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04 MEMBER OF THE MONTH GOLF TIPS 05
PUTT LIKE A PRO
KING WITH JIALI
Hello Kakis,
been a competitive golfer since I was 16. After
take off, so it is diffcult to know whether you
OF THE I have been golfing for over 15 years, and have target. With putting however, the ball does not
two years of advanced training in Australia,
have hit the sweet spot.
FAIRWAYS playing the Asian circuit, I am ready to share Here is a simple but effective drill you can do at
I turned pro in 2009. Now, after two years
my skills with you.
home, to help you hit the sweet spot constantly.
I will begin with putting, the least practised This will give you better speed control, better
roll and of course, sink more putts.
but most important part of the game. Like every
SMILEY GOH club, the putter has its own sweet spot. When No more excuses of “no time” or access to a
you hit it, the ball moves effortlessly to its
practice green!
Member of the Month
Date of birth: 14 October 1945 1 2 3
Membership type: Senior – Platinum
Member since 2002
Smiley is a familiar face amongst the
my golf kaki family and just like his
namesake, is energetic, cheerful and All you need is Blu-Tack, a mat or Place the Blu-Tack on top of the tee Align the ball and putter on the mat,
and place the tees on either side of
carpet, two tees of the same length
as shown here.
friendly. An ardent supporter of the club (shorter will be easier), a ball and the ball. Leave a little space between
since its inception in 2002, he has your putter. the ball and tees.
introduced countless friends and colleagues
to my golf kaki. Smiley was previously with 4 5
the Singapore American School before
embarking on an acting career. Find out
more about the man offscreen.
The alignment of the ball, putter On your back stroke the tees should still be pointing at the target, as shown
MGK Goh and the tees should all be pointing above. Now, make your usual putting stroke and make sure your ball does not hit
towards the intended target. the tee when stroking through the ball. This drill should improve your confdence
in hitting the sweet spot more effciently.
How did you frst fnd out about at Jurong Country Club a couple of years Bay Golf Course as it is affordable and
my golf kaki? back. It was defnitely a moment to very strategically located. Aside from the Enjoy the drill and practise regularly,
I read about it in a publication, calling remember for me! What made it sweeter convenience, I must say that I enjoy the
for Union members to join an affordable was the $500 insurance payout I enjoyed well-maintained greens as well. because more practice makes you better!
new golf club. Back then, it was under as a my golf kaki member.
the management of the Singapore Labour What is your motto in life?
Foundation (SLF). Has the club helped to expand your Strive to enjoy whatever life deals out to me.
golfng circle?
What made you decide to join us? Defnitely. Throughout the years What motivates you?
I could not miss out on the opportunity to participating in club events, I have Happiness. To see happiness in others
golf at discounted rates. Particularly, at met many fellow golfers from various especially. It is infectious! JULY TO
Orchid Country Club where I often played backgrounds. In fact, I still see some MORE GOLF CLINICS SEPTEMBER
night golf with my buddies. familiar faces at current club events Any favourite golf quotes?
which is nice. To quote the United States Golf
What do you like most about my golf kaki? Association’s motto, “For the Good of Members were treated to exclusive golf clinics conducted from July to
I like that at every event, there are goodie Who is your favourite golfer and why? the Game” – I think everything we do September by my golf kaki Ambassador, Ji Jiali. The sessions proved to be
bags and great prizes up for grabs. The I do not have any favourite golfer in in golf, every action, must be for the popular and benefcial to participants as each of them had an opportunity
lucky draw segment is a big plus too, particular. Instead, I believe in always good of the game. It is after all known as to work closely with a certifed golf professional. Segmented into different
especially for casual golfers who may not trying to outdo one-self and perform my a gentleman’s game, where each golfer profciency levels and themes, the clinics looked into the various aspects
be in contention for tournament prizes. very best at each game I play. has the responsibility to uphold the of chipping and putting, such as applying correct techniques, playing from
integrity of golf. different lies, increasing consistency as well as the importance of pre and
What was your most memorable experience? What is your preferred golf course?
I experienced my frst ever Hole-in-One At the moment, I often golf at Marina post shot routines. Special ladies-only sessions were also held to ensure a Ji Jiali is a Class A Member, Singapore Professional Golf
more intimate and conducive learning environment.
