Golf Croquet is a much simpler and quicker version of the game, but can be just as exciting. it has a completely different set of rules and tactics.

The object is to score hoops in the same order as in Association Croquet. There are no extra turns for going through hoops or hitting other balls although opposing balls can be knocked out of the way. When a player scores a hoop, all play is then to the next hoop.

The first player to score seven hoops wins the game, which usually takes 45-60 minutes.

The GC Selection Committee has approved the State Golf Croquet Training Program for GC players who wish to improve their performance.
The system consists of three squads and will be managed by Lester Hughes.

Early Development

For players in their first years of playing, typically with a handicap of 7 or higher.
It is planned to run two training programs, each over two weekends.
No invitation required, but registration is requested.
It is planned to run one training weekend at Cairnlea on 25-26 May, 2019.

State Level Development

For State level players and those looking to progress to state level.
Typically a handicap of 6 or lower.
It is planned to run two training programs, each over two weekends.
No invitation required, but registration is requested.
It is planned to run one training weekend at Cairnlea on 16-17 March, 2019.

State Team Squad

This squad consists of players who have already been invited and have agreed to join the Squad. The State Team will mainly be drawn from this group.

It is planned to run one training weekend at Cairnlea on 30-31 March, 2019.

Participants will need to register their intention to attend.

Enquiries and registrations go to Lester Hughes, lester7hughes@gmail.com

The GC Selection Committee is always keen to see players seriously endeavouring to improve.

THE BEST WAY TO IMPRESS THE SELECTORS AND THEREFORE COME TO SELECTORS' ATTENTION IS TO PLAY AND PERFORM WELL IN MAJOR TOURNAMENTS.

For example the Victorian Open, Victorian Women's and Men's, ACA Open, ACA Women's and Men's and other state and international events etc.

Please take advantage of the VCA's coaching system to help you improve and reach your goals.

•  WCF Golf Croquet Rules 5th Edition (July 2018) [worldcroquet.org.uk]
•  WCF Golf Croquet Rules 5th Edition - Principal Changes [worldcroquet.org.uk]
•  WCF Golf Croquet Rules 5th Edition - Rationale [worldcroquet.org.uk]
•  Main Changes to the Golf Croquet Rules
• 2016 Official Rulings [worldcroquet.org.uk]
•  Golf Croquet Glossary and Rules Index
•  Golf Croquet Rules Questions answered by John van der Touw [updated Dec 2018]
•  The New Golf Croquet Rules - a powerpoint presentation by John van der Touw
• Handicapping and Grading

• VCA GC Regional Championships - Information and Entry Form

State Team 2019-20

Women: Judy Wembridge (Captain), Tricia Devlin, Wendy Dickson, Gail Hopkins.

Men: Kevin Beard (Vice Captain), John Grieve, Darren McLoughlin, John van der Touw.

Reserve: Chris Eiffert.

To find and contact a club near you, use the Club Finder.

For resources to help grow your club see Growing Croquet in Victoria.

Please contact the State Coordinator if you have other questions.

	State Coordinator of Golf Croquet Ian Petersen 0430 507 781 golfcroquet @ croquetvic . asn . au
	State Coordinator of Under 21 Croquet Nancy Hatherell u21coordinator @ croquetvic . asn . au
	State Handicapper of Golf Croquet Maurice Cevaal-Hewitt 0409 362947 handicapsgc @ croquetvic . asn . au

2019-10-17	Town Criers come to town Town Criers from the UK, US, Canada, New Zealand and all over Australia and were in Echuca Moama for a week of competition for the 30th Anniversary Championship and World Invitational Town Crier Tournament. On 17 October Rich River Croquet Club hosted the Town Criers for an afternoon of croquet.  Highly competitive, within minutes of picking up the mallets they were sledging, laughing, cursing and providing great entertainment for club members. read more...
2019-10-14	Competitive Rich River GC tournament The Rich River Golf Croquet Open Singles Tournament was run on Saturday 12 October to Monday 14 October, with players from around NSW and Victoria competing in divisions based on handicaps. read more...
2019-10-19	Horsham Golf Croquet Tournament 17 to 19 October 2019 Another successful three day tournament has been completed. We value and appreciate all players who have travelled from near and far. Over 20 clubs were represented from three states, 66 entries in total. read more...
2019-10-04	Australian 2019 Golf Croquet Handicap Doubles and Singles Championships This year these Championships were hosted at the Albury Tennis Association tennis courts, 365 Townsend Street, South Albury NSW 2640. Located adjacent to the home of the Flying Fruit Fly Circus these tennis courts are also the home of the Twin City Croquet Club Inc. Ideally located in proximity to motels and eateries and major traffic routes, the venue was able to offer three courts for the Doubles and eight courts for the Singles over the six days from Sunday 29 September to Friday 4 October 2019. Some of the Doubles entries took advantage of the opportunity to familarise themselves with the venue, register and get in some practice on the Sunday afternoon before a BBQ at 5 pm. read more...

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