Selection of Cheese Platter

Christmas Pudding

 hot selection  Pan-seared Black Cod Fish Fillet with Cous Cous and Walnut Pesto Fricassée of Chicken in Saffron Capsicum Sauce Slow-braised Beef Stew with Root Vegetables and Caraway Jus Steamed Fragrant Pearl Rice Sautéed Potatoes with Onions Yorkshire Pudding Assorted Mixed Vegetables (Brussels Sprouts, Carrot and Parsnip) Rigatoni Pasta in Duck Bolognaise

November / December 2014

FOOD & BEVERAGE

WEDNESDAY, 24 December 2014 PADANG RESTAURANT $73.00 Member / $83.00 Guest  Starter  Chilled Hokkaido Sea Scallop Ceviche salmon roe and shiso cress

 Soup  Potato and Leek Soup with bacon

 Main Course  Roasted Turkey Roulades with sweet chestnut stuffing, brussels sprout, pumpkin puree and gilbert sauce

or Smoked Premium Ham with apple mash, roasted potatoes, baby carrots and pineapple red wine sauce

THURSDAY, 25 December 2014 PADANG RESTAURANT $65.00 Member / $75.00 Guest

or Pan Fried Black Cod

 Starter 

with asparagus fettuccine, boiled red potatoes and sesame soya dressing

with wasabi lime mayonnaise, chives and micro cress

 Dessert  Christmas Pudding

Salmon Tartar

 Soup  Green Pea Soup

with vanilla ice cream and brandy custard

with blue cheese and garlic crouton

Assorted Cookies

 Main Course 

Coffee or Tea

with mussels, sautéed fennel, rhubarb and mussels saffron cream sauce

Pan Roasted Escolar or Roasted Turkey Breast with yorkshire pudding, beetroot and red wine cranberry sauce

or Smoked Premium Ham with herb potato fondant, braised purple cabbage, cinnamon and clove apple sauce

 Dessert  Christmas Pudding with vanilla ice cream and brandy custard

Coffee or Tea

November / December 2014

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

CHRISTMAS MENU

Christ mas Eve set luncH

Christ mas Day set luncH

WEDNESDAY, 24 December 2014 The Oval & Verandah $25.00 Member / $30.00 Guest

THURSday, 25 December 2014 The Oval & Verandah $25.00 Member / $30.00 Guest

Soup Clam Chowder Soup

Soup Pumpkin Soup with Mascarpone Cheese

Main Course Roast Turkey

with Roasted Potato Chipolata Stuffing and Fresh Vegetables

or Baked Honey Glazed Ham

with Potato, Green Pea Puree and Brown Sauce

Dessert Christmas Chocolate Log Cake

Freshly Brewed Coffee or Tea

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November / December 2014

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Christmas Goodies

Christmas Take-Away Order Form To: Singapore Cricket Club, Food & Beverage Department, FAX: 6333 0708 OR EMAIL: SALLY.HENG@SCC.ORG.SG ITEM

PRICE

Traditional Christmas Stollen (500gm)

$28

Mini Minced Pie (150gm)

$15

Mini Brandy and Rum Fruit Cake

$15

Traditional Christmas Plum Pudding (200gms)

$15

Nutty Fruit Cake (1kg)

$42

Apricot Crumble Pie (1kg)

$42

Yule Log (1kg)



Bitter Sweet Dark Chocolate with Berry Jelly

$52



Cognac Roll with Dry Apricot

$52



Milk Chocolate with Chestnut

$52



Gingerbread with Caramel Walnut and Mixed Fruits Peel

$52

Oven -roasted Turkey with Traditional Stuffing, Gravy and Cranberry Sauce (approx. 4kg, 10 to 20 people) packed in a basket

$148

Smoked Premium Ham with Apple Sauce (approx. 3kg, 10 to 20 people) packed in a basket

$148

10.

Roasted Sirloin of Beef with Black Pepper Sauce (approx. 4kg, 10 to 20 people) packed in a basket

$168

11.

Caesar Salad (10 to 20 people)

$52

QTY

Please debit $____________________ to my account for the items and quantity indicated above. I understand that these will be debited to my account if I cancel my order after Monday 15 Dec 2014, or if I fail to collect my order. Date of collection:______________________________ Time of collection:____________________________ Name in print:__________________________________________ Membership no.:____________________ Contact no.:_____________________ Fax:_____________________ Email:___________________________ Date of order:______________________________ Signature:______________________________________ Items 8, 9 & 10 come in attractive picnic baskets and are available for collection from 11:30am onwards on the specified date of collection at The Oval Restaurant. All other items are wrapped in festive packaging. This form is available for take-away orders only and must reach the Club before Monday 15 December 2014. Confirmation of the receipt of orders will be made via email or fax. Images are for illustration purpose only.

November / December 2014

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FOOD & BEVERAGE

Chef Arfinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Specialities

November/December 2014

7 November Penang Laksa $6.80

5 December Indian Mee Goreng $6.80 (regular), $9.80 (large)

14 November Indian Rojak $6.80 (regular), $10.80 (large)

12 December Plain Thosai served with Vegetable Dhall, Coconut and Onion Chilli Chutney $5.80

21 November Mutton Biryani $13.80

Masala Thosai served with Vegetable Dhall, Coconut and Onion Chilli Chutney $9.80

28 November Kambing Soup $6.80 (regular), $9.80 (large)

19 December Indian Rojak $6.80 (regular), $10.80 (large) 26 December Kambing Soup $6.80 (regular), $9.80 (large)

Cake of the Month

November/December 2014

Green Tea Mousse Cake with Mango Jelly (Sugar Free) $43.20 per kg

S CC Bake Shop

Decadent pastries and cakes for all your special occasions! Visit the Oval Restaurant or call 6338 9271 to place a cake order for special occasion or birthday celebration! *Photos for illustration purposes only 16

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Dinner Specials at

The Oval & Verandah

November

Tandoori Lamb Chop with Minted Aloo Chat $15.80

Fried Noodle ‘Nonya Style’ $9.80

Roasted Rosemary Spring Chicken with Potato Wedges, Mesclun Salad & Mushroom Cream Sauce $14.80

December

Chicken Vindaloo $12.80 Grilled Beef Tenderloin with Green Asparagus, Mashed Potato & Black Pepper Sauce $25.80

Seafood Tang Hoon $9.80

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Beverage Promotions

Mansard Brut Champagne

November / December 2014

$95.00 per bottle

Veuve Clicquot Champagne

Paul Goerg Champagne

The Macallan 12YO Sherry Oak

Four Pillars Gin

Singleton 12YO Single Malt Whisky

$95.00 per bottle

$98.00 per bottle 18

$95.00 per bottle

$148.00 per bottle

$128.00 per bottle

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Mumm Cordon Rogue Champagne

Mansard Brut Rose Champagne

The Macallan 15YO Fine Oak

Belvedere Pure Vodka

$95.00 per bottle

$198.00 per bottle

Bruichladdich Port Charlotte Scottish Barley $128.00 per bottle

$105.00 per bottle

$118.00 per bottle

Bruichladdich Scottish Barley Single Malt Whisky $138.00 per bottle

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Wines of the Month

November / December 2014

Luis Felipe Edwards Gran Reserva Merlot 2012

Luis Felipe Edwards Gran Reserva Chardonnay 2012

This wine shows a bright deep rugby red colour with violet hues. In the nose are complex layers of red fruit, such as dark cherry, spices, licorice, tobacco and black tea. It is smooth and fat in the mouth with a persistent and fresh finish.

A fragrant complex wine with elegant aromas of citrics, pineapple, honey, nuts and almonds. Ideally suited to traditional Chardonnay matches like seafood and light game dishes.

