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Ryan Defies Conditions

July 8, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Two visiting golfers from Bathurst ready to play in the rain last weekend at the Forbes Golf Club.

Last weekend was classed by Forbes golfers as wet. Yet, 53 players still ventured onto the golf course to try to win the Monthly Medal but many had second thoughts and retreated to the Golfie.

The Men’s Monthly Medal 18-hole Stroke, sponsored by Walkers Ag-n-Vet, saw only 36 players complete their rounds.

The A-Grade was won by Harry Callaghan with 74 nett. He had a one-shot advantage over Kim Herbert on 75 nett despite having one less handicap. The B-Grade was won by Nick Ryan with the best medal winning score of the day, a 70 nett. He was so dominant in this grade that the runner-up was seven shots back, being John Murphy (Bathurst) on 77 nett.

The C-Grade was won by James Tooth from Mudgee with a 69 nett. However, the Medal went to Reggie Murray who finished with 75 nett taking his second medal in succession.

The NTP’s went to: 9th – Lachlan Alley; 18th – Barry Parker. The 3rd hole super pin went to Jake Hemming with a shot to 2.7m. He was the only one on the card.

The ball sweep went to 84 nett on count back, indicating how tough it was to score out there for the majority of the field. The visitors included a group from Bathurst, who vow to come back in the sunshine, and James Tooth from Mudgee.

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

This weekend the Men’s comp is an 18-hole atroke event with a Stableford Medley on Sunday. Don’t forget the 2-P Ambrose Medley coming up on 16th July.

By Short Putt

Rain The Winner At Croquet

July 8, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Rain was the winner at Aussie Croquet last Saturday in Forbes.

On Tuesday 29 players braved the chilly weather for Golf Croquet. There were six players that had three wins: John Cole, Alex Todd, and Barry White – a family duo, Dorelle and Bill Scott, and another new player in Sue Jolliffe.

Big wins: 11—2 Bruce Field and Alex Todd, Dorelle Scott and Lyn Simmonds; 10—3 John Cole and Bill Scott, Dorelle Scott and John Farah.

Close Games (some results):
Colleen Liebich and Barry White 7 Lyn Simmonds and Marie Spry 6; Neville Spry and Sandy Hepburn 7 Noel Joliffe and Fay Picker 6; Alex and Lorraine Todd 7 Colleen Liebich and Geoff Coles 6; Jeff Liebich and Sue Jolliffe 7 John Farah and John Allegri 6; Robin Pols and Noel Jolliffe 7 Sherly Chamberlin and Kevin Rubie 6; Barry White and Alex Todd 7 Mal Smith and Sandy Hepburn 6; Geoff Coles and Sue Jolliffe 7 Rex Toole and Colleen Liebich 6; John Allegri and Sue Jolliffe 8 Jeff Liebich and Rex Toole 5; John Job and Mal Smith 8 Kevin Rubie and Lyal Stedwick 5; Barry White and John Cole 8 Marie Spry and Sandy Hepburn 5; Bill Scott and Mal Smith 8 Joan Littlejohn and John Job 5; Fay Picker and Jenny Job 8 Bruce Field and Rex Toole 5.

Multi-Purpose Equestrian Arena For Forbes

July 8, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

At the funding announcement last week were (L-R) Forbes Shire Deputy Mayor Chris Roylance, Forbes Shire Mayor Phyllis Miller, Forbes Shire Council General Manager, Steve Loane and NSW Upper House MP Sam Farraway.

The Forbes Racecourse precinct is going to be turned into a multi-purpose equestrian arena thanks to a $3.5 million grant.

“This new multi-purpose equestrian arena will cater for all equestrian sports, including ranch sorting, camp drafting, show jumping, dressage, pony club, riding for the disabled and rodeo,” said NSW Upper House MP Sam Farraway last week.

“The new facility will also be capable of supporting sports education, training and skill development events.

“This Government is investing in facilities that will provide our local communities to enjoy the benefits of sport and active recreation and building what matters to the people of NSW,” said Sam.

Forbes Shire Council received the grant from the NSW Government’s Multi-Sport Community Facility Fund.

Forbes Shire Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM said council was excited to have this opportunity to build the new facility.

“Forbes has a long and distinguished equestrian history and this will give us the opportunity to continue to grow with a state-of-the art facility for sports education, training, skill development and as a venue for major competitions.

