HomeTeamNS members, volunteers, and partners came together for a meaningful golf competition where over a hundred golfers teed off for a good cause.
On 26 June 2024, HomeTeamNS held its first charity golf tournament at the Tanah Merah Country Club, Garden Course. Thanks to the generosity of participants and sponsors of the tournament, $100,000 was raised for charity. The funds raised were donated to Community Chest Singapore, which supports over 200 critical social service programmes across 5 causes, including seniors and families in need.
HomeTeamNS and NSmen volunteers from the HomeTeamNS Golflinks Committee have been organizing Golf Tournaments for over 20 years. This year, however, a charity element was added, making this annual event extra special and meaningful.
The tournament was graced by Guest-of-Honour Associate Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, Minister of State, Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of National Development, who is also HomeTeamNS President. Assoc Prof Faishal shared in his speech during the dinner segment that HomeTeamNS has embarked on its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) journey with Community Chest. “I’m really heartened to see such a good start to HomeTeamNS CSR journey with Community Chest and the strong support and generosity we received from our HomeTeamNS family,” he said.
“We will rally our community, members, staff, volunteers and partners, to come together and give back to our wider community. Excitingly, more charitable activities are on the horizon,” added Assoc Prof Muhammad Faishal.
Receiving the donated funds on behalf of Community Chest during dinner was Mr Ted Tan, Chairman of Sustainable Philanthropy Committee and Board Member of Community Chest Singapore. He expressed his appreciation for the generous support and gave words of encouragement for HomeTeamNS’ new CSR journey. “We look forward to deepen our collaboration with you, mobilise resources from our whole community so that we can all contribute towards a meaningful cause.”
The day saw 106 golfers teed off the tournament in a shotgun gameplay, using a Modified System 36 Stableford to keep score. Participants competed in four categories: Men’s Division A (0-18), Men’s Division B (19-24), Ladies Division (0-36), and Overall Best Gross Player. There were also novelty prizes for Nearest To Pin.
The tournament had its memorable moments for participants. “When my friend was at Hole 17, she almost made a Hole-In-One, but she was one feet short. I got a birdie at Hole 10. It was quite an exciting afternoon for me,” said Mdm Ada Ang, first-place winner of the Ladies Division, a 67-year-old retiree who previously worked as Head Admin in the Singapore Civil Defence Force.
Mr Hayden Hoon was surprised by his second place win in the Men Division B category, “I was telling my wife I felt that I didn’t play well, but I guess it was probably the division I was placed in,” reflected the 43-year-old business owner. Mr Hoon is also no stranger to golf tournaments that HomeTeamNS organises annually. “I’ve participated in previous runs, but I feel this year is one of the best,” he reflected.
Other than taking home trophies, a lucky draw was also held during the dinner segment where lucky participants got to walk away with prizes such as a 2-Day-1-Night East Villa stay, a Golf Iron set, tickets to various HomeTeamNS facilities, whiskey, and more.
“We are very happy with all the support,” exclaimed INSP (NS) Alan Koh, Chairman of Golflinks Organising Committee, who has been a part of HomeTeamNS Golflinks Organising Committee since HomeTeamNS’ inception. He further expressed his appreciation to all who contributed to the tournament. “Thanks to the sponsorships for making the game successful and we look forward to next year,” he said.
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