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CA Conversation on Diversity and Inclusion

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Next CA Club Webinar – A Conversation on Diversity and Inclusion in Croquet – Sat 29th August 9:30am

What is the current situation in our sport – is croquet representative of the communities we live in?

What are the barriers to making croquet more diverse and inclusive?

What should we be doing to promote diversity and inclusivity?

The recent BlackLivesMatter movement in the USA have ignited protests, debates and discussion in the UK, and has led to many organisations (including sporting bodies) reviewing where they are at with diversity and inclusion, and where they want to be.

The CA is committed to championing diversity and inclusivity beyond our existing Equality Policy, and are working on an action plan in this space to be unveiled over the winter. 

This webinar is an initial conversation with clubs on this broad topic. We want to use this session to:

  • have an open discussion about diversity and inclusivity in croquet,
  • hear from clubs and individuals who are already engaging with their local communities,
  • provide a forum for clubs to to share successes and failures in this space,
  • inspire clubs to start conversations within their own membership.

Details: Saturday 29th August 2020, 9:30-11:00am.

Please sign up on Eventbrite by noon (BST) on Thursday 27th August to reserve your place.

The webinar will be held on Zoom and broadcast live on YouTube. Meeting details (how to join the webinar) will be shared with registered attendees on Friday 28th August.

About CA Club Webinars

The CA Club Webinars is a newly established webinar series for CA Member Clubs and Federations, to learn and discuss particular topics around club administration. We’ll aim to run this on the last Saturday morning of each month, and will soon set up a page to display the future webinar schedule.

Have a suggestion for a topic? Wish to present? Email cainfo@croquet.org.uk

Martin Bradshaw R.I.P. – Funeral Arrangements

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Martin Bradshaw

It is with deep regret, Fylde Croquet Club have announced the sudden passing of their President, Martin Bradshaw.

Martin was a Founder member of Fylde Croquet Club when it was formed in 1986. He served as Match Captain from 1987 (first person in the role) to 1996, qualifying as a Coach and was instrumental in the Club playing competitively both within the Club and in the North West Federation Leagues and competitions.

He was Club Chairman from 2009 to 2018 and was then appointed as the Club’s first President. 

Martin was always active in Club affairs and it was an important part of his life. He was a top player and also well known across many Clubs in the North West.

Martin was a true gentleman, known for his dedication, great sense of humour and exceptional skill in playing croquet. He was also active in his local community at Lytham and will be sadly missed by Fylde CC and his many friends and neighbours.

Our condolences go to his son Tom and family at this very sad time.

FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS:

The funeral of Martin Bradshaw will take place at St. Cuthbert’s Parish Church on Thursday 27th August 2020 at 12pm followed by burial in the churchyard. Due to current restrictions, attendance in the church is by invitation only.

There is also a website dedicated to Martin where donations may be made, all donations going to Lytham St Annes RNLI.

 https://martinbradshaw.muchloved.com/

Local Lad Frank Wins Fed 2020 Millenium Golf Croquet

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Frank Sharps Wins North West Federation 2020 Millennium Golf Croquet Tournament – Crake Valley Croquet Club 8 August 2020

Frank Sharps (Crake Valley)

On Saturday 8th August, in glorious sunshine and high temperatures, Crake Valley hosted the 2020 Golf Croquet Handicap Millennium competition.

The day got off to a bad start with news that 2 players from Chester had a punctured tyre on the M6 and had to turn back after it had been repaired.  Luckily, David Leach (Bury) and Sandra Cornes (Crake Valley) were present and agreed to fill the spaces. So we had 12 players from 5 clubs competing.

At the end of the group stage the semi finals took place. Frank Sharps (Crake Valley) beating Bernard Lord (Bury) 7-4 and Richard Leach (Bury) beating Peter Uglow (Pendle) 7-5.

The final was keenly and fairly contested. Frank used his 3 extra turns well and the match went to the 13th hoop.  Richard played a superb first shot to give sight of the hoop but couldn’t capitalise. After a short exchange of play Frank held his nerve to run the hoop and win 7-6. 

All players complemented the club for the quality of the lawns and the surrounding areas. The club thanked the players for making the competition a most enjoyable day.

The pictures show general play from the day and Frank with his celebratory drink.

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