Northern Killer Badge 

The “Northern Killer” badge was presented to Keith by Bruce Flemming in recognition of his outstanding achievement in Association Croquet.

This badge is awarded to a player upon completing their first triple peel (TP) in a Croquet Queensland sanctioned tournament event, marking a significant milestone in their croquet journey.

Keith earned this honour during the Rene Cole 1st Division Association Croquet (AC) tournament held in Toowoomba. 

The triple peel (TP) accomplishment highlights Keith's skill and dedication to the sport, and the presentation of the badge by Bruce serves as a memorable moment in his croquet playing. 

Congratulations Keith.

Let’s give a big Eildon welcome to our latest members –

Barb Taylor, Deb Bristow, Claire Fowler, and Sue Upton!

This group of friends and former work colleagues are swapping scrubs for mallets as they kick off retirement with style, having just finished the Club’s Come and Try and Coaching Program.

Here’s to plenty of good times on the lawns, new friendships, and making memories together!

Members, please say hello to Barb, Claire, Deb, and Sue as they join our croquet community.

The EMC (Eildon Management Committee) have developed an amended trial Playing Schedule to better accommodate the range of players and activities at the club.

For further details and the complete schedule, please click on the blue link below to visit our website:

Play Schedule - Eildon Croquet Club Inc

Key Playing Times and Activities

• Monday Mornings (9am to 12.30pm): Golf Croquet players with a handicap of 7 and above now have dedicated play times on two lawns.
• Saturday Morning (7am to 9am): Golf Croquet players with a handicap of 7 and below are allocated this time slot on two lawns.
• General Golf Croquet (All Handicaps): All players, regardless of handicap, can play from 9am to 12.30pm on two lawns.
• Sunset and Social Golf Croquet (All Handicaps): On Sunday afternoons during summer, all members are welcome from 4pm onwards.
• Last Friday of the Month (from 4pm): Join us for a sausage sizzle open to everyone. The cost is $6 per person.

Question:

What do we know about keeping score in Golf Croquet?

Answer:

Rule Book 

7.8 KEEPING THE SCORE Both sides are responsible for keeping the correct score. After each point is scored, the side that caused the point to be scored (or a referee, if present) should announce the score, or, if available, place a scoring clip on the hoop or update the scoreboard.

4.2.6 Scoring clips - check it out.

What does this look like on the lawn:

Each side carries six scoring clips or pegs (Pegs) in their own colour:

Blue and Black Balls - Blue Pegs

Red and Yellow Balls - Red Pegs

Why six? In a 13‑point game, the first side to run 7 hoops wins — so you only ever need six Pegs to mark the hoops you’ve already won.

• When a side wins a hoop, they place one of their Pegs on that hoop – at Eildon,  the Peg goes on the side of the hoop not the top.

Pegs are used for Gala Days, Pennants and Tournaments - but not usually on Club Days.

There are other options for Club Days – you can rely on memory, trust someone else to keep track, or use Scoring Beads.

If you’re after some Scoring Beads, Judy has some available – just have a chat with her.

There’s been loads of action in February and some seriously good croquet played by our members!

Victoria - Golf Singles Level Play

Cairnlee in Melbourne was the destination for Claire, who competed with distinction at the Croquet Australia President's Eight; a top performance, second place in the block of eight. 

Wynnum - Golf Doubles Level Play

Across the Brisbane River at Wynnum, Jill, Robert R, Robert K, and Lorraine were on the lawns in the George Hartnett Metropolitan Challenge GC Doubles.

Albeit an extremely hot summers' day, well played everyone and a great croquet day.

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Alison Love

Bribie Island - Golf Mixed Doubles Level Play

Heading north to Bribie Island, the Bribie Gala Day GC Doubles never fails to be an outstanding day for our Eildon crew – Kathy, Judy, Peter, Robert K., Chris, and Denis. 

In the winners' circle were Chris and Kathy. Plus, not forgetting Denis won a raffle prize!

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Gwen Connolly

Toowoomba - Association, Ricochet & Golf

Going west to Toowoomba, the annual Darling Downs Regional Tournament saw a strong field across all codes and divisions – Association, Ricochet, and Golf.

Association Singles Level Play

The Rene Cole Memorial Trophy – Association Division One Singles featured two blocks of exceptionally talented players, with Keith stepping up to compete.

The June Brady Trophy – Association Division Three Singles had both Casey and Mike in the mix.

Fantastic play Casey and Mike.

Congratulations to Casey coming in first place. 

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Darling Downs Croquet

Well done to all three. We'll see Casey in division 2 next year 

 

 

Golf Singles Level Play

Played at three clubs in tiers, Robert K, Jan, Maggie, Kathy, and Lorraine all took part, giving it a red-hot go.

Maggie luckily, collected one of the much-coveted raffle prizes! Great games and play Eildon players.

Golf Doubles Level Play

A strong representation from our club, with Catherine & Tony, Jan & Shelly, Peter & Judy, and Robert K & Lorraine pairing up. 

In the winners' circle were Tier 2, Runner Up: Judy & Peter, and Tier 1 Runner Up: Lorraine & Robert K. 

Top effort, everyone in both codes!

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Darling Downs Croquet

🎯 Respect the Striker (of both games on the lawn)

Once a player steps up to their ball, they’re entitled to a quiet, still space.

• Pause conversations until the shot is complete.
• Stay still — no shifting, walking, or rummaging.
• Keep shadows and movement out of the striker’s line of sight.

👣 Where to Stand

Positioning makes a huge difference to concentration.

• Stand well to the side and behind the striker.
• Avoid standing directly behind the hoop being run or the line of sight.

🌱 A Simple Rule That Solves Most Problems

If the striker can see you, you’re probably too close.

This one guideline prevents most accidental distractions and keeps play smooth for everyone.

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Events - Eildon Croquet Club Inc

Here are some of the exciting events and initiatives scheduled in the coming weeks:

• International Women's Day morning tea – bring a plate to share. Purple is the colour for some!
• St Patrick's Day – don your best green outfit to join the festivities!
• Volunteers are urgently needed in the afternoon for the Bunnings Sausage Sizzle happening this Sunday.
• Community Connection morning – a session supporting fundraising and sponsorship, packed with valuable information for attendees.
• Moreton Bay "Come and Try" event.
• First Gala Day in April, hosted by TM Di Leahy – players of all skill levels are welcome and encouraged to enter.
• Pennants season is approaching – a fantastic chance to participate in competitive croquet across all three divisions.
• May competition – don't forget to sort out your baby photo for inclusion all most babies are cute!
• Keep bringing in cans and bottles; the bins are filling up nicely thanks to everyone’s contributions!