Southport Jubilee Handicap AC Tournament – renamed as the Carol Lewis Memorial Trophy – 19/20 May 2018

On a wonderful weekend in Southport, eight contenders (including three local players) battled it out in the former Southport Jubilee Handicap Tournament, now renamed as the Carol Lewis Memorial Trophy.  With excellent weather and catering, after two days play, Brian Lewis of Southport scored a very popular victory beating Alan Clark from Watford by + 13 in an absorbing final.

Handicap reductions were earned by Jon Diamond (from 1 to 0.5) and Brian Lewis (from 7 to 6).

Players involved: Alan Clark (Watford); Jon Diamond (Tunbridge Wells); Barbara Haslam (Southport); Joe Lennon (Glasgow); Brian Lewis (Southport); Gail Moors (Southport); Nigel Roberts (Middlesbrough); Dennis Scarr (Middlesbrough).

Southport Advanced AC Jubilee Tankard – 21/22 April 2018

James Hawkins beat Dave Gunn in the final of the Southport Advanced Tournament on 21/22 April to retain the Jubilee Tankard.  Both players had finished second in their blocks before beating favourites Paul Rigge and Lee Hartley in the playoffs.

RESULTS:

Block A:  Paul Rigge bt Alan Pidcock +13;  Dave Gunn bt Peter Wilson +1T;  Paul Rigge bt Dave Gunn +6T;  Alan Pidcock bt Peter Wilson +13;  Paul Rigge bt Peter Wilson +26TP;  Dave Gunn bt Alan Pidcock +7T.

Block B:  Lee Hartley bt Liz Wilson +26;  James Hawkins bt Peter Thompson +14;  Lee Hartley bt Peter Thompson +26;  James Hawkins bt Liz Wilson +14TP;  Liz Wilson bt Peter Thompson +26;  Lee Hartley bt James Hawkins +15.

Knockout:  Paul Rigge bt Peter Thompson +25;  James Hawkins bt Alan Pidcock +22TP;  Dave Gunn bt Liz Wilson +9;  Lee Hartley bt Peter Wilson +26;  James Hawkins bt Paul Rigge +15;  Dave Gunn bt Lee Hartley +11;  James Hawkins bt Dave Gunn +12.

Consolation:   Liz Wilson bt Alan Pidcock +7T;  Peter Wilson bt Peter Thompson +15.

It is with great sadness, Southport & Birkdale announce Carol Lewis has passed away.  Carol has been a stalwart member at Southport for 35 years and has taught many members to play Croquet.  Carol joined the club in 1981 and has made an immense contribution to Croquet in Southport.  Her passing is a massive blow to everyone who knew her and our Croquet Club.

Carol has been on the Southport committee many times over the years taking on many roles and making valuable contributions to the club at every level.  She was an outstanding, clever and determined player who was respected wherever she played, especially in many tournaments across the UK and at one stage was honoured by being selected for an England team.

She was a stalwart member of many Southport league teams and over the years has encouraged many players into competitive Croquet.  As a Coach, Carol was outstanding, and has probably had an influence on just about everyone in the Southport Club.  Whether a Beginner or an experienced player, Carol gave her time and patience willingly.

Always cheerful, always ready to help, always able to use ‘common sense’ when problems arose, Carol was respected by everyone who knew her.  She will be greatly missed and our thoughts are with her family at this difficult time.

Carol was known throughout the Federation as an excellent player at both league and tournament events.  We send our condolences to Brian and the rest of her family at this difficult time.  The funeral will take place on Friday 26th January at 2pm at Southport Crematorium.  Family flowers only.  Donations to Cancer Research appreciated.  If attending please wear at least one coloured item.

R.I.P. Carol Lewis