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2023-02-01 Victorian Open Singles Tournament – held 28th and 29th January at CairnleaThis was a tournament that showcased some of Victoria’s best players and the quarter, semifinal and finals were exceptionally high quality matches. All matches were played under very hot conditions Saturday – fortunately the afternoon cloud cover enabled us to continue play. Sunday was a cooler day and condition for playing much improved and pleasant for players. Thankyou again to Lester , Owen , Kevin for court preparation with Chas and Richard Hingst also assisting with set up for the singles. Special thanks must go also to all players who assisted in removal of hoops and cleaning up post their games on Sunday . Many hands definitely make light work. 2023-02-01 Vic Open DoublesThis event was played Thursday 26th and Friday 27th January at Cairnlea in beautiful summer weather. Thanks again to the grounds crew at Cairnlea for having the courts in such great order- thanks to Lester, Kevin and Owen. Thanks also to the referees Graham Smith and Terry Wilson who attended for both days and Tom Lacey who assisted on the Friday. Although in the background most of the time there assistance to support the game and allow it to run smoothly is invaluable Special mention to Ian and Katrina Peterson who kindly drove from Geelong to Cairnlea both days to assist with catering as RNB café was unable to be on site these days. This meant players had all food needs met at Cairnlea with some beautiful salad rolls and treats enjoyed by all. With their usual generosity Katrina and Ian then donated the profits back to Cairnlea/ VCA. This couple continue to provide enormous support and commitment to croquet behind the scenes and this generosity often goes unknown by many.
Posted on: 2023-02-06 News Type: General Kalimna Park celebrates its 90th BirthdayKalimna Park Croquet Club celebrated its 90th Birthday on the 27th November 2022. 24 were in attendance with 13 apologies. Ex- members and current Wimmera members enjoyed catching up and looking through old photos and memorabilia.
Photo shows Dawn Reading, Norma Close and Marj Ward checking out some old records. Everyone was given a booklet with the history of the club from 1932 to 2022. A cake made and decorated by Secretary Lorraine was cut by 4 life members.
2023-02-15 WIMMERA CROQUET ASSOCIATION DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIP 15/2/2023Horsham Kalimna Park hosted the Annual Wimmera Doubles Championships this year on Wednesday February 15th. President Charles Rees welcomed all contestants and play commenced at 9.30am. Unfortunately, the entries were slightly down on last year with some pairs having a bye. 3 Divisions played 13 hoop games, scores being first to 7 hoops. Luckily for all players the matches were finished by early afternoon as the summer’s sun and UV rays became rather assertive in Horsham. Division 1- Winners-Donna Frost & Ken Bald 3 wins 21 hoops R/Up-Shirley & Glenn Price 2 wins 15 hoops 2023-02-20 WIMMERA V BALLARAT & DISTRICTAn Annual event between Wimmera Region v Ballarat & District Region golf croquet was played at Ballarat Alexandra Croquet Club on Monday 20/2/2023.Horsham players travelled down to Ballarat as each year is alternated between the 2 regions. Play commenced at 10 am, there were 2 teams of 4 players, handicap ranges 6 and below,7 and above,13-point games first to 7. Games were level play with 50mins.time limit/game. (extra time if required) Each team played a single & doubles before lunch and the same after. A very close match eventuated, it just goes to prove to all croquet players- every hoop counts. Wimmera Team Sect.1- Garry Devlin, Donna Frost, Glenn Price, Yvonne Dunn Sect.2- Barry Dunn, Robyn Devlin,Valmai Hood, Bev Keogh Ballarat Team- Sect.1-Denis Thurgood, Darren Lester, Denie Etherson, Ellen Neil. Sect.2-David Searl, Tony Evans, Virginia Rowe, Mary Windsor Results- Section 1. Wimmera -8 games 71 hoops Ballarat-4 games 68 hoops Section 2. Wimmera -5 games 49 hoops Ballarat- 7 games 68 hoops
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