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Tussle For Club Championships

October 23, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

The final two rounds of the Forbes Golf Club Championships were well supported, which pleased sponsors Lachlan Commodities and Pool Magic, and produced some tight tussles among the grades.

The battle for the A-Grade Championship came down to a final day head-to-head between John and Steve Betland. While the lead had changed on each of the previous rounds, Steve took command early in the front-9, and in the end finished five shots clear on 284 from John’s 289.

The A-Reserve Champion was Kim Herbert, who started the final day four shots ahead of Tim West. Kim stayed cool to finish with 326, and a handy lead over Brian Everest on 332.

The B-Grade Champion was an easy walk for Stephen Uphill, holding a 15-shot lead over Stuart French. On the final day Jordan Brett came storming home to finish second on 347 to Stephen Uphill by 20 shots.

In the C-Grade Ben Robinson had dominated for three days, but felt the tension on the final day, being hard pressed by Damien Kennedy. Ben managed to stumble home finishing with 358 ahead of Damien’s 362.

Other Championship winners were:
• Veterans Scratch Championship: Peter Dawson (302) over Kim Herbert (326).
• A-Grade Handicap: Michael Wood (279) over Steven Betland (288).
• B-Grade Handicap: Stephen Uphill (275) over Harrison Callaghan (291 on c/b).
• C Grade Handicap: Damien Kennedy (274) over Ben Robinson (278).
• Veterans Handicap: S Uphill (275) over K Herbert (286).
• Junior Encouragement Award: Lachlan Alley.

The 2020 VW Scramble is set for Sunday, 25 October with last minute team entries accepted.
Head Pro Adam has organised a Titleist Demonstration day scheduled for Monday, 9 November. Contact Adam for more details.

Saturday, 24 October is an Individual 18-Hole Par, sponsored by Peter Dawson. If numbers allow, a Stableford Medley will be run on Sunday.

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Netball News

October 23, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

The Forbes netball courts were full of action again this week after the school holiday break.

The Spring Night competitions for both mixed and ladies’ teams continued with games in round three, with the weather now warming up, the FNA is preparing for the summer season.

There was a lot of action at the office, as players paid their competition levy for the coming season. Unfortunately, many teams still played with unregistered players, and the games will be forfeited.

The teams whose players on the court were all fully registered were Schofields, in the ladies’ division, and in the mixed division, Late Or Never. Both Schofields and Late Or Never have won on forfeits.

All other games were forfeited, as there were players who played without being fully registered.

Next week, team representatives must check with their team-mates, as players not fully registered will not be able to take the court. If team representatives are not sure of their players registration, they should come and check at the office.

COVID-19 restrictions are still in place, and if you are feeling unwell, please do not enter the courts.

Hot Scores In Club Champs

October 16, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

Brett Thomas and Jordan Brett anxiously watch Jordan’s tee shot.

The Club Championships for Men, sponsored by Lachlan Commodities and Marg Hurst, commenced on the weekend with good fields. Alongside the Championship there are daily competitions, sponsored by Pool Magic.

The Saturday Daily Competition results were quite tame. Division One was won by Tony Wallace with 69 nett, getting there on count back from Ken Sanderson. The Division Two returned similar scores with Ben Robinson on 69 nett, and closely followed by Steve Grallelis on 70 nett.

The ball sweep went to 74 nett on count bac, players need to check the Pro Shop to see if they were successful. The NTP’s went to: 9th, M Spice and 18th, J Coulthurst. The ProShop Super Pin went to Scott Kirkman.

The Sunday Daily Competition saw many hot scores returned. The Division One winner was Steve Uphill with a 64 nett, ahead of Jacob Bernardi on 66 nett. In Division Two, Brett Thomas was inspired with nett 63, with Glendon Hooper on a nett 66. The ball sweep again went to 74 nett on countback, players need to check in the Pro Shop. The NTP’s went to 9th, D Mylecharane and 18th, T Wallace. The ProShop Super Pin went to Ben Robinson, who had a great day.

