2024 – European Events open to overseas players

Do you want to play in Europe but not sure what events are open to overseas players?

Below are some of the key ‘Open’ events. This list is not meant to be complete. There will be other events that can be entered too, however, this list may provide some of the more obvious options.

DatesCountryEvent NameContact
18th – 19th MayCzechiaCzech AC Openvasek.doskocil#seznam.cz
18th – 19th MayGermanyHelenen Cup GC Doubles Advantage, Hamburgjjencquel#gmail.com
20th MayGermanyHanseatic Cup GC, Hamburgjjencquel#gmail.com
31st May – 3rd JuneIrelandChampionships of County Dublin AC, Carrickminesfiachracarroll#gmail.com
8th JunePortugalPortuguese Open GC, Algarvealgarvecroquetclub#gmail.com
21st – 23rd JuneLatviaMidsummer GC Mixed Doubles, Ikskileroberts.stafeckis#gmail.com
12th – 14th JulySwitzerlandSwiss GC Open, Genevapeter#paynes.ch
2nd – 4th AugustSwitzerlandSwiss AC Open, Genevapeter#paynes.ch
3rd – 10th AugustIrelandChampionships of Ireland AC, Carrickminesfiachracarroll#gmail.com
23rd – 25th AugustCzechiaCzech GC Open, Telcvasek.doskocil#seznam.cz
30th August – 1st SeptemberLatviaBaltic Open GC, Ikskileroberts.stafeckis#gmail.com
13th -15th SeptemberIrelandGC Championships of Ireland, Carrickminesfiachracarroll#gmail.com
14th – 15th SeptemberPortugalChairman’s Shield GC, Algarvealgarvecroquetclub#gmail.com
10th – 11th OctoberPortugalBenamor Open Doubles & Singles GC, Algarvealgarvecroquetclub#gmail.com
Overseas Events 2024

Algarve and Carrickmines


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Croquet Hub

Croquet requires strategy, skill, technique, precision and a sense of humour.

Came across a new Facebook page to add to my sites of interest.

About

Croquet Hub is a place for all things #Croquet, supported by Croquet England.

We hope for this hub to be a welcoming place for anyone interested in our sport. This is a public group where people new to Croquet can ask questions about our sport and find out where to play.

Those who are already in our Croquet community, feel free to share club news, promote your tournaments and post any pre-loved equipment for sale or trade.

One early post that caught my eye: Score-Ring – keep score whilst keeping track of your striking ball!


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WhatsApp – ‘WCF Global GC Referee Queries’

The WCF are pleased to announce the launch of a WhatsApp group called ‘WCF Global GC Referee Queries’.

The purpose of this WhatsApp Group is to provide a platform for addressing queries relating to unusual refereeing incidents or unclear interpretations of the GC Rules in order to establish a unified global approach.

Queries will be raised by national moderators, who have been nominated by their local governing body.  Answers will be provided by the Chair of the WCF GC Rules Committee – currently Stephen Mulliner.

Referees with queries should address them in the first instance to their local moderator, contact details for this person can be obtained from your national governing body.

At the moment this group is for GC Refereeing queries only. We are keen to see whether the use of WhatsApp for this purpose is successful before setting up an AC group as well.


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EIRE Cup – Final Results

The 2024 Carnival has come to an end many thanks to Croquet Tasmania and all of their volunteers for putting on the event.

EIRE Cup

  • Winners: Victoria
  • Runners Up: South Australia

Results on the final day.

VIC 13 vs NSW 7

SA 13 vs TAS 7

WA 12 vs QLD 8

Congratualtion to Lois Kirk and Rosie Landrebe for winning all 10 Singles games. A truly magnificent effort.

This was Victoria’s 24th success in the EIRE Cup.


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Around the Courts – 18th March

A busy weekend around the courts with something on offer for everyone.


Cambridge Gift

12 pairs competed in the Cambridge Gift on Saturday, a one day level play round robin Tournament. Combined pairs handicap must be 10plus.

Winners: Roger Kakeway and Maureen Spencer

I believe this was Maureen’s 4th win in the event. What a great effort.

Full results on Croquetscores.


York -Over 65’s

The annual Over 65’s event was once again hosted by the York Croquet Club. The event wasn’t entered onto Croquetscores but John kindly passed on the results.

  • Winner: Lachlan Miller
  • Runner Up: Dennis Bull

All 7 visitors from Como. Don’t look a day over 52!


Denison 1st Anniversary Invitation Meet with Geraldton Croquet Club

Fantastic to see Dension reach this milestone.


Club ChampionshipsUpdate

Quite a few Club competitions are underway or are just getting started. Please pass on any results so that I can share with everyone.

Moorabinda Croquet Club

We were treated with glorious weather on Sunday for our Open, B and C Grade GC Club Championship Singles. The B and C Grade event will conclude next weekend due to the large number of entries.

Open Singles

  • Winner: Gary Phipps
  • Runner Up: John Jury

“Moorabinda’s GC Open Singles were played today with the results being decided in the final game. Gary Phipps won with 4 wins and 14 net hoops from John Jury 4 wins and 13 net hoops. Congratulations to all the players on a great day of croquet.”

Mandurah Croquet Club

The Club’s Golf Croquet HCAP Doubles Championship was held on the 1st March, 2024. Lois and Nigel were the winners with Cindy and Johanna a close second. Congratulations and well done to all the players who participated in the tournament. A big “thank you” to Roger for refereeing on the day, to Bill for timekeeping, to Bev O for her sumptuous morning tea and to Cindy who spends tireless hours making sure the courts are in pristine condition!


