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Space News…

June 16, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

The June long weekend marked round 7 of the local derby for the Parkes Spacemen and Forbes Magpies at Pioneer Park. The club wore white footy socks to support the cause against domestic violence. The under 18’s began the day with a gallant effort all the way to the bell. The Spacecats took to Jock Colley field at 12.30pm with all intentions of playing to bring home the win. Claire Barber began proceedings with a deep kick and with errors high in the first few minutes Captain Hannah Kelly in Parkes GP jersey made a great run only to be tagged by a flying Magpie 10 metres out.

Quick play caught the Forbes team off guard and BMJC’s Ella-J Harris opened the tally for the Spacecats after a giant step and dodge. Claire Barber added the 2. Playing as a team and backing up the runs Sally Dwyer sponsored by La Bella added another 4 with Claire adding another 2. Parkes’ third try was awarded to Dippin Dots Demi-Joyce Winter. Forbes put their first points on the board with a little over 10 minutes remaining in the first half.

With the continuing of the game the pressure was on the Spacecats, who defended their line and penalty after penalty against them. However, they handled it well, with Hannah Kelly running the length of the field to be tagged by a whisker out and Claire Barber over beside the posts. A fumble on the restart gave Forbes the possession within 20 metres and the Parkes ladies needed to work hard. Nicko’s Bricklaying’s Sarah McAneney got the ball and with some precise passes Parkes Railway Bowling Club’s Emma Bayley got over the line with Claire Barber adding the two. Half time score; Parkes 26- Forbes 4.

The Magpie ladies kicked to start the second half but Sally Dwyer scores Parkes’ sixth try quickly followed by another try by Captain Hannah Kelly with Claire Barber successfully converting. Parkes Services Club’s Nat Gardiner got her first try after a sixty metre sprint and her second soonfollowed. Final score 44 Parkes- 4 Forbes, congratulations!

The remaining team members also deserve a mention as they played just as well Brittany Dumesny, Katie Caldwell, Samara Afele, Brittney Ryan, Shannealle Wyrzynski, Sam Cox, Louise McAneney, Shayna Male and Emeline Lavaka. Special thanks also to the league safes Tim Barber and Tom McEwen, FAO Col Dwyer and Coach Mick Dumesny.

The Parkes Spacemen executive along with the league tag team would like to thank their major Guernsey sponsor Parkes Services Club and Sleeve sponsors 1. Simply Bellissima by Kim, 2. Cunninghams IGA Parkes, 3. Nicko’s Bricklaying, 4. Parkes GP, 5. Bunnamagoo Wines, 6. BMJC (The Moran boy’s), 7. La Bella, 8. Dippin Dots, 9. Parkes Mensland, 10. Thd studio, 11. Parkes Railway Bowling Club, 12. Parkes Services Club, 13. Nangar Gems.

Parkes Sports News…

June 9, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

SPACECATS FACE ROUND SIX
What was set to be a very interesting game took place at Caltex Park in Dubbo over the weekend against first place Parkes Spacecats and second place CYMS. As both teams were currently unbeaten, nerves were high about who would end up on top. Running out for the Spacecats were; 1. Claire Barber 2. Brittney Ryan 3. Sarah McAneney 4. Hannah Kelly 5. Shannealle Wyrzynski 6. Ella-J Harris 8. Demi-Joyce Winter 9. Katie Caldwell 10. Sami Afele
11. Emma Bayley 12. Nat Gardiner 13. Codie Wakefield 14. Louise McAneney 15. Samantha Cox 16. Emeline Lavaka 17. Shaya Male 18. Nicole Mapperson 20. Brittany Dumesny.

After a CYMS start both sides were feeling the pressure and greasy ball mistakes were made in what was shaping up to be a fast paced game. First points went to CYMS with the score at half time Parkes 0- CYMS 10. The Spacecat ladies started the second half knowing they had to work hard to put points on the board and shut down the CYMS attack. Captain Hannah Kelly scored Parkes’ first try with under seven minutes remaining and Claire Barber kicked a successful goal. However it wasn’t enough on the day and the final score stood at CYMS 20- Parkes 6.