$49.00 per bottle | $10.00 per glass

Hardy’s VR Sauvignon Blanc 2013 Hardy’s Mill Cellars Shiraz 2012 Bright cherry and raspberry fruit aromas, with slight overtones of spice and sweet vanillan oak. The wine has a juicy yet soft texture with fine tannins and a dry finish. A lingering subtle underlying oak flavour complements and adds complexity to the wine. $45.00 per bottle | $9.80 per glass

Vina Ijalba Reserva Rioja Viña Ijalba has gained much acclaim in Spain and internationally for their terrific work with organic viticulture, as well as their championing of obscure indigenous varietals. These wines are among the few modern Riojas that truly impress for their sense of balance and style without sacrificing their Rioja soul. $49.00 per bottle | $10.00 per glass

Ronan By Clinet A.O.C. Rouge 2010 100% merlot grapes are used, and the result is a wine bursting with morello cherries, plums and subtle spice, and that is fleshy and ripe with an incredible finish. Regarded as one of Bordeaux’s greatest vintages, 2010 produced broad-shouldered, concentrated wines with fresh acidity, high alcohol and extraordinary ageing potential. Received 91 points from James Sucklin. $53.00 per bottle | $11.00 per glass

A classic Sauvignon Blanc with pale straw, green hue. It has a lifted citrus, tropical and herbaceous aroma. A clean tropical palate with passion fruit, herbaceous grassy lift and a crisp finish. $45.00 per bottle | $9.80 per glass

Vina Ijalba Genoli Viura Rioja Fine, herb scented stuff, not too Kiwi Sauvignonlike with great apple punch and vibrancy. Nice in its less flamboyant, honest and refreshing. $48.00 per bottle | $10.00 per glass

Giesen Estate Pinot Noir 2012 An expressive wine with aromas of red cherry, plum, dry spice and earthy mushroom notes. The vibrant fruit driven palate shows concentrated red fruit with savoury flavours and well-rounded yet firm tannin with great length. The palate will develop greater richness and complexity with time in the bottle. 3 stars - Michael Cooper Buyer’s Guide 2013 $50.00 per bottle | $11.00 per glass

Ronan by Clinet A.O.C. Bordeaux Blanc 2012 Ronan says they experimented with many different styles, and took one year to decide on the best one, tried a more ‘typical Bordeaux’ zesty white but decided this more luxurious style matches better with the Clinet signature. It’s fairly rare to find this style of white Bordeaux, with lemon rind and orange blossom, and should have a slightly longer drinking window than most Entre deux Mers wines… $53.00 per bottle | $11.00 per glass November / December 2014

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Daily Set Lunch at The Oval & Verandah

All Western Set Lunches ($15.80) are served with Soup of the Day, Coffee/Tea and Dessert of the Day. All Local and Tandoori Set Lunches ($14.80) are served with Coffee/Tea and Dessert of the Day. Monday 3, 10, 17 & 24 November Chicken Briyani, or Oven-roasted Striploin served with Vegetables and Potato Wedges, or Bak Kut Teh served with Steamed Rice

Monday 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 December Chicken Briyani, or Braised Duck Leg with Orange Sauce served with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Bak Kut Teh served with Steamed Rice

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

Tuesday 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 December SCC Laksa, or Pan-fried Seabass Fillet with Vegetables and Potatoes served with Lemon Dill Sauce, or Butter Chicken Masala served with Naan Bread

November 2014

FOOD & EVENTS CALENDAR

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Pizza Mondays 1-for-1 Takeaway Only The Oval & Verandah

8.00pm Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar

Remembrance Day 11.00am Cenotaph on the Esplanade

Christmas Set Lunch 17 Nov to 23 Dec Monday to Friday Padang Restaurant

December 2014

SCC High Tea Available daily 3.00pm to 5.00pm The Oval & Main Lounge

Wednesday 3, 10, 17 & 31 December Chicken and Egg Curry served with Steamed Rice, or Grilled Dory Fish Fillet served with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Fish Curry served with Steamed Rice

Friday 7, 14, 21 & 28 November Fish Moolie served with Steamed Rice, or Grilled Chicken Chop served with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Dhall Makhani and Vegetable Curry served with Naan Bread

Tuesday

Wednesday 5, 12, 19 & 26 November Chicken and Egg Curry served with Steamed Rice, or Roast Leg of Lamb served with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Fish Curry served with Steamed Rice

Thursday 6, 13, 20 & 27 November SCC Chicken Rice, or Baked Salmon with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Mutton Curry served with Naan Bread or Steamed Rice

Monday

Tuesday 2

8.00pm Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bar

Pizza Mondays 1-for-1 Takeaway Only The Oval & Verandah

Thursday 4, 11 & 18 December SCC Chicken Rice, or Baked Salmon with Vegetables and Potatoes, or Mutton Curry served with Naan Bread or Steamed Rice

Friday 5, 12, 19 & 26 December Fish Moolie served with Steamed Rice, or Grilled Pork Chop coated with Cheddar Cheese served with Vegetables and Potato Wedges, or Dhall Makhani and Vegetable Curry served with Naan Bread

Saturday 6, 13, 20 & 27 December SCC Laksa, or SCC Chicken Rice

16 SCC High Tea Available daily 3.00pm to 5.00pm The Oval & Main Lounge

Carvery Lunch Available daily 12.00pm to 2.30pm Main Lounge

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Thursday

Saturday

Friday

Sunday

6 Carvery Lunch Available daily 12.00pm to 2.30pm Main Lounge

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Padang Restaurant

Sunday Roast 12.00pm to 3.00pm Padang Restaurant

See page 23 for details

Champagne2 Brunch Every 1 Sunday

Christmas Wine & Cheese 7.30pm onwards Padang Restaurant

Champagne Dinner 7.30pm onwards Padang Restaurant

Satay Wednesdays & Fridays 6.30pm to 10.00pm Courtyard

Wednesday

Thursday

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with Terry & Robyn Band on Saturdays 7.30pm onwards Main Lounge

Hawker Fare 28 14 & 28 November 6.30pm onwards Courtyard Inter-Section Social Night 7.30pm onwards Stumps Terrace

Saturday

Friday

Sunday 6

Champagne 7 Brunch Every 1 Sunday

st of the Month Padang Restaurant

12 Hawker Fare Every alternate Fridays 12 & 26 December 6.30pm onwards Courtyard

Satay Wednesdays & Fridays 6.30pm to 10.00pm Courtyard

13 Frozen Christmas Party 10.00am to 2.00pm Multi-Purpose Court & Padang Restaurant

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Bar

with Terry & Robyn Band on Saturdays 7.30pm onwards Main Lounge

2.00pm onwards Main Lounge

Public Holiday* Christmas Day

November / December 2014

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Champagne G.H. MARTEL & Co.

Dinner

Chilled Salmon and Crabmeat Salad with Puy Lentils MANSARD BRUT NV

Foie Gras with Sundried Tomato and Caramelised Onion Tart with Port Wine Balsamic VIEILLE FRANCE BRUT NV Five Spice Duck Breast and Charred Pineapple with Honey Jus VIEILLE FRANCE BLANC DE CHARDONNAY Braised Beef Tenderloin with Mushroom and Spinach Risotto VIEILLE FRANCE BLANC DE NOIR Selection of Artisanal Cheese Panna Cotta with Fresh Strawberries MANSARD BRUT ROSE NV

DATE: VENUE: TIME: PRICE:

Friday, 21 November 2014 The Padang Restaurant 7.30pm $85.00 (Member) $95.00 (Guest)

40% of dinner price is chargeable for cancellation after 18 November 2014 and 100% for no-show. Reservations are based on first-come-first served basis. For reservations, please call The Padang Restaurant at 6338 9271.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Join us and celebrate Deepavali with delectable Indian cuisine, dance performances and games by our emcee.