“We are also excited about the potential this support will mean for our very active Riding for the Disabled members as this facility will be an inclusive and all abilities accessible space for riders, competitors, spectators and organisers.

“The arena also has potential to expand its offerings to community groups and functions requiring a large outdoor space,” said the Mayor.

Almost $100 million was awarded to 38 clubs, associations, sporting organisations and councils across NSW in Round 1 of the fund, which invests in new or upgraded multi-sport facilities to provide more opportunities for people to play sport and be active.

Croquet News

July 1, 2022 by Pegging Out

What a beautiful winters morning for Aussie Croquet, to enjoy the morning. There were five players with three wins, John Browne, John Farah, John Cole ,Colleen Liebich and Elvy Quirk. Big wins were: 14 – 8 Ray Burridge, Colleen Liebich and John Browne; Cheryle Toohey and John Farah. 4 – 9 John Farah and John Browne.

Some of the close games were:
• Elvy Quirk and John Browne 14; Cheryle Toohey and Ray Burridge 13
• Harley Stewart and Bruce Field 14; Neville Spry and Bill Scott 13

We had 33 players for another nice Winters morning for Golf Croquet on Tuesday 28th June. We again welcomed Robyn Liebich for visit. There were four players that managed three games; John Browne, John Cole, Jill Rubie and another new player Noel Jolliffe. Big wins were: 11 – 2 Neville Spry and John Cole. 10 – 3 Sandy Hepburn, Jill Rubie and John Browne.

Some of the close games were:
• Lyn Simmonds and Mal Smith 7; Marie Spry and John Farah 6
• Kevin Rubie 7; Irene Ford and Sally Perry 6
• Elvy Quirk and John Farah 7; Lyn Simmonds and Bruce Field 6
• Dorelle Scott and Neville Spry 7; Joan Littlejohn and Neil Gilmour 6
• Jill Rubie and Shirly Chamberlin 7; John Cole and Rex Toole 6
• John Cole and Marie Spry 7; Sandy Hepburn and Jeff Liebich 6
• Fay Picker and Noel Jolliffe 7; Carolyn Neilsen and Peter West 6
• Bruce Field and Marie Spry 7; Elvy Quirk and Peter West 6
• Jill Rubie and John Cole 7; Neville Spry and Carolyn Neilsen 6
• Lyn Simmonds and Neil Gilmour 7; Robin Pols and Sue Jolliffe 6
• Shirly Chamberlin and Fay Picker 7; Kevin Rubie 6
• John Job and Noel Jolliffe 7; Robyn Liebich and Rex Toole 6

By Pegging Out

Lachlan Dragons Named Community Choices Champions

July 1, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

Forbes Dragon Boat Club has been named one of Essential Energy’s Community Choices Champions for 2022.

Votes from the Forbes community provided the Forbes Dragon Boat Club with the support needed to assist them in the purchase of a 20 seat paddling boat as part of their equipment upgrade program.

“We feel so grateful to have the ongoing support of our community, and thanks to the $2,500 funding we’ve received through Essential Energy’s Community Choices program, we will be able to continue supporting them back,” President, Kathryn Sweeney said.

Essential Energy’s Chief Commercial Officer, Justin Hillier said the company is delighted to share the funding between community organisations in its network area.

“Essential Energy people live and work in towns across regional NSW and we see first-hand the difference these groups can make, that’s why we value this opportunity to give back to our local heroes,” Mr Hillier said.

For more information about Essential Energy’s Community Choices Program please visit www.essentialenergy.com.au/choices.

The Forbes Dragon Boat Club will be holding three by one hour trial paddling sessions on Lake Forbes at the end of July, for anyone over the age of 12 interested in joining the club. Further information is available on the Forbes Dragon Boat Club Facebook page or website.

Forbes Riders To Compete At NSW Showjumping Championships

July 1, 2022 by Nina Hooper

Tess Worland, Jake Tomlinson and Jemma Hodder representing the zone at a recent event.

Forbes Pony Club continues to go from strength to strength with four club members to represent the zone at the NSW Pony Club Showjumping Championships to be held in Bingara on 9th and 10th July.

