Club Magazine Issue 06, 2018

HONG KONG FOOTBALL CLUB JUNE 2018 

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- F&B promotions 

- Tournament updates 

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GENERAL COMMITTEE 

President : Dermot Agnew 

Vice President : Fook Aun Chew 

Vice President : Nick Hunsworth 

Vice President : Bobby Lawson 

Vice President : Iain Valentine 

Chairman : John Shanahan 

Hon. Secretary : Mike Wood 

Hon. Treasurer : Alan Morgan 

Constitutional Affairs : Jeff Lane 

Development : Peter Crabtree 

Discipline : James Niehorster 

Membership : Maurice O’Brien 

Sports & Recreation : Karin Looram 

Hockey Officer : Charles Poulton 

Lawn Bowls Officer : Mike Worth 

Rugby Officer : Don Rider 

Soccer Officer : Neil Jensen 

Squash Officer : Malcolm Kerr 

MANAGEMENT 

General Manager : Mark Pawley 

Director of Operations : Tony Sealy 

Director of Food and Beverage : Dominique Artigolle 

Director of Finance : Ricky Chan 

Asst. Financial Controller : May Chang 

Executive Chef : Jason Kelly Lynn 

Facilities Manager : Evan Tao 

Membership Services Manager : Kerry Ogle 

Human Resources Manager : Angela Chan 

Executive Housekeeper : Tracy Tseung 

Contents 

The Thoughts of the Chairman.......................................2 

From the Desk of Mark Pawley ......................................4 

From the Sports Department..........................................5 

Food and Beverage promotions......................................6 

Squash.......................................................................15 

Mini Rugby..................................................................19 

Soccer........................................................................21 

Junior Soccer..............................................................24 

Hockey.......................................................................25 

Lawn Bowls.................................................................32 

Netball........................................................................34 

CLUB MAGAZINE 

Monthly journal of the Hong Kong Football 

Club. Arranged by Brian Chun. For information 

and requests for placement of advertisements 

in “Club” please call 2830 9503. The opinions 

expressed in the articles are those of the writers 

and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of 

the Hong Kong Football Club or the General 

Committee. The Club reserves the right to 

edit and clarify all content. The copyright of all 

materials is held by the Hong Kong Football Club. 

Tennis.........................................................................36 

Golf............................................................................38 

Swimming and Triathlon...............................................40 

Bowling and Interest Group..........................................41 

Club Magazine June 2018 1

The Thoughts of the Chairman 

Dear Members, 

John J Shanahan, 

Chairman 

We had another successful HKFC Citi Soccer 

Sevens last month, with some top level 

international matches being played and 

world-famous stars from past and present interacting 

with the spectators in the Infield. We hosted the Asian 

Rugby Championship match between Hong Kong 

and Malaysia on 26th May, and we will also be 

playing host to the Hong Kong versus South Korea 

match in that competition on the 2nd June. So, 

come down and enjoy some first-class rugby action 

on the day(s). 

On the non-sporting front, you will see that more 

signage and artwork has gone up on the Second 

Floor. Remedial work is also being undertaken by 

the Contractor to sort out a number of defects, such 

as water seepage at the ceiling of the Chairman’s 

Bar. I should flag here that the Back of House Staff, 

in particular the Chef’s Brigade, have been working 

diligently to ensure that everything is up to standard. 

However, as with many other places in Hong Kong at 

the moment, we are suffering from a citywide shortage 

of Food and Beverage Staff. We are, at the time of 

writing, thirteen chefs short of establishment. The 

old adage that a duck seems to be gliding along on 

the water, but underneath is paddling away like mad, 

seems to be an appropriate analogy. We are actively 

looking to recruit more Chefs, but please have some 

patience if your order is not being processed as fast 

as you would like. 

The General Committee Working Group dealing with 

the Government proposals on Private Recreational 

Leases, are also putting together our submission 

to the Government appointed Task Force on Land 

Supply. The focus of these submissions will be 

different, and the Working Group is putting together 

vital information to support our arguments concerning 

our premises, alongside a public relations company 

that we have engaged to help us present our case 

in a targeted manner. I will keep you all informed of 

progress as time goes on. 

John J Shanahan 

Chairman 

2018 HKFC CENTENARY CUP 

Back row (L to R): HKJC CEO Mr Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges with HKJC Stewards – Mr Martin Liao; Sir C K Chow; Dr Eric Li Ka Cheung; 

Mr Philip N L Chen; Mr Michael T H Lee and Deputy Chairman Mr Anthony W K Chow 

Front row (L to R): Guest of Horse Owner, Jockey Mr M Chadwick, Chocolate Syndicate – Four Horse Owners, Mrs Shanahan, Mrs Wood, 

HKFC Chairman Mr John Shanahan, HKFC Hon Secretary Mr Michael Wood, and HKJC Chairman Dr Simon Ip 

2 June 2018

HONG KONG FOOTBALL CLUB 

Race Box 

at the Happy Valley Race Course 

For Sale 

CORPORATE 

SUBSCRIBERSHIPS 

The Club maintains a Box at the Happy Valley race 

course which is available for Members to book in 

advance. 

Cost: 

F&B Package: $710 per head. 

Admission badge: $60 per head. 

F&B arrangement: 

The Race Box is provided with a Buffet and 

unlimited drinks. 

Beverages are available from 6pm, and Dinner Buffet 

is available from 6.30pm to 9.30pm 

Booking: 

Booking Forms are available at Reception and from 

our website www.hkfc.com.hk. 

The HKFC is currently offering 50 Corporate 

Subscriberships for sale, at a price of HK$3.3m 

each, to help fund the future renovation of the 

HKFC. 

On purchase of a Corporate Subscribership a 

company becomes a Corporate Member and 

is entitled to nominate an individual and their 

immediate family to enjoy the benefits of 

membership of the HKFC. 

More information can be obtained by 

contacting Kerry Ogle, Membership Services 

Manager on 2830 9502 or by email to 

membership@hkfc.com. 

For information on HKFC facilities please view 

the website at www.hkfc.com.hk 

Interested parties should submit a written 

application to: 

The Membership Services Manager 

Hong Kong Football Club, 

3 Sports Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong 


From the Desk of Mark Pawley 

Mark Pawley, 

General Manager 

At the time of writing we are basking in 35 o C 

of sunshine. Whilst there are no rain clouds 

around at the moment, it is worthwhile 

reminding you all of the Typhoon and Black 

Rainstorm Warning for the Club which is outlined 

below. 

On the sporting front, as the Chairman has noted the 

HKFC Citi Soccer Sevens went extremely well with 

Newcastle United the eventual winners of the Cup 

competition. The tournament was a “tad” on 

the hot side throughout but this didn’t seem to 

diminish the quality of play from the top teams. 

Well done to all those who were involved in the 

organisation and running of what was a really strong 

tournament. 

With the summer heat definitely upon us and use 

of the Swimming Pool Complex no doubt high on 

many Members agenda’s please note the Pool Safety 

Guidelines and Bye-laws on the opposite page as well 

as the “Oh Poop” guidelines. Re the latter we have 

to close the pool, for cleaning, if there is any poop 

in it, so, please do look to ensure non-potty trained 

children are wearing swim nappies or disposable 

nappies at all times at the Swimming Pool Complex. 

On the food and beverage front there will, no doubt, 

be a few of you who will be very happy with the 

return of the Wine Carousel to the Chairman’s 

Bar. So, now we have the Carvery at lunch time, 

the Afternoon Set Tea and the Wine Carousel from 

6.30pm to 10.30pm in the evening! 

In the Sportsman’s Bar in June “Live” tennis will be 

on screen. First up we have the French Open from 

Sunday 27th May through Sunday 10th June and 

then from the 2nd July through to Sunday 15th 

July we have Wimbledon. Running along with these 

two Grand Slam tournaments we will be looking to 

show the FIFA Would Cup which “Kicks-off” on 

Thursday 14th June and finishes with the Final on 

Sunday 15th July. 

And, don’t forget Father’s Day on Sunday 17th 

June and the June Wine Dinner promotion “A 

Journey through the flavours of Apulia” with free 

flow Veuve Clicquot in the Restaurant on Friday 

22nd June. 

I look forward to seeing you all at the Club! 

Mark Pawley, 

General Manager 

NOTICE TO MEMBERS: 

TYPHOON AND BLACK RAINSTORM WARNING 

• Upon the hoisting of Typhoon Signal No. 8, or above, the Club Premises shall be cleared within 30 

minutes of the raising of such Signal 

• If such Signal is lowered between 5:00am and 5:00pm, such facilities of the Club as Management 

shall decide will be reopened that day within two hours of such Signal being lowered. 

• If such Signal is lowered between 5:00pm and 5:00am the Club will reopen at 7:00am. Upon the 

issuance of a Black Rainstorm Warning, the Club, or some of its facilities, may be closed. 


Pool Safety 

Parents: Please watch your child(ren) closely at all times. The importance of adult supervision cannot be 

overstated, you are fully responsible for the safety and welfare of your child(ren). 

• Please ensure that you and your children are aware of the swimming pool rules. 

• Children should know what the outcome will be if rules are broken. 

• It is NOT the Lifeguards’ responsibility to supervise your child(ren). 

Oh Poop! 

The Swimming Pool Complex is a great place to be particularly when we have fine weather, but a poop 

accident will ruin the day for everyone. 

If your child is sick or has diarrhoea, please keep him or her out of the pool/s. If your child is not potty trained 

please ensure that he or she is wearing reusable or disposable swim nappies when in pool. 

Reusable swim nappies or disposable nappies can be purchased at the Club Shop at the Ground floor Lobby. 

Disposable nappies are also available to purchase at the Swimming Pool Sign-in Desk. 

Oh Poop…what a perfect way to end the weekend or holiday fun for everyone. Make sure it’s not you! 

Swimming Pool Complex Bye-laws: 

• Members and Family members must produce their Membership 

Cards upon entering the Swimming Pool Complex. Entry must be 

through the Swimming Pool Complex gate, and not via the Coffee 

Shop Patio. 

• Poolside towels must be signed for upon entry to the Swimming 

Pool Complex and must be returned and signed out upon leaving. 

• No Guests may use the Swimming Pool Complex during weekends 

and public holidays, or on weekdays after 6:00pm and, at other 

times, no more than three Guests are permitted (with the exception 

that single Members may bring one Guest at any time). 

