OASIS•Jan-Mar 2018Final

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message from the club captain / club info

Message From The

Club Captain

“2018 will see the Club Happy New Year, everyone! Hope 2018 will be It brings me such joy to see KPGCC reeling in
celebrating its 20th another spectacular year in every regard for us all. more and more awards and accolades each year,
anniversary, a great and I must say these are truly well-deserved. The
milestone that all of As we welcome yet another new year, it’s Club’s relentless efforts in maintaining its status
us are eagerly looking timely to reflect on an eventful 2017 for the as a top-notch club is truly commendable. Being
forward to.” Club. Significant events that stand out include the awarded the Best Course in Malaysia award for
prestigious Club Championship which always gets three consecutive years by the World Golf Awards
better year on year, not only in terms of players’ certainly elevates the Club’s prestige, pinning its
performances on course but also the name onto the international golf map.
management team’s efforts in celebrating the
champions. Meanwhile during the 2017 Asian Golf
Awards, KPGCC bagged the first runner-up spot in
Our annual Club Championships have always the ‘Best Course in Malaysia’ category again as we
proved thrilling to be battles on course that did last year (and the year before). And at last
conclude with grand and stylish prize-giving year’s Malaysian Golf Awards, KPGCC won the
celebrations, and 2017’s edition was no different. ‘Best Maintained Golf Course in Malaysia’ award
Keep up the great work, Team KPGCC. A huge for the sixth time! And there’s more – we also
‘Congratulations’ goes out to the champions of bagged a few awards at the 2017 ParGolf
2017 – Men’s champ Jimmy Chia Kee Joo, Senior People’s Choice Awards including Best Overall
champ Zakaria Mohammad and Ladies champ Golf Experience (Top 3), Best Maintained Golf
Dato' Azlina Abdul Aziz. Course (Top 3) and Best Greens (Top 3). Well
done, KPGCC!
The major ongoing golf wing renovations is
testament to the Club’s commitment of striving 2018 will see the Club celebrating its 20th
to provide its members with the best. I’m sure all anniversary, a great milestone that all of us are
of us are anxiously looking forward to the eagerly looking forward to. We have indeed come
unveiling of the new and improved golf wing a long way, and I can’t wait for the celebrations to
facilities. begin.

The driving range has gone through a recent In closing, let me remind everyone to keep
face-lift with Golf Partner/Transview coming on working together to ensure we remain on top.
board in the last quarter of 2017. These Have a blessed year ahead!
improvements certainly boost the reputation of
KPGCC as one of the leading premier clubs in the Ybhg. Dato' Setia Hj. Mohd Adzib
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message from the DIRECTOr / club info

Message From The

Director

2017 has been yet another eventful year for KPGCC constantly in excellent condition, while setting new and “The year that was
indeed … and we are confident of making 2018 even recognisable standards each year. saw a host of awards
more awesome! and achievements for
Speaking about standards, last November witnessed
The year that was saw a host of awards and KPGCC playing host to the prestigious 2017 World KPGCC both on the
achievements for KPGCC both on the local and Amateur Golfers Championship (WAGC) World Final local and international
international stages, highlighted by our successful which saw participants from 35 countries battling it out
defence of the Best Malaysian Golf Course title at the for top honours. The feedback received was extremely stages, highlighted
World Golf Awards (WGA) in Spain last November. This positive with all the participants enjoying the golf course by our successful
was the third time that KPGCC has bagged the tremendously. Many expressed their admiration of the defence of the
prestigious award since the WGA was inaugurated in layout and conditions, especially our legendary green
2014. Such recognitions and awards are a reflection of speeds! Best Malaysian Golf
the amazing team spirit and single-minded dedication of Course title at the
the KPGCC management team, as well as the strong We would like to welcome the new Liaison, Golf and World Golf Awards
support accorded to them by our wonderful and closely- Social Committee members, while expressing our
knit members. utmost gratitude to the outgoing committee members ( WGA) in Spain last
for their contributions and support. I hope the new November”.
Rest assured that the management will continue committees will play an equally vital role working
pushing forward in getting all the recognition that KPGCC alongside the club management in taking KPGCC to
deserves, while striving to place the Club on the global greater heights.
golfing map as THE place to play to experience world-
class golf in Malaysia. 2018 is going to be a milestone year for the Club
indeed as we mark our 20th anniversary this year.
In elevating the Club’s status to the next level, Exciting celebrations are in store to make it a memorable
efforts are also centred on improving the Club’s facilities occasion befitting the two-decade milestone.
and services. One of these efforts is the total facelift of
the Golf Wing, which is expected to be completed All in all, we are set for a thrilling 2018 with all
sometime in the second quarter of 2018. Indeed, the these advancements and festivities on the cards. But it’s
new Golf Wing will be truly spectacular and we are not all about celebrations and milestones – KPGCC will
already making plans for a suitably grand opening also be building on our annual Corporate Social
ceremony. Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, which are very significant
and precious to us. Our appreciation goes out to
There are other initiatives in the pipeline on the everyone who has contributed in one way or another
technological front, in line with the Club’s mission to over the years … thank you so much for your kind
boost our presence in the digital world. These will be generosity and ceaseless support!
revealed as and when they are ready to go ‘live’, so stay
tuned! Before I sign off, a very Happy New Year to everyone
and Gong Xi Fa Chai – here’s to 2018 being a fantastic
More improvements are afoot for KPGCC’s jewel in year for all of us!
the crown, i.e. our beloved Golf Course. These continuous
enhancements are crucial in ensuring that the course is Tang Meng Loon

