Wynnum Mixed Doubles Handicap goes ahead despite rain

A HUGE thank you to Wynnum Tennis Club for their very generous support of our club in offering us their water squeegees for our major competition. Without their help this event would not have gone ahead.

A Golf Croquet Mixed Doubles Handicap competition, sponsored by Shawn & Kym Real Estate, was held on Sunday 26th July at Wynnum Croquet Club.

Setting up the courts in the dark amidst torrential rain was cause of concern for all, helpers and players alike. The courts were covered in water and things looked very grim until the Wynnum Tennis Club very kindly offered their squeegees to remove the water from the courts. It took 8 people to constantly roll the playing surfaces to enable the competition to go ahead.

Around 9am the skies cleared and play began, with 8 teams competing, 32 players in all, double banked on all courts. As it was a handicap event, there were lots of bisques (free turns) handed out by a number of doubles pairs. This always levels the play and often gives unexpected results.

The winners of the event were Geoff Hull and Geraldine Trivett with a score of 7-5 over Val Knigge and Glenn Wran. It was fantastic to have our sponsors Shawn & Kym there to present the trophy and medals.

George Nakhoul and Esme Lucas-Havens won the consolation with a score of 7-3.

An event of this size would never happen without the support of volunteers, including Tournament Managers, referees, hoop setters, and catering ladies. A huge thank you to you all. We certainly appreciate your never-ending hard work.

Thanks must also go to Jenny Pickvance who provided the most amazing raffle prizes. We hope she knows those very lucky recipients were very grateful.

The day wrapped up just in time before a late storm rolled through. Overall it was considered a very successful event.