tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83885223909249534732024-03-13T07:29:05.141-07:00Forfar Indoor SportsForfar Indoor Sports is located at Suttieside in the Market Town of Forfar in the burgh of Angus. This blog site has been designed to keep members and anyone with an interest in the activities of Forfar Indoor Sports informed as to current events, results, competitions and items of general interest.
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E-Mail: admin@forfarindoorsports.co.ukPotlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-19726217399471508082010-10-13T09:03:00.000-07:002010-10-13T09:03:59.466-07:00New FIS Web-Site Up & RunningOur new website is now live and looking good.<br />
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Please visit <a href="http://www.forfarindoorsports.co.uk/">http://www.forfarindoorsports.co.uk/</a> and see for yourself. With many features, live results a gallery and up to the minute news make sure you bookmark us.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-18797199583962969952010-07-28T01:23:00.000-07:002010-07-28T01:48:32.150-07:00Season 2010 - 2011 UpdateWork continues at a pace as we frantically prepare for the new season. <br />
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The builders are in knocking down walls and building new ones to accomodate new office space and a new lounge. The decorators will follow.<br />
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Ice bookings will be issued shortly. We are slightly later than in previous years but as you know we decided to seek comments and work hard on the allocations this year to best accomodate club requests and this has created a great deal more work re-allocating ice.<br />
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We have also been working hard with the Ice Skating Club with a view to working more efficiently between the curling and ice skating and this has also required a number of changes to be made from the normal practices. <br />
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As I say we hope to have bookings out to club secretaries within the next week.<br />
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Steve has recently returned from a week's long ice makers course at Fussen in Germany run by the WCF Ice Technician teams. Having returned with many ideas and additional knowledge Steve says the course was excellent and that can only help ensure Forfar's Ice is some of the best in the country.<br />
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The stones are currently away to Kays of Scotland being refurbished (both the running and striking band) and we look forward to testing them on the new ice as soon as it is laid.<br />
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As I am sure most will have heard we are delighted to be employing a new full time Curling Officer for next season. Jill Macdonald has been appointed and starts work on 16th August. With a brief to develop curling at all levels, assisting clubs to secure new members, and develop the business aspects of the game Jill will have work cut out but I am certain she will be up for the challenges that lie ahead.<br />
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Finally on the competition front the Forfar Open is going ahead on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th October 2010. We are still looking for a few rinks so if you fancy an early season competitive competition please pass your name on to Aileen as soon as possible. <br />
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The come and try sessions will be held on Sunday 10th October so please feel free to let your members know and try and get new curlers along for the days events. It starts at 10am on the 10th day of the 10th month, 2010 not easy to forget. To book a place contact Aileen on <a href="mailto:aileen@forfarindoorsports.co.uk">aileen@forfarindoorsports.co.uk</a> <br />
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The following weekend sees the Scottish Womens Mini Tour taking over the rink with ten of the top teams from around the country and beyond coming to Forfar. We are delighted to be given the chance to host this competition this year along with the Scottish Schools Finals, Scottish Seniors Qualifiers, Scottish WRI finals and others. <br />
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We have also arranged an inter ice rink match between Aberdeen and Forfar Ice Rinks with a home and away game in the season to decide the winner. The game will be open to all members and should be great opportunity for different club members to get together to play as one team from the club. Adults, Juniors, Ladies or Men can put their names down and travel will be arranged. Lists will be up on the ice rink notice boards for the start of the season.<br />
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The new web-site has been delayed but should be up shortly. We are trying to make it a real benefit to members and it is taking a bit longer than expected to be up and live but we are pressing on with it. <br />
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That is probably enough for now but watch this space as we really start to build towards the new season.<br />
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As always if anyone has any comment or observations please do not hesitate to contact me on <a href="mailto:mike@forfarindoorsports.co.uk">mike@forfarindoorsports.co.uk</a>Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-16560275820777701922010-07-01T01:17:00.000-07:002010-07-01T01:17:56.057-07:00All Quiet...... but watch this space.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNIw_72TOH7LRS3pNtE1ZcSopDpa6wTO81LgrxALL-09kRZKmTC9dwl5eTe00bR5G0KdOMNViEmnMPhdTcHe_T6vA7ancc-nfFly15L78dyThBCHPe8gGqVcv5na8oZ3xm0aB6qF8exCg/s1600/DSC_0248.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rw="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNIw_72TOH7LRS3pNtE1ZcSopDpa6wTO81LgrxALL-09kRZKmTC9dwl5eTe00bR5G0KdOMNViEmnMPhdTcHe_T6vA7ancc-nfFly15L78dyThBCHPe8gGqVcv5na8oZ3xm0aB6qF8exCg/s320/DSC_0248.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><em>The Doors Are Closed - But Still A Lot Going On...</em></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>I trust everyone is enjoying the summer and this excellent weather we have at present. It is a while since the last post so I thought it about time we brought everyone up to date with events that have been happening since the centre closed for the summer.<br />