MANAGEMENT TEAM head of golf GOLF COMMITTEE SPORTS, SOCIAL &
DIRECTOR En. Hairry Agus
Mr. Tang Meng Loon HEAD OF SPORTS & RECREATION Chairman RECREATION COMMITTEE
ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER En. Ismail Ibrahim
Ms. Sheren Yong HEAD OF MAINTENANCE Mr. Ng Say Hoe Chairman
HEAD OF ACCOUNTS En. Fitri Aziz Abdul Halim
Ms. Lee Ai Ling Deputy & Disciplinary Mr. Lim Ming Lee
HEAD OF GOLF COURSE LIAISON COMMITTEE
Mr. Lee Chee Keen Chairman Committee Chairman Deputy Chairman
HEAD OF MARKETING & Mr. Tung Beng Lee
COMMUNICATIONS Deputy Chairman En. Imran Gulcharan Abdullah Mr. Charles Ong Theng Chiang
Ms. Vivien Gnananantham En. Ali Bakri Borhah
HEAD OF HR & ADMIN Secretary Handicap Sub-Committee Committee Members
Ms. Jasmine Young Mr. James Christopher Martin
HEAD OF OPERATIONS Liaison Committee – Golf Chairman Mr. Ching Hong Seng
En. Ungku Ghazni Mr. Chan Heng Voen
Liaison Committee – Social Mr. Gilbert Low Kam Wong Mr. George Pua Siong Hui
Mr. Edward Kam Kar Kit
Ladies Captain Mr. Helsinki Lim San Sui

Ms. Deborah Wong Mr. Desmond Lim Yee Han

Committee Members Ms. Jueanne Tan Voon Kien

Mr. Palsamy Mayalaga EDITORIAL COMMITTEE
En. Johanuddin Othman Mr. Tang Meng Loon
Mr. Frankie Choo Ms. Sheren Yong
Mr. Ng Oon Keat Ms. Vivien Gnananantham

Mr. John Chew

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World Golf Awards

Tremendous Honour

Gamuda Berhad Executive Director Dato' Goon with Director Tang (2nd and 3rd from left respectively)

KPGCC retained the Malaysia’s Best Golf Shan-Shui Golf & Country Club, Staffield “It is truly an honour and a privilege “
Course award during the 2017 World Golf Country Resort (Western & Southern Nines), to be able to stand tall once again
Awards gala, held at La Manga Club in Spain Sungai Long Golf & Country Club, Templer
on November 25. Park Country Club, The Els Club Teluk Datai, on the celebrated World Golf Awards
The Legends Golf & Country Resort (Jack stage and accept the award for
Our Ross Watson-designed course Nicklaus Course), The Mines Resort & Golf
received the most votes among the 21 Club, Tiara Melaka Golf & Country Club Malaysia’s Best Golf Course for the
Malaysian nominees to claim its third (Lake & Meadow Nines) and both TPC Kuala second year running. Indeed, such
success since the World Golf Awards was Lumpur courses (East Course and West
inaugurated in 2014. Online voting for this Course). recognition is only conceivable
year’s awards ran from March 14 to October through the priceless effort put in
1, 2017. World Golf Awards managing director by my team, the invaluable support
Chris Frost said: “It has been an honour to
“It is truly an honour and a privilege to recognise so many world-class we have received from our club
be able to stand tall once again on the organisations here this evening and I offer members, business partners, families
celebrated World Golf Awards stage and my sincere congratulations to all our
accept the award for Malaysia’s Best Golf winners.” and friends, and the strong drive
Course for the second year running. Indeed, produced through friendly rivalry
such recognition is only conceivable Award attendees watching a video on KPGCC with our competitors in the hopes
through the priceless effort put in by my
team, the invaluable support we have of coming out tops.
received from our club members, business
partners, families and friends, and the
strong drive produced through friendly
rivalry with our competitors in the hopes of
coming out tops,” said Tang Meng Loon,
Gamuda Land’s Director of Club Operations
& Townships.

The other nominees were Cinta Sayang
Golf Resort, Clearwater Sanctuary Golf
Resort, Dalit Bay Golf & Country Club,
Damai Laut Golf & Country Club, Glenmarie
Golf & Country Club (Valley Course),
Horizon Hills Golf & Country Club, Impian
Golf & Country Club, Palm Garden Golf Club,
Royal Selangor Golf Club (Old Course),
Saujana Golf & Country Club (Palm Course),

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asian Golf Awards

In Recognition Of Excellence

KPGCC and its sister club Horizon Hills Golf
& Country Club (HHGCC) reeled in more
awards at this year’s Asian Golf Awards.

At the awards’ 18th edition staged in
Danang, Vietnam on November 16, KPGCC
bagged the 1st runner-up spot in the ‘Best
Course in Malaysia’ category, while HHGCC
emerged as 2nd runner-up in the same
category.

Well done, KPGCC and HHGCC! Let’s
keep our flags flying high!