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Salad & Cold Chaats Indian Cheese Paneer Chaat (Spicy) Beetroot Salad with onion, tomato and chilli Tropical Green Mango Salad with chaat masala and lime juice Mixed Garden Salad with onion, tomato, chilli and chick pea

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Hot & Cold Appetizers Chicken and Mutton Samosa, Vegetarian Samosa, Mixed Vegetable Bajji Onion / Chilli / Carrot / Eggplant / Bell pepper Dahi Vada, Green Banana Bajji

Condiments Mango Chutney, Mint Chutney, Yogurt Raita, Mixed Pickles, Papadams Soup Tomato Coconut Shorba served with garlic chilli focaccia bread Hot Entrees Chettinad Chicken Curry, Bhuna Gosht, Spicy Chicken Tikka, Hariyali Cape Fish Kebab, Eggplant Masala Baigan Bartha Channa Masala Gravy style Kadai Paneer (Stir-fried Paneer Cheese with vegetables) Navratna Dal (Mixed Lentils) Onion Basmati Rice/ Steamed Rice

DATE Friday, 7 November 2014

VENUE / TIME Oval Restaurant 6.00pm onwards (Dinner Buffet) Main Lounge 8.00pm onwards (Performances) Belly Dancing & Drum Show, Best Dressed Contest, Bhangra Dance

Live Station Lamb Leg Shawarma Kebab style with condiments Naan (Garlic / Plain), Tosai with condiments String Hopper (Puthu Mayam)

BUFFET PRICE

$29.80 (Member), $33.80 (Guest) $14.90 (Child) CLOSING DATE 31 OCTOBER 2014 ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE Due to the PAP60 Commemorative Event and Book Launch at Victoria Concert Hall, several roads around SCC will be closed from 09:00hrs to 23:59hrs on 7 November 2014. As Singapore Cricket Club is within the security zone, vehicles entering the SCC will be screened. SCC Members will be able to drive (only cars with SCC Car decal) into the Club via Connaught Drive. Members and Guests arriving via taxi will have to alight at Connaught Drive instead of the Clubhouse. Closure of the two lanes at Connaught Drive are for vehicle screenings. It is highly recommended to park your vehicle at the following parking facilities: The Parliament House / The Adelphi / Funan Shopping Mall. *CONNAUGHT DRIVE WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR PARKING. SCC Members and guests are encouraged to access the SCC by foot. 40% of buffet price will be imposed for cancellation after closing date or no-show. Tables will be held for 15 minutes only. For buffet reservation, please call The Oval Restaurant at 6338 9271.

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Remembrance Day All Members are invited to join us for a Remembrance Day Memorial Service at the Cenotaph on the Esplanade.

Date: Tuesday, 11 November 2014 Venue: Cenotaph on the Esplanade Time: 10:30am (Gather at Club Lobby) A light meal will be served at the Singapore Cricket Club (Gilmour Room) at 11.20am.

Christmas Wine & Cheese Join us in getting into the season of Christmas and be amazed with our selection of wines that you can bring home for the festive season.

Date: Friday, 14 November 2014 Venue: The Padang Restaurant Time: 7:30pm onwards Price: $50.00 (Member) $65.00 (Guest) *Age Limit: 18 years old and above ** Club dress code applies Closing Date: 10 November 2014 Tickets sale is based on first-come-first-served basis. 40% ticket price is chargeable for cancellation after closing date and 100% for no-show. For more information on our events, please contact Angeline Tan at angeline.tan@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 (ext. 395) or Becky Xu at becky.xu@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 (ext.377) 24

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Next Pub Quiz Nights Tuesday

4 November & 2 December

SCC Inter-Section Social Night

Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time for the Sports Section Members to get together for an evening of great music and sumptuous food! SPECIAL PERFORMANCE by our very own Sports Member, Sam Randall from Dr Feel Good!

Date: Friday, 28 November 2014 Venue: Stumps Terrace Time: 7:30pm to 10.30pm Price: $28.00

*Price includes barbecue & a welcome drink Closing Date: 21 November 2014

Tickets sale is based on first-come-first-served basis. 40% ticket price is chargeable for cancellation after closing date and 100% for no-show. For more information on our events, please contact Angeline Tan at angeline.tan@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 (ext. 395) or Becky Xu at becky.xu@scc.org.sg Tel: 6338 9271 (ext.377) November / December 2014

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FROZEN CHRISTMAS PARTY

DATE: VENUE: TIME: PRICE: AGE LIMIT: Closing date:

Saturday, 13 December 2014 Multi Purpose Court and Padang Restaurant 10.00am - 2.00pm $42.00 (incl. Santa's present, games and kid's set lunch with dessert buffet) 2 to 12 years old Monday, 8 December 2014

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SCC Christmas Eve Lucky Draw 2014 Prizes

4. A PAIR OF AIR TICKETS to Greece ($2,400.00) 5. Samsung Navibot ($1,199.00) 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16.

SAMSUNG FHD 3D SMART LED TV~40 ($949.00) SAMSUNG FHD 3D SMART LED TV~40 ($949.00) SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE 10.1 32 ($798.00) OSIM uPhoria Leg Massage ($798.00) SHARP Humidifying Air Purifier - KCA50EW~WHITE ($589.00) TEFAL Acti-Fry ($540.00) NIKON 16MP DIGI CAM - COOLPIXAW120~GREEN ($429.00) DELONGHI Espresso Machine ($399.00) Capitaland Vouchers ($350.00) DYSON Hand-held Vacuum ($309.00) Beverage Hamper ($300.00)

$3.00 PER TICKET

Available at all outlets from 16 November 2014

17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 23. 24. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30.

SCC Countdown Ball tickets for 2 pax ($270.00) SCC Padang Restaurant Dining Voucher ($200.00) SCC Padang Restaurant Dining Voucher ($200.00) SCC Padang Restaurant Dining Voucher ($200.00) Sony Smart Band ($138.00) Sony Smart Band ($138.00) PhilipS ElectRIC Toothbrush HX6711 ($119.00) Omron Body Monitor ($98.00) Beverage Hamper ($90.00) Beverage Hamper ($90.00) Beverage Hamper ($85.00) Beverage Hamper ($85.00) Beverage Hamper ($85.00) SCC Sunday Roast â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Full Roast Buffet for 2 pax ($83.60) MAIN prize sponsor:

Programme Highlights 2:00pm: Lucky Draw 2:30pm: Performance by Vernon Cornelius & Band

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RECENT EVENTS

Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show 3 September 2014

he Ladies Luncheon held on 3 September at the Padang Restaurant was well-attended with about 80 attendees present. The official apparel sponsors Indochine with Gaurika, Divine Raga and Ritu Pande presented a vibrant range of stylish outfits and elegant accessories much to the delight of the ladies. The Fashion Show included a sumptuous buffet spread paired with delicious wines which everyone savoured. The ladies also won lucky draw prizes and brought home attractive goodie bags.

Sauber F1 Team visits SCC 17 September 2014

n 17 September, the SCC welcomed Sauber Formula Oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first ever female Team Principal, Monisha Kaltenborn and Sauber Test Driver, Giedo van der Garde for an exclusive and private sharing session at the Padang Restaurant. Monisha and Giedo shared their experiences in the motorsport industry as well as when they first entered Formula One and subsequently joined the Sauber Team. Giedo, Dutch test driver, held the rapt attention of the audience, explaining the various functions and complexities of the Formula One steering wheel â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Members were astonished to Guido van der Garde explaining how complex an F1 learn about the steering wheel can be dexterity required to manoeuvre the wheel. The Formula One enthusiasts amongst those present were keen to find out more about this high-speed sport which Monisha and Giedo spoke passionately about. The night ended with a highly anticipated photo opportunity and an autograph session with Giedo van der Garde.