Association, and a Ladies Asian Golf Tour player.
PUTT LIKE A PRO
KING WITH JIALI
Hello Kakis,
been a competitive golfer since I was 16. After
take off, so it is diffcult to know whether you
OF THE I have been golfing for over 15 years, and have target. With putting however, the ball does not
two years of advanced training in Australia,
have hit the sweet spot.
FAIRWAYS playing the Asian circuit, I am ready to share Here is a simple but effective drill you can do at
I turned pro in 2009. Now, after two years
my skills with you.
home, to help you hit the sweet spot constantly.
I will begin with putting, the least practised This will give you better speed control, better
roll and of course, sink more putts.
but most important part of the game. Like every
SMILEY GOH club, the putter has its own sweet spot. When No more excuses of “no time” or access to a
you hit it, the ball moves effortlessly to its
practice green!
Member of the Month
Date of birth: 14 October 1945 1 2 3
Membership type: Senior – Platinum
Member since 2002
Smiley is a familiar face amongst the
my golf kaki family and just like his
namesake, is energetic, cheerful and All you need is Blu-Tack, a mat or Place the Blu-Tack on top of the tee Align the ball and putter on the mat,
and place the tees on either side of
carpet, two tees of the same length
as shown here.
friendly. An ardent supporter of the club (shorter will be easier), a ball and the ball. Leave a little space between
since its inception in 2002, he has your putter. the ball and tees.
introduced countless friends and colleagues
to my golf kaki. Smiley was previously with 4 5
the Singapore American School before
embarking on an acting career. Find out
more about the man offscreen.
The alignment of the ball, putter On your back stroke the tees should still be pointing at the target, as shown
MGK Goh and the tees should all be pointing above. Now, make your usual putting stroke and make sure your ball does not hit
towards the intended target. the tee when stroking through the ball. This drill should improve your confdence
in hitting the sweet spot more effciently.
How did you frst fnd out about at Jurong Country Club a couple of years Bay Golf Course as it is affordable and
my golf kaki? back. It was defnitely a moment to very strategically located. Aside from the Enjoy the drill and practise regularly,
I read about it in a publication, calling remember for me! What made it sweeter convenience, I must say that I enjoy the
for Union members to join an affordable was the $500 insurance payout I enjoyed well-maintained greens as well. because more practice makes you better!
new golf club. Back then, it was under as a my golf kaki member.
the management of the Singapore Labour What is your motto in life?
Foundation (SLF). Has the club helped to expand your Strive to enjoy whatever life deals out to me.
golfng circle?
What made you decide to join us? Defnitely. Throughout the years What motivates you?
I could not miss out on the opportunity to participating in club events, I have Happiness. To see happiness in others
golf at discounted rates. Particularly, at met many fellow golfers from various especially. It is infectious! JULY TO
Orchid Country Club where I often played backgrounds. In fact, I still see some MORE GOLF CLINICS SEPTEMBER
night golf with my buddies. familiar faces at current club events Any favourite golf quotes?
which is nice. To quote the United States Golf
What do you like most about my golf kaki? Association’s motto, “For the Good of Members were treated to exclusive golf clinics conducted from July to
I like that at every event, there are goodie Who is your favourite golfer and why? the Game” – I think everything we do September by my golf kaki Ambassador, Ji Jiali. The sessions proved to be
bags and great prizes up for grabs. The I do not have any favourite golfer in in golf, every action, must be for the popular and benefcial to participants as each of them had an opportunity
lucky draw segment is a big plus too, particular. Instead, I believe in always good of the game. It is after all known as to work closely with a certifed golf professional. Segmented into different
especially for casual golfers who may not trying to outdo one-self and perform my a gentleman’s game, where each golfer profciency levels and themes, the clinics looked into the various aspects
be in contention for tournament prizes. very best at each game I play. has the responsibility to uphold the of chipping and putting, such as applying correct techniques, playing from
integrity of golf. different lies, increasing consistency as well as the importance of pre and
What was your most memorable experience? What is your preferred golf course?
I experienced my frst ever Hole-in-One At the moment, I often golf at Marina post shot routines. Special ladies-only sessions were also held to ensure a Ji Jiali is a Class A Member, Singapore Professional Golf
more intimate and conducive learning environment.
Association, and a Ladies Asian Golf Tour player.
