- Recognising the top 15 golf course partners in Malaysia
- Continue working with all golf course partners to increase rounds and revenue for the golf industry, and create more playing opportunities for golfers
KUALA LUMPUR, 16 April 2025 – Today Deemples celebrated after 5 years of commercialisation the first awards ceremony called the Deemples Awards at Tasik Puteri Golf & Country Club. This awards ceremony recognized the top 15 golf course partners and appreciated all golf course partners that have worked closely with Deemples to deliver an improved golfing experience to golfers. The event brought together golf course partners, industry leaders, brand partners, and avid golfers for an evening of recognition, reflection, and shared vision.
What began as a simple idea to connect golfers has grown into a regional platform that now impacts thousands of golfers and hundreds of golf courses across South East Asia. The awards event honored this collective journey and spotlighted the individuals and organizations helping to shape the future of golf.
Reflecting on the Journey: From Startup to Regional Force
Deemples started as a four-person startup, working with only 10 golf courses and 20,000 golfers in the early days. Today Deemples has become the default platform that golfers use to find other golfers and book tee times, and the majority of the golf courses are using it to accept payments upfront. The Deemples team has also grown spanning multiple countries to deliver even more support to the golf industry.
“This night is about more than awards—it is about community,” said David Wong, CEO of Deemples. “Every game played, every course partnered, every user who trusted us has helped build what Deemples is today.”
Key Milestones: Investment & International Expansion
In 2024, Deemples achieved a significant milestone by securing its first institutional investment. This funding has already propelled the platform into new markets, with Thailand officially launched on 21 March 2025.
A dedicated local team is now operating in Thailand, with a localized marketing team and product localization and enhancement to fit the Thai golfing culture.
Powering Global Golf Travel with Deemples API
International golf agents from China, Korea, Japan, India, and Australia have begun using Deemples to arrange golfing rounds for traveling golfers. To support this global reach, Deemples has introduced the Deemples API—allowing seamless, real-time tee time bookings for golf agents, with zero disruption to partner golf course workflows.
Already adopted by agents in Korea and China, the API is currently being explored by several others, including major airlines.
The benefit for Deemples partner golf courses is increased revenue, higher yield and utilisation and , without the hassle of migrating platforms or learning new systems.
Looking Ahead: 2025 Goals and Product Innovations
Deemples reaffirmed its mission for 2025:
- Drive more revenue to partner golf courses
- Help more golfers play golf more often at partner golf courses
To support these goals, the team unveiled new app features:
- Events Tab: Host and manage tournaments or special events
- Location & Date Filters: Find games that fit your schedule
- Book & Pay for Friends: Easily treat a buddy to a round
A 7-minute walkthrough video is available for both course managers and users to explore these updates.
More product features will be unveiled in the coming months focused on retention, repeat bookings, and loyalty for golf course partners.
Recognizing Excellence: Top Golf Course Partners of 2025
Fifteen outstanding partner courses were recognized for their collaboration, performance, and commitment to the Deemples ecosystem. In no specific order, the Deemples Awards were presented to:
- The Mines Resort & Golf Club
- Seri Selangor Golf Club
- Kinrara Golf Club
- Kota Seriemas Golf & Country Club
- Kuala Lumpur Golf & Country Club
- Tasik Puteri Golf & Country Club
- The Els Club Desaru Coast
- Kota Permai Golf & Country Club
- Bukit Kemuning Golf & Country Resort
- Impian Golf & Country Club
- Amverton Cove Golf & Island Resort
- Bangi Golf Resort
- Forest City Golf Resort
- Kelab Golf Perkhidmatan Awam
- Kelab Golf Uniputra
Brand Partners, Prizes, and the Spirit of Celebration
The night also featured prizes for Longest Drive and Nearest to Pin, along with a crowd-favorite lucky draw—all made possible by generous brand partners.
Novelties were sponsored by:
- Amino Vital
- Technogym
- Adidas
- Bridgestone
Lucky Draw sponsored by:
- B&B Lab
- Capri by Fraser Bukit Bintang
- PARKROYAL Collection Bukit Bintang
- Four Points by Sheraton Desaru Coast
- Watatime
- Huawei
- Trinidad Suites JB & Ramada Suites JB
The grand prize—a pair of Adidas Adizero Golf Shoes worth RM1,300—brought cheers and excitement to an already electric atmosphere.
Thank You for Making It Possible
“To golfers, course partners, team members, and brand partners—thank you,” said Wong. “Your belief in Deemples fuels our growth and reminds us why we do what we do.”
As Deemples sets its sights on even greater regional impact, one thing remains at the heart of the journey: bringing people together through golf.
Media Contact:
Joanne Chan
Marketing Manager
joanne.chan@deemples.com
+60 14-932 8314
www.deemples.com