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Whilst there isn't the usual throng of bodies going around the centre it is business as usual as we prepare for the new season. We promised several innovations and this is indeed what is happening.<br />
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<ul><li>Steve is currently away in Fussen, Germany on the WCF Ice Makers Course. After a week long course with instruction from the top ice makers in the world you can't but pick up tips and tricks which I am sure will benefit our ice in Forfar. </li>
<li>All 112 stones are away to Kays of Scotland getting reprofiled to bring them up to modern day standards. With both the Running Edge and the Striking Band being reprofiled we can fully expect good swing come the new season.</li>
<li>Plans have been drawn up and building warrants passed for several internal alterations to assit the general administration and development of the centre. With a new Corporate Lounge and reception areas we are looking forward to the inclusion of several new services in the new season.</li>
<li>Interviews are being held next week for the new post of Forfar Curling Officer. With several high quality candidates applied for the post we are certain we will find a keen and enthused individual to help develop curling in the Angus area.</li>
<li>The new all singing and dancing web-site is coming on well and should be up live in the next week or so. </li>
<li>With the country struggling to work it's way out of recession budgets remain tight however we do intend to freshen up as much of the building as we can to try and enhance the overall atmosphere for all members. </li>
<li>We are delighted to announce we have secured a number of top quality national competitions to the ice rink for the coming season. Forfar will, this year host The RCCC Scottish Schools National Finals, The RCCC Scottish Womens Mini Tour, The Scottish WRI National Finals, The RCCC Under-17's Grand Slam. Exciting times indeed and it will be great to see so much national competition coming to Forfar, and I should say a boost for the area with accomodation, etc </li>
<li>Finally, we are trying to re-establish the Forfar Open to be held on Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th October 2010. We have already secured entries from as far afield as Inverness and Ayr. Ideally we can push the entry up to 16 teams so if you haven't entered please do so in order that we can make our final plans. Simply send an e-mail to <a href="mailto:admin@forfarindoorsports.co.uk">admin@forfarindoorsports.co.uk</a> indicating your intention to participate. It will be great to see this competition up and running again. </li>
</ul>That is it for now I think. If you want any further information or have any suggestions for the coming season please do not hesitate to contact me at <a href="mailto:mike@forfarindoorsports.co.uk">mike@forfarindoorsports.co.uk</a> . <br />
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Best wishes<br />
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Mike S. Ferguson<br />
Managing DirectorPotlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-70455198758172188872010-03-30T01:18:00.000-07:002010-03-30T06:40:28.545-07:00Closing Weekend<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIn2KECmqk19yYNW3T-WVISSpGDQm1P5SPPx5ERkf4DT-JwFpZxnimeyNnRUtKK-1H1hFqYrOBwl65_pu1SoSUwysM6Fl_HhRnPVXIV7Jw9uvGFCVCGUNbrZARMKtIBNGSeIxXgWovDho/s1600/Top+Ten.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" nt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIn2KECmqk19yYNW3T-WVISSpGDQm1P5SPPx5ERkf4DT-JwFpZxnimeyNnRUtKK-1H1hFqYrOBwl65_pu1SoSUwysM6Fl_HhRnPVXIV7Jw9uvGFCVCGUNbrZARMKtIBNGSeIxXgWovDho/s400/Top+Ten.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><em>The Winning Teams</em></strong></div><br />
It was an excellent very busy closing weekend at the ice rink culminating with the RCCC Area 9 Top Ten Team Challenge (Sponsored By Ferguson Oliver) on Sunday 28th March. <br />
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12 teams arrived at the ice rink from Aberdeen, Kincardineshire, Angus and Dundee just in time for a warm welcome and a bacon roll. The competition proved a truly enjoyable yet competitive day of curling with results going right down to the wire as they always do in this particular event. <br />
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The format of the Top Ten Challenge is quite unique with rinks, triples & pairs played at all of the first three sessions and then four players nominated by their club to compete in the final hotshots session helps build the tension. Clubs are going up and down the leader board after every session.<br />
With Edzell CC leading the pack into the final hotshots stage of the competition teams moved up and down the leader board as results came in. At the end of the day Fothringham CC emerged winners with Dundee CC a valiant second and Letham Grange third. Well done to all the teams for making the day such a success and it was agreed that the timing of the event as a close of season competition worked well.<br />
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</div>Through in the bowling rink on Saturday Brechin Bowling Club arrived as guests to compete against Forfar Indoor Bowling Club. With outdoor versus indoor the challenge was on. As you would expect the indoor club won quite handsomely on their home turf but a great sociable day was had by all. <br />
