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HONG KONG FOOTBALL CLUB MARCH 2018
IN THIS ISSUE
31st March and 1st April – F&B promotions
– Tour reports
International Tiger Bowls – 10th March – Tournament updates
Mini Rugby Festival – 18th March – and more...
23 30 43
Contents
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 The Thoughts of the Chairman.......................................2
Discipline : James Niehorster
Membership : Maurice O’Brien
Sports & Recreation : Karin Looram
From the Desk of Mark Pawley ......................................4
Hockey Officer : Charles Poulton
Lawn Bowls Officer : Mike Worth Food and Beverage promotions......................................6
Rugby Officer : Don Rider
Soccer Officer : Neil Jensen Rugby.........................................................................16
Squash Officer : Malcolm Kerr
Mini Rugby..................................................................20
MANAGEMENT
General Manager : Mark Pawley Squash.......................................................................24
Director of Operations : Tony Sealy
Director of Food and Beverage : Dominique Artigolle
Soccer........................................................................26
Director of Finance : Ricky Chan
Asst. Financial Controller : May Chang
Executive Chef : Jason Kelly Lynn
Hockey.......................................................................29
Facilities Manager : Evan Tao
Membership Services Manager : Kerry Ogle Lawn Bowls.................................................................34
Human Resources Manager : Angela Chan
Executive Housekeeper : Tracy Tseung Netball........................................................................36
Tennis.........................................................................37
Golf............................................................................38
CLUB MAGAZINE
Monthly journal of the Hong Kong Football
Swimming and Triathlon...............................................42
Club. Arranged by Brian Chun. For information
and requests for placement of advertisements Badminton..................................................................43
in “Club” please call 2830 9503. The opinions
expressed in the articles are those of the writers Bowling and Interest Group..........................................44
and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of
the Hong Kong Football Club or the General Movie and Book Library ..............................................45
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.
Club Magazine March 2018 1
The Thoughts of the Chairman
Dear Members,
Y
ou will all be aware of the global efforts to light of the fact that our new F&B venues on the 2/Fl
minimize the use of plastic, especially plastic will be coming on line shortly. This project team will
bottles, due to the deleterious effect that operate for twelve months. We have also contracted
plastic is having on the environment and our seas KPMG to undertake a management review of our
and oceans. The General Committee has therefore F&B budgeting systems and processes (following on
decided that the Club will stop selling water and other from an Independent Commission Against Corruption
drinks in plastic bottles as soon as we have installed study focusing on managing out corruption
new water fountains throughout the premises over opportunities that we asked for late last year) to
the next few months. Although we will have a loss make sure that we are up to best practice in this area
John J Shanahan, of revenue by doing this, we consider that reducing and rectify any shortcomings identified. The Project
Chairman
our plastic footprint is the responsible way forward Group will take on board any recommendations from
and estimate that we will use 7,000 fewer plastic KPMG and be looking at, among other things, our
demijohns of water and around 40,000 fewer plastic management capabilities, staffing and training, and
bottles each year. We will also increase our stock of seeking member feedback. We will also be placing
re-usable bottles in the Club Shop for Members feedback forms on the F&B provision in the new
to purchase. Outlets when they open.
The General Committee discussed at our meeting In closing, please note that photographs of the
in February the formation of a Food and Beverage recently elected General Committee are shown on
Sub-committee and determined that we do not see the opposite page along with their areas of specific
any value added to forming such a Sub-committee. responsibility.
However, we have decided to set up a Project Group,
headed by the Honorary Secretary with Members who
have expertise in the hospitality industry, to review all John J Shanahan
aspects of our Food and Beverage (F&B) provision in Chairman
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2 March 2018
THE CLUB GENERAL COMMITTEE 2017-2018
Fook Aun Chew Nick Hunsworth Bobby Lawson Iain Valentine
Vice President Vice President Vice President Vice President
Dermot Agnew
President
Jeff Lane Peter Crabtree James Niehorster Maurice O’Brien Karin Looram
Constitutional Affairs Development Discipline Membership Sports & Recreation
John Shanahan
Chairman
Charles Poulton Mike Worth Don Rider Neil Jensen Malcolm Kerr
Hockey Lawn Bowls Rugby Soccer Squash
PORTFOLIO DETAILS OF STANDING SUB-COMMITTEES
The following portfolio functions have been summarised to show terms of reference previously
approved by the General Committee (GC).
POLICY WORKING GROUP – John Shanahan DISCIPLINE – James Niehorster
Function: to formulate policies for the approval of GC, Function: to process complaints and breaches of the Mike Wood
to ensure the effective and proper implementation of Bye-laws in accordance with standard procedures to Honorary Secretary
the Club’s published Mission Statement. be advised (and to ensure Club Staff are briefed on
these matters) and to apply appropriate sanctions to
FINANCE – Alan Morgan
those Members found in breach. Finally, to provide
Function: to take into account financial considerations
information to assist GC in evaluating Membership
emanating from proposals and policies considered
acceptance/adherence to current Bye-laws etc.
by the GC, and to advise and, if appropriate, give
recommendations to GC for approval. MEMBERSHIP – Maurice O’Brien
Function: to be responsible for admission of new
CONSTITUTIONAL AFFAIRS – Jeff Lane
Members and also to monitor existing policies
Function: to consider ongoing review of Articles and
and to advise on issues involving membership,
Club Bye-laws either by initiative or upon instruction
including procedural matters (including Sections) and
from GC, and to make appropriate recommendations.
enforcement of these policies.
DEVELOPMENT – Peter Crabtree
SPORTS and RECREATION – Karin Looram
Function: to raise and consider appropriate ongoing
Function: to facilitate the development of, and Alan Morgan
and new development initiatives in the short, Honorary Treasurer
Members’ participation in, recognised sporting
medium, and long-term for Club facilities with a
activities and competitive recreational activities, and to
view to recommending selected proposals to GC for
work with Management towards the optimum use of
consideration and implementation.
the Club’s sports facilities.
