27 May 2008 : National Representation - Seniors

PNZ have issued an application form for Senior players (60 years of age as of 31st January 2009) who wish to be considered for selection for the 2009 Trans Tasman Challenge in Australia. The application form (MS Word) can be found on the PNZ website. The closing date for application is 1 December 2008.

Note: The process for the Open Team has yet to be announced.

26 May 2008 : FIPJP Women's World Championships - Important Message

An announcement on the FIPJP website

Due to recent events in China, the Chinese Federation can not ensure the Women's World Championships this year.
The F.I.P.J.P. [is] working to find an organizer who can handle the organization of [the] Women's Championships 2008.

25 May 2008 : Jacques Cochonnet Challenge

Masterton successfully defended the Jacques Cochonnet Trophy in their first away match at Silverstream. Their next defence is away to Horowhenua.

Results (Masterton names first)
Singles: Joan Miller vs. Clare Bradburn 11-13, 7-13, 13-11;
Doubles: Barb Johnston/Graeme Morris vs. Tony Packer/Barry Sarney 13-8, 13-8, 13-7;
Triples: Graeme Burnard/Elsie Miller/Ralph Priddle vs. Jean Hamilton/Tim Lovell-Smith/Arthur Wilson 3-13, 13-3, 13-7;
Score: Masterton 6, Silverstream 3

Tournament history

24 May 2008 : WPA Inter-club

Otaki are the 2008 Inter-club Champions after they defeated Windy Hills in the Division 1 final played at Kapiti. Division 2 was won by Kapiti and Division 3 by Horowhenua.

Final Results

18 May 2008 : WPA Women's Triples

Helene Hay, Alison Priddle (Masterton) and Christine Strichen (Wanganui East) defeated Margret Fleck (Hataitai), Yvonne Futcher and Sue Gurr (Wanganui East) 13-9 in the final. Full results.

17 May 2008 : WPA Women's Doubles

Joan Judd and Margaret Mordecai (Otaki) won the Women's Doubles after defeating Joan Miller and Claire Wilson (Masterton) 13-12 in the final. Full results.

12 May 2008 : Latest updates

• Tournament fields for the Women's Doubles and Triples (Not archived)
• Entry form for the Kapiti Memorial melee (Not archived)

11 May 2008 : PNZ AGM

Two reports from the Annual General Meeting. The CEO's report and the Chairman's report.

It is hoped that these and the Treasurer's report will appear on the PNZ website shortly.

10 May 2008 : WPA Winter Doubles

Entry form for the WPA Winter Doubles. Note that the closing date for the first round is only 3 weeks away (2 June). (Not archived)

10 May 2008 : Hawke's Bay Classic Doubles

Entry form and details for this popular Season Opening event. (MS Word 21kB)

8 May 2008 : PNZ Achievement Awards 2008

Details on the process for nominating someone for the Regional Achivement awards. The categories are: Volunteer of the Year, Official of the Year (Umpire/Coach), Player of the Year, Team of the Year. Nominations close on Friday 20th June 2008. (MS Word 26kB)

2 May 2008 : WPA Inter-club

Results from Day 3 and draw for the Finals on 24 May.

2 May 2008 : Jacques Cochonnet Challenge

Masterton had a close encounter in their second defence against Wanganui East (played in Masterton). Down 1-2 after the first round, they fought back to level the scores in round 2 and finally win the match 5-4. Masterton's next defence is away to Silverstream.

Results (Masterton names first)
Singles: Barbara Johnston vs. Dene Futcher 13-6, 4-13, 13-9;
Doubles: Graeme Morris/Ralph Priddle vs. Peter Hamilton/Richard Turfrey 11-13, 13-8, 12-13;
Triples: Peter Haworth/Joan Miller/Claire Wilson vs. Yvonne Futcher/Christine Strichen/Maree Toyne 7-13, 13-10, 13-5;

Tournament history

1 May 2008 : Manawatu Reopening Melee, Saturday 10 May

Sixty-four entries have been received and the event is now full.

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