Carolyn Tuthill reports:
A fantastic day for our Charity on 1st October, 29o+ Sun shines on the righteous! Good turnout of members, those unable to attend also contributed prizes for the raffle and bring & buy. Sonia and Valerie had been busy baking and produced three cakes which were offered at £1 a slice to go with morning coffee - this was a great success and brought in over £20!
Linda & Karl and the bar staff bought raffle tickets and cakes to help swell the coffers.
The melee, for which all had contributed £1 to play in, was won by Sonia Lee with a cracking +23, joint runners up just behind her were Benny Goodman and Bob Webster, a booby prize was produced from the raffle (!) and presented to Ingrid Richards who managed a spectacular minus score!!
I have now counted out all the pennies, pounds etc.(don't know quite what to do with Peter's dime!) and can report that we will be sending a cheque to
Chestnut Tree House Hospice for Children, for the sum of £160.00
Many thanks to all who contibuted - I think the Charity day makes us all feel how fortunate we are. Please give some thought as to which Charity you would like us to support next year.
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Sunday, 2 October 2011
Monday, 26 September 2011
Sociaboules at Handcross Sun, 25 Sep 2011
Carolyn Tuthill reports:
Mike, Christine, Carolyn and Sonia attended the Sociaboules at Handcross today - an excellent day of Boules over the course of the morning and afternoon. The only blip was that the local pub had closed down and the nearest one was unable to accomodate us for lunch. We, therefore, ended up buying sandwiches from the local Spar Shop! Never mind - all part of life's rich pattern - we didn't win any prizes either, except three in the raffle - all the more reason to have a Charity Day raffle!
Mike, Christine, Carolyn and Sonia attended the Sociaboules at Handcross today - an excellent day of Boules over the course of the morning and afternoon. The only blip was that the local pub had closed down and the nearest one was unable to accomodate us for lunch. We, therefore, ended up buying sandwiches from the local Spar Shop! Never mind - all part of life's rich pattern - we didn't win any prizes either, except three in the raffle - all the more reason to have a Charity Day raffle!
Sunday, 4 September 2011
NDPL ABC Wasps v Cranleigh Thurs 1 Sept
Peter Molsher reports:
Based on the 4-5 result of our away match we had expectations of turning the tables at home. In the event they were not realised and with Cranleigh in better form and one or two ‘rub of the green ‘shots going against at crucial points we lost 2-7
Despite the result being determined after two games the best performances in the third came very close to cutting the deficit with Jean and Derek (13-6), John and Bobby (10-12), Muriel and Christopher (11-13) all producing their best performance
Based on the 4-5 result of our away match we had expectations of turning the tables at home. In the event they were not realised and with Cranleigh in better form and one or two ‘rub of the green ‘shots going against at crucial points we lost 2-7
Despite the result being determined after two games the best performances in the third came very close to cutting the deficit with Jean and Derek (13-6), John and Bobby (10-12), Muriel and Christopher (11-13) all producing their best performance
Friday, 19 August 2011
A B C Hornets
David Lipman reports:
Two very interesting games this week both at Oxshott.
We once again met our old enemies the Oxshott Otters at their venue and played the usual game of marbles on their dry and dusty terrain. Regretably we lost 7-2. However, on the bright side, we had gained valuable experience on playing this sort of game for our match on Thursday against the Claygate Bedouins.
Zut Alors, On Thursday it rained, turning the dust bowl into a mud bath! But your Hornets rose to the occasion and managed to win the match 6-3 against a very tough but very pleasant group of 8 players.
Two very interesting games this week both at Oxshott.
We once again met our old enemies the Oxshott Otters at their venue and played the usual game of marbles on their dry and dusty terrain. Regretably we lost 7-2. However, on the bright side, we had gained valuable experience on playing this sort of game for our match on Thursday against the Claygate Bedouins.
Zut Alors, On Thursday it rained, turning the dust bowl into a mud bath! But your Hornets rose to the occasion and managed to win the match 6-3 against a very tough but very pleasant group of 8 players.
Tuesday, 16 August 2011
NDPL ABC Wasps v Oxshott Hotshots Mon 15 August, 7.30pm
Alex Myles reports:
At the start on our home ground, Peter and Muriel put down a marker by winning 13-8. Both the Bonhams. and Jean Vanstone and I, failed to respond. We lost 13-7, despite having been 7-0 up after 3 ends, and Derek and Jean had " the worst game we have ever played " to lose 13-1. In the next round, Derek and Jean recovered to win 13-6 and Jean and I won 13-9. Peter and Chris lost 13-4 so that we were now at 3 games all. I thought that we might be in with a chance and was pleasantly surprised when we won all the next 3, Derek and Jean and Jean and I both winning 13-3 and Chris and Muriel winning 13-7, to win the match by 6 games to 3.
A splendid team effort, I reckon. Thanks to you all.
At the start on our home ground, Peter and Muriel put down a marker by winning 13-8. Both the Bonhams. and Jean Vanstone and I, failed to respond. We lost 13-7, despite having been 7-0 up after 3 ends, and Derek and Jean had " the worst game we have ever played " to lose 13-1. In the next round, Derek and Jean recovered to win 13-6 and Jean and I won 13-9. Peter and Chris lost 13-4 so that we were now at 3 games all. I thought that we might be in with a chance and was pleasantly surprised when we won all the next 3, Derek and Jean and Jean and I both winning 13-3 and Chris and Muriel winning 13-7, to win the match by 6 games to 3.
A splendid team effort, I reckon. Thanks to you all.
NDPL ABC Wasps v Cranleigh Thu 4 August, 7.30pm
Alex Myles reports:
A Near Miss. I thought, at one point, that we were going to beat them on their home ground !!
At the end of the second group of games we were leading 4 -2.
Jean Vanstone and I had won 2 ( one of which was 13-0 ).
John Sylvester and Bobby, and the Molshers, had also each won 1.
I was sure that we could pick up one more to win, but it was not to be.
Cranleigh won all the last three games.
As I expected, Jean and I were well beaten by Jeff and his partner, who then had 3 wins.
John and Bobby also lost.
Peter and Muriel were initially well ahead but ran out steam, under the floodlights, to lose 13-11.
The final result was therefore Cranleigh 5 Wasps 4. Quel dommage !!
A Near Miss. I thought, at one point, that we were going to beat them on their home ground !!
At the end of the second group of games we were leading 4 -2.
Jean Vanstone and I had won 2 ( one of which was 13-0 ).
John Sylvester and Bobby, and the Molshers, had also each won 1.
I was sure that we could pick up one more to win, but it was not to be.
Cranleigh won all the last three games.
As I expected, Jean and I were well beaten by Jeff and his partner, who then had 3 wins.
John and Bobby also lost.
Peter and Muriel were initially well ahead but ran out steam, under the floodlights, to lose 13-11.
The final result was therefore Cranleigh 5 Wasps 4. Quel dommage !!
Saturday, 13 August 2011
Osborne Trophy 2011
The Winner - Mavis Rauch
with the Runners-Up
Carolyn Tuthill reports:
Saturday 13th August 2011 - a reasonably bright day for the Osborne Trophy.
This trophy is played for annually in memory of Rodney Osborne, past
Chairman of the Club. We had a very good turnout of members playing
doubles on all seven pistes, the result at the end of the three game
individual melee was a resounding win for Mavis Rauch with a magnificant
score of 3 wins - +30, runner up with another very good score of 3 wins -
+25 was Marie Helene Lopez. Only two others had 3 wins - third was
Christine Kateley and fourth, Tony Fox. All received a bottle of wine. We
were very pleased to have Sharmoine Osborne with us to present Mavis with
the trophy which will be duly engraved and given to her to keep for the
coming year. This completes our club internal competitions for this year.
Congratulations to all the worthy winners of the silverware - take good care
of it!! Carolyn
Sunday, 10 July 2011
NDPL ABC Wasps v Crondall Tigers Thu 23 June
Alex Myles reports:
Apologies for a belated report of this match which Wasps played at Crondall..
