Dates are now fixed for our monthly social tournament the Thornton Cup, and these are listed below:
Sat 28th May
Sat 25th June
Sat 30th July
Sat 27th Aug
The Thornton Cup is open to all members old and new as well as nominated juniors. Those who have competed in the tournament in previous years will know just how much fun the day can be. Those members who have not well you simply must come….. it's a great day.
The Thornton Cup is an informal, mixed doubles round robin tournament which, although nicely competitive, has the emphasis on having a good day rather than winning at all costs. The format can change from month to month but is normally…
2.15pm - Register you name, pay the entry fee of £5 and draw for your partner.
3.30pm - Break for communal afternoon tea. (Please bring a contribution, cake, scones, buns etc).
5.15pm ish - Counting up of individual game scores. With “Penalty Shoot Out” for tied positions.
5.15pm ish - Semi Finals
5.30pm ish - Final
6.00pm - Presentation of Thornton Cup
Break
7.15pm - Return to club for BBQ / Picnic (Again bring your own - maybe a bottle of wine or a few beers)
9.00pm - Quiz
