On Sunday July 31, 16 players (7 from Port Hacking Club and 9 from Sutherland Club) met for an Introduction to Ricochet workshop especially tailored for GC players. Special Presenters were Roberta Flint and Charles Britton from Marrickville Croquet Club.
It was a chilly morning, so everyone was happy to start the workshop in the clubhouse, where Charles explained the similarities and the differences between GC and RC. Then it was time to move to the lawns for an exercise that focussed on the "gift" opening. (see photo) Everyone warmed up again inside with some morning tea and discussion about special features of a Ricochet court and the "flow" of the game. Then it was back outside (where it was still overcast and cold) and groups of four players played a few turns of a doubles Ricochet game from balls specially placed to facilitate roquets and/or hoop running. During the closing indoors session of the workshop, the sun finally broke through the clouds.
Players had been invited to bring their lunch and play on into the afternoon. Most players took up this offer and, during a very pleasant sunny afternoon, enjoyed their first full game of Ricochet.
Regular Tuesday morning Ricochet playing sessions will start at PHCC on September 6. All interested players are welcome.
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Friends of Callala visit Nowra
On Friday July 22nd 2016 14 members of the friends of Callala enjoyed a morning of golf croquet at Nowra Croquet club. The visitors were welcomed to the club by club members Ann and Wayne Worrall, Graeme Lovell, Wendy Wade and Margaret Sawers. There was a lot of laughter and friendly banter as players learned basics and were taught the tactics of this great game. Margaret Sawers |
 L-R: Howard Duncan, John Wright, Allan McLennan, Jan Wright, Bill Price, Ann Worrall, Barb Price, Sue Castle, Graeme Lovell, Margaret Duncan, Lorraine Taylor, Wayne Worrall, Gail Barker and Bruce Barker. |
 A happy group ready for a game |
 Club member Ann Worrall with some intense players |
 "Playing or yarning" Club members, President Wendy Wade, and Wayne Worrall |
 A nice winters day for Croquet |
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Nowra hosts Inaugural NSW Ricochet Carnival
On Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th July, under wintery conditions eighteen players from Port Hacking, Killara, Marrickville, Sutherland, Mt.Sugarloaf,Nelson Bay and Nowra contested the doubles event .The winners being late replacements David Hanbidge and Judith Ramadge of Nowra and runners up Roberta Flint and Charles Britton of Marrickville, President of CNSW Tony McArthur also complemented Nowra Club Captain, Margaret Sawers and the club on its achievement. Bob Williamson of Nowra entertained players by singing "Nice folks who play a nasty game called croquet!" (all photos will be available at nowracroquetclub.com) |
 Winners David Hanbidge, Club Captain Margaret Sawers and Judith Ramadge all of Nowra |
 Roberta Flint and Charles Britton runners up from Marrickville with Margaret Sawers |
 A big thank you to Nowra from CNSW President Tony McArthur |
WooHoo,
Lake Macquarie City Council on 23rd May 2016 adopted the Glendale Sec94 Contributions Plan for community facilities and included in the proposals is a top class 6 lawn Croquet Centre with an amenities block, fencing, drainage, watering system, lighting, parking and a large open area for picnics and gazebos.
A small group from both Toronto Croquet Club and Macquarie City Croquet Club were given the opportunity to view the concept plan, make comment and discuss the project. All were impressed with the proposal.
Funding is expected to be in the region of $2.5 million.
The land is located very close to Cockle Creek Railway Station and is serviced by regular bus routes. With on-site parking, there is easy access from the Freeway from Sydney and from both the north and west.
It is anticipated that filling of the site to final levels could take up to 18 months with an expected start of January 2017.
Croquet players from the Lake Macquarie area are excited. WooHoo.
Allan Graham
Vice President, Toronto.
On Saturday, 7th May under perfect autumn weather, the club held its inaugural W.C.D. at their courts at Bomaderry. Over fifty members of the public, were shown how to play the game of golf croquet and well as mallet skills.
During the day, there was a plant sale, raffle and a sausage sizzle. Toward the end of the day, visitors were also entertained by NuKem a local ukelele group. Some of the visitors indicated their interest in becoming members.
As a result of the day, some $600.00 was raised for the proposed additional courts, which are required to meet the ongoing demand by the Shoalhaven Community to participate in the sport of croquet.
Further photos can be viewed at nowracroquetclub.com
Bob Williamson
Publicity
 Ian Mackie, Pat Mackie, Don Sawers, watched by Ross Thomnson |
 Alan Rober, Allan McLennan Bruce Barker and David Turvey shoot for the pipe |
 Diana Medcalf, David Knott, Glyn Williams, Judith French congratulations after the game |
 Pat Poynter, watches Lawrence Hinwood, being successful at skittles |
 Cora Jones, Marie Dillon, Keith Jones watch Larry Becroft |
 NuKem, ukelele band entertaining. |
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Toronto celebrates World Croquet Day
We played Association, Golf and Ricochet from 8 a.m. to 3.30 p.m. The Association players showed the golfers how to play their game. We all enjoyed the celebration cake at morning tea time. A great time was had by all. Especially Margaret Newberry who won the Toronto Workers' Club dinner voucher. |
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