If anything, the Tigers team was stronger than the team they fielded when we played them at Kirdford and the scoreline was identical, Tigers won 7 games to 2.
Paul and Melanie, whom I had co-opted because of regular player unavailability ( many thanks to them ) won 1 game, as did Jean Green and Glynn. Jill and I had the doubtful pleasure of being "The Weakest Link" by losing all our 3 games.
In total, Wasps have now won 1 match and lost 5, with 4 still to be played. We still hope to win some of these.
Apologies for a belated report of this match which Wasps played at Crondall..
If anything, the Tigers team was stronger than the team they fielded when we played them at Kirdford and the scoreline was identical, Tigers won 7 games to 2.
Paul and Melanie, whom I had co-opted because of regular player unavailability ( many thanks to them ) won 1 game, as did Jean Green and Glynn. Jill and I had the doubtful pleasure of being "The Weakest Link" by losing all our 3 games.
In total, Wasps have now won 1 match and lost 5, with 4 still to be played. We still hope to win some of these.
Betty's Plate - 9th July 2011
The Winner - Paul Roberts
The RunnerUp - Sue Ross
Carolyn Tuthill reports:
A wonderful turnout (over 30) for this most coveted prize! Despite the rain over the last few days, we were lucky to play the three game melee in reasonable weather.
We were very pleased to have Kath Stebbing with us to award the Plate, which she had put up in memory of her friend and long time companion Betty Mader who many of us remember fondly.
It was nice to see our former Chairman, Joan Dyas and Dan again, along with Sue Ross who now also play for Cranleigh Petanque Club.
After the play was over we had only 4 people with 3 wins! Fourth was Mavis Rauch + 11, third was Bobby Newberry +13, runner up was Sue Ross +20 and the overall winner with a score of +24 was another former Chairman, Paul Roberts!
Well done to all those who took part in making this a most successful day.
Next Club competition is the Osborne Trophy on August 13th (note change of date from 6th). Details nearer the time.
Monday, 4 July 2011
Le Touquet TAC visit ABC Kirdford - 2nd July 2011
Ian Fox reports:
ABC entertained the President of Le Touquet TAC and four of his members on Saturday 2nd July.
This boules event completed the first cycle of meetings between our two clubs.
We played a number of mixed melees in the afternoon and then took our visitors on a short tour of Arundel returning with 20 of us having dinner at the Foresters.
The photographs say more than I need to, sufficient to say the day was declared a success in every way and I hope sets the scene for similar events in the future.
I will take this opportunity of thanking all who took part in the meeting and of course the dinner for their help, especially Marie Helene who since March and our initial visit to Le Touquet has been master minding communications and hotel bookings with me.
ABC entertained the President of Le Touquet TAC and four of his members on Saturday 2nd July.
This boules event completed the first cycle of meetings between our two clubs.
We played a number of mixed melees in the afternoon and then took our visitors on a short tour of Arundel returning with 20 of us having dinner at the Foresters.
The photographs say more than I need to, sufficient to say the day was declared a success in every way and I hope sets the scene for similar events in the future.
I will take this opportunity of thanking all who took part in the meeting and of course the dinner for their help, especially Marie Helene who since March and our initial visit to Le Touquet has been master minding communications and hotel bookings with me.
Sunday, 3 July 2011
Les Girls in France - 14 to 24 June 2011
Carolyn Tuthill reports:
Just read the definition of a ‘Blog’ as a diary of events which may be of interest to the reader!! So here goes!
This is a report on the recent visit to Valras Plage by six of our members to take part in the BBC 14 – that is ABC – 6 take on British Boule Challenge 14! (All that means is that it is the 14th year that this competition has been held! Our Club has been represented by a varying number of members over the last four years.
This year Sue Ross, Ingrid Richards and myself, Carolyn Tuthill were once again ably driven to Gatwick by Tony Riches in his usual chauffeur’s cap where we met up with Bobby Newberry at check in before repairing to Café Rouge for a good breakfast as we knew that we would not eat again until much later that evening. We were joined by Sonia Lee and our virgin competitor, Bob Webster who admitted to being full of trepidation! Whether this was about the play or being accompanied by 5 women only he can tell!
On arrival at Montpellier we were met by our favourite driver’s dad who took us on to Valras via the local Hypermarket to buy essentials for our stay.
We were warmly greeted by John & Janet Price who run the event and our old friend Daniel who looks forward to our visit from one year to the next! John & Janet put on a sumptuous feast for us in the evening and outlined the events of the next ten days. We were very pleased to see lots of folks whom we had met on previous visits, some of them known to members of the Club as they play in Southern Region. The temperature was 29o which was a little warmer than the chilly 15o we had left at Gatwick!
Wed. 15th June: Bob joined Sonia & me for breakfast after which we walked to a nearby campsite with a larger shop to buy all the things we had forgotten in the Supermarket sweep the previous day. Bobby accompanied us and Sonia insisted she, Bobby, buy a sunhat as we were off to Portiragnes that afternoon where we were told there would be no shade. Back to the ranch for lunch before departing by coach for our many games in the sun, this time driven by Renaud who is our all time favourite driver! As always, we were warmly welcomed by the French with whom we played in triples for the rest of the afternoon and into the evening. We then all congregated in the village hall where the Mayor was waiting to greet us! After the formalities and the obligatory singing of our National Anthems we enjoyed a very nice meal prepared for us by the locals. As the evening progressed things became a bit more riotous! A line of 10 or 12 men sat on the floor as if rowing a boat and invited anyone to be passed over their heads – it may come as no surprise to many of you when I tell you that one of the first volunteers was Sonia – what a scream – photo’s are available for all to see and can be purchased from the hon. Sec! The caption reads – “I’m Sonia – fly me”! She said she did it for the good of the Club!! (Ask Bobby to see the video footage on her camera!)
Thursday 16th June – Actually managed to drag ourselves off for a swim in the pool early this morning and whilst still attired in swim suits, walked to the beach and had another dip in the Med which was freezing! Stayed at the campsite for a Melee with the whole group plus a few other campers who joined in. Fed ourselves this evening with pizza from the restaurant and played rummy cub until 11.30pm
Friday 17th June – off to Valras Market this morning where we bought loads of fruit, salad, cheese etc. before having a drink in a local bar. This afternoon off to Serignan where we always have a good time. I was partnered with Bob and a Frenchman called H’ero! We played well together and actually managed to reach the semi finals of the Main Competition. As always, visits to the loo in this place are interesting. Two ladies with us for the first time, only just made it out of the nearest public loo before the Municipal Police came to lock it up! From then on it was a longer walk to the nearby park and a hole in the ground with footprints!
Dinner was finally served on tables on the piste – paella and lots of wine. This time Sonia posed for photos in a reclining position for Daniel who she is now convinced will have thousands of them on his walls. He called her a “peen-up” – as before copies can be obtained from the hon Sec!
Saturday 18th June – As was the case last year, over 100 people (including all of us) turned up to play in our melee. I was delighted to finish at least with a plus score, but none of us made it into the final. Ingrid was fannied but so far has not been awarded the dreaded “fanny” medal! Sonia had it the other day, but fortunately she was able to pass it on P.D.Q. Later we were joined by many of the locals who had taken part for a presentation dinner in the camp restaurant.
