LIGC – a haven for golfers to Labuan
Published on: Friday, January 13, 2017
Labuan: The Labuan International Golf Club (LIGC) at Jalan Sungai Pagar here is a microcosm of the duty free island's natural splendour. True to its vision, 'Tee-Off with Mother Nature', LIGC set amidst over 88 hectares of lush landscape provides an unrivalled combination of premium golfing, sightseeing and eco-tourism in one location. Golfers will not only be enjoying the verdant fairways and tranquil ponds, but also the natural sights and sounds unique to Labuan. Golfers and visitors will also enjoy the magnificent sunset view of Kg Sg Miri. ADVERTISEMENT The Labuan Corporation-owned golf course was designed and built by the design teams of Saujana Scape & Greens Sdn Bhd in collaboration with renowned Australian designer, Parslow & Winter Golf Course Design. Since opening in 2013, the 18-hole Par 72 golf course has become the venue of choice amongst Borneo's golfing fraternity. LIGC has attracted many well-known golfers from Malaysia's established clubs and also from neighbouring Brunei. LIGC honorary secretary Ebno Suhaili said the LIGC proudly embodied Labuan's vision for human, social, environmental and economic development by providing a framework to develop the game of golf on the island with a focus on making the sport fun and accessible for all. "Golf is quickly gaining popularity across the island amongst young and old alike, and with demand for additional golf facilities in the country soaring," he added. ADVERTISEMENT LIGC is expected to make a valuable economic contribution to Labuan's luxury leisure and hospitality industry as a major draw for residents as well as inbound golf travel, and will offer an exciting addition to the island's blossoming tourist attractions," he said in an interview with Bernama. LIGC, a landmark of Labuan, has cutting edge facilities designed to guide every member of the society regardless of age or ability from complete beginners to the leading professionals.
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With its advanced facilities such as high-tech driving range, pro shop (offering golf set rental, new/used golf ball, golf shoes and apparels), club house and practice facilities (green and bunker), LIGC provides golfing enthusiasts and those new to the sport alike with an entirely new way to learn, enjoy and share the game in beautiful surroundings. "The practise green and bunker, 22-grass practise bay and 16 carpet practise bays driving range which is 300 metres long provides the training ground for budding golfers and those who want to hone their skills. "Designed with respect for the local culture and traditions, LIGC also features female-centric tee-box and fairways, LIGC is committed to becoming one of the most sustainable golf courses in the region from both an environmental and social perspective, " Ebno said. Since inception, LIGC has been affiliated with other established clubs such as Southlinks Country Club, Batam Indonesia, Padang Sukajadi, Batam, Indonesia, Royal Brunei Golf Club and Pantai Mentiri Golf Club in Brunei, Penang Golf Resort and several clubs in Sabah including Dalit Bay Golf and Country Club, Kinabalu Golf Club and Keningau Golf Club."We've no doubt LIGC will be at the forefront of developing every aspect of the sport and inspire future generations, especially in Labuan."Any golfers at the club will appreciate both the challenge and the mesmerising scenery."The overall fairways, bunkers and green were specially designed make it more challenging and exciting and being the only 18-hole golf course on the island, it is a course that welcomes locals and foreigners, " he said."With interesting design and 60 percent of the flora and fauna remain untouched, its promises to provide various challenges from low to high handicapper."Golfers can get glimpses of the stunning panoramic sunset view especially during patting on green 1 which can also be clearly seen from other holes."We have international class golf course that people want to experience and they will come back and bring their friends so it is great for Labuan tourism and golf in general," Ebno said.On Signature hole: "We don't say we have a signature hole, we say they're all signature holes. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express’s Telegram channel.
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The hole 1, from the top tee box to the green, golfers can see the panoramic sea view for sunset and that is gorgeous. The first nine holes are a test for any golfer, then the challenge begins in the next second nine hole," Ebno said.With LIGC, visitors to Labuan including foreign tourists could enjoy a round of golf as well and enjoy the natural beauty of Labuan right at the fairway. – Bernama