Stratford Croquet Club hosts Masters competition

• Published date: 10 April 2024
• Author: Alyssa Smith
• Publication title: Stratford Press

South Taranaki Croquet Association and Stratford Croquet Club member Eileen Judd said it’s great the Stratford club hosted the event

“We’re stoked. The Masters Games haven’t happened for three years. To get the hosting rights on the first year it’s back is pretty special. Unfortunately, due to only having two greens, we had to limit the numbers to 16 doubles for Saturday and eight singles for Sunday. We hope to get bigger lawns in the future to host bigger events.”

She said players from Stratford, Park Hawera, Inglewood, New Plymouth and West End croquet clubs were at the competition.

“All of the clubs are supportive of each other. It’s great to have so many clubs represented.”

She said the game is great for all ages.

“It could be played by 5-year-olds right up to grandparents. The style of golf croquet is easy, quick and low impact. It’s also a great way to get out in the fresh air and exercise both the body and mind. It has a social aspect but also a...