Stephen is currently in America having been invited to play in a Croquet Innovations tournament. I believe the game he is playing at the moment is Colour Order AC.He did mention that he would be playing PEEL Croquet and I discovered the following link which gives a bit of background – Game Variations tested by world class players
There is also a dedicated youtube channel based on these events – Croquet Innovations
Stephen has won his first two games and you can follow his progress on Croquetscores.
Another great video from John. I had the pleasure of meeting and playing against him at the Eire Cup. He is a true gentleman both on and off the court.
On Saturday, the Cambridge Gift was held at Cambridge.
Moorabinda GC Club Championships
A new champion was crowned on Sunday with Les Holmes going through the day undefeated. John Jury was runner up. Congratulations to all those that competed.
Work continues to happen around the club and the latest job completed is the installation of our new hoop boxes that are located in each shed.
A bit late but the last two days of the competition were in great contrast to the previous three days.
On Saturday, everyone woke a tad earlier due to the predicted hot weather as play was to start at 7:30am. And just to make it even more challenging, the wind was up.
A cool change came through Sunday and there was even a hint of moisture in the air. Amazingly, this was the first time I have played at Cairnlea where it hasn’t actually rained.
After play, we all rushed back to our accommodation to get ready for the final presentation dinner.
Our play continued to improve and although we never ended up winning a test, there were some great highlights, especially on the last day. Elizabeth’s break of 8 in the doubles was sublime and Judith managed to win both of her singles games.
This was Alan’s 25th appearance at the Eire Cup and I can understand why he is so committed to it. Similar to the ISS, a lot of planning and training needs to be put in beforehand but once you arrive at the venue in your team colours, there is a real buzz in the group as you realise the real work is about to begin. We all knew it was going to be a challenge on the lawns and so for me, the real highlight of the week was how we all came together and supported each other. It would be fair to say that our enjoyment levels were at there highest when we got to celebrate our team mates successes.
A big thank you goes out to the WA croquet community for your support. In particular, our local clubs for encouraging us to develop as players, Croquetwest for your assistance in helping us get to the event, and to Alan for all of his mentoring and coaching. Finally, a big shout out to my team mates. It was such a fantastic environment to be part of. All our individual strengths blended so well that the room was always beaming when we were together.
Sunday – an early start
Celebrating Alan’s 25th appearance at the Eire Cup
The competition came to an exciting conclusion as the final test match between NSW and Victoria would decide the outcome. Amazingly, the test ended with both states winning 10 games each but it was NSW who came out on top.
Just enough time to share a quick update. The day starts at 7am when are picked up from the caravan park for an 8am start. It is even an earlier start today as the temperature is forecast to be 37 degrees and so we are hoping to begin play at 7.30am. We don’t tend to get back home from Cairnlea until at least 7pm most days.
The competition has been tough and although we haven’t won a test yet, we are working hard at improving and delivering our personal best. Today will be no different as we go up against a strong Victorian team. It’s just about time to put on my face and so hopefully these photos can fill in some of the details of how we have been going.
The start of our journey each day.
Early start on court
Waiting for our next game. Tim is having a great tournament.Tim in actionEric’s newest lookDorothy making a break.
On day two Erica Smale played a perfect game to force herself into contention, brushing aside overnight leader Marcus McGavock with aplomb. But then she lost to a determined Perry Motteram who was now even with Marcus on 5 wins, but well ahead on net hoops. Erica and Carmel Hodges played a close game that went to an extra hoop after time, Erica prevailing and taking 3rd place overall.
Runner up last year, Perry Motteram dominated the final game of the tournament for two hours but in the last 1/2 hour Marcus put together a good break to put himself two points in front when the timer sounded, and he picked up another two hoops with the last shots of the day to post a flattering 15-11 win. Pictured are Perry with Jackie Ashby, The final four with referee Trevor Ashby, and Marcus with Jacky Ashby.
The players would like to thank Bayswater Croquet Club for their excellent hospitality and extend out thanks to Trevor, our referee.
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It was a very long day yesterday. We headed to the courts at 7am and it wasn’t until 7:30pm that young Tim walked off the courts after a titanic struggle against Peter Ross.
Tim, Alan and Eric have all been playing well and have made the last 8. A fantastic effort. The competition only gets tougher though and we wish them well today.
The rest of us are having fun playing in the Plate and cheering on when we can.
Elizabeth’s first visit to Cairnlea
Mt Lawley AC Competition
A field of 4 played a double round robin with Marcus McGavock finishing on top winning 5 of his 6 games. Next stop, EIRE Cup!
Where’s Marty?
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