By Deanne Jeffers
DESPITE being flooded in October and being unable to use their clubrooms at present time, Mooroopna Croquet Club is showing just how popular it is, attracting around 40 new members so far this year.
On Monday, croquet players from clubs in Albury, Shepparton, Mooroopna, Numurkah, Rich River, Deniliquin and Euroa gathered at Mooroopna for a demonstration of association croquet by former Australian title holder, Kenn Boal.
Association croquet is the traditional version of the game, it is a challenging and intriguing sport requiring tactical ability, judgment and skill rather than strength and fast reflexes. More than 20 players came out for the workshop, with many keen to further their skills in the sport.
Compared with association croquet, golf croquet has simpler rules and is more interactive, but it requires a similar level of accuracy and tactical awareness.
Association croquet is held Wednesday night and Saturday mornings at Mooroopna, and golf croquet is played on Monday mornings and evenings, and Thursday afternoons.
Portable buildings have been provided to Mooroopna Croquet Club, who meet at the facility on Echuca Road. Club secretary, Helen Wrest, said they are very thankful to Council for their assistance during the floods and clean up.
“Our rooms were flooded back in October and the carpet and furnishings have all been removed. The council has been wonderful. The rooms need to be assessed and asbestos removed still but we’re very thankful for the support,” said Helen.
