As a golfing pro of three years, Joshua Yap has always been short of playing time.
So, since turning pro in 2022, he has been spending much of his time at the driving ranges and practice greens.
Thus, when Tanah Merah Country Club offered him an adoption, he gladly accepted the offer with glee, having access to TMCC’s fantastic courses, practice facilities and Sports complex will further his development.
Yap’s adoption which allow access to the golf courses and all Club facilities, in line with the club’s forward-looking policy of “creating a supportive environment for emerging sports talent” as Singapore’s Sports Vision encompasses.
Yap is third golfer adopted by TMCC, following James Leow’s signing in August 2023 and Irvyn Tan’s enrolment in July 2024.
Yap, 29, who took up golf as a ore-teen through the encouragement of older brother Jesse, 32, who was once Singapore’s No. 1 player, Is over the moon about TMCC’s opportunity.
A former amateur star who brought his handicap index down to a plus-1 before switching status, Yap says: “TMCC is a great club. It has two very different courses, and they will provide me with variety in my game.
“I relish playing at the Tampines layout as it is a championship course, and I can have serious sessions with fellow professionals such as members Marc Ong and Gregory Foo, and adoptee James Leow.”
TMCC club captain Dr Goh Hoon Pur said: “TMCC’s decision to sign Joshua reflects our belief in his promising potential within the regional golfing scene and reinforces our commitment to raising the standards of local talent.
“As a leading golf and country Club, we are dedicated to nurturing athletes and contributing to the broader community.
“This aligns with Singapore’s Sports Vision 2030, which seeks to create a supportive environment where emerging talents can excel and represent our region on the world stage.”
Speaking from Hainan island where was with some fellow Singaporean professionals, Yap said: “I have had some great moments as an amateur, and now I have to think big.
“I would like to play in some major Tours, and am currently trying to secure qualification on the China Tour.
“For that I need more playing time, and the TMCC adoption comes as a welcome blessing. I will use this opportunity to improve my overall game.”
A former ACS Independent student and a physics graduate from the University of Washington in the United States, Yap enjoyed it when he qualified for last year’s Singapore Classic at Laguna National.
Yap, who drives an average 280 meters and has a decent short game, plans to raise his profile further with hard practice and frequent games.
Yap looks forward to playing with members and supporting the club’s Junior Golf Programme, Schools Programme and promoting the interests of the club and the TMCC Academy.
