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Parkes Sport Wrap

November 13, 2025 By Roxane Manley

Congratulations the Parkes golfers – well played ladies.

Parkes District Junior Cricket

Congratulations to Harry Yelland, Eamon Moody and Zac Guy on their selection in the Western Plains Outlaws Under 16’s team. The boys have recently played four matches against Central West. All three have now been selected in the Western Zone Under 16 Bradman Cup team! They’ll play pre-carnival matches in Orange in November before heading to Albury in January for the Bradman Cup carnival.

Parkes Services Squash Courts

Squidgies Squash is held every Friday afternoon at 4.15pm at Parkes Services Squash Courts. It is all about having fun, and learning the basics of Squash. Our awesome coaches make sure the session is filled with heaps of fun activities. Give Squidgies a go – all the equipment is provided, and if you like it, there is no commitment, it’s just $5 each time you come along.

Parkes Bowling And Sports Club

Friday evening and Sunday morning social Bowls are proving extremely popular with both events well supported by new Bowlers and a few old hands as well. Anyone in the community, near or far, who would like to try rolling down a few bowls will be made most welcome. Just phone the Club or turn up.

Parkes Golf Club

Eight ladies played in the WD Silver Teams event at Wellington on 7 November. This is an annual team scratch stableford event. Although they didn’t come home with a prize, they were not quite good enough against the bigger clubs with their low markers, the ladies still played well and had a great day. Duntryleague won easily from Bathurst. Col Staples almost aced the 8th, to win a NTP – 5cm.

Around The Fields In Parkes Parkes

July 3, 2025 By Roxane Manley

It was a massive day at Harrison Park for the Parkes district soccer carnival.

Parkes & District Amateur Soccer Association Inc.

Teams from Lachlan Amateur Soccer Association Inc, Bathurst District Football Inc, Orange, Dubbo & District Football Association, Mudgee & Lithgow played Round 4 of WYL with ages from U10 to U16 boys and girls. Thanks to Parkes Soccer Committee, all the coaches/managers, referees, parent volunteers, LASA Men’s Parkes teams and supporters for attending. Thanks to Parkes Soccer Canteen, Coffee Cube Company, Mobile Coffee Catering, Rotary Parkes and Dippin’ Dots Icecream Dubbo and Surrounds for their attendance.

Parkes Bowling & Sports Club

On a glorious Sunday afternoon 50 bowlers went at it for local bragging rights. Up for grabs? Which side of town has the best bowling talent? In a very tight contest, East 140 defeated West 136 to claim victory. Thank you to everyone who participated and worked behind the scenes to make the day a huge success. Without a doubt, it’ll be back again next year

Parkes Golf Club

After the success of an afternoon 9 hole Ambrose shotgun start, President Pete suggested that it could become a regular event on a Friday afternoon? He requested any feedback.

Parkes Services Squash Courts

Congratulations to Henry Kross on his 2025 Western Academy of Sport Achievements. Henry was named: Future Stars Athlete of the Year & runner-up Overall Western Academy of Sport Athlete of the Year.

Parkes Boars RUFC

We have rounded up fifteen brave volunteers for an ice bucket silent auction fundraiser, running every home game in the club house until 19 July. Here’s how it works: Pick your Boar, place your bid at home games in the club house, highest bid on 19 July gets to do the pouring. Thank you for the support and bring on the buckets. All funds raised will support the women’s team end-of-season development tour to New Zealand.

Parkes Sports Shorts

June 12, 2025 By Roxane Manley

Parkes Services Squash Courts

The 2025 Summer Volley Squash Competition is a wrap. Thank you to all the teams on a great Summer Comp and congratulations to our winners and runners-up. A Grade – Golden Boy def. Squally Voshers. B Grade – Squash Potatoes def. Hogsbreath. C Grade – Lucky 13 def. The Rookies. The 2025 Winter Comp kicked off this week on Thursday

Parkes Dance Co

The countdown is on, our mid year showcase is almost here and everyone is ready to hit the stage on Sunday 22 June. Tickets are live, secure your seats at https://midyear2025.parkesdanceco.com.au

Parkes & District Amateur Soccer Association Inc

Congratulations to three of our Parkes soccer boys, Hayden Lamond, Rylee Quigg and Caleb Rixen who represented Western NSW in the CHSS competition at Blacktown. After 6 games, they have won 3 against Riverine, South West Sydney and North Coast.