Deputy President Baljit Singh presenting an SCC welcome present to Team Principle Monisha Kaltenborn

Lucky winners of 2 pit lane tickets!

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intage chic was the name of the game at this year’s SCC Night Race Fiesta. From a sleek and stylish race car simulator at the Main Lounge, to strategically place life-sized balloon sculptures at the Padang restaurant, every nook and cranny of the Club was transformed into party central heaving with breathless excitement. Charming both Members and guests, the bevy of race queen beauties added to the glitz and glamour of Asia’s first street circuit night race. There were photo opportunities aplenty with performance stilt walkers and brightly lit table-top girls parading around the Club. The little ones were not forgotten as they had their own private set-up in the “children’s room” where amusement was earned watching movies and playing Wii video games. As part of the SCC’s efforts at community engagement, the fun and excitement of the races was extended to 10 members of the Boys Town. Each received F1 passes with an invitation to dine and catch the preliminary races at the

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SCC. The boys arrived eager to immerse themselves in the race action. A memorable evening of thrills they most certainly had leaving with SCC souvenirs to remember their time with us by. It was cheers all around as the Singapore Book of Records was set by SCC for the ‘Biggest Balloon Treasure Hunt’ held at the Squash Court. Filled to the brim with 7500 orange and black balloons, Members and guests had fun being submerged in a sea of balloons. Only at the SCC can you “Drink and Drive” and be rewarded! The top 3 winners of the contest walked away with a trophy while the champion was presented a Claude Bernard Aquarider by our kind sponsor. With plenty of sumptuous food and drinks, everyone in attendance had a memorable time soaking in hours of endless entertainment over the three race days. We thank all Members and guests for their patronage and support and hope to see you again at the race next year!

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Peter Gilchrist

Billiards Champion

014 Singapore Sportsman of the Year, Peter won the World Professional Billiards titles (WPBSA) in 1994 and 2001 and the International Billiards and Snooker Federation (IBSF – WBL) World Billiards Limited title in 2013. A Member of the Singapore Cricket Club, Peter’s passion for billiards blossomed at the age of 10 when he started playing at the full-sized table at the local fire station. Skyrocketing through the ranks, this natural sportsman won the prestigious English Amateur Championship in 1988 before turning professional the year after. This billiards extraordinaire discovered his inclination for the cue sport one snowy morning when his regular football session was cancelled. Peter took to the game like fish to water. He vividly recalls playing the game everyday after school at the local fire station making it his daily routine for four years. Peter was 16 years of age when he began playing seriously. Peter mastered the techniques of billiards after obtaining a formal coaching certificate in 1999. This dedicated sportsman firmly advocates the investment of time and commitment to any sport one has passion for. On what makes a champion, Peter believes the more one trains, the better one would get. The 2015 SEA Games to be hosted by Singapore is another competition that has got him on his toes! Peter hopes to garner four wins which is one more than the previous year.

2014 Singapore Sportsman of the Year

Peter’s most significant win is his first World Championship title in 1994. He had been defeated in the past and had never won the title previously hence it meant a great deal for him to have clinched it through sheer persistence. The SCC recognises talent like Peter’s and is indeed proud of his many accomplishments. Says Peter, “I feel at home at the SCC, its people are warm and friendly, and, the food is good too – especially the fish and chips, my favourite!” The SCC wishes him the very best of luck in all future tournaments! English Billiards Open Series

“ Peter in conversation with RSC Interpot participants

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I feel at home at the SCC, its people are warm and friendly, and, the food is good too – especially the fish and chips, my favourite!

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SPORTS

GILES ROCHE TROPHY

INTER-SECTION BOWLS By Dr K U Menon

9 teams gather for battle on the Green

his event is an annual fixture in the bowls calendar and was initiated more than three decades back by the late Giles Roche to bring together members from all sporting sections of the Club for a day of fun and sportsmanship, and to promote the game of lawn bowls. This year a total of 9 Sections competed with each other, playing triples with 2 bowls each. Each team had to play a minimum of 4 matches - 6 ends or 20mins …followed by the semi-final / final match to determine the winners.

sunny month of October. But sadly, neither Giles Roche nor the committee anticipated the phenomenon of climate change.

In earlier years, the event was traditionally held in late November after the Rugby 7s. But in 2011 and the subsequent year, rains of biblical proportions reduced our bowlers to despair and a decision was made thereafter to carry it forward to the warmer

In the pre-match spider event, John Spackman from Darts secured the first prize of a bottle of wine. Curiously, it was the two in-door sports of Billards and Snooker (2nd time running) and Balut that came in first and second in the overall competition followed by Hockey in 3rd place.

And a jingle-dy here / a jingle-dy there?

Watch me and learn….. !

.. and this children, is how you hold a lawn bowl...

Whilst it was a warm sunny day alright, a thick dirty yellowish brown haze from Sumatra with a psi reading hovering around 100 + descended, and to paraphrase T S Eliot from The Love Song of J Alfred Prufrock, “licked its evil tongue into all corners of the Green, and let fall on every bowler, the dirty brown soot that falls from chimneys”.

The “SPIDER” Winner

The Cowboy has it…or does he ?

Champions again : Billards & Snooker

Oi…Oi…what’s happening here…?

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his year, the 37th Annual Pot Games held on 27 September was hosted by The Tanglin Club and it certainly was a rousing one with many Sports Sections taking part. Closing at a draw in the President’s Golf Challenge Trophy, SCC retained the Cup. Despite a day of close calls, defending champions, SCC, went the distance to retain and win the Pot.

POT Games - Cricket

Results of the 37th Annual Pot Games Section Bowls

Lawn Bowls Trophy

Golf

Draw; SCC retains the cup

Tennis

SCC

Cricket

SCC

Balut Trophy

Darts Snooker

Tony Church Snooker Trophy

Squash BRIDGE

*Introduced in 2014 POT Games - Bridge

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The President’s Golf Challenge Trophy

Balut

CGCB’s victorious smile upon receiving the POT

Winner

SCC SCC SCC SCC TC

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Prem receiving the lawn bowls trophy

The gleeful Bowls team with CGCB

Vivian flubbing his shots at the SCC Squash court

Aiming and potting

The SCC Darts Team

Sunita upturning the balut cup and ready to reveal the dices

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Saptak Sautra

A strong turnout at the Padang

any gathered in the early light of dawn at the Padang on 12 October for the Bali Memorial Dawn Service. It was twelve years ago when bombs ravaged the ill-fortuned Paddy’s Bar in Kuta, Bali, taking the lives of many, including eight SCC rugby players who were on a rugby tour - Chris Kays, Tim Arnold, Neil Bowler, Chris Bradford, Dave Kent, Peter Record, Chris Redman, Charlie Van Renen.

Rugby Section Members Sam Sharpe, Saptak Sautra and Peter Mcfeely delivered some words in remembrance and honour of the men lost that day. The strong turnout at the Padang was commendable, especially when many who attended never knew the men who were killed. The display of solidarity and sporting spirit by our Members is a heartening affirmation of the Club’s values.

In attendance at the memorial were Members of the SCC Rugby Section, SCC Club Members from the various Sporting Sections, SCC General Committee, representatives from other rugby clubs in Singapore, as well as representatives from the British and Australian High Commissions. The stirring sounds of the bagpipes courtesy of the Gurkhas amplified the solemnity of the service that Sunday morning.

The Rugby Section would like to thank all Club staff for their organisation of the Bali Memorial Dawn Service.

Rishi Chandiok

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The Rugby Section later held their annual Captain’s Cocktails and glasses were raised throughout the day saluting the fine men.