List of Awards Won

Kota Permai Golf & Country Club
– 1st Runner-Up, Best Course In
Malaysia
Horizon Hills Golf & Country Club
– 2nd Runner-Up, Best Course In
Malaysia
Ong Seng Kiat (Club Manager, HHGCC)
– Asia Pacific Golf Personality
Of The Year
Kamisah Sukran (HHGCC)
– 1st Runner-Up, Best F&B Manager
Of The Year
Nick Loh (HHGCC)
– 2nd Runner-Up, Best Marcomm
Manager Of The Year
Mohd Yusri Mat Isa (HHGCC)
– 2nd Runner-Up, Best Golf Manager
Of The Year
Evelyn Wong (HHGCC)
– 2nd Runner-Up, Best HR Manager
Of The Year

Well done, KPGCC & HHGCC!

(L-R) Director Tang, Asia Pacific Golf Group President (L-R) HHGCC CM Ong Seng Kiat, Asia Pacific Golf Group President
Angela Raymond and Asst GM Sheren Yong Angela Raymond and Director Tang

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agm 2018

20th Members’ Annual General Meeting

The AGM was administered by a panel of representatives (L-R): From the management Ungku Ghazni (Operations Manager) and
Sheren Yong (Assistant General Manager), plus trustees Hafizul Hassan and Anderson Ng

Held on the morning of January 6, 2018 several members of both the Club’s golf
(Saturday) at the Permai Ballroom, the 20th and social committees.
Members’ Annual General Meeting (AGM)
saw a total of 67 members in attendance, The primary agenda of the AGM was the
administered by a panel of representatives election of the 2018 Liaison Committee,
from the management, namely Sheren Yong which was followed by an open-floor
(Assistant General Manager) and Ungku dialogue session where members voiced
Ghazni (Operations Manager), along with their feedback and suggestions to the
trustees Hafizul Hassan (who chaired the management.
meeting) and Anderson Ng.
The meeting concluded at around 12
Also present at the meeting were noon, with all attendees treated to some
KPGCC’s Heads of Departments, plus delectable buffet lunch and lovely
refreshments.

Re-elected Chairman of the 2018 Liaison Committee,
Tung Beng Lee

Members at registration
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agm 2018 / 2018 liaison committee

Open-floor dialogue session Delectable buffet lunch

Welcome
On Board,
2018
Liaison
Committee

KPGCC would like to congratulate and (L-R) Chan Heng Voen, Ali Bakri Borhah, Tung Beng Lee, James Christopher Martin and Edward Kam Kar Kit
welcome the 2018 Liaison Committee
members.

The management sincerely thanks
the outgoing Liaison Committee
members for the services rendered
throughout their tenure.

We look forward to working with
the newly elected members. Once
again, welcome on board!

Chairman Tung Beng Lee T 012-343 6043 E [email protected]
E [email protected]
Deputy Chairman Ali Bakri Borhah T 019-388 3236 E [email protected]
E [email protected]
Secretary James Christopher Martin (New) T 012-396 7699 E [email protected]

Golf Chan Heng Voen (New) T 012-370 7654

Social Edward Kam Kar Kit T 012-283 3914

Note:
• Tung Beng Lee, Ali Bakri Borhah and Edward Kam Kar Kit have been re-elected and will continue to serve in their respective positions.
• James Christopher Martin and Chan Heng Voen are newly elected committee members.
• The election was done through balloting by attending principal members.
• All in all there were 12 nominees this year, which is a new record.

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message from the liaison committee chairman / 2018 golf & social committees

Message A very Happy New Year to all members! I hope We are truly blessed that KPGCC’s
from the 2018 will be a great one for all of us. management is always receptive to feedback
liaison given and supportive of all members, and we will
committee I would like to thank everyone who took the continue working closely with the management in
Chairman time to make it for the 20th Members’ Annual maintaining the Club’s premier status.
General Meeting and to those who voted for me
as the 2018 Liaison Committee Chairman. Speaking of status, the new Golf Wing’s
renovation is almost nearing completion and we
I would also like to record my deepest are excitedly looking forward to what’s in store
appreciation to the 2017 Liaison Committee as for us.
well as to the new committee – let’s do our very
best in the roles that we have been appointed for. I must say that the transition through the
renovation period has been very smooth and the
Indeed, it’s a huge honour for me to defend temporary amenities provided are commendable.
the position for the second year running and I
hope to be able to contribute as much as I can There have also been improvements made at
again this year. our F&B outlets and we are anticipating more
varieties of dishes to cater to KPGCC’s diverse
It is a proud privilege to be able to serve as taste buds.
the voice of KPGCC’s members in relaying their
feedback and suggestions and to be able to work Wishing everyone a wonderful and prosperous
closely with the Club’s management to further Chinese New Year!
improve members’ experience at Malaysia’s
leading golf establishment. Tung Beng Lee

2018 GOLF Committee

DGoislcfiCpolimnamryitCteoemCmhiatitremeaMne&m b er Ng Say Hoe T 016-226 3193 E [email protected]

Golf Committee Deputy Chairman & Imran Gulcharan Abdullah T 016-332 5445 E [email protected]
Disciplinary Committee Chairman

Golf Committee Member & Gilbert Low Kam Wong T 016-221 5505 E [email protected]
Handicapping Chairman

Golf Committee Member & Deborah Wong T 012-307 2238 E [email protected]
Ladies Captain

