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Medal Play Achieved

February 12, 2021 By editor

Heavy rain early on Saturday produced heavy conditions for the golfers, but they still managed to contest the Monthly Medals, sponsored by Terry Bros Carpet.

The A-Grade was won by Dan Bayley on 70 nett in a welcome return to form, with Runner-up Damien Noll on nett 71. The B-Grade had the best scores with Damien Kennedy blitzing the field with his nett 62. Runner-up was Matt Roylance on 67 nett.

The C-Graders suffered the most in the heavy conditions. Matt Duff took the Medal on 76 nett from a steady Bruce Chandler on 81 nett.

The ball sweep went to 73 nett, so check in the Pro Shop if you think you got one. The NTP’s went to Stephen Uphill, 9th and Damien Noll 18th, while Alf Davies took out the third Hole Pro Shop Super Pin.

Many players, like Warwick Judge, played the front-9 well, but came unstuck on the back-9. Peter Dawson was an exception with his 47-39 split.

The 2021 CWDGA Pennants commenced last Sunday with Forbes teams having an indifferent start. Wins were recorded by the Division 2 and Division 4 teams while the Division 1 and Division 3 teams managed losses.

The Sixes Competition is in its sixteenth week, with another two weeks of play with handicap restrictions. The Finals follow with the Grand Final on Sunday, 28 March, with the Presentation that evening.

The Junior Coaching last week was cancelled due to the storms in the afternoon, but they are set to continue next week and beyond.

This weekend there is an 18-hole Stableford event sponsored by Troy Howe Electrical, and a Stableford Medley on Sunday 14.

By Short Putt

Croquet Catch-Up

February 12, 2021 By editor

Twenty-nine players came out for Golf Croquet on Tuesday, 2 February. There were only two winners of three games, they were John Cole and Geoff Coles. Big wins of the day went to Kevin Rubie and Mal Smith 10, Geoff Coles and Merv Langfield, 3. Geoff Coles and Robin Poles 9, Elvy Quirk and Bob Murray, 4. Close games were:

• Bruce Field and Neville Spry 7, Jill Rubie and Barry White 6.
• John Job and Sally Perry 7, Lorraine Todd and Jeff Liebich 6.
• John Farrah and Joan Littlejohn 7, Tony Thomson and John Allegri 6.
• Vince Roberts and John Cole 7, Bob Murray and Merv Langfield 6.

The club held its first luncheon since COVID restrictions were lifted on the first Tuesday of the month, where members can get together for birthday celebrations and socialising.

Birthdays for January were Vince Roberts, Colleen Liebich, Bob Murray, Liz McLean, Evelyn Mahlo, Sandy Hepburn and Cheryln Cole.

February birthdays are Lilly Allegri, Jill Rubie, Mary Hodges and Denny Smith. Aussie Croquet did not go ahead on Saturday due to the rain, but it will do a lot of good for the gardeners and farmers.

Golfers Enjoy The Weekend

February 5, 2021 By editor

The Saturday Men’s Competition was an Individual Stroke event. The winners in both Divisions scored well, but most players finished slightly over par.

Division One witnessed a rampaging Ray Taylor score, a 68 nett. Ray kept his errors to a minimum. Runner-up was Mark Collits with a 70 nett, helped by a run of seven pars in the middle. The Division Two winner was Bede Tooth with the best score of the day, a nett 68. Runner-up was Dave Tildsley on 71 nett, getting there on count back.

The ball sweep went to 75 nett on count back, just the same as last week. The NTP’s went to 9th, S Grallelis and 18th, L Flakelar. The Third Hole Pro Shop Super Pin went to B Carpenter.

The visitors included Andy Brownlow from Peak Hill, Ben Webb from Dubbo, Neal Herbert from Bogan Gate and Brett Byrnes and Condobolin. They all enjoyed the change in scenery.

The Junior coaching classes being run by Head Pro Adam commenced this week, on Thursday, with separate classes for 10 years and under and 11 years and over. Drop into the Pro Shop to pick up an Information Pamphlet, which explains how to register through the My Golf initiative. Contact the Pro Shop 6851 1554 to get more details.

The Summer Super Sixes Competition, sponsored by ASI Capital, has two more rounds of normal play before the final two rounds which will have handicap restrictions. The Finals commence on 1 March, culminating in the Grand Final on 28 March.

The 2021 Programme Books are being compiled by the printer. Many thanks to Lachlan Commodities for sponsoring the publication of these books.