• All persons changing to use (or after using) the Swimming Pool 

Complex, including babies and children, must change in the 

Changing Rooms (or cabanas) and, when wearing predominantly 

swimwear only, shall enter and exit to and from the Swimming 

Pool Complex by the external doors of the Second Floor 

Changing Rooms. 

• The minimum dress requirement at all times for all persons in the 

Swimming Pool Complex shall be appropriate swimwear. Babies 

and young children must wear swimwear or nappies/diapers in the 

Swimming Pool Complex at all times, but leakproof swimwear (not 

nappies/diapers) must be worn by babies and young children who 

are not toilet trained when using the Pools. Babies’ nappies/diapers 

must not be changed on tables. 

• All persons must follow the directions of the lifeguards at all 

times and be familiar with and obey the rules and signage for the 

Swimming Pool Complex. 

• No person suffering from open sores, skin diseases or other ailments 

of a comparable nature may enter the Pools or Jacuzzis. 

• Children under 11 years of age must be supervised by an adult 

at all times and, except for events and functions designated by 

Management, such children must leave the Swimming Pool Complex 

by 7:00pm. 

• Children who are not competent swimmers may not enter or remain 

in the Main Pool unsupervised. The lifeguard may not be designated 

as the supervisor for the purposes of this Bye-law. 

• Children of 8 years of age and over are not permitted to use the 

Children’s Pool and/or the Children’s Pool slide. The lifeguards may at 

their discretion close the Children’s Pool slide at any time. 

• Children under 11 years of age are not permitted to use the Jacuzzis. 

• Children under 18 years of age are not permitted on the upper 

Sundeck. 

• Running, chasing, pushing, horseplay, climbing on landscaping 

features or other inappropriate or offensive conduct is not permitted 

in the Swimming Pool Complex. 

• The throwing of balls or other objects and the use of water propelling 

devices within the Swimming Pool Complex is not permitted. 

• No objects, other than appropriate goggles, armbands and flotation 

rings, may be taken into the Main Pool without the consent of 

Management (and during periods when the Main Pool is not 

crowded, such consent will be favourably considered). 

• Eating or drinking at or near the edge of the Main Pool, Children’s 

Pool(s) Area or within the Jacuzzi area is not permitted. 

• Smoking is only permitted at the Sun deck and the covered area of 

the Pool deck at the right-hand side by the racetrack. 

• Glassware is not permitted in the Swimming Pool Complex. 


FOOD AND BEVERAGE 

LUNCH AT THE CLUB 

THE RESTAURANT 

Monday to Saturday 

from Noon to 2.30pm 

Semi Lunch Buffet 

2 Courses: 190 


THE COFFEE SHOP 

Monday to Friday 


Light Lunch Buffet 

148 (Adult) 

74 (age 8-11) 

50 (age 4-7) 

Saturday and Sunday 


International Lunch Buffet 

180 (Adult) 

90 (age 8-11) 

58 (age 4-7) 

THE CHAIRMAN’S BAR 

Monday to Friday 


“Carvery” Set Lunch 




5days Korea & Japan Getaway 

Diamond Princess 

Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan | Kanmon Straits, Japan [scenic cruising] | Busan, South Korea | 

Kanmon Straits, Japan [scenic cruising] | Yokkaichi, Japan | Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan 

2018 departure date: 20 Jun 

7days Voyage of Glaciers 

Golden Princess | Coral Princess | Star Princess | Island Princess 

Vancouver, British Columbia | Ketchikan, Alaska | Juneau, Alaska | Skagway, Alaska | Glacier 

Bay National Park, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) | College Fjord, Alaska (Scenic Cruising) | 

Anchorage (Whittier), Alaska 

Jun - Sep ( Wed & Sat departures) 

Southbound - reverse itinerary; Hubbard Glacier replaces College Fjord. 

Icy Strait point replaces Ketchikan for some departures 

7days Mediterranean & Aegean Crown Princess 

Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy | Salerno, Italy | Kotor, Montenegro | Corfu, Greece | Crete 

(Chania), Greece | Mykonos, Greece | Athens (Piraeus), Greece 

30 Jun | 21 Jul | 11 Aug | 1 Sep 

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HKD6,662up 

HKD5,102up 

11days Scandinavia & Russia 

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60%off 

HKD12,902up 

HKD5,102up 

INSIDE 11%off HKD7,832up 

Fare: 

HKD6,896up 


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HKD7,325up 

Regal Princess 

Copenhagen, Denmark | Oslo, Norway | Berlin (Warnemunde), Germany | Tallinn, Estonia | 

St.Petersburg, Russia [overnight] | Helsinki, Finland | Stockholm, Sweden | 

Copenhagen, Denmark 


12, 23Jun | 4, 15, 26 Jul | 6, 17, 28 Aug 

Fare: 

HKD17,777up 

HKD14,8528 Sep 

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Royal Princess 

London (Southampton), England | Guernsey (St. Peter Port) | Cork, Ireland (Cobh - For 

Blarney Castle) | Dublin, Ireland [overnight] | Belfast, Northern Ireland | Glasgow (Greenock), 

Scotland | Invergordon, Scotland | Edinburgh (South Queensferry), Scotland | 

Paris/Normandy (Le Havre), France | London (Southampton), England 

18*, 30 Jun | 12^, 24^ Jul | 5^, 17, 29* Aug 

5, 17Aug departures will feature “Edinburgh Military Tattoo” 

INSIDE 16%off HKD22,067up 

Fare: 

HKD18,401up 

^ will not stay overnight at Dublin, and will call to Liverpool * will not stay overnight at Dublin, will call to Orkney Islands (Kirkwall) 

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Tokyo (Yokohama), Japan | Nagoya, Japan | Osaka, Japan | Okinawa, Japan | Taipei 

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2018 departure date: 5 Nov Fare: 

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HKD13,54210, 18Nov 

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The Restaurant 

INTERNATIONAL “SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET” 

In Happy Valley Suites and the Chairman’s Bar 

every Sunday from 11.30 to 3pm 

throughout the month of June 

The Club’s family friendly Sunday Brunch in Happy Valley Suites and the 

Chairman’s Bar are welcome all Members and your Guests. 

298 per Adult Member 

318 per Adult Non-Member 

165 per Child Member (age 4-11) 

188 per Child Non-Member (age 4-11) 

**Free flow of Sparkling Wine and Beer available at 88 per person 

Enquiries or reservations: please call 2830 9559 or email: bar@hkfc.com 

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Dress Code: Club Casual – No Collarless T-Shirts, no Flip 

Flops, no short Casual Shorts (Knee length – no beach wear). 

Ladies are required to dress to a comparable standard. 

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THE WINE CAROUSEL IS BACK 

In the Chairman’s Bar 

every day from 6.30pm to 10.30pm 

throughout the month of June 

From 6.30pm till 10.30pm daily, you can enjoy 2 hours of free-flowing 

wines specially selected at a set price of 250 per person. 


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in the Sportsman’s Bar 

Summer is just around the corner, so come down to the Sportsman’s Bar 

to get your sporting fix before you go off on holiday. 

TENNIS: 

Wimbledon is back with the first set starting Monday 2nd July and 

continues until the Men’s Singles final on Sunday 15th July. 

F1 AUTO RACING: 

The Canadian Grand Prix will be held on Sunday 10th June and the 

French Grand Prix will be held on Sunday 24th June 

Keep up to date on the Club website and all sports notice boards. 

For further information, please call the Sportsman’s Bar at 2830 9531. 

PENCIL YOUR DIARY: 

Sportsman’s Bar 

Thursday, 14th June: OPENING GAME 

Friday, 6th July: Quarter Finals 

Saturday, 7th July: Quarter Finals 

Tuesday, 10th July: Semi Final 

Wednesday, 11th July: Semi Final 

SUNDAY, 15TH JULY – 

2018 FIFA WORLD CUP FINAL 

Sportsman’s Bar and Chairman’s Bar will show the 2018 

FIFA world Cup 

OPENING HOURS 

State of Origin Series LIVE 

Wednesday, 6th June 

Sunday, 24th June 

As the Mini Soccer and Mini Rugby training seasons are 

coming to an end, starting from June, the Sportsman’s Bar 

will open at 11am on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays 

until further notice. Monday to Friday opening times remain the 

same at 5pm. 

JULY PREVIEW 





Squash News 

Max at the Windy City Open in the US 

An Interview with Max Lee 

HKFC Squash Player and World Number 20 

The HKFC Squash Section is lucky enough to have Hong Kong’s 

number one squash player Max Lee representing them in the 

HK league Division 1. Max is currently world ranked number 20 and 

is a player on the PSA world tour. Max is Hong Kong’s highest ever 

world ranked men’s player reaching number 12 in December 2015. 

Max has won 13 PSA tour ranking events. This season he has won 

the Canada open as well as the Pittsburgh Open and has played in 

world championship events in England and Hong Kong. When he is 

not travelling on tour he can be seen playing at the Club on Thursday 

nights when our Division 1 team are at home. Recently Malcolm Kerr 

interviewed Max about what it’s like to be one of the world’s best 

squash players. 

MK: How did you come to take up squash and where did you start? 

Max: I first picked up a squash racquet 20 years ago because my mum 

started learning squash and she taught me how to hold the squash 

racquet to start. My first squash lesson was under Hong Kong’s junior 

squash programme. 

MK: When did you realise that you could be good enough to 

turn pro? 

Max: When I first had the opportunity to play an overseas junior 

tournament and HK open qualification I dreamt of being one of the best 

ones in the world. When I had the chance to turn pro, I could not resist! I 

know I can still get better and playing professionally lets me train full-time 

to improve all the time. 

really taught me to believe myself and Peter Genever (in London), who 

taught me how to be a thinker on court. 

Several players have been great role models to learn from including 

Peter Nicol, Jonathon Power, David Palmer, Amr Shabana, and 

Thierry Lincou. 

MK: What are your greatest achievements in squash so far? 

Max: World Team and Asian Games Bronze medals and the Asian 

Championship Gold have been my best results representing Hong Kong. 

But my greatest personal achievement so far was probably reaching the 

semi-final of the 2016 Hong Kong Open. It showed players from Hong 

Kong can compete with the best in the major World Series tournaments. 

Beating the top players in tournaments is always my dream and my 

ambition, although I lost in the Semi, it was a great feeling to perform 

well in my home event. 

MK: What are your goals this season? 

Max: I hope to perform well in the last two World Series events before 

the summer, the El Gouna Open (Egypt) and the British Open. 

My goal, as ever, is to beat top ranked players. To play consistently well 

with a clear, positive mind-set on court, while adapting to the court and 

opponent, is always difficult. I hope I can do all this with my smile on 

court too! 