Golf Committee Member Palsamy Mayalaga T 012-330 5248 E [email protected]

Golf Committee Member Frankie Choo T 012-332 2638 E [email protected]

Golf Committee Member Johanuddin Othman T 012-201 6300 E [email protected]

Golf Committee Member Ng Oon Keat T 012-308 9117 E [email protected]

2018 SOCIAL Committee

Social Committee Chairman & Lim Ming Lee T 019-312 3155 E [email protected]
Member Of Disciplinary Committee

Social Committee Deputy Chairman Charles Ong Theng Chiang T 012-222 8220 E [email protected]

Social Committee Member – Squash Ching Hong Seng T 012-235 5712 E [email protected]

Social Committee Member – Tennis Jueanne Tan Voon Kien T 012-316 9002 E [email protected]

Social Committee Member – Swimming George Pua Siong Hui T 016-998 8028 E [email protected]

Social Committee Member – Badminton Helsinki Lim San Sui T 012-330 6945 E [email protected]
Social Committee Member – Gym Desmond Lim Yee Han T 012-332 0312 E [email protected]

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permai classic

A Day of Thrilling Fun and
Joyful Camaraderie

Avid KPGCC golfers came together early on the morning of
December 10 for the Permai Classic, all eager to show off their
golfing aptitude on the Club’s picturesque course. Played based on
the Strokeplay format, the annual tournament got off to a brilliant
start in lovely sunny conditions. The day witnessed some impressive
fairway skills with each and every golfer giving their best
performance.

At the end of play, Tan Lee Chu was ultimately crowned the
Permai Classic champion, with a score of 66. The A Medal was won
by Tan Vi Kung who scored 68, while Ngo Hea Chee and Tan Hee
Keat topped the B and C Medals with scores of 70 and 68,
respectively. Meanwhile, over in the Ladies category, Fong Poh Choo
edged her competitors for top spot with a score of 70.

Permai Classic 2017 champion Tan Lee Chu (L) with Director Tang

PERMAI CLASSIC CHAMPION

Name Hcp Score

Tan Lee Chu 26 66

BEST GROSS

Category Name Hcp Score Best Gross A Medal winner Best Gross Ladies Cecilia Tang (R)
Jimmy Chia (R)
A Medal Jimmy Chia 0 75

B Medal Dato Suresh Kumar 14 86

C Medal Syed Khaidzir Al Attas 20 92

Ladies Cecilia Tang Poh Choo 23 97

A Medal

Placing Name Hcp Score

Winner Tan Vi Kung 5 68

2nd Wong Hong Thai 12 69

3rd Wang Chau Lung 9 70 ocb

A Medal winner Tan Vi Kung (L) B Medal winner Ngo Hea Chee (L)

B Medal

Placing Name Hcp Score

Winner Ngo Hea Chee 16 70

2nd Cheong Pak Fatt 17 73

3rd Loy Fook Foo 18 74

C Medal

Placing Name Hcp Score

Winner Tan Hee Keat 22 68

2nd Ahmad Anan Aminuddin 20 70

3rd Soo Sa Tiong 19 71 C Medal winner Tan Hee Keat (R) Ladies Medal winner Fong Poh Choo (R)

Ladies

Placing Name Hcp Score

Winner Fong Poh Choo 17 70

2nd Judy Kong Keng Joo 11 72

3rd Hannah Azuree 22 74

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message from the golf committee chairman / CNY Acrobatic Lion Dance performance

Message First, let me start by wishing all KPGCCians a condition. If you’re a smoker, kindly restrict
from the Happy and Prosperous New Year! May 2018 smoking to the clubhouse where ashtrays can
golf bless us all with an abundance of all the things be found.
committee that bring us happiness and contentment, and
Chairman most of all, good health as nothing is more Also, I urge all golfers to take care of our
important than being healthy and fit. pristine golf course by not littering. This will
not only help us maintain our status as one of
I hope all of you spent the last year wisely, the best courses in the region, but also enable
working on your game to address your everyone to enjoy a better golfing experience
weaknesses and improve your game whilst at KPGCC.
enjoying the beauty of our course in the
company of fellow golfers. I would also like to touch upon
representation of one’s self on course. Please
As a sport of integrity, etiquette in golf is ensure that you are dressed in proper golfing
an integral part of the game as is respect for attire and conduct yourself in line with the
the course as well as other golfers, and that honourable nature of the game – whether on
includes being on time for tee-off. It’s highly course or during prize presentations. I have
advised that you wait at the Golfers’ Terrace for noticed on many occasions where prize winners
your tee times to be paged. Please do not be are not dressed appropriately, which ultimately
late as your tardiness will only affect the tee looks inappropriate in photos (especially when
times of other golfers. they are published in Oasis Permai).

Once again, I would like to remind all club Finally, let’s all work hand in hand in
members that smoking is strictly prohibited making golf at KPGCC an outstanding
within the premises of the golf course, experience for all. Here’s to a fantastic 2018!
including the greens. Please take this seriously
and help keep our course in immaculate Ng Say Hoe

Let’s usher in the Lunar Year
together at KPGCC!

Join us as we welcome the
Lunar New Year with an

electrifying lion dance
performance by the Khuan
Loke Dragon & Lion Dance

troupe!