Saturday, 6 February will be the Monthly Medal, sponsored by Michael Robinson & Co, with a Stableford Medley on Sunday, 7 February. And of course, the Pennants commence.

By Short Putt

Croquet Catch Up

February 5, 2021 By editor

Bob Murray celebrates his 90th Birthday.

GOLF CROQUET
Australia Day kicked off with a wonderful game of Golf Croquet last Tuesday, 26 January. Twenty-Nine players, including visitor Des Wykes from Yeoval, enjoyed the special day.

The winners of three games were John Browne, John Cole, John MacCullagh, Rob-in Pols, Kevin Rube and Bill Scott.

Big wins 10 – 3 Geoff Coles and Jeff Liebich, Kevin Rubie and Bill Scott, John MacCullagh and John Cole, John Browne. 9 – 4 Neville Spry, John Browne and John Cole, John MacCullagh and Ray Burridge.

Close Games were:
• Colleen Liebich and Libby Smart 7, Marie Spry and Harley Stewart 6.
• John Cole and Merv Langfield 7, Elvy Quirk and Bob Murray 6.
• Kevin Rubie and Des Wykes 7, Evelyn Mahlo and John Farah 6.
• Mal Smith 7, Bill Scott and Alex Todd 6.
• Elvy Quirk and Geoff Coles 7, Libby Smart and Alex Todd 6.
• John MacCullagh and Marie Spry 7, John Littlejohn and John Job 6.
• Robin Poles and John Farah 7, John Allegri and Mal Smith 6.
• Kevin Rubie and Mal Smith 7, Merv Langfield and Des Wykes 6.

AUSSIE CROQUET
There were 29 players for Aussie Croquet on Saturday, 30 January with Ray Burridge, John Cole, Doreen Rogers and Kevin Rubie taking the three wins.

Big Wins were Dorelle Scott and Jill Rubie, Harley Stewart and Colleen Liebich, Kevin Rubie and John Cole, and Neville Spry with 14-9.

Close games were:
• Lorraine Todd 14, Elvy Quirk 13.
• Kevin Rubie and Cheryle Toohey 14, John Allegri and John MacCullagh 13.
• Ray Burridge and Bob Murray 14, Barry White and Geoff Coles 13.
• Judy Ellis and Ray Burridge 14, Colleen Liebich and Bob Murray 12.
• Doreen Rogers and Barry White 14, Joan Littlejohn and Jeff Liebich 12.

Diggers Swim

February 5, 2021 By editor

There were 12 swimmers who attended the weekly swim on Sunday morning, 31 January. There was a welcome return to the pool by Adam and Luke Andrews after a short spell, with their results showing.

FIFTY METRE RACE
• Heat One: Luke Andrews swam 53.84 off a 52 nominated. Paige McCarthy, 61.03 off 68.
• Heat Two: Shaun McCarthy took the victory with a 47.66 off 47 and Prior 50.23 off 49. Bucky Stibbard 50.88s off 49, and Geoff Drane 67.89 off 70, a disappointing result for these three seasoned swimmers.
• Heat Three: David Stibbard took the victory with some controversy with a 43.00 off a nominated 44. Brendon Hayes next with a 34.50 off 34, Andrew Burton swam really fast and broke with a 41.77 off a 43 nominated, Adam Andrews 36.23 off 41 and Kyle Sharpe 33.02 off 32.

The Diggers swim each Sunday at 10am, newcomers are welcome to join. Just nominate your time and try to swim as close to it as possible.

On Sunday, 14 February, the Forbes Club will be hosting the A.I.F Western districts carnival, so this Sunday will be the last chance for any swimmers to check their times.

Croquet Catch Up

January 29, 2021 By editor

Golf Croquet
Tuesday, 19 January was a fine day for Gold Croquet and 31 players came down, ready and raring to go. There were only two winners of three games, Jeff Liebich and Mal Smith. Big winners were 11-2, Evelyn Mahlo and Bruce Field. 10-3 Jill Rubie and Alex Todd, John Browne and Neville Spry. 9-4 Alex Todd and Joan Littlejohn. Close Games were:
• Lyn Simmonds and John Cole 7, John Allegri and John MacCullagh 6.
• Kevin Rubie and Lorraine Todd 7, Tony Thomson and Judy Ellis 6.
• Geoff Coles and John Job 7, Libby Smart and Joan Littlejohn 6.
• John Allegri and John Farah 7, John Browne 6.
• Colleen Liebich and Tony Thomson 7, John Allegri and Elvy Quirk 6.
• Geoff Coles and Merv Langfield 7, Jill Rubie and Marie Spry 6.
• Harley Stewart and Evely Mahlo 7, John Allegri and Robin Pols 6.
• Bob Murry and Marie Spry 7, Jill Rubie and Colleen Liebich 6.
• Judy Ellis and John Browne 7, Geoff Coles and Marie Spry 6.
• Jeff Liebich and Libby Smart 7, John Coles and John Jud 6.

