18th INTERNATIONALJUMBO DOUBLES

SQUASH TOURNAMENT23 TO 26 FEBRUARY 2017

THE TANGLIN CLUB SQUASH CENTRE

5 STEVENS ROAD SINGAPORE 257814TEL: 6622 0588 | EMAIL: SPORTS@TANGLIN-CLUB.ORG.SG

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President’s MessageGeneral Manager’s MessageSquash Convenor’s MessageSponsors’ MessageBrief History of Jumbo Doubles SquashTournament Programme Participating ClubsRules & RegulationHighlights From 2016Past WinnersSponsors

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Peter Rogers

Andrew Lockie

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Vincent Lam

Alexander Yew

Puneet Chadha

David Palmer

Mark James

Max Soh

Tournament Director

Squash Convenor

Squash Committee

Squash Committee

Squash Committee

Squash Committee

Squash Committee

Sports & Recreation Director

Sports & Recreation Executive

*When calling the Sports & Recreation staff, please ask the receptionist to transfer to their extension line

PRESIDENT ’SMESSAGE

The Tanglin Club is honoured to host the 18th International Jumbo Doubles Squash Tournament, Asia’s Premiere Jumbo Doubles event. On behalf of the Club, I warmly welcome the organisers, sponsors, spectators and players alike.

A large number of participating clubs from the Asia Pacific region gather at our Club for some friendly, but keen competition, to take home the trophy. We hope that all participating clubs enjoy our hospitality and service of The Tanglin Club for the duration of the tournament.

I would like to wish all participants every success in the Tournament.

Robert WienerPresident

The Tanglin Club

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The Tanglin Club is honoured to host the 18th International Jumbo Doubles

Squash Tournament. On behalf of the Tanglin Team, I welcome all

participants and sponsors alike.

We hope that all participants enjoy the warm hospitality and service of

The Tanglin Club during the tournament.

I would like to wish all participants every success in the Tournament.

Josie TulipanoGeneral Manager

The Tanglin Club

GENERAL MANAGER ’SMESSAGE

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SQUASH CONVENOR’SMESSAGE

It is a pleasure to welcome everyone to The Tanglin Club’s 18th International Jumbo Doubles Tournament, The Presidents Cup. The Tanglin Club Squash Section look forward to this annual event every year and we are delighted to take this opportunity to share our world class facilities with all participating players and spectators alike.

The Presidents Cup Tournament is Singapore’s largest international squash event and the Asia-Pacific region’s largest doubles tournament. It is now into its 18th year featuring over 150 players from many different countries creating a rich vein of diversity within the tournament.

In addition this coming March The Tanglin club will be involved in providing its squash facilities for the Lexian Cup another great Jumbo Doubles event open to all participant’s resident in Singapore.

Jumbo Doubles transforms the traditional game of singles squash into a whole new dimension. It is a true indicator of how well a doubles pair adjust to combine their physicality and racket skills to overcome their opponents. It is a game of strategy, stamina and bravery, as the front court players watch the game going on behind them. Over the years we have seen an outstanding escalation in the standard of the game proving that Jumbo Doubles is not a game that simply provides longevity to the aging squash player, it is a dynamic and exciting challenge to any player regardless of age or ability.

The continued growth of Jumbo Doubles Squash will only be made possible through the keen interest of various individuals and sporting clubs who continue to promote the game. This activity is made possible by the generosity and support of sponsors. The Tanglin Club is extremely grateful to all of our sponsors, particularly to our new Gold Sponsor, Citi Prestige and ACMA who support us every year.

We are looking forward to a spectacular weekend of squash, of re-uniting with old friends from afar and the forging of new friendships through our devotion to this great game. On behalf of The Tanglin Club, I would like to welcome you to what promises to be another excellent squash event.

With warm regardsAndrew Lockie

Squash Convenor The Tanglin Club

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PARTNER ’S MESSAGECITIBANK

Citi Prestige is proud to be a partner of The Tanglin Club for the 18th International Jumbo Doubles Squash Tournament 2017. On behalf of The Tanglin Club, we welcome all local and international players participating in this event and wish everyone a successful tournament.

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Prestige TravelCreate new memories with our complimentary hotel night stay benefit, unlimited airport lounge access, and limousine airport transfers. Prestige Lifestyle PrivilegesGain exclusive access to complimentary golf games locally and regionally, shopping privileges at Club 21, and dining privileges at Marina Bay Sands.

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SPONSOR ’S MESSAGEACMA ENGINEERS PRIVATE LIMITEDCongratulations for the past year’s success in organising the International Jumbo Doubles Tournament. It is our pleasure once again to be involved in this year’s tournament. We take this opportunity to wish all participants in this tournament good success.

Over the years, ACMA Engineers has imported ranges of Hitachi air-conditioners and chillers from various Hitachi factories around the world like Japan, Taiwan, Philippines, Spain, Malaysia and China, and these Hitachi Central air-conditioners and chillers are mainly sold to both the contractors and consumers locally and overseas.