The Club Championship continues this weekend with rounds three and four and there will be a seeded draw for the top placings on Sunday.

The 2020 VW Scramble is on Sunday, 25 October, registrations can be done online or through the Pro Shop. Talk to Adam for more details.

The ASI-sponsored 2020-21 Summer Sixes competition commenced this week, with many new players signing up. Results for Week One will be available next week.

Head Pro Adam is organising Junior Coaching for the school fourth term. Contact him at the Pro Shop on 6851 1554 for more details.

Croquet Chat

October 9, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

A milestone for Merv Langfield as he cuts his 90th birthday cake with the help of his wife Ula.

Golf Croquet 29 September
It was a nice morning for croquet with 29 players on the courts. For the first time, no player won three games. Either the competition is getting better or everyone had an off day. Some of the closest games on the day were:
• Colleen Liebich, Libby Smart 7, defeated Tony Thomson,Sandy Hepburn 6.
• Bill Scott 7, defeated Alec Todd, Geoff Coles 6.
• Lyn Simmonds 7, defeated Judy Ellis 6.
• Kevin Rubie, John Job 8, defeated Jenny Job, Evelyn Mahlo 5.
• Bob Murray, Jeff Liebich 7, defeated Mary Hodges, Joan Littlejohn 6.
• Dorelle Scott, John Farah 7, defeated Merv Langfield, Mal Smith 6.
• John Browne, Jeff Liebich 7, defeated Joan Littlejohn, Robin Pols 6.
• Sandy Hepburn, John Job 7, defeated Marie Spry, Alec Todd 6.
• Elvy Quirk, John Farah 7, defeated John Brown, Lyn Simmonds 6.

Aussie Croquet 3 October
Saturday was a lovely day for Aussie Croquet. Thirty players were on the courts and the winners of three games were: John Browne, Joan Littlejohn, Lyn Simmonds, Libby Smart and Harley Stewart. The closest scores on the day were:
• Barry White, Bob Murray 14, defeated Lorraine Todd, Bill Scott 11.
• Neville Spry, Tony Thomson 14, defeated Dorelle Scott, John Farah 11.
• Ray Burridge, Geoff Coles 14, defeated John Job, John Allegri 11.
• John Browne 14, defeated Kevin Rubie 10.
• Harley Stewart, Colleen Liebich 14, defeated Barry White, Neville Spry 11.
• Merv Langfield, Libby Smart 14, defeated Marie Spry, Bill Scott 12.
• John Farah, Lyn Simmonds 14, defeated Tony Thomson 11.
• Jill Rubie, Jeff Liebich 14, defeated John Allegri, John Job 13.
• Elvy Quirk, John MacCullagh 14, defeated Judy Ellis, Robin Pols 11.

Medal Win By Churchill’s Hot Score

October 9, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

Al Rees playing form among the trees again.

On Saturday, the Men’s October Monthly Medal, sponsored by Forbes Concrete, was contested by a field of 67 players. The scoring was initially slow but hotted up later.

Adam Currey easily took the A-Grade with 68 nett, and quite a way ahead of Shane Sallaway, on 71 nett. The best round of the day went to B-Grade winner Doug Churchill with a ‘hot’ nett 64, and a dominant performance overall. Runner-up was Connor Greenhalgh with 71 nett, getting there on count back.

The C-Graders scored well also, with winner Harrison Callaghan getting 67 nett, closely followed by John Ridley on 68 nett, but only by virtue of count back from Bruce Chandler.

Members of the Forbes Nissan Classic Committee relax after selling drinks and food to the Saturday golfers. Mike Sutcliffe, Barry Shine and John Betland were exhausted.