Aussie Croquet
Twenty-five players played Aussie Croquet on a pleasant Saturday, 23 January. The winners of three games were John Allegri, Bob Murray, Kevin Rubie and Tony Thom- son. Close games were:
• John Farah and Bill Scott 14, John Rob and Ray Burridge 13.
• Marie Spry and Bill Scott 14, Harley Stewart and John Job 13.
• Geoff Coles and Bob Murry 14, Murrie Spry and Colleen Liebich 12.
• Kevin Rubie and Neville Spry 14, Barry White and Jeff Liebich 12.
• Liz McLean and Robin Pols 14, Cheryle Toohey and Lorraine Todd 12.

By Pegging Out

Sallaway Hits Ace

January 29, 2021 By editor

Shane Sallaway points to the pitch mark and his ball which earned him a Hole-in-One.

The Saturday Men’s competition, sponsored by Rob Allen Livestock Transport, was an Individual Stroke event. Conditions were very hot and were made hotter by Shane Sallaway who finished his round with an ace on the 18th.

The Division One winner was Bruce Carpenter, with 69 nett. He was 1-over on the front-9 but stumbled a bit on the back-9. Runner-up was Brian Everest, on count back from new player Caleb Hanrahan with both finishing on 70 nett.

In Division Two, Les Little lovingly stroked his sticks as he won the day with a 72 nett. Nick Ryan finished as Runner-up with his nett 73 but would love to replay the 17th. Shane described his shot as ‘sweetly hit’, using a 6-iron and playing a draw shot to hold it into the wind. The ball landed barely a foot short of the hole and bounced straight into the hole. This is Shane’s second ace in as many years.

Matt Duff putts while Dave Bernardi watches intently.

The 2021 CWDGA Pennants commences 7 February. Players are needed for the Division Four team, those with a GA handicap of 17.5 or higher are encouraged to contact John Betland on 0437 572529.

The Junior coaching classes are being run by Head Pro Adam in the second week of Term One. The classes will be on Thursday afternoons, at 4pm for the six to 10 years and at 5pm for 11 years and older. Contact the Pro Shop 6851 1554 to get more details.

The Summer Super Sixes competition, sponsored by ASI Capital, is reaching the final stages of the Pool Play. The competition is currently in week 14, which is a double points round. The Finals commence on 15 February, culminating in the Grand Final on 28 March.

Saturday 30 January is an 18-hole Individual Stableford, sponsored by Golf Harvest. Sunday, 31 is a Stableford Medley.

By Short Putt

Croquet Catch Up

January 22, 2021 By editor

Golf Croquet

After a three-week break, Croquet players were thrilled to get back into the game. There were 34 keen players who kicked off the season of Golf Croquet on Tuesday, 12 January. The winners of three games were John Browne, Ray Burridge, Geoff Coles, John Cole, Bruce Field and John MacCullagh. Big wins were: 11-2 Evelyn Mahlo and John Cole. 9-4 Evelyn Mahlo and Dorelle Scott; Bill Scott, Harley Stewart and Geoff Coles; Dorelle Scott and Bob Murray; Barry White and John MacCullagh; Lorraine Todd and Bruce Field. Close games were:

• Barry White and Marie Spry 7, Joan Littlejohn and Libby Smart 6.

• Kevin Rubie and John Browne 7, John Allegri and Alex Todd 6.

• Judy Ellis and Bruce Field 7, Robin Poles and Elvy Quirk 6.

• John Browne 7, Barry White 6.

• Tony Thomson and Geoff Coles 7, Merv Langfield and John Robb 6.

Aussie Croquet

Twenty-six players joined Aussie Croquet on a very chilly Saturday morning, 16 January. The winners of three games were John Browne, Ray Burridge, John Cole, Joan Littlejohn, Doreen Rogers, Kevin Rubie, Neville Spry and Barry White. Big wins were: 14-8 John Cole and Joan Littlejohn, Kevin Rubie and John Cole. 14-9 John Allegri and Lyn Simmonds, John Browne and John Fa- rah. Close games:

• Neville Spry 14, Judy Ellis and John Job 13.