After these two tournaments, my third Asian Games will be in August. I 

hope I am injury free to play and successfully defend my title for Hong 

Kong too. 

MK: Which players have inspired you most as you started squash 

and today? 

Max: I think all the coaches and senior players since I was young 

inspired me to be tough on court, even if I need to run triple the distance 

of my opponent to win each point. But honestly, the two coaches that 

motivated me most were Tony (Choi, former HK National Coach) who 

MK: How do you balance family life with training and travel for 

tour events? 

Max: I have two daughters, who are two and half, and 6 months old. At 

this stage, as you can imagine, it is very tough for my wife as one versus 

two every day is exhausting! She has been great in supporting me to train 

and play around the world – making my squash part easier to handle. 


SQUASH 

I am trying to spend more time in Hong Kong now, though. After some 

time training in America (and the UK) I have now made Hong Kong my 

base again. Also whenever possible, I arrange my schedule to let me 

come back home between events if only for a few days. 

Family is my top priority. Sometimes it is hard to strike a balance with 

professional squash but that’s life – we have to accept the challenge and 

work it out. 

MK: Would you encourage your daughters to become professional 

squash players? 

Max: No I won’t actively encourage my daughters to become 

professional squash players. I chose squash as my career because it 

was something I wanted to do. Squash for me is part of my life, but not 

them. They have a right to choose for themselves. 

I will encourage them to do what they love, but once they choose, I hope 

I can support and motivate them to face all the challenges. 

MK: What are you favourite squash venues around the world 

and why? 

Max: The glass court in Grand Central Station, New York, venue for The 

Tournament of Champions is one of my favourite squash venues. It is 

amazing! Lots of people come through the station every day having the 

chance to see what squash is about and the crowd and atmosphere on 

court are awesome! 

MK: Unbeaten in Div. 1 this year, have you enjoyed your first year 

playing for HKFC? 

Max: I have really enjoyed playing for HKFC this year, especially at the 

Club with home support! 

As was my experience playing national league in UK, it is fun to watch 

and play in a Club setting because enthusiastic members and the public 

come and watch and really appreciate the squash. I really like it! 

Max Playing Division one at the Club. 

MK: What can Hong Kong Football Club (and other Clubs) do to 

further support elite squash players in Hong Kong? 

Max: As professional players, we love to play matches and tournaments 

in front of our home crowd. 

The HKFC PSA 25 tournament has been great for the sport in Hong 

Kong as it has given another platform for Hong Kong’s elite squash 

players to compete against international competitors and gather valuable 

ranking points. 

If HKFC can set up more international tournaments (Professional and 

Junior) it will be great for local players to get more experience and move 

up the rankings - while providing excellent entertainment for squash fans 

in Hong Kong at the same time! 

MK: What are your “top 3 technical tips” for aspiring club players to 

improve their game? 

Max: 

1st: Open racquet face. 

2nd: Don’t hit hard all the time but make full use of the height of court 

3rd: Hit the ball with body weight forward. 

MK: Thanks a lot Max. Good luck in the upcoming tournaments and 

we look forward to seeing you on-court at the Club soon! 


SQUASH 

HKFC Squash Beat HKCC Squash 

at their own game 

30 overs with Keith top scoring with 63 not out 

and Raj getting 59. 

After a three year hiatus the Squash 

Sections of the HKFC and HKCC played 

each other at cricket recently. HKFC were 

victorious the last time the two teams played 

but the previous two meetings prior to that 

had been won by the HKCC team. This meant 

that there was a lot to play for and it would be 

interesting to see how the teams had fared in 

strengthening their cricket prowess over the 

last few years. 

On a warm but cloudy day with hints of drizzle, 

HKFC won the toss and decided to bat first 

the idea being to make a decent total that 

could be defended. With the batting order 

being discussed by the senior players it was 

decided that a mix of the perceived big hitters 

would be interspersed with the more traditional 

cricketer. The plan worked very well from 

the start with openers Raj and Rob Jones 

getting the scoreboard ticking at a very fast 

rate. There were sixes and fours hit well to all 

places around the ground which made both 

players get to 30 and have to retire. With this 

great platform in place, Keith Frith carried on 

the batting with his technical skill also ensuring 

he would get to 30 and retire. At the other 

end Chairman Dave Cross started strongly 

but when he tried a clip off the legs which was 

called out for what he described as a dubious 

LBW his innings was over. More strength in 

the batting ensued with squash team captain 

Julian Tanner playing the shot of the day which 

was a very nice front foot defensive for 0 also 

getting to 30 with Graham Mountford doing the 

same. Steve Gollop made a very nice 4 before 

he got caught and John Thompson kept 

the run rate moving (which surprised some) 

to also make it to 30 and retiring. With a host 

of players then being able to come back in a 

gigantic score of 319 for 4 was recorded in just 

With the great total made it was always going 

to be difficult for HKCC to keep up the run 

rate and it allowed HKFC to have an attacking 

field. Julian Tanner and Keith Frith opened the 

bowling well keeping it very tight, with Julian 

getting the early wicket of coach Chad Sunde 

with an excellent catch by wicket keeper Dave 

Cross, who then continued to keep wicket all 

afternoon like a man possessed using a style 

very much like his squash which had limited 

footwork but somehow he managed to get to 

the ball. The bowlers rotated well with Graham 

Mountford getting two wickets, Steve Gollop 

bowling very tight and Rob Jones bowling the 

ball of the day to get out another danger man 

Michael Chin. Chris Evans for HKCC arrived 

late in the day to get some big sixes for HKCC 

which didn’t help the bowling figures of John 

Thompson or Raj at the end of the innings 

which helped the HKCC team get 189 for 9. 

This meant that HKFC has won the game for 

the second time in a row by 130 runs. 

It was then time for some great food and wellearned 

beer from the hosts at HKCC. There is 

now talk of a rematch but this time the game 

will be football!! 


SQUASH 

SILVERWARE 

for HKFC Squash Teams 

very well done to all the HKFC who won this year’s winter league. 

A HKFC had four league winners. These were: 

Ladies Division 1 who won the league by a 9 point gap. The newly 

returned team had Carmen Lee as the convenor. Tsz Ling Liu was 

ranked number one in the league and was unbeaten all season (11 

matches). 

Ladies L3B won Division 3 in the tightly contested league. Javy Wong’s 

team had Caeli Robinson finish unbeaten (12 games) and was ranked 

three in the league. 

HKFC 6 won the league title by a very close 2 points. Having won 19 of 

the 21 matches played. Club captain Julian Tanner steered the team 

to victory as convenor. Alex Barmont was unbeaten in the 17 games 

he represented the Club as was Paul Ng (5 games) and Tak Yeung (5 

games) 

HKFC 8B won their division and only lost one match all season. 

Convened by Phil Ting the team have won the league for a second 

straight year and will be looking to match last year’s double. Pieter Le 

Roux was ranked two in the league and unbeaten in 14 games. Jeff 

Leung was ranked 3 and also unbeaten in his 14 games played. 

There are 17 teams who finished in the top four of their respective league 

and have qualified for the play off final series. These teams are:1, 2A, 2B, 

3B, 6, 8A, 8B, 9, 19, L1, L2A, L3B, M1A, M1B, M2A, M2B, M3B. Good 

luck to all to bring home more trophies. 

Around the Squash Section 

Ladder Movers 

of the Month 

Section Ladder 

Jeff Leung 128 

Mariko Tam 107 

Ashwin Khosa 89 

Juniors 

Bryan Wong 18 

Hugo Teng 10 

George Basoglu 10 

Blade Juniors 

Justine Lam 23 

Ashwin Baidwan 12 

Wear Your 

Squash Kit Abroad 

This month we see Dinesh Hathiramani 

enjoying the great views in Bali and 

Romain Chatte having one of his golf 

partners being called out for slow play at 

Kai Sai Chau in HK. 


Mini Rugby News 

Message from Mini-Rugby Chairman 

The season is winding down as I write this report, and by the time you read this we 

will have had the Club’s first tour to the TRC Junior Cup Tournament, U6 to U10 to 

participating, with U11 playing a number of “friendlies” around that tournament. 

The 2017 / 2018 training season will have ended on Sunday 13th May. What will we do with 

Sunday mornings …… 

Best 

Denis Brock, Chairman, HKFC Mini-Rugby 

U10G 

U12G 

U12G 

U10G 

U12G 

Sai Kung Stingrays All Girls 

Tournament 

U12 Girls 

On a very hot Saturday we had fourteen girls 

play in the SKS tournament. With numbers 

being short the girls had lots of rugby with many 

playing back to back games. Some great wins 

were achieved in pool play with the exception 

of losses to Sandy Bay and Sai Kung. Both 

teams made it to their respective Cup semifinals 

- both against arch rivals Sandy Bay. 

However with the heat and injuries taking their 

toll numbers were down to eleven. The girls 

were asked if they wanted to forfeit one of the 

games. Of course they were not going to have 

this and despite losing both semis, they went 

on to win hard fought plate finals, including the 

U12G 

first team final in extra time. This tournament 

brought out some of the best performances 

of the year for a number of players – excellent 

finish to the season! Particular mention goes out 

to Georgie Smith and Lauren Cheung who 

stepped up in leading the first team in tough 

matches, and to Lara Mahbubani for scoring a 

brace of tries for the second team. 

Brent Yorke 

U10G & U9G Girls - SKS AGT 

A tightly packed rugby month meant Easter 

weekend was also the time for the All Girls 

Tournament. Resources were stretched thin, 

with thirteen girls across two teams, but the girls 

were hopping with excitement in the midst of 

the Bunny-filled weekend. 

First up were the Northerners from Sai Kung. 

Kelli and Lea were keen for more games, and 

jumped right into the fray, with Kelli sniping 

around the wings, and Lea punching up through 

the guts. Some great support play saw HKFC 

A up by a few tries in the end. 

DB Pirates were a different matter, and despite 

the tireless tackling from Lucy, we were unable 

to stem the tide. However, this did not get us 

down, and strong runs from Laine, support play 

from Vincy, and supremely aggressive play from 

Sophie, saw us take down Flying Kuris. 

The University students were the last pool 

match, and it was a tight affair that see-sawed 

all the way. Battling through injury, Clare 

provided her rugby nous to steer the ship, while 

Karina continued to probe defences with her 

charging runs eventually drawing level for a well 

contested effort. 

