CAQ Eights come to Wynnum for weekend of croquet, plus 10 more from Wynnum

The lawns at Wynnum were glistening with morning dew when the CAQ Eights stirred to life. Four divisions, one shared ambition: impress the selectors and edge closer to that coveted Queensland state team. Across the weekend, each player will battle through fourteen round-robin games.

Wynnum proudly hosts the 3rd and 4th divisions, but before the first mallet struck a ball, the day offers a reminder: stuff happens. A brief but purposeful huddle formed as JVB, referee and now interim CAQ president, arrived and joined fellow officials. Three referees to ensure fair play ruled the lawns.

Wynnum welcomes sixteen players for the CAQ Eights

And then, the heart of it all: the 16 players. Focused, determined, and ready to test themselves across a demanding weekend.

With that, the quiet gave way to the crisp click of the first shots, and the CAQ Eights were underway

Volunteers keep players fuelled at Wynnum tournament

Off the court, the engine room hummed. Ann, the tournament providore, keeps players fuelled and smiling, ably supported by Keila.

Behind the scenes at Wynnum Croquet Club

Off the court, the engine room hummed. Ann, the tournament providore, keeps players fuelled and smiling, ably supported by Keila.

Rita steps into assistant scorer role alongside Diana

Rita took up the role of assistant scorer to Diana, chief scorer

Recognising Diana’s quiet dedication as Wynnum tournament manager

Diana, the Tournament Manager, works quietly but effectively ensuring everything and everyone moved in harmony.

President Alison Extends Warm Welcome to Wynnum Club

Club president Alison extended a warm welcome, setting the tone with a blend of hospitality and pride.

Tournament referee Deirdre guides players at Wynnum

Deirdre, serving as Tournament Referee, stepped forward to guide players through the finer quirks of Wynnum’s courts.

CAQ Eights tournament begins at Wynnum croquet club

The lawns at Wynnum were glistening with morning dew when the CAQ Eights stirred to life. Four divisions, one shared ambition: impress the selectors and edge closer to that coveted Queensland state team. Across the weekend, each player will battle through fourteen round-robin games.

Wynnum proudly hosts the 3rd and 4th divisions, but before the first mallet struck a ball, the day offers a reminder “stuff happens.” A brief but purposeful huddle formed as JVB, referee and now interim CAQ president, arrived and joined fellow officials. three referees to ensure fair play ruled the lawns.

World Croquet Day brings quiet anticipation to Wynnum

World Croquet Day arrives at Wynnum Croquet Club and it hums with activity. The first story of the day isn’t told by players at all, but by the small details scattered around the grounds.

A bright yellow “Caution: Wet” sign stands guard like a sentry reminding everyone that even the most elegant sport can begin with slightly damp shoes and cautious steps. Nearby, a hat and a pair of gloves rest on mallets in the stand their owners have briefly stepped away.

Then there’s the food. Plates lined up with care, a generous spread waiting patiently for the players. It’s the unspoken promise of croquet days everywhere: fierce focus on the lawn, followed by cheerful refuelling.

All of this forms the gentle prelude to the CAQ Eights event, where the 3rd and 4th division players prepare to step onto the courts. Soon, the calm will give way to the satisfying click of balls, the soft thud of well-judged strokes, and the quiet calculations of angles and distances.

So at Wynnum, a wet sign, a resting hat, a pair of gloves and a waiting table of food quietly announce: the game is about to begin.

World Croquet Day arrives at Wynnum Croquet Club

World Croquet Day arrives at Wynnum Croquet Club and it hums with activity. The first story of the day isn’t told by players at all, but by the small details scattered around the grounds.

A bright yellow “Caution: Wet” sign stands guard like a sentry, reminding everyone that even the most elegant sport can begin with slightly damp shoes and cautious steps. Nearby, a hat and a pair of gloves rest on mallets in the stand; their owners have briefly stepped away.

Then there’s the food. Plates lined up with care, a generous spread waiting patiently for the players. It’s the unspoken promise of croquet days everywhere: fierce focus on the lawn, followed by cheerful refuelling.

All of this forms the gentle prelude to the CAQ Eights event, where the 3rd and 4th division players prepare to step onto the courts. Soon, the calm will give way to the satisfying click of balls, the soft thud of well-judged strokes, and the quiet calculations of angles and distances.

So at Wynnum, a wet sign, a resting hat, a pair of gloves and a waiting table of food quietly announce: the game is about to begin.