Sunday 19th June – Off this morning on a super double decker bus to Carcassonne. First calling a Bezier to marvel at the nine locks on the Canal du Midi. Ingrid & I were of the top deck in the front seat and thought that Renaud was going to have us in the Midi! But we need not have worried, his driving skills were as sharp as ever. Pity about his reading the fuel gauge skill! After a most interesting visit to this famous old city we were to meet up with Renaud at 3.30 to be taken to the village of Millais. However at the appointed hour Renaud came along most flustered and said he would have to go for fuel, his gauge appeared to be faulty. Trying to find a garage open that would accommodate his high vehicle proved quite difficult and it was almost 5pm when we left Carcassonne! However we still made it to the little village of Millais where we parked up and Renaud gave us an excellent potted history and guided us through the little town which is set high up in the hills between Carcassonne and Bezier. This resulted in us not returning to the campsite until 8.20pm where a BBQ had been arranged by our old friends Mike and Mary Shepherd From The Limes. We quickly got our meat out of the fridge and rushed down to get it on the BBQ before all the others! Our Turkey kebabs and sausages were expertly cooked for us by Rick, one of four men who came together from Shedfield for the first time, he just happened to be a chef – how good is that – and they were delicious! We had to leave Mary & Mike at 10pm in consideration of children asleep nearby – we can’t be trusted to be quiet! So retired to our Chalet and played rummy cub till almost midnight!
Monday 20th June – Up early again, we are usually on our “balaconny” by 7.30am taking a leisurely cup of tea before getting the coffee on for Bob! We had a date with Daniel at the bar at 11am when he was to show us a selection of photos which he has taken so far – he has promised to give me the memory stick so they can be seen on the blog - here we will have to trust Peter’s discretion! Daniel is a Frenchman who we first met when we went to BBC 11 – 4 years ago. He has been a good friend to us and it was he who presented us with the wooden boule plaque in the pub. He specially asked to be remembered to all who know him especially Benny & Margaretha.
This afternoon we are off to Lespignan – very exciting boule, triples - 2 of us plus 1 frenchman. Sonia, Derek (the Limes, I think!) and Roger, our Frenchman against Sue Ross, Jed, again from the Limes and un autre. Sue’s team were 9-0 up in the final when at last Sonia’s team gained a point and control of the coche – fortunes reversed and Sonia’s team won 13-9! We then all departed for our evening repast, again in the grounds of a derelict Manor House which we all covet! Unfortunately we were not the only ones having a feast and many folks were sporting insect bites next day, including yours truly! The presentation took place and Sonia came away with a large cup, which on closer inspection we found to be a rugby trophy! Oh, Bob was fannied and is now wearing the medal to prove it!!
Tuesday 21st June – Visited a local market this morning – not as big as Valras, so we couldn’t get lost. After lunch, Sonia & I teamed up for the doubles competition held at the campsite. Unfortunately, we were pooled with some good players and apart from a victory over Bob & Bobby (known as the Florins – 2Bob!) We didn’t do very well – not fannied though!! Ingrid & Sue, however, were top of their pool, but unfortunately they came up against the French couple who were the eventual winners. The presentation took place at the bar at 7.30pm where we were all given a free drink. Sonia & I entertained the others from ABC to our Camp speciality that evening – namely pizza from the bar followed by pairs rummy cub! A good time was had by all! I went to bed but Sonia & Sue went off to have a bop at the disco in the bar & came back just before a massive thunder storm broke – so they tell me, I heard nothing!
Wednesday 22nd June – Breakfasted inside today as it is raining with a few rumbles of thunder. We are hoping it will clear before we go off to play Valras – the local Club. Valras club now play at a campsite not too far from us, much better venue than last year. We played 4 games in mixed triples, most of us won 2 and lost 2 but Sonia, aka The Champion – won 3 and was then fannied! She is now sporting the fanny medal which she hopes to had on to someone playing in tomorrow’s singles competition. The weather has turned very stormy, we were lucky to play with no rain this afternoon and managed to eat outdoors later – a very nice meal with wine flowing as usual followed by dancing under the stars.
Thursday 23rd June – our last full day – another terrific storm overnight – fortunately the afternoon turned out beautiful. Bobby & I decided not to compete and instead went for a walk along the beach. Came back to find Sonia battling against a Frenchman in thje semi final which she was very unlucky to lost 11 – 13. The same Frenchman went on to beat his opponent in the final 13 – 2 ! So, well done Sonia! (She still has the fanny medal!)
Our last evening – a small reception held in the bar where John Price gave out lots of joke prizes to people who were singled out for special awards!! Including a giant dummy to Jim who had thrown a wobbly on one occasion! The reception was brought to an end by Jackie, who along with her husband, Danny, had written a brilliant ode picking out all the main events of our 10days and how the group had gelled together – she had everyone off to a tee. I hope to have a copy of this for future publication – so watch this space!
We ended our holiday with a meal together in the camp restaurant before retiring to bed and the packing!
Left Valras Plage at 1pm for our journey back to the airport. So sad to say goodbye to so many friends – we do not yet know if John Price will do it again next year. He always says this is the last one! Hopefully we will know later in July if he has decided. By the way, Sonia still has the fanny medal – she never did manage to pass it on!
Our flight was slightly late arriving at Gatwick and there was our trusty chauffeur waiting for us – we had expected a big banner with welcome home trusty boulists or something similar, but no and he wasn’t even wearing his cap!! Sue Ingrid & I went to ASK for a pasta meal to bring our holiday to an end.
ONCE AGAIN – WE HAD A BRILLIANT TIME!!!
Just read the definition of a ‘Blog’ as a diary of events which may be of interest to the reader!! So here goes!
This is a report on the recent visit to Valras Plage by six of our members to take part in the BBC 14 – that is ABC – 6 take on British Boule Challenge 14! (All that means is that it is the 14th year that this competition has been held! Our Club has been represented by a varying number of members over the last four years.
This year Sue Ross, Ingrid Richards and myself, Carolyn Tuthill were once again ably driven to Gatwick by Tony Riches in his usual chauffeur’s cap where we met up with Bobby Newberry at check in before repairing to Café Rouge for a good breakfast as we knew that we would not eat again until much later that evening. We were joined by Sonia Lee and our virgin competitor, Bob Webster who admitted to being full of trepidation! Whether this was about the play or being accompanied by 5 women only he can tell!
On arrival at Montpellier we were met by our favourite driver’s dad who took us on to Valras via the local Hypermarket to buy essentials for our stay.
We were warmly greeted by John & Janet Price who run the event and our old friend Daniel who looks forward to our visit from one year to the next! John & Janet put on a sumptuous feast for us in the evening and outlined the events of the next ten days. We were very pleased to see lots of folks whom we had met on previous visits, some of them known to members of the Club as they play in Southern Region. The temperature was 29o which was a little warmer than the chilly 15o we had left at Gatwick!
Wed. 15th June: Bob joined Sonia & me for breakfast after which we walked to a nearby campsite with a larger shop to buy all the things we had forgotten in the Supermarket sweep the previous day. Bobby accompanied us and Sonia insisted she, Bobby, buy a sunhat as we were off to Portiragnes that afternoon where we were told there would be no shade. Back to the ranch for lunch before departing by coach for our many games in the sun, this time driven by Renaud who is our all time favourite driver! As always, we were warmly welcomed by the French with whom we played in triples for the rest of the afternoon and into the evening. We then all congregated in the village hall where the Mayor was waiting to greet us! After the formalities and the obligatory singing of our National Anthems we enjoyed a very nice meal prepared for us by the locals. As the evening progressed things became a bit more riotous! A line of 10 or 12 men sat on the floor as if rowing a boat and invited anyone to be passed over their heads – it may come as no surprise to many of you when I tell you that one of the first volunteers was Sonia – what a scream – photo’s are available for all to see and can be purchased from the hon. Sec! The caption reads – “I’m Sonia – fly me”! She said she did it for the good of the Club!! (Ask Bobby to see the video footage on her camera!)
Thursday 16th June – Actually managed to drag ourselves off for a swim in the pool early this morning and whilst still attired in swim suits, walked to the beach and had another dip in the Med which was freezing! Stayed at the campsite for a Melee with the whole group plus a few other campers who joined in. Fed ourselves this evening with pizza from the restaurant and played rummy cub until 11.30pm
Friday 17th June – off to Valras Market this morning where we bought loads of fruit, salad, cheese etc. before having a drink in a local bar. This afternoon off to Serignan where we always have a good time. I was partnered with Bob and a Frenchman called H’ero! We played well together and actually managed to reach the semi finals of the Main Competition. As always, visits to the loo in this place are interesting. Two ladies with us for the first time, only just made it out of the nearest public loo before the Municipal Police came to lock it up! From then on it was a longer walk to the nearby park and a hole in the ground with footprints!
