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Steve Betland Tames The Course

July 9, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

TEEING OFF: Adam Demidjuk tees off to start his round in the Monthly Medal comp at Forbes Golf Club.

In Saturday’s Monthly Medal comp, sponsored by the Walkers Ag-n-Vet, the 77 players encountered heavy conditions making for tough scoring. However, Steve Betland was unfazed with an impressive 66.

The A-Grade, won by Steve Betland (67 nett off a +1 handicap), saw two ‘gun’ golfers overcome the conditions. Steve was 5-under on the par-5’s, which kept him ahead of runner-up Head Pro Adam who finished on 70 nett.

The B-Grade was won by Adam Currey (69 nett) who had a comfortable margin over Neil Duncan (72 nett on a count back). Currey did very well on the front-9, while Duncan struggled.

The C-Grade was close with Jake Shaw (69 nett) doing well on the front-9 to nudge ahead of Stephen McAlister (70 nett).

The ball sweep went to 75 nett on count back, so please check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to: 9th – J Bernardi, 18th – B Robinson. The 3rd hole Super Pin went to Nick Greenhalgh, whose shot was slightly adrift and unlike his passes in the footy.

The lone visitor was James Meers (Dubbo GC) who struggled a bit in the heavy conditions. Unsurprisingly there were only a handful of 2’s, scored evenly across the par-3’s.

There was no Sunday Stableford Medley, with players avoiding the cold weather.

On the calendar this month we have the LVDGA Mixed 4B Champs at West Wyalong (18 July), and the Burcher Open (25 July) hopefully.

Work is being done to recover the concrete tee markers, with those on the 5th, 13th and 15th tees yet to be found. If you can help please contact the Pro Shop or Jack Clarke.

Saturday 10 July is an 18-Hole Stroke sponsored by B&M Tooth. Sunday 11 July has a Stableford Medley.

By Short Putt

Wet Conditions Don’t Slow Croquet Players

July 2, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

There were 27 players for Golf Croquet on a chilly morning on Tuesday June 22. The winners of 3 games were Elvy Quirk, Bill Scott and Ray Burridge. Big wins 11—2 Bob Murray and Ray Burridge. Close games:

• Elvy Quirk and Jill Rubie 7 Kevin Rubie and Merv Langfield 6
• Colleen Liebich and Evelyn Mahlo 7 Nev-ille Spry and John Farah 6
• Lorraine Todd and Geoff Coles 7 Marie Spry and Dorelle Scott 6
• Bruce Field and John Job 7 John Mac-Cullagh and Robin Pols 6
• Bill Scott 7 John Allegri and Jeff Liebich 6
• Elvy Quirk and Bill Scott 7 Jill Rubie and Colleen Liebich 6

We had 20 keen players for Aussie Croquet Saturday June 26. Only one player managed 3 games Barry White. The big winners were Dorelle Scott and Colleen Liebich 14 – 8. Close games:

• John Browne and Bill Scott 14 Bob Murray and Jeff Liebich 13
• Barry White and John Farah 14 Colleen Liebich and Marie Spry 13
• Colleen Liebich and Doreen Rogers 14 John Browne and Joan Littlejohn 13

Platypi Get It Done Over Roos

July 2, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

It may not have been pretty, but Forbes Platypi kept in touch with the front runners in the Blowes Menswear Central West Rugby Union Competition at Dubbo on the weekend 12-6.

With everything to play for, both teams left it all out on the field in a tight war of attrition that could’ve gone either way.

The Platypi stuck solid and held on by the tightest of margins to remain in the top four and in the hunt for the minor premiership.

In other grades, 2nds were beaten 31-18 to continue a season of near misses while the Women’s were thumped 29-0 in a pasting. The Colts continue to struggle with a 41-5 rout confining the Colts to rear of the ladder and only pride left to play for in 2021.

Check out the Forbes Rugby Union Facebook page for all the latest COVID info.

Back To Back For Shead Nico

July 2, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

ANYONE’S BALL: Players from Shead Nico and Howies battle it out for the loose ball in last week’s women’s basketball grand final.

It was the two dream grand finals everyone wanted and that’s exactly what they got when Shead Nicholson took on Howies in the Women’s and Misfits looked to defend their title against Flint Tropics.

Howies started well, as they usually do, with Shorty Howard leading all scorers at the half with eight points as Howies dashed to a 16-4 lead with halftime approaching.

Despite having no subs Howies hustled and shot well, making life hard for Shead Nico.

It didn’t take long though for the champs to find their rhythm and by the half had gone on a 16-0 run to lead 20-16.