DATE TIME VENUE
FEBRUARY 25, 2018 (SUN) 10AM MAIN LOBBY

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Deepavali November Monthly Medal

Blazing Deepavali Outing

Gross – Overall Winner

Name Hcp Pts

William Cheah Kwai Keong 4 76

A Medal

Placing Name Hcp Pts

Winner Dato’ Nigel Ng Meow Giak 10 40

2nd Lim Yeow Leng 8 39

3rd Yong Kim Shoon 9 38 ocb

B Medal

Placing Name Hcp Pts

Winner Poh Wee Lee 13 39

2nd Rodney Lee Kong Hoi 14 38

3rd Ong Seng Hwa 13 36 ocb

Overall Gross winner William Cheah (L) with Director Tang C Medal

The Deepavali November Monthly Medal rounded up a band of pumped- Placing Name Hcp Pts
up KPGCCian golfers for a morning round of fun yet challenging golf.
Played on November 12, the Stableford event saw the golfers taking on Winner See Tiew Wah 23 41
our beautifully-manicured fairways whilst relishing the beauty of the
surrounding nature. 2nd Muhamad Zulazhar 20 39

At the end of play, Dato’ Nigel Ng Meow Giak topped the A Medal 3rd Sivakumar Krishnan 24 38
category with a score of 40, while Poh Wee Lee claimed the B Medal with
39. The C Medal category was won by See Tiew Wah with a score of 41, Ladies
while Victoria Tan Xin Yi topped the Ladies category with 45.
Placing Name Hcp Pts
William Cheah Kwai Keong, who amassed a score of 76, took home
the Overall Gross title. Winner Victoria Tan Xin Yi 20 45

2nd Tan Lee Chu 28 36

3rd Chok Wai Kin 27 34

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Carlsberg Golf Classic october monthly medal / Carlsberg Golf Classic – GRAND Final

A Round Of Classic Fun

The morning of October 8 saw KPGCC golfers coming
together for the Carlsberg Golf Classic, eager to show
off their fairway mettle. Played in sublime weather
conditions at our pristine course, the Strokeplay event
concluded with Jimmy Chia Kee Joo claiming the Gross
category with a score of 70. In second place two shots
back was Alan Chong Chek Fei, while William Cheah
Kwai Keong settled for third spot with 74. Meanwhile in
the Nett category, Chang Thean Siang emerged the
winner with a score of 68 on countback.

Gross

Placing Name Hcp Score

Winner Jimmy Chia Kee Joo 0 70

2nd Alan Chong Chek Fei 3 72 (L-R) Director Tang, Nett winner Chang Thean Siang, Gross winner Jimmy Chia and
Carlsberg (M) Sales Director Gary Tan
3rd William Cheah Kwai Keong 4 74

4th Willie Lim Keat Siang 3 77

5th Tan Vi Kung 3 78

nett 

Placing Name Hcp Score

Winner Chang Thean Siang 8 68 ocb

2nd Desmond Lim Yee Han 13 68 ocb

3rd Norshid Ali 20 68 ocb

4th Lee Hor Hui 20 68 ocb

5th Ng Say Hoe 11 69  

Jimmy Chia Is Carlsberg
Golf Classic Champ!

The Carlsberg Golf Classic Grand Final 2017 hosted approximately 125
golfers during the closing leg of the tournament at KPGCC on December 6,
and after some 32 competitive yet fun qualifying legs held over four
months across Carlsberg Malaysia’s affiliated golf clubs across Peninsular
and East Malaysia, KPGCC's very own Jimmy Chia Kee Joo emerged as
champion of the Gross category with a score of 71. The Nett title went to
Yap Chin Tong from Tropicana Golf & Country Club and several other golf
clubs in the central region.

Jimmy has participated in almost all the Carlsberg Golf Classic
tournaments for more than 15 years, and this was his first time taking
home victory at the amateur golf tournament. Way to go, Jimmy!

Jimmy Chia (3rd from right) is Carlsberg Golf Classic 2017 champ

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Golf Partner Driving Range

Golf Partner Driving Range:
Officially Opened!

Great news, everyone – we are thrilled to announce that the new KPGCC was a ‘roaring’ success, accompanied by a riveting lion dance
Golf Partner Driving Range has been officially opened! performance, speeches by Ishida-san, President of Golf Partner, and
Director Tang, plus light refreshments for all guests.
The Official Opening ceremony held on November 30 here at

It's official! Director Tang giving his speech

Ribbon-cutting ceremony President of Golf Partner Ishida-san teeing-off ceremonies

The lions put on a fantastic performance

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deepavali charity visit

Kindling Joy In The Season Of Lights

Memorable outing for all

Asst GM Sheren Yong handing the goodie bags to the children Director Tang (L) and HHGCC CM Ong Seng Kiat presenting
angpows to the kids

The management and staff of Gamuda Land Clubs (comprising KPGCC,
Horizon Hills GCC, Jade Hills Resort Club and Botanic Resort Club) visited
Persatuan Kebajikan Elijah in Johor on October 16 in conjunction with
Deepavali.

Located in Johor Bahru, the shelter is home to 35 underprivileged
children aged between 1 and 18, and all the residents were treated to
some scrumptious McDonald’s meals and other delightful goodies.
Gamuda Land's Director of Club Operations & Townships Tang Meng Loon,
along with the management team, handed over contributions in cash and
in kind to the shelter based on the home’s wish-list.