Dinner was finally served on tables on the piste – paella and lots of wine. This time Sonia posed for photos in a reclining position for Daniel who she is now convinced will have thousands of them on his walls. He called her a “peen-up” – as before copies can be obtained from the hon Sec!
Saturday 18th June – As was the case last year, over 100 people (including all of us) turned up to play in our melee. I was delighted to finish at least with a plus score, but none of us made it into the final. Ingrid was fannied but so far has not been awarded the dreaded “fanny” medal! Sonia had it the other day, but fortunately she was able to pass it on P.D.Q. Later we were joined by many of the locals who had taken part for a presentation dinner in the camp restaurant.
Sunday 19th June – Off this morning on a super double decker bus to Carcassonne. First calling a Bezier to marvel at the nine locks on the Canal du Midi. Ingrid & I were of the top deck in the front seat and thought that Renaud was going to have us in the Midi! But we need not have worried, his driving skills were as sharp as ever. Pity about his reading the fuel gauge skill! After a most interesting visit to this famous old city we were to meet up with Renaud at 3.30 to be taken to the village of Millais. However at the appointed hour Renaud came along most flustered and said he would have to go for fuel, his gauge appeared to be faulty. Trying to find a garage open that would accommodate his high vehicle proved quite difficult and it was almost 5pm when we left Carcassonne! However we still made it to the little village of Millais where we parked up and Renaud gave us an excellent potted history and guided us through the little town which is set high up in the hills between Carcassonne and Bezier. This resulted in us not returning to the campsite until 8.20pm where a BBQ had been arranged by our old friends Mike and Mary Shepherd From The Limes. We quickly got our meat out of the fridge and rushed down to get it on the BBQ before all the others! Our Turkey kebabs and sausages were expertly cooked for us by Rick, one of four men who came together from Shedfield for the first time, he just happened to be a chef – how good is that – and they were delicious! We had to leave Mary & Mike at 10pm in consideration of children asleep nearby – we can’t be trusted to be quiet! So retired to our Chalet and played rummy cub till almost midnight!
Monday 20th June – Up early again, we are usually on our “balaconny” by 7.30am taking a leisurely cup of tea before getting the coffee on for Bob! We had a date with Daniel at the bar at 11am when he was to show us a selection of photos which he has taken so far – he has promised to give me the memory stick so they can be seen on the blog - here we will have to trust Peter’s discretion! Daniel is a Frenchman who we first met when we went to BBC 11 – 4 years ago. He has been a good friend to us and it was he who presented us with the wooden boule plaque in the pub. He specially asked to be remembered to all who know him especially Benny & Margaretha.
This afternoon we are off to Lespignan – very exciting boule, triples - 2 of us plus 1 frenchman. Sonia, Derek (the Limes, I think!) and Roger, our Frenchman against Sue Ross, Jed, again from the Limes and un autre. Sue’s team were 9-0 up in the final when at last Sonia’s team gained a point and control of the coche – fortunes reversed and Sonia’s team won 13-9! We then all departed for our evening repast, again in the grounds of a derelict Manor House which we all covet! Unfortunately we were not the only ones having a feast and many folks were sporting insect bites next day, including yours truly! The presentation took place and Sonia came away with a large cup, which on closer inspection we found to be a rugby trophy! Oh, Bob was fannied and is now wearing the medal to prove it!!
Tuesday 21st June – Visited a local market this morning – not as big as Valras, so we couldn’t get lost. After lunch, Sonia & I teamed up for the doubles competition held at the campsite. Unfortunately, we were pooled with some good players and apart from a victory over Bob & Bobby (known as the Florins – 2Bob!) We didn’t do very well – not fannied though!! Ingrid & Sue, however, were top of their pool, but unfortunately they came up against the French couple who were the eventual winners. The presentation took place at the bar at 7.30pm where we were all given a free drink. Sonia & I entertained the others from ABC to our Camp speciality that evening – namely pizza from the bar followed by pairs rummy cub! A good time was had by all! I went to bed but Sonia & Sue went off to have a bop at the disco in the bar & came back just before a massive thunder storm broke – so they tell me, I heard nothing!
Wednesday 22nd June – Breakfasted inside today as it is raining with a few rumbles of thunder. We are hoping it will clear before we go off to play Valras – the local Club. Valras club now play at a campsite not too far from us, much better venue than last year. We played 4 games in mixed triples, most of us won 2 and lost 2 but Sonia, aka The Champion – won 3 and was then fannied! She is now sporting the fanny medal which she hopes to had on to someone playing in tomorrow’s singles competition. The weather has turned very stormy, we were lucky to play with no rain this afternoon and managed to eat outdoors later – a very nice meal with wine flowing as usual followed by dancing under the stars.
Thursday 23rd June – our last full day – another terrific storm overnight – fortunately the afternoon turned out beautiful. Bobby & I decided not to compete and instead went for a walk along the beach. Came back to find Sonia battling against a Frenchman in thje semi final which she was very unlucky to lost 11 – 13. The same Frenchman went on to beat his opponent in the final 13 – 2 ! So, well done Sonia! (She still has the fanny medal!)
Our last evening – a small reception held in the bar where John Price gave out lots of joke prizes to people who were singled out for special awards!! Including a giant dummy to Jim who had thrown a wobbly on one occasion! The reception was brought to an end by Jackie, who along with her husband, Danny, had written a brilliant ode picking out all the main events of our 10days and how the group had gelled together – she had everyone off to a tee. I hope to have a copy of this for future publication – so watch this space!
We ended our holiday with a meal together in the camp restaurant before retiring to bed and the packing!
Left Valras Plage at 1pm for our journey back to the airport. So sad to say goodbye to so many friends – we do not yet know if John Price will do it again next year. He always says this is the last one! Hopefully we will know later in July if he has decided. By the way, Sonia still has the fanny medal – she never did manage to pass it on!
Our flight was slightly late arriving at Gatwick and there was our trusty chauffeur waiting for us – we had expected a big banner with welcome home trusty boulists or something similar, but no and he wasn’t even wearing his cap!! Sue Ingrid & I went to ASK for a pasta meal to bring our holiday to an end.
ONCE AGAIN – WE HAD A BRILLIANT TIME!!!
Saturday, 25 June 2011
Anniversay Cup 2011 - 25 June
THE WINNERS
THE RUNNERS UPMike Kateley reports:
ANNIVERSARY CUP 2011- The event took place at Kirdford on Saturday 25th June. Fourteen teams of two competed in this three game competition, each team having its unique team name. The winning team (D'Aziels) David & Hazel with three wins and plus 21points closely followed by (The Flying Fox's) Ian & Margaret Fox and (What a Pair) Paul & Melaine Roberts both with three wins and plus 20 points. a very close battle.
It was a very appropriate date to play this competition as the club was founded in the month of June in 1993.
Saturday, 4 June 2011
Southern Counties Results
Mike Kateley reports:
Your Southern Counties team, the Wasps, recorded another outstanding victory this afternoon (4th June) winning against the Southampton Pilgrims by 5 games to ZERO (2 x triples and 3 x doubles).
Ian and Sonia won their doubles game with a FANNY!
The team was Mike & Christine, Sonia, Marie Helene, Chris Molsher and Ian. The team very much appreciated the supporters who stayed on and enjoy our games.
Your Southern Counties team, the Wasps, recorded another outstanding victory this afternoon (4th June) winning against the Southampton Pilgrims by 5 games to ZERO (2 x triples and 3 x doubles).
Ian and Sonia won their doubles game with a FANNY!
