Sports Archives - Page 54 of 160

Parkes Boars Wins 2022 Premiers, Secures Hat-Trick

September 2, 2022 by Ben & Kimberley Ryan

The Parkes Boars celebrate after becoming New Holland Cup Premiers for the third year in a row after beating Mudgee 23-20 on Saturday. (Photo: Allan Ryan)

The mighty Parkes Boars have been named New Holland Cup Premiers for the third year in a row, after a nail-biting 23-20 win over Mudgee in the first grade rugby union grand final on Saturday.

The Boars had a rollercoaster season, finishing third on the ladder at the end of the regular season. The team worked hard to bring home the silverware, defeating CSU Bathurst and Dubbo Rhinos on the way to the grand final.

First grade coach Ben Ryan said the team expected the Mudgee Wombats to apply pressure early. “They came out very strong and got an early lead on us,” he said. “But our captain, Christopher ‘Taco’ Parker, and vice-captain, veteran Rory Nock, kept the boys focused and didn’t let the pressure become overwhelming. That allowed us to grind it out for the full 80 minutes and that’s exactly what it took to win.”

The game lead changed hands several times, with the Boars finding themselves four points down in the dying minutes. A textbook try by Sororpepeli ‘Sorro’ Soqe followed by a successful conversion from the golden boot of Luke Bevan were enough to secure the lead for Parkes with seconds until the buzzer.

“The last play was a Mudgee kick off and it was frantic, both teams knew they needed to get their hands on the ball at all costs,” said Ben. “Just about everyone who could get under the ball went for it, and fortunately we came away with it after a Mudgee knock on and that was the end of the game.

“I think a massive thank you has to go to all our families, friends and supporters who wished us luck and those who came over to back us on the day. Going into enemy territory and having a vocal group there supporting you makes a massive difference,” said Ben.

By Ben & Kimberley Ryan

Beautiful Weather For Croquet

September 2, 2022 by Pegging Out

What a beautiful day it was to play Aussie Croquet on Saturday, so good in fact that 30 players turned up and enjoyed the morning at the Forbes Club.

There were four players that had three wins: Geoff Coles, Kevin Rubie, Barry White and Lorraine Todd.

BIG WINNERS: 14—7 Bill Scott and Tony Thomson; 14—8 Elvy Quirk and Joan Littlejohn, Barry White and John Cole; 14—9 Sandy Hepburn and Elvy Quirk, Bill Scott and Geoff Coles

CLOSE GAMES: (some results) Ray Burridge 14 May Jones 13; Kevin Rubie and May Jones 14 Sandy Hepburn and John Cole 13; Merv Langfield and John Cole 14 Jill Rubie and Harley Stewart 13; Colleen Liebich and May Jones 14 Ray Burridge and Rex Toole 12; Harley Stewart and John Farah 14 Colleen Liebich and Neville Spry 12; Jill and Kevin Rubie 14 Doreen Rogers and John Job 12

Another beautiful day for Golf Croquet on Tuesday with a good number of 36 players again. This was the last day of winter play, so here’s hoping we’ll get some warmer days.

BIG WINNERS: 11—2 Neville Spry and Neil Gilmour, May Jones and Ray Burridge, Colleen Liebich and Mal Smith; 10—3 Bruce Field and Noel Jolliffe.

CLOSE GAMES: (some results) Lyal Studwick and Carolyn Neilsen 7 Lorraine Todd and John Browne 6; Neville Spry 7 Kevin Rubie 6; John Farah and Sally Perry 7 Noel Jolliffe and Sandy Hepburn 6; Bruce Field and Ray Burridge 7 John Cole and Vince Roberts 6; Fay Picker and Tony Thomson 7 Iren Ford and Neil Gilmour 6; Neville Spry and Mal Smith and 7 Rex Toole and Bruce Field 6

By Pegging Out

St Laurence’s Wins Prestigious Cup

August 26, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

The winning team are at the back (L-R) Team Manager Kathryn Sweeny, Darwin Nicholls, Billy Smith, Oscar Cronin, Charlie Howe, Mitchell Stocks and Coach Tony Wallace. In front are Lennox Hurford, Beau Wheeldon, Liam McCloud, Jaggar King, Archie Keane, Matthew Wallace and Hugh Hope-Hodgetts.

The prestigious Chris Gangemi Cup came home to Forbes for the very first time after St Laurence’s won the 2022 NSWCPS 10 a side rugby finals in Sydney last week.

The Forbes team went undefeated all day at the Catholic Schools NSW competition held at St Joseph’s College, Hunters Hill.

St Laurence’s was one of eight teams and represented the Wilcannia-Forbes Diocese. They played five games on the day beating Kempsey (31-14), Terrigal (25-0) and Inverell (31-5) in the pool games. In the semi-final they beat Lewisham 24-10 and played Kempsey again in the final, which they won 10-5.

The victory was very special for the Year5 and 6 boys and they were extremely proud to bring the prestigious shield back to Forbes. “They were elated,” said their team manager Catherine Sweeney.