Club Magazine March 2018 3
From the Desk of Mark Pawley
A
s with last year (and the year before that) afternoon in March where HKFA 1st Division and
Rugby Week is now, it seems, permanently 2nd Division matches are often played along with
moved to the first week in April (which a number of Yau Yee League matches at the Main
coincides with the Easter Holidays and, Pitch. And, not to be out done, on the squash front,
indeed, the Ching Ming Festival). To some this might our very own Max Lee World Ranked 29 will be
suggest the month of March is going to be a quiet(ish) playing in the Club’s Division 1 side in the Squash
one on the sporting front but, on the contrary, we Centre the evening of Thursday 8th March.
have a number of sporting events to quench the thirst
On top of the above, on Saturday 24th March, we
of the most ardent of sports fans. First up we host
host the Grand Finals Day for the Hong Kong Netball
the International Tiger Bowls Tournament over the
Association where we hope many of our own Netball
Mark Pawley, weekend of the 10th and 11th March and then we
General Manager
teams will be playing at some stage. From a rugby
have our very own HKFC Mini Rugby Festival on
perspective, there is the Grand Championship Finals
Sunday 18th March. Some of you may recall that in
Day on Saturday 10th March. Whilst these matches
2010 the Guinness Book of World Records came to the
are played at King’s Park (and not at the Club) I am sure
Club to check on the size of the Mini Rugby Festival and
any of our teams that win through to their respective
we became the proud holders of a certificate noting
final would appreciate your support on the day as
that we have the largest Mini Rugby Festival in the
would, I am sure, any of our Netball teams.
World!! Interestingly too, I understand that each year
since 2010 we have had more children participating at So, as noted above March is not a quiet month on the
the Festival and that this year there should be some sporting front!
4,000 plus players. At the end of March, per the photo
I look forward to seeing you all at the Club!
on the front cover, we have the HKFC Hockey 6’s
played on the 31st March and the 1st April! If you are Mark Pawley,
a soccer supporter then look no further than a Sunday General Manager
Fitness Centre Rules and Etiquette
Do’s and Don’ts
1. No abusive or provocative language allowed. Please refrain from yelling or sudden outbursts as this can be
distracting to others and also be the cause of injury.
2. Reading material and use of cell phones while on resistance machines, during or between sets, is not
allowed.
3. Remove shoes when using yoga mats and wipe down mats after use.
4. Wear appropriate Fitness Centre attire and sport shoes at all times.
5. Cardiovascular equipment is limited to 30 minutes during peak periods.
6. Weight collars must be used with all free weights.
7. DO NOT slam or drop weights on the floor. Use crash mats during heavy lifting.
8. Re-rack free weights after use.
9. Wipe down gym equipment and cardio machines after use.
10. Drink water. It is important to stay hydrated. Give the Fitness Centre a miss if you are not feeling well or
experiencing cold or flu like symptoms.
11. Report any equipment malfunctions to Staff immediately.
12. Ask staff for assistance if you are unsure how to use strength equipment or cardio machines.
4 March 2018
HONG KONG FOOTBALL CLUB
For Sale
Race Box CORPORATE
SUBSCRIBERSHIPS
at the Happy Valley Race Course
The Club maintains a Box at the Happy Valley race The HKFC is currently offering 50 Corporate
course which is available for Members to book in Subscriberships for sale, at a price of HK$3.3m
advance. each, to help fund the future renovation of the
HKFC.
Cost:
On purchase of a Corporate Subscribership a
F&B Package: $750 per head.
company becomes a Corporate Member and
Admission badge: $60 per head.
is entitled to nominate an individual and their
F&B arrangement: immediate family to enjoy the benefits of
The Race Box is provided with a Buffet and membership of the HKFC.
unlimited drinks. More information can be obtained by
Beverages are available from 6pm, and Dinner Buffet contacting Kerry Ogle, Membership Services
is available from 6.30pm to 9.30pm Manager on 2830 9502 or by email to
membership@hkfc.com.
Booking:
For information on HKFC facilities please view
Booking Forms are available at Reception and from
our website www.hkfc.com.hk. 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
Club Magazine March 2018 5
FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Food and Beverage Outlets
Operating hours during the renovation period
During the renovation period from early June, the following Food and Beverage Outlets will remain
open. The operating hours and contact information are listed below:
KIOSK
SPORTSMAN’S BAR FAMILY LOUNGE BAR
Daily: 10am to 10pm
Sunday to Thursday Daily: 8.30am to 10pm
7.30am to Midnight Tel: 28372678
The last food order: 9.30pm
Friday to Saturday Email: bar@hkfc.com
7.30am to 1am Tel: 28372663
Email: bar@hkfc.com
The last food order: 11pm
Tel: 28309531 POOL BAR
Email: sportsmans@hkfc.com Daily: 8am to 6.30pm
The last food order: 6pm
Tel: 28309573
CAPTAIN’S BAR FUNCTION ROOMS
Daily: 7.30am to 11pm (on 1/Fl) GENERAL ENQUIRIES:
Daily: 12 noon to 6pm
The last food order: 10.30pm
Daily: 9am to 6pm
The last food order: 2.30pm Enquiries: 28372629
Tel: 28372622
Tel: 28372629 Email:
Email:bar@hkfc.com
Email:bar@hkfc.com Foodandbeverage@hkfc.com
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2018 departure date: 1, 13, 25* May | 6^, 18*, 30 Jun | BALCONY 24%off HKD25,187up
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FOOD AND BEVERAGE
LUNCH AT THE CLUB
SPORTSMAN’S BAR CAPTAIN’S BAR AND FUNCTION ROOMS
Monday to Friday FAMILY LOUNGE BAR (on 1st Floor)
from Noon to 2.30pm Daily from Noon to 2.30pm
(on 1st Floor)
Semi Buffet Lunch Semi Buffet Lunch
Selection of sandwiches,
one serving: 95 per person 2 Courses: 168
salads, pastas, snacks and
or full menu: 120 3 Courses: 188
hot/cold beverages
(Booking accepted at Lunch time (includes Coffee or Tea)
from Monday to Friday only)
(Booking accepted at Lunch time
from Monday to Sunday only)
C
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In the Function Rooms CM
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SEMI BUFFET LUNCH CMY
In the Function Rooms / 1st Floor
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Monday to Sunday
from noon to 2.30pm
2 Courses: 168
3 Courses: 188
(Includes Coffee or Tea)
SEMI BUFFET DINNER
In the Function Rooms / 1st Floor
SEMI Friday to Sunday
from 6.30pm to 10pm
BUFFET
2 Courses: 168
3 Courses: 188
(Includes Coffee or Tea)
Treat yourself to a selection from our
appetizers buffet, made-to-order main
courses and desserts.
