Author: Paul

Westow is north east of York and has had a pétanque terrain for many years but it’s time to move on to a new location. It’s all explained in the story of the crowdfunder they’ve set up which has a video and much more information which you can see at this link below:

https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/new-terrain-at-westow-cricket-club#start

Huddersfield used a crowdfunder 5 years ago to build the log cabin and flat area, buy tables and chairs and other items. We raised over £1,100 some from members, some from other pétanque players around the country and some from anonymous donors. If everyone gives just £10 to Westow there’s a good chance they will reach their £2,000 target. They’re nearly a third of the way already.

St David’s Day Shotgun Pairs had Joyce and Moira winning first prize (3 wins +22) and Phil & Roy taking second place (3 wins & +19 and winning a tie break for 2nd/3rd place). Welsh themed prizes were awarded.

The first of 2 trial events for Midweek Pétanque is next Tuesday 1030 at Heckmondwike. They’ve been designed for players who want to try a more competitive game than the HPC sessions but not as demanding as regional events. Here’s the answers to the most asked questions.

Who started this? We’re a group of pétanque players from West Yorkshire Clubs. We are not a club. At our first meeting were Clive, Gordon, Tony, Colin, David, Bev, Roger, Roy, Paul, Robin, Brendan & Shirley. We’re hoping to put on competitive but friendly midweek pétanque events targeting players about an hour’s drive from venues in West Yorkshire.

Why? There’s a significant amount of social pétanque played in local clubs but there is also a demand for more competitive play from some players. There may only be a few in each club but there is enough for such players to work together to provide competitive events that cut across club boundaries. Regional & national events tend to be at weekends and long days with early starts and we think there is a market for mid week, off peak, short day events.

Where? Our initial plans are for events at West Yorkshire clubs. We hope to have 2 trial events in early 2023 to see if the idea works.

When? As the name suggests they will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays and run from mid morning to mid afternoon thus avoiding rush hour traffic. Typical timings will be 1030 start; 1245 lunch; 1315 restart; 1515 finish.

What? The format will be a 4 round snake with a low entry fee. You’ll keep the same partner all day. All money returned as prizes. No licence, no membership, no affiliations required. No ranking points, no league tables. Each event will be self contained, no pre-registration & pay on the day.

How much will it cost and are there prizes? £5 for pairs and £9 for triples. All entry fees will be returned as prizes but the emphasis is on more little prizes rather than a few big prizes.

Can I bring a 3 person pairs team and a 4 person triples team? Yes

What if it’s bad weather? Wear extra layers for a cold day and bring waterproofs if it might rain. Only extreme weather will force a cancellation.

How do you decide the winner? Similar to HPC melees. Most wins is the winner and points difference resolves ties. All players who give their email will be emailed the results sheet.

Over the last year Huddersfield Petanque Club has been fundraising for its chosen charity Prostate Cancer UK.

During 2022 Sue Crofts and her team of helpers organised many fund raising events which generated record donations from club members and players throughout the year

Many events featured themed pétanque games ranging from Race Day and Bastille Day to a very self indulgent and enjoyable Strawberries and Prosecco day

With a Yorkshire Pairs competition hosted by the Huddersfield Petanque club and tickets from Sue’s team raffles we were able to boost the funds to a very creditable £600