• Barry White and Marie Spry 14, Merv Langfield and Elvy Quirk 13.

• John Cole and Libby Smart 14, John MacCullagh 13.

• Cheryle Toohey and Barry White 14, Geoff Coles and Colleen Liebich 13.

• Colleen Liebich and Jeff Liebich 14, Lor- raine Todd and Bill Scott 12.

• Geoff Coles and Joan Littlejohn 14, Rob- in Poles and Tony Thomson 12.

By Pegging Out

A Great Day Despite Challenges

January 22, 2021 By editor

Benjamin Parslow of Can U dig filling out the form on the rainy day of races held by the Forbes Jockey Club.

Forbes Jockey Club (FJC) held its first race meeting of the 2021 calendar year on Saturday, 2 January, to the backdrop of COVID-19 protocols and gloomy wet weather. Yet despite this, FJC Secretary Lys Cunningham lauded the day as a success.

“It was a big effort to get this up considering how difficult 2020 has been for everyone,” said Lys.

“I cannot thank our volunteers, patrons, punters, owners, trainers, jockeys, officials, the board and sponsors enough.

“It has been a massive team effort to get this going and fortunately the rain didn’t stop us,” Lys said.

The first race J&C Newcombe Class One Maiden Plate was taken by Matt Cahill on Same Old Scene coming from behind at the death to pip Dizzy Dylan with Down Stage third.

Race two was one for the girls with Heni Ede sensational on number four Sizzleonthebridgen ahead of Penny Bonitas and Hot Fancy Boult in the Peter Maher Shearing Services Benchmark 58 Handicap over 1300 metres.

The heavy showers may have softened the track but it did not dampen the spirits of Heni Ede though, who got the chocolates again in the third race, Darlington Irrigation Maiden Plate to make it two in a row with a fabulous ride on number 12, Zenyasa with number seven, Big Apple Burt second, and Fire Shadow back into third.

The Nicholson Petroleum Benchmark 50 rounded off a nice day for the lady jockey’s with Nyssa Burrells awesome on Jawsome. Looking Alive came in a gallant second ahead of early fancy Billy Bent Ear and Great Excitement fourth.

The day was a great success especially for new FJC President Randal Grayson, was extremely pleased especially considering the challenges the industry and broader community have faced the last year or so.

By Dane Millerd

Busy Golf Activity

January 22, 2021 By editor

Over the Christmas and New Year break there was a busy period of golf, with events well supported. Additionally, the Summer Sixes players have maintained their high level of activity.

Last weekend the Men’s competition, sponsored by Cahill’s Footwear, was a joint running of a 4BBB alongside an Individual event. The scoring on two cards required intense concentration.

The result in the 4BBB Par event was very close indeed. The winners were Jeff Moon and Trevor Toole who combined well to finish ahead of runners-up Todd and Harry Callaghan who got there on count back.

A number of visitors enjoyed the conditions and had varying success. Welcome to Martin Woods from Parkes, Caleb Hanrahan from Wollongong and Tye and Brian Pilon from West Wyalong.

The Sunday Stableford Medley had a quality field of eight players. The outstanding winner was Nick Ryan who blitzed the field with 38 points. Runner-up was Dave Tildsley with 34 points. The ball sweep went to 32 points on count back, with the only recipient being Head Pro Adam.

A reminder to get your name down for the 2021 CWDGA Pennants, which will commence in February. Please contact John Betland on 0437 572529 to find out more and to express your interest.

Head Pro Adam will be running junior coaching classes in the second week of term one. The classes will be on Thursday afternoons, with 4pm for the 6-10 years and 5pm for 11 years and older. Drop into the Pro Shop to pick up an Information Pamphlet.

Saturday, 23 January is an 18-hole Individual Stroke, sponsored by Rob Allen Livestock Transport. Sunday, 24 and Tuesday, 26 are both Stableford Medleys.

By Short Putt

Medal Play Achieved

Croquet Catch-Up

Golfers Enjoy The Weekend

Croquet Catch Up

Diggers Swim

Croquet Catch Up

Sallaway Hits Ace

Croquet Catch Up

A Great Day Despite Challenges

Busy Golf Activity

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