The team are now waiting for round 13 where they will face the CYMS ladies at home and hopefully come away with a win. The Parkes Spacemen executive along with the league tag team would like to thank their major Guernsey sponsor Parkes Services Club and Sleeve sponsors 1. Simply Bellissima by Kim, 2. Cunninghams IGA Parkes, 3. Nicko’s Bricklaying, 4. Parkes GP, 5. Bunnamagoo Wines, 6. BMJC (The Moran boy’s), 7. La Bella, 8. Dippin Dots, 9. Parkes Mensland, 10. Thd studio, 11. Parkes Railway Bowling Club, 12. Parkes Services Club, 13. Nangar Gems.

NETBALL NEWS
Congratulations to the teams that have made it to the grandfinal and good luck to everyone for their games. The grand finals will be on separate timeslots with individual presentations after each game. Presentation of the Rae Medlyn award will be held at the conclusion of the A-Grade grand final at 7:45pm. If anyone would like to nominate someone, forms are available on the website or the Parkes Netball Facebook page. A special big thank you to everyone who has umpired throughout the competition.

Results Semi Finals

A/B Grade
Panthers def 15s Rep 30-15
Parkes Cellars def 17s Rep 30-27
C Grade
Misfits def Team Awesome 32-5
13/14s Rep def Drama Queens 34-25
Grand Final Umpires
A grade umpires Kaity Mac and Alana Ryan
C Grade Sarah Smith and Brooke Norman

Draw Grand Finals
A/B Grade
6:30 PM
Court 2: Parkes Cellars v Panthers (Umpires: Kaity Macdonald and Alana Ryan) Timer: Wally Norman Scorer: Jenny Ryan
C Grade
7:45 PM Court 2: Misfits v U13s/U14s Rep Team (Umpires: Sarah Smith and Brooke Norman) Timer: Wally Norman
Scorer: Lisa Nutley

AN EXPRESSION OF SYMPATHY FROM CANOWINDRA
Club members would like to express and extend their deepest sympathy to the family of Gwynne Rice who passed away on Friday 3rd June in Parkes at the great age of 101. Gwynne was the current patron of the CWDWA and was loved and respected by all who knew her. She and her husband lived in Canowindra many years ago and Gwynne was a wonderful member of the club.

HOCKEY INC.
A Grade Men
A very close contest was played out between Star Budgies and Cellar Crows with Cellars taking the match 2-1. Brad Gardiner was first to score for Cellars with a nice finish in the circle. Budgies levelled through the strength of Jacob Townsend. With the game looking like it would end in a draw Brad Gardiner struck to score his second and give his side the victory. Brad Gardiner was outstanding for Cellars and was well supported by Logan Dolbel and Will Harry. Nick Kelly was strong in goals for Budgies.

Another close match in the A grademen’s competition was between Rovers and Magpies. With plenty of great goals being scored, Rovers edged out Magpies winning 4-3. Aaron Huppatz was deadly in the circle scoring two fine goals with Lucas White and Hamish Orr also scoring for Rovers. Laurie Wakefield, Nathan Munday and Dan Wilson all scored for Magpies.

Aaron Huppatz was best on field for Rovers with Thomas Cowling also playing well in goals for Rovers. Regan Hotham had a great game for Mapgies.

A Grade Women
Magpies were dominant in their 5-1 victory over Middleton. Cherie Johnstone was in fine form in the circle converting four opportunities for Magpies with Niamh Dixon also scoring. Sami Afele was the lone goal-scorer for Middleton. Syann Allen and Wendy Rix were impressive for Magpies with youngster Savannah Draper who is improving every week the best for Middleton. Rovers and Cellar Crows played out a high scoring game with Rovers winning 8-2. Wendy Huppatz was unstoppable up front for Rovers scoring six outstanding goals in the match. Denise Gersbach and Ashleigh Ward also added to Rovers’ total with two nice goals. Louise Hawken and Marcia Scally both got on the scoreboard for Cellars.Denise Gersbach was best for Rovers with Marcia Scally, Kathryn Blackstock, Lucy Blackstock and Louise Hawken all working hard for Cellars.

