APIWATW ( A Picture Is Worth A Thousand Words)

Upping The Ante at Borneo Height!

Once in awhile in an ideal world, one should spend time on a higher ground to have a better view of the world below. Only then will one be able to see things in a new perspective and dimension. Take for example our recent trip to the Bidayuh Golf Course ( an unofficial name though ). My first impression was thought to be very common, quiet road curving through lust landscape with cool breeze coupled with an odour of success.

( Heading into the mist just for golf! )

Andrew Joseph (AP) flatly "SMSed" me to express his fear of driving up to the resort. Fear no more. The road up is as gentle as Sharifah Aini's..." But on a curious note, as with anyone associated with the first trip, memory and a good one is a must. But by topping the golf ball constantly is not my idea of "higher-level game". But that exactly what AP did. Hmm I wonder if that's a typical fear associated with anything first-time. The jungle though will have lots to wonder whose iron is erratic as ball after ball settled in the jungle. Hole 16 was roasted with AP's miss hits!

RGS didn't do well although the mere act of playing up there is a good memory by itself. JS? "This guy is good at the bunker!". Watch bunker at hole 19! You may not get out of it by one shot. My good friend only time will tell if his swing is as good up at the mountain as in KGS. No room for error! JB? JB bo. "What do you think if my standard?" I think nothing of standard after his ball richochet off the big rock 90 degree west! Not a chance JB.

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Lets see.

Chance to shine at SIC Golf

On 25th September, 2009 YB Datuk Peter Nansian Nguse was officially appointed by Dato Sri William Mawan Ikom was appointed as "Community Captain" in conjunction with the Sarawak Inter-Community Golf 2009. As a Bidayuh, I then deduce what this mean is that our YB Datuk Peter will spearhead as the captain of the Bidayuh Community Team.

So as a fellow Bidayuh I urge who ever represents our community to support and play your guts out. It is an honour as I believe those selected are not merely making the number but out of merit with high hope that he would carry the good name of the Bidayuh with high golf integrity and honesty. I would also add that these selected would not merely there to wear fancy sponsored T-shirt but it represents an opportunity to shine in your golf game.

As always, YB Datuk Peter has already in place dedicated men who will sweat it out to serve and organise the team which I think what the Bidayuh is famous for, team spirit, solidarity and co-operation... especially in golf (tempted to say so!). Straunch and avid golfer like Andrew Joseph, James Sinjeng and many more are onhand to offer their free service. ( no accounting fee James please). Don't be sentitive you guys if your name is not being mentioned. Many choose to be silent supporters. Yes I heard you right.

Come 17th October, unfortunately few members of the glamour group are missing as PP choose wisely to be with his Nipponic gang somewhere in Japan. JB have also cleverly booked to be in China. Hmm are'nt we ever get tired of the slits?

Me? Oh yes. According to my recent golf results, I am indeed badly in need of a new swing guru. Not quite Hank Haney but close. Remember, the last time I changed my swing, I lost my balance and almost my wife too! So sadly as much as I like to be in the team (not automatic choice I know but I always think positive) I will be somewhere at the Las Vegas Stripp or Black Mountain Golf School. ( ahem ).

Wait you JS, AP, JB, PP.....

Oh, here's the probable line up for the Bidayuh Community Team as released by JS.
As you can see, your faithfully is obviously MIA.

Gross

1. Manggit Semong

2. Albert Tanon

3. Johnny Chai

4. Lester Simbas

5. Richard Ronda

6. Dominic Siron

7. Dominic Josip

8. Andrew Peter

9. Fabian Marip

10. Anthony Rupen

Nett

1. James Sinjeng

2. Jabing Bujing

3. Dr. Eric Munjan

4. Anthony Abang

5. Ahkim Sarok

6. Hygenius Kevin

7. Ricky Gayok

8. Ik Pahon

9. Dr. Mosko Ruben

10. Johnny Petir

11. Paul Shannon

12. Mike Mangges

13. Ricky Nyowip

14. Andrew Ngisun

15. John Wayne Chamberlin

16. Paul Bond Chamberlin

17. William Juah

18. Dr. Eric Munjan

19. Eric Henry

20. Mohd. Firdaus Abdullah

21. Martin Ben

Get A Life!

Golf is slow, bike is fast, and in between one gets a balanced life!

Go for it!

FAMILY FEUD: THE REAL WAR

Any day, any time and on any course, PP and AP would brush-off any challenger hands down.
But when it comes to crunch putt, well they'll be there just for the crump! especially when there are important games and during tournament, the pressure is JEST TOO MUCH to bear. Some people.

JS on the other hand takes his time in stride. He learned his lesson and be damn one day his executive hole exploit might just bear a hole-in-one. One day that is. Hmm need I add more?

Yes. Next tournament. Next challenge.

WBGC BITS & PIECES

We wish to welcome YB Datuk Michael Manyin Jawong, Minister for Urban Development and Tourism, Sarawak Penaung World Bidayuh Golf Championship 2009.

YB Dato James Dawos, YB En Malcolm Mussen, En Ik Pahon Joyik, President DBNA and fellow golfers.

Thank you all for your participation in the 5th Series of WBGC 2009.

Thank you to the management of DGCC (En Ahkim Sarok Thanks) for the privilege to play at the scenic Arnold Palmer designed course.

It is now my privilege and honour to announce the championship results and the presentation of prizes.

WBGC 2009 LEADERBOARD

Nett (VIP) After 18 holes
1. YB En Malcolm Mussen Lamo 72
2. YB Dr. Jerip Susil 77
3. YB Dato Dr James Dawos Mamit 90

Nett
1. Johnny Saturday 62
2. Lusus Runan 71 ( OCB )
3. Michael James 71 ( OCB )
4. Hyginus Kevin Aken 71
5. Ik Talano Pahon 74 ( OCB )
6. Louis Carnis 74
7. Mike Mangges 76 ( OCB )
8. Ricky Guing Senen 76 ( OCB )
9. Andrew Ngisun 76
10. Lily Stephen 77

Gross
1. Lester Simbas 83 ( Champion WBGC 2009 )
2. Alice Ripet 85
3. Magit Semong 86
4. Richard Ruda 87
5. Albert Tanon 88
6. Johnny Peter 90
7. Andrew Peter 92
8. Keeson 93
9. Ateng Jeros 94 ( OCB )
10. Domonic Siron 94

Novelties
Nearest The Pin ( Hole 3) – Albert Tanon – 8 ft. 6 inch.
Nearest The Line ( Hole 16 ) – Johnny Peter – 1 ft. 2 inch.
Nearest The Pin ( Hole 17 ) – James Sinjeng – 2 ft.
Longest Drive ( Hole 8 ) – Albert Tanon – 263 metres

Most Hardworking Golfer ( Wooden Spoon ) – Dr Andrew Ragai – 126 gross

I would like to conclude this 5th series with some pantun.

“World Bidayuh Golf nama pertandingan
Damai Golf and Country Club medan perjuangan
Pemenangnya sepuloh tiada bandingan
Sunggoh berseri wajah keriangan

Kepada perderma hadiah kita ucapkan trima kasih
Diringi doa dan harapan semoga diberkati
Mereka yang tewas janganlah bersedih
Tahun hadapan kita boleh cuba lagi”

Oleh James Sinjeng ( Best of the best! )