GOLF
The iconic 5th hole on the Serapong Course
agronomic expert and of course running SGC as the general manager.
Was there one person who inspired you?
How do you pick one? So many people in my life have provided me with so many meaningful inspirations. If I had to choose one, it would be Arnold Palmer, as he shaped many things that still drive me today during the years that I spent under his umbrella. Of course, my father also who had long lasting driving influence on my character and career.
Are you responsible for budgets or do you report to someone else?
Yes, I am responsible for budgets and
everything the sun touches. I also have a few direct reports as well. Sentosa Golf Club is owned by Sentosa Development Corporation and I report to the CFO of the Sentosa Development Corporation. As well as this, we have a Club President and a Club Captain who also have input in our operations and I work very closely with.
About your club?
The courses are semi-tropical parkland. The Serapong is a monstrous golf course, whilst The New Tanjong is a great course with more of a sand belt feel to it. The Serapong is Par 72 6794 metres (180 acres) and The New Tanjong is Par 72 6479 metres (130 acres).
What additional staff do you have?
I work closely with Superintendent Rodney Mckeown and, under him, there are seventy- five men and women in the agronomy team that he leads (including five workshop technicians to carry out in-house servicing).
How would you describe the soil profile generally?
The original soil profile is heavy clay; however, we have imported a 1-metre sand cap that helps with the massive amount of rain that we get.
How were the greens and tees constructed?
The greens and tees are all 100% USGA construction method with drainage. The greens are all equipped with SubAir.
Do they require any special maintenance techniques?
Yes. We run our greens on a daily basis at an average of 10.5 in the high humidity conditions that we face. Therefore, we have to implement many special techniques to make sure this can happen on a consistent basis. We also maintain the tees at the same
This allows me to be perhaps one of the most well-rounded industry professionals; whether practising as a
golf course architect, or an agronomic expert and of
Andrew Johnston, GM and Director of Agronomy 24 PC June/July 2020
course running SGC as the general manager
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