We’ll endeavour to promote Excellent Service and Efficiency, Excellent Support and Excellent Quality and Value to achieve optimum service for our customers. Our business strategy is to continue to expand and strengthen our business in the existing market sectors in which it operates.

SPONSOR ’S MESSAGECOURTECHWelcome all participants to the 18th International Jumbo Doubles Squash Tournament for the President’s Cup. Happy Squashing!

zabidin786@yahoo.com.sg9678 5917

SPONSOR ’S MESSAGESPORTS FINESSE

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Sports Finesse is once again proud to be involved in the prestigious 18th Tanglin Club International Jumbo Doubles 2017 and would like to welcome all local and international friends participating in this event.

Sports Finesse was founded in 2011 by its owner Robson Yeoh and operates a retail shop in Queensway Shopping Centre, also known as the biggest sporting hub in Singapore. In just a few years, it has become a market leader in squash, boasting a wide range of premium brands and popular models.

In early 2016, Sports Finesse has since moved to a much bigger unit and a better location just a few steps away from the previous unit. On this note, I would like to extend my deepest appreciation to all the support from the squash fraternity here and abroad.

Last but not least, Sports Finesse once again wishes everyone happy squashing and a wonderful stay in Singapore. I certainly hope to see everyone here again next year.

Best of luck and cheers!

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SPONSOR ’S MESSAGELINK PUMPS

Having played in nearly all of the doubles since its inception and been a sponsor for many years, it gives me great pleasure to be part of the sponsorship team. I’m sure you will all have the usual great time.

Should any of you have industrial pump queries, we not only have process pumps and fire pumps, but the pumps are now being used to protect ships against pirates using high pressure water jets.

Have an enjoyable time – remember not everyone can win. At worst, enjoy the game and the fellowship.

John LinkLink Pumps in Melbourne, Australia

SPONSOR ’S MESSAGEINTERNATIONAL SHIPCARE

International Shipcare is delighted once again to sponsor the 18th International Jumbo Doubles Tournament.

For over 40 years, International Shipcare has been at the forefront of excellence in layup services, with its world-class facilities and distinction in quality and expertise.

Established in 1975, ISC was the first company in the region to provide organised ship and vessel layup services in the Brunei Bay. Through the years, our extensive experience and impressive track record has made us a market leader in the layup industry. At ISC, our commitment to our clients goes beyond just our layup services. We support our customer’s goals by ensuring their assets are cared for and returned to service in optimal condition following layup, regardless of duration.

Through our experience in the layup business, ISC understands the importance of preservation and maintenance when a vessel is taken out of service. To maximise the benefits for our clients, we have developed an effective formula that tailors the layup program to match the specific requirements of each owner and their vessel.

BRIEF HISTORY OFJUMBO DOUBLES SQUASH

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The OriginsJumbo Doubles Squash originated in Philadelphia, U.S.A. In 1907, The Racquet Club moved to new premises and had a spare room measuring 45 feet by 25 feet. Frederick Tomkins, the Racquet Club’s English Pro, convinced the Club that the space was perfect for the old English game of squash doubles – which didn’t actually exist. The court was built in the winter of that year.

Jumbo Doubles Squash became fashionable in the USA in the 1930s. In 1935, it crossed the Atlantic to the UK, its Motherland, where three courts were constructed, two in London and one in Scotland at the Edinburgh Sports Club. The two London courts were victims of Hitler’s 1940 bombing blitz in World War 2, but the Scottish court survived and is still used today.

Hardball squash started in North America due to the colder weather conditions being unsuitable for the British softball. Whilst the majority of singles is now played with an international standard softball, hardball is still used in colder climates for Jumbo Doubles. In the warmer climes of South-East Asia, the standard international softball is used. When using a hardball, Jumbo Doubles participants play ‘sides’, whereas with a softball, they typically use ‘front and back’ positioning.

Jumbo Doubles in AsiaThailand: In the late 19th Century, a number of British expats and teak loggers were working in the north of the Thailand – and playing squash in teak courts. In 1898, fourteen of them founded The Chieng Mai Gymkhana Club, the oldest sports club in Thailand.

One of them, Douglas Fleming Macfie, left an outstanding legacy when in 1909 he presented The Chiengmai Cup to the Royal Bangkok Sports Club – founded in 1901. The competition for this cup has been played almost continuously since 1910, firstly on singles courts, then widened singles courts, and since 1976, on a full size Jumbo Doubles court. The Chiengmai Cup became an international tournament in 1988 and is the oldest Jumbo Doubles tournament in Asia.

Malaysia: Kuala Lumpur’s Raintree Club officially opened their two Jumbo Doubles courts in April 1996. Their international Y.A.M. Tunku Naquiyuddin Cup has run every year since 2000.

Singapore: The Tanglin Club completed their first Jumbo Doubles court in 1999 and their international Presidents Cup tournament first ran in March 2000. A second court was built in 2007. The Presidents Cup is now in its 17th consecutive year and has become the largest softball Jumbo Doubles tournament in the world.

The Singapore Island Country Club completed their first Jumbo Doubles court in 2009 and it is anticipated that they will be organising major tournaments.

Indonesia: A Jumbo Doubles court was constructed in Surabaya around 2005 and an international tournament was organised.