Photo for reference only
For Bookings and inquiries, please contact:
2837 2629 or email: bar@hkfc.com
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www.brandoncentre.com info@brandoncentre.comFOOD AND BEVERAGE
F&B Promotion
in the Sportsman’s Bar
ONE PLATE
BUFFET
in the Sportsman’s Bar
in the Sportsman’s Bar
Every Saturday and Sunday RUGBY:
The Six Nations Rugby Championship games will be broadcast live.
Lunch from 11:30-3pm
Dinner from 5:30-9:30pm Do not forget to pencil in your diary Sunday 18th March when the Club
will hold the annual Mini Rugby Festival. It promises to be a very busy
98 per Adult, 48 per Child day. Also, don’t forget our very own GFI HKFC Tens will take place
from 4th-5th April, followed by the Rugby Sevens taking centre stage
at the Hong Kong Stadium from the 6th to 8th April.
SOCCER:
QUESADILLAS The English Premier League continues to take the spotlight with
in the Sportsman’s Bar plenty of important games.
Enjoy our signature Quesadillas in three different flavours.
IN AUTO RACING:
In Formula One Auto Racing, Australian Grand Prix from Friday
23rd-Sunday 25th March
Please check the Sports Notice Board for Updates.
Keep up to date on the Club website and all Sports Notice Board.
For further information, please call the Sportsman’s Bar
at 2830 9531
See you around…
F&B Promotion in the Sportsman’s Bar
You are kindly invited on
11th and 17th March from 3pm to 5pm
to taste Thiénot Brut NV in Magnums at the Sportsman’s Bar.
Someone from the House will be there.
10 March 2018FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Available at the Kiosk
Champagne Thiénot Brut
WINE RATINGS
Exclusive Champagne for 86 and 87th OSCARS
Pre-Show and Governors Ball
90 Wine Enthusiast
91 Wine Spectator
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DECANTER World Wine Award 2013
- Silver Medal
International Wine Challenge 2013
- Silver Medal
TASTING NOTE
This blend of the three classic Champagne grape
varieties forms the signature Thiénot style of
finesse, fruit and freshness, offering springtime
notes, magnificent balance and a lingering finish. The
Champagne House’s great classic.
* Cellars aging: 4 years
* Chardonnay 45% , Pinot Noir 35% ,
Pinot Meunier 20%
* Reserve wines account for 45%
of the blend
278/per bottle
BUY 11 GET 1 FREE! (Net 255/ Bottle)
12 March 2018FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Japanese
Ramen
Noodles
at the Family
Lounge Bar
Daily from Noon
Beer of the month
3.5% ALCOHOL
LOWER CARBOHYDRATES
24 per bottle
Available at Sportsman’s Bar and Captain’s Bar
T he perfect fitness and wellness drink for active
WINE HOME
and health conscious individuals. Maisel’s
brewers developed a unique procedure to withdraw
the alcohol while preserving the beer’s characteristic
DELIVERY
attributes. Produced with natural
ingredients only, the shining amber
colour is the first obvious sign of high
March 2018 quality which is underlined by a fruity
and aromatic taste.
Explore our
selections today
and buy from our Available in the Club
range of quality
wines. Order now
for the best deals
and offers.
Pick up an order form at the Lobby, or scan the
QR code to download our Wine Home Delivery
order form.
Download a QR code reader on your
smartphone and scan this code to
download order form.
Club Magazine March 2018 13Please register for either events by filling out a booking form available at the 1/F Sports Desk
or download it from the HKFC website at www.hkfc.com.hk
14 March 2018Rugby News
Ladies Rugby Update
and serious. Again, there was strong focus
on defence in addition to a reworking of the
attacking lines in the backs. With Corrineke
Windle and Jamie Bourke out, Coach Royce
Chan had to step in to play outside centre. In
her almost 20-year rugby career, Royce had
only ever played in the forwards and took some
time to adjust to her new role (she later mused “I
never knew the backs did work too!”). Some of
us are yet to be convinced.
Before stepping on the field, Captain Bobby
Wilson gave the girls a spirited pep talk, urging
them to leave any fear or doubt on the sidelines
Photo: hksportsfinder.hk
and just play the rugby that she knew they were
capable of. And that is exactly what the girls did.
Within the first ten minutes winger Crystal Wray
blew through a sea of Valley players to score the
first try. Valley were on the back foot throughout
the entire game. They caught a break when lock
Kate Palis got a neck injury and had to leave
A
the pitch. Shortly after, Valley took advantage
nd we are back! After a restful Christmas and training sessions to help Ice identify areas of two penalty kicks to turn the score in their
holiday, the Club women’s teams for improvement which has been invaluable in favour. When the referee announced the last
returned to the pitch ready to do battle terms of focusing on technique but also in giving play of the game, the score was 15-33 to Valley.
for the second half of the rugby season. While the girls a personal and in depth look at both Valley’s No. 1 Black Ferns Aroha Savage
Fire were sitting comfortably in third place in their individual play and team set pieces. tried a chip kick across the field which, to her
National League 2 and continue to strive for the dismay, was picked up by fullback Rachel
Ice’s first post-Christmas game was against
top spot, Ice knew they faced a herculean task Crothers, who nimbly glided past every tackle
USRC Tigers. It was a bitterly fought battle in
in the second round of games. After the first half
which Ice showcased their new tactics, keeping to put the ball down right under the post. After
of the season where each of the eight teams the conversion, the game ended 22-33 that,
the Tigers on their toes for the full 80 minutes.