The ball sweep went to 75 nett on count back, going to: 68, B Chandler; 69, A Rees; 70, G Drane, L Little; 71, S Uphill; 72, J Dobell; 73, P Grayson, J Roylance, L O’Connor; 74, G Betland, N Ryan, D Earl; 75, D Burton, W Judge, P Wells, T Callaghan, S Kirkman, P Kay.

Al Rees spent a lot of time among the trees, courtesy of an errant driver, but was ecstatic to chip in from the trees on the 13th for a birdie.

The Sunday Stableford Medley had a moderate field that finished quite close. Rob Webb took the honours with 33 points and a count back win over Ray Taylor.

George Falvey relaxes in the sun before his game.

The Monday Stableford Medley had a better field and better scores. Ethel Coombs won the day with 35 points, on count back from Dan Bayley.

The ASI-sponsored 2020-21 Summer Sixes competition commences on Monday, 12 October, with team entries and handicapping rounds being accepted now.

The 2020 VW Scramble is coming up on Sunday, 25 October. Get your registrations in, either online or through the Pro Shop. Talk to Adam for more details.

Saturday, 10 and Sunday, 11 October are the first two rounds of the Club Championships. Players are required to ensure their card is correctly completed before they hand it in.

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Croquet Catch-Up

October 2, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

Results for Golf Croquet for the week ending on Saturday, 26 September 2020.

There were thirty-six players on Tuesdays Golf Croquet. Three follow-ons would just about be a record and the line-up of cars was impressive. The game is certainly becoming more popular. Forbes Croquet Club welcomes all new members to share the happy few hours on the courts.

After croquet, players had a lovely cake for one of their older members. It was a great moment for Merv Langfield, who has just achieved the milestone of his 90th birthday, well done to Merv.

There were only three players who won three games: Merv Langfield, Jeff Liebich and Neville Spry. The closest games on the day were:
• Judy Ellis and Kevin Rubie 7, defeated Dorelle Scott and Colleen Liebich 6.
• Bob Murray and Jeff Liebich 7, defeated Joan Littlejohn and Lorraine Todd 6.
• Evelyn Mahlo and Geoff Coles 7, defeat- ed John Farah and Sandy Hepburn 6.
• Jeff Liebich and Geoff Coles 7, defeated Joan Littlejohn and Elvy Quirk 6.
• Merv Langfield and Neville Spry 8, defeated Sally Perry and Judy Ellis 5.
• John Job and Jenny Job 7, defeated Marie Spry and Alec Todd 6.
• Dorelle Scott and Mal Smith 7, defeated Tony Thomson and Denny Smith 6.
• Bob Murray and Veva MacCullagh 7, defeated John Browne and John Allegri 6.
• Elvy Quirk and Joan Littlejohn 7, defeated John Farah and Lyn Simmonds 6.
• Libby Smart and Alec Todd 7, defeated Jill Rubie and Ray Burridge 6.
• John Browne and Mal Smith 7, defeated Kevin Rubie and Ray Burridge 6.
• Merv Langfield and John MacCullagh 7, defeated Dorelle Scott and Veva MacCullagh 6.
• Jeff Liebich and Tony Thomson 7, defeated Bill Scott and Veva MacCullagh 6.

Aussie Croquet on Saturday, 26 September was cancelled.

Callaghan Trophy Success

October 2, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

Sponsor Albie Callaghan (centre) with grandson Harrison, son Todd, and son-in-law Brodie.

The Saturday competition was the annual holding of the ‘Albie Callaghan Trophy’, an 18-Hole, four person Ambrose Medley event, sponsored by Albie Callaghan. This format usually provides for a quick round, with a specified number of drives per player, but often Murphy’s Law intervenes.

The winners were a group led by new member Dave Tilsdley, with three visitors being Mark Wood, Mike Blackstock and Jarrod Kelly, with a score of 55 3/8. As Albie said, “Full credit to them for playing so well on an unfamiliar course.” Runners-up were Brett Thomas, Andy Cogswell, Nigel Davies from Caragabal, and new member Luke Flakeyar on 57 and a half nett.

