July 2009 Club Newsletter

Posted by Alina

August 26, 2009

BURADOO POLOCROSSE CLUB

PRESIDENT

Mr Bill Heuston

11342 Wee Jasper Road

YASS NSW 2582

PH: 02 6226 1606

jheuston@bigpond.com

SECRETARY

Mrs Ann Anderson

c/o Wingello Post Office

Wingello NSW 2579

PH/Fax: 02 48410 400

BURRADOO NEWSLETTER

JULY 2009

Newsletter compiled by Belinda Tarlinton. If you would like to contribute any news, photos or ads, please contact Belinda on (AH) 02 4849 4361 or email dbtarlinton@westnet.com.au

THE SEASON HAS NEARLY COME AND GONE

Where has the year gone? What seemed to be a long season has seemed to flash past. The Quad Challenge, whilst an exceptional amount of work, went off without any major disasters and we have earnt ourselves an excellent reputation of being capable of running a carnival of this magnitude.

Quad Challenge

I think for some of the members, we wondered if we would even make it to the Quad Challenge, but make it we did, and the event was a success! There are too many individuals who deserve to be named for all of their hard work, but for fear of potentially missing names, I am just going to say, THANK YOU TO ONE AND ALL FOR ALL OF YOUR HARD WORK AND EFFORT PUT INTO THE ORGANISING AND RUNNING OF THE QUAD CHALLENGE. There were so many facets of running this carnival that we had not experienced before, so I think we also learnt a lot as we went along. We should also note that 4 Southern Highland zone clubs put up their hands to assist us- so thank you to Braidwood, Lake George, Moss Vale and Yass Clubs. Unfortunately the weather was not kind to us on the Sunday, however the crowds still came and witnessed some amazing polocrosse matches. The first final was contested between South Africa and the United Kingdom, with South Africa running out winners 18 to 17. The next games were the club A Open and A Mixed finals. The last match was the final between Australia and New Zealand. Australia’s performance reflected what a well practised and highly skilled team they were, beating New Zealand 27 to 8.

If you would like to see photos, please visit the site of our official photographer, Ben Simpson (www.ogadesign.com.au) as he took some fantastic game and crowd shots.

Congratulations to Allan and Alina Gilpin as their horse, “Elmwood Oregon” won Champion Men’s ASH and Overall Champion ASH. Whilst speaking of horses, without the generosity of horse owners for lending their horses, the carnival would not have been able to go ahead. I hope those who did lend horses, enjoyed the experience of watching your horse play at that level.

It was fantastic to see so many old Burradoo members attend the carnival to catch up with each other. We hope to keep the reunions happening every few of years so we can keep in contact with these members.

2009 Season

We have had a number of successes over the 2009 season, with teams participating in finals and members winning individual awards. We have been represented by 4-5 senior teams most carnivals and a fantastic turnout of juniors and subbies who have provided many exciting games for the spectators on the sideline! Congratulations to our juniors and subbies for such great results this season. You should all be very proud!

Congratulations to the following members who have been selected to represent Southern Highlands at the NSW Zone Championships in Young on the 1 & 2 August:

Ann Anderson- Masters Mixed Team

Bruce Greenslade- Masters Mixed Team

Belinda Tarlinton- 1^st Women’s Team

Sam Shields- U24 Women’s Team

Kyal Martin- 2^nd Men’s Team

Brian Martin- Senior Mixed Team

Lillian Rodwell- Senior Mixed Team

Ella Edwards- Junior Open Team

Maddy Cormie- Junior Open Team

Adam Rodwell- Junior Mixed Team

James Brackenreg- 1^st Sub-jnr Team

Isaac Martin- 1^st Sub-jnr Team

Ben Rodwell- 2^nd Sub-jnr Team

Riley Edwards- 2^nd Sub-jnr Team

Ben Baxter- 2^nd Sub-jnr Team

It’s fantastic to see so many Burradoo members representing!

Congratulations also to Kylie Goatham, Sam Shields, Bruce Greenslade, Rod Edwards and Belinda Tarlinton who are all on the NSW squads for selection at the 2010 Australian National Championships to be held in Ballarat. The teams will be announced at the completion of the NSW Zone Championships at Young. Good luck!