played each other team once, the Women’s despite being a loss still has Ice cheering and
Unfortunately, after a couple of key players
Premiership was divided into top and bottom celebrating. They had gone from a soul-crushing
left the field with injuries, including the newest
four which meant that Ice had to face off against 3-97 loss to Valley last year to losses of 17-27
recruit, Ice number 10 Corrineke Windle, the
the top three teams again. As the underdogs,
Tigers managed to capitalise on overlaps on the and 22-33 this season, narrowing the previously
Ice knew that if they wanted to compete, they insurmountable gap and really showing the
wings and scored a few times. Nevertheless,
had to be innovative, dedicated and, of course, improvement across our women’s game.
the scoreline did not leave coach Royce Chan
work hard. This dedication and diligence was
disheartened because she could see that the The final league game of the second half of the
especially important in defence. As backs coach
strategies and attitude that she had been trying season saw the girls facing up against Gai Wu
Peter Ayres likes to remind us, “Attack sells
to instill in her players were finally showing on who, after defeating Valley two weeks prior,
tickets but defence wins championships!”
the pitch. The Tigers had to fight for every inch were now the top of the table. Between injuries
Trainings were structured around tacking drills, on the field and the scoreboard certainly did not and people out of town, Ice was missing almost
defensive lines and support. The forwards reflect the game. half of the starting lineup. The game was tough.
implemented a new strategy in line-outs and Gai Wu had their best side on the field. Eager to
Never was this more apparent than when Ice
the backs have been working on keeping solidify their place at the top of the table, they
played Valley the following week. Valley was
momentum and ball handling. Sam Tipene, were taking no prisoners. The game ended with
a formidable foe; in the past four years, Valley
one of our new recruits from New Zealand, has a heavy loss to Ice but putting Gai Wu as the
had only lost one game and usually beat HKFC
been providing a play-by-play analysis of games league winners, finally beating long-time rivals,
quite handily. Training that week was intense
16 March 2018RUGBY
Valley. Just for that reason alone Ice did not come out from the game
too upset! It was probably time to bring Valley down a peg or two. This
was the last game until after Chinese New Year, which gives Ice two
weeks to recover before they take on fifth placed Tai Po Dragons in the
first round of the Grand Championships.
Fire has had a good season so far, currently sitting at fourth place
in their league after this final round of matches. Fire has grown
tremendously since October, both on and off the pitch. You can often
find the team bonding after games at a local Chinese or hot pot
restaurant because what better way to get to know your teammates
than over food and beer!
2018 kicked off with a strong win against University RFC Ladies (27-
10) which came as a surprise to both players and coaches that the
fitness level of the girls had not dropped off despite eating and drinking
their body weight over the festive holidays! The Fire girls have really
taken ownership of their training and games this season. With training
becoming increasingly more physical, the girls have started to convert
their game plans into action on the pitch. Practising team runs against
Ice has greatly helped improve Fire’s defence and attacking line. This
was shown during the very physical game against City RFC Twinkles,
where the girls worked together and performed as a team to secure a
win of 29-5.
Fire’s recent game against Tin Shui Wai RFC where once again Fire
demonstrated good line speed, teamwork, great defensive and
attacking lines and most importantly positivity, resulting in a well-
deserved win – at the time of going to press the union website was
still not showing the score but it was a win so let’s focus on that! Fire
girls continue to show impressive positivity and are fantastic at keeping
each other’s spirits high during every game, whether they are winning
or losing. It is one thing to be competitive but Fire does remind us that
there is also fun in every game. The girls got a team together for the
DB Beach Rugby held on 28th January and came away with silverware
so awesome effort from them!
Fire are very sad to say goodbye to Helen Lee as she takes a break
from her rugby career to finish off her doctor’s studies. If you happen to
see her in A&E after a Saturday game, don’t forget to say hey! You can
be sure you can trust her as she’s no doubt seen it all.
So that rounds up the news from the Ladies section this month. It is
with mixed feelings that Ice goes into the Grand Champs – this two-tier
structure was intended to try and minimise the gap between the two
the teams at the top and the rest of the teams in the Women’s Prem
and to a certain extent it has. But, there is still a long way to go and we
will find out at the end of the Grand Champs whether such a move has
been good for Ice. In the meantime we will continue to work hard and
do the best we can and look forward to rounding off the season with a
well-deserved May Ball in – surprise! – May.
Club Magazine March 2018 17RUGBY
33rd GFI HKFC 10s, Hong Kong Football Club
Wed April 4 (Pool Stage): 9.30am-8.30pm
Thu April 5* (Knockout Stage): 9.00am-7.30pm
* Public Holiday
‘Big Dell’ back, Tim Horan coach as Classic
Wallabies return for GFI HKFC 10s
USA’s CCIG Tigers and England’s Sedbergh School Old Boys to make tournament
debut, rounding out 16-team line-up at the Club
C
lassic Wallabies will again field a respectively as the crowd favourites follow up “One of the best things about our trip last year
star-studded team of former Australia on last year’s tournament debut. was that three of the guys in our side (Dylan
internationals including Wendell ‘Big Pietsch, Tom Connor, Ben O’Donnell) have
Sailor, Morgan Turinui – 2003 World Cup
Dell’ Sailor as they return to the Club for their gone on to become Australia Sevens regulars.”
teammates – and Stephen Hoiles return from
second appearance at the GFI HKFC 10s from
last year’s squad, while newcomers include Classic Wallabies had an up-and-down
(Wed-Thu) 4th-5th April.
former Australia internationals Mark Gerrard, tournament debut, threatening to upset two-
CCIG Tigers, a development partner of USA Adam Freier, Julian Huxley and the 6ft 6in time finalists Tradition YCAC in a 10-7 defeat
Rugby, and a Sedbergh School Old Boys team Peter Kimlin, currently playing in the Japan in the pool stage and eventually losing in the
captained by former England rugby league Top League. semi-finals of the third-tier Bowl.
