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Hallmark February 1987. Report by Barrie Edwards

The eagle-eyed amongst you may have noticed that no report was made in the last issue of Hallmark. This was due to the previous long-serving correspondent, John Stevens, laying down the quill and my picking it up! Thanks to John for the many reports.

The AGM of the Sports Club was held in November and (for once) was very well attended. The main officers are now: Chairman Barrie Edwards, Secretary Ian Clements, Treasurer Brian Kirby. A welcome to Ian as the new Secretary and many thanks to Maureen Ebbles for her work over the years.

The Clubhouse is at last being improved. The installation of central heating to the whole pavillion and carpeting of the main clubroom will both be completed by the end of February and will greatly improve the social atmosphere. Several bookings have already been received from members for private functions and with this extra income further improvements can be made. Our thanks go to Wycombe Council Lottery for a grant of £500 towards the overall costs of £3000+. Fundraising is, as ever, a necessity and a Race Night is planned for Friday 27th February, 7.30 pm. Cost £3 including a Fish and Chip Supper. Tickets from Mike Ebbles (P.Ris 6823) or Ian Clements (Naphill 3051). These are always lively evenings so get your tickets early!

Football

Both teams are having a good season being 4th and 5th respectively in their divisions. The club is also through to two semi-finals - Heaths/Bridgeside in the Sunday Cup (15/2) and VSC Royals in the Sunday Shield (15/3) – both fixtures at Desborough Rec. KO 10.30 am. Home matches kick off at 10.30 every Sunday and supporters are always welcome (no membership cards required). The bar is open after matches for members and guests.

Tennis

The Annual Christmas Dinner was held at the Pavillion on 13th December with a full house as usual. A successful and healthy £140 profit. Many thanks to all helpers.

Indoor tennis is played every Wednesday at Bisham Abbey and for the particularly crazy amongst us the winter leagues resume in mid-January.

The summer league and club nights start in April and we look forward to plenty of competitive and social tennis with hopefully a few new faces. All standards of players are welcome; contact Maureen Kelly on P.Ris 4010.

100 Club Winners

December £100 (25) £75 (50) £25 (53) £15 (4) (57) (30) (45) (94)

Cricket

Not much happens in the winter except the AGM.

Chairman Les Rixon, Secretary Brian Kirby, Treasurer David Highgate.

The new season starts at the end of April so if you're thinking of making a comeback and, as Botham didn't accept our offer, Brian Kirby (7620) would be pleased to hear from you nearer the time.

Don't forget - even if you don't play sport, social members are always welcome.