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The new Stan Ferguson Memorial Trophy was presented to Ian Stewart FIBC President with Neil Duncan BBC President adding a few kinds words. Here is hoping the competition can become a regular on the calender.<br />
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Attentions now turn to preparing for next season and attending to the property and other domestic issues. <strong><em></em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>I would like to take this opportunity to thank all members for their support in this first season under new management I have learned a great deal and look forward to building on this experience for mext season. Haste Ye Back.</em></strong>Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-82821613955466816372010-03-08T01:47:00.000-08:002010-03-08T01:47:57.237-08:00Trycurling<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjywMauzjgamxMNxCf6bzqatxJGlPu-_86s1uF-AsN_XtKRoX3FIJMuKsMR2Lt0RXZIBHZo-RDJGThnYtgDTBvWLY0bnSHP8qglCrUQqkvxTjL7Gg4FGXWh1p-g505_vZV3g88RFx5Neck/s1600-h/trycurling.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" kt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjywMauzjgamxMNxCf6bzqatxJGlPu-_86s1uF-AsN_XtKRoX3FIJMuKsMR2Lt0RXZIBHZo-RDJGThnYtgDTBvWLY0bnSHP8qglCrUQqkvxTjL7Gg4FGXWh1p-g505_vZV3g88RFx5Neck/s320/trycurling.bmp" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>A successful Try Curling event took place on Saturday 6 March 2010 at Forfar Indoor Sports with 26 beginners taking part. The event, backed by the Royal Caledonian Curling Club, gave those taking part some idea of what the game was about. Most of the participants had seen the games broadcast during the Winter Olympics and wanted to try the game to see what it was like. Local coaches took them through the basics of the game and within an hour they were able to take part in a short game, which they all enjoyed. The climax to the event was a "Hotshot Challenge" with the winner, Matthew Chapman, receiving an invitation to a coaching session with the British Olympians at the end of the season. Well done Matthew. There will be a chance for anyone else interested in taking up the game to try it out at the beginning of the new curling season, being the beginning of October. Watch the press for details.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-20012385086594998292010-03-05T08:04:00.000-08:002010-03-05T08:04:41.256-08:00trycurling.com<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPGeFWDKaqdkB5CRfN4hTLcYs9OYHapmk4BRgObXCLDXykKqgw752pEfAPvXAVdrF3kzmIRdREwt32bmvITTPtjwWbvAKl8V9-adN28Ji_Z_5lkMqdh8wITFkxPOuEbdIxgvgH_fO5_N8/s1600-h/trycurling.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" kt="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPGeFWDKaqdkB5CRfN4hTLcYs9OYHapmk4BRgObXCLDXykKqgw752pEfAPvXAVdrF3kzmIRdREwt32bmvITTPtjwWbvAKl8V9-adN28Ji_Z_5lkMqdh8wITFkxPOuEbdIxgvgH_fO5_N8/s320/trycurling.jpg" /></a>Forfar Curling Centre are hosting a trycurling.com session at the ice rink on Saturday 6th March 2010 at 12:45. All are welcome the more the merrier.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">With qualified coaches on hand this is an ideal opportunity to come along and try the great sport of curling as played in th recent Winter Olympics. </div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div>Backed by the RCCC the trycurling.com programme has been a tremendous success with thousands of curlers turning up at ice rinks throughout the country to try curling for the first time. So come along and try it for yourself.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-80241470143347814472010-02-15T04:12:00.000-08:002010-02-15T04:14:54.555-08:00Weekend Round-Up<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyWnEnwy0-a4afUPvauRNnPUPrn7A2arMhUY8XaozpVNWwgBXSzu2oG88iSH5_M80m2VQu-3vFunIcwQqvRu0vMx2BvmubA8fZKFE2b_t849xbiIKGgGS1LRgDLUHUxe7vWxPrlWmqjRY/s1600-h/DSC_0313.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ct="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyWnEnwy0-a4afUPvauRNnPUPrn7A2arMhUY8XaozpVNWwgBXSzu2oG88iSH5_M80m2VQu-3vFunIcwQqvRu0vMx2BvmubA8fZKFE2b_t849xbiIKGgGS1LRgDLUHUxe7vWxPrlWmqjRY/s320/DSC_0313.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS58lm5RB40jXb_ffStvbF1iLSLw_EHmc2Nnz-Vf6OUBQf04ERLGzEsWy3ZJLWUkY15YZ9hZf4RzRNMRD3shVDPkqtP0tP_60LRKV8zAZjtgNXiwDldR_SJvkVuLQ8DizkFncLFG5L0iQ/s1600-h/DSC_0366.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ct="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS58lm5RB40jXb_ffStvbF1iLSLw_EHmc2Nnz-Vf6OUBQf04ERLGzEsWy3ZJLWUkY15YZ9hZf4RzRNMRD3shVDPkqtP0tP_60LRKV8zAZjtgNXiwDldR_SJvkVuLQ8DizkFncLFG5L0iQ/s320/DSC_0366.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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Another busy weekend at Forfar Indoor Sports.<br />
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We were delighted to host Brechin Castle Curling Club's 150th Anniversary Bonspiel and as the pictures show everyone had an excellent time. Congratulations go to Brechin Castle for putting together an excellent day of true curling fellowship. <br />
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Evenie Water emerged victorious but on a day when results were secondary to fun and fellowship I am sure they would agree the real winner was curling itself. <br />
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Thanks also go to Lynda and her team of helpers for looking after everyone so well with food, drink and more drink.<br />
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Numbers through in the Ice Skating hall have been increasing over past weekends with this week no exception. Recent advertising has obviously worked and it is great to see the ice so busy with everyone enjoying themselves. Again many thanks to all the stewards and volunteers without whose hard work none of this would be possible. <br />