Parkes Boars RUFC

Ladies day! Dust off your denim, sparkle up those diamonds and celebrate the wonderful women within our club! Fast footy, flowing drinks, canapés and live music! What more could you want? Tickets available via www.123tix.com.au

Parkes Hockey Incorporated

Our PHI Men’s and Women’s Opens teams wrapped up a great weekend at the State Championships! It was a weekend full of top notch hockey with our men finishing in 7th and our women finishing in 6th. Well done to all teams who competed

Parkes & District Darts

Parkes Darts Doubles Championship Results 4/6/26. Winners Dave Rogan and Joe van Opynen, Runners Up Danielle Thompson and Orin McDermott. High scores, Joe van Opynen 8×100,121,140, Orin McDermott 7×100,2×140, Dave Rogan 3×100,2×125, Danielle Thompson 100,120, Steve Clegg 100,113, Darrell Bailey 2×100, Phil Barnard 100.

Parkes Panthers AFL

With the Panthers having a well deserved break last weekend with the general bye we take this opportunity to thank all team sponsors for their continued support. The Railway Hotel, Parkes Protector Pty. Ltd., Blatch’s, PCYC Parkes, MCA Engineering Pty Ltd, Duncan Stockcrates, Power Tools Plus, SportsPower Parkes, White’s Electrical, Trimech Pty Ltd, Royal Hotel Manildra.

Kross Brothers On Court At Act Open

May 8, 2025 By Roxane Manley

Congratulations to Henry Kross on a fantastic weekend at the ACT Open. He won the Junior Open, and managed to also make the Mens Open Final going down 3-2 to place second.

Artie Kross played some great squash, and showed some fantastic sportsmanship to come 6th in his division.

2025 Doubles Squash Tournament

February 27, 2025 By Roxane Manley

Parkes Squash Club Parkes hosted a record number of teams at their 2025 Doubles Tournament.

2025 Parkes Doubles Mens Open Winners.

2025 Parkes Doubles Ladies Open Winners.

2025 Parkes Doubles Mixed A Winners.

Parkes Sports Wrap Up

November 7, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Term 4 Junior Squash and Squidgies is back in full swing.

Parkes Services Squash Courts

Squidgies and Junior Squash have returned on Friday’s. The cost is just $5 and all equipment can be provided. Come along and try.

• Squidgies: 4pm – 4.45pm is for kindy up to year 3

• Juniors: 5pm – 6pm is for year 3 and up

Parkes District Junior Cricket

Parkes U/14 played Forbes under lights in an enjoyable evening of cricket. Parkes won the toss and chose to bat, finishing with a strong total of 3/152 off 24 overs. The top scorers were Jack and Lochie, both retiring at 40. Charlie was run out for 15, Will contributed 14 before being caught, while Sam and Alfie remained not out at 9 and 8, respectively. Forbes batted through their overs, ending with 7/70, with Leo Dwyer as the top scorer, making 31. Parkes’ bowlers performed well, with Will taking 2 wickets for just 4 runs in 2 overs, and Jack claiming 2 wickets for 3 runs.

Parkes Tennis Club

Join us on Saturday, 9th November from 1pm-4pm at Parkes Tennis Club, to help Asha and her Hey Sis Project raise funds for the McGrath Foundation. Can’t make it? Donations can be made via the link www.pinkisthecolour.com.au/s/7277/7801

Parkes Railway Bowling Club

A massive 34 players turned out for Social Bowls on Wednesday 30th October. Winners were Sue White, Paul Kirwan and Phil Barnard winning 16+12. Runners-up were Peter Hope and Dawn Parker winning 16+11. Third place went to Lea Tanks, Rob Hill and Bruce Jones winning 15+7. Marble 9 came out and the Margins were 2, 5, 7, 10, 11 and 12.

