Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, December 11 - The yearly gathering of junior golfers from all over of Malaysia; organized by the Malaysian Golf Association and supported by Maybank; successfully completed their intensive training stint at the Maybank Junior Golf - National Camp 2014 today. Over the period of the camp, Sanjay Mukudan (Handicap 11), aged 15 from Perak, was awarded for the best boy while Rosalinda Binti Ruhaizad (Handicap 30) aged 12 from Johor, received the honour for the best girl. Both winners will be seen playing alongside the professionals from the Asian Tour and European Tour at the Pro-Am tournament at the upcoming Maybank Malaysian Open 2015 this coming February.
The three-day intensive training camp, known as the Maybank Junior Golf- National Camp, saw 50 of the nation’s brightest young golf talents congregate at Amverton Cove Golf and Island Resort from December 9th to 11th, 2014.
The specially devised programme is aimed at imparting an advanced level of golfing technique, mental preparation and course management skills to the youngsters between 12 to 16 years of age to instill good sportsmanship. Importance was also placed on equipping these juniors with adequate knowledge on golf rules and etiquette to take their game to the next level.
The training sessions at the camp included lessons on short game elements such as pitching, chipping as well as improving the juniors’ distance off the tees and accuracy on their fairway shots. Fitness and rules of the game were also incorporated into the programme and all players were given the opportunity to put their new learned skills into practice on the golf course with a nine (9) hole tournament.
Maybank Foundation’s CEO, En Shahril Azuar Jimin, who was present at the closing ceremony said. “The Maybank Junior Golf -National Camp is one of our key initiatives in the development of golf among our young and we’re pleased to be working with MGA once again to reach out to new budding talents. Year on year this program has proven to be successful in training and exposing our young talent to the challenges and skills needed to compete locally and internationally, and we are confident that we will see local champions emerge in due course from this initiative. Both Sanjay Mukudan and Rosalinda Binti Ruhaizad who have come out tops today will be awarded with a priceless experience to play alongside the professionals at the Pro-Am event of the Maybank Malaysian Open 2015 ” he said.
The success of the camp was with the assistance of four (4) local professional coaches namely V. Gunalen, Lim Siew Ai, Wan Zainuddin and Chris Holden. These professional coaches took time off their busy coaching schedules to impart their knowledge and experience with the nation’s future batch of champions.
Admiral (R) Tan Sri Dato Setia’ Mohd Anwar Mohd Nor, President of the Malaysian Golf Association took to heart that Maybank has continually supported the association’s effort over the past nine (9) years in promoting the game of golf and its ideals to the younger generation. “I would like to thank Maybank for sharing MGA’s vision in creating a structured golf development programme that reaches down to the grassroots. This has enabled us to discover and develop new talents over the past few years. In doing so we have collectively worked towards making Malaysia one of the leading golfing nations in this region; recognised internationally. As a sporting association, we always welcome the support of corporate bodies and once again extend our deepest appreciation to Maybank for their strong CSR in promoting golf in Malaysia. ”
John Eu, CEO of GlobalOne, the event promoter of the Maybank Malaysian Open and a close partner of Maybank and MGA in developing golfing opportunities in Malaysia was delighted at the outcome of this event. He said, “It is really remarkable to witness Maybank and the MGA working towards a common goal for the past nine (9) years in cultivating the growth of golf in the nation. I have seen both organizations’ dedication and passion in striving to create a new generation of young aspiring golfers with over 1000 juniors who have came through the program. It bodes well for the future of Malaysian golf.”
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About Maybank
The Maybank Group is South East Asia’s fourth largest bank by assets. It has an international network of over 2400 offices in 20 countries namely Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Philippines, Brunei Darussalam, Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, Papua New Guinea, Hong Kong SAR & People’s Republic of China, Bahrain, Uzbekistan, Myanmar, Laos, Pakistan, India, Saudi Arabia, Great Britain and the United States of America. The Group offers an extensive range of products and services, which includes consumer and corporate banking, investment banking, Islamic banking, stock broking, insurance and takaful and asset management. It has over 47,000 employees serving more than 22 million customers worldwide. (www.maybank.com)
About the Malaysian Golf Association
The Malaysian Golf Association (MGA) is the sole governing body of golf in Malaysia that was founded in 1929 by representatives of golf clubs to promote the sport while preserving its traditions and integrity. The non-government organization is run by passionate volunteers who have a love for the game of golf, with the help of a team of management staff. The association’s portfolios have increased over the years ranging from conducting 14 state amateur opens, national amateur open, national amateur close, Malaysian Open to processing handicaps through its National Handicap System to promoting grassroots programs and training of athletes to represent Malaysia in international events.