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Likewise the bowling hall was steady with local competitions and the addition of the new LCD screen in the lounge allowed everyone the added luxury of watching the Rugby, well with the exception of the last 10 painful minutes at least.<br />
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We will be showing the Winter Olympics and in particular the curling whenever we can so come along and join in the fun and watch the games.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-10338057721603711102010-02-06T02:26:00.000-08:002010-02-06T02:28:44.530-08:00Forfar Young Curlers: Saturday 6th February 2010The ice rink was once again full of activity as Forfar Young Curlers take to the ice for their weekly coaching session. What an excellent sight it is to see more than 40 young curlers on the ice with ages range from 8 to 18.<br />
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All four rinks have qualified for the finals, well done to the rinks skipped by George Christie, Don Stark, Ian Young & Andy McGlynn and best of luck in the finals.<br />
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There were twenty-seven over-50s men's teams entered, looking first of all for a place in the Scottish Senior Finals at the Lanarkshire Ice Rink, Hamilton, February 8-10. From there the new Senior Champions will take part in the World Senior Championships in Chelyabinsk, Russia, April 16-24.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-10648188399586899422010-01-08T15:30:00.000-08:002010-01-08T15:30:04.921-08:00Seniors DayAnother very busy day at Forfar Indoor Sports with the Ice Rink hosting the RCCC Scottish Seniors District Qualifiers and through in the bowling rink all six rinks were busy playing the weekly popular seniors league.<br />
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The two three rinks from Forfar skipped by Andy McGlynn, Ian Young and Don Stark competing in the Senior Qualifiers are all doing well and head into Saturday and Sunday's games full of confidence. Also doing well down at the Greenacres qualifiers are George Christie's rink. <br />
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<strong><em>Forfar Indoor Sports was the venue for the first ever Forfar Young Curlers under 17’s and under 12’s Cup. Young curlers from as far south as Kelso and Greenacres and Aberdeen in the north braved the wintery weather and blocked roads to compete in two new events. Both events were sponsored by Mackie’s of Scotland, who not only provided prizes, there was also lots of free ice cream and crisps available during both days. Local company Tannadice Trophies sponsored complimentary badges to the travelling teams and provided engraving services.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>10 under 17 teams were drawn in 2 sections and played a round robin league. The winners of each section progressing to the High Road Final and the runners-up the Low Road Final. A high standard of curling was on show throughout the competition with a mixture of experienced junior curlers and curlers taking part in their first competition, all enjoying the holiday atmosphere of this new event. The High Road final was an all Forfar affair between rinks skipped by Andrew Callander and Robert Fawns. The scores were close throughout with Robert having the upper hand in the early ends however Andrew won a 3 at the 7th to go into the last end one up but without the hammer. Most top curlers say they would rather go to the last end one down with the hammer than one up without, but this theory didn’t work for Robert. Andrew got two stones side by side near the front 8 foot circle and Robert opted for a difficult double takeout and hopefully an extra end. He played a firm strike weight and managed to remove the two red stones but his own stone went through a gap reportedly less than a stones width and out the back of the house to leave the end blank. A draw to the 4 foot might have been the better option, but that’s easy to say with hindsight. Very well done and congratulations go to Andrew and his team, Alistair Stewart, Hayley Smith and Thomas Halder also Ewan Mitchell who played during first day. The Low Road was contested between George McConnell’s rink from Greenacres and Frazer Thomson’s rink from Kinross skipped by Cameron Smith. The Kinross rink of Cameron Smith, Frazer Thomson, David Laird and Grant Barr winning by 7 shots to 3.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>6 Teams from Perth, Dundee and Forfar including two new curlers from Kirkcaldy enthusiastically competed for the under 12’s Cup. They played 3 rounds in a Schenkel Bonspiel followed by 1-2 and 3-4 playoffs. The competition was fierce with the youngsters all keen to show off their talents in front of a large gallery of parents, grandparents and friends. The final was between Mili Smith’s rink from Perth and Euan MacDiarmid’s home rink. Mili was playing a controlled game and was favourite going into the last end 3–1 up, but Euan coolly drew his last stone to the edge of the 4 foot circle to win a 3 and the Cup. Well done to all the competitors who played and entertained the audience throughout.</em></strong><br />
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<strong><em>I must share a comment made by an under 12 girls team who unfortunately were without a win. “We really enjoyed playing and we’re going to stick together because next year we will be bigger and better and could even win!” If only our adult teams had the mental strength of these young curlers.</em></strong><br />
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It was great to see the ice rink full of talented youth and I congratulate Forfar Young Curlers for holding such a successful event.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-32852840940808911222009-12-31T06:10:00.000-08:002009-12-31T06:10:03.393-08:00Graham Arnot Trophy 2009Here is a more detailed report on the Graham Arnot Competition prepapred by Ian Young: <br />
