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WHO DARES WINS! Most of the original entrants defied the forecast of the meteorogic, metorolgy, metelogical, weather men, and 16 hardy souls played a very enjoyable competition in perfect conditions. Congratulations to Des on winning his first competition, with Kevin, and for his kind hospitality in Pickie clubhouse afterwards. The new gazebo also had its…

Well done to Ciaran and Bob on reaching the S/Finals of this competition in June 2023 and to Sylver for his organisation and hospitality.

Congratulations to Humberto, Helen and Linda on winning the RFS trophy on 1 July 2023. Due to several postponements, this was our first competition of the year and also, a first competition win for Linda. Unfortunately, Humberto suffered an attack of camera shyness and is not in the photo.

A few of our members attended this project on the a’noon of 30 June 2023, to give a second ‘demo’. A few passers-by and staff associated with the project ‘gave it a go’. There are no great expectations ( a good title for a book ) that our Club will benefit in any meaningful way…

For the first time in 17 years, over the 29/30 May 2023, Ireland beat Scotland and Wales to win the CC. The final result was, Ireland A 34 wins, Scotland 27 wins, Wales 20 wins and Ireland B 15 wins. Our Club can hold its head high on 2 counts. Firstly, with the assistance of…

Following a 2 stage qualifying competition, ending on 1 April 2023, 6 members of North Down PC will represent the Irish Petanque Association’s Ireland ‘A’ team against the Scots and Welsh in the forthcoming Celtic Challenge to be held on 29/30 April at Pickie BC. Back row L to R Pat McCarthy, Kevin McBrien, John…