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Forbes Basketball Winners Receive Awards

April 12, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

The Forbes Basketball Association held its awards night last week. On the left are the Knights, winners of the junior compe- tition. The runner-up was the Esme’s Coffee Shop team. The Knights are (L-R) Josh Withers, Joe Morrison, Henry Hodges, Harry Scott, and Blake Bray. On the right are the winners of the senior division, C & D Floor. They played Knights Blue in the final. They are (L-R) at the back Dan Walker, Tom Maguire, Courtney Russel, Izac Bell and Cooper Lincolin. In front are Jess Priest, Rosie Ward and Megan Gibson.

The Forbes Basketball Association will be taking registrations for its Winter com- petition at the Forbes Services Memorial Club from 6:30 to 7:30pm on 24th April and 1st May. The cost is $75 ($60 for registra- tion with Basketball NSW and $15 fee for Forbes Basketball Competition). For any queries contact Gavin on 0418 986 553 or Pip on 0405 714 914.

Cooler Weather Brings More Croquet Players

April 12, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

The cooler weather is bringing members back to the courts in larger numbers raring to hone their strategies and hitting skills af- ter a rather wet and hot start to the year. While most people get a laugh out of the antics on the courts, others bear the brunt of sneaky moves by the opposition resulting in challenging play and losses.

Congratulations to John H Browne on win- ning three out of three games on 4th April’s golf croquet. He had assistance of partners Kath Broderick and Carol Slattery in two of the games. A great game playing two balls and defeating Kevin Rubie in the first game.

Congratulations to Dorothea Croker and Colleen Leibich on winning all three games on 8th April’s Aussie croquet with the help of their partners, Joan Littlejohn, Dorelle Scott, Veva MacCullagh, Harley Stewart, Colleen Leibich and Tony Thompson. A great effort by all participants.

Have a safe and happy long weekend and enjoy your Easter eggs. By Anne Stewart

Successful Golf In Mixed Conditions

April 12, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Last Saturday’s Men’s Monthly Medal saw a solid field competing enjoying balmy weather conditions.

The A-grade winner was Tim West with 68 nett. Runner-up was Andrew Grieson with 70 nett. The B-grade was won by Neil Duncan, with 71 nett, and runner-up Michael Spice with his 74 nett.

The C-grade was won by Ross Williams with a powerful 68 nett. Runner-up was Steve Grallelis, with 72 nett. The NTP’s went to: 9th – R Nixon; 18th – B Parker.

The ball sweep went to 74 nett on count back, going to: 68 – R Williams, T West; 70 – A Grierson; 71 – Niel Duncan; 72 – B Shine, S Grallelis; 73 – A Alley, B Squires; 74 – M Spice, R Taylor, B Carpenter, L O’Connor and S Betland.

On Sunday the Grand Final of the ASI- sponsored Sixes Summer competition was played. Conditions were not summery, with some heavy storms before play and strong, cold winds during the afternoon.

The overall winners were Forbes Toyota, with a score of 114. Runners-up were Boys & Girls on 118.5. Equal third were F-Troop and Kool Kats, both on 123. The scores were not scorchers, but good efforts in try- ing conditions.

The best net score of the day went to Jake Hanley of Forbes Toyota with 35.5. He was blessed with a bit of luck, but also had strong game to contend against the wind.

The presentation prize night and dinner was held upstairs in the Golfie, and en- joyed by over 100 players and guests. The sponsors, Jeff and Vanessa Herdigan of ASI Capital, were thrilled with the partici- pation by social and serious golfers alike. They also affirmed their sponsorship for next year’s competition.

There were a number of prizes handed out across a range of categories including – Weekly Winners, Most Games Played, Most Team Points, and more.

It was a fun night rounding off a fun sum- mer competition.

By Short Putt

Sports Shorts

April 6, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

2017 CLUBSNSW ACADEMY GAMES

Cameron McMillan of Forbes is taking part for the Western Region Academy of Sport (WRAS) at the 2017 ClubsNSW Academy Games on the Central Coast this weekend. Cameron is taking part in golf.

CROQUET

There was a great turnout for golf croquet last Tuesday, but surprisingly few members turned out on Saturday for Aussie croquet. They were perhaps afraid of April Fools day!

Tuesdays Golf Croquet produced five people with clean sweeps of three games each: Veva MacCullagh, John MacCullagh, Bob Murray, Bill Scott and Lorraine Todd. Congratulations to you all.