“They played well all day and showed great sportsmanship. Their coach for the day Tony Wallace was full of praise for their team playing.”

Katherine said it was a wonderful day for all the parents, teachers and spectators witnessing some great rugby.

Upon their return the whole school rejoiced in their win that made everyone incredibly proud.

Darwin Nicholls runs with the ball in the first pool game against Kempsey at the 2022 NSWCPS 10 a side rugby finals in Sydney.

Forbes Junior AFL Teams In Grand Finals

August 26, 2022 by Alex Milsom

The Orange/Forbes under 12s team will play in the AFL Central West Junior Grand Finals in Bathurst on Sunday against the Dubbo Demons.

The Orange/Forbes under 12s and 14s will take on the Dubbo Demons and Bathurst Giants respectively in the 2022 AFL Central West Junior Grand Finals in Bathurst on Sunday.

For the fourth straight game in 2022, the Orange/Forbes 12s and 14s stormed past the Bathurst Bushrangers in the second half to take big wins and lock in the grand final spots.

In the under 12s the Swamp Tigers were comfortable victors – winning 16.8 (104) to 5.3 (33).

The Swamp Tigers got off to a strong opening and was leading by 39 at the first break, and by 31 points at half time. Orange/Forbes then shattered the Bathurst resistance in the second half piling on 58 points while conceding only 18 late in the fourth quarter to take the win, the minor premiership and claim the first spot in the grand final.

The under 12s opponent next week will be the Dubbo Demons after they upset the second placed Bathurst Giants 6.7 (43) to 3.2 (20) last weekend.

Orange/Forbes also claimed the minor premiership and the first spot in the grand final for the under 14s division when they claimed victory over Bathurst Bushrangers.

The Swamp Tigers’ four goals in the opening quarter gave them a 20-point lead at quarter time, and extend their lead to 29 at half time.

Bathurst had a 35-point deficit at three-quarter time, and with no score in the last quarter the Swamp Tigers took the win 7.7 (490 to 2.1 (13).

The victory secured Orange/Forbes the minor premiership and a spot in this week’s grand final playing the Bathurst Giants. The under 14s Grand Final has the potential to be the game of the day, as barely anything has separated these two teams all year.

By Alex Milsom

Weather The Winner At Croquet

August 26, 2022 by Pegging Out

We had 32 players for Aussie Croquet on Saturday in Forbes. We had another visit from Olivia Hunt, and the granddaughter of Robin Pols.

Seven people won 3 games: Dorelle Scott, Merv Langfield, Bruce Field, Kevin Rubie, Geoff Coles, Elvy Quirk and Noel Jolliffe. There were no very close games 14 -13, which is most unusual.

We were ready to play Golf Croquet onTuesday, but the weather turned out to be the winner. Let’s hope the weather changes for next Tuesday.

By Pegging Out

Golfers Enjoy Sunshine

August 26, 2022 by Short Putt

The Saturday Men’s golf Individual Stableford, sponsored by Gunns Traffic Control, had a field of 54 starters in Forbes.

The Div-1 winner was Jack Dobell with 39 points. Runner-up was Kim Herbert with 37 points.

Div-2 was won by a player in good form, Reggie Murray with 40 points, the best of the day. Runner-up was Matt Coles with 39 points.

NTPs: 9th – Matt Coles; 18th – Greg Webb; 3rd Hole Super Pin – Matt Skene with a shot to 2.46m.

The Ball Sweep went to 33 points on count back.

By Short Putt

Parkes Bowling & Sports Club Results

August 26, 2022 by Marty Tighe & Lea Orr

Gary McPhee (left) with Marthy Tighe. Gary played two extraordinary bowls shots to draw the minor pairs match on the final end, and then win the match on the extra deciding end.

CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES

Last week’s washed-out minor pairs match resumed on Saturday, with Brian Townsend and John Wright re-starting the match on the 17th end leading 16 shots to 14. Brian and John were at 19 shots to 15 with 1 end to play. Gary McPhee and Marty Tighe, needing 4 shots on the last end to force the match into a ‘golden bowl’ end, managed to surround the jack with 3 bowls with a measure for the 4th. Gary, displaying nerves of steel, delivered the last bowl, sitting out his opponents’ closest bowl, picking up the 4 shots, and forcing the match into a deciding extra end. Brian and John didn’t falter and were holding 3 shots. Come the hour, come the great Gary McPhee! His last bowl, forced the jack back to the gutter. Brian just missed drawing to the jack, resulting in a remarkable win to Gary and Marty.

PENNANTS

Both the Parkes Pirates pennants teams played at home on Sunday. Parkes defeated Forbes in Division 2, winning 2 rinks to 1, scoring an overall win of 62 shots to 51.

By Marty Tighe

WOMEN’S BOWLS

Once again, bowls were cancelled on Tuesday due to the weather. The Grade 3 Pennants teams travelled to Orange City and played several ends before the snow camouflaged the white jack! Parkes led on both rinks – the finale will be be continued next week.