international Ewan Dowes will make their
Hoiles, 36, will also be part of the management “I think the standard was great and we thought
tournament debut, rounding out the 16-team
and said the playing squad would again be it would be because we’d heard a lot about
line-up at the tournament’s 33rd edition.
boosted by a selection of rising stars following the tournament. We expected it to be pretty
This year’s event is expecting even bigger on from last year’s inclusion of fringe Australia hard,” Hoiles said. “It probably caught a couple
crowds than usual as it’s a public holiday on Sevens players in Justin Harrison’s squad. of guys who had been away from the game by
Thursday 5th April, when our Club Ice ladies surprise, but that’s the balancing act for us –
“Aside from the guys mentioned, we’ve got
will take on Laos in an exhibition match in the getting enough former Wallabies and enough
more Wallabies to announce including one or
morning and we hope Natixis HKFC will make a up-and-comers.”
two more big names, plus we’ll have some
trophy run later in the day.
younger players again,” said Hoiles, the former CCIG Tigers will also add international
Tim Horan, a Rugby World Cup winner in 1991 Waratahs and Brumbies flanker who played pedigree. Tiger Rugby has trained and fielded
and 1999, and Bill Young, who played in the 16 times for Australia including at the 2007 many national-team players including USA
World Cup final against England in 2003, will World Cup. speedster Perry Baker, the 2017 World Rugby
be Classic Wallabies’ head coach and manager Sevens Player of the Year, and five other
Olympians.
18 March 2018RUGBY
Founded in 2007, the well-travelled touring side
Teams (home) Recent highlights
has played in invitational events in South Africa,
Australia, Fiji, Argentina, Kenya, Scotland, UBB Gavekal (HKG) Cup winners 2017
Mexico and China. Penguins (UK) Cup winners 2013, 2016
The team will compete in the Las Vegas Tradition YCAC (JPN/NZL) Cup finalists 2014, 2015
International Sevens Tournament in March, in
Samurai International (UK) Cup finalists 2010, 2013, 2016
Hong Kong in early April and in Scotland later
in the month for the Melrose Sevens. Tiger Kir Club Pyrenees (FRA) Plate winners 2017
co-founders James Walker and Paul Holmes
King’s College at UQ (AUS) Plate runners-up 2016
will be among the coaching team in Hong Kong
where the side will make their 10-a-side debut. Projecx Waterboys (SCO) Plate semi-finals 2015, 2016
“As a development partner to USA Rugby, Classic Wallabies (AUS) Bowl semi-finals 2017
Tiger has unearthed many gems, with over Taikoo Place Scottish Exiles (HKG) Cup semi-finals 2015
45 players going on to international honours,”
said Walker, who coached former US club CCIG Tigers (USA) Debut 2018
champions Belmont Shore. Irish Vikings (UK) Bowl runners-up 2017
“We’ve been thinking about coming to the GFI A-Trade Overseas Old Boys (HKG) Plate winners 2016
HKFC 10s for many years. Tiger Rugby is first
Sedbergh School Old Boys (UK) Debut 2018
and foremost a rugby development group.
We’ve mainly played in sevens events, but Devil’s Own Shanghai RFC (CHN) Shield winners 2017
recently more of our athletes are going onto Natixis HKFC (HKG) Shield winners 2012, 2016
15s, so 10s is a natural progression for us.”
Hunter + Boo East Africans (RWA) Bowl semi-finals 2015, 2016
Holmes added: “At Tiger Rugby we always look
Format
to challenge ourselves by setting the bar as
Day 1 (Pool Stage): Teams compete in four round-robin groups; top two in each advance to
high as possible. The GFI HKFC 10s is shaping
Cup quarter-finals, bottom two to Bowl quarter-finals
up to be one of the most difficult of the many
challenges we’ve faced, which is why we’re Day 2 (Knockout Stage): Cup quarter-final winners advance to Cup semi-finals, losers to Plate
taking part. It’s a world-class venue and will semi-finals; Bowl quarter-final winners advance to Bowl semi-finals, losers to Shield semi-finals
give the youngsters invaluable experience on
and off the pitch. We can’t wait to get there.”
Sedbergh School is renowned for producing
over 30 rugby union internationals including
long-time England captain Will Carling
and 2003 Rugby World Cup winner Will
Greenwood, while Dowes is a rare public
school-educated rugby league international.
Dowes, 36, played the majority of his rugby
league career for Hull (2003-11), helping
the side win the Challenge Cup in 2005 and
reaching the Super League grand final a
year later. Sedbergh School Old Boys will be
coached by Yorkshireman Dan Harrison,
who helped produce dozens of schoolboy
internationals as coach of the school’s First XV USA’s CCIG Tigers
for a decade.
Ben Collins, Sedbergh School’s Alumni UBB Gavekal, coached by former Union The My Name’5 Doddie Foundation, created
Director, said: “Our pupils participate in the Bordeaux Begles captain Matt Clarkin, will in support of former Scotland and Lions lock
UK’s strongest national 10s tournament, which defend their title, while other leading sides Doddie Weir who is suffering from Motor
is hosted by Sedbergh School, so it was only include two-time champions Penguins, three- Neurone Disease (MND), is the Official Charity.
fitting for our Old Boys to enter the world’s best time runners-up Samurai International and
10s in Hong Kong. twice finalists Tradition YCAC.
For more information, visit:
“We know how tough the competition is, we GFI has title sponsored the event since 2006, Website: www.hongkongtens.com
know the pace and that physically it’s a huge while other sponsors and suppliers for 2018 YouTube: www.youtube.com/hkfc10s
demand. It’s a very exciting challenge for us. include Natixis (Gold Sponsor), AIA, Allied Facebook: www.facebook.com/GFIHKFC10s
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Ewen, our other players have played rugby in Grolsch (Official Beer) and Samurai Sportswear Hashtag: #HK10s
the national leagues in the UK.” (Official Apparel).
Club Magazine March 2018 19Mini Rugby News
was inevitable that they were going to score.