The team was Mike & Christine, Sonia, Marie Helene, Chris Molsher and Ian. The team very much appreciated the supporters who stayed on and enjoy our games.
Friday, 3 June 2011
NDPL ABC Wasps v Crondall Panthers Thu 2 June
Alex Myles reports:
A disappointing result in the match played at Kirdford in beautiful weather on Thursday afternoon. The Panthers got their revenge for their previous 5-4 home defeat by us, by winning 6 games to 3.
I had been outmanoeuvred, before we even started to play, by Crondall’s Captain, Beryl. On this occasion, two of their previously weaker team members were substituted by much stronger players. I however fielded what was a totally different team, with the exception of one player. I hadn’t aimed at maximising strength, but had picked a team based primarily upon a desire to give all members of our squad (who are all both enthusiastic and competitive in spirit) an equal number of games - allowing for declared availability.
The net result was that we were not strong enough to prevent Crondall getting their revenge.
Jean Green and Glynn Warren won one game for us, but Jill Myles and Margaret Fox sadly lost all three games. Jean Vanstone and I had managed to win two quick games straight off but then lost our third.
C’est la vie!
A disappointing result in the match played at Kirdford in beautiful weather on Thursday afternoon. The Panthers got their revenge for their previous 5-4 home defeat by us, by winning 6 games to 3.
I had been outmanoeuvred, before we even started to play, by Crondall’s Captain, Beryl. On this occasion, two of their previously weaker team members were substituted by much stronger players. I however fielded what was a totally different team, with the exception of one player. I hadn’t aimed at maximising strength, but had picked a team based primarily upon a desire to give all members of our squad (who are all both enthusiastic and competitive in spirit) an equal number of games - allowing for declared availability.
The net result was that we were not strong enough to prevent Crondall getting their revenge.
Jean Green and Glynn Warren won one game for us, but Jill Myles and Margaret Fox sadly lost all three games. Jean Vanstone and I had managed to win two quick games straight off but then lost our third.
C’est la vie!
Tuesday, 31 May 2011
NDPL ABC Bees v ABC Hornets Sat 28 May
Peter Rauch reports:
On Saturday 28 May at 2 p.m. ABC Bees were hosts to ABC Hornets for a North Downs League match at Kirdford. The Bees started well winning all 3 first round matches and at the end of the second round maintained a lead of 4 -2.
Stung by the Bees, the Hornets finally raised their game in the last round and pulled level at 4 all. The final result of the match went to the Hornets (5 - 4) in the last game where Sonia, with the score standing at 11 - 10 to the Bees, pulled three points with consummate skill from nowhere in the last shot of the match.
The teams: Bees - Tony R & Ingrid, Peter & Mavis, and Tony F & Barbara. Hornets - Mike & Christine, Ian & Carolyn, and Bob C & Sonia.
On Saturday 28 May at 2 p.m. ABC Bees were hosts to ABC Hornets for a North Downs League match at Kirdford. The Bees started well winning all 3 first round matches and at the end of the second round maintained a lead of 4 -2.
Stung by the Bees, the Hornets finally raised their game in the last round and pulled level at 4 all. The final result of the match went to the Hornets (5 - 4) in the last game where Sonia, with the score standing at 11 - 10 to the Bees, pulled three points with consummate skill from nowhere in the last shot of the match.
The teams: Bees - Tony R & Ingrid, Peter & Mavis, and Tony F & Barbara. Hornets - Mike & Christine, Ian & Carolyn, and Bob C & Sonia.
NDPL Crondal v ABC Hornets 27 May
Mike Kateley reports:
The Hornets, led by David Lipman, recorded an outstanding win against Crondal, North Downs League, this evening, by 8 games to 1. The team was David and Hazel, Ian and Sonia, Christine and Mike. This should take us to the top of the league.
The Hornets, led by David Lipman, recorded an outstanding win against Crondal, North Downs League, this evening, by 8 games to 1. The team was David and Hazel, Ian and Sonia, Christine and Mike. This should take us to the top of the league.
Wednesday, 25 May 2011
Southern Counties Result
Mike Kateley reports:
Your Southern Counties team (The Wasps) recorded another victory last evening (24th May) we won against the Ship Shapes away by 4 games to 1, the one game we lost went to 13/11. We have now won 3 of the the five games so far played and this win will move us to 2nd or 3rd position in the league. The Team was Mike, Christine Ian, Sonia David and Hazel
Your Southern Counties team (The Wasps) recorded another victory last evening (24th May) we won against the Ship Shapes away by 4 games to 1, the one game we lost went to 13/11. We have now won 3 of the the five games so far played and this win will move us to 2nd or 3rd position in the league. The Team was Mike, Christine Ian, Sonia David and Hazel
Tuesday, 24 May 2011
NDPL ABC Wasps v Crondal Tigers, Tue 17 May
Alex Myles reports:
The Wasps played Crondall Tigers at Kirdford on Tuesday 17 May. Although the score line was 2-7, the match was closely contested.
The two Jeans, Green and Vanstone, beat Crondall's third pair 13-5, and Jill and I beat the same pair 13-8. We both lost timed out games to their second pair, the two Jeans at 9-11 and Jill and I at 7-10. We both lost the games with their first pair.
The three Musketeers, Chris, John and Glynn, had a dramatic evening. In the first game, Chris and John reached 12 all. Chris had our last boule in hand and Crondall similarly had one. They were holding 1 on the ground with their boule about 2 inches from the coche, on a long end, and Chris to play. He did exactly what was required, with a perfect carreau to leave his boule the same 2 inches from the coche. We were convinced we had now won, but as luck and skill would have it, Crondall produced the identical shot to win 13-12 !!! John and Glynn lost the second game 7-13 and Glynn and Chris lost the last game 12-13, Their results could easily have been the other way.
The Tigers were a sporting bunch and we are looking forward to the return match and hope that we can then reverse the score.
The Wasps played Crondall Tigers at Kirdford on Tuesday 17 May. Although the score line was 2-7, the match was closely contested.
The two Jeans, Green and Vanstone, beat Crondall's third pair 13-5, and Jill and I beat the same pair 13-8. We both lost timed out games to their second pair, the two Jeans at 9-11 and Jill and I at 7-10. We both lost the games with their first pair.
The three Musketeers, Chris, John and Glynn, had a dramatic evening. In the first game, Chris and John reached 12 all. Chris had our last boule in hand and Crondall similarly had one. They were holding 1 on the ground with their boule about 2 inches from the coche, on a long end, and Chris to play. He did exactly what was required, with a perfect carreau to leave his boule the same 2 inches from the coche. We were convinced we had now won, but as luck and skill would have it, Crondall produced the identical shot to win 13-12 !!! John and Glynn lost the second game 7-13 and Glynn and Chris lost the last game 12-13, Their results could easily have been the other way.
The Tigers were a sporting bunch and we are looking forward to the return match and hope that we can then reverse the score.
Non-Club Events - Sun 22 May
The Foresesters, Kirdford v The Cricketers, Wisborough Green
Mavis Rauch reports:
THE RUSTY BOULE TROPHY 2011
At Karl's request the Club organised this inter-pub competition for the first time in 2009.
Players from The Foresters and The Cricketers in Wisborough Green competed and The Rusty Boule Trophy, which was designed and made by Karl,was won by The Cricketers.
On Sunday, Peter, Mavis, Sonia and Bob organised the 2011 re-match. Each pub had 19 players and this year The Foresters got their revenge. They won the trophy by 15 games to 6 and Emma won First lady. The First man was Phil who had never played before but had obviously benefited from his pre-match private tuition from Sonia.
After the match we all enjoyed the barbeque. Judging by the laughter and the noise levels, the afternoon was a great success and there were many requests for another meeting.
