Croquet week ending 11th August

It was an interesting week with two players hitting the big 80 (years)! Congratulations to Jeff Liebich and John Job. A birthday lunch was held at the Forbes Bowling Club to celebrate the big day and was attended by 41 members.

John H. Browne did a feat that had never been done on our courts before. He managed two holes in one. There seem to be more players winning all their games with seven members managing three wins on Tuesday. They were John Brown, Bruce Field, Merv Langfield, Bob Murray, Kevin Rubie, Bill Scott and Marjorie Styles. This will add some heated competition to the end of year’s scores.

Saturday’s Aussie Croquet was a windy affair with chairs and tables blowing around the area. One of our players had a senior’s moment turning up with a tennis racquet instead of his croquet mallet. That made everybody’s day and was the cause of great hilarity. There were three winners of three games namely John Allegri, Merv Langfield and Lyn Simmonds.

By Harley Stewart

The Forbes Dragon Boat club begin their new season this Sunday, 19th August at 8:15am on Lake Forbes. Dragon Boat paddling is a great way to meet new people and have fun, while enjoying our beautiful lake.

Anyone wanting to come and have a go at paddling is welcome to join in. Bring a friend or come on your own, you will be very welcome. Whether it’s just a recreational paddle, simple fitness or you want to compete in regattas during the season, join us for a fun morning on Sunday or any time during the season.

We meet at the Dragon Boat shed behind the Forbes Sport and Recreation Club in Lachlan Street on Sunday mornings at 8:15am for a warm up, before hitting the water at 8:30am and finishing at 9:30am. During daylight saving, we also paddle on Thursday evenings from 6pm till 7pm.

Wear warm clothing that is flexible so that your arms can move and footwear with closed toes (either joggers or water shoes, no thongs). This is a water sport so shoes may get wet! Bring a water bottle, hat, sunglasses and willingness to have a go.

Beginners can have three ‘come-and-try’ sessions, which cost $5 each to cover insurance. Then, if you decide to become a regular paddler you can join the club for the whole season.

So don’t put it off any longer! Grab a friend or family member and come and give paddling a try. We would love to introduce you to this exciting water sport. Check out our website www.forbesdragonboat.org or our Facebook page for more information.

Croquet week ending 4th August

A smaller turn out than usual for our golf croquet but the standard of play was excellent. There were six winners of three games namely Bruce Field, Jeff Liebich, Colleen Liebich, Joan Littlejohn, Bob Murray and Dorelle Scott.

We were lucky to have a visitor from West Australia. Lyn McFarlane really showed us what good croquet is all about! She wiped the floor with all her opposition and won all three of her games.

Saturday Aussie Croquet saw a good turnout of 27 players. Visitors again were the surprise with John Rogers, Annie Bradley and Rob Bradley all winning games.

Rob Bradley won three games, a big effort for a player from Sydney who has only played three or four games in his life. Clean sweeps were John Cole, Bob Murray, Kevin Rubie, Dorelle Scott, Harley Stewart, Tony Thompson, Alec Todd, Lorraine Todd and Rob Bradley. A big cheer to visitor Annie Bradley for winning her first game ever!

By Harley Stewart

Croquet week ending 28th July

A pleasant start to the croquet week, with beautifully prepared courts and a sunny day on Tuesday.

A committee meeting was held after the games had finished to discuss some current issues. This will make the competition a little more competitive in a friendly way.

This week, huge congratulations go to one of our newer members Ruth Cheney, who won her three matches and also to Lorna Field and Bill Scott.

Saturdays Aussie croquet had only 22 players willing to brave the expected rain which did not eventuate. Kevin Rubie was the only winner of three games. Congratulations Kevin!

We also received some good feedbackon the recovery of those on the sick list.

The Croquet Club is always looking for new members. If you would like to have a game, they meet each Tuesday and Saturday.

By Harley Stewart

Croquet week ending 21st July

A freezing cold wind attacked us on the courts on Tuesday, cutting the numbers down to a brave few.

We sorely missed Libby Smart who usually sets up the courts early in the morning, ready for the day’s competition. Get well soon Libby! At least people now know how much hard work you have done over the years. Winners of three games were Bob Murray, Kevin Rubie and Ken Styles.

In sub zero temperatures, thank you to Alec Todd, Brad Stewart, Anne Stewart, Harley Stewart and Bob Murray for getting out of a warm bed to have the courts ready for hit off at 9am. It makes us really appreciate Alec Todd and John Browne, who do this on a weekly basis regardless of the weather.

The only two winners on the day were John Cole and Bob Murray. A good effort by Kathleen Broderick, who won two games. It has been a while since Kath has been on the winners list.

By Harley Stewart