The European Tour
The European Tour is committed to celebrating the game of golf from the origins of the professional game, building a proud history of achievement, sportsmanship and integrity as well as showcasing our diverse global talent and rich landscapes. The European Tour’s innovative approach enables us to embrace the world, combining championships of tradition with new tournaments in the cities and countries of the future. The European Tour International Schedule, which from 2009 has incorporated The Race to Dubai, is a thriving global brand which, in 2013, will feature a minimum of 45 tournaments spread across all five continents of the world; the European Challenge Tour focuses on the up and coming players of the future; while the European Senior Tour provides a new start for champions celebrating their 50th birthday. The European Tour’s corporate identity features the iconic silhouette image of six-time Open Champion Harry Vardon who gives his name to The Harry Vardon Trophy, presented to the player who is crowned European Tour Number One and winner of The Race to Dubai at the end of the season.
About the Asian Tour
As the official sanctioning body for professional golf in Asia, the Asian Tour leads the development of golf across the region, enhancing the careers of its members while maintaining a commitment to the integrity of the game. The Asian Tour, through its membership of the International Federation of PGA Tours, is the only recognised pan-Asian professional golf tour in Asia. This unique feature positions the Asian Tour at the pinnacle of professional golf in Asia; providing its events with Official World Ranking status. The Asian Tour has offices in Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Also, visit us atwww.asiantour.com, www.facebook.com/asiantourgolf,www.twitter.com/asiantourgolf, www.youtube.com/theasiantour andwww.weibo.com/asiantourgolf.
About Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club
Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club (KLGCC) is a member of Sime Darby Property Bhd and a propriety Club wholly-owned and operated by KLGCC Berhad. The club has won numerous accolades from both local and foreign golfing fraternity, the latest being recognised as Number One and Two top golf courses in Malaysia for 2014 by US Golf Digest, voted the ‘Best Course in Malaysia’ for the second time in a row for its championship West Course at the 2013 Asian Golf Monthly Awards, the second runner up for the Best Championship Course in Asia Pacific and nominated as Top 10 Best in Asia Pacific for Best Clubhouse and Best Pro-Shop categories. At the same time, The Expatriate Lifestyle Magazine readers voted Best Golf Experience KLGCC for the Best of Malaysia Awards 2013 Travel Awards. Today, KLGCC is a landmark as the most luxurious golf resort development in Malaysia and KLGCC has in recent years hosted numerous international championships such as the Maybank Malaysian Open and the Sime Darby LPGA Malaysia.
About GlobalOne
GlobalOne (Emerald Evolution Holdings Sdn Bhd) is an executive lifestyle sports promoter and we create sports event ownerships.
We specialise in providing the full spectrum in sponsorship event management and have an excellent track record in planning and delivering on PGA European Tour golf events for Malaysia (Maybank Malaysian Open), Singapore (Singapore Masters) and Indonesia (Indonesia Open) since 1999. We have strong relations with sports governing bodies, the media and commercial sponsors and technical partners to deliver on the bottom line.
We assist all our clients to create super-strategic, high-return, best practice sponsorship to provide a strong, unified vision, across departments and stakeholders, of the broad range of marketing and business objectives that can be achieved through this sponsorship. We also form and maintain strong relationship with players’ managers to source the best players.
GlobalOne currently stages a highly successful and prestigious tournament in Asia – the Maybank Malaysian Open, which is co-sanctioned by the European Tour and the Asian Tour providing the event with Official World Ranking status. Our long term partners include Emirates (Official Airline), Carlsberg (Official Beer & Stout), Ricoh (Official Office Equipment), Astro (Official Satellite TV), Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia (Official Car), DoubleTree (Official Hotel), 100Plus (Official Isotonic Beverage), Crestlink (Official Apparel), Transview Golf (Official Golf Accessories & Equipment), Mal-Tel (Official Radio & Communications), Spritzer (Official Water), Singleton (Official Whisky), Srixon (Official Range Balls), Havana (Official Cigars).