Ed Cunningham regained his hold on the Silver Medal Invitational after Andrew Johnston's two year unbeaten run in the event.
Fine weather, nice lawns and very firm/tightly-set hoops challenged the 6 players. Despite the hoops and the early date in the season, 16 triple peels were recorded in the 29 games played = 55% which is a high percentage.

The details and entry forms for the Dublin Championships and the Irish Championships are now available for download under the 'Tournaments/Events' menu item above. Overseas entries welcome.

Saturday the 12th of March saw the first competitive outing for DUCC this season
against Carrickmines.

The Peter Brown trophy is played for annually by the two clubs, this year the

Danny and Andrew win Masters divisions.

Herbert Park Croquet Club Croquet Notes 2010

The first match of the season was on May 8th against Carrickmines at Carrickmines. A slight disaster for HPCC who lost 8-1 but this was offset, to some extent, by a most substantial and enjoyable tea.

Lovely sunny weather with less than one hours drizzle all weekend. Nineteen players after a handful of withdrawals (including two English visitors who we hope can get their passports in order in time for next years tournament!). Nice afternoon teas thanks to the tennis brigade in Carrickmines and top quality lawns as per usual from Simon and Rocket.

All levels welcome.
Pay starts at 10.00am each day.
Play either or both days
Entry Fee €10 – Club members €5
Entries to Manager - Simon Williams
Email: Simon Williams

Championship of Ireland singles:
Duff Matthews Trophy - Winner: Ben Rothman (USA)
Runner Up: Simon Williams (The Leslie Webb Salver)

Championship Doubles:

TXT 5: Ireland finish poorly against Wales losing 5-1. Captain Andrew Johnston earning the only point and maintaining his 100% record in the singles with a 2-1 win against Ian Burridge. Wales won the competition on a matches countback beating South Africa in 2nd place.

TXT 4: Ireland trail Wales 2-0 after day 1. A very frustrating day for all of us.

TXT 3: Ireland lose to South Africa 4-2. Some consolation in Captain Andrew Johnston beating World Champion Reg Bamford in a three game thriller.

The Irish team which leaves for London this weekend to compete in the World Team Championship consists of four players from Newcastle Croquet Club. They are Ed Cunningham, Andrew Johnston, Kieran Murphy and Danny Johnston.