We are fortunate to have a growing number of Jumbo Doubles courts, a thriving inter-Club squash community, and an increasingly popular international Jumbo Doubles tournament circuit in South-East Asia.

BRIEF HISTORY OFJUMBO DOUBLES SQUASH

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Sunday, 19 February 2017 10.00am Qualifying round for local players (if required)

Thursday, 23 February 2017 7.00pm 1st rounds commence for local players

Friday, 24 February 2017 9.00am 1st rounds commence for all other players8.30pm Welcome Buffet Dinner at the Squash Centre

Saturday, 25 February 2017 8.30am 2nd rounds commence until 12.30pm1.00pm 3rd rounds commence & 1st round of the plate events until 5.00 pm5.30pm Quarter-finals & semi-finals

Sunday, 26 February 2017 8.30am Final of the plate & main event until 12.30pm1.00pm Prize giving followed by farewell lunch

TOURNAMENT PROGRAMME

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PARTICIPATING CLUBS / TEAMS

The Tanglin ClubSingapore Squash Racquets AssociationSingapore Cricket ClubSingapore Island Country ClubThe American ClubHollandse ClubSAFRAHilton Squash ClubHong Kong Football ClubRoyal Hong Kong Yacht ClubThe Capitol Club, BangkokRoyal Selangor ClubSquash MagicPUTA 1Angry BirdsMAASH

1880StingersSambal Hebby 2BMenDubblesBMLTeam AltitudeTay CChinese Swimming ClubHong Kong Cricket ClubThe American Club, Hong KongPalm Spring Country Club Royal Bangkok Sports ClubSocial SquashersTeam IndonesiaUCSC

1) Play shall be in accordance with the World Squash Doubles Rules. Exceptions are outlined in the subsequent paragraphs.

2) All matches will be played to the best of 3 games to 11 points on a point-a-rally scoring basis. In the event of a 10-all draw each game will end in a “sudden-death” at 11 points.

3) Warming Up: Players are encouraged to warm up in the singles courts prior to entering the doubles court. Play should commence when all four players are on court.

4) From the start of the match the serving side has 2 hands. The player standing on the right serves first. The serving and receiving order for partners must remain the same throughout each game.

5) In all cases of dispute which cannot be resolved by the match referee or marker, a member of the Organising Committee will make the final decision.

6) Pairing of players in a team must remain the same throughout the competition.Substitutions are not allowed except in exceptional circumstances at the discretion of the Organising Committee.7) A team is eligible to take part in the plate event after losing its first match. A walkover given by a team disqualifies it from entering the plate event unless decided otherwise by the Organising Committee.

8) The Organising Committee will manage the Draw taking into account players’ strengths, prior match results, and gaps in the Draw due to late withdrawals.

9) The official ball is the black Dunlop XX yellow dot. This will be provided.

10) One player from each winning team is expected to referee/mark the match following their own.

RULES AND REGULATIONS

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11) The use of protective eyewear by players during matches is mandatory for safety reasons.Eyewear will be available for purchase plus limited sets for loan.

12) All players must sign the waiver form upon signing in for the competition. Failure to do so will automatically result in a disqualification.

13) Players deliberately forcing a Let to avoid losing a point may be penalised by the referee and the point awarded to the other side.

All participants must leave their mobile / contact numbers with the organisers upon registration for the tournament.

COURT ETIQUETTE

• We trust the spirit of co-operation and sportsmanship will prevail throughout the competition.

• Whenever in doubt, play a LET to avoid injuries to other players.

• Do not “shadow” the ball when your partner has played a poor shot to force a let. (See Rule 13)

• Exercise good sportsmanship at all times. This is a game, not a battle.

• Players are expected and required to maintain control of their emotions throughout the match. Set a good example.

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HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2016

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2000Zainal Abidin and Lim Jit Uei (SCC)

2001Phil Head and Glenn Hitch (HKFC)

2002Zainal Abidin and Lim Jit Uei (SCC)

2003Zainal Abidin and Lim Jit Uei (SCC)

2004Vivian Rhamanan andMubashir Gul (UCSC)

2005Steve Robinson and Tom Steward (RACV)

2006Chatchawin Tangjaitrong and Poowis Poonsiri (RBSC)

2007Zainal Abidin and Lim Jit Uei (SCC)

2008Steve Robinson and Mathew Karwalski (RACV)

PAST WINNERS

2009Phil Head and Glenn Hitch (HKFC)

2010Aaron Chee and Timothy Arnold (DUBT)

2011Aaron Chee and Timothy Arnold (RSC1)

2012Aaron Chee and Timothy Arnold (RSC1)

2013Aaron Chee and Timothy Arnold (RSC1)

2014Vivian Rhamanan and Marcus Phua (SSRA 1)

2015Vivian Rhamanan and Marcus Phua (SSRA 1)

2016Vivian Rhamanan and Waseem Gul (SSRA 1)

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PARTNERS/SPONSORS

5 Stevens Road Singapore 257814

Tel: 6622 0555 | Fax: 67332391

www.tanglinclub.org.sg