It was such joy to see the children’s faces light up as they received
Deepavali packets and goodie bags from the management, and the
exciting magic show that ensued thrilled the kids even further.

All in all, it was really a memorable, heart-warming day for the home’s
residents as well as Gamuda Land Clubs representatives. We look forward
to more charity visits in 2018!

Jay Teoh giving McDonald's meals to the home's residents

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deepavali charity visit

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HHGCC CM Ong Seng Kiat giving out angpows

'Wish-list' goodies Director Tang presenting a hamper to the home's caretaker Madam Selvi

The magician had the kids' undivided attention throughout his McDonald's meals sponsored by Jay Teoh
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golf wing renovation update

Golf Wing Renovations Update

Buggy Station Flooring Works Transview Pro Shop

Female Changing Room Male Changing Room

Trophy Cabinet Walkway Wall of Fame

Roof Top Water Tank – Preparation for Golf Walkway to Male Changing Room – Interior
Water Pump & System Installation Design Works

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ASUM/NSC/MILO Junior Splash 2017

Stellar Swimmers

Head Coach Zalah with his inspiring charges

KPGCC junior swimmers are a them eager to outdo their rivals. Girls 8 & Under Relay Team: (L-R) Zoe Ern, Eunice Pua,
determined, highly-talented bunch, Our ‘Girls 8 & Under’ Relay team Belle Ngo and Intan Anaqah
and the second leg of the ASUM/ Medals won
NSC/MILO Junior Splash 2017, held comprising Nga Zoe Ern (7), Ngo Yi
at Pusat Akuatik Hang Jebat in Belle (7), Intan Anaqah (8) and
Melaka from September 22 to 24, Eunice, finished off all relay events
proved just that. (4 x 50m Free Relay,
4 x 100m Free Relay and 4 x 50m
In the highly-anticipated event, Medley Relay) with 3 Silver medals.
which brought together talents from
all over the country, KPGCC was Having amassed 3 Gold, 1 Silver
represented by a total of 12 and 2 Bronze medals through all her
swimmers. For some of these kids, Individual events, Eunice was
it was their first ever outstation deservedly crowned the Overall
meet and were naturally anxious Champion of the ‘Girls 8 & Under’
and pumped-up about competing category.
against the other teams.
“Don’t ever underestimate your
Despite the ‘modest’ sized of child,” said Eunice’s dad, beaming
our team, we finished strongly, with pride. “Sometimes our kids’
ranking 6th over 34 teams in the determination and never-give-up
overall standings. spirits are much stronger than
adults’!”
KPGCC’s pint-sized star Eunice
Pua (age 8) hauled the Gold medal Head Coach Zalah was
in her first event – 100m Free, and absolutely delighted by this strong
her timing was a new meet record! performance, and congratulated all
This impressive achievement fired swimmers for their amazing effort.
up the spirit of her teammates, all of “We rocked the pool. Well done,
swimmers!”

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tee talk

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message from the social committee chairman /
SportExcel/ASUM/NSC/Milo Junior Swimming Grand Final 2017

Message First and foremost, here’s wishing each and every making their marks in numerous district-, state-
from the KPGCC member a very Happy New Year! May 2018 and national-level sporting events. It was indeed a
social continue to bless us all with good health. heartening and inspiring evening that recognised
committee true talent.
Chairman The years seem to be zooming us by. KPGCC
has come a long way since its inception, and this I would like to congratulate all those who
year will mark its 20th anniversary which will be were awarded certificates and trophies for their
celebrated in grand fashion here at the Club. outstanding achievements.

The major on-going renovation and expansion Credit must also be given to all the parents
works at the Clubhouse is expected to be who had put in a lot of effort and sacrificed a lot
completed soon, and we will be embarking on a of their time in nurturing and encouraging their
new chapter in the history of the Club. This new children in their respective sports activities.
development will definitely further enhance the
prestige and reputation of KPGCC. It is my sincere hope that these parents,
together with the management of KGPCC, will
At the end of last year I had the honour of continue to support these incredibly gifted juniors
attending the annual ‘Junior Sports Awards Night’, in furthering their development in their chosen
put together by the Club. It was a significant sports.
occasion that saw KPGCC proudly acknowledging
its talented junior members who have been LIM MING LEE

Showcase Of Aquatic Aptitude

Held over the weekend of August 12 and 13 (10), who unfortunately had to withdraw from 50m Fly, 13th spot in the 100m Free and
at Kompleks Renang Kuala Lumpur, the competition at the last minute due to injury. 18th in the 50m Free. Cherilynn, meanwhile,
SportExcel/ASUM/NSC/Milo Junior finished 15th in the 100m Fly of the ‘Girls
Swimming Grand Final 2017 featured the Despite being 2 years younger than the 13-14’ category.
country’s top 24 junior swimmers who have other two, Eunice demonstrated sheer grit
accumulated the most points in their and fearlessness as she competed in the Overall, KPGCC swimmers concluded the
respective age-group events amassed over ‘Girls 10 & Under’ category; she ended up meet with some new personal best times.
two prior legs. with the 6th fastest time during the 100m
Fly event and consequently qualified for the “Well done to both of the Pua sisters,
This year, three of KPGCC’s young finals held later in the afternoon. Eunice and Cherilynn,” commented an
swimmers qualified, namely Eunice Pua (age elated Head Coach Zalah. “We hope our
8), Cherilynn Pua (13) as well as Jayna Goh The final results saw Eunice finishing as swim team will have more qualifiers next
Top 8 in the 100m Fly event, Top 9 in the year.”