Shower Block

The shower block has been completed and used at the Quad Challenge and the SH zone carnival. There have been many compliments received about them. A big thank you to Paul Adams, Paul Brackenreg, Adam Dickson, Andrew Dickson, Andrew Blenkinsopp, Tony Christian, Brian Martin, Gary Lidgard, Neville Gilpin and Bill Heuston for all your hard work in completing this project. Don’t think anyone will be able to complain about Burradoo showers ever again!

Pony Club Coaching

Bruce, Janis and Vanessa Greenslade, Damian and Ben Baxter, and Ann Anderson made the trip to Worrigee to coach at the Berry Pony Club on the 25^th July. A big thank you to them. I hear the day went well.
We are looking at hosting a pony club coaching day at Bong Bong on Sunday 25^th October. If you are a coach and willing to help, please contact Allan Gilpin.
Bruce also travelled to Forest Hills Pony Club a few months ago to coach their members. Thanks Bruce.

Uniform

For those who are looking for Club Uniform, the costs are as follows:

Club Shirts: $40.00
Set of numbers: $20.00
Saddlecloth: $40.00
Water-proof warm up jackets: $85.00

There is also a prototype jacket of red and yellow, similar to the old style for sale for $70. It is a large size- 110 cms.

There is also a small amount of Quad Merchandise left if you would like to purchase it.

Please contact Ann if you need anything.

Some items from the State

- Anyone who brings a dog or swaps horses during the course of a carnival will be banned for 2 weeks. Please refer to rule 3A and 3B in the rule book for the explanations.

- Any player, who has a young horse to play as well as a “going” horse, must be nominated into the spare player’s pool.

- Reminder that split reins must not be used- playing or umpiring. The reins should also not be longer than 1.6 metres.

- Nominations close 3 August for anyone interested in being the Manager or Coach of the 2011 Australian team for the World Cup in England.

- Jo Langford, WA Secretary was awarded PAA Administrator of the Year.

- Gill Mathie has been announced the PAA President.

Bits and Pieces

CONGRATULATIONS to Natasha and Andrew Blenkinsopp on the safe arrival of Jake Michael Blenkinsopp on the 15^th March.
Our condole scenes to Brian Martin and his family on the loss of Brian’s father.
Congratulations to Louise Kilby who has recently returned from representing Australia in the U23 Coxless Four rowing which was held in the Czech Republic in July. Lou’s team came 3^rd. Fantastic effort! Lou had to move to Melbourne earlier this year to train with her team; hence we haven’t seen her on the polocrosse field this year. However Lou is looking forward to being back on the field in 2010.
Get well to Glen Dorahy who had a nasty spill at Hall carnival.
Our best wishes to Bernadette Brown who is currently battling health issues, but reportedly has been given a clear report recently.
Condolences to the friends and family of Claudia York who passed away recently.
Riley Edwards broke his arm earlier in the season but has recovered well.
Andrew Blenkinsopp underwent surgery in June, but has recovered well.
Bon Voyage to Taneale Murray who is travelling to Germany in September!
Our thoughts to the family of David Absolon, who recently passed away. David was a strong player and regular supporter of our carnivals over the past few years.
Keep an eye out for the end of year presentation and AGM dates which will be out later.
Damien Baxter has joined the farrier world, so if you are looking for a farrier, contact Damien on 0415 157 649. Also, congratulations to Damien and Vanessa on their engagement, and also for winning the prize of a weekend away at the Crowne Plaza in Sydney for their dedication as horse-carers at the Quad challenge.
Back in February Bruce Greenslade and Rod Edwards travelled to Ballarat to participate in the Masters Games where they had a successful carnival.
Margie Englebach was disappointed that she and Lisa missed our carnival. However in any of the older members are passing near Minmi, Margie would love to see you! Please contact Ann for Margie’s contact details.
Bill Heuston is hoping to hold a Golf Fun Day later on in the year. Keep an eye out for details soon!