Worthing Open Triples
Mike Kateley reports:
Marie Helene, Christine and I entered the Worthing Open Triples yesterday 22nd May. We all played well and ended up in the final of the Cup (the top competition) against the young ones from Bordon loosing in the final 13 points to 8, we each received a trophy and two bottles of wine. It was a most enjoyable day - more of you should try these competitions
Mavis Rauch reports:
THE RUSTY BOULE TROPHY 2011
At Karl's request the Club organised this inter-pub competition for the first time in 2009.
Players from The Foresters and The Cricketers in Wisborough Green competed and The Rusty Boule Trophy, which was designed and made by Karl,was won by The Cricketers.
On Sunday, Peter, Mavis, Sonia and Bob organised the 2011 re-match. Each pub had 19 players and this year The Foresters got their revenge. They won the trophy by 15 games to 6 and Emma won First lady. The First man was Phil who had never played before but had obviously benefited from his pre-match private tuition from Sonia.
After the match we all enjoyed the barbeque. Judging by the laughter and the noise levels, the afternoon was a great success and there were many requests for another meeting.
Worthing Open Triples
Mike Kateley reports:
Marie Helene, Christine and I entered the Worthing Open Triples yesterday 22nd May. We all played well and ended up in the final of the Cup (the top competition) against the young ones from Bordon loosing in the final 13 points to 8, we each received a trophy and two bottles of wine. It was a most enjoyable day - more of you should try these competitions
Tuesday, 17 May 2011
ABC Hornets v. Oxshott Bedouins at Kirdford
David Lipman reports:
I have to say that we had a very satisfactory win on Sunday afternoon, 15 May with a 6-3 score against an all male team!!!
All our pointers pointed well on our uneven terrain and though the opposition eventually got the "hang" it allowed us to win all three of the first round. Something we must all remember(we must win early on our terrain before the opposition relise how to play it.)
The second round gave us two more wins and the third one more.
All together a very pleasing afternoon with a really nice cream tea to follow.
We look forward to the return on their terrain
I have to say that we had a very satisfactory win on Sunday afternoon, 15 May with a 6-3 score against an all male team!!!
All our pointers pointed well on our uneven terrain and though the opposition eventually got the "hang" it allowed us to win all three of the first round. Something we must all remember(we must win early on our terrain before the opposition relise how to play it.)
The second round gave us two more wins and the third one more.
All together a very pleasing afternoon with a really nice cream tea to follow.
We look forward to the return on their terrain
Wednesday, 11 May 2011
NDPL ABC Wasps v Crondall Panthers
Alex Myles reports:
We won !!!
Derek and Jean Bonham, Peter and Muriel Molsher, Bobby Newbury and I defeated Crondall Panthers, on their inclined terrain, 5-4 on Monday afternoon, 9 May.
Peter and Muriel played resolutely, reversing their opening 9-13 defeat in the first game, to win by the same score in their second game. They then won their third game, timed out leading 10-8.
Jean and Derek won their first game 13-8, but suffered a fanny from Crondall's No1 pair in their second game. They bounced back from this to win their third game 13-11.
At this point the match was won, with only a one win contribution from Bobby and me.
We started well, elated to win our first game 13-6 from 6-0 down, but deteriorated from there as the slope wore us down!
Playing their No 1 pair in the last game I shot, and missed, with our last boule with 1-13 on the ground. Sorry Bobby.
We won !!!
Derek and Jean Bonham, Peter and Muriel Molsher, Bobby Newbury and I defeated Crondall Panthers, on their inclined terrain, 5-4 on Monday afternoon, 9 May.
Peter and Muriel played resolutely, reversing their opening 9-13 defeat in the first game, to win by the same score in their second game. They then won their third game, timed out leading 10-8.
Jean and Derek won their first game 13-8, but suffered a fanny from Crondall's No1 pair in their second game. They bounced back from this to win their third game 13-11.
At this point the match was won, with only a one win contribution from Bobby and me.
We started well, elated to win our first game 13-6 from 6-0 down, but deteriorated from there as the slope wore us down!
Playing their No 1 pair in the last game I shot, and missed, with our last boule with 1-13 on the ground. Sorry Bobby.
NDPL ABC Hornets v. Crondal - Fri 6 May 2011
David Lipman reports:
In our game against Crondal we had the closest game I have ever played in.
Ist Round our team won 2 games
2nd round our team lost 2 games
3rd round we won and lost 1 game
Result 4 games each we then had to watch a breathtaking final game with Sonia and Ian at 11 and the opposition with 12 points - when time was called.
Last end tense pointing and poor shooting led to a score of 12 all
So another end had to be played-------------- a great shout went up from our team ---- when Sonia and Ian got the final point.
Result Our First win in our First game Well done team on "foreign soil".
In our game against Crondal we had the closest game I have ever played in.
Ist Round our team won 2 games
2nd round our team lost 2 games
3rd round we won and lost 1 game
Result 4 games each we then had to watch a breathtaking final game with Sonia and Ian at 11 and the opposition with 12 points - when time was called.
Last end tense pointing and poor shooting led to a score of 12 all
So another end had to be played-------------- a great shout went up from our team ---- when Sonia and Ian got the final point.
Result Our First win in our First game Well done team on "foreign soil".
Monday, 9 May 2011
SOCIABOULES – ABC Host the Meeting
Ian Fox reports:
Sunday 8th May saw Amities Boules Club Hosting their Sociaboules meeting. Forty Club members attended from Adur, Handcross, Cuckmere, Worthing and Amities. Just two less than our terrain capacity!
The playing format consisted of five individual Melees spread over the day with suitable stops for coffee, drinks and Sunday lunch.
Winners, in reverse order were Jane Cuckmere, Barbara Cuckmere, Jean Amities, Marie Helene Amities, Sheila Cuckmere and Alec Amities.
Mike Kateley, Chairman and Ian Fox Club Captain presented the prizes and congratulated the winners. There were some fine examples of competitive play throughout the day with just a single point deciding the outcome and individual players efforts rising to the occasion at crucial moments.
A small well supported raffle was held contributing to our expenses. My thanks to all who assisted with the organisation and well done to all who took part.
Tuesday, 3 May 2011
Pennock Cup and Plate
Ian Fox reports:
A fine day with thirty two players (sixteen doubles) attending.
Both finals were played after lunch on Saturday, 30th April
Pennock Cup
The finalists were Ingrid Richards & David Lipman versus Muriel Molsher & Sonia Lee.
Pennock Plate
The finalists were Bob Webster & Peter Rauch versus John Sylvester & Margaretha Goodman
After two closely fought games the winners of the Cup were Muriel & Sonia taking their game by 13 points to 9.
The Plate winners were Bob & Peter by 13 points to 11.
Of particular note was the steady play by Muriel & Sonia, consistently good pointing by Ingrid and John throughout the day. It was pleasing to see Margaretha back on form after her illness, Peter whose game has markedly improved and finally but by no means least Bob’s play especially as he does not play in all our competitions.
I hope these are good omens for our match play this season.
Mike Kateley our chairman congratulated the finalists and winners awarded the trophies and suitable liquid prizes with which to celebrate.
Although not part of the Pennock Cup & Plate competition Christine Kateley produced a most excellent cake properly decorated in recognition of the Royal Wedding duly consumated by all with expressions of good fortune to the newly Weds.
Thanks and well done everyone who played.
A fine day with thirty two players (sixteen doubles) attending.
Both finals were played after lunch on Saturday, 30th April
Pennock Cup
The finalists were Ingrid Richards & David Lipman versus Muriel Molsher & Sonia Lee.
Pennock Plate
The finalists were Bob Webster & Peter Rauch versus John Sylvester & Margaretha Goodman
After two closely fought games the winners of the Cup were Muriel & Sonia taking their game by 13 points to 9.
The Plate winners were Bob & Peter by 13 points to 11.
Of particular note was the steady play by Muriel & Sonia, consistently good pointing by Ingrid and John throughout the day. It was pleasing to see Margaretha back on form after her illness, Peter whose game has markedly improved and finally but by no means least Bob’s play especially as he does not play in all our competitions.