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This years Graham Arnot was played over two days, 28 and 29 December 2009 again sponsored by Strathmore Foods who provided the prizes.<br />
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12 teams took part with three games being played in the first day. 6 sheets were used with all sections playing at the same time. All teams coped well with having to play three games and some excellent curling took place.<br />
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8 teams qualified for the semi finals. Gordon Craik, Ian Young and Andy McGlynn qualified for the High Road as winners of the three sections with Adrian White taking the fourth spot as best second place in Section 3.<br />
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Bill Thomson, David Russell, Stuart Stark and Don Stark qualified for the Low Road with the latter making it into the semis by one end.<br />
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All semi finals were keenly contested with Adrian White and Andy McGlynn going through to the High Road final. Andy found himself 3 down going into the last two ends but managed to take a three in the 7th end and a single at the 8th to win through.<br />
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Bill Thomson and Stuart Stark won through to the Low Road final with Stuart managing to succeed over his father.<br />
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Two marvellous finals then took place with both games going to the last end.<br />
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In the high road Andy and Adrian exchanged a two and a three in the first two ends with Adrian having the upper hand. Three ends were then blanked with Andy taking a two in the 6th end to lead by one. Adrian took a three in the 7th to take a two shot lead into the last end. Despite Andy’s best efforts he was only able to take a one in the last to leave Adrian victorious.<br />
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The Low Road final was a very close affair with the teams exchanging shots at each end. They went into the last end all square and it was anyone’s game but Stuart Stark having the advantage of last stone. This proved crucial as he managed to take the last end by one shot.<br />
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The presentation of prizes took place immediately after the finals with Ian Clarke. Sales Director of Strathmore Foods, presenting the trophy and prizes.<br />
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Thanks go to all the teams who took part and we look forward to your entry for next years competition. Thanks also go to Steve and his team for the preparation of the ice and Linda and her team for provision of food and drink over the two days.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-38488532817808954222009-12-30T02:21:00.000-08:002009-12-30T02:22:23.342-08:00Festive Curling ActivityThere is a great deal of activity going on at the ice rink right now.<br />
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It was very encouraging to see a healthy turn out for the Graham Arnot trophy over Monday & Tuesday. Healthy competition was had by all with Adrian White's rink of Adrian, Jill McDonald, Craig Johnston and Adrian's sister the eventual winners beating Andy McGlynn's rink in high road final. <br />
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Stewart Stark's rink beat Bill Thomson's rink in the low road final. The losing semi finalists were Gordon Craik & Ian Young in the High Road and Don Stark & David Russell in the low rink. <br />
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Great competition played in an excellent spirit. Many thanks go to the sponsors McIntosh Scottish Foods and well done to the Curling Centre for organising the event. <br />
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As I write this the Forfar Young Curlers are hosting an under-17's competition which reaches it's climax today (Wednesday). It is great to see the rink full of so many young talented curlers with many having travelled quite a distance to get to Forfar through some dreadful weather. Good luck to allPotlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-74245103764271297012009-12-23T04:44:00.000-08:002009-12-23T04:46:02.425-08:00Farmers Sponsors Invitation 2009.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3mmMDUAy9FaTwt0hyV7VCmUNdn79zRUmAprSZxPU5g8qxSh7-t9j_eosZuL5Yb9RGXBj8KuN1XUE5RIXPBxzIuBQFu38LdXK36tJyEAz1p5dod1yv00zROvOcRKRQACA6lsaoc6Bm9qI/s1600-h/DSC03082.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3mmMDUAy9FaTwt0hyV7VCmUNdn79zRUmAprSZxPU5g8qxSh7-t9j_eosZuL5Yb9RGXBj8KuN1XUE5RIXPBxzIuBQFu38LdXK36tJyEAz1p5dod1yv00zROvOcRKRQACA6lsaoc6Bm9qI/s320/DSC03082.JPG" /></a><br />
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After many years absence the Forfar Farmers Curling competition was resurected in the format of a sponsors invitation. <br />
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With eight rinks battling it out over 2 days good competition was had by all. With excellent fast and swinging ice most games went to the wire with one section only decided by shots up after points and ends were the same for three rinks. <br />
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<ul><li><strong><span style="color: blue;">Powerwasher Services</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="color: blue;">Netherton Tractors</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="color: blue;">John Guthrie Limited</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="color: blue;">Strathtay Potatoes Ltd</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="color: blue;">Ferguson Oliver</span></strong></li>
<li><strong><span style="color: blue;">Forfar Indoor Sports</span></strong></li>
</ul>All involved enjoyed the 2 days and it is hoped we can build on this success and make the Farmers Competition a regular event on the calender.<br />