There were no B grade games played this weekend due to the weather conditions.

Hockey Inc. 27th May

May 26, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

A Grade Men
Masters defeated Cellar Crows 3-2 in an exciting match. Andrew Wright and Andrew Rice scored for Masters with Brad Gardiner and Graeme Thompson scoring for Cellars. Ben Hawken, Luke Swindle and Logan Dolbel were strong for Cellars with Steven Macgregor and Trent Thomson the best for Masters. Rovers were too strong for an understrength Star Budgies, winning 9-1.
Ian Westcott scored a hat-trick, Brad Simpson and Lucas White scored doubles with Michael Minnett also contributing to Rovers’ total. Cooper Wakeman was the lone goal-scorer for Budgies. Rovers were best served by Shane Jones, Lucas White, Brad Simpson and Michael Minett in a dominant team performance.

A Grade Women

Magpies played a nice team game to defeat Cellar Crows 3-1. Cherie Johnstone and Paige Hay scored for Magpies with Merryn Unger scoring for Cellars. Best for Magpies were Paige Hay, Stacey Ross, Cherie Johnstone and Nicole Knox with Marcia Scally and Lilli Rae Campbell working hard for Cellars.

Cubs put together an excellent team performance to defeat Middleton 6-0. Wendy Huppatz was on fire in the circle scoring 3 goals with Georgia Kearney and Denise Gersbach also contributing to the total. Cubs had strong performances from Georgia Kearney, Wendy Huppatz and Denise Gersbach with Cindy Nutley and Amy Thornberry working very hard defensively for Middleton.

B Grade Men

Middleton and Magpies White played out a close 1-1 draw. David Sherritt scored for Middleton with youngster Will Tanswell scoring for Magpies. Will Searl had an outstanding game for Magpies and was well supported by Jayden Pusterla, Andrew Finn and Riley Swan. Blake McIntosh played well for Middleton.

Magpies Academy were too strong for Rovers Gorillas winning 5-0. Koby Johnstone, Jackson Hay and Aaron Wright all got their names on the score-card for Magpies. Aaron Wright was best on ground with Jackson Hay also stepping up for Magpies. Best for Rovers were Jack Westcott, Charlie Jones and Joe Kinsela.
Cellar Crows defeated Magpies Black 4-2 in a good game of hockey. Brenden Roffe, Steve Collins and Luke Hodges scored for Cellars with Harrison Byrnes and Luke Coleman scoring for Magpies. Luke Hodges and Will Harry were best for Cellars with Harrison Byrnes and Reed Cavallaro strong for Magpies.

B Grade Women

Middleton Pink were too strong for Magpies Black, winning 4-1. Goals were shared around with Tracey Bolam, Savannah Draper, Jordan Fagan and Kristie Murray all scoring. Young talent, Abigail Simpson, scored for Magpies.Savannah Draper, Amanda Draper and Sue McGrath had great games for Middleton with Matiese Byrnes and Tina Jones playing well for Magpies.
Rovers Gold edged out Star Budgies 3-2 in a close match.
M’Lissa Ross and Tash Tanks scored for Rovers with Carmen Amor and Brooke Kelly scoring for Budgies. M’Liss Ross was outstanding for Rovers and was well supported by Alyssa Miller and Monique Labuschagne. Carmen Amor was very strong for Budgies.
Middleton Eagles defeated Marist 1-0 in a tight match. Kourtney Coleman gave her side victory with a nice goal. Michelle Hanson, Clodagh O’Brien and Kathryn Moore were strong for Middleton with Renee Rice and Courtney Miles the best for Marist.
Magpies White played a good team game to defeat Middleton Maroon 3-2 in a close encounter. Sommer Tanswell, Janelle Thompson and Abigail Simpson scored for Magpies with Sheridan Kirk bagging two goals for Middleton. Abigail Simpson and Kelsie Thompson were best for Magpies with Tracie Sams and Megan Hornery best for Middleton.
Rovers Black were too strong for Cellar Crows Black winning 7-0. Carla Peden scored 4 goals and Ashleigh Ward scored 3 goals in a dominant performance. Best for Rovers were Cass Ward, Ash Ward, Georgia Huppatz and Georgia Kearney. Toni Speakman worked hard all match for Cellars.