I hope these are good omens for our match play this season.
Mike Kateley our chairman congratulated the finalists and winners awarded the trophies and suitable liquid prizes with which to celebrate.
Although not part of the Pennock Cup & Plate competition Christine Kateley produced a most excellent cake properly decorated in recognition of the Royal Wedding duly consumated by all with expressions of good fortune to the newly Weds.
Thanks and well done everyone who played.
Sunday, 17 April 2011
ABC Wasps at home to Bordon
Alex Myles reports:
Muriel, Peter and Chris Molsher; Jean Green and Glynn Warren; Jill and I, played the second match of the NDL Season, as ABC Wasps, at home to Bordon on Tuesday evening 12 April.
It was a closely contested match and, although we lost 6 to 3 in games, the total points difference was only 3, 93 to us and 96 to them. Also a few of the games, with a bit of luck, could easily have gone to us rather than them. Each of our 3 pairs won a game and Jean and Glynn came very close to winning their other two as well. I think that they were particularly keen to do well against their former club.
Muriel, Peter and Chris Molsher; Jean Green and Glynn Warren; Jill and I, played the second match of the NDL Season, as ABC Wasps, at home to Bordon on Tuesday evening 12 April.
It was a closely contested match and, although we lost 6 to 3 in games, the total points difference was only 3, 93 to us and 96 to them. Also a few of the games, with a bit of luck, could easily have gone to us rather than them. Each of our 3 pairs won a game and Jean and Glynn came very close to winning their other two as well. I think that they were particularly keen to do well against their former club.
Friday, 15 April 2011
Southern Counties Result
Mike Kateley reports:
"Your Southern Counties team - Hazel and David, Ian and Sonia, Christine and Mike won the second of our fourteen matches in the 2011 season by four games to one against The Ship Wreks at home on Thursday 14th April. Having beaten the Admiral in our first game three games to two we have now scored 9 wins to 3 which puts us in a very strong position, lets hope our form continues".
"Your Southern Counties team - Hazel and David, Ian and Sonia, Christine and Mike won the second of our fourteen matches in the 2011 season by four games to one against The Ship Wreks at home on Thursday 14th April. Having beaten the Admiral in our first game three games to two we have now scored 9 wins to 3 which puts us in a very strong position, lets hope our form continues".
Tuesday, 12 April 2011
NDPL Claygate Bedouins v ABC Bees
Tony Riches reports:
On a glorious Sunday afternoon (10 April) the Bees travelled to Oxshott to play their second game of the season and I am afraid we suffered another 6-3 loss. It really was a case of deja vu as again we were whitewashed in the first round but we gradually became accustomed to the terrain winning 1 game in the second round and 2 in the third round. What a pity there was not a fourth round! I shall now go on holiday to lick my wounds and on my return plan the defeat of the Hornets who we play next. The team at Oxshott comprised Ingrid and me, George and Val, and Benny and Margaretha.
On a glorious Sunday afternoon (10 April) the Bees travelled to Oxshott to play their second game of the season and I am afraid we suffered another 6-3 loss. It really was a case of deja vu as again we were whitewashed in the first round but we gradually became accustomed to the terrain winning 1 game in the second round and 2 in the third round. What a pity there was not a fourth round! I shall now go on holiday to lick my wounds and on my return plan the defeat of the Hornets who we play next. The team at Oxshott comprised Ingrid and me, George and Val, and Benny and Margaretha.
Saturday, 9 April 2011
Grand National Sweepstake - Sat 9 April 2011
1st Ballabriggs Jean Vanstone £25
2nd Oscar Time Bob Webster £10
3rd Don't Rush It Ian Fox £5
2nd Oscar Time Bob Webster £10
3rd Don't Rush It Ian Fox £5
Thursday, 7 April 2011
Southern Counties Result
Mike Kateley reports:
I am happy to report the the ABC Wasps recorded a victory against Admiral, away at the Limes, on Tuesday 5th April 3 games to 2. A very good result for our first match of the 2011 season. The team was Mike, Christine, Ian, Marie Helen, David and Hazel . We won both the triples very decisively and David and Hazel won their doubles match. Well done team
I am happy to report the the ABC Wasps recorded a victory against Admiral, away at the Limes, on Tuesday 5th April 3 games to 2. A very good result for our first match of the 2011 season. The team was Mike, Christine, Ian, Marie Helen, David and Hazel . We won both the triples very decisively and David and Hazel won their doubles match. Well done team
Monday, 4 April 2011
NDPL ABC Bees v Crondall Lions
Tony Riches reports:
The Bees had their first game of the season on Saturday afternoon 2 April at Kirdford. It was a pleasant day for playing boules and we played on an immaculately prepared piste thanks to the services of chairman Mike which was much appreciated.
Sadly it was not a good start, losing the match 6-3. The first round proved disastrous for us, losing all three games, although one of the games was time expired with the score at 12-11, and one more end, who knows! The second round was an improvement, with two wins for the Bees, but unfortunately we could only manage one more win in the final round. Congratulations to Peter and Mavis for winning two of their games, and a "mention in dispatches" for Benny, who playing in only two games, won one and nearly won the above mentioned time expired game!
Our team of seven comprised Tony R Tony F George Peter and Mavis and Benny and Margaretha.
The Bees had their first game of the season on Saturday afternoon 2 April at Kirdford. It was a pleasant day for playing boules and we played on an immaculately prepared piste thanks to the services of chairman Mike which was much appreciated.
Sadly it was not a good start, losing the match 6-3. The first round proved disastrous for us, losing all three games, although one of the games was time expired with the score at 12-11, and one more end, who knows! The second round was an improvement, with two wins for the Bees, but unfortunately we could only manage one more win in the final round. Congratulations to Peter and Mavis for winning two of their games, and a "mention in dispatches" for Benny, who playing in only two games, won one and nearly won the above mentioned time expired game!
Our team of seven comprised Tony R Tony F George Peter and Mavis and Benny and Margaretha.
Friday, 1 April 2011
ABC Wasps, away to Oxshott Hotshots on Thu, 31 March
Alex Myles reports:
The Bonhams, Bobby Newberry, Jean Vanstone, Jill and I, played the first game of the NDL Season, as ABC Wasps, away to Oxshott Hotshots on Thursday evening 31 March.
We started the season on a suitably low note being thrashed eight games to one. It was an uphill struggle.
We turned up expecting to play Boules, but we found that we were required to play Roules ( pardon the pidgin French ). We had just started to master the technique by the last games, to the extent that Derek and Jean Bonham managed a 12-6 timed-out win and therefore share our " Man of the Match Award".
It was all very friendly and hospitable, but we will do our damnest to have our revenge when the Hotshots return to Kirdford to play our sort of game.
The Bonhams, Bobby Newberry, Jean Vanstone, Jill and I, played the first game of the NDL Season, as ABC Wasps, away to Oxshott Hotshots on Thursday evening 31 March.
We started the season on a suitably low note being thrashed eight games to one. It was an uphill struggle.
We turned up expecting to play Boules, but we found that we were required to play Roules ( pardon the pidgin French ). We had just started to master the technique by the last games, to the extent that Derek and Jean Bonham managed a 12-6 timed-out win and therefore share our " Man of the Match Award".
It was all very friendly and hospitable, but we will do our damnest to have our revenge when the Hotshots return to Kirdford to play our sort of game.
Wednesday, 30 March 2011
ABC VISIT TO TAC PETANQUE LE TOUQUET
Ian Fox reports:
Last weekend, 26th March Saturday – 28th March Monday ABC made an exploratory visit to TAC Petanque Le Touquet. This was the culmination of discussions between Bernard Fourdraine President of TAC Petanque Le Touquet, Ian, Peter and MarieHelene. We were accompanied by Carolyn, Margaret and Mavis. The primary objective was to see if ABC could establish a friendly boule playing relationship with a French club. I am delighted to report that Bernard Fourdraine, his colleague committee and club members made us most welcome. A secondary objective was to understand the practicalities of travelling to Le Touquet for boule weekends.
