The inaugural Currajong Disability Services Charity Golf Day at the Forbes Golf Club will take place on Sunday, 4th November. The 10am shotgun start three-man ambrose event is open to non-golfers and members with a flat cost of $20 per person for 18 holes and $14 for the 9 holes. For Forbes Golf Pro Simon Houston it is a great addition to the local golfing calendar. “We are thrilled to be partnering up with Currajong as they expand throughout the region,” said Simon.
Footy Tipping Results Round 25 and Overall Winner
Eagles And Wildcats Claim Grand Finals
After a longer season than normal, the Parkes Junior Netball competition wrapped up Division 1 and Division 2 last Saturday. Division 1 was contested by Eagles and McGrath’s United, umpired by Lisa Nutley and Mel Evans. The two teams had very close games throughout the season, and the grand final was no exception. Eagles managed to take the win 19-12. Jorja Davis was awarded player of the grand final for her outstanding team play and positioning on the court. Eagles coach Calli Miller said:
“The girls just didn’t give up today, and they haven’t all season. I could not be happier with the end result.”
Division 2 saw two outstanding teams, Wildcats and Eagles, with the game umpired by Julia Dunn and Ally Bush. Wildcats came out victors, 22-10, with the player of the grand final awarded to Lucy Hall (Wildcats).
From the sideline, it was noted that all the girls played extremely hard, and they should all be proud of their efforts.
Congratulations to Lisa Nutley and Mel Evans getting their National C Badge on Saturday.
Footy Tipping Results – Round 24
20 Teams at Classic Triples
Excellent bowls were played at the Parkes Classic Triples Tournament last weekend. There were 20 teams from as far away as Towadgerie, Lake Cargelligo, West Wyalong and Mudgee. The trying windy conditions added to the skills needed.
The first prize went to West Dubbo with 4 wins +47. Second prize went to Parkes/Forbes team of Jan Waugh, Kim Evans and Pat Cooney with 4 wins +41. Mudgee came third with 3 wins +61, and fourth prize went to Liz Byrne Parkes with 3 wins +45.
It was a magnificent team effort by our members in catering and cleaning, ensuring the day ran smoothly. It was much appreciated by all.
A few brave ladies played social bowls this week in slightly improved conditions. A long end played was won by Di Howell. In two games of pairs played, Di Greenhalgh and Liz Byrne defeated Ros Taylor and Merilyn Rodgers.
Kay Craft and Gwenda Carty defeated Di Howell and Marja Iffland.
There will be no official bowls played on the Parkes Show Day next week, but anyone can turn up and play if they wish.
By Rosemary Mitchell
Netball Season Ends With Inaugural Presentation Night
This weekend marks the end of the 2018 Junior Netball year after a fantastic round of preliminary finals last weekend. In Division 1, the 2nd vs 3rd preliminary final was extremely tightly contested, with United coming away eventual winners 17 to 16. United will play Eagles in the grand final with their victory of 28-15 over Wildcats.
Division 2 have had some stand out performances throughout the year with Wildcats taking the win over Galaxy 25 – 0. Wildcats will not have any easy game in the grand final as Eagles defeated United in the second preliminary final 13 – 6. United played extremely well all season, and Eagles have been outstanding too which should make the Division 2 grand final a very close game.
Last weekend was the final weekend for the non-competitive SetGo Division. A big thanks to all of the coaches, parents, carers and players who made this season such a success.
It was a fantastic year for the Net program. With 14 girls registered by the end of the season, it has been the most successful Net program to be held in recent years.
A big thank to Jane Cook for running the program each week, and all the parents who helped. Tomorrow night is the Parkes and District Netball Association’s inaugural presentation night. All players and interested people are welcome to attend. If you don’t have your tickets already, please contact the association as soon as possible.
By Lisa Nutley
Footy Tipping results – Round 24
Parkes Swimmer Shines At National Championships
Holy Family student Matty Price won several medals at the School Sport Australia Swimming Championships held in Hobart last month. He won silver in the 100m backstroke with a 14 second personal best time. His second medal was a bronze for 12 years butterfly taking 16.91 seconds off his entry time. His relay team won bronze as well in the medley relay with Matty swimming the backstroke leg.
Panthers Give Cowra The Blues
The last home game for the Panthers this season ended with a fantastic win over Cowra.
Korine Coleman kicked two behinds early in the game. Felicity Ralph scored her first goal of the season, followed by captain Emma ‘Baz’ Barry scoring two goals for the quarter. Ally Hetherington and Lauren Andrews kicked another four behinds. Cowra stayed scoreless.
A freezing and blowy second quarter saw Cowra score one goal and three behinds. Ally Hetherington scored a behind.
At half-time Parkes were up by 14 points. Emma Barry used her lanky legs to boot a goal. Lauren Andrews weaved her magic to score a goal. Korine Coleman scored two goals. Cowra scored a behind.
Final quarter and the Panthers were up by 39 points. Cowra scored two behinds.
With outstanding efforts Alex Briton and Kimberley Dixon found Emma Barry, Lauren Andrews and Ally Hetherington, as they all scored goals and four behinds were kicked. An excited Coach Ralph said it was a “fantastic win for the last home game”. Parkes 10.11-71 defeated Cowra 1.6-10
By Korine Coleman
Fantastic Game For Pantherettes
Parkes Pantherettes played at home against Bathurst Giants at the North Parkes Oval last weekend with Bathurst winning by 7 points. The giants were up and about early in the game and kicked one goal and three behinds. Parkes created a scoring shot from Hallee Pauley-Lestrange and was able to score a behind.
Second quarter Parkes were down by 8 points. Emma ‘Baz’ Barry bamboozled everyone as she gave the ball an almighty roost straight through the big sticks. Ally Hetherington scored a goal, Alex Briton scored two behinds and Felicity Ralph came out of nowhere and scored a behind. Korine Coleman kicked a behind as well to keep the Giants scoreless for the quarter.
At half-time the Panthers were up by 8 points. The Giants just kept on coming, but they were held to one goal and four behinds keeping the Panthers scoreless for the third quarter.
The last quarter started with Bathurst up by 2 points. Felicity Ralph kicked another behind to force the Giants into panic mode. Amy Roseby was pushed up forward to keep Bathurst thinking, within minutes she scored a behind. Bathurst ended up scoring a goal and a behind to take out the match.
By Korine Coleman
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