On Saturday, in a small field of 15 play- ers, there was only one clean sweep of three games, which went to Veva MacCul- lagh who played three exceptional games along with her three partners. Congratulations Veva. By Anne Stewart

GOLF

With a lot of sunshine and hard work by the greens staff, the golf course was returned to a full 18-holes layout for last Saturday’s Individual Stableford.

The A-division winner was Andrew McDonald with 44 points, followed by Niel Mc- Millan with 42 points. The B-division winner was Peter Tisdell, 41 points. After a count back Geoff Coles was relegated to runner- up with 41 points. Nearest the pins went to 9th: B Everest, and 18th: S Sallaway. The ball sweep went to 35 points on count back.

Sunday’s Stableford Medley was won by Mary Ewing with 43 points. Nearest the pins were 9th: J Haley and 18th: J Hurkett.

The Grand Final for the 2016-17 Sixes competition is on Sunday with tee off at 2 pm. By Short Putt

Footy Tips Round 5

April 5, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Paddles Up For Regatta Season

March 30, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Dragon boating is a wonderful sport. You can paddle for fun, fitness and friendship – or you can train seriously for the regatta team, or try out to join the state team. You can paddle in interstate events, or even in other countries. You can join any regatta with or without the
rest of your team, which is just what Bill and Beth Thomas of the Forbes Lachlan Dragons did last Sunday.

Nowra Water Dragons were holding their annual regatta on the stunning Shoalhaven River, and Bill and Beth joined the 250 competitors
from community and sports teams for a great day of friendly competition. The Nowra regatta offered an added bonus for Bill who had just attained his level 2 sweep accreditation. The sweep steers the boat and is accountable for the crew. He was able to carry out this task with great aplomb on the untried tidal river of Shoalhaven.

A waterway quite different to what he is accustomed, but he did an incredible job – sweeping his team to two first places in heats and a second in the finals. Bill needs to complete one more regatta to be fully qualified and will take part in the Orange Regatta with the Forbes Lachlan Dragons later in the year. The Forbes Lachlan Dragons, with members from Parkes and Eugowra region, value teamwork, passion, achievement and friendship. If you’d like to find out more about dragon boating or the club, find us on Facebook.

We are based at Lake Forbes, behind the Sport and Rec Club in Lachlan Street. We would love to see you come along on Sunday mornings at 8:15, and 6:15 Thursday evenings in daylight-saving time.

By Beth Thomas

Croquet Is Good For You

March 30, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

In Forbes we play golf croquet every Tuesday and Ausie croquet every Saturday at 9am. You need to arrive by 8.45 to register for the day and participate in the draw. You can learn for as little as $2 for six games, after which you are invited to become a member for $10 per person per year and $5 per day to play.

Croquet promotes good health and wellbeing without the need for sophisticated gym equipment. Our courts provide fresh air, and gentle exercise for the body, and stimulation for the brain. It is a non-contact sport for all ages. It is easy to learn, low cost, great fun to play
and provides for social relaxation as well as competitive and challenging games, with men and women competing on equal terms.
But beware croquet is addictive!

For more information contact president John Cole on 6857 3346, or secretary Anne Stewart on 6851 5320 or 0432 273 295 or look us up on Facebook.

By Veva MacCullagh

Footy Tipping Results – Round 4

March 29, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Footy Tips-Round 3 Winners

March 24, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

Still Time To Join The Platypi Juniors

March 23, 2017 by Maggi Barnard

The Forbes Platypi Juniors have started training for the 2017 season and are having a great time getting ready for their first competition game on Saturday, 1st April.

The first round of the season will see all grades from 13’s through to Seniors with a home game so it is shaping up to be a big day down at Grinstead Oval.

The coaches of each age group are motivated and keen to see the boys learn the skills and disciplines required to become well rounded rugby players. Most importantly, they are there to make sure the boys train and play safely, and have fun, which is what it’s all about.

Under the guidance of their coaches, the players will learn the rules of the game, im- prove their fitness, learn important life skills such as teamwork, respect for their fellow team mates, referees and opponents. They will also make new friends, who might become lifelong mates for some.

It’s not too late to register if you want to come down and try out rugby for the first time or if you are a returning player. The club looks forward to welcoming you back.

To register, turn up to training on Tuesday or Thursday nights, email us at forbesrugbyjuniors@hotmail.com or contact our Facebook page: Forbes Junior Rugby.

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