The Forbes Pony Club riders who will travel to Bingara are Jake Tomlinson, Tess Worland, Jemma Hodder and Freya Hooper.

Forbes Pony Club President Gary Tomlinson said that the riders had been training extensively to have themselves and their horses in perfect competition condition.

“These kids have been training every day to give themselves the best chance at this elite competition,” he said. “I’m sure that they will once again do the club very proud.

“Our young members are really excelling and it has been great to see them improve every time they ride. Our club is very fortunate to have not only a friendly and supportive environment but also to have some great coaching by skilled horsepeople such as Laurie Norris and Rachael Morgan who give so much to our club,” Garry said.

This will be the fourth time this year that Forbes Pony Club has had representatives at State Pony Club competition, with members participating in State Tetrathlon, One Day Eventing and Combined Training so far.

Forbes Pony Club meets regularly for rally days and is always looking for new members. For information please contact forbesponyclub@gmail.com

By Nina Hooper

Awesome Display In Foursomes Champs

July 1, 2022 by Short Putt

Neil Duncan has a classic pose as he drives during the Foursomes Champs.’

The golf played last Saturday was the second of the year’s Championship events, namely the Foursomes, with players contending for the Mens and Ladies Stroke and Handicap trophies.

The Mens event, sponsored by FINDEX (Forbes) was played over two days with 42 players starting the contest but only 28 carrying onto the second day. However, the results were dominated by low scores and the days were sunny albeit chilly.

The Scratch Championship was won by the pairing of Shane Sallaway and Caleb Hanrahan, who fired 145 for the two days. This was 12 shots better than last year’s winning score, and which was posted by the runners-up John Betland and Stuart French.

The Handicap winners were Ted Morgan and Matt Duff, who capitalised on their good play, equal contributions, and their handicap to score 134 nett. Runners-up were Shane Callaway and Caleb Hanrahan on 145 nett, playing off a scratch handicap.

There were daily comp prizes, with Shane and Caleb taking both Scratch and Nett honours on day 1 and the Dawson/Dukes and Morgan/Duff pairings sharing the day 2 prizes.

The biggest story for the NTP’s and Super Pins is the ‘Hole-in-one’ scored by Sarah Black on the 3rd hole during day 1. Sarah played mid-morning and snuffed any chance for the Super-Pin for any later players.

The Mens NTP’s for day 1 and day 2 went to: 9th – Barry Parker, John Betland and 18th – Fons Melisi and Ted Morgan.

The Ladies Foursomes Champs were won by: Scratch – Brianna and Carolyn Duncan; Handicap – Rose Carroll and Veronica Rebellato.

There was no result in the Sunday Stableford Medley with too few participating.

This coming weekend we have the Juky Monthly Medal and a Stableford Medley on the Sunday.

By Short Putt

Forbes Netball 17U Reps At Senior State Titles

June 24, 2022 by Robyn Kenny

Robyn Kenny (coach) Hannah Williams, Kiesha Rusten, Laura Scott, Kaylar Emery, Sienna Marchant, Pip Hanrahan, Hannah Stanmore, Jane Davis, Eb Colvin, Lynda Scott (manager). Front Lily Boyd

The Forbes Netball Association was represented by the 17U team at the Netball NSW Hart Senior State Titles over the June long weekend at Camden netball courts. The team included Lily Boyd, Piper Hanrahan, Kaylar Emery, Laura Scott, Hannah Stanmore, Eb Colvin, Jane Davis, Hannah Williams, Sienna Marchant, Kiesha Rusten.

Seven games were played on day one of the Championships, where the team recorded a great win over West Wyalong and another over Blayney. With the other games against Singleton, Tumut, Wollondilly, Ballina and Brunswick Byron extremely close in their court play. Players player was shared between three girls, Eb Colvin, Jane Davis and Lily Boyd.

Day two was an up and down day for the team, interrupted by small injuries to a number of players, affecting the positioning of the players. Games were played against Casino, Armidale, Great Lakes, Hastings Valley, Inverell and Lithgow, and although no wins were recorded, all the girls played to their best ability, and supported each other in all their play, and never gave up trying. Players player for Day 2 was Hannah Stanmore.

Day three had another 6 games drawn to play, with a great win over Parramatta Auburn, and very close games against Manning Valley, Mt Druitt, Nelson Bay, Quirindi and Scone. Players player for day 3 was Lily Boyd.