Valley Fort Festival, Harry then came back on and we managed to
score a try of our own. Final score 1-1.
Round 4 of Kim Lam Cup and Richard Hawkes Cup Areas to improve would definitely be our
tackling which let us down in the third game and
Rather belatedly: Kung Hei Fat Choy.
spreading the ball out to our wingers. Overall,
Our Minis have participated in Valley Fort’s Festival, graciously hosted by HKU Sandy Bay, FC2B played some good attacking rugby and
early in 2018. showed grit when we were short of players and
This coming weekend the Minis will be back in action at King’s Park for Tai Po’s Festival: players playing out of position.
assuming we survive the current cold snap and ‘flu’.
Jonathan Quach
Club’s Festival is on the horizon: Richard will be calling for volunteers.
Finally, Mark Tsui seems to have made a near full recovery: phew!
Under 11
Denis Brock, Chairman, HKFC Mini-Rugby
On a beautiful sunny day down at Stanley Ho,
the Valley Fort Festival showcased a real “Club
effort” by our U11 boys squad. We were very
Under 12B Girls Our second match was against FC3 and by
light on numbers across 4 of our 5 teams for
this time our stragglers had arrived and we had
The mighty HKFC U12G B Squad was back in various reasons and the boys pulled together
11 players. We started strong and again ran out
action for Round 4 of the Kim Lam Cup. This really well, playing additional games in covering
of the blocks with our forwards Callum, Luke
was going to be the squad’s biggest challenge for their missing teammates. Special mention
and John leading the charge with some straight
for the season as they were playing in the cup to the Spartans lads (the only squad to be able
running before being tackled and our players
division. Their performance was noted by many to field a full team) who helped out the Firebirds
rucking over well set up a platform for our scrum
of the opposition coaches as tough opposition and Cobras in all of their games, probably
half, Christian Quach to make the pass to
with a fighting spirit. Despite the one draw resulting in them not being in peak condition for
Harry Page who stepped in and out of tackles
and 3 losses, the parents and coaches were their own matches. The Mustangs and Chargers
to run from the half way line to score our first try.
very proud of their determination on the pitch. had to play together as effectively one squad
Other tries also came from Cormac, Noe and
Lela El-Asmar led from the front with some over 6 games due to their numbers but, again,
a great individual try from Luke who ran deep
ferocious defending. Lara Mahbubani stepped manned up and gave their all for the cause.
from our own half and scoring in the corner. Man
up and showed her true grit and determination Given the mix and match approach the coaches
of the match was Harry Page who was all over
against some huge opposition. Jessie Hudson had to employ on the day (and well done gents
the pitch making tackle after tackle. Again good
distributed the ball well and the backs, lead by for managing this exercise), we inevitably lacked
aggressive running, 5-1 to FC2B.
Victoria Herbert and Alyssa Dodd, were the a little continuity and consistency and lost a few
oppositions greatest threat. On to our third match, against USRC2. We were games as a result but equally won a number
the better side going pass the game line with our of games and, more importantly, showed good
It was a character building experience for the
aggressive running and rucking which created fighting spirit and teamwork. We will come
squad and there were many positives to build
our first 2 tries for Luke and Harry. However, out firing again for the last two festivals of the
on going into Round 5 of the KLC!
we let our guard down at the kick off when we season, Tai Po and our own Club festival. In
Pete Hudson missed easy tackles and allowed the same the meantime, thanks to Valley Fort for hosting
player who caught the ball from the kick off to a well run day and for the metal water bottle
run from one end of the pitch to the other and takeaway gifts which, after some judicious
Under 12 - FC2B scoring two easy tries. Our third try came from scratching out/taping over of the VF logo, will be
With slight apprehension FC2B started the first our winger Noe, who ran from the right wing put to good use by the boys.
match against POL/THT with only 9 players as weaving side ways to score in the left corner.
the opposition kicked off Callum Mortimer our Simon Cooke
USRC2 then came back with another easy try
tallest forward caught the ball and ran straight due to our poor tackling. With a minute to play
at the opposition running through several of we gave away a penalty within our 22 and they U10G FC1
their players before off loading to Oliver Lai took the quick tap penalty. We managed to keep
A strong performance by our U10 FC1 girls
who then weaved in and out of several players them out however, the referee pinged us for not
in the first festival of the new year at the
before going over the line for our first try of the being back 10 and then gave another penalty.
Valley Fort Festival. The FC1 girls had a solid
match. Then came a brace of tries for Luke Although this time we were back 10 and ready
schedule against challenging opponents. In
Toner Cawte, two for Hadrian Chung, Cormac for them, their runner was too strong and went
their first match against DB Pirates 1, they
Bryne and another for Oliver. However, try of over for a try. Final score 4-3 to USRC2.
were up against a strong and fast squad who
the match was when Cormac ran deep from
our own half weaving his way out of trouble and Finally, on to our last match against THAT, which set the tone early with 2 unanswered tries. The
was evenly matched. THAT went on the attack FC1 girls then rallied around Brigid Warde’s
20 metres before the try line and just before he
got tackled made a perfect pass to Noe Seyer and we managed to hold them off in the first few strong running up the middle combined with
minutes of the game however, the referee gave a break-away run from Sophie Aranha to get
for him to score in the corner. The opposition
Harry a yellow card for back chat and were one FC on the scoreboard. Pirates proved to be
came back with 3 tries of their own largely due
to our weak tackling. However, very impressive man down. We then lost Christian through injury too strong, with a final score of 1-4. Next, they
attacking game with some great supporting when he tackled one of their players who landed went up against HKU1, which was a cowboy
on his knee. The game was evenly matched western shoot-out between two strong teams.
played meant we won 7-3.
even when we had two men down however, it Lucy Guest and Saidhb Martin put in good
20 March 2018MINI RUGBY
next level which was very encouraging to see.
Difficult also as will need to move some boys
up to the next level. 4 great games: 3 wins and
1 Draw.
Difficult as there was a lack of players at this
festival due to the timing after the Christmas
Holidays but eventually we managed to round
up the boys in Pumas B team and add a few
lads as reserves from the Cheetahs B.
