Bridge Club News
The PBC 50th Anniversary Party held on Saturday 3rd September was a wonderful celebration of the club. 180 attended and enjoyed bridge followed by a splendid lunch.
Colin Mingay entertained us with humorous anecdotes, followed by the historic Duke of Cumberland hand, also played by James Bond in Moonraker. John Castle recalled the early days of the club and the wonderful individuals who founded and developed the Club. Sue Riley did a marvellous job as MC, as well as recalling some of the history. She acknowledged the contributions of our longer established members who have been part of the club for more than 30 years, as well as our Honorary Life Members.
We particularly enjoyed the tale of the petition to reinstate afternoon tea as a Club institution. Verl did a sterling job as always as Director for the event. Trish Giles spoke of the friendliness of the club, and Alan acknowledged the wonderful work of the Bridge Education team, which is bringing so many new members into the club. Bill Fitzsimons spoke of his experience as a newer member, coming in through the education program and enjoying the friendly and supportive atmosphere of the club.
The day was made possible by the large number of members who contributed to the day- it was a marvellous team effort. But mainly thanks are due to Sarah Young who organised the whole event.
The State Open Pairs qualifying sessions ended with Tom Wykoff and Len Evershed just ahead of Verl Lawrence and Colin Chase. Vickie Busteed and Vona Hadfield were third. Well done to them all!
The evening GNOT qualifying event was won by the Davies team with Peter Clarke, Jim Rothwell, Alan Davies and Vivien Eldridge. The runners up were the Abbenbroek team with Carolyn Dowling, Jan McLennan, Linda Abbenbroek, Josie Noble, Lori Neville and Jeanette Weaver.
A good day was had by all at the Peninsula Swiss Pairs Congress. The winners were David Weston and Kim Morrison. Peninsula did very well in the Restricted section with Tom Wykoff and Len Evershed in first place and Terry and Jim Rothwell second. The best Peninsula pair were Alan Davies and Vivien Eldridge.
Thanks to Ronnie Ng for a very smoothly run congress. Also thanks to the kitchen helpers and everyone who contributed food for the tables. Everyone really appreciated the food,
Jim's son Matthew worked as a caddy so we were very pleased to have three generations of Rothwells at the club.
For the full results click here.
The annual Charles Mitchell Members Only Pairs competition was won by Cath Whiddon and David Farmer. There were 43 pairs competing. The runners up were Jo Jarvis and Trish Giles just ahead of Peter Clarke and Vivien Eldridge.
Thanks to the director Sue Falkingham who managed to run a special movement to give one winning pair.
The Members only Teams was won by the Fawcett team that consisted of Joan, Joan Rutherford, Eunice Newman & Colin Dempster. They won 4 out of their 5 rounds. The Bertram team came 2nd with the Evershed team 3rd. Well done to all these teams.
Congratulations to the Duggin team consisting of Chris, Jocelyn Bertram, Cath Whiddon and Anne Small to win the State Open Teams. The Scotford team came 2nd with the Davies team 3rd.
PBC is celebrating it's 50th anniversary this year and would like to invite all members for a FREE session of bridge and a spectacular lunch. All members are welcome to attend this fun filled day on Saturday 3rd September. We will be starting the day at 10am sharp with a session of bridge and then lunch at 1pm.
Congratulations to Alan Davies for having a great win in the last round of the Autumn Individual to win the title. Trish Giles came 2nd with Rachael Loomes in 3rd place. If you would like to look at the overall scores, please find these under Results/Other Results.