The ball sweep went to 59.5 points: 58 1/4 – J Reid, A Cole, L Whitfield, M Simmons; 58 3/8 – Albie, Todd, Harrison Cal- laghan, B Hodges; 58 1/2 – Niel, Carolyn, Brianna Duncan, A Grierson; 59 1/4 – J Dobell, N Ryan, J Cutler, G Hooper; 59 1/4 K Steele-Park, A Tooth, T Cogswell, A Mc- Kinnon; 59 1/2 – P Dawson, K Herbert, P Cowhan, R Baker.

The NTP’s went to 9th – Ladies: B Drabsch, Men: J Bernardi; 18th – Ladies: S Redfern, Men: A Cole. The third Hole Super Pin went to Ron Morris, who seems to consistently do well on that hole, despite his protestations.

This was a momentous playing of the ‘Albie Callaghan Trophy’, but unfortunately without a fairy tale ending. Albie was thrilled to play alongside son Todd, grandson Harrison and son-in-law Brodie and they were happy to land in the fourth spot.

Despite the sunny weather on Sunday there was no Stableford Medley, as only a smidgeon of players ventured out.

The 2020-21 ‘Summer Super Sixes’ Competition, sponsored by ASI Capital, will commence with competitive rounds on 12 October. A handicapping period will be played from Thursday, 1 to Sunday 11 October for those that are new and want to participate.

The Forbes Nissan Classic on Saturday, 14 and Sunday, 15 November is set to widen its range of participants after recent changes to COVID-19 restrictions, which should ensure a larger than expected field.

Nominations are urgently sought for the Events Committee, and players should give consideration to participation on the Management Committee. Contact the Events Committee Chairman Steve Grallelis if you want to know more.

Important events to note are Sunday, 25 October, the VW Scramble. Saturday, 31 October is the Kristie Carpenter Memorial Trophy Day. Friday, 23 October is the Legends Pro-Am, it is uncertain if this will proceed, but keep your eyes open for details.

Saturday, 3 October is Monthly Medal Day for the men, sponsored by Forbes Concrete. Stableford Medley’s are scheduled for Sunday, 4 and Monday, 5 October, with daylight saving commencing on Sunday.

Keep in touch on Facebook: forbesgolfcourse, Instagram: forbesgolf2871, or online at www.forbesgolf.org.au

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Netball News

September 25, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

The competitions will not be played during the school holidays, for the two weeks. There is still time however, for a mixed team to enter and take up the bye in that competition. Anyone who would like to play, or teams looking for players should email Secretary Mon at secretary.forbesnetball@gmail.com.

All players competition levies should be paid in cash at the office, the cost is $50 per player for the first competition and $40 per player for the second competition. The registration to Netball NSW must be paid online and can be paid during the school holidays.

Players not fully registered with Netball NSW will not be allowed on the court when the games return after the school holidays. All players are reminded that they must sign in when entering the netball courts, which is on the left-hand side of the office.

Exiting is between the skate park and the toilet block. This is in line with the FNA COVID-19 Safety Plan and all restrictions in the Plan must be carried out.

A full list of guidelines can be found on the FNA Facebook page or visit Netball NSW under COVID-19.

Family Success In Golf

September 25, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

Phil Maher concentrates on his tee shot to begin his round.

The Saturday competition was an 18-Hole 4BBB Stableford Multiplier event, sponsored by the Forbes Tuesday Golfers.

The overall winners were the family pairing of Anthony and Lachlan Alley, with a score of 84, built upon consistent scoring. The runners-up were Matt Duff and Ted Morgan with a creditable 81 points.

The ball sweep went to 66 points: 80 – H Callaghan and Baxter, 78 – Slack-Smith and R Scott, 77 – Cutler and Hooper, 75 – R Grayson and S Betland, 72 B Everest and Maher, 70 – D Earl and S Uphill, 68 – Rees and R Williams, 67 – G Nicholson and P Duke, Falvey and T Duncan, 66 – M Flannery and S French, J Daley and D Maling, and Carpenter and N McMillan.