At the Annual Captain’s Cocktails

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BALUT

Scribe: Steve Thompson | Convenor: John Lewis Taylor

Contest draws teams from all over

he 34th Chivas Regal-STC Annual International Balut Tournament kicks off on Friday 5 December, hosted by the Singapore Cricket Club. We expect an exciting competition, with participants from clubs throughout the region. In the Annual Pot Games with the Tanglin Club on SCC vs Tanglin Club at the Annual Pot Games Saturday 27 September, the SCC won in Balut by 12,333 points to 12,176.

DIARY DATES 5 to 6 December: 34th Chivas Regal-STC Annual International Balut Tournament, hosted by SCC NB. Dates may change, so please check with the Club.

SCC representatives in Kuching

Our visit to the inaugural Invitational Interclub Balut Competition at the Sarawak Club from Friday 22 August to Monday 25 August was marred by the sad news of the death of Club President Michael Grice, which reached us in the early hours on Sunday morning. Mike was a strong supporter of the Balut Section, and he will be missed. The SCC sent 18 players to Kuching. Although we missed out on team honours, which went to Singapore Eurasian Association on a total of 3,127 points, followed by Kinabalu Club on 3,123 points, we did well individually, with Rolv Stokkmo in first place with a total score of 833, and Soma Devi in third place with 829.

Soma receives her prize

Rolv receives his prize

We thank the Sarawak Club for its warm hospitality. Many SCC tourists extended their stay till Monday in order to explore Kuching. Team 1 won the final league match and the overall yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trophy for the second consecutive year with the same team as last year: John Taylor, Raj Kumar, Ben Cunico & Rolv Stokkmo.

Convenor John and Captain Raj

Rolv has a cunning plan

Bala and Renee with Rolv and Robin

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BILLIARDS & SNOOKER Scribe: Jason Tan | Convenor: Victor Yeong

Inter-port Game with RSC

ear Section Members, we are glad to share with you what we have done over the past month.

competing 4 singles and 3 doubles. SCC emerged winners after the fun and competitive games, well done to all the players!

The SCC in-house tournaments are on-going and we have just completed our Snooker handicap, where our veterans Mr. Manu Bhojwani and Mr. Tan Bak Choon met face to face in the Finals. It was an exciting and nail-biting match as Manu stretched Bak Choon to his fullest before Bak Choon emerged as the Champion. The Billiards 3-balls Open commences on 26 September 2014, and the current World Billiards Champion, Mr. Peter Gilchrist, will be participating too. Do make sure to find out the match schedules and come watch the World Champion in action!

Tony Church Snooker Trophy - Tanglin Pot (27 September) hosted by Tanglin Club, format 5 singles and 2 doubles. We played in the new Billiards room in Tanglin Club (TC). Our players were Peter Gilchrist, Victor Yeong, Matthew Lim, Sunil, Jason Tan, Jason Teo, Bak Choon, KC Chew and David Yim. We received a warm hospitality from our TC friends as always and with some luck (and the World Champion on our side), SCC won the Trophy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Congratulations to the team! We are glad that our billiards room is now slightly cooler with the temporary cooler units in place, however we are all looking forward to having our new air-conditioning system installed very soon so we can provide a more comfortable and conducive environment for all the players.

Peter Gilchrist in action

We held our Inter-port game with the Royal Selangor Club (RSC) on 6 September hosted by SCC. We are always looking forward to catching up with our old friends from Kuala Lumpur. We had overwhelming participation from RSC with 10 players 40

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POT Games with Tanglin Club

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BOWLS

Scribe: K U Menon | Convenor: Prem Anand

Bowlers gather for Battle at Tanglin Green

FIRST IN THE POT Queen: What sport shall we devise here in this garden, To drive away the heavy thought of care? First Lady: Madam, we’ll play at bowls. William Shakespeare (Richard II, Act III, Scene IV): Whilst August was a busy, frenetic month for the Bowls Section as we played host to one of the key events in the Bowls calendar - the 13th Annual Triangular Games with RBSC and KBGC, September offered our Members some respite. In the closing months of the year, there was finally much to “drive away the heavy thought of care” as our bowlers went on to secure a firm victory in the first game in the POT series played at the Tanglin Bowling Green on 7 Sept. Tanglin’s bowlers played exceedingly well but SCC triumphed in the last few ends, winning 4 rinks to 2.

And the Ladies show just how it is to be done

Our young bowlers, Shermeen, Ming Li and Melvin also did us proud soon after, coming in champions in the National Mixed Pairs played at the Kallang Green on 7 & 14 September. Shermeen played a big part in leading the team to the semi-final stage, before Ming Li took over from her, as she had to leave for personal reasons.

Tanglin’s Rodger Kimpton reads out the riot act !

Comm’on let’s see what you’re made of?

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BRIDGE

Scribe: Soma Devi | Convenor: Olivia Law Geok Lian

37th POT Games : SCC vs Tanglin Club

Past and Future Events

he Bridge Section is entering its third year since its founding in mid-2012. The Section has had our fair share of exciting events this past year, both within the Club as well as in conjunction with other associations. To commemorate our 49th National Day, the Section held a special event in the Gilmour Room where Members dressed in traditional red and white while feasting on a scrumptious buffet spread. A best-dressed contest was also held with Mr. Thomas Vettath and Mrs. Chitra Varaprasad clinching the top awards.

Bridge players concentrating on winning tricks

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The Club was represented by three teams at the Singapore Chinese Swimming Club in early September. We also participated in the Tanglin Club Pot Games for the first time since our inauguration. In early October, the Bridge Section also took part in the SRC Open-Teams tournament. The Section can look forward to a series of away games at our reciprocal clubs around the region in Kuala Lumpur, Perth and Hong Kong, to name a few. Talks are in progress. Back home, we will be celebrating the Hindu festival of lights (Diwali) with a traditional Indian buffet alongside a few casual Bridge games.

Anticipating the next move......

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CRICKET Scribe: Riaz Altaff Hussien Convenor: David Jones

CA Under-16 Tournament We started our tournament in grand fashion defeating Indian Association by 25 runs. We were sent in to bat against IA after losing the toss. We had a good start but lost our way in the middle and end overs, which only allowed us to reach a modest 125. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a reasonable and defendable score, because we knew our bowlers could back us up, and we were right. IA lost wickets early and never got going. Our next game was against ANZA who we sent in to bat. We wrapped them up for 100 runs in 30 overs, SCC under-16 team with Mrudul taking 3 wickets. To get the full 10 points we had to finish the game in 16.5 overs. We succeeded and won by 4 wickets. We had to play our next two games on the same day and we needed to win at least one to qualify for the finals as we were second only behind SCA.

The second game was a warm-up for the finals as we were facing the team we would be playing in the finals, SCA. We lost the toss and were sent in to field, with SCA managing a mammoth 219 for the loss of three wickets in 30 overs. It was always going to be tough to chase this total and we lost by 47 runs. Despite this, there were good batting performances from Shan with 64 and Paul, who made 38. Finals day had arrived, the day we had trained for and were looking forward to. We were sent in to field first after losing the toss. SCA this time managed a less imposing 179, mainly thanks to economical bowling by Paul and Rishab. Our innings started off poorly, losing both Ryan and Utkarsh within the first 5 overs. Shan and Brigu Iyer who both performed well throughout the tournament, were batting confidently and we were on course for victory as long as they remained. The match came down to the wire. Shan on strike, 3 to get of the last ball. We had our hearts in our mouths. Unfortunately, Shan couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t dig out a yorker after playing so well. We lost by 2 runs, a heartbreaking finale, but were still runners-up of the SCA Under 16 league. We came so far, thanks to coaching and assistance from Coach Riaz , Arun, Arit and Arooran. Shan, Brigu and Utkarsh got honorable mentions for consistent performances throughout, with Shan receiving the player of the tournament award.