Warm-up session with Coach Aji Eunice warming up

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know the rules / tee talk

knowThe rules

with

deborah wong

Rule 7: Practice

As we begin 2018, let’s learn the difference between a practice Rule 7-2 deals with the prohibition of practice strokes during play of
swing and a practice stroke. a hole. However, practice putting or chipping between play of two
holes is allowed on or near:
A practice swing is one that the player has no intention of n the putting green of the hole last played,
moving a ball; it usually occurs when a player simulates a stroke in n any practice putting green, or
preparation for making one. A practice stroke, meanwhile, is one that n the teeing ground of the next hole to be played in the round.
is made with the intention of striking at and moving a ball.
A practice stroke must not be made from a hazard and the player
In general, a player may practice on the competition course must not unduly delay play by practicing. Any strokes made in
before playing a match but not before playing a strokeplay event. continuing the play of a hole, the result of which has been decided,
When a strokeplay competition is to be played over consecutive are not practice strokes.
days, practice is also prohibited on the competition course between
rounds. A breach of this rule will result in disqualifications. However, Accordingly, a practice swing is not a practice stroke and may be
the committee may under the condition of the competitions reverse taken at any place provided the player does not breach any rules.
these prohibitions.
Any breach of Rule 7-2 is loss of hole in matchplay or two (2)
Additionally, it’s worth noting that practice putting on any of the penalty strokes in strokeplay.
course’s greens before a round would also result in a DQ!

TEE Talk

with

TOMMY CHIN

Teaching Professional

How To Maintain Spine Angle
During A Golf Shot

Many amateur golfers fail to maintain spine angle during a golf shot, There are a variety of exercises you can perform to increase your
which leads to the question: why is it important? body’s strength and endurance level, including:
n planks
Benefits of being able to do so are as follows: n squats
n well-balanced weight distribution n lunges
n swinging the golf club on plane n leg raises
n compressing the ball fully at impact, which leads to greater strike n seated rows
n less compensations needed throughout golf swing
The importance of understanding how to warm up and warm
Why do amateur golfers tend to fail to maintain spine angle during a down is also crucial for the body to perform certain movements
golf shot? There are a number of reasons, such as: required in golf and to avoid injuries.
n not having a good understanding of how the body works
n weak core Dynamic stretches activates the muscles and by doing this you
n weak back muscles don’t need a few holes to warm up before you tee-off.
n weak leg muscles
n low flexibility Static stretches are good for post-game because it reduces injury
by lengthening the muscle fibres at the end of a round of golf.

Improving on those key pointers above will transform you from
being an average ball-striker to a great one, and enable you to hit
more fairways and greens and thus help you to enjoy the game even
more.

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tech talk Grip Assembly

TECH TALK Grip & Size Selection

with Swing Weight

David tang

Grip Matters

First of all, I would like to wish all KPGCC members a Merry Christmas and Happy
New Year! We are very fortunate to have the opportunity to work closely with
Golf Partner in custom-fitting here at the prestigious KPGCC.

What do golfers look for in club-fitting?

Club-fitting is about maximising your golfing potential with properly-fitted golf
equipment. Optimise your distance, increase your potential for scoring well,
and maximise your golfing pleasure on course!

Swing Weight Selection
& Set Make-up

Loft & Lie Angles

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Know Know Know Your
Your Grip Your weights Loft & Lie

Grip is very Angles
personal both in
terms of size and Knowing your Lie and loft angles Loft Angle helps with Distance
optimum swing help with direction Control, while Lie Angle aids
texture. weight helps you
feel the tempo. and distance. Directional Control

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Never compromise on grips and never overlook or underestimate its importance. “Grip is the only part
You could have bought the most expensive golf club in the world but if your grip of the golf club you
slips off your hands, it’s worthless – that’s good money down the drain! are connected to.”

The choices of grips available are generally categorised as follows:
1) Rubber grips
2) Half cord grips
3) Full cord grips

Rubber grips work fine if your hands are dry, but if you have sweaty palms you
would need some cords for gripping strength.

Grips also come as ‘round’ or ‘ribbed’. Round grips are more common today due
to the number of clubs out there that have changeable hosels or connectors.
Round grips allow clubs to be rotated and yet still be perfectly straight in
alignment. 

It is also very important that the grip size matches your hands; if the grip is
smaller or larger than required, you might lose your grip and direction.

What Do I Do During
Club-Fitting?

1. You are required to bring your current playing set. 

2. You will need to answer some questions in order for the club-fitter
to understand your current needs and requirements.

3. You will be required to hit some golf balls whilst the
Launch Monitor picks up your current ‘swing DNA’.

4. Your golf set specifications will be checked. 

5. Recommendations according to priority of needs will be given.

6. Clubs will be rebuilt or custom-ordered to specification.

Don’t wait – get the right grip today!
Contact David Tang at 012-2122913
to make an appointment.