The plate final had us again face the Kukris, and 

we would not disappoint. Continuing her form 

from all day, Natasha almost single-handedly 

out-rucked the opposition, smashed through 

defences, and took down the ball carriers. Great 

day and we took home some silverware. Brilliant 

effort by all. 

Peter Spizzirri 


MINI RUGBY 

U10s 

U10s 

Macau Bats Tournament 

U10s 

On Saturday 14th April, HKFC U10’s took two 

teams to Macau for the Macau Bats Mini Rugby 

Festival. With four games each to be played on 

a hot and humid afternoon it’s was going to be 

hard work. 

The teams were raring to go with players 

inspired by the sevens the weekend before. Up 

first were HKFC 2, they were playing Stingrays 

followed by Valley, USRC Tigers and DB 

Pirates. They played really well coming away 

with 2 wins. HKFC 1 team played Macau Bats, 

Donngguan Bulldogs, Flying Kukris and Sandy 

Bay and finished undefeated. 

Both teams put in a tremendous amount of 

work and effort, passing the ball well and 

creating lots of opportunities to score tries. 

Thank you Macau Bats for putting on a great 

festival, everyone came away having had a 

enjoyable day playing great rugby. 

HKFC 1 

Declan Smulders, Gussy Lyons, Hugo 

Stanbridge, Jamie Pennel, Kota Wong, Liam 

Gordon, Michael Lee, Nicholas Keeley and 

Ollie Phillips 

HKFC 2 

Aleric Hall, Gaspard Manoel, Christopher 

Imbriaco, Isaac Darling, Jack Duggan, Jack 

Scott, Max Norman, William Barnett and 

Dimitri Dimopoulos 

Rich Phillips 

Under 7 

The HKFC U7s fielded a ‘Barbarians’ team (i.e. 

players from across our four regular training 

groups) in the Macau tournament. 

We had a fantastic turn-out (twelve players for 

one squad), and - in order to give our squad 

as much rugby as possible – we, perhaps 

over-generously gifted our own U8s with two 

of our strongest players - Simon Danjoux and 

Lawrence Jones. 

The remaining U7 squad performed very well 

– we remained unbeaten throughout the day, 

finishing 2nd in our group as a result of a very 

hotly-contested draw with Valley (1-1), which 

included a disallowed try for FC after Ante 

Galic had stormed over the line and forgot, 

momentarily, that we were playing touch rugby 

not American Football in the end zone!! So with 

wins over Macau Bats, and DEA Tigers, we 

came 2nd in our group; in the 3rd/ 4th place 

play off, we enjoyed a ‘come from behind’ win 

against Sandy Bay – a great way to end the 

tournament and our regular season. 

Well done to all the players who really ‘gelled’ 

during the day. Special mentions to Naomi 

Chan, Liam Norman, Gus Grewcock, Rob 

Ramsey and James Raper who will be 

representing the U7s at Tanglin in Singapore, 

and who all responded well to the knock out 

competition! Let’s hope we can end a place or 

two higher in Singapore! 

U6 

Duncan Grewcock 

A group of nine very excited five-year-olds 

toured to Macau to participate in their first 

overseas tournament on the 14th April. 

The squad (carefully selected by Head Coach, 

Mark Tsui) comprised: Dylan Akandu, George 

Brock, Paddy Galvin, Sebastian Lai, Lachlan 

McGowan, Max Randall, Ben Roboredo, 

Riku Shiotani, and Declan Tsui. 

The team was drawn in Group B, with HKU 

Sandy Bay, Flying Kukris and, the hosts, 

Macau Bats. Coach Tsui, learning from Sir 

Clive Woodward’s strategy of timed use of 

replacements, divided the team into three 

groups of three with a view to rotating them at 

halftime. 

First match a tight 2-0 to Club, defeating HKU. 

Then up was Flying Kukris; the team, gaining 

confidence, won 3-0. Final group game was 

another impressive 3-0 against Macau Bats. So 

being undefeated, and not having conceded a 

try, the team progressed to the Cup Final. 

If there is going to be a Cup Final then being 

U6 

U6 

U6 

against Valley (who won Group A) was fate. 

The team took to the field under the on-pitch 

coaching of Mark “I’ll do this” Tsui. Group A 

were told “play your hearts out as Group C 

will replace you at half time”. The match was 

deadlocked until a heartbreaking Valley try. With 

little time on the clock, Valley committed an 

infringement and a penalty was awarded with 

consequent turnover. The boys did not need to 

be asked twice: running straight up the pitch to 

score. At 1-1 the klaxon sounded for full time; in 

another pounding attack the ball went 

over the line. Club won 2-1: U6 Cup won “job 

done, tick”. 

Medals having been presented there was a 

celebratory lunch at Fernando’s on Coloane. 

On the ferry home the boys belted out a terrible 

rendition of Queen’s anthem: “We Are The 

Champions”. We now know that U6 play better 

rugby than sing ….. 

Thanks to our on pitch coaches of Andy “Lordy 

it’s hot” Randall, Jose “I’ve been here for days” 

Roboredo and Mark “I’ll do this” Tsui, who 

guided U6 to their first tournament Cup. 

Denis Brock 


Soccer News 

Message from the 

Soccer Captain 

Tables 

HKFA 1st Division 

Robbie Bacon, 

Soccer Section 

Captain 

Hello all, 

A successful season for HKFC has come to 

an end. Colts the latest victors, overcoming 

Spartan’s in the YYL Cup Final 4-0 with a 

masterful performance from start to finish. 

Albion’s Richard Maton broke the YYL record 

with the most top division goals in a single 

season (28!) and becomes the first HKFC player 

to win the YYL golden boot. The 1st Team 

continue their quest for an unbeaten season, 

while the Soccer Sevens will have come to pass 

and we hope the four Club sides have put in a 

good account of themselves. 

Yau Yee League 

This month features the first Captain’s 

Crossword, all answers are people from the 

Soccer Section, we also have the Section 

Photo as taken on the 29th of April, a big thank 

you to all that made it down. We also have end 

of season reports from our YYL sides, Colts, 

Wanderers and Albion. The Soccer Section 

AGM will be held on the 27th of June and we 

look forward to seeing you all there. 

Robbie Bacon 

HKFA 2nd Division 

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Answers will be released through the Club’s Facebook page towards the end of June 

and there were 

often stand out 

performances 

from new signing 

Killoughery and 

full backs Sakai 

and Poon Senior. 

Albion End of Season Report 

The preseason saw a new manager, 

Monty, at the helm and also the transfer 

of three key players from Albion to the 

first team. Nevertheless, Albion made a strong 

start to the season picking up twelve points 

from the first five games with the strike force 

of Maton and McMillan causing havoc in 

opposition defences. 

However, defeats to both Club sides meant 

that Albion were slightly off the pace by 

Christmas. The inevitable transfer of McMillan 

to the first team was somewhat countered 

by the signing of Poon Junior from KCC and 

Albion continued with their attacking brand of 

football under Montgomery in the New Year. 

This contributed to a notable double over 

German All Stars and two hard fought battles 

against cup finalists Spartans. 

Worth and captain Kells did a great job at 

marshalling the midfield throughout the season 

When it came to 

the final game 

of the season 

Albion needed to 

beat Wanderers 

to secure a 

deserved second 

place. With 

veteran centre backs Pugh, in his hundredth 

game, and Spanos inspiring the side there was 

no way through for the Wanderers attacking 

line. Goals from the mercurial Maton, who set 

a first division record of twenty-eight goals for 

the season, and a masterful volley from Worth, 

Albion secured a derby victory and the points 

they needed to finish second. 

Overall, Albion can take many positives, such 

as setting a new league record for goals 

scored, from a somewhat transitional season. 

They should therefore be well placed to mount 

a serious assault on the title in the 2018/19 

campaign! 


SOCCER 

Wanderers End of Season Report 

Wanderers- 2017/2018 

Yau Yee League 

Champions- Oh but 

what could have been…. 

The Wanderers kicked off their 

2017/2018 campaign looking as 

strong as ever. We said goodbye 

to loyal servants Turbo and 

Freddie who secured silverware 

themselves in their debut season 

for the 1s. We did welcome 

a number of new players, 

including: 

Anthony- Property Tycoon- 

Jurenko; James- Bag Lady- 

Keeble; Chris- Cleanish Sheets- 

Wong; Joel- Baby- Anscomb 

(who we bid farewell after being 

offered a contract in Tasmania somewhere) 

and royalty from Germany in the form of a true 

‘blue blood’: Prinz Zu Schleswig-Holstein- 

S-G Julian. Old stalwarts, UniLAD Seb; Sassy 

Scoop, Tiramasu Riley, Pyscho Ricky and 

Cunning linguist Cammy added the experience 

along with yours truly to skipper the side after a 

two year sabbatical with the first team. 

The season kicked off with a comfortable 4-0 

win over Boca which was the first of 5 wins 

without conceding a goal. We were looking 

strong. The first time we conceded was at 

Kings Park to Azurri, where we went 1-0 down 

(The free header from a corner was celebrated 

like they’d won the league). Was this a sign that 

the teams in the league were after our scalp? 

Absolutely. We began to look like as the Gaffucino 

would say, a proper outfit. Our next six 

weeks saw us dispatch old foes GAS and both 

club teams, scoring 11 goals without reply… 

The team sensed there was something special 

about this group of players. 

The Christmas break saw us top of the table 

with maximum points having conceded just one 

goal and still in the Cup. Confidence was sky 

high- could we be the immortals, invincibles, 

the record breakers? A secret santa gift of a 

stool for Martin- Clean Sheets- Yu summed up 

our confidence. What could go wrong? 

That three week break absolutely killed us. As 

a group we managed to put on a cumulative 

50kgs and oh did the niggly injuries start to 

pile up. 

Our resolute defence, once seemingly 

impenetrable started to leak goals. Still with a 

100% record we went 2-0 down to the GAS, 

surely we’d bounce back? Bounce back we did 

to win 3-2 with a last minute header from one of 

the players of the season, Brend- the Salmon- 

Beni. But poor performances and the manner 

in which we were winning games lacked the 

quality of an immortal side, would this catch up 

with us? 

Our first of 3 league defeats came at the hands 

of Spartans. Fielding a back 3 made up of two 

horses that should be made into glue by that 

point (Campo and yours truly) and Jay – the 

Wardrobe- Green who decided to compete 

in a deadlift cross fit competition that morning. 