Shan Pervaiz and Brigu Iyer

These two games were to be played at Kallang, a turf ground where many of the team had never played. Our first game was against MUCC who had previously lost all their games and were looking to reach the 3rd and 4th place final by defeating us. We batted first and scored 163 with good contributions from Paul Immanuel and Shan Pervaiz. In the 5th over of the MUCC innings, the rain gods started to play. When we came back into the field, their target was 100 in 17 overs. It seemed to be going their way with the target only another 80 in 12 overs, but good spells from Mrudul and Arrunava brought the game back and won it for us. We had reached the finals for the second time in 3 years.

SCC Tigers and SCC Cougars captains, Nick Power and Richard Stapley-Oh, before the last game of the season

A final tribute to the late President, Michael Grice, before our last game at the Padang this season.

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DARTS

Scribe: Shelia Nagiah Convenor: Mohietheen Fathima

arts Ladies Night The month of August was eventful for the Darts committee with two events; one was the Darts Ladies’ Night, and the second, a friendly Darts Game against the British High Commission. The Darts Exco Members organized the 2nd Intersection Darts Ladies’ Night Tournament this year. The event was indeed a success with a total number of 7 sections participating; Balut, Bridge, Darts, Netball, Squash, Tennis and our very own SCC staff members. The Squash Section ladies, having lost last year were determined to do a better job this year by submitting two teams (and being the only section to do so) appropriately named Squash Crashers and Squash Tarts. Despite the competitive spirit from each Section, the night was filled with fun and laughter. The night opened with a speech and toast from our Darts’ Convenor, Fathima. The Winners were: • 1st - Squash Crashers • 2nd - Darts Section • 3rd - Squash Tarts The Darts Committee would like to thank Mr Nigel Stearns in supporting this yearly event for the SCC staff participation. Special thanks go out to our sponsors, Glow International for their complimentary Facial Vouchers, Mr Rajan Menon for sponsoring the champagne and wine for the ladies. This event would not have been a success without the support of our Darts Men’s Captain Mr Philip Ng, Vice-captain Mr Jeroen Goldman and co-opted Member Mr Mohan Balagopal who held their own in a veritable sea of oestrogen.

The ladies having a good time at the Darts Ladies’ Night

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Aim & Toss

Precise aim

Darts Ladies’ Night - Group photo with CGCB

Friendly’s against British High Commission On 21 August evening, the SCC hosted 25 members of The British High Commission. We played 7 singles, 6 doubles, 4 mixed doubles. The game format was 501, best of 3 games, Fly start and Double Finish. Although a close fight (we are being polite, we were the clear winners), the SCC came through as the champions. However, the British High Commission staff were very gracious runner ups, offering to host the SCC in the future which we can hopefully look forward to. We had a great turn up from the SCC Darts Section Members. It was an event where everyone had great fun! Members can look forward to the Annual Darts Year End Party on 12 December.

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Friendly game against BHC

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GOLF

Scribe: Richard Loo / Peter Salt | Convenor: Richard Loo

ISCGT at Warren Golf Country Club

nnual General Meeting The Golf Section held their AGM on 3 October 2014. The Convenor and Treasurer presented their annual reports which were duly adopted by the Members.

Please note if you wish to be considered for selection, please submit your name to the Captain or to Ms Thipa Mogan, our SCC golfing executive.

Votes of thanks were recorded for Gerald Mah, who served part of the year as Treasurer and Kwek Chok Ming who retired as Secretary.

Padang Shield The Padang Shield will be played in the week before the 29th of November; details are yet to be provided by the host - Singapore Recreation Club (SRC).

RSC The Captain advised the Members that a proposed game with Royal Selangor Club (RSC) in late November has been postponed as RSC were unable to agree on a date to travel to Singapore.

CGC In December, we shall have our Annual Inter-Club game against Changi Golf Club scheduled for either Saturday 6th or Saturday 13th December.

Inter-Social Clubs Golf Tournament On Friday 7 November 2014, we will play in the 4th and final round of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s InterSocial Clubs Golf Tournament (ISCGT) at Keppel Golf Club. Our Captain will be selecting another 16 strong team across the 3 divisions. The event will be followed by ISCGT Final Dinner & Awards Presentation for the year 2014.

We thank you for all your valuable support and look forward a great year ahead.

Stay tuned for updates...

Golf Section Committee 2014/15 Elected on 3 October 2014, during AGM

Convenor Richard Loo Captain Peter Salt Treasurer Vincent Ho Secretary Phillip Gwee Committee Member Hugh Darwell Francis Ong

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HOCKEY

Scribe: Lorna Campbell | Convenor: K. Rajaram

United Emirates Hockey team all smiles with our men after their friendly match

‘Tis the season to be jolly (hockey sticks)!’

hristmas is just around the corner but thankfully in Singapore that doesn’t mean getting the thermals on to take to the pitch! The sun continues to shine and hockey action continues…. La Liga… The women are currently sitting at the top of this competitive, 9-a-side league after some tough matches in the afternoon sun at Delta. Competition ends on 29 November so here’s hoping there is a trophy coming our way… In the Men’s corner… The 4th XI are currently sitting in the top three of the league and the 5th XI are not far behind in mid-table. Good luck to both sides who are both aiming for top finishes over the coming weeks. The SCC head-to-head will certainly be one to go and watch!

The next generation… The Hockey SCChool is going down a storm! With a staggering 56 juniors in the programme, Kanan puts them through his paces every Saturday morning and they are busy preparing for the National Junior League, which just began last month (October). Friendly Fire… The United Emirates Hockey Club visited Singapore mid-August to play in the Balestier Lions International Hockey 5s and they played a friendly match against a mixed SCC men’s team during their visit. Following the match, wonderful SCC hospitality was bestowed upon them in the Gilmour Room. Food, drinks, speeches, pleasantries and plaques were exchanged as tokens of appreciation. Black and Gold… 15th November marks the annual Hockey Section Dinner with the all-important AGM to begin proceedings. We say a big goodbye and thank you to the old committee and hello and good luck to the newbies! Without you, we wouldn’t be such a great section! Going with the Club colours theme of ‘Black and Gold’ you can be sure of some fancy frocks and lots of frolicking! Check out the photos and winners in the next issue of the Padang! One night in Bangkok… The annual outing to Bangkok takes place from the 5th-7th December. One men’s and one women’s team will celebrate the Kings Birthday with some fast and furious action on and off the pitches at the Royal Bangkok Sports Club. And finally, some wise words from Coach Kanan…. “Although I always like SCC to win, I like to think there has to be a certain class in the way we do so. I look forward to many classy wins in the months ahead.” Enough said!

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NETBALL

sporting tournaments taking over our courts. But look out for the ladies back in action at the SCC netball courts! Bali Tour October has also seen our Netball ladies on tour to Bali, seemingly our favourite touring location! And we hope that by the time this is out, the trophy will be back at the SCC and the team would have had a blast during the tournament.

Scribe: Sadaf Salim Convenor: Kerry Jane Brown

Netball Intersection & JSM Carnival It is also time for the yearly edition of the Netball Intersection and JSM carnival. The inaugural JSM carnival was a roaring success last year and the Section is looking to replicate the success of this again this year and continue building the interest of JSMs to join the team. We are also busy planning for intersection and are looking forward to all other Sections showing their support for a day of laughs and re-visiting rivalries (watch out Cricket Section….) Social Activities As we head towards Christmas, the Section has a packed social calendar in the next few months, starting with our captain cocktails to celebrate and give recognition to the ladies, Anna and Katy, taking charge of our netball ‘careers’. The Annual Netball Christmas party is also on the cards as is a team bbq to get us going for the upcoming netball season.