The second half was always going to be tough for Howies with no reserves and soon the premiers got to work as the lead soon became double digits with time expiring.

As Michelle Bentick and Maggie Townsend led the fightback for the champions scoring all 11 points for their side to begin the second half. Bentick would go on and finish with 18 in the 45-29 win while Maggie Townsend was named MVP of the Grand Final, with 12 points of her own and some great work in defence forcing a number of turnovers.

Howies meanwhile were without defensive player of the year and regular season MVP Monique Pointon, and women’s team of the year player Kristy Butler which proved pivotal.

For the premiers Shead Nico who have secured back to back season premierships, it certainly was a team effort with Michelle Bentick, Amy, April and Maggie Townsend especially strong and supported well by Candice Morrison, Nicole Westwood and Courtney Hodge.

In the Men’s, Flint Tropics finished undefeated after a 43-15 win over defending champs Misfits. Justin Hoy led all scorers in the game with 18 points, whilst Jono Morell contributed 16 himself and was named MVP of the grand final.

Big Boost For Forbes Jockey Club

July 2, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

In a major win, the Forbes Jockey Club August 1 Cup meeting has been shifted to a Sunday and upgraded to Showcase status, meaning each race carries a minimum of $30,000 prizemoney in a massive win for country racing.

The Forbes Jockey Club has also invested an additional $10,000 in prize money on top of what Racing NSW contributes to make the Forbes Cup a $50,000 race – and one of the flagship events on the racing calendar, if it wasn’t already.

According to NSW Country Racing’s Jeff Hansen, the increase in prize money will certainly attract trainers, but the Forbes Jockey Club is also doing their part to entertain a potentially huge crowd.

Last year was meant to be the 25th year partnership with Bankstown Sports Club, but due to COVID restrictions across the country they were unable to attend.

Instead, this year the club is celebrating 25 years at the races with Bankstown Sports.

Forbes Jockey Club will also host a marquee. Tickets will strictly be limited and at $120 and race goers will have drinks and canapes included.

The Forbes Cup Calcutta will be held on the evening of Saturday July 31 at one of their regular sponsors, Club Forbes and tickets are $40. Covid restrictions will be in place within the venue.

Col Hodges, celebrating his 50 years of race-calling, will also be celebrated with a race named in his honour in a real treat for race-lovers and the Hodges family.

For more information on the meeting, or to keep up to date with announcements, readers are encouraged to follow the Forbes Jockey Club on Facebook.

Originally published – Major prize money boost for Forbes Cup – NSW Country and Picnic Racing

Foursomes Champions Decided

July 2, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

SHARPENING UP: Stephen Uphill sharpening up on the greens at Forbes Golf Club before his round.

The Men’s Foursomes Champs were held in conjunction with a Daily Comp sponsored by FINDEX (Forbes), in chilly and soft conditions throughout the weekend.

In the Men’s Foursomes Championships, played over 36 holes, the Scratch Champions were the pairing of John Betland and Andrew Dukes with a total of 157. Runners-up were Todd Callaghan and Shane Sallaway on 158. The Handicap Champions were Ben Robinson and Matt Roylance (140 nett) with room to spare to Runners-up Josh Coulthurst and Jacob Bernardi (145 nett).

The Daily Comp was run over two days, with prizes on each. On Day 1 the Scratch winners were C Hanrahan/H Callaghan on count back from D Bayley/P Dawson, both on 79. In the Handicap the winners were B Robinson/M Roylance with 67 nett, ahead of I Bown/A Grierson on 71 nett.

In the Day 2 comp the Scratch winners were J Betland/A Dukes (76) ahead of T Callaghan/S Sallaway. In the Handicap the winners were J Bernardi/J Coulthurst (69 nett) ahead of B Robinson/M Roylance (72 nett).

There was no Sunday Stableford Medley participants.

The Ladies played their Foursomes on Saturday, over 27-holes. The Scratch Winners were K Stirling/H Davidson (142) ahead of B Duncan/C Duncan (150). The Handicap winners were K Stirling/H Davidson (115 ¾ nett) ahead of S Crosby/R Carroll (121 ½ nett).

A reminder for Club members to check that they have cleared their Pro Shop account – hopefully it is not too late. Also a reminder for Forbes Vets players to pay their 2021-22 fees to Lynnie Roberts.