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The competition was won by Ferguson Oliver 2 comprising of Colin Inglis, Ron Caithness, Roy Kerr, Bill Thomson, Bobby Craik and Mike Ferguson who played in the rink at some time or another over the competition. Here are a selection of the winning teams: -<br />
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Our thank go to all who participated and to the RCCC coaches and staff for travelling up to Forfar on such a cold day. Hopefully we can hold another masterclass next year.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-44885582711785080652009-12-09T14:59:00.000-08:002009-12-09T14:59:45.199-08:00Ice Skating Update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineyW2qKwWWw5U1NTEE1De90FerSUeVmrbPxW8GaL_PSEso1eDoz2pU6hM2Qw2gjlLHTN4Y74JiueMqZR1TNCtbcPRewucHl82dqjrhZJ83FPuPRp-fFbZrqq0VTDLRAhSx0fCJ_DGv8E/s1600-h/IMG_0092%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" ps="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEineyW2qKwWWw5U1NTEE1De90FerSUeVmrbPxW8GaL_PSEso1eDoz2pU6hM2Qw2gjlLHTN4Y74JiueMqZR1TNCtbcPRewucHl82dqjrhZJ83FPuPRp-fFbZrqq0VTDLRAhSx0fCJ_DGv8E/s320/IMG_0092%5B1%5D.JPG" /></a><br />
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I nipped through to the ice skating last Thursday night to see what went on during the Thursday Family nights.<br />
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It was very encouraging to see so many parents and kids enjoying themselves and to see the efforts of all the stewards and attendants whose hard work is truly appreciated. <br />
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I hope to post much more from the ice skating rink in the new few weeks.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-48223795633507399112009-12-09T14:50:00.000-08:002009-12-09T14:50:59.982-08:00Bowls Report w/c 30/11/09<strong><span style="color: blue;">SENIORS:</span></strong><br />
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Forfar exacted revenge on Bon Accord with a 20 shot victory, mainly due to the rink skipped by Angus Walker well supported by Jock Buist, Ian Gerrard & Peter Simpson.<br />
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The full results are: -<br />
<ul><li>A Walker 32 - D Callum 7</li>
<li>J I Stewart 16 - J Patterson 17</li>
<li>A M Milne 8 - R Airth 11</li>
<li>A Dick 12 - A McGaughey 13</li>
</ul>Total Forfar 68 Bon Accord 48<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">THE WILLIE PETRIE MIXED PAIRS</span></strong><br />
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An excellent weekend of bowling with some really exciting stuff with the final going to the last bowl.<br />
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The semi-finalists were: -<br />
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Matthew Ord & Audrey Stewart v Dave Carrie & Margaret Webster<br />
Edward Aspinal & Janet Milne v Sheila Alexander & Philip Nicoll<br />
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Winners <strong><span style="color: blue;">Edward Aspinal & Janet Milne</span></strong> who beat Dave Carrie & Margaret Webster in the final.<br />
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The club is once again indebted to WIllie Petrie for his sponsorship and continued support for next year.<br />
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My thanks go to Ian Stewart for providing me with the report. More next week.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-20173996244247940412009-12-03T06:15:00.000-08:002009-12-03T06:15:55.387-08:00Curling Coaching<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwjYU-mpJxYGwVeWG-c4EHDLX7rlwBtEnbai7F1JiBW8fSR9qdNpn4EEHt6mTBhvu5x0tWHSk0yR0xdOKrl0MRaoahlZ0Y75KUFLjeAIPslor25fVv-nWVT2vcu2h6SouNNnhdwsv-FnI/s1600-h/curling+coaching.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" er="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwjYU-mpJxYGwVeWG-c4EHDLX7rlwBtEnbai7F1JiBW8fSR9qdNpn4EEHt6mTBhvu5x0tWHSk0yR0xdOKrl0MRaoahlZ0Y75KUFLjeAIPslor25fVv-nWVT2vcu2h6SouNNnhdwsv-FnI/s320/curling+coaching.jpg" /></a><br />
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</div>We are often being asked about coaching for curling and we know there are many curlers both novice and experienced who would enjoy the odd session or two. Less well known is that fact that there are regular coaching session when you can simply turn up and participate. The sessions booked in at present are: -<br />
<ul><li> Sunday 6 Dec @ 10.30am</li>
<li>Saturday 12 Dec @ 3pm</li>
<li>Sunday 27 Dec @ 12.45pm</li>
<li>Sunday 10 Jan @ 1pm</li>
<li>Saturday 16 Jan @ 10.30pm</li>
<li>Sunday 24 Jan @ 1pm</li>
<li>Saturday 6 Feb @ 3pm</li>
<li>Sunday 14 Feb @ 1pm</li>
<li>Sunday 21 Feb @ 1pm</li>
<li>Saturday 13 March @ 3pm</li>
<li>Saturday 20 March @ 3pm</li>
</ul>In addition Andy McGlynn holds sessions every Monday morning at 11am. <br />
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If you want to come along please feel free to do so you will made most welcome as can be testified by those already attending. We are in the process of creating a coaching & development notice board where more information on the subject will be found. <br />
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If any club wants to organise a coaching session for their members please get in touch and we will see what we can do. <br />
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Oh and don't forget about the <strong>RCCC Masterclass on December 19th</strong> we are still taking bookings for what is an excellent and not to be missed day. <br />
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<strong><em>Good Curling !!</em></strong> <br />
Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-29318388972604828372009-11-30T03:20:00.000-08:002009-11-30T03:20:36.986-08:00Bowls ReportIan Stewart has kindly supplied the following bowls report: -<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">SENIORS:</span></strong><br />