We were run ragged and found ourselves 3-0 

down at half time. We inevitably mounted our 

comeback to 3-2 and the belief was there 

that we’d do it again… Cue the Wardrobe and 

TOTM for that day, Dan Yee. Like two protons 

in the Hydron Collider, at full pelt smashed into 

each other presenting the Spartans a freebie at 

goal. In the end, Spartans were worthy winners 

over their generous opposition that day. Not for 

the last time that season. 

The immortal status may have been lost, but 

we were still in the cup. We had beaten the 

Hun in the quarter finals, and were presented 

with a tricky away tie against the 

Spartans in the semis. An ugly 

game of football at King’s Park 

saw the VAR come into play on 

more than one occasion. The 

VAR judged the Spartans first 

goal over the line, to the surprise 

of the Wanderers, the referee 

and most notably, the Spartans. 

After 80 mins, we would go 

into extra time looking to nick 

a goal to avoid PKs. However, 

with a few mins remaining in ET 

the Spartans were awarded a 

penalty kick when Martin- Clean 

Sheets- Yu tackled the Spartans 

striker on the edge of the box. 

The Spartans would go on to win 

the tie 3-1. Our ego’s wounded 

not by the manner of the defeat, but another 

subpar performance. In hindsight, we may have 

swerved a bullet as the Colts deservedly won 

the final with one of the best performances in 

Yau Yee league football seen at the Club. Well 

done Colts. 

We ended the season as our Seppo cousins 

would say, 19 and 3. The other two defeats 

coming at the hands of the ever impressive and 

energetic Colts and our oldest frenemies- the 

Albion, a generous Club team indeed we are. 

Notable awards/ achievements/ thanks 

Management team of Beats and Tezza 

(Bad cop, Disappointed Cop) - At last the 

Championship you have worked so hard for. 

Biggest Moaner: Shane- Seppo- Jeffery 

Top Goalscorer: Wolfe 

Player of the season (Skippers choice at least): 

Joel Gaaaasssh… Great season son 

And probably the most impressive, baron 

patch(es) in history- zero goals in 3 Seasons 

from our GMAC 

We look forward to strengthening the squad in 

the summer and going after the elusive Double 

next year. We March on…. 

C.O.Y.W. Wyldy 


SOCCER 

COLTS End of Season Report 

I 

am writing this in the immediate aftermath of 

watching the Colts successfully defend the 

Yau Yee Cup, which we had already won last 

season. In an almost perfect performance we 

beat a very strong Spartans team 4-0 and in 

truth it could easily have been double. Spartans 

had beaten both Wanderers and Albion en-route 

to the final and were favoured to win. 

It wasn’t just that we scored four excellent goals 

but the Colts completely controlled possession 

and Spartans never had a clear chance to 

score. Goals from a Tim Chan header, a 

superbly taken Alex JoJo goal and then two 

goals from our excellent 14 year old prospect 

Liam Doyle, the second one of the deftest 

headers you will ever see. 

I should perhaps point out that this is the 5th 

time the Colts have won the Cup in the last 

eleven years , which is a very fine achievement 

and unequalled in recent times in the Yau Yee 

League. 

The cup final result came after a series of 

superb performances where we beat Albion 3-0, 

beat champions Wanderers 4-2 in one of the 

best games ever seen at this level at HKFC plus 

a 4-0 win over Azzurri and a final 5-1 victory 

over Squadron where we played so many young 

and exciting new prospects who will help form 

the nucleus of next season’s squad. 

Colts ended up third for the second year 

running in the league and credit to both Albion 

and champions Wanderers who showed 

greater consistency than ourselves over the 

whole season, but the coaching staff take 

great pride in watching the young lads mature 

during the season…… and we are regularly 

told how the Colts play the best football in the 

league because they are taught the “right way 

to play”. Other team managers including the 

Spartans and Germans coaching staff felt this 

is the best Colts team they have seen in the last 

eight years….. and when you look at the large 

number of players who are 16 or under in the 

squad it promises to be a good generation for 

future Club teams. 

There are so many players who deserve 

mention but we must mention the captain 

Jack Gallagher and vice captain Tim Chan, 

who have been inspirational to the whole team 

throughout the season. 

We look forward to seeing these young lads 

progress in their footballing careers. 

Section Photo 

Junior Soccer News 

U9s shine in HKJFL Tournament 

Saturday April 14th 

After being runners up twice before, the U9’s 1st team claimed their division title to win the 

plate and claim promotion to the Premier league for next season. With victories against Tai 

Tam Tigers, Brazilian Soccer School and APSS, the players showed great fighting spirit 

on a very hot day. HKFC U9’s had a new keeper and Enzo Levaire provided some magnificent 

saves under pressure, Matthew Suntay, showed great tackle timing at the back - with the 

defence only conceding 1 goal throughout the whole tournament. Joshua Baker showed great 

control and distribution talent in central midfield to help connect the play. With strong wing work 

and numerous assists from Zack Hamilton-Dick, Archie Jarman and Daniel Watts we had 

great goals from Hogan Yeung, and Healey Price. Players player was Hogan Yeung. HKFC U9’s 

scored a total of 18 goals over the 5 games. Well done HKFC U9’s a great win!! 

David Watts – U9 Head Coach 


Hockey News 

Message from the Men’s Captain 

By the time of reading the season will be over but I am writing on the 

eve of the cup runs – so best of luck to all teams in their respective 

competitions. A special mention goes to the H team for securing a 

famous win against KCC D in their first cup fixture. End of Season reports 

from each team captain will be in next month’s issue which I encourage 

you to read. 

A couple of notable departures this month, firstly, “Classic” Michael 

Gee who left for the UK after two years playing with the A team 

and coaching at the Club. Known for his questionable haircuts and 

unorthodox coaching style (which allegedly included giving out half-time 

player ratings), Michael was very involved across the Men’s, Women’s 

and Junior’s sections and I’d like to thank him for all his hard work and 

enthusiasm. 

“Wild” Willy Earl Holderness is also heading home after completing his 

one year tenure as an overseas coach and playing for the A team. As well 

as being a good hockey player, Will also has an excellent singing voice – if 

you haven’t heard it then do 

ask, he’s usually more than 

happy to oblige. I’d like to 

thank Will for all he’s brought 

to all facets of the Section in 

such a short space of time. 

We are very sorry to see them 

both leave. Their energy and 

passion for all aspects of the 

Section will be missed both 

on and off the pitch. I thank 

you both very much and hope 

to see you back in Hong Kong 

soon. 

Stuart Evans, Men’s 

Captain 

Men’s G Team 

Men’s G team social at Ashley’s place in Stanley Men’s G team enjoying a bottomless brunch Our in-house medic 

The 2017/18 Season: 

The first of (hopefully) many seasons for a new captain is always the 

hardest, or so I was told. With three early defeats, an early retirement 

announcement by Oscar Poelmann (via email) and an oversubscribed 

team, trying to work out the winning formation in our run up to Christmas 

was a tough one. Sitting uncomfortably in the middle of the table we 

knew that we couldn’t afford to slip up again. Following a bruising 2-1 

defeat to the Dutch, we began to find our groove and, with a bit of 

consistency finally creeping in, Sam Turvey announced his sudden and 

early departure from Hong Kong. This had the potential to throw the 

team, however what ensued was an undefeated run of league games 

(17) that continues to this day. During this winning streak we were able to 

strike swift sweet revenge against the Dutch upon their return to hallowed 

ground; they witnessed us hit 3 goals unanswered. Delicious. In addition, 

our performance to beat the eventual league winners, Aquila C, 3-1 shall 

forever be remembered as one of the best team performances we put in 

all season. However, due to the strength and form of other teams in the 

league we could only muster a 3rd place finish, even with stats of 16-3-3. 

Safe to say we’re all looking forward to continuing the run of form, surely it 

can only get easier from here..? 

Highlight of the Season: 

They say fortune favours the brave and the Cup Draw presented us 

with the chance to prove to ourselves that we are ready and should be 

playing Division 3 hockey next season. The match against HKFC F’s was 

one that will come back to haunt us all for some time. Having gone 1-0 

up, 1-1 and then 2-1 up, aided by Lyle William’s yellow card from the 

dugout, the game was resting uncomfortably on a knife-edge. A lack of 

concentration for only a minute allowed the Fs to draw level in the dying 

minutes, taking the game to extra time and with that the defeat of the 

Gs. The Gs stumbled only at the last quarter, however not all was lost. 

As Maximus once said, the Gs had won the crowd, and with that their 

freedom to hang up their sticks (at least until the summer). 

Players Player and Player of the Season: 

Daniel Martin, Defensive Midfielder. Outstanding strength, stamina and 

timing. Temperament and availability for social events to be improved. 

Best of luck back in New Zealand. 

Social Events: 

The various socials throughout the year have ensured that we have 

celebrated our wins well. Highlights include (and are limited to): 

Oktoberfest, Christmas Ball, Bottomless Brunch and Ashley’s gaff in 

Stanley. 

Departures: 

With a heavy heart, we bid farewell to Sam Turvey and Daniel Martin. 

Two titans of the sport who bolstered the midfield and were ever 

dependable, best of luck back in Blighty and New Zealand. 


HOCKEY 

Men’s H Team – 

A season of two halves 

The Mighty H’s post-Xmas season has been much more rewarding 

than our pre-Xmas win rate. After a Sportsman’s Bar crisis meeting, 

it was identified that we needed a striker and a coach and had to tap the 

Xmas transfer market pronto. A quick whip-round raised about $19.20 

and we figured that would be enough for the quality we needed… 

In quick succession we landed Clive “Hit Man” Miners to fire up our 

forward line and Rory “Broken Leg” Davis as coach. We spent the 

last 20 cents on midfield legend Vivek Kadam and, for the outrageous 

price of a pint, Patrick Watt claimed he would put his flying career on 

hold to get us through this challenging time. And then a strange thing 

happened… we started winning. Clive was on fire, bagging a hat trick in 

his 3rd game. Rory provided sage advice with gems like, “that’s the worst 

game of hockey I’ve seen you play so far”, and the new midfield pair 

gelled nicely with our youngsters Jamie Evans and Fraiser Giulianotti. 

We did have our setbacks though, losing Chris Jones for the rest of the 

season due to back injury caused while tripping over his stick, Joel Chu 

only being able to turn out sporadically due to multiple injuries incurred 

while tying his shoelaces, and us foolishly loaning Andy Kidd to the G’s 

so they could win the league, which they duly blew, oh well… 

However more heroic events were to come with the H’s winning their 

first cup game in living memory. Performance’s like the one from MOM 

Anthony “I’m now a defender” Brophy got us through to full time with 

a draw. The game then went to penalties and after the 9th we finally 

prevailed with some outrageous goalkeeping by Geoff “what a dive” 

Riddell and Prakash “eagle eye” Kirpalani bagging two goals for us. The 

bookies have us as odds on to get knocked out in the next round, but 

what do they know? We are The Mighty H’s …. 