Space News…27th May

May 26, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

The Spacecats were led onto Jock Colley Oval by Trevor Harper for round 4, which sees the first ever group XI grand finalists for ladies league tag go head to head. Parkes was sitting in first place on the leader board, Westside in third.

Parkes started the game and with great pressure got possession of the ball with Louise McAneney over for Parkes’ first. Westside kicked to resume play but Parkes brought it back to halfway with strong runs from Emma Bayley who got over for number 2, extras added from Claire Barber. After a set of six each the Spacecats third was awarded to Sami Afele while Westside were still scoreless. After the Rabbits set of six Emma Bayley dodged players, Codie Wakefield ran hard and Captain Hannah Kelly scored number 4.

The ladies fifth try had Demi-Joyce Winters name to it as did the sixth. Demi got the ball back from the dummy half and was over! An awesome intercept by Hannah Kelly saw her second, Parkes’ seventh, on the board. Westside were still scoreless and the Spacecats made sure it stayed that way working hard in defence.

Parkes’ eighth try and Hannah Kelly’s third went over after quick moves with ten and a half minutes left until full time. Nat Gardiner made some great ground and Ella-J Harris chased the ball into goal and tagged a Westside player. With only minutes left on the clock Parkes were still hungry for another. Fantastic final score of Spacecats 42- Westside Rabbits 0.

Parkes are at home this weekend against Narromine and it’d be great to see local support for our girls who have only had 10 points scored against them so far this season!

Golf News

May 19, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

Men’s Golf News

Last Saturday the Greg Brown sponsored 18 Holes 4Ball vs Par was contested by a field of men. In an event that requires playing partners to work together to help one another, we saw Richard Hamilton and David Whitfield record a narrow 1 point victory in the major event as they finished on plus 11.

Hamilton and Whitfield will head a three pronged local attack in an effort to gain a birth in the Golf NSW 4Ball v’s Par Handicap Championship at the Regional qualifiers that will be held at Grenfell on August 7^th. They will be joined by Peter Boschman and Tony Evans and the John Green and Denis Howard pairings as they finished in the top three placings.

The individual event played in conjunction with Saturdays saw victory go to Lindsay Elliott who recorded a great plus 5 score. This Saturday both the men and the ladies will attempt to gain a birth in the final of the Handiskins when they contest the annual Parkes Cellars sponsored 18 Hole 4Ball Aggregate Stableford competition.

The final of the Handiskins sees the leading four players with the highest total scores in three of the scheduled five qualifying rounds of the Handiskins go head to head over 18 holes of ‘skins’ golf for a total of $1200 in vouchers.

In conjunction with Saturday’s event players also get a chance to win a $50 voucher from Sportsbet by landing their tee shot on the 138metre Par 3, 4^th Hole.

When contesting the Handiskins event players pay a $39 registration fee of which $4 is donated to the Jarrod Lyle backed ‘Leuk the Duck supporting Kids with Cancer Foundation’.

Also on Saturday the male members play the 1st Qualifying round of the Pybar Handicap Challenge while all members get the chance to have their name added to the Ian Pinniger Memorial Trophy by winning the major event of the day the 4Ball Aggregate Stableford event.

Ladies Golf News

In excess of 170 ladies contested the annual Western Districts Ladies Golf Associations Championships played at Parkes last week in varying weather conditions that included rain, wind and bitterly cold conditions which made scoring extremely difficult.