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JUNIOR sportS awards night

Celebrating High-Achievers

Held on December 2, the Junior Sports
Awards Night was an exciting affair as the
Club honoured KPGCC’s juniors who have
excelled in their respective sports in events
held throughout 2017, a testament to their
sheer passion, dedication and grit.

The dinner, which took place at the
Grand Ballroom, had the children decked in
their best attires as they were awarded with
certificates in recognition of their
outstanding achievements and relentless
commitment towards improving their
performances each time they compete –
whether it’s against their peers at KPGCC or
while representing the Club in district, state
or national level competitions.

A total of 24 awards were presented to
the juniors for their achievements in the
various sports, namely swimming, tennis,
taekwondo and badminton.

Congratulations to all the award
recipients. Keep our KPGCC flag flying high!

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JUNIOR sportS awards night

Pos Name Event Achievement
SWIMMING

1 Eunice Pua 27 PRAS Jr Swimming C'ship (Selangor Age Group) G10&U – Gold Medal + Overall Champion
(State Swimmer) Kejohanan Akuatik MSS Selangor G10&U – Best Swimmer
ASUM/NSC/Milo Jr Splash Swim 2017 (1st Leg) G8&U – Overall Champion
3 Jayna Goh Sport Excel Jr Swimming 2017 – Grand Final G8&U – Youngest Swimmer Qualified To Grand Final
(State Swimmer) ASUM/NSC/Milo Jr Splash Swim 2017 (2nd Leg) G8&U – Overall Champion
27 PRAS Jr Swimming C'ship (Selangor Age Group) G10&U – Silver Medal
2 Cherilynn 6th Selangor Arena Short Course Sprint 2017 G10&U – Gold Medal – 1st Runner-Up Overall Champion
4 Sherman Chow 27 PRAS Jr Swimming C'ship G13-14 – Silver Medal – 50m Back, 50m Fly, 100m Free,
(Selangor Age Group) 100m Back, 100m Fly, 200m Back, 200m IM, 400m IM
Kejohanan Akuatik MSS Selangor G13-15 – Bronze Medal
6th Selangor Arena Short Course Sprint 2017 G13-14 – 1st Runner-Up Overall Champion
B11-12 – Gold Medal
27 PRAS Jr Swimming C'ship (Selangor Age Group)

5 Koay Jia Qi 27 PRAS Jr Swimming C'ship (Selangor Age Group) G13-14 – Bronze Medal
6 Natasha Ngan Kejohanan Akuatik MSS Selangor G13-15 – Bronze Medal
6th Selangor Arena Short Course Sprint 2017 G13-14 – Bronze Medal

Long Service To KPGCC Swim Team (10 Years)

7 Chia Vern Kye Long Service To KPGCC Swim Team (10 Years)
8 Nicholas Kong Long Service To KPGCC Swim Team (10 Years)
TENNIS
1 Scott David Hastie Qualified: National Circuit 2017
2 Ian Cairns Hastie Tennis Malaysia Junior Ranking 2017 BU16 – Rank: 30
3 Nemerta Kaur Tennis Malaysia Junior Ranking 2017 BU16 – Rank: 57
4 Darren Leong Tennis Malaysia Junior Ranking 2017 BU16 – Rank: 58
5 Low En Yee Tennis Malaysia Junior Ranking 2017 GU10 – Rank: 29
6 Isabel Ling Tennis Malaysia Junior Ranking 2017 GU10 – Rank: 52
7 Jayden Liew Tennis Malaysia Junior Ranking 2017 BU8 – Rank: 29
8 Quek Seng Tean Milo/MBPJ/STA Monthly Medal Master 2017 BU9 – Gold Medal
9 Choo Kah Jhuin Milo/MBPJ/STA Monthly Medal Master 2017 BU8 – Silver Medal
10 Aston Liew Milo/MBPJ/STA Monthly Medal 2017 BU8 – Bronze Medal
TAEKWONDO
1 Ching Wei Liang National Taekwondo C'ship Junior 2017 Micro Weight (Sparring) – Gold Medal
2 Yoges Raj M. Maganthiran Best Of The Best Taekwondo C'ship KL 2017 Middle Weight (Pattern) – Bronze Medal
3 Chin Zhi Hou Best Of The Best Taekwondo C'ship KL 2017 Light Weight (Sparring) – Bronze Medal
BADMINTON
1 David Liew Kejohanan Badminton Majlis Sukan BU12 Singles – Champion
Sekolah Selangor 2017

2 Marcus Lim Kejohanan Badminton Majlis Sukan BU15 Singles & Doubles – Bronze Medal
Sekolah Selangor 2017

3 Bryan Wang Kejohanan Badminton Majlis Sukan BU17 Doubles – Bronze Medal
Sekolah Daerah Petaling Utama 2017

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F&B – poolside café

Whether it’s a lip-smacking noodle dish that tickles your taste buds, or whether it’s a
satisfying rice meal that rocks your boat, the Poolside Café has something to suit every
palate. Let the foodie in you relish these flavour-packed offerings.

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f&B – golfers' terrace

Wind down after a long day on or off the course by chillaxing at the Golfer’s Terrace as you
reward yourself with mouth-watering meals and refreshing drinks. Meticulously prepared by
our skilled chef and kitchen crew, these hearty meals will have you coming back for more!

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