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HOCKEY 

Message from the Ladies’ Captain 

It has been a big few weeks for the HKFC ladies, as the season wraps 

up. The As and Bs finished their league campaigns, with the As 

keeping a clean sheet in each of their matches in 2018 – quite some 

achievement. They move on to their Holland Cup campaigns just as 

the weather heats up nicely. 

The highlight of the last month for me was the Cs v Ds Cup Final, held 

at Kings Park on 28th April. Both squads were lighter on bodies than 

usual – but it promised to be an exciting and feisty game nonetheless, 

as Club derbies (and this one in particular) always are. With Ds 

goalkeeper Xinyao Liu representing Hong Kong at the Youth Olympic 

Games Qualifers in Bangkok, Annabel Baillie donned the pads to 

stand in between the posts for the Ds – a daunting prospect when her 

favoured position is outfield. Although she was not able to completely 

see off the striking forces of Ida Wong and Anika De Blank who 

slotted two goals away to give the Cs a 2-0 lead, I am told by many 

sources that Annabel was absolutely outstanding and the Ds were 

very lucky to have her! The Ds were not to be easily defeated, and 

fought hard right until the end. Spectators were treated to an anxious 

moment when youngster Anna Aiello bravely stepped up to take a 

penalty stroke for the Ds, and showed tremendous composure and 

poise to ensure it gave the Ds a goal back. Although the final score 

finished 2-1 to the Cs (ensuring they secured the Triple this year 

(the League, the Cup and the 5-a-side Tournament)), everyone did 

themselves proud and all walked off the pitch with their heads held 

high and their hands reaching out for some fizz! 

We were very proud to see four of our youngsters 

head off to Bangkok to take part in the Youth 

Olympic Games Qualifiers – Brianne Laot (Cubs), 

Isabel Li (Cubs), Xinyao Liu (Ds) and Chloe Sik 

(Cs) (all under the watchful eyes of coach Arif 

Ali (Men’s As and coach of Ladies’ As). It was a 

very tough few days for them, up against China, 

Malaysia, Japan and Chinese Taipei – a difficult 

group indeed! They did themselves, HKFC and 

Hong Kong very proud though – finishing 4th in their group, getting 

goals past China, Malaysia and Japan and beating Chinese Taipei for 

the first time at junior level. As coach Arif said, “The future looks very 

bright!”. I know that it was an incredible experience for them, playing 

against the top teams in Asia, and hopefully they will cherish the 

memories and use what they have learned to build on their skills for 

their teammates at HKFC and in the Hong Kong squad. Girls – all of 

us at HKFC are very proud of you! 

For those of you who have finished for the summer – you lucky ducks 

– please enjoy some downtime! To the As and Bs – best of luck in the 

Holland Cup. 

See you on the pitch and in the bar soon. 

Lynsey Edgar, Ladies’ Captain 


HOCKEY 

Ladies’ G Team 

Ladies’ G team at training 

It was a chilly Thursday evening. The full moon lit up the dusky sky as 

it set the scene for an event that would define the fate of the G Team 

forever. Hearts were racing and palms were sweaty as we watched 

Lightning surpass Panther in a triumphant effort of potato sack racing. 

But tenacious Panther was determined. In her final flight, she raced 

her fiery feet in a hamster-like effort and whizzed past Lighting in a 

titanic effort to seal the victory. Unfortunately, hamsters are no match 

for Panthers and in a dramatic and drunken struggle both Lighting and 

Panther crossed the finish line in an unsatisfying yet splendid draw. 

After a year of magnificent yet civil coaching, the G Team – who probably 

hold the record for most coaches to have ever coached a single team 

– decided it was time to sus out our coaching talent and see who really 

deserves the title of “best G-Team coach of all time”. Izzy O’Connor 

and Rachel Whittaker were up for the gladiator challenge but, true to 

Team dinner 

G Team form, alcohol had to be involved. After 10 rounds of spinning 

heads around hockey sticks, sprinting, dribbling, climbing and drinking, 

our gladiator coaches crossed the finish line together and left us with 

a very unsatisfying “awwww sweet”… With the rounds and rounds of 

challenges, the Gs experienced the instant effect of heightened fitness 

levels and advanced stick skills after a fun night of training. 

This fabulous year of training led by our two brilliant coaches, Izzy and 

Rachel from the A and B squads proved effective enough for the Gs to 

survive the year in Division 3. With the Gs holding a top 3 spot during 

the start of season, and the 8-0 win over Swire B in the Cup game, the 

challenge to face higher division teams and to score more goals can now 

be deemed: reasonably completed. 

This year we bid farewell to our legend of a coach Izzy “the lighting 

hamster” O’Connor, and a few of our beloved and long-time players 

Isla Hughes, Ashley Man and Shaila Lambert. Isla has been captain 

for two consecutive years and did a fantastic job in bringing the team 

together. What more can we ask for from a captain who also brought 

in her extraordinary musical talent by composing our Christmas musical 

Nightmare before Christmas that is never to be forgotten? Ashley 

“golden stick” Man, for a consecutive 7 years, fired legendary goals past 

any and every goalie, laying a solid goal foundation in the Gs of fiery 

flicks every time she’s in the D. Shaila has been playing for the Club since 

1997, legendary in both defence and dance moves, her experience and 

advice will surely be missed. 

The Gs ended their season in a mild and mellow Indian curry night. True 

to form, mellowness is never enough for these gals and the evening soon 

developed into countless amount of shots and dance moves, and many 

more get-togethers to carry on the celebrations. One of these nights 

was coach Izzy’s farewell dinner in her all-time favourite Korean BBQ 

restaurant – we already miss you coach Izzy! And yet the celebrations are 

not done, as the Gs look forward to celebrating this year’s hockey season 

with more bubbles, dancing and fun at the end-of-season social. 

Our legendary coaches Rachel and Izzy 

Liza Nel and April Cheng 


HOCKEY 

Ladies’ H Team (Cubs) – That’s a wrap! 

As the Cubs’ first season comes to an 

end, we are proud to say that we’ve been 

unbeaten in our league all season. Winning 

our debut season is something very special 

for the team as it is the first year of playing 

senior hockey for all of us. Looking back to the 

beginning of the season, the Cubs have gone 

from strength to strength and that wouldn’t 

have happened if it weren’t for our team spirit 

and the guidance from our amazing coaches. 

Something definitely worth mentioning is that 

this season four of our players, Brianne Laot, 

Emily Mann, Isabel Li, and Jacqueline Chu 

were selected to be a part of the Hong Kong 

National Junior Squad. Brianne and Isabel 

recently represented Hong Kong in the Asian 

Youth Olympic Games Qualifiers in Bangkok. 

The rest of the Cubs couldn’t be prouder. 

Of course, winning the league means that 

the Cubs will be promoted to Division 4 next 

season, as well as seeing some of our older 

players move up to play in different teams. The 

Cubs were so close to advancing to the Bowl 

semi-finals, but unfortunately lost to Ewis A in 

the quarter-finals. Despite our loss, we went 

on to win the 5-a-side tournament, the perfect 

season finale. 

As summer approaches, some of the Cubs will 

be joining the highly anticipated annual youth 

tour to Perth. On the other hand, some not 

so exciting news, we are sad to bid farewell 

to a few people this season. Grace Early, 

Jojo Spooner, Lilly Mahn and of course our 

wonderful coach Will Holderness as they 

depart from the Hockey Section. The Cubs wish 

them all the best of luck in the future. Enough 

said, the Cubs are excited and can’t wait for the 

upcoming season to start! 

Jacqueline Chu, Cubs’ Captain 


HOCKEY 

Dinos Celebrate 30 Years of Hockey 

The weekend of Friday 27th April (plus Wednesday 25th April) saw 

the Hockey Section’s Ladies’ F Team, aka the Dinosaurs, celebrate 

30 years of hockey. Formed in 1988 as the Club’s D Team, the Dinos are 

now the F Team but still play in the Second Division. 

Captain Jo Moore and her organising committee planned a weekend 

of fun for the Dinos, twelve of whom had flown in from overseas for the 

event. Seven of the original team members (Averil Waters, Leslie “the 

General” Glancy, Lesley Walton, Susie Logan, Heather Probert, Jan 

“the Salad Tosser” Breen and Mary Coghill) attended the celebration. 

On the Wednesday, ten Dinos boarded ‘OverBudget’ to sail to Lamma 

for a seafood dinner and on the Friday twenty-seven Dinos travelled to 

Fernando’s in Macau (drinks were served on the ferry just before the 

safety demonstration). On the Saturday, there was an afternoon session 

on the Club Pitch, with an entertaining group warm up and a game 

of ‘Hockey 5s The Fun Version’ kindly orchestrated by Chappie and 

umpired by Renee Spencer. That evening, thirty-eight Dinos in their 

‘Posh Frocks and Pearls’ enjoyed a delicious celebration dinner in one 

of the Club’s new Happy Valley Suites. Club Chairman John Shanahan, 

accompanied by General Manager Mark Pawley, GC Member for the 

Hockey Section Charlie Poulton and Hockey Section Chairperson 

Leena Madhvani, started proceedings with a champagne toast before 

wisely departing to a safe place. Entertainment during the night included a 

quiz, a dirty dancing competition and a performance by a dance troupe to 

“Who Let the Dogs Out?” ‘Who?’ indeed was the cry. 

Sunday was spent at the Indian Recreation Club joined by family and 

friends – a grand total of 60 adults and 11 children enjoyed the sunshine, 

a recovery curry buffet and then more drinks! The Dinos were easy to 

spot as each one was resplendent in a purple 30th anniversary shirt, the 

cost of which had been generously subsidized by the Hockey Section. 

At the end of the weekend the Dinos felt thoroughly spoiled by the Club, 

the Hockey Section (thanks to Lynsey Edgar, Ladies Captain for her kind 

words and to Helen Champion, Communications Officer for her fabulous 

poem) and Stella Bella Wines. Thank you to the Club and Hockey Section 

for your generosity in helping the Dinos celebrate their 30-year milestone. 

Here’s to the next 30 years – pip pip! 

Alison Cabrelli, Dinos Scribe 

Farewell Chee! 