Orange golfer Susan Fenwick from the strong Duntryleague club claimed the major event with a 17 over par score of 163 for the 36 hole event.

Parkes players who performed creditably were Cherrie Phillips in A Grade who claimed the runner up position in that grades 36 Hole Handicap Division, Leone Stevenson made it back to back wins at the titles when she claimed the C Division Scratch and Handicap sections while Kasey Faye-Rice playing in the first of what will be many WD Championship events walked away with the Division D Scratch and Handicap Championships when she finished the 36 hole event on 204 for a 138 net which was some 8 shots under handicap for the talented 13 year old.

On the Ladies local scene Amy McCabe took out Saturday’s 18 Hole Stableford competition with a great 39 points by a massive 4 shots.

Space News 13th May

May 12, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

Space News

The Spacecat ladies started the day against Macquarie strong, with Emma Bailey quickly scoring beside the posts followed by a kick from Claire Barber. The next set saw strong runs from Demi Winter, Codie Wakefield, Emma Bailey, Sam Cox and on the last Katie Caldwell kicked and chased to tag Macquarie in goal. Pressure from Parkes created an opening for Emma Bailey to get her second with another successful kick from Claire Barber.

Macquarie restarted with a kick to Elisha Naqua and a catch on the full followed by a great run by Sarah McAneney. Quick hands got the ball to Katie Caldwell who scored the Spacecats’ third and Claire Barbers third conversion. Again Macquarie started with a kick straight into Elisha Naqua’s hands, passed to Katie Caldwell who dashed 45m to score her fourth with a fourth kick from Claire. Codie Wakefield worked hard not to allow Macquarie any ground, tagging 5 girls in a row from marker position. Demi Winter scored another try for Parkes which took the half time score to Parkes 28 Macquarie 0.

The second half saw Emma Bailey score a quick try with Claire adding 2. Macquarie get the ball in the next set and are hungry for a try but excellent defence from Parkes deny them. An overzealous kick from Macquarie allows Emma Bailey to run and score her fourth try with an on form Claire adding the 2. Captain Hannah Kelly worked hard all game and scored out wide through a sleeping Macquarie defence. The final try of the game went to Demi Winter taking the final score to an impressive Parkes 56 Macquarie 0.

Under 18’s

Macquarie kicked to begin the game and Josh Amberge worked hard to make it out of goal. With a lot of ground made Jye Dillon kicked and scored in the opening minutes, James Goonrey with a kick right in front. Jay Slavin made a run in the next set but Macquarie began to make ground until a crash tackle from Jacob Smede. Jye Dillon goes over for his second after a few errors from Macquarie and effort from Billy Porter, Bailey Jones and Stephen Purcell.

A bad bounce from Macquarie sees Jacob Smede make a 30 metre run and Josh Amberge goes over for the spacemen’s 3^rd, resulting in a 16-0 lead for Parkes.

Great chase and a big hits from Bailey Jones, Wilbur Smith, Jye Dillon, Jay Slavin and James Goonrey. Josh Amberge took off down the sideline and managed to stay in with great footwork while Jia Hoe made a run and got hit hard. A penalty was awarded and Ethan Richards pumped his legs to get Zac Gordon within centimetres of the line.

On the last James Goonrey toed the ball to Macquarie and with an error Parkes got it back and out to Jay Slavin and over he went to give James Goonrey a kick in front, taking the half time score to Parkes 22 Macquarie 0.

Macquarie opened the second half with a try and successful conversion. Toby Clarke saved the day with a great tackle after Macquarie intercepted and Ethan Richards and Zac Gordon both make big runs but with no reward. The junior Spacemen begin to tire and Macquarie gain advantage, scoring their third try. On the kick Parkes find some energy and get within 10 metres but fail to get over the line. Ethan Richards gets a loose ball and uses his legs to gain an extra 10. Macquarie strip the ball to give away a penalty right in front and Parkes opt for a kick to end the game, making the final score Parkes 24 Macquarie 16.