Another 16 keen Social Bowlers played on Saturday 2nd November. Winners were Rob Hill and Dave Littlewood winning 17+19. Runners Up were Marryann Watson and George Greenhalgh winning 16+1.

Help Henry Get To The British Junior Open

October 31, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Henry representing Australia to win the 2024 Trans Tasman Test Match. Photo Credit to Rogue Gun Photography.

Fourteen year old Henry Kross from Parkes is working hard to achieve his dream to compete on the biggest global stage in the world for junior squash – the British Junior Open.

Henry has recently returned from the Australian Junior Championships, where he was crowned the Australian Under 15 Champion. This caps off a stellar year which has seen him win the NSW State Championships, NSW Combined High School Championship and represent Australia to win the Trans-Tasman Test Match earlier in the year.

Henry was also selected as the Number 1 Australian player for the Australian All Schools in New Zealand earlier in the year, following on from his success in NZ last year where he won the Oceania Under 15 Championship. Henry is also in the Next Gen Squash Australia Squad and the Squash NSW Talent Squad.

To get to the British Junior Open, being held in Birmingham, England from 2nd to 6th January 2025, Henry is busy fundraising to cover the substantial costs involved.

Only limited Internationals are able to enter the event, and once Squash Australia extended his invitation he has been busy.

He is collecting cans and bottles from the community to cash in at the return and earn stations, running a mega raffle (drawn 11th December) which local businesses have really got behind with great prizes and is also running a lamington drive (orders close Friday 1st November).

Henry will also be holding a Longest Drive Competition at Parkes Golf Club on 10th November from 2pm. Everyone is welcome to come along on the day to compete or spectate, Henry would love to see a big crowd.

You can follow Henry’s squash results and find the details of how to get involved in Henry’s fundraising which is on his Facebook page – Henry Kross Squash.

Parkes Services Squash Courts

October 24, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Thank you to everyone who supported the 2024 Parkes Services Doubles event. We had a great weekend, with a massive 77 teams competing. Thank you Parkes Services Club our major sponsor. Join us in February for our next Doubles tournament.

Parkes Sports Wrap

October 10, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Well done, Ryker and Vashti.

Parkes Golf Club

The Parkes Golf Course for the inaugural Grand Final Cup day, sponsored by pro, Zac Kelly, saw 56 players compete in a 2 person Ambrose. Scratch winners: 67 Michael Thomas and Sam Standen. Nett winners: 61.75 Matthew Spedding and Cameron Standen. It is only a couple of weeks until registration closes for the Super 10s competition this summer. Pop in and grab a registration form from the shop or email zackelly@pgamember.org.au

Parkes Services Squash Courts

Parkes Services Squash Courts is extremely excited to be hosting a Level 1 Squash Coaching Course on 26th – 27th October. Opportunities like this are rare, so please take advantage of it. Get in touch if you would like to register or secure a spot at: https://www.revolutionise.com.au/nswsquash/events/250595

Parkes And District Netball Association

One week to go to register for our Junior and Senior 2024 Spring Comp commencing 15th October. Registrations are open at playhq.com under Parkes District Netball Association. You must have registered and paid before taking the court in week 1.

Parkes Little Athletics Club

Over the last week, Ryker and Vashti competed at All Schools and they absolutely gave it their all. Ryker got silver medal in the 400m, and was a finalist in the 200m. Ryker will now go to Australian All Schools in December in Brisbane. Vashti got a bronze medal in Javelin throwing a PB. Vashti also competed in shot put, discus and hammer throw, getting a PB in hammer throw also.

Henry Kross: Australian Under 15 Boys Champion

October 3, 2024 By Roxane Manley

Henry played at number 1 in the NSW Under 15 Boys Division 1 team and had some tough matches against quality opponents from all around Australia. He saved 11 Championship points to become the National Champion.

Well done Henry! Photo credit: Rogue Gun PhotographyAlso representing the 2024 NSW Bluetongues was Jay Cross who has stepped up to Head Coach to see the team through AJC. Max Jones – NSW Division 2 Under 15 Boys team and Cooper Jones – NSW Division 2 Under 13 Boys team.

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