Peter Nicholson awarded life membership of McIlwraith Croquet Club

Congratulations to our newest Life Member, Peter Nicholson.

It was a very special moment at our AGM on Saturday when Peter Nicholson was awarded Life Membership of McIlwraith Croquet Club — one of the highest honours our club can bestow.

Peter’s contribution to McIlwraith and to croquet has been outstanding. From first discovering the game through a Learning for Leisure, he went on to represent Queensland in singles and doubles, compete in the Queensland Open Singles, and play at State, National and World Championship level, including World Championships in New Zealand and Melbourne.

But Peter’s contribution extends far beyond his own playing achievements. As a coach, mentor, volunteer and enthusiastic supporter of our fundraising functions, he has generously shared his knowledge, time and love of the game with others.

His famous encouragement — “Go the hoop!” — says much about Peter: bold, positive and always encouraging others to have a go. The Peter Nicholson Bucket, for players with handicaps of 9 and above, fittingly bears his name and reflects his commitment to encouraging developing players.

Peter now joins fellow Life Members and past presidents Sandy Ridgway, Penny Jackson and Major Jill Whitehouse in receiving this very special honour.

Congratulations, Peter, and thank you for everything you have given to McIlwraith. We are enormously proud to have you as a Life Member.