By Short Putt

Dominos Sports Brief

July 2, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

Jungle Deuce Wins SOO Clash

Locally-trained track star Jungle Deuce has continued a stellar run this month, winning last Thursday’s State Of Origin shoot-out at Albion Park.
Jungle Deuce served as the anchor of the NSW team after being selected for the match race.
Raymond Smith’s star finished with 29.61 making it 13 from 19.
Jungle Deuce’s win is not the only star in the Smith’s Irinka Kennels with three of their dogs, Miss Ezmae, Midnight Flash and Dip It In claiming a winning treble at Wentworth Park last Saturday.

Congrats Junior Rugby Stars

The NSW Rugby Champs were held recently and Forbes was represented by Jai Wheeldon, Lachlan Rice and George Field in the Under 13s. Zac Fraser, Oliver Walker and Patrick Ryan played in the Under 14s squad while Thompson Hurford, Teddy Mundy, Lachlan Wallace and Leroy McNamara played in the Under 12s.
Oliver Walker, Patrick Ryan and Zac Fraser represented Forbes in the Under 14s while Georgie Duncan and James Bur-ton played in the Central West Rugby Under 15s squad.
The Under 12s placed sixth, the Under 13s came in thirteenth place, the Under 14s came in tenth and the Under 15s came in twelfth.

Pony Club Hosts Big Weekend

Some 38 competitors from around the region competed at the annual Charlie O’Connor Showjumping and dressage weekend at Forbes Pony Club.
Riders came from across the state for the event with the highlight the John Stew-art Memorial Barrel Race, named for Pony Club member John Stewart who rode in the 1970’s and early 1980’s on a horse called King, owned by Charlie O’Connor, the namesake of the weekend.

Dominos Sports Brief

June 25, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

Hoop Dreams Realised For Flints And Shead Nicho

The Forbes Basketball Association grand finals have been played with Shead and Nicho coming from behind to beat Howies in the Women’s and make it back-to-back titles. In what can only be described as a sterling team effort, the girls had to claw from a handy deficit to take down their arch-rivals.
In the Men’s, Flint Tropics grounded out a tough victory over defending champs Misfits in a low scoring affair dominated by defence. Led by Justin Hoy, Flint Tropics made the plays that mattered when they mattered and the defending champs had no answers. Not only did Flint Tropics take the crown but they did so without dropping a game all season – well done!

Forbes Swampies Junior AFL Update

The Forbes/Orange Under 12’s went down to competition frontrunners the Dubbo Demons in the CWJAFL competition on Sunday. The Swamp Tigers were well in the contest until the 3rd quarter when the Demons rose up and scored 6 goals. The Swamp Tigers tried hard in the last quarter but couldn’t close the gap. The final score being 1.1-7 to 0.3-3 to Dubbo. The loss leaves the Swamp Tigers still in third while best on ground were Zain Clarke and Jackson Beaudin. The CWJAFL is now on a school holiday break and will starts again on July 18. A reminder to everyone that Auskick will commence after the school holidays on Friday July 16 at 4pm at Gag-gin Oval.

All Stars Lose Close One

Forbes All Stars lost a tight tussle 2-1 to Parkes Wanderers last weekend at Harrison Park in Parkes. Despite the gallant effort, the All Stars remain stuck near the bottom of the ladder looking to break their duck in 2021.

Forbes Shooters Info

June 25, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

The next shoot for the Forbes S.S.A.A. sporting clays is Sunday 11th July starting at 10am at the Bedgerabong Road range.

For all information on clay target shooting contact: Norm Brook 0458 664 541 or Tony Bratton (02) 6852 3349. Any person wishing to obtain a long arm firearm licence, contact Wayne Facey 0414 524 059. Members are reminded that Local Range rules apply to the Forbes SSAA range. Like us on Facebook @Forbes Sporting Shooters to find out more.

Big Week On Greens For Rubie

June 25, 2021 by Maggi Barnard

We had 21 players for Golf Croquet on Tuesday 15 June. There were 3 winners of 3 games, Bill Scott, Mal Smith and Alex Todd. The big winners were: 10 – 3 Kevin Rubie and Merv Langfield, Bruce Field and Mal Smith. Close games: Alex Todd and Tony Thomson 7, Geoff Coles and Merv Langfield 6

There were 22 players for Aussie Croquet on Saturday 19th. Only had 2 winners of 3 games; John Farah and Kevin Rubie. Big winners: 14 – 9 Kevin Rubie and Tony Thomson, Cherylin Cole and Bill Scott. Close games: Neville Spry 14 Merv Langfield and Cheryle Toohey 13.

By Pegging Out

Jungle Deuce Wins SOO Clash

Congrats Junior Rugby Stars

Pony Club Hosts Big Weekend

Hoop Dreams Realised For Flints And Shead Nicho

Forbes Swampies Junior AFL Update

All Stars Lose Close One

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