The Sunday Stableford Medley had a good field which included a group of visiting golfers however, a deluge of rain during the middle of the day resulted in a few cards being washed out.

The winner was Julie Hurkett with 39 points, only just ahead of runner-up Rob Webb with 38 points.

We are pleased to hear that Head Pro Adam Demidjuk and wife Ainsley now have a baby girl, Bobbie, who was born during the early hours of Sunday, 20 September. Mum and baby are doing well, needless to say Adam is very thrilled to have a princess.

Unfortunately, the Rotary Charity Day scheduled for Sunday, 27 September has been postponed until sometime in early 2021. Planning for the Forbes Nissan Classic on 14-15 November continues, with the expectation that this will be conducted as a Local/Regional event only.

Get your nominations in for the upcoming Committee elections. It is important that members continue to contribute to the Club.

Saturday, 26 September is an 18-Hole, 4-Ball Ambrose Medley, sponsored by Alby Callaghan. Sunday, 20 September has a Stableford Medley.

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Croquet Catch-up

September 25, 2020 by Maggi Barnard

GOLF CROQUET
Thirty-three players took to the courts on Tuesday, 15 September. It was the best Tuesday morning, weather-wise, since before winter. At this stage, the all-weather shelter looks like it will happen. To take shelter from the hot sun in summer, and the cold breeze in winter will be a god send.

Five players won three games on the day, they were Geoff Coles, Bruce Field, Joan Littlejohn, Bill Scott and Barry White. Congratulations go to Bruce Field as it has been some time since he has achieved this.

The closest scores on the day were:
• Mal Smith, Jeff Liebich 7, defeated Neville Spry, Merv Langfield 6.
• Alec Todd, Mary Hodges 7, defeated Lorraine Todd, John Browne 6.
• Barry White 8, defeated John Allegri 5.
• Bill Scott, Mal Smith 7, defeated Lyn Simmonds, John Farah 6.
• Bruce and Lorna Field 7, defeated Tony Thomson, Robin Pols 6.
• Ray Burridge, Neville Spry 7, defeated Denny Smith, Lorraine Todd 6.
• Marie Spry, John Allegri 7, defeated Bob Murray, Libby Smart 6.
• Robin Pols, Bill Scott 7, defeated John Farah, Sandy Hepburn 5.
• Bruce Field, Geoff Coles 7, defeated Sandy Hepburn, Robin Pols 6.
• Kevin Rubie, Mary Hodges 7, defeated John Browne, Merv Langfield 6.

AUSSIE CROQUET
Twenty-six players were on the courts on Saturday. The only player to win three matches was Sandy Hepburn. Well done Sandy.

The closest games on the day were:
• Judy Ellis and Merv Langfield 14, defeated Barry White and Geoff Coles 11.
• Bill Scott and Joan Littlejohn 14, defeated Colleen Liebich and Jill Rubie 11.
• Bob Murray and Sandy Hepburn 14, defeated Lorna Field and Lyn Simmonds 11.
• Tony Thomson and Marie Spry 14, defeated Neville Spry and John Job 11.
• Bill Scott and Joan Littlejohn 14, defeated Robin Pols and BarryWhite 12.
• Elvy Quirk, Dorelle Scott 14, defeated Geoff Coles, Jill Rubie 12.
• Jeff Liebich, Neville Spry 14, defeated Lorraine Todd, Joan Littlejohn 12.
• Judy Ellis, Lyn Simmonds 14, defeated Colleen Liebich, Marie Spry 13.
• Kevin Rubie, Tony Thomson 14, defeated Ray Burridge, John Browne 11.
• Bob Murray, Merv Langfield 14, defeated John Allegri, John MacCullagh 11.

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