Performance was great, of course, one can say
that attention can be more focused but they
U10 Cheetahs FC2 U10 Cheetahs FC5
showed some great play and they also have the
performances, with strong tackling by Lauren Under 10 Jaguars passion and desire to achieve greatness in
Lau and Mia Wong. In rapid-fire succession, the U9.
FC5 played four extremely tight games. The
FC1 and HKU1 alternated tries, with time just
first against Valley VF2. This game was an Individually there where some young players
running out on FC1, allowing HKU to eke out
intense battle, with both teams rucking hard and eyeing that first cap to A Teams especially the
the win, at 4-5. Next, FC1 went up against VF1,
fighting for every metre. The game was mostly likes of Ray and Oscar running the show with
however this time our girls were revved up and
played on FC’s side of the pitch, with Valley Fort some great tackles and drives forward.
ready to go. They quickly showed dominance
threatening to score several times. However,
with strong game play, stringing together a The games started well and a narrow-missed
through perseverance and some great tackling,
series of passes and scoring two unanswered chance in the dying seconds cost a draw in the
FC2 was able to defend our try line and come
tries. VF managed to get on the scoreboard first game. They put a lot of effort into the game
out with a tough fought 0-0 draw.
in a break-away run before FC finished them and this showed with some very good driving of
off with a final try, finishing the game at 3-1. The second game was once again another the ball forward and some very good individual
Finally, our girls went up against the Sai Kung Valley Fort team, this time VF3. FC2 displayed trie’s. This surely set the boys hearts on fire and
Stingrays, in a fierce competition. Evenly tenacious defence and rucking, but this time they showed that in the next two games.
matched, it was through sheer perseverance also showed their offensive capabilities. After
The next 3 games just got better and better as
and determination, with excellent tackling from an early try by Lucas Baudy was answered by
the day went on. These lads might seem a little
Alyssa Schoonmaker and good ball handling Valley Fort, Jack Barton put FC back ahead.
timid in training but at the festivals, they put
by Elie Cox, that FC1 was able to come out The victory was sealed with about one minute to
everything into it and their parents were surely
on top, with a hard-won 4-3 win over SKS. The play, when Zachary Hull passed out of a scrum
happy at the end results.
U10G FC1 team can be proud of their strong to Aidan Wong, who raced more than half the
performance against a set of top competitors, length of the pitch for a try. Final score: 3-1 Truly a great day for all and as usual Rugby was
and progressively improved their game FC win. the winner.
throughout the festival. Great job girls!
Game three saw Sai Kung Stingrays score a Robin Zavou
Allen Schoonmaker quick try. FC2 trailing for the first time all day.
FC2 then answered with a try of their own. After
coming up just short near the try line a couple
Under 8
U10G FC2 more times, it looked like FC2 was headed for The Eagles had nothing short of a storming
The U10 FC2 Girls had fun in the winter sun at another draw. However, Stingrays snatched the day at Sandy Bay, with the idyllic playing
the Valley Fort Tournament at Sandy Bay last victory with a long run for a try on the very last conditions yielding some notable performances
weekend, winning 3 of their 4 games. They play of the game. and resulting in both teams ending the day
twice came from behind in early fixtures to beat undefeated after their four games apiece. The
The final game of the day was against Sandy
Discovery Bay Pirates and Valley which visibly phenomenal progress that these players have
Bay, who started the game fast, scoring within
boosted their confidence. Their final game in made over the season was very apparent,
the first minute of the game. From then on
the dusk against HKU was finely poised at one particularly among the children who had barely
FC settled in, quickly evening the game up on
a piece when a last-minute break-away try touched a rugby ball before this season and
another try by Aidan Wong. FC2 had the ball
broke the Cheetahs hearts. The girls improved it was very pleasing to see the gap in skill
deep into Sandy Bay territory several more
enormously through the competition working between the new and seasoned players close.
times, but couldn’t breach their try line and
well at breakdowns and their new-found
ultimately had to settle for a one-one draw. The pace merchants among the Eagles
rucking skills, and tackled all day. Many of
especially thrived on the larger pitches which
the girls put in their best performances of the Tom Hall
enabled them to evade the defence with their
season but it was an outstanding team effort
darting runs and cross the line time and again
that was a pleasure for the boisterous crowd
Under 9 Pumas B to score. Top scorers for the day were Damon
to watch. Natasha was MVP of the day for the
Yip and Tristan Butteux with 5 tries each and
Cheetahs, with Lainie most improved. Special The late morning games arrived after the A
with multiple tries also from Jimmy Page and
mentions also to Vincy and Karina for their Teams had shown some good rugby but they
Christian Martin. In defence Callum Hulme,
commitment. Well done girls! were over shadowed by some very good rugby
Tristan, Louis Brumeaux and Shiv Cooke all
again by the B Teams. These guys are showing
Ben Duncan performed solidly in maintaining a seemingly
great teamwork and pushing to arrive at the
impenetrable wall, shutting down the attack at
Club Magazine March 2018 21MINI RUGBY
enthusiasm across squads, despite warnings
of a cold, Scottish style morning, more children
turned up than there were spots. All squads
substituted players to share the game time and
the glory of tries.