The Parkes 4s were soundly defeated by Canowindra last Thursday. The 3s fared a little better, with a win by Team Byrne at home vs Cowra 2, but a loss on the board by just 2 points.

By Lea Orr

Netball Back In Full Swing

August 26, 2022 by Robyn Kenny

Two Parkes hockey players shone at the Western Region Academy of Sport (WRAS) Presentation Evening. Meg Turner (left) was a recipient of the Strength and Conditioning Award (for the most dedicated or improved athlete in S&C sessions), while Jordan Moody (right) was named a recipient of the Coach’s Award (for the most dedicated or improved athlete).

Spring Night Competitions

Forbes netball is back in full swing for the popular Spring Night Competitions starting on 7th September. The committee will also be organising a 17 and under mixed and ladies competition, and a men’s grade if there is enough interest.

All teams are asked to enter as soon as possible, as there are only two grading dates before the competitions starts. Email the secretary on secretary.forbesnetball@gmail.com if you’re looking for a team or players.

Players already registered with NNSW only need to pay the FNA competition fee of $50 per player per team. New 2022 registrations can take advantage of the reduced NNSW registrations from 1st September, plus the FNA competition fees. All registrations are done online, including the FNA competition fees. Like our Facebook posts, and get all the information as soon as it breaks, on the Forbes Netball Facebook page.

NetSetGo And Junior Mixed

Tomorrow, 27th August will see the last sessions for 2022 of Saturday NetSetGo and Junior skills and games. All players are invited to join us at 9:30am with a presentation and sausage sizzle at 10:30am, and junior skills and games at 10:30am with a presentation and sausage sizzle at 11:30am. NetSetGo ages start at 5 years, and are modified skills and games for the very young players wanting to learn basic skills.

Gala Day

The Forbes Netball Committee is planning a Junior Mixed Gala Day on 4th September – grades start at NetSetGo, to approximately 12/13 years. Players should email the secretary on secretary.forbesnetball@gmail.com to get into a team, or put their name down on Saturday. All the dads will receive a free sausage sandwich to celebrate Father’s Day at the gala day.

By Robyn Kenny

Variable Scores At Saturday’s Golf

August 19, 2022 by Short Putt

In changeable weather the Forbes Golfers had mixed fortunes with good scores recorded in the morning, while afternoon scores were affected by the weather.

On Saturday the golf competition was a 4BBB Stableford Medley, playing for the Bob & Daine Doolin Memorial trophy. A small field of 48 starters braved the forecast conditions, producing a wide range of scores.

The overall winners were the pairing of Jean and Warwick Judge, who scored 45 points. Jean’s handicap was very beneficial for their scoring and allowed her to contribute most of the scores. They faltered on only one hole, scoring a ‘7’ on the 4th but still managed one point.

The runners-up were Scott Kirkman and Doug Churchill with 44 points. They teamed well, sharing the scoring load, but really shone on the back-9 with 24 points. Single-pointers on the 5th and 9th holes held them back from a win.

The NTP’s went to: 9th – Ladies: Carolyn Duncan, Men: Jeff Haley; 18th – Ladies: Nil, Men: Doug Churchill. The 3rd hole super pin went to Allan Rees with a shot to 4.4 metres.

The Ball Sweep went to 40 points, with most pairings scoring under par. The visitors included: Valarie and Wane Turner from Beerwah who were passing through from Queensland.

There was no Sunday Stableford Medley due to the inclement weather.

This weekend the Men’s comp is an 18-hole Individual Stableford, sponsored by Gunns Traffic Control, with a Stableford Medley on Sunday. The Peak Hill Open is listed for Sunday, 28th August but not confirmed.

By Short Putt

Forbes Croquet Results

August 19, 2022 by Pegging Out

We had 29 players for Aussie Croquet last Saturday. Four players managed three games: Alex Todd, Kevin Rubie and Bruce Field, a new player.

Big wins: 14—8 John Farah and Allan Jones; 14—9 Colleen Liebich and Bill Scott, John Farah and Neville Spry.

Some close games: Neville Spry and Bill Scott 14 Lorraine Todd and Robin Pols 13; Dorelle Scott and John Browne 14 Bill Scott and Neville Spry 13

There were 30 players for Golf Croquet on a bleakish morning on Tuesday. A big field of six players won three games: John Farah, Merv Langfield, Robin Pols, Jill Rubie, Neville Spry and a newer player for the 2nd time Noel Jolliffe.

Big wins: 10—3 John Browne and Barry White, Dorelle Scott and Jeff Liebich, John Browne and Merv Langfield; 9—4 Rex Toole and Neville Spry, John Farah and Rex Toole, May Jones and Robin Pols

Some close games: Neville Spry and Bill Scott 14 Lorraine Todd and Robin Pols 13; Dorelle Scott and John Browne 14 Bill Scott and Neville Spry 13; Peter West and Bruce Field 14 Rex Toole and Ray Burridge 13

By Pegging Out

CHAMPIONSHIP MATCHES

PENNANTS

WOMEN’S BOWLS

Spring Night Competitions

NetSetGo And Junior Mixed

Gala Day

Subscribe