The results of the games does not show the closeness of the play in the games, where the Forbes team played a high standard of netball throughout the full three days of the Championships, and never gave up trying. All of the girls should be congratulated for their outstanding sportsmanship, team work and support of each other.

By Robyn Kenny (Proud coach)

Repeat Win In 4BBB Champs

June 24, 2022 by Short Putt

Mens 4BBB Stroke Champions Peter Dawson and John Betland receive their trophy from Events Committee Chairman
Warwick Judge.

Last Saturday saw the playing of the first Championship events for Forbes golfers, with players contending for the mens and ladies 4BBB Stroke and Handicap trophies.

In the mens event, the pairing of Peter Dawson and John Betland worked like clockwork, resulting in them scoring a 66 Scratch to take out the 4BBB Stroke Championship and in so doing repeat their win from 2021. The Runners-up were the paring of Harry Callaghan and Jacob Bernardi who raced around to score a level par 72.

The Handicap Winners were Harry Callaghan and Jacob Bernardi, who capitalised on the good stroke play to finish on 65 nett, with each contributing equally. Runners-up on 66 nett were the early starters of Rob Webb and Peter Tisdell, who managed to hit the ball straight in the thick fog.

The NTP’s went to: 9th – Barry Parker, and 18th – Reggie Murray. The 3rd Hole Pro Shop Super-Pin went to Terry Griffiths.

The Sunday Stableford Medley had a small field with scores reflecting the difficulty to swing sweetly. Tom Toohey took the honours with 35 points, while Jordan Brett was Runner-up on 27 points. There were no NTP’s.

The Mens LVDGA Championships and Team events were held at Peak Hill on Sunday 19 June, with a disappointingly small field of 55 players.

In the Pennants the A-Grade was won by Forbes (192), the B-Grade by Trundle (138), Handicap by Trundle (192) and the Vets by Condo (73). The Mulder Cup for Individual Stroke play was won by Steve Betland (66) from John Betland (67). The B- Grade was won by C Matthews (Parkes) and the C-Grade by C Dyner (Peak Hill). John Betland took the ‘Champion of Champions’ honours, while Peter Dawson took the Vets Champion honours.

Next weekend we have the Foursomes Championships, played over two rounds for the men and 27-holes on Saturday for the ladies.

By Short Putt

Tenacious U14’s Defeat Dubbo

June 24, 2022 by Maggi Barnard

It was a frantic game played in perfect winter conditions, the Dubbo Demons started full of fire before the Orange/Forbes Swamp Tigers were able to take the lead in the third quarter at Orange.

Dubbo took the Swamp Tigers by surprise with their physical play and ball movement to lead by thirteen points early in the first term before Orange/Forbes were able to settle and take a quarter time lead. Dubbo took control in the second term kicking three goals three to nil to take a fourteen point lead at half time. The third term was the complete opposite with Orange/Forbes kicking four goals three to one behind to lead by twelve points going into the last break. In the last quarter the game went to another level with both teams moving the ball, looking to score and take the win in a frantic finish. The final score was Orange/Forbes 8.8 (56), Dubbo 6.6 (42).

The under 12’s match was an equally absorbing affair. The Dubbo under 12’s kicked an early goal to lead by six. Tyson McLennan’s first AFL goal evened up the score soon after, but Dubbo took a narrow lead into the first break. The Swamp/Tigers kicked six goals and five behinds and kept Dubbo scoreless throughout the second and third terms. Dubbo rallied in the final quarter and kicked two early goals, but again Orange/Forbes were able to respond. The final score was Orange/Forbes 10.9 (69) to Dubbo’s 5.0 (30).

Tyson McLennan was awarded best on ground (BOG) for the under 12’s, while Will Northey, played strongly in defence, Max Ridge was dominant in the ruck and Romulus Milsom again played well. In the under 14’s Jackson Beaudin made it a dominant day for the FJAFL also being named BOG, while Zain Clark put in his best performance of the year in defence and was instrumental in their win.

In other games the Orange Youth Girls took out Dubbo 14.4 (88) to 2.2 (14), while in the under 17’s Orange/Forbes won 9.10 (64) to 0.2 (2).

This week Orange/Forbes take on the Giants in Bathurst.

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