Kim and Chee 

Despite the unfortunate weather, spirits were high 

as the Kimchees summer hockey team gathered 

en masse to wish farewell to their beloved Chee. 

Feeling fabulous in his dashing purple wig, Chee 

entertained spectators upfront with his silky skills, 

but alas it was not to be and the Kims came away 

victorious – perhaps his vision was impaired by those 

flowing locks? 

The match was followed by fines of kimchi (what 

else?!), trophies for the leavers (Chee, Georgie 

Barber and Katy Spooner) and celebrations in the 

Sportsman’s Bar until the early hours - the blinds 

were down I hear! It was a very fitting end to a 

Kimchees night and lived up to the true spirit of the 

team; “win, lose, we always booze.” 


HOCKEY 

Guv Dillon 

Scholarship Award 

Shepherdson Cup 

The ‘Guv Dillon Scholarship Award’ presented to 

Maya Maloney by Arif Ali. 

Junior Hockey end of Season Fun! 

The ‘Shepherdson Cup’... presented by James 

Shepherdson to this year’s recipient, Gwenael Laot. 

Chappie proudly flanked by Gwenael and Maya. 

End of Season 


Lawn Bowls News 

New Season Unveiled by Rituals of Pig-Cutting Ceremony 

Loads of luck was brought by the pig-cutting 

ceremony for the new season held on 

Saturday, 28th April with a sensational turnout 

of 104 Section bowlers. This annual curtainraiser 

for the Premier leagues was followed by 

an intra-section warm-up game with all 104 

bowlers divided into two sides – Red Vs Blue. 

Rink games were held on both Outdoor Green 

and Indoor Carpet concurrently with a tie as 

a result of the three rounds of competition. 

Fourteen teams competed against each other 

over 7 rinks on grass turf and twelve teams 

bowled on the 6-rink Indoor Carpet. Blue side 

won the game at the Outdoor Green and Red 

side won at the Indoor Carpet. 

More importantly, everyone enjoyed a joyful 

afternoon of bowling fun with generous 

servings of delicious roast pork. We all look 

forward to a blissful and rewarding season! 

Women’s 

National Pairs 

Championship 

Final 2018 

Our ladies’ A Team players 

- Dorothy Yu and Vivian 

Yip – have edged over 100 

teams and entered into the Final 

of this year’s Women’s National 

Pairs Championship. The Final is 

provisionally scheduled to be held 

at Filipino Club on 1st July. Please 

do come and show your support 

to your fellow teammates! 

KCC’s S C Trophy Keeps Our 

Friendship Green 

total of twenty-four HKFC players enjoyed an afternoon of not just lawn 

A bowling fun but also rekindling our strong sense of sporting community at 

the annual friendly game with KCC at its 4th year of running taking place on 

14th April. The 18-end mixed-gender rink games turned out to be a tie with 18 

points scooped by each side. The S C Trophy finally went to KCC at the photo 

finish with a difference of 15 shots. 


LAWN BOWLS 

HKFC Podium Finish at Four-Club Inter-port Match 2018 

Two other leading local bowling clubs joined 

HKFC in taking on the challenge by Royal 

Bangkok Sports Club (RBSC) in this year’s 

Inter-port Match which was staged at Kowloon 

Cricket Club on 21st – 22nd April. 

A total of thirty-two players from HKFC 

together with players from Hong Kong Cricket 

Club and Kowloon Cricket Club (KCC) enjoyed 

the two-day tournament of round-robin 

competition. HKFC teams captured the First 

Runner-up by keeping RBSC at bay whilst 

KCC were crowned the overall Champions. 


Netball News 

Chairwoman’s Report 

Thanks to everyone that came along to the AGM and end 

of season luncheon, there was a wonderful turnout with 

plenty of laughs to celebrate the end of the season. Thank 

you to the outgoing committee for all of your time and effort that 

enabled a smooth and successful season 2017-2018. I’d like to 

say thanks to the incoming committee as well, for volunteering 

to help run the Netball DSA in the season ahead. Enjoy the 

break from Netball and we will see you in August for trials! 

Netball Awards 

We gave out a few awards to some of our great 

players this season. Well done to all! 

Club Person of The Year 

Cheryl White 

Tassie Brakenridge 

Netball DSA Chairperson 

Trial dates will be confirmed shortly, and all updates will be 

posted on our facebook page. 

NETBALL AGM 

May 5th 2018 

Club 

Coaches player: Tassie Brakenridge 

Players player: Cassie Graham 

The Netball DSA had their Annual General Meeting followed by lunch and drinks on a beautiful 

sunny Saturday at Bond restaurant in Tin Hau. It was great to see all the ladies catching up and 

enjoying themselves after a long season. 

Facebook Page 

Please follow us on Facebook page to see the latest happenings: 

https://www.facebook.com/hkfcnetball/ 


NETBALL 

Typhoons 

Coaches player: Amelia Handford 

Players player: Netra Hankins 

Whirlies 

Coaches player: Leanne Barbaro 

Players player: Gina Henderson 

Hurricanes 

Coaches player: Sophie Telford 

Players player: Leeann Jamieson 

Monsoons 

Players Player: Kathryn Ashley 

Tornadoes 

Coaches player: Kodie Hultgren 

Player: Shannon Lee 

Cyclones 

Players player: Kate Leung 

Looking for Sponsors 

The Netball DSA is looking for sponsors to enable future growth and development of the Netball DSA. 

Benefits to the sponsoring individual or company can be discussed with the Sponsorship Officer. If you 

are interested, or know someone who may be interested in becoming a Netball DSA sponsor, please 

contact info@hkfcnetball.com 


Tennis News 

Charity Cup and Start of Season Lunch 

Sunday morning April 29th saw more than 

thirty players gather for the Tennis Society’s 

Charity Cup. Donations from the tournament 

participants and the greater membership 

combined to raise $10,000 for the Hong Kong 

Guide Dogs Association. 

Play stretched across five courts and saw a total 

of 50 no-let, no-deuce matches played. Befitting 

the nature of the event (not to mention the early 

Sunday morning) the competition was social. 

Although Garreth Anwar was made to sweat 

when his team was reduced to one racquet and 

Warwick Foy decided to play pin the tail on the 

donkey! 

Thanks goes out to Jamaica Ang and Eddie 

Ng and their team at the Club Sports Desk for 

their invaluable assistance in arranging court 

bookings and equipment for the day. Special 

thanks to Allen Belobrajdic for his work as 

tournament director, and Karen and Jeremy 

Thorne for their work behind the scenes. Last 

but not least, thank you to the players, your 

generosity of spirit made for a fantastic day. 


TENNIS 

Tennis Society - 

Annual General 

Meeting 

On Thursday the 21st of June at 7pm the 

Tennis Society will hold its’ Annual General 

Meeting. Members of the Tennis Society 

are invited to review the business of 

the year past, and to join the incoming 

committee for cocktails and canapes. 

Members interested in joining the 

committee may email the Secretary: Tanya 

Clark at tanya_master@hotmail.com. 

The deadline for nominations is the 14th 

of June and the nomination form will be 

available at reception from the 5th of June. 


Golf News 

HKFC vs HK Cricket Club 

Monday 16th April, Macau GCC 

A 

snap of cool weather preceded this 

match with golfers arriving armed with 

long pants and wet weather gear that 

had been tucked away in storage a few weeks 

earlier. Fortunately a small spattering of rain 

and a little wind would have little bearing on the 

outcome with the course and greens in good 

condition. HK Cricket Club went into this game 

with confidence having won back this trophy for 

the first time in a few years in 2017. 

Jonny Brock and Mike Button led off for 

HKFC hoping to capitalise on recent golf form 

from Phuket but found the pairing of Andrew 

Orr and Justin Pearce a tough nut to crack. 

Despite a late resurgence from 4 down they had 

left themselves too much to do and went down 

2 and 1. Not the start we were after. 

Terry Wright and Jukka Hakli were next off the 

tee for the HKFC. This match stumbled along 

all square until the 5th hole where Cricket Club’s 

David Collins and Matt Davies went 1 up. 

This was clearly the trigger needed as 3 holes 

were quickly won by the HKFC pair before the 

turn. This edge was maintained through the 

back nine until the 16th hole where Terry finally 

managed to roll in a birdie putt from off the 

green to close the match out 3 and 2. 

Dallas Reid and Owen Davis had the 

misfortune to strike the HKCC pairing of Greg 

Paull and Phil Elliott in hot form. Despite 

playing reasonably well themselves they had 

no answer in particular to Phil Elliott who was 

having a round to remember playing well under 

his handicap and helping to win this contest 3 

and 2 to HKCC. 

Duncan Spooner and Jenny Chapman had 

the challenge of taking on Adrian Waters 

(HKCC Teaching Professional) and Robert 

Barber a frequent seasoned opponent who 

like many HK golfers represents several of 

the local golf societies. This was a very good 

contest in which Duncan and Jenny played well 

and gave themselves lots of opportunities but 

unfortunately the putts just would not drop. The 

match ended in a hard fought draw after Adrian 

played some great golf to come home in even 

par over the back nine. 

Alas at two and a half matches to one and a half 

any chance of regaining the trophy was gone 

but could Phil Head and Matt Burke pull out a 

win to restore some pride. Their match against 

Jeremy Platts and Ray Kennedy was a ding 

dong battle which ebbed and flowed with the 

lead changing hands throughout. It was all up 

for grabs still on the 18th tee but unfortunately 

that was also the way it ended with 18 holes 

not enough to decide this one and another hard 

fought draw on the scoresheet. 

A win to HK Cricket Club 3 points to 2 and 

another year to wait before we get a crack at 

this piece of silverware. 

Long Drive was won by Andrew Orr (HKCC) 

and Nearest Pin prizes by Owen Davis (HKFC), 

Greg Paull (HKCC), Andrew Orr (HKCC), Mike 

Button (HKFC) and Jonny Brock (HKFC). 

KSC South Outing 

Monday 23rd April 

Another wonderful day for golf, 28 degrees with warm 

sunshine. We thought it is going to be very hot and 

humid on the day, however it turned out just fine. 

As usual, the coach departure from HKFC to Sai Kung was 

at 7.30am and we managed to arrive at Kai Sai Chau at 

9am. We had two players join the Golf Society event for the 

very first time and they were David Chiu and Irene Muk. 

Welcome to the Golf Society and we are looking forward to 

play more golf with you. 

The first to tee off were Allan Homeming, David Chu, 

David Watt and Allan Hay. Allan played a wonderful round 

of golf with a score of 88 and 38 stableford points winning 

David giving his ball a severe talking to 

before launch! 

