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Chris Lau

The best defence is a good offence, as many top-notch sportsmen might attest. But how many sportsmen would figure that a good offence can also be the best way to raise funds?
Dah Sing Bank employee Robert Tsui Chi-lung put the theory into practice recently when he led a company team against a group of up-and-coming young basketball players in a charity match as part of the Operation Santa Claus campaign.
And the catch? The more points each team scored, the more the bank would donate to the annual fundraising marathon, co-organised by the South China Morning Post and RTHK.
"I tried my best to minimise my defence to let the students score," joked Tsui, who said he also attempted more three-pointers to boost the score.
"I know this is a charity event and it's basketball-related … so I hoped I could make some contributions with my talent," said Tsui, who once represented Hong Kong in an Asia 3-on-3 tournament.
The entertaining and at times exciting game took place at the Southorn Stadium in Wan Chai.
The experience of Tsui and his teammates gave the Dah Sing team the edge over the young players who had been hand-picked from various districts by the Young Men's Christian Association.
Despite the win, Tsui reminded himself the goal was more important than the triumph. "The purpose is to raise funds and help people in the community, especially the underprivileged," he said.
Colleagues and family members also took part in pre-match charity basketball challenge games to shoot hoops, and contribute to the donation.
The Operation Santa Claus fundraiser ties into the philosophy of Dah Sing Bank, which places staff bonding and community services at its core. This is the second year the bank has been involved in the campaign.
The bank teamed up with the YMCA to offer training to the chosen players even before the game started.
Form Five student Wilson Lai San-wai said his basketball skills improved and the free programme also allowed him to make friends with other like-minded young players.
"This event comes with a great meaning, which is to help Operation Santa Claus raise funds. The money raised can help people in need in society. So it means a lot to me," he said.
 

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		Donate at an ATM or any branch of HSBC (account number 502-676299-001 for SCMP Charities Ltd - Operation Santa Claus)



		You can donate with a cheque payable to "SCMP Charities Ltd - Operation Santa Claus" and mail it to: Operation Santa Claus, Morning Post Centre, 22 Dai Fat Street, Tai Po Industrial Estate, Tai Po, New Territories.



		Donations of HK$100 or more are tax-deductible. If you would like a tax receipt, please send the completed donation form and original bank receipt to the address above.



		Please call 26808159 or e-mail osc@scmp.com with any inquiries, or visit us online at osc.scmp.com



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Defence not a priority for experienced team of Dah Sing Bank employees as they face rising young stars to raise funds for our campaign


The best defence is a good offence, as many top-notch sportsmen might attest. But how many sportsmen would figure that a good offence can also be the best way to raise funds?
