Despite the blustery conditions, 22 players battled it out! It was lovely to see Malcolm and Shelley playing and also Shelley’s sister Wendy. Winner was Mark (4W +21), second was Diana ((4W +20) and third was Gary (3W +15). Strongest player was Gerry (1W -21) – although as he had left by then, Sue collected on his behalf.
A big thank you to Lois and Marion for running the kitchen and to everyone who helped with the organisation including Shelley for presenting the prizes.
A hardy 10 turned out to play despite the wind and rain! Joint winners were Jackie Lee and Terry Rixon (3W +16), 3rd was Paula Fauvel (3w +15). Strongest player Gerry Mac (1W -31). First (and only) Fanny – Paul Hayward and Gerry Mac.
A big thanks to Sue and Julie for the catering.
Despite Saturday’s heavy rain, 28 turned out for this year’s melee, including four players from Worthing and three from Kirdford. A few short showers failed to dampen the enthusiasm!
The winner was Paula with 3 wins +20, second Paul Hayward with 2 1/2 wins +17 and third was Julie 2 1/2 wins +14. Strongest Player was Malcolm Berrett (Wothring) 0 wins -29. Malcolm and Keith (Soft Boules group) had the first (and only) fannies in the second round. Prizes also awarded for best costumes – jointly to Gary and Bob Bish and best hat, David Kilshaw.
Thanks to Lois and Marion (and various helpers – Gary, Sue, Amber and Paula) for the kitchen and Sheila for the raffle.
The Christmas Melee will be held on 16th December starting a 10 am. Entry is £5 per head which includes a light lunch. Prizes for top three players, strongest player, first fanny and best Christmas jumper/outfit. Please bring along raffle prizes. Entries to competitions@farehampetanqueclub.org.uk or call Chris on 07713 429217.
In the lovely Autumn sunshine team Fareham successfully defended the Mayor’s Cup. All three triples performed outstandingly with Sue Mac, Mike Sheppard and Robert Cleaver winning four our of a possible 6 games. Paula, Carrie and Chris racked up five wins out of six but the stars were David Kilshaw, David Mayer and Gerry Mac who won all six games, finishing with an epic 13-12 win in the last game under flood lights. Overall Fareham won 15 out of a possible 18 games. Well done everyone.
Chris
An excellent showing in this year’s SCPA Secretaries’ Cup! Daena, Sue and Mark got to the Plate Consolage final however The Minions (Carrie, Dave and Chris) were runners up in the Main final loosing to Beacon View. A very long but enjoyable day.