Netball

A beautiful Saturday morning was the setting for the first round of junior netball. There is now an extra team in the Super 8’s division, the Butterfly’s will play their first game tomorrow. Just a reminder that NetSetGo will begin on 21^st may for all players aged under 7, if you have not yet registered pleased head down to the courts on Saturday and see Jenny Ryan. Remember that Parkes and District netball association will be holding their annual general meeting next Monday 16^th May at the Parkes Services Club at 7pm. Each team is to send a representative for one bonus competition point.

Space News

May 5, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

Round 2 brought the Nyngan Tigers to Parkes Pioneer Oval for ladies league tag. 18 girls sang Captain Hannah Kelly happy birthday before getting ready for a repeat of the 2015 semi-final, hoping the outcome would be the same. Nyngan kicked to start and nice passes from Ella J Harris, Hannah Kelly and Britt Ryan saw Demi Winter get close but no try.

The ball found its way across the field to Britt Dumesny who ran through Nyngan’s defence but didn’t manage to score. With no points on the board Katie Caldwell and Ella J Harris came on. Ella J Harris took the ball in goal and got it back to the 20 with great stepping and hard running. With great pressure and runs from Nat Gardiner, Nicole Mapperson, Louise McAneney and Codie Wakefield the ball went over for Parkes’ second. Nyngan managed to put some points on the board six minutes before half time.

Emma Bailey retaliated by tagging 3 tigers in a row from marker. Sarah McAneney had a busting run with an off load from Katie Caldwell to score under the posts and a kick by Ella J Harris added the 2. A short kick by Nyngan went out after a bounce that left Parkes with a lot of defending to do before half time, leading to a score of Parkes 14- Nyngan 6 at the half time whistle.

The second half saw Parkes running left to right in what they hoped would be a half empty of tries for Nyngan. Great chase and pressure from the Parkes girls saw Nyngan knock on and Parkes get the ball 20 out. Emma Bailey scored a try followed by a deep kick from Nyngan straight into the hands of Katie Caldwell who dived under the posts for her second. Claire Barber delivered a successful conversion and another great run, racking up another four points for Parkes. With controlled passes Demi Winter upped the pace and scored her first try, conversion by Ella J Harris. Again, Demi received the ball and was over again for her second. Parkes Spacecats were the victors of the day with an end score of Parkes 40- Nyngan 6.

The Parkes Spacemen executive along with the league tag team would like to thank their major Guernsey sponsor Parkes Services Club and Sleeve sponsors.
1. Simply Bellissima by Kim, 2. Cunninghams IGA Parkes, 3. Nicko’s Bricklaying, 4. Parkes GP, 5. Bunnamagoo Wines, 6. BMJC (The Moran boy’s), 7. La Bella, 8. Dippin Dots, 9. Parkes Mensland, 10. Thd studio, 11. Parkes Railway Bowling Club, 12. Parkes Services Club, 13. Nangar Gems.

McGlashan Off To Good Start

May 5, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

The Parkes Golf Club’s annual Club Championships will resume this Saturday after the course was drenched by 2 inches of rain and with more predicted this weekend officials are hoping the storm will hold off until the end of the golf on Sunday.

Currently McGlashan has a slim four shot lead over his nearest rival Justin Sutton and it’s anticipated that this weekend will be the decider for which contender finishes on top. In the minor grades Paul Morgan has a near insurmountable lead of 9 shots in the B Grade title but the runner up position is still up for grabs with Michael Smith on 143 some two shots clear of Troy Thomson with Tim Lasserre in 3rd place. Other players still in with a chance include Paul Thomas on 173, Peter Picker 175 and Peter Boschman on 176.

