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Next Game – Kota Permai – 16th July 2013

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Next week on Tuesday 16th July we will play at Kota Permai. 5 flights have been booked and we are expecting a good turnout, for this excellent course. 

Please be at the club by 0720 latest with tee off at 0745 hrs. Costs 185 RM ,incl comp caddy. I believe certain cost benefits may be available for CIMB card holders. Please let me know if card being used and the costs, so can be allowed for in pre registration.  2 tee boxes have been requested, with flights 1 and 2 off tee box 1, 3, 4 off 10.

Thanks to Barry for his help in arranging the bookings.

We will be eating at the club, and a room has been booked by Vincent, as he is celebrating his birthday and wants to treat everybody….

Results – Bukit Unggul – 9th July 2013

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Results

Only 14 players teed off as a result of a no show and a late withdrawal, resulting in 2 three balls.

Unusually at the moment the weather was cool and overcast and some rain on the back 9. Along with the weather and the recent “piggy attacks” the scores were higher than expected. 

The winner with an excellent 89 for 40 points was Stuart Taylor, cut 4 . Second was Glen Wombwell with 100 for 38 points. Cut 1. Lowest gross was Ted Parslow with 87. 

A good lunch was had at the Dengkil Seafood Restaurant in Dengkil on the suggestion of Andrew Robinson.

Discussions agreed at the lunch.

1) USGA H/Cap system will be used after Stuart has checked all running OK with the software. Aim to start for the first game in August.  Capping to be set at 3 over h/cap.
The basis will be on all rounds played in 2013.  Review in 3 months to check all working well and the desired results are being achieved.

2) Starting immediately LC s will play to the rules of golf. Local club rules to apply, if relevant. Inclement conditions, requiring pick and clean to be announced on the day by the convenor.  

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Obituary – Gordon Wingate

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It was with deep sadness that we all heard about the sudden death of Gordon Wingate on Saturday 29th June 2013. Gordon will always be remembered for his good humour, his passion for the game of golf and his frequent participation at the Loose Cannons games as well as other KL golfing groups such as WIGS and KLOGS since his arrival in KL in November 2012.

Gordon joined Loose Cannons in November last year when he relocated here from Dubai and very quickly assimilated into the group.  Although I have known Gordon only a relatively short time I quickly grew to relate to Gordon particularly given our common Scottish heritage, his sharp and dry sense of Scottish wit and humour and of course his love for the game of golf. I remember distinctly the first game he joined us at Bukit Kemuning …. back in November 2012  …. I remember it well as it was an extremely wet and rather sodden/flooded course we played …. must have reminded Gordon of Scotland …. and I also remember because I actually won that day. Since that time we have enjoyed playing golf most weeks both with the Loose Cannons group as well as other organised games in and around KL. I may add that Gordon and I added a small incentive over the last few months in the form of a “small wager”  …. RM20 to be precise …  just to focus our minds on the game at hand … although I am disappointed to report that this income has not added significantly to my retirement fund. Gordon was well known for his quick playing style and his big drives off the tee …. many of which kept the local monkey population in the jungles on their toes! In his time here in KL with the Loose Cannons group Gordon played 24 games with the Loose Cannons with one win. It was only just last week I played with Gordon which was sadly to be his last game…. I am glad to report that he did win that game. Gordon is by now no doubt in the middle of that big wide fairway in that celestial golf course (which I may add will be the first time he has been in the fairway for some time).

We should take this time not to be remorseful of this great loss but to take the time to celebrate … celebrate a life, a life well lived, a life lived to the full. Let us all remember and reminisce about the wonderful, colourful times we have all enjoyed with Gordon and the joy, goodwill, humour and laughter that Gordon brought to each and everyone of us. Once again let us all join in hearts and minds to celebrate and remember the Life of Gordon Wingate.



Results – Rahman Putra – 2nd July 2013

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17 players turned out in very pleasant conditions and we teed off on time from 2 tee boxes on the Hills course. The course was in excellent condition and the greens were true and fast. A little slow play , especially as we caught up with the walkers. 

A very surprising situation happened at registration when it was discovered that that the club only accept Mycad and not passports as proof of age… The situation was discussed after the game with management and we will wait and see what the result is. Will we play at this excellent course again ??

The winner on the day was Kevin Wiggins with an excellent 86,for 43 points, cut 7. Bernard Rohman was second with 90 for 41 points. Cut only 1. 


Results – Perangsang Templer – 25th June 2013

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Only 12 players, eventually turned out for the Trophy game at Perangsang. Numbers were down as a result of concern over the haze. As it turned out only light haze was experienced and on the second nine the sun actually broke through. Considering the past few days, conditions were much better than predicted, and in fact quite pleasant…. The course was dry and good runs and some unlucky bounces were had by all. The greens were slow, after heavy watering on the front 9 , but the back 9 which had been lightly sanded were fast and true.

The winner on the day , and breaking his duck was Graham Cadman with a 94 for 45 points, cut 9. Well done. He beat , what in effect turned out to be a head / head match with Aftab Ahmad 94 for 42 points. Cut 1. Lowest gross was by Geoff, 82. Full results attached.

This was Aftab’s last game for a couple of months as he is off to California. Safe trip.


10 players enjoyed a superb meal at Selayang Tang Dynasty, the recently renovated restaurant, where we were also made most welcome.

Next Game – Perangsang Templer – 25th June 2013

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Next week, 25th, for the trophy game we are at Perangsang. 5 Flights have been booked, although with holidays the numbers are currently low. Will be Aftab’s last game for 2 months as he sets off to California for his summer and this year, Ramadan break. Lunch will be taken at Selayang. Andrew has confirmed the Restaurant is open again after reno.!!  

Results – Tasik Puteri – 18th June 2013

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A very hot day at Tasik, especially the Tasik nine. 16 players turned out, starting from 2 tee boxes. The course was very dry, good run on the fairways and true greens resulted in some good scores. The winner on the day was Hans Berger with a 92 for 42 points. Cut 6 ..  second on count back from Graham Cadman was Andrew Robinson, with 91 for 41 cut 1. Lowest gross was Geoff Mclaws with 81. 

The game celebrated Barry’s 250th game for LCs. An enjoyable lunch followed and with Barry’s generous supply of wine , a good time was had by all. Barry also donated two bottles of “nectar” , which were won by Kevin, 4th place and Ray for 10th place. Thanks Barry.