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The seniors palyed Stonehaven last Wednesday and were beaten by 17 shots. This was a keenly contested match with the rinks of Vernon Russell and Ian stewart beaten by "lucky" bowls when lying game. The other skips on the day were Archie Dick & Alex Milne.<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">SATURDAY LEAGUE:</span></strong><br />
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The men visited Bon Accord and went down by 13 shots. The scores were as follows: -<br />
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Mike Nicoll 14 A.T. Molley 19<br />
Phillip Nicoll 19 J.Millar 19<br />
Vernon Russell 20 S Anderson 20<br />
Laurence Torrie 18 J. Patterson 26<br />
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<strong><span style="background-color: white; color: blue;">LADIES:</span></strong><br />
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The Ladies picked up mezximum points and shots on Saturday as the infortunate Headwell team were caught up in traffic chaos and failed to meet the time deadline.<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">CLUB MIXED PAIRS:</span></strong><br />
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Well done to Hazel Stewart & JIm Struthers who made an heroic effort in going down by the odd shot against the strong pair of Phyllis Aitchison & Phllip Nicoll.<br />
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<strong><em>More reports soon.....</em></strong>Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-22119652747261543152009-11-18T04:34:00.000-08:002009-11-18T04:34:54.217-08:00Bowling Update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMy7VMvgYmWgAzrW_HQMBl1nyoLHe9wi-Ycb_2whBUQ-ZEww57AztwuooY5Njow_v9xNSKjekVitz7SAEO4JtCHl8Zc2z8VpjYNM7SSzchAy9sGXkTSNwqmc1bg81VA4aTQq0k2fPDCH4/s1600/IMG_0002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMy7VMvgYmWgAzrW_HQMBl1nyoLHe9wi-Ycb_2whBUQ-ZEww57AztwuooY5Njow_v9xNSKjekVitz7SAEO4JtCHl8Zc2z8VpjYNM7SSzchAy9sGXkTSNwqmc1bg81VA4aTQq0k2fPDCH4/s320/IMG_0002.jpg" yr="true" /></a><br />
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</div>I have been passed the following results from the Indoor Bowling committee. Hopefully we can build on this and start posting some match reports, future competitions, etc. In the meantime my thanks go to the bowling committee for supporting the blog with these results. <br />
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The pictures above show the senior bowlers in action at Forfar.<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">31/10/09</span></strong><br />
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Forfar Men win by one shot at Stonehaven<br />
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Forfar Ladies win by one shot at home to Stonehaven<br />
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<strong><span style="color: blue;">7/11/09</span></strong><br />
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Ladies go down by 15 shots at Alloa<br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><strong>11/11/09</strong></span><br />
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Gents senior team pipped by one shot at home to Dundee<br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><strong>14/11/09</strong></span><br />
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Men win by 29 shots at home v. Inverness Ladies go down at Dundee<br />
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Talks are under way for a curlers v bowlers game of bowls anyone interested from either camp please send me an e-mail: <a href="mailto:mike@ferguson-oliver.co.uk">mike@ferguson-oliver.co.uk</a> <br />
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Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-89045181544671966952009-11-18T04:27:00.000-08:002009-11-18T04:27:09.235-08:00Plant Update & Curling Stones Field Test<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFSbsP_24fNApn5zlGcJ3T9eSUX9SFdb_KWc4lJnVx6CI7JwJUkQotzuuV-erwpfau8M67oGvHdudj5_YqDcz0SEfjCYorrAXqb6O6GPaUcscs3h_KSBDNlfzU6biSEuSjdL1rqB6qsAc/s1600/curl+stone.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFSbsP_24fNApn5zlGcJ3T9eSUX9SFdb_KWc4lJnVx6CI7JwJUkQotzuuV-erwpfau8M67oGvHdudj5_YqDcz0SEfjCYorrAXqb6O6GPaUcscs3h_KSBDNlfzU6biSEuSjdL1rqB6qsAc/s320/curl+stone.bmp" yr="true" /></a><br />
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Just a very quick note to inform members that the plant is now fully operational and the problem has been identified and repaired. Steps have also been taken to make sure the same problem doesn't occur again (hopefully).<br />
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Thank you for your patience. If you were effected by the closure please accept my apologies for any inconvenience. If you need to re-arrange games please speak with Steve or Aileen in the office as soon as possible. <br />
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With regard to the temporary stones we are testing as we now have considerable feedback we will review the position with a view to arriving at decisions on how best to proceed. We will publish the result of all the feedback and actions we propose to take as soon we have decided what they are going to be. It is a complicated process and a great deal has to be taken into account before we refurbish stones. Once stones are altered there is no going back so we have to get it correct first time. Your patience will again be appreciated.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-13963049335181665532009-11-11T13:30:00.000-08:002009-11-11T13:30:18.517-08:00Plant Failure Update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFdBHm4sMr99pc4KrPhwv0fyYRqh3WdhjvF7OdF9yMTyxBButdKPd0fLh6OiobdKZWTOFmBq18KY_OG7Z2_xstYHX6AtYQoZxv9JZzRLSS7MB_aq9rmVB_TA47qN3QrTHPfosEWql6138/s1600-h/IMG_0006%5B1%5D.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFdBHm4sMr99pc4KrPhwv0fyYRqh3WdhjvF7OdF9yMTyxBButdKPd0fLh6OiobdKZWTOFmBq18KY_OG7Z2_xstYHX6AtYQoZxv9JZzRLSS7MB_aq9rmVB_TA47qN3QrTHPfosEWql6138/s320/IMG_0006%5B1%5D.JPG" /></a><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong><em>The Ladies Open Pairs</em></strong><br />