A battle for supremacy will rage on in C Grade as some 12 players hope to claim the title which currently sees Steve Cook as the leader on 187. However, Steve is only 1 shot ahead of friend Luke Greenwood with Gary McPhee just five shots from the lead in a division that can see swings of up to 5 shots in one round. Other players in with a chance in C
Grade include Ross Smith, Richard Hamliton and Brien McPhee. The Veterans and Junior title appear to be foregone conclusions with both Robert Hey and Lachlan Buesnell appearing to have mortgages on those respective divisions while the overall handicap section currently sees Paul Morgan some 7 shots clear in another one sided race.

Parkes Sport

April 28, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

CAN MCGLASHAN RETAIN TITLE?
The Parkes Golf Club’s annual Club Championships begin this Saturday and the big question is, will reigning titleholder Mitch McGlashan retain his mantle as the club’s premier golfer?

Undoubtedly McGlashan will start favourite, however there are many chances including recently crowned Lachlan Valley District Champion Justin Sutton, Cameron Butler and Peter Dixon. Sutton has returned to his brilliant best in the past month and if recent form is any indication he will be hard to beat. Together with his victory at the LVDGA Championship Sutton and a couple of sub-par rounds Sutton’s confidence will be high.

Both Butler and Dixon will be hard to toss as they also have been in great form, with Dixon’s recent runner up position at the District Championships showing he has the ability to be a major force. Butler on the other hand is the dark horse and if he can handle the nerves and pressure this talented young player will be one to watch alongside Joey Van Opynen.

The B Grade for players on handicaps of 12 to 18 will also provide plenty of excitement and if there is to be a boil over it could come from junior golfer Lachlan Buesnell while the chances of Tim Lasserre will depend on his ability to keep the ball as his drives can often find the rough. Then there is Paul Morgan, another who if he can control his game will be right in the mix along with player to watch Michael Smith.

The C Grade will feature three of the clubs veteran golfers with Richard Hamilton, Reg Davison and Brien McPhee expected to dominate but don’t forget the consistent Steve Cook who despite being only relatively new to the game is coming on in leaps and bounds. The Veterans Division should rest between a couple of steady performers in reigning Champion Robert Hey and his major threat former club champion Steve Simpson with Ian Phipps and Phil Bishop the best of another lot of consistent performers.

Meanwhile the Junior Division is between two of the clubs most improved players in Lachlan Buesnell and James Ward with Buesnell likely to start as favourite. Come along and enjoy what should be one of the closest and most interesting Club Championships in years.

GOLF NEWS
Last Saturday’s Chris Goodie sponsored 18 Hole Stableford saw Ray Griffith return to form with an excellent 43 points to be clear of runner up Colin Barker who headed the ball winners list with Brian Hogan (jnr) and Greg Powter on 40, Dave Stevenson and Neil McMillan, 39, Robert Lea, Lachlan Buesnell, Peter Bristol, Charlie Allen, Gary McPhee and Mick Horan all on 38 with John O’Shannessy 37 on a countback. The Ladies competition whichwas an 18 hole Stroke round sponsored by Liz Matthews saw Adrianne Brown victorious on 66 nett while ball winners were Anita Medcalf, 69, Margaret Hogan and Cherrie Phillips, 71, Liz Matthews & Dale Matthews, 73 and Lynne Guise on 74,

The Western Districts Ladies Golf Association Championships will be held at the club from Tuesday 10th to Thursday 12th May and the ladies are requesting the use of golf carts to use on Thursday 12th so if you have a cart and can loan it to the club please contact Anita Medcalf.

EUGOWRA RIFLE CLUB
Last Saturday the second round of the club championship continued from 600 yards. Barry Plowman top scored in F Class just super centres in front of Alistair with a hard fought 105 out of a possible 120. David Jolly shot consistently in the conditions continuing his recent form with three points down 97 out of 100.

