The Complex Rover Ball Situation
I saved this one for last because I've been dreading sitting down and reading the six-wicket rules on rover play. I can safely say that I'll probably retain that information just long enough to make this post.
Morning Coffee: March Croquet Network Magazine, International Polo Results and Winter Olympics
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The March issue of Croquet Network was released over the weekend featuring an interview with women's GC world Champion, Alix Verge in addition to a piece on the Wine, Wickets and Wheels golf croquet event slated for July this summer in Fremont, Ohio. Paddy Chapman is the player profile of the month.
Croquet Video: New Zealand MacRobertson Shield Team Announcement
The line-up for New Zealand has been available for a while, but I just found this video by Paddy Chapman that captured the announcement.
Read MoreBreaking News: Great Britain Announces MacRobertson Team
The Great Britain Team for the 2010 MacRobertson Shield is:
Keith Aiton (C)
Rutger Beijderwellen
Chris Clarke
Robert Fulford
David Maugham
Stephen Mulliner
Reserves to be determined.
Croquet Hat: Official Small Logo Store
Croquet Network Product of the Month -- Official Small Logo Croquet Hat - $18.95 plus s/h
For newcomers, the Croquet Network Magazine and accompanying website are free. To offset costs, we use Cafepress to push clever croquet shirts, hats, polos, coffee mugs and plenty more. If you enjoy the site or digital magazine, think of us next time you are in need of a croquet-related item. All of our designs are featured on the Croquet Network Store page. Consider this your once a month advertisement of our store.
This month, we're highlighting the Official Croquet Network small Logo collection. Click here to check out the full collection or to buy the hat pictured to the right, go to the Croquet Network Small Logo Hat page.
Morning Coffee: Denmark Joins WCF and Peyton Ballenger
The WCF announcement that Denmark's Danish Gymnastics and Sports Association (DGI) has been accepted as an observing member could be a massive boost for the federations membership totals. According the article, DGI has active croquet membership of 5,000 with 226 clubs.
Read MoreCroquet Video: Katherine Roquets
This is croquet in Kansas in the winter. Note the Solomon grip. Dad uses a standard grip.
Read MoreCroquet Search Trends (January 2010)
Here is the January list for hottest trending croquet keywords that hit CroquetNetwork.com last month:
Read MoreCroquet Poll: Most Prestigious Croquet Event
This month we're starting a new monthly poll you can find it in the right hand column near the bottom of the site. I'm kind of leaning toward Annapolis Cup because it draws the biggest audience. Let's hear what you have to say!
Morning Coffee: USCA Grand Prix, 2011 Women's GC + Twitter
The 2009 USCA Grand Prix results are in and Croquet World has a fantastic article with photos breaking down the season. Ben Rothman took the overall Grand Prix title and also finished first in both the doubles and singles standings. Rothman's frequent doubles partner Doug Grimsley was second overall and second in doubles play. Following Rothman (18,570 singles points) in singles play -- 2. Danny Huneycutt (15,525) 3. Jeff Soo (13,800 ) 4. Doug Grimsley (11,810) 5. John C. Osborn (11,180).
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