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After another day of up's and down's I am delighted to say we managed a full day of curling with the Ladies Open Pairs and various club games managing to compete.<br />
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It really has been a testing and stressful few days but it would now appear we are through the worst with the new plant back up and running and the ice rink back at the correct temperature. The plant still needs a couple of repairs but these should be fairly simple and shouldn't put the plant at risk. So we are told.....<br />
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To try and demonstrate just what we have been going through I have posted a picture of the temporary plant that had to be installed while the engineers sought the problem to the internal plant. As you can see it takes quite a bit of equipment even to hold the core ice never mind make the finished ice. Again my thanks go to Steve, Andy & Keith for their determined efforts to "save the ice". Perhaps we should start a campaign.<br />
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The other picture is a far happier sight as the ladies compete in the Ladies Open Pairs earlier today.<br />
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As I say hopefully the worst is behind us and we can now look forward to settled ice once again and continue to test the temporary stones to see what we want to do with our stones. Please complete the feedback forms as any final decision will be based on the feedback recieved. <br />
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Keep checking back for updates & news.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-70773324487074543452009-11-10T01:36:00.000-08:002009-11-10T01:37:50.987-08:00Plant UpdateAfter another stressful night. After a temporary "fix" was installed eventually at 1am the ice is starting to freeze again thankfully. The replacement electrical part for the motherboard should be arriving today. All going well we will be ready for the first evening session tonight and the plant will be running smoothly again.<br />
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Unfortunately the Ladies Open Pairs has been put off until tomorrow (wednesday) and it is hoped that the competition will be played over 2 days. Thank you ladies for your understanding.<br />
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Again please accept our apologies. It is something outwith our hands however the efforts of all at the ice rink to hold our core ice have been tremendous. A truly dedicated team led by Steve. Thanks go to all.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-30933114649808551762009-11-09T09:13:00.000-08:002009-11-09T09:13:07.798-08:00Announcement: Ice Plant Broken<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCSYplLRaAeMvGsQ7Y-jIadqCIWNbnOJgunhlxAlwMhxzJinM3t5QJmRv9UMhZ0iGwR3XP3ibevAoop2f62hnAYBr_CywnxDiudtgdpljJAOfWSG4HeCYhGpuMe-lJjyGNgM-s0QTIGr4/s1600-h/mad-man-pulling-hair-out.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" sr="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCSYplLRaAeMvGsQ7Y-jIadqCIWNbnOJgunhlxAlwMhxzJinM3t5QJmRv9UMhZ0iGwR3XP3ibevAoop2f62hnAYBr_CywnxDiudtgdpljJAOfWSG4HeCYhGpuMe-lJjyGNgM-s0QTIGr4/s320/mad-man-pulling-hair-out.jpg" /></a><br />
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The Ice Plant went down in the early hours of Sunday morning leaving us with no other option other than cancel Sunday & Monday's ice. We deeply regret this however we trust everyone will appreciate that the fault is outwith our control.<br />
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The problem has been identified and steps are being taken to get the ice sheets back up and running as quickly as possible. If everything goes to plan we should have curling ice back up on Tuesday morning in time for the Ladies Open Pairs competition. <br />
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I am sure you can appreciate it has been a particularly stressfull past couple of days and my thanks go to Steve for his tremendous efforts to keep our core ice intact, ably assisted by Andy.<br />
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We will keep everyone informed as events progress but as mentioned if everything goes to plan we should be back to normal by tomorrow (Tuesday) mid-morning. <br />
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Thank you for your patience & understanding.<br />
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M.S. Ferguson (Director)Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8388522390924953473.post-71940618162484164782009-10-20T15:50:00.000-07:002009-10-20T15:52:57.957-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4-ZZ4npkkHPpNfj0pPPfTHT9LAS34cAGwlHcwhuXdpqFIQaYw7mVblrmFxUL9hyiKBUVfU4BZ1RGZvNCCVI0vKvkNXmAf16MpGudJBB2TTGMlnhoYiBKikrtMx6Plcf_Ec7TdIt7wUso/s1600-h/familyiceskating.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4-ZZ4npkkHPpNfj0pPPfTHT9LAS34cAGwlHcwhuXdpqFIQaYw7mVblrmFxUL9hyiKBUVfU4BZ1RGZvNCCVI0vKvkNXmAf16MpGudJBB2TTGMlnhoYiBKikrtMx6Plcf_Ec7TdIt7wUso/s320/familyiceskating.jpg" vr="true" /></a><br />
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The hard work has been done and Ice World Skating Club opens for business on Thursday 22nd October with the first Family Hour of the new season between 7pm and 8pm followed by the Disco night on Friday (7.30pm to 9.30 pm) and the Fun Day on Saturday 11am to 2pm.<br />
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Please support the ice stewards and committee with all their efforts. Thanks to all who have helped with the pre-season preparations in any way and good skating.Potlidhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03689563320429768705noreply@blogger.com0