Nan, our JSM Liaison

t’s been a quiet couple of months for the Netball Section as we took a bit of well-deserved downtime after back-to-back competitions and activities this year. The summer break has definitely allowed our batteries a re-charge as we hit the courts once again with trainings leading up to our year-end league.

And while we party the last 2 months of the year away, we will be missing our dear JSM liaison, Nan, who has left us, temporarily though, to pursue her education in the UK. We are already missing the firecracker who displayed true passion in all that she has done for the Section; growing the JSM intake, organizing umpires, volunteering for any social event and just being there, on and off the court, injured or not. We look forward to your return Nan! And on that note, if you are interested in any of our netballing activities, competitive or social, male or female, we always have a place for you. Drop us a note at sccnetball@gmail.com for more information!

Bedok Kings Mini Tournament During the summer break, the Netball team participated in a mini tournament organized 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 is due for a well-deserved celebration soon! Definitely a good way to start off the new netball season. And while action on the court has been quiet, the newly elected committee has been busy planning a whole host of activities on and off the court so the Netball ladies will be back in full force as we head towards the end of the year! Year-End League We have got our year-end league starting and as we work our way towards this, training is now taking centre stage with friendly matches sprinkled in to get the ladies back to form after the break. Trainings have been predominantly outside the Club lately with the many social events and international

SCC Netball Team

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RUGBY Scribe: Sam Sharpe Convenor: Marc Lansonneur

The SCC and HKFC Teams following the Annual Bali Memorial Match

Lots and lots of rugby in September!

t is saying something about the strength of the Rugby Section when it can field over 90 players to play rugby in one weekend in two countries.

65 tourists went up to Hong Kong to play against Hong Kong Football Club (HKFC) on Saturday 13 September 2014. The SCC Growlers, Nomads and of course Prems were all out in force at the Club’s legendary stadium that Saturday afternoon. At 2.30pm the Growlers kicked off against the HKFC Old Contemptibles in the 30 degree heat and 98% humidity, not the most pleasant of environments, but the grizzled veterans took it in their stride. At stake was the Mars Bar Bowl. The Growlers’ legendary pack totally dominated the scrums with the tight play and pounded the Contemptibles’ defensive line. Fantastic play from Captain Dave Griffiths and the pack had Growlers leading by half time (5:10), until the big man was finally stopped by a blow to the head. This didn’t stop the Growlers juggernaut and the game was never really in doubt: HKFC 12 - Growlers 22. The Nomads unfortunately did not fare as well against a very fit and drilled HKFC Dragons side, augmented by the ex-SCC talent Hairul Naim. A brave effort by the lads skipped by Jonty Kay, with some great play by the pack (Lewis, Rishi, Brian Varley among others) and backed up by backs Mark Ngo and Tim Brown but couldn’t quite break the Dragons’ Line. The Prems were last on. A mixed side, missing 8 of our starting line up with a healthy dose of Tankards 48

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supporting (including yours truly), faced up against perhaps one of the best teams in Asia. The Prems, captained by Chris Harkins, started well. Kick off saw Ben Turner masterfully place the ball deep into Club’s 22, followed by a black and gold Tsunami piling into Club’s forward pack. The HKFC second row who caught the ball was levelled by new SCC flanker Luke MacBride and SCC regained possession. Phase play off 9 saw the HKFC pushed within 5 yards of their own try line, with the SCC forwards punching repeatedly into HKFC’s defence. But again, no gap in the defence could be found. The SCC didn’t give up, but with the match finishing HKFC 36 – SCC 3 (thanks to Ollie Rey), there’s a lot of room to improve next year. Meanwhile, back in Singapore, another Nomads team met Mitsubishi Corporation’s touring rugby team at Dempsey. With Ben Edwards captaining the side and Jon Leow as manager. It was a hard fought game with 40 of them, all in good shape, definitely younger and fitter were always going to be hard to stop. Many thanks to Mitsubishi for giving us an entire front row. The game was played in excellent spirits. We were 3 tries to 2 down with 20 minutes to play and it was only through some good work from the SCC forwards that it didn’t turn into a whitewash. We eventually went down 5 tries to 2. Some rampaging play from Big Ben Edwards as skipper, Valu punching holes out wide, as well as the new faces in the form of California Tyler, Aussie Josh and a great scything try by the visiting insurance salesman Dale in the centres.

The SCC Nomads and The Mitsubishi Corporation’s Touring XV after a celebrating rugby at Dempsey field

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SOCCER Scribe & Convenor: Scott Starr

A Sad Time…..

n the very sad news of the recent passing of a true gentleman of SCC “Mr Michael Grice”, I thought it would be a nice gesture for us to remember him through the eyes of former Soccer Section team mates and friends…..

SCC Ex-Internationals 1991 - Michael standing, fourth from the left

“A gentleman with no airs, he was a volunteer extraordinaire, spending countless hours at SCC, having his hand in every major sporting activity, from football, rugby, hockey, cricket and netball to tennis, squash and lawn bowls. He rose from the Club grassroots to become the newly-elected SCC President… RIP Michael Grice… friend and member of Soul of Singapore…” “I played alongside Mike for years, played against him in Interport Games when he was living in Malaysia and Indonesia! A true Sportsman through and through…RIP Mike …” “A true gentleman, an original true PAD and a great supporter of the PADS and the Soccer Section. He always had the time to share a drink, to see how we had fared on a Friday or any other time and I am so glad that we all made the effort to vote for him and show our respect and support as he so freely gave others…”

“Like many of the guys in the Section, I knew Mike for over 20 years. He, like many long-standing stalwarts of the SCC, is part of the fabric of this Club. We never really appreciate what Mike and his peers bring to the Club, unfortunately, until it’s all too late. I will always remember those dulcet tones echoing across the Padang during the 7’s and other International Tournaments. In fact, he was the voice of the Padang - that will always remain with me and many others…All that remains is for us to celebrate a life well lived” “Mike was one of the first people I met at the Club over 20 years ago. His character never changed. A decent bloke always up for a chat or a beer or more likely, both. I played PADS

An old photo of the SCC Soccer Team - Michael at the front row, first from the left

with him in the mid-90s just before he hung up his boots. He had affection for all sports but cricket, soccer & rugby were all grateful for his unwavering support. He - along with Phil Cunningham - provided an educated & erudite commentary on countless sporting occasions at the Padang over the years. He was devoted to the Club & was a perfect ambassador in his role as he leaves many, many friends behind & the Club has lost a great servant… RIP Mike” “He and I have come a long way. He joined SCC in early 1970. I joined the Club and the Soccer Section early 1971. We both played 1st XI. He later went to his company in Jakarta, but he came back to Singapore after a few years. He and I then played for SCC Soccer Section and also in the Police Cup during the Rugby Season (Mike: front row 1st from left - and in 1991 for the SCC International Soccer 7s (Mike: back row fourth from the left) that was a long time ago. Mike and I were very close. We played soccer together; later on we consulted each other on almost anything, particularly Club matters. I enjoyed being around him. I felt very comfortable in his presence” “We lost a very good friend - RIP, Mike!” Personally I am saddened by Mike’s sudden passing as we all are, he was a true gentleman and friend to us all.

Michael with the SCC Firsts at the 6th SCC International Soccer 6s Tournament this year

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SQUASH

Scribe: Andrea Nicholas / Anna Trybocka Convenor: Andrea Nicholas

ocial Squash – August to October As the main competitions of the Singapore Squash Season draw to a close, we enter a period of more social squash dominated by Cosmo, and matches between other clubs. This year’s results: Orange Bowl vs Hollandse This was a large afternoon of squash with 20 players. Despite our comeback attempt in the late afternoon it was not enough and we eventually slumped to a 13-7 defeat. Many thanks to the Hollandse Club for a most enjoyable evening following a long afternoon of squash. Ashes vs British Club We were the hosts for this annual event which has been running for the last 12 years. We won 9-2 managing to regain the trophy for the SCC!