F Class: Barry Plowman 51.1, 54.3 – 105.4; Allistair Kable 52.2, 53.0 – 105.2; Alan Noble 47.2, 53.1 – 100.3; Jim Maloy 43.1, 52.2 – 95.5
Full-Bore: David Jolly 49.3, 48.6 – 97.9; John Bray 44.0, 45.2 – 89.2; Margot Jolly 38.0, 45.1 – 83.1; Steve Mitchell 47.3, 45.3 – 92.6

At the Annual General Meeting held prior to the commencement of shooting, Alan Noble was again elected to lead the club as Captain. David Jolly was re-elected as Secretary and John Bray returned as Treasurer. This Saturday round two of the championship will continue from 700 yards at the Eugowra range. Shooting is to commence from 1.30pm.

The Central West District Rifle Association Champion of Champions match will be conducted at Lyndhurst Rifle Range next month on Sunday 29th May. Club champions from Eugowra, Orange, Lyndhurst, Cowra, Grenfell and Narromine/Dubbo rifle clubs will fight it out to be named CWDRA Champion and go on to represent the district at the State titles at Malabar Rifle Range next July.

SPACEMEN
Round One took place at Kennard Park, Wellington. Parkes kicked to start the game and followed with great pressure and within a few minutes Louise McAneney scored a try. After Wello’s kick on the last, great hands and quick passes saw the Parkes ladies spread it wide to Cunninghams IGA’s Britt Ryan on the half way line and she put
on the pace to score Parkes second.

Their third followed from the kick with more of the same from all Parkes ladies, quick hands, great passes and enthusiastic encouragement for the team saw BMJC’s Ella J Harris over the line and a successful kick from Simply Bellissima by Kim’s Claire Barber. With the binning of one of the Parkes girls they didn’t give up with try number 4 going to Parkes Railway Bowling Club’s Emma Bailey with a good run from the halfway mark and Claire Barber added the extras. At drinks the score was Parkes 20 Wellington 4. On restart Captain Hannah Kelly got the ball and sprinted from halfway to nearly have her shorts pulled off by the defence to off load and score a try, only for it to be disallowed.

With Parkes next set La Bella’s Sally Dwyer went over and Claire Barber added the 2. Dippin Dots’ Demi-Joyce Winter scored the last 3 tries to take the tally to Parkes 40 Wellington 4 at the final bell.

Eugowra Rifle Club

April 21, 2016 By Maggi Barnard

Last weekend saw a recent record number of 14 shooters attend the normal Saturday afternoon championship round from 500 yards. A combination of perfect weather and shooting conditions, together with the additional influx of ex Orange Rifle Club members resulted in the large attendance.

The two new electronic targets were very beneficial in assuring an early finish to shooting. Even with 14 shooters they were able to complete shooting by around 4pm. Many shooters posted some excellent scores in the favourable conditions. Newcomer, Tony Leonard and the experienced Peter Harris, each scored 115 out of a possible 120 in F Class. Tony took the honours with a superior super centre count. David Jolly and Ian Ward both recorded perfect
100’s in Full-Bore with David just pipping Ian, who has not shot for several months, by just one central bull.

Scores were as follows:
Full-Bore (possible 100)
David Jolly 50.4, 50.5 – 100.9
Ian Ward 50.4, 50.4 – 100.8
Margot Jolly 48.4, 47.3 – 95.7
Jan Bray 47.2, 47.3 – 94.5
Steve Mitchell 45.2, 46.4 – 91.6
John Bray 46.1, 44.2 – 90.3

F Class (possible 120)
Tony Leonard 56.4, 59.5 – 115.9
Peter Harris 57.4, 58.2 – 115.6
Barry Plowman 54.6, 59.4 – 113.10
Alistair Kable 56.2, 57.6 – 113.8
Jim Maloy 56.2, 56.4 – 112.6
Garry Livingston 57.3, 55.3 – 112.6
Alan Noble 51.0 one stage only

Optical (possible 100)
Alan Buckley 45.3, 49.4 – 94.7

This Saturday a round from 600 yards will follow the club’s AGM. Shooting is to commence from 1.30pm with all visitors most welcome. Please contact David Jolly on 6863 5575 for additional information.

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