Visiting Groups

There’s been endless amounts of fun on the lawns of late with many group deciding to use our clubs for their functions. Lot’s of work by our volunteers but it is always so enjoyable to see people having fun experiencing our great game.

Mandurah Croquet Club

“Our Club recently had the pleasure of hosting the “Sparkling Rubies”. After a fun morning of “competitive” hoop scoring, the lovely group of ladies socialised over morning tea. We look forward to seeing them all again on their next visit.”

Forrest Park Croquet Club

“Hosting a croquet party is always fun but it’s even more worthwhile when you know it’s a fundraiser for a good cause. These five, vibrant and very fit, committed individuals are participating in the ‘Ride for Youth’, supporting the mental health of WA’s youth. Go Google it and donate!

All attending enjoyed playing a friendly competition, then a fun ‘closest to the peg’ challenge, with club volunteers Julian, Diana and Lesley guiding the way.

We thank Bevan for choosing Forrest Park Croquet Club to host this event.”

Nedlands

“Future potential stars on and off the croquet lawns.

Students and researchers from the Universities of Western Australia and Curtin, involved in, “The International Centre for Radio Astronomy Research” swapped telescopes for mallets and mastered a new set of skill”

Swiss Medical Team


ACA Adopts National Integrity Framework

Croquet Australia proudly announces its adoption of Sport Integrity Australia’s (SIA) National Integrity Framework (NIF), reaffirming its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and governance within its operations.

Croquet Australia joins over 80 Australian Sporting Organisations in embracing the NIF to address integrity issues in sport. This collaborative effort reflects a collective determination to uphold the principles of fairness, transparency, and safety in Australian sport, ensuring a level playing field for all participants, at all levels of sport.

The updated SIA NIF addresses five key integrity-related policies, including:

  • Safeguarding Children and Young People
  • Member Protection
  • Competition Manipulation and Sport Gambling
  • Improper Use of Drugs and Medicine
  • Complaints, Disputes, and Discipline

By adopting Sport Integrity Australia’s National Integrity Framework, Croquet Australia sets a new standard for integrity and governance for croquet.

Delve into the Framework


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Day 5 – Final Round of the 2024 EIRE Cup

An early start today. Setting the lawns at Rosny Bowling where WA Men will be playing Qld today and the WA Women are at Eastern Shore.

Follow all the results on Croquetscores.


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Day 4 EIRE Cup Results

VIC 16 vs WA 4

TAS 12 vs QLD 8

SA 11 vs NSW 9

Did you know?

That after:

  • playing on a different court each day;
  • facing 10 different opponents;
  • and buttering up for 5 consecutive days in all weather conditions;

the following players have all achieved the amazing feat of winning all 10 Singles Games.

YEARLADIESMEN
2001S.Carr ( SA )
2002B.Fleming ( Qld )
2003
2004H.Thurston ( WA )M.Clarke ( WA )
2005K.Bald ( Vic )
2006J.Sutton ( Qld )
2007
2008S.Watkins ( Vic )
2009M.Jenner ( NSW )
2010A.Sharpe ( NSW )
2011A.Sharpe ( NSW )
2012R.Graham ( NSW )
2013E.Coverdale ( Vic )K.Bald ( Vic )
2014W.Dickson ( Vic ) and A.Sharpe ( NSW )R.Fletcher ( Vic )
2015C.Bassett ( NSW )R.Fletcher ( Vic )
2016A.Quinn ( Vic ) and A.Sharpe ( NSW )R.Fletcher ( Vic )
2017R.Landrebe, A.Verge, C.Bassett ( NSW )R.Fletcher ( Vic )
2018R.Short ( SA )
2019K-A.Organ ( Vic )
2020A.Sharpe ( NSW )
2021
2022
2023A.Sharpe ( NSW )P.Landrebe { NSW )
Winners of all 10 Singles Games

Incredibly, Alison Sharpe to have done this on 6 separate occasions.

Tomorrow, two Ladies have the opportunity to be added to the list; Rosie Landrebe (who has already completed it twice before) and Lois Kirk. Good hitting.


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Sorrento Doubles Interclub


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Day 3 EIRE Cup Results

TAS 11 vs WA 9

VIC 11 vs SA 9

NSW 12 vs QLD 8

Images from Kingston Croquet Club.

Did you know?

The most number of wins in the EIRE Cup is held by South Australia at 33. In fact, between 1969 and 1978 they recorded the longest winning streak of the event with 10 consecutive wins!

StateWins
South Australia33
Victoria24
New South Wales12
Queensland4
Western Australia2
Tasmania0
Most Wins

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Celebrating Women in History Month with great croquet players from the past – Lily Gower

Corquet England recently posted an article on their website about the great Lily Gower and it is well worth a read.

Lilias Mary Gower, known as Lily, (1877-1959) made her first public appearance on a croquet court, aged 22, at Budleigh Salterton in 1898 where, in front of an increasingly incredulous crowd, she beat the favourite, Mr C. E. Willis, to win her first ‘all-comers’ tournament. The following year she won the Ladies Championship.

https://www.croquetengland.org.uk/news_and_media/celebrating-women-in-history-month-with-great-croquet-players-from-the-past/

The Rise of a Lady Champion by Allen Parker adds to her story.

Who where the most influential women in the early days of Australian croquet?


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