Grand Haven Invitational - 2012
Grand Haven Invitational - Oct 30 -Nov 3, 2012
Richard Burns, Charlie Greer, and Bob Crouch took home the 1st Place Trophies in the 7th Annual Grand Haven Invitational. The tournament got off to a good start, with 24 players arriving on Tuesday for pre-tournament practice. It was a good mixture of 10 Grand Haven players and 14 players representing other clubs. The weather was a little cool but the skies were sunny and clear.
Richard Burns, Charlie Greer, and Bob Crouch took home the 1st Place Trophies in the 7th Annual Grand Haven Invitational. The tournament got off to a good start, with 24 players arriving on Tuesday for pre-tournament practice. It was a good mixture of 10 Grand Haven players and 14 players representing other clubs. The weather was a little cool but the skies were sunny and clear.
Fred Jones, Tournament Director, organized the tournament into three flights competing over 3 full days, 8 players in Championship Flight (Handicaps 4 - 6), 8 players in 1st Flight (Handicaps 6 - 10); and 8 players in 2nd Flight (Handicaps 10 - 12).
Games were held on an oversized court, divided into two, allowing for
4 staggered matches at a time.
Everyone played six games with the top three in each block competing in a single elimination ladder on Saturday
4 staggered matches at a time.
Everyone played six games with the top three in each block competing in a single elimination ladder on Saturday
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The tournament committee, under the direction of the Tournament Manager Gabriella Tuscano, did an excellent job of mixing croquet play with social events to keep both the players and their guests occupied.
Special recognition was given to Yvonne Croizer, Social Director, for her tireless efforts in planning the social events, food, and beverages for the tournament. Acknowledgement of appreciation was also given to the Hospitality Team: Yvonne Croizer, Paula Benham, Stephanie LeRoux, Margaret Matuszak, Anne Marie Zilligen; |
Photographers: Paul Beaulieu, Steve Davidson.
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The Welcome Reception was held at the home of Pat Williams, where schedules and favors were handed out. Players got acquainted over endless liquid refreshments, appetizers, and desserts.
Off to the courts to play some tournament croquet...
First, the flights ...
Championship Flight with handicaps from 4 - 6:
Championship Flight with handicaps from 4 - 6:
Andree Bothe -
Bombay Croquet Club, LA 
Richard Burns -
GHCC 
Carol Burns -
GHCC 
Don Lancto -
Independent, NC (Pictured with his wife Gerry) |
Richard Watson -
Green Boundary Croquet Club, SC 
Mijai Pagano -
GHCC 
Mike Conry -
Pinehurst Croquet Club, NC 
Jim Pagano -
GHCC |
First Flight with handicaps from 6 - 10:
Charlie Greer -
GHCC 
Richard Palmer -
Sarasota County Croquet Club, FL 
David Yurk -
GHCC 
Charlotte Neagle -
Sarasota County Croquet Club, FL |
Bill Rinaman -
Pinehurst Croquet Club, NC 
Lester Avera -
GHCC 
Gary Anderson -
Sarasota County Croquet Club, FL 
Terry Philcox -
Fleet Landing Croquet Club, FL |
Second flight with handicaps from 10 - 12:
Bob Crouch -
GHCC 
Jenny Dees -
Bald Head Island Croquet Club, NC 
Peter Stirrup -
Hammock Dunes Croquet, FL 
Gerry Lancto -
Independent, NC (Picture not available) |
Marilyn Heberling -
Fleet Landing Croquet Club, FL 
John Fitterman -
GHCC 
Paul Beaulieu - GHCC
Lee Anderson -
Sarasota County Croquet Club, FL |
River Club for Cocktails and Food
Rich Burns, President of the Grand Haven Croquet Club, opened the Banquet Dinner welcoming members and guests.
Fred Jones, Tournament Director & Hall of Fame Recipient, always has something to say to the audience.
Nancy Avera, the master storyteller, treated everyone to the story behind the croquet life of Archie Burchfield. The story was well researched and brought back memories to some of the old timers and was a great story for the newer players
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Many years ago, Fred Jones played against Archie, and Charlie Greer’s Uncles from Kentucky played with Archie Burchfield.
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Saturday morning the crowds gathered to watch a single elimination ladder for the finals.
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Second Flight it was Marilyn Heberling besting Jenny Dees in the semi-final by one wicket and going on to lose to Bob Crouch 18-10 in the final.
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In First Flight, it was Les Avera, Richard Palmer, and Charlie Greer, resulting in a final match between Richard & Charlie. Charlie Greer took the match 15-12.
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In the Championship Flight, Rich Watson defeated Carol Burns, then went on to meet Rich Burns in the final. Rich Burns held true to his undefeated record and beat Watson in a 13-12 come from behind game.
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Awards Presentations
Championship Flight
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Championship Flight Winners: Rich Burns, Richard Watson, and Carol Burns
First Flight
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First Flight Winners: Charlie Greer, Richard Palmer, and Les Avera
Second Flight
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Second Flight Winners: Bob Crouch, Marilyn Heberling, and Jenny Dees
Click on "Download" below to see Fred Jones' Tournament Recp
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