But players have been busy since their season opened on September 20 with a mixed pairs competition.

Opening day was also Patrons’ Day and attended by the patrons Mr and Mrs Ted Waters.

The competition was won by Murray Waters and Marg Hawking.

John Hawking and Pat Sweetman were runners-up.

October 2 was Ladies’ President’s Day, with president May Evans presenting the trophies.

The mixed pairs were won by Mary Samsa and Tony Bryant with even scores, while the trophy was shared with Fiona Holroyd and Bob Lawrence. Runners-up were Pat Sweetman and Murray Waters.

Championship mixed pairs on October 3 were won by Hazel and Cardy Crutwell.

Runners-up were Fiona Holroyd and Les Brooks.

Championship triples were played over October 4 and 11 and won by Murray Waters, Connie Neilson and Bill Gorman. Runners-up were Tony Bryant, Hazel Crutwell and Les Brooks.