DIARY DATES 8-9 November: Club Championships 15-16 November: Club Championships 5-7 December: Junior Club Championships CALLING ALL SCC SQUASH JUNIOR SPORTS MEMBERS This year’s SCC Junior Club Championships will be held over the weekend of 6 December. Entries must be in by Friday, 28 November, and first match times will be emailed by Monday, 1 December. Registration at http://sccjuniors2014.weebly.com/register Tournament Contact: Bill Hatch +65 9829 1793 or email bill.hatch@gmail.com SCC JUNIOR SPORTS MEMBER CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS Dates: 5-6 December 2014 Divisions: Boys Open and Girls Open Venue: All matches to be played at Singapore Cricket Club Games best of 5 sets to 11 points Bangkok Tour 25-26 July It’s been many years since we had officially toured to Bangkok. This was the year to re-establish contact and we assembled a team of 14 men & women, including 4 juniors. The first match on Friday night was against the Bangkok British Club. The single lady player was grabbed by me (Andrea) and the other 3 ladies had to make do with men. The player of the night was David Palmer who played and won an entertaining 5-setter. We won that friendly 7 matches to 5 and the games were followed by dinner.

The Ashes

Americas Cup vs The American Club The first ever match was very evenly matched and the score was 5-5 with two rubbers to go. Unfortunately, we lost the two matches producing an overall defeat 7-5. It was a fun afternoon and a very social evening at Stumps which culminated in one of The American Club demonstrating the Haka!

The American Club Match

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The Saturday match was against RBSC in their magnificent Club House complete with an 18-hole golf course and race track! The matches were quite close, with our 4 ladies having to play men. Final scores were 6 matches to 5 in SCC’s favour. RBSC were excellent hosts and it was an enjoyable afternoon of squash. When we left RBSC the night was still young, so off we went to sample the Bangkok nightlife.

Bangkok Tour

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TENNIS

Scribe & Convenor: Fiona Pilling

Feeling Hot, hot, hot: POT Games 2014

OT Games 2014 The Annual Pot Games were hosted at The Tanglin Club on Saturday, 27 September with the tennis matches starting at 2pm.

As usual this challenge was eagerly anticipated. Each club fielded 9 pairs with our Captains, Nilma and Soenke recruiting a strong team to contest in the U-21 Men’s doubles, Open Men’s & Ladies’ doubles, Open mixed Doubles, Ladies’ & Men’s over 40 and over 50 doubles and lastly a mixed pair with a combined age of more than 88 years. We were very grateful for the use of the two indoor courts at Tanglin Club as the outside temperature was hitting 36°C. The men braved the outdoor courts in the heat of the day and played

So all in all, SCC won the challenge 7 matches to 2. Thank you to our supporters who helped to cheer on the team and of course our wonderful hosts from the Tanglin Club Tennis Section. We look forward to hosting next year. Thank you to our SCC players who did us proud - Soenke, Neil, Arturo, Esben, Amit, Gilbert, Kevin, Wei Yao, Rafiq, Teck Guan, Joanna, Yamini, Alice, Sophie, Maddie, Kirsty and Melissa. 2014 Interclub Doubles League (Sept – Oct) Once again the final interclub tournament of the 2014 season took place, and the SCC fielded teams in the Ladies’ A, Men’s A, B and C categories. At publishing time, most of the matches in the preliminary rounds are still underway. The Men’s C team and the Ladies’ A team have been recording a good win-loss ratio, but the Men’s A and B teams are having a challenging time as they take on stronger teams. As they say, the ball is round, so stay tuned for the final results in the next magazine issue. You might see our teams slogging it out on court while you’re having lunch at the club. Give them a loud cheer and maybe you might witness a few aces or spectacular volleys in return!

A few POT game participants & guardians of the wine bar (L to R): Amit, Maddie, Neil, Fiona, Soenke, Nilma, Arturo

some scorching tennis. We were successful in all matches except the Mens over 50 doubles that battled hard but did find the temperatures overwhelming in the end. The Ladies were more fortunate to have the shade indoors and played some outstanding tennis. We won all matches except the Ladies Open Doubles who were very unlucky to lose in a tie breaker 9-8.

Two of SCC’s girls battle it out indoors

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Player Spotlight:

Soenke Langhoff

ou might have seen a tall, muscular and blonde player on court with a bandana tied across his forehead like a sushi chef. That, my friends, is Soenke Langhoff – Captain of the Men’s A team. A native of Bad Neuenahr, near Bonn, Soenke has spent the last 10 years in Singapore. Dodging his powerful serves, we managed to squeeze in an interview with him off court.

teams and players always doubted how an “Ang Moh” could play for the Singapore Police Team. Before joining SCC, Neil Barrable who is also an SCC Tennis Member was my Tennis Doubles Partner for many tournaments. He told me how much fun it is to play tennis for SCC. So, here I am. It has been a great decision to join. 3. What is your most memorable match so far? Where do I start? In over 25 years of playing tennis, there has been many highlights. Some fun and some not so much, especially at the younger age e.g. me screaming at my mom as she was commenting on all my mistakes. She meant well by the way. She didn’t speak a lot, but in these tight match situations you can hear every little sound. A more exciting one I recall, was once being down 0:5 and 0:5, and still managed to win both sets. Also, I once returned the opponents serve with an overhead shot. We played on a clay court; his second serve bounced so high, that I just went to squat and hit an over-head winner. The most memorable was a bit towards the end of my “younger career days”. Unexpected, I made it to the finals of the Men Singles Rhineland Indoor Championship (M30). My girlfriend Anja (now wife) attended my match unexpectedly for the first time. I lost the finals, but won her. Probably her attendance made me nervous :). 4. To you, is tennis an art or a science? Tennis for me is an Art. Forehand, backhand, volley shot making is about drawing circles in the sky. The best picture wins.

Do not disturb…work in progress!

1. How did you get that powerful serve of yours? Is it your built, the hours practicing in the sun, or Oktoberfest-related? During my younger days, I had a very good coach from Croatia who had a powerful serve himself although he wasn’t very tall. So it’s about the technique. In addition, it is training, training and again training. During our yearly pre-season tour, we held our training camps in Croatia. Every morning at 7am, I got up as one of the first and only player and practiced my serve while others were still sleeping. So, I was able to sharpen my serving skills over the years. 2. When did you join the SCC? And what made you join the SCC? I joined SCC on 1 March 2013. For six years, I was a Member of Singapore Police Association Tennis Club. This created lots of funny stories and situations, because competing 52

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5. Which player do you draw inspiration from? Roger Federer. His shot making repertoire is amazing and unique. He is agile and inventive in his shot selection and has the right shot for the right situation. He always has his poker face on and hardly sweats. How does he do it? Of course he is also getting older, but it is still fun to watch him when he wins. There have been a number of great players over time like Pistol Pete and Boom Boom Becker, but Fedex has it all. 6. If I weren’t playing tennis as a sport, I would .... be a pro kite surfer. 7. Tell me a bit about your tennis history? I started when I was about 11 years old. Opposite our house, we had a facility with 2 indoor tennis courts and my family became good friends with the Czech couple who was running the tennis center. Just the historic events around this Czech family who had to flee from their country would fill pages of stories. In addition, 14 clay courts were just within 5 minutes walk away from our house. So, when my parents built our house in this area, we all started with tennis. From then on, I literally spent a big amount of my free time on the tennis court.