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David Cornes Wins East Dorset B Level

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National Golf Croquet B Level Series – David Cornes Wins at East Dorset 22-23 May 2021 – by Gary Brennnan

Sixteen players took part in East Dorset’s Golf Croquet ‘B’ Level Tournament on 22-23 May; apart from the croquet, the unpredictable weather proved the determining factor and the tournament required a little careful managing, butthe programme of matches, albeit with a little re-jigging, progressed satisfactorily and were played to a high competitive standard. Players travelled from far and wide including Crake Valley, Northampton, Enfield, Ealing, Reigate Priory, Ryde, Hamptworth, Dowlish Wake, Camerton & Peasedown, Phyllis Court, Winterborne Valley and East Dorset players.

Day 1 split the sixteen into two blocks of eight all playing all; four players emerged from each block to contest the Championship on Day 2: Ealing’s Charles Sale swept all opposition aside in Block A with 7/7 wins, followed by David Haddrell of East Dorset with 4/7 wins and Phil Davies (Reigate Priory) and Andrew Fall (Enfield) each with four wins. In Block B Phyllis Court’s Rick Lilley had 6/7 wins followed by David Cornes, Stephen Hayns (Ryde) and Patrick Knight (Camerton & Peasedown) all with 4/7 wins.

In the 19-point quarter finals, four players emerged to contest the semi-finals; in the first of the Semi-Finals David Cornes overcame David Haddrell 10-8; whilst Phil Davies defeated Andrew Fall 10-9, setting-up a final contest with David Cornes, who prevailed 10-4. It was regrettable that 19-point games had to be used to decide the Championship, but the compression of time was caused by the race against the predicted bad weather.

In the Plate Competition (also Day 2), Debra Hayns (Ryde) prevailed over last year’s Plate Winner Richard Jenkins (Hamptworth) in a 13-point finale.

I would like to offer my congratulations to David Cornes for his win and to Debra for winning the Plate. I would also like to extend my thanks to all of the players for their understanding, regarding the programme wrinkles, for their excellent croquet and company over the weekend; the groundsman Robin for the high quality courts; the Caterers Sea Events for the delicious food, the referee Keith Southern – who again – officiated at all those ‘difficult moments’ and finally, the Croquet Section Chairman, John Edwards for presenting the trophy and ‘liquid’ comforts to the Runner-up and Plate Winner.

Gary Brennan (East Dorset Croquet Club)

CA COVID-19 GUIDANCE UPDATED FROM 17th MAY 2021

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The CA’s Covid-19 guidance for clubs and players has been updated from 17th May to reflect the relaxation of restrictions for Step 3 of the government’s roadmap. A risk assessment has been provided to underpin it, which clubs are invited to adapt for their own use. The practical changes from the version published on 7th April are that occupancy limits for courts are removed; use of clubhouses is permitted, but with a gathering limit of six (or two households if greater) and use of face coverings; and car sharing is now permitted. The guidance for tournaments has also been updated.

Latest Croquet Covid Guidance

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CA COVID-19 Guidance Reviewed in light of DCMS Guidance

Ian Vincent 26th March (CA Official News)

The CA’s Covid-19 guidance for clubs and players has been updated in the light of the latest DCMS guidance. A risk assessment has been provided to underpin it, which clubs are invited to adapt for their own use. The practical changes from the version published on 3rd March are that the scope of organised activity has widened; a recommendation to wash equipment added; and the ban on spectators noted.

Several enquiries have been received about how the guidance applies to club “roll-up” sessions. Unless they fit within the definition of “formally organised outdoor sport”, i.e have been publicised in advance and are run under the direction of a manager/organiser who is present and responsible for ensuring that it is conducted in a COVID-19 secure manner, then the outdoor gathering limit of 6 (until Step 3 of the roadmap) applies. This means that players should play in groups of no more than 6, and should not interact with those in other groups while at the club.

ADVICE TO PLAYERS

  1. Do not go to the club if you are experiencing any symptoms of a cold or flu, in particular a cough or high temperature. Use the NHS helpline and seek advice. For your own protection, follow the advice about self-isolation if you are, or are living with, someone in one of the vulnerable groups.
  2. Familiarise yourself with your club’s rules and respect its risk assessment.
  3. All players must observe social distancing at all times unless they are in the same household or support bubble. Particular care should be taken in all doubles, including alternate stroke Association Croquet and in Golf Croquet games.
  4. Any activity should be in line with the Government’s social distancing measures at all times, including when going to and departing from a lawn. Consequently, do not shake hands before or after a game, nor congretate in groups of more than six.
  5. Wash your hands and clean any equipment you use, such as hoops, balls and club mallets, before and after you play.
  6. When setting out and taking in a court, only one person should handle any particular hoop or the peg.
  7. Clean padlocks, keys and door handles before and after use.
  8. Avoid using toilets wherever possible and clean after use.
  9. Wear face coverings when indoors.
  10. Use the court booking system if your club provides one, rather than turning up in the hope of being able to play or practise.
  11. If possible, dress appropriately prior to travelling to the club, rather than changing there.
  12. Bring any food or drink you might need.
  13. For golf croquet, players should agree the score at the end of each scoring turn. Personal counters should be used to keep count of bisques/extra strokes.
  14. Avoid using movable chairs as far as possible, otherwise clean them before and after use.

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