The tournament helped progress U7 players
at, number one, turning up on time, keen to
play good running rugby, with mouth guards
and proper studs. Lead Coach Duncan has
been around the squads in recent weeks,
stressing quicker offloading in the tackle; and
U7 Lions good, firm, tackling before retreating onside. U6
Special mentions:
every turn with some relentless tackling and with
the wings ably covered by the latter two. U7 girls : Under 6 Hyenas
– Iola Cairns for her speed in attack and The Hyenas went into the Valley Fort festival
All told it was a fantastic performance by the defence (Tigers) off the back of some good performances in
Eagles and a fun day was had by all. – Ava Marsh and Kyla Slotema for much the USRC and Sandy Bay tournaments. FC10
Chris Guest improved defence and following coaches struggled with the quick turnover ball and
direction (both Lions) wide running of Sai Kung, Flying Kukris and
– Olivia Bannon for her work rate in both USRC. Keir Li-Black‘s try against the Kukris
Under 7 defence and attack (Pumas) was a highlight however. Despite going down
Club U7 fielded eight teams that played 32 – Amy Yu for tackling well (Cheetahs) to Monkey Minis early on, solid tackling and
games against teams from across Hong Kong. two tries from Miller Yates earned the team
Players continued improving their 7s-style mini U7 boys: a well-deserved draw. FC1 had a more fruitful
rugby and won more games than they lost. Club – Ante Galic for his straight running, following day, winning all four games – against USRC,
U7 coaches also refereed 17 games between instructions, and running himself into the Aberdeen, SCAA and Tung Chung. Paddy
other teams during the tournament. Valley Fort ground when defending (Tigers) Galvin led the score sheet with seven tries,
were superb hosts – and took their defeat to – Matt Sinpraseuth (Lions) and Freddie Erica Murphy picked up a brace, with Frank
Club in at least one of the games (versus the Pollard (Cheetahs) for much improved Wong and Maria Laracy also crossing the
Lions) very well. tackle-then-retreat whitewash with one each. The defensive effort
– Liam Norman for strong forward running, of FC1 was outstanding, with Everett Lee,
U7 divides into four training squads named and scoring tries (Cheetahs) Lachie Hands, William Laracy and Kano
for dangerous beasties: Tigers, under lead – Silas Tam for all round good games Cheung all tackling well.”
coach Duncan Grewcock, with Rob Jones; (Cheetahs)
Lions, lead James Mendes with Nick – Hat-trick of tries in a game for Austen Chan Matthew Smith
Metson; Cheetahs, lead James Woods (Pumas) and Thomas Wood (Cheetahs)
with Chuk Chuan; and Pumas, lead Mark
England with Gareth Bourne. Showing the Robert Guy Ramsay
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NYD Youth Rugby Tournament
O
n the first day of 2018, under warm recently added Under 19 ‘Warriors’ match
blue skies, the Club hosted the which highlights emerging talent from the local
51st New Year’s Day Youth Rugby schools and smaller clubs, but the spotlight
Tournament, sponsored by Prudential. remains on the games against those Overseas
Barbarians, at Under 16 and 19 ages.
Way back on 1st January 1966 a Hong Kong
Schoolboys side challenged a team of returning A great day was had by all, the stands were
boarding school pupils, beginning a rivalry still full, the catering and amenities laid on by our
going strong today. Captain of the winning excellent Club Staff was superb, and the action
Overseas team that day was Brian Forsgate, on the pitch didn’t disappoint. By common
son of Gerry (after whom the Main Stand consent the best game was, surprise, surprise,
is named) and so the Club link was quickly the Under 19 Boys’ Hong Kong Dragons versus
established. the Overseas Lions, which the Overseas took by If you haven’t been before, and perhaps need
a nose, but every game provided outstanding some reviving, come on down to the 52nd
These days this highlight of the youth rugby
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World Championship Success Inspires
the Next Generation at HKFC Squash
H uge congratulations to Max Lee (HKFC
1) who led the Hong Kong men’s team
to stunning success at the WSF Men’s World
Fion Tang (HKFC L1) U19 HK Junior Open (Aug 2017) – Finalist
Singapore Junior Open (Dec 2017) – Finalist
Team Squash Championships in Marseilles Bright Smart Securities 18th Asian Junior Squash Team
in December as they won a Bronze Medal, Championship (Feb 2017) - Silver (Team HK)
defeating France in their Quarter-final before
losing in a hard-fought semi with eventual Arthur Wong (HKFC 2A) U17 CMS Borneo Junior Open (July 2017) – Finalist
champions Egypt. HK Junior Open (Aug 2017) – 3rd
The brilliant achievements of Men’s and Renee Wu (HKFC L1) U15 HK Junior Open (Aug 2017) - Champion
Women’s (World Team Champs Bronze
Asia Junior Individual Championship, Amman, Jordan
2016) national teams have firmly established
(Aug 2017) – 8th (Team HK)
squash as Hong Kong’s Most Successful
Sport* and inspired a new generation of Mariko Tam (HKFC L2B) U15 Asia Junior Individual Championship, Amman, Jordan
juniors to pursue their squash dreams with (Aug 2017) – 4th (GU13)(Team HK)
many working their way up through age- Penang Junior (Malaysian) Open (Jun 2017) – 4th (GU13)
groups in leagues and tournaments in HK
and around the World. HK Junior Open (Aug 2017) – 4th (GU13)
Here are just a few stand-out tournament Paige Hill U15 Japan Junior Open (July 2017) – Finalist (GU13)
results achieved by the Club juniors at CMS Borneo Junior Open (July 2017) – 6th (GU13)
international events in recent months.
Singapore Junior Open (Dec 2017) – 10th
To compete at an international level in any
Valerie Huang (HKFC L2A) U13 CMS Borneo Junior Open (July 2017) – 4th
sport takes a huge amount of hard work and
commitment and all these young players are Alyssa Ho (HKFC L3B) U13 Japan Junior Open (July 2017) – Champion (GU11)
a credit to the Club and themselves. US Junior Open (Dec 2017) – Finalist (GU11)
Congratulations to all our Junior stars. We HK Junior Open (Aug 2017) – Finalist (GU11)
will be proudly cheering them (and Max and
Ling) on through the remainder of the league Penang Junior (Malaysian) Open (Jun 2017) – 5th (GU11)
and tournament season!
*Hong Kong has three men and three women currently
ranked in the World’s top 40 (including Leo Au (22), Max
Lee (30), Annie Au (11) and Joey Chan (19) and HKFC’s Liu
Tsz-Ling (36). Both the Men’s (2017) and Women’s (2016)
teams are current World Team Championship Bronze
medallists and Max is the reigning Asian Men’s Champion.
(And don’t even get me started on Masters……)
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