Why is this man not on the PGA tour? 


GOLF 

second place in the event. To celebrate this wonderful round of golf, he 

was going to challenge the North Course the next day! I hope he posted 

another low score! 

The second to tee off were Jukka Hakli, David Lindsay and myself. 

Jukka did not play very well on the front nine with 45 strokes but he 

posted a very low score of 39 on the back nine. In total, he scored 84 and 

won the first place with 40 stableford points. David and I witnessed one of 

the greatest saves ever on hole 2 which is a 149 yards par 3 hole with a 

hazard down the left side. Jukka hit a high draw to the hazard with tough 

stance and could barely place his club on the rough. He chipped it out 

and left him a 40 foot long putt and he made the putt. How on earth did 

he do that! Then he kept his momentum going and scored 4 pars for the 

remaining 7 holes to post a 23 stableford points on the back nine. 

The third to tee off were Helen Hayward, Irene Muk and Melanie 

Watt. Helen won 3 NP 3s and 2 shots nearest the pin in par 4. Melanie 

managed to win the NP on hole 11. The last group won all the nearest 

to the pin! Helen posted one of the lowest rounds with 80 and won third 

place with 34 stableford points. Congratulations to all winners! 

Below is the breakdown of the scoring 

1st Place 

Jukka Hakli 40 points 

2nd Place 

Allan Hay 38 points 

3rd Place 

Helen Hayward 34 points 

Best Gross 

Ted Li (91) points 

NP hole 2: 

NP hole 5: 

NP hole 11: 

NP hole 16: 

NP 2nd Shot NTP A6: 

LDM: 

LDF: 

Helen Hayward 

Helen Hayward 

Melanie Watt 

Helen Hayward 

Helen Hayward 

Ted Li 

Helen Hayward 

So we all get back to the Club at 5.30pm. We will see you the next event 

in KSC North on the 17th of May! 

Happy Golfing 

Ted Li, Golf Event Organiser 

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Swimming & Triathlon News 

Club Dominates In Swimrun Series 

TerraMar has brought the popular 

SwimRun series to Hong Kong. In 

SwimRun, competitors can use any aids 

they want to use, however aids must be carried 

at all times. So, unless you have leather soles, 

you swim with your shoes on! The Club is a 

big supporter of the event and dominated the 

podium in the inaugural event in Sai Kung in 

November 2017. 

On 22nd April, starting from South Bay, the 

second race of the SwimRun series consisted 

of a 1.5k swim followed by a 1k run to Middle 

Bay and a 0.7k swim to Repulse Bay. A run 

along the beach and the promenade for 2.3k 

was followed by a 0.5k swim to the Hong Kong 

Golf Club. The final 2.7k scurry up the trail to 

Parkview and then down to the finish at the 

Tai Tam BBQ area completed the race. Two 

races ran simultaneously with SwimRun: the 

AquaTerra aquathon (1.5k swim, 14k trail run) 

and the Terra14 (14k trail run). 

Matthieu got line honours in the race, closely 

followed by Vasco and Iain. After the race, 

Society warrior Iain Veitch left us to relocate 

back to his homeland. Hong Kong’s loss is 

Scotland’s gain. Good luck Iain! 

Results are as follows: 

SwimRun 

Matthieu Maury 1st M 18-39 

Vasco Van der Flier 2nd M 18-39 

Iain Veitch 3rd M 18-39 

Matt Belecanech 6th M 18-39 

Singha Chau 12th M 18-39 

Nicolas Gontard 2nd M 40 + 

Marcus Chu 4th M 40 + 

Adrian McCarroll 6th M 40 + 

Lachlan Wolfers 7th M 40 + 

Debbie Hanley 3rd F 18-39 

Jessica McCarroll 2nd F 40 + 

AquaTerra 

James Mabbutt 3rd M 18-35 

Splash Dash Relay 

HKFC Swimming and Triathlon Society recently 

participated in the annual SPLASH DASH relay 

in support of SPLASH Hong Kong. SPLASH 

is a charity organisation that conducts swim 

and water safety courses for under-served 

communities who do not have the means to 

access them, with a particular focus on Hong 

Kong’s domestic helper population. Bringing 

together experienced coaches in a supportive 

group setting, Splash provides an opportunity 

for participants to learn an important life skill 

which develops confidence, improves well being 

and allows people to flourish both in and out 

of the water. By 2020, SPLASH will provide 

5000 of Hong Kong’s domestic helpers with the 

opportunity to learn how to swim. 

On 18th March, HKFC’s star swimmers teamed 

up with two SPLASH graduates in a quest to 

swim as many laps as possible in a thirty minute 

period. Not only did the Swimming and Triathlon 

Society raise more than $18,000 for SPLASH, 

we were also one of the top performing teams 

on the day, completing more than 90 laps 

in thirty minutes! Many thanks to our relay 

participants Jessica McCarroll, Matthieu 

Maury, Rupert Puels and Sally Gentle for 

their stellar performance on the day and to 

the entire squad for their fundraising efforts. 

The Swimming and Triathlon Society focuses 

on more than just training and competition. 

This event was a great opportunity to promote 

the sport we love, ensure it’s accessibility and 

support the local community. 

Terra14 

Ellie Batterham 1st F 18-35 


Ten Pin Bowling 

BIG Report 

Henry Luy 

Chairman of BIG 

On 15th March, BIG played a home 

game against Royal Hong Kong Yacht 

Club (RHKYC) which was the 10th 

Match for the HKICTB 12th League Season 

2017-18. BIG did it again with 19 to 3 on 

scratch but drew with our visitor 11 to 11 

on the handicap series. BIG with Adrian 

Li scoring two games with 203 and 209 

respectively and scoring his third high games 

series with 570. Norman Wong of BIG also 

scored a high game of 199. Only one more 

point can be marked in the 200+ series. 

Better luck next time, Norman! 

On 12th April, BIG played another home 

game Match No.12 against the Ladies 

Recreation Club (LRC). BIG team scoring 

17 to 5 on scratch and 14 to 8 on 

handicap series. A great effort by all BIG 

team members with such an outstanding 

performance. Adrian Li did a game with 206, 

Ian Burns scoring two games with 193 and 

196; and Emy Clarke played a high game 

of 182 after knee recovery. Both Charles Li 

and our captain Marian Au scored a game of 

174. Well done, Team! 

Match 11 between HKFC and HKCrC (Hong 

Kong Cricket Club) was rescheduled to play 

on 18th April 2018 at HKCrC. BIG did it 

again with 20 to 2 on scratch and 13 to 9 

on handicap. Charles Li scoring an average 

of 181 for the three games and Emy Clarke 

scoring a high game of 180 and an average 

of 169. Congratulations! 

With one more match to go for the HKICTB 

league, we anticipate good results for this 

season for BIG and all its participating 

members for their BIG efforts! 

BIG was invited to join the SAMSUNG 61st 

Festival of Sport -2018 Ten Pin Bowling 

Championships on 27th May 2018 at SCAA 

Bowling Centre and BIG was also invited to 

join the 44th Hong Kong International Open 

Tenpin Bowling Championships – Bowling 

Clubs Challenge Cup on 23rd June 2018 at 

SCAA Bowling Centre which is organised by 

the Hong Kong Tenpin Bowling Congress 

(HKTBC). Keep striking, BIG ! 

Henry Luy, BIG Chairman 

HONG KONG INTER CLUB TENPIN BOWLING 

12th LEAGUE BOWLING SEASON 2017-18 

HKICTB LEAGUE TEAM STANDINGS 

ROUND 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 

15 April 2018 

CLUB 

A B C D 

TEAM LRC RHKYC KCC HKCrC KTC HKC HKFC 

E 

F 

G 

H 

Total Scratch 

Points 

LEAGUE POINTS TO DATE 

Total 

Handicap 

Points 

CLUB 

TEAM 

AVE POINTS 

Position 

Position 

AVE POINTS 

A 

B 

C 

D 

E 

F 

G 

LRC 

RHKYC 

KCC 

HKCrC 

KTC 

HKC 

HKFC 

SCR 16 15 15 12 15 9.5 4 20 15 5 126.50 12.65 

LRC 

HCP 10 5 12 7 13 20 4 18 17 8 114.00 11.40 

SCR 6 7 7 15 7 9 2 4 6 3 66.00 6.60 

RHKYC 

HCP 12 17 4 17 9 15 6 6 13 11 110.00 11.00 

SCR 7 10 15 14 7 5 13 4 14 7 96.00 9.60 

KCC 

HCP 10 15 18 10 15 9 18 4 11 9 119.00 11.90 

SCR 7 7 8 15 7 4 14 16 2 80.00 8.89 

HKCrC 

HCP 9 5 12 7 13 7 14 15.5 10.5 93.00 10.33 

SCR 12.5 18 15 13 17 9 15 18 22 18 12 169.50 15.41 

KTC 

HCP 2 18 13 7 13 4 9 15 20 17 5 123.00 11.18 

SCR 2 20 18 18 8 8 6 0 4 2 86.00 8.60 

HKC 

HCP 4 16 16 18 11 8 6.5 2 9 6 96.50 9.65 

SCR 7 17 16 19 15 20 4 10 18 20 146.00 14.60 

HKFC 

HCP 5 14 9 11 13 11.5 5 17 13 16 114.50 11.45 

SCR 

H 

HCP 

Hong Kong Inter Club Tenpin Bowling Chairman: 

Gerald Lau 

Email: gerald33@netvigator.com 


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© 2018 Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd & Fraser & Co. For themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are, give notice that the particulars do not constitute, nor constitute any part of an offer or a contract. All 

statements, contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd & Fraser & Co, or vendors or lessors. All descriptions, dimensions, and other particulars are given in good faith 

and are believed to be correct but any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of the each of them. No person in the employment 

of Jones Lang LaSalle Property Consultants Pte Ltd & Fraser & Co has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. You and your tax and legal advisors should conduct your own investigation of the property and 

transaction. Our services are provided exclusively in relation to properties outside Hong Kong and thus our personnel are not required to hold any license pursuant to the Hong Kong Real Estate Agents Ordinance. Planning Number: 161144FUL. *Price advertised is correct 

at time of going to press. † All journey times are approximate, source tfl.gov.uk and crossrail.co.uk. ❖ Walking times taken from googlemaps.co.uk. Computer generated image is indicative only. One West Point and Portal West are preferred marketing names only.

Club Magazine Issue 06, 2018

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