Contributed by David Kerr
Ross Meneely Builders recently enjoyed an end of year gathering at the Range Croquet Club.
A “builder’s dozen” of tradesmen, apprentices and staff, spent an hour or so being introduced to the noble game of croquet.
President Sarah Widin and “Jack-of-All” Wallace Roy (the 3rd) commenced the session by introducing the team to the mallets, grips, stances, strokes, hoops and balls after which, with fluids in-hand, play commenced.
As with any new players there were some who showed almost immediate appreciation and aptitude, and others who were more of the “square peg in a round hole” category.
While it was too early to identify future Pennant contenders it was an enjoyable session, with plenty of banter and laughs.
As a break from play and a further opportunity to rehydrate the group took part in a relay race where three hand selected teams raced to belt large custom-made headless spikes into the ends of a piece of hardwood.
This demonstrated to the Croquet Club members that the boys were better hitting with a claw hammer that swinging a croquet mallet between their legs!
The Club says thanks to Ross and the team for attending, getting to know croquet and the generous lawn fee donation.
If you would like to know more about the game or our club, then please call Sarah on 0417640704.