We played boule on Saturday in the same manner as our own club meetings. On Saturday evening Bernard and two of his committee entertained us to Dinner at the “Fireman” a bar restaurant adjacent to the club terrain. We presented TAC Petanque Le Touquet with mementoes of our club. On Sunday Bernard took us on a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Le Touquet at the end of which we refreshed ourselves with Sunday lunch with Bernard as our guest.
Monday was a day of leisure and travel making our way home after our labours. We understand that Bernard is to invite us as a club to play boule in Le Touquet this autumn.
Last weekend, 26th March Saturday – 28th March Monday ABC made an exploratory visit to TAC Petanque Le Touquet. This was the culmination of discussions between Bernard Fourdraine President of TAC Petanque Le Touquet, Ian, Peter and MarieHelene. We were accompanied by Carolyn, Margaret and Mavis. The primary objective was to see if ABC could establish a friendly boule playing relationship with a French club. I am delighted to report that Bernard Fourdraine, his colleague committee and club members made us most welcome. A secondary objective was to understand the practicalities of travelling to Le Touquet for boule weekends.
We played boule on Saturday in the same manner as our own club meetings. On Saturday evening Bernard and two of his committee entertained us to Dinner at the “Fireman” a bar restaurant adjacent to the club terrain. We presented TAC Petanque Le Touquet with mementoes of our club. On Sunday Bernard took us on a comprehensive sightseeing tour of Le Touquet at the end of which we refreshed ourselves with Sunday lunch with Bernard as our guest.
Monday was a day of leisure and travel making our way home after our labours. We understand that Bernard is to invite us as a club to play boule in Le Touquet this autumn.
Monday, 21 March 2011
Cranleigh - Vallendar Twinning Association - Vallendar Visit 2011
Ian Fox reports:
I have recently learnt that the German end of the Cranleigh – Vallendar Twinning Association are to visit Cranleigh in June this year. Members will recall that on their last visit we entertained them at Kirdford. Following a conversation with the Cranleigh/Vallendar secretary it is likely that a similar event may be repeated on Sunday 5th June. Apparently they greatly enjoyed our petanque, the clubs hospitality and friendliness. The pub also played a strong hand.
I have recently learnt that the German end of the Cranleigh – Vallendar Twinning Association are to visit Cranleigh in June this year. Members will recall that on their last visit we entertained them at Kirdford. Following a conversation with the Cranleigh/Vallendar secretary it is likely that a similar event may be repeated on Sunday 5th June. Apparently they greatly enjoyed our petanque, the clubs hospitality and friendliness. The pub also played a strong hand.
Semur –en-Auxois Twinning Meeting
Ian Fox reports:
I attended this social meeting on Friday 18th March 2011 as the representative ABC club member. This event was held at the home of Julia Brown president of the twinning association. It is planned that members of the twinning association will visit Semur in June this year. I will publish further details as they appear. On behalf of the French end of the Twinning association ABC were given a pennant showing the arms of Semur. It hangs in the clubhouse. I report that the wine was fine as was the cheese.
I attended this social meeting on Friday 18th March 2011 as the representative ABC club member. This event was held at the home of Julia Brown president of the twinning association. It is planned that members of the twinning association will visit Semur in June this year. I will publish further details as they appear. On behalf of the French end of the Twinning association ABC were given a pennant showing the arms of Semur. It hangs in the clubhouse. I report that the wine was fine as was the cheese.
Committee Trophy 2011 - Sat 19 March 2011
Ian Fox reports:
The first of our internal competitions took place on Saturday 19th March 2011 on a glorious spring morning with an excellent attendance by members.
Playing 3 games each in a melee format the eventual winners of the day were:
MarieHelene Lopez 3 Wins +21
Peter Rauch 3 Wins +18
Mavis Rauch 3 Wins +15
Marie Helene retains the trophy for the coming year. The winner and runners up each received a bottle of wine with which to celebrate.
Very well done to all who played
Thursday, 17 February 2011
Kath Stebbing honoured
Mike Kateley reports:
Your Committee is pleased to announce that they have accorded Kath Stebbing an Honorary Life Membership of the Amities Boules Club in recognition of the long and loyal service she has given us over the years. I am sure all members will join us in offering our congratulations and good wishes to Kath on this occasion.
We are also happy to note Kath's recent appointment to the Chair of the Cranleigh Petanque Club.
Your Committee is pleased to announce that they have accorded Kath Stebbing an Honorary Life Membership of the Amities Boules Club in recognition of the long and loyal service she has given us over the years. I am sure all members will join us in offering our congratulations and good wishes to Kath on this occasion.
We are also happy to note Kath's recent appointment to the Chair of the Cranleigh Petanque Club.
Friday, 14 January 2011
New Year 2011
Carolyn Tuthill reports:
Well it is now almost 15th January 2011 - New year could be officially over (although Dan Dyas always says this on June 1st!). Two weeks ago on New Year's Day we had a good turnout at Kirdford and played in very mild conditions considering how cold and snowy it had been only the previous week. The members who attended were in good spirits (some more so than others) and much kissing and hugging was going on under the guise of wishing each other a Happy New Year! Unfortunately wires had got crossed and Linda & Karl did not realise that 1st January was a Saturday and that we would be playing, which resulted in us having no lunch! Never mind we could all do with losing a bit of weight after the excesses of Christmas. One player excelled themselves by being fannied twice - it was thought that it would be appropriate to award her with the Fanny Trouphy - Quel Dommge - it has disappeared! so, who has it? Please return it forthwith. I know you will be dying to know who is to be the new recipient of the trophy - it is Ingrid aka Santa's little helper, the elf!
Ian is in the process of arranging the playing teams for the coming year - let's hope that we do a bit better than last year!
Here's to a happy and successful New Year!
Well it is now almost 15th January 2011 - New year could be officially over (although Dan Dyas always says this on June 1st!). Two weeks ago on New Year's Day we had a good turnout at Kirdford and played in very mild conditions considering how cold and snowy it had been only the previous week. The members who attended were in good spirits (some more so than others) and much kissing and hugging was going on under the guise of wishing each other a Happy New Year! Unfortunately wires had got crossed and Linda & Karl did not realise that 1st January was a Saturday and that we would be playing, which resulted in us having no lunch! Never mind we could all do with losing a bit of weight after the excesses of Christmas. One player excelled themselves by being fannied twice - it was thought that it would be appropriate to award her with the Fanny Trouphy - Quel Dommge - it has disappeared! so, who has it? Please return it forthwith. I know you will be dying to know who is to be the new recipient of the trophy - it is Ingrid aka Santa's little helper, the elf!
Ian is in the process of arranging the playing teams for the coming year - let's hope that we do a bit better than last year!
Here's to a happy and successful New Year!
Monday, 10 January 2011
The Euro Cup
Mike Kateley reports:
"Unfortunately the team of Mike, Christine, Ian, Sonia, Carolyn and Ingrid, were soundly beaten by Sandown and Shanklin in the second round of the Euro cup on Sunday 9th January, played at Kirdford. We infact only won 1 game of the 7, this was a tripple of Ian, Carolyn and Ingrid. Many of the other matches were close encounters and if luck had favoured us we could have had a better result. The IOW team were very pleasant people and an enjoyable day was had by all, they were very impressed with our set up and have promised to return."
"Unfortunately the team of Mike, Christine, Ian, Sonia, Carolyn and Ingrid, were soundly beaten by Sandown and Shanklin in the second round of the Euro cup on Sunday 9th January, played at Kirdford. We infact only won 1 game of the 7, this was a tripple of Ian, Carolyn and Ingrid. Many of the other matches were close encounters and if luck had favoured us we could have had a better result. The IOW team were very pleasant people and an enjoyable day was had by all, they were very impressed with our set up and have promised to return."
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