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2015 Concordia Closed Finals

24/12/2015

The A, B and C finals took place on Tuesday 22nd December and this is how it all unfolded.
Unfortunately Andy Dolan, having been ill for the best part of a week, turned out at less than 100% and his match with Tony Hedley in the A final wasn't quite the battle we anticipated. These things can't be helped and I'm very grateful that Andy turned out at all. He still played some entertaining squash testing Tony along the way. 3-0 to Tony, his eighth win.
In the B final Steve Goldie's quality shots proved too much for Peter Archbold. A good contest with a 3-0 scoreline but all were close games, no shortage of effort from Peter.
In the C final Keith Grey, always the battling entertainer, and Martin Davison provided us with a match difficult to predict.
Looking at results against other club players you would say Martin had the edge. Tell that to Keith Grey !
It ended 3-2 to Mr Davison but it was far from easy and both players gave us a great contest to watch.
After presentations, a trip to the village, beer and curry flowed, the world was put right and financial plans put in place for a new squash club in Cramlington. Where the £1 million + was to come from to do this was never quite resolved.
A good night all round........ I think. Thank you to all who came along to support the event and to Jamie Morton for taking the helm for the A final.
Look out for the Handicap competition around late January/February and the 2016 Closed will hopefully be back at it's regular spot in April.
Enjoy your squash.
Ian Mc .

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Concordia squash 2015 closed finals

23/12/2015

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Concordia Closed 2015 semi finals

16/12/2015

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Concordia Closed 2015 semi finals night. Tuesday 15th December.
Things went very much to form in the A competition with the Morton brothers up against the top two in the club, Tony Hedley and Andy Dolan. Both favourites dominated proceedings from start to finish with 3-0 scorelines.
In stark contrast, the B competition provided the 2 battles of the night. Steve Goldie and Michael Jones provided much entertainment with long drawn out rallies, both players looking for an opening which didn't come readily, it was hard to see who would come out on top in this one. After going 2-1 down Steve turned things round and took the match 3-2.
Peter Archibold and Chris Brock had their own epic on court 1 which unfolded like a book. Peter went 2-0 up but had to work so very hard to do so. At 12-12 in the third you sensed that Peter needed to finish off the match fearing a Chris Brock come back in the fourth and fifth. The anxiety showed and Peter tightened, 3 rushed shots later Chris had taken the game
15-12. As scripted (almost) Chris also took the fourth. Then the twist, Peter came back with some really intelligent squash, slowing down the pace and keeping it high and tight. Peter took the match 15-7 in the 5th. Great to watch.
The C competition saw Robin Ritchie make light work of Keith Grey who worked hard but couldn't deal with Robin's consistency, 3-0 to Robin. A similar score line in the other semi with Martin Davison overhauling Mark Knott 3-0 after some unorthodox but entertaining rallies. No shortage of effort or commitment from both players.
Thank you to those who came along and supported the match, cheers Dan for the refreshment and thank you to those who marked games.
The finals are on Tuesday 22nd December, 6.40pm start. Beer and curry in the village to follow.
Please come along and support the event. Players, family and friends are all welcome.
Ian Mc

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Concordia Closed 2015 quarter finals

15/12/2015

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Concordia Closed 2015 quarter finals, Monday 14th December.
Before I start can I just say I couldn't see all of the matches so if I've missed out someones 'efforts' worthy of a mention, my apologies.
The C competition got off to a flyer with 2 real battles on courts 1 and 3. Once again Roland Smith demonstrated his battling qualities, this time against a dominant Martin Davison. Roland took the first game 15-14, faltered in the second but made life really difficult in the 3rd and 4th. Great game with Martin the victor, 3-1.
Mark Knott had to turn around a 2-0 deficit against Peter Irlam. He nearly didn't get the chance, Peter just couldn't close out the game at the end of the 3rd, 2 boasts into the tin were everything. After winning that 3rd, Mark always looked the stronger and managed to take the win 3-2. A good contest.
The other two games were slightly more straight forward. Keith Grey showed no mercy against young James Rowe winning 3-0 and Robin Ritchie, playing the more consistent and tidy squash, beat John Ormsby 3-0.
In the B competition Dave Hall and Peter Archibold provided the fireworks with a 5 setter worthy of any final.
There simply wasn't anything in it. Massive effort from both players from start to finish and 15-13 in the 5th says it all.
A battle of the fittest between Andy Lawrence and Michael Jones saw Michael go through 3-0. The score isn't a fair reflection of a match which had many long rallies and great retrieval from both players.
Chris Brock managed enough control and played good length to close out his games against Nick Fecitt winning 3-0.
Thank you to Elliott Harrison who turned out and gave Steve Goldie a run for his money after Dan Cussack had to withdraw with injury. Steve plays Michael Jones in the semi's. Get well soon Dan by the way.
The A competition went with the form book, Tony Hedley controlled everything and beat Mark Livingstone 3-0.
Andy Dolan's skill and quality drop shots were too good for Gary Storey however Gary didn't make it easy with some great retrieving.
Ian Morton went through with a bye after Simon Long withdrew.
Jamie Morton repeated his win of last years semi final over Ian McAllister with an unbelievable number of volley nick shots. This wasn't luck, he played for everyone of them and his eye was in. Nicks aside, Jamie's ball striking was just too much for Ian to handle. 3-2 in the end.
Semi's to be played Tuesday 15th December 2015, 6.40pm start. Please come along and support the event.
Ian Mc

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DECEMBER 2015 SQUASh COMPETITION

9/12/2015

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Concordia Squash Players,

   The first round of the C competition 2015 took place on Tuesday evening, 8th December. 4 of our junior players entered reducing the average age of entrants considerably. A lot more than anyone would want to admit !
    Roland Smith probably had the toughest task of the night having to work hard against the quick and ever improving Elliott Harrison. The 3-0 result doesn't reflect the battle on court. Roland's consistency made the difference. Great match.
   Robin Ritchie, Peter Irlam and Don Pattison were the other seniors drawn against opposition at least 40 years younger. (Sorry guys but it's true) All 3 demonstrated their experience and quality but gave their young opponents a good run out. Thank you to them.
   John Ormsby's power serve proved too much for Alan Bell, Martin Davison put in one of his better performances to over run Steve Lavery, they've have had their battles in the past. Last but not least, Mark Knott beat the always entertaining Bill Johnson in a well humoured encounter, both playing some shots never seen before nor to be seen again.
   Keith Gray went through with a bye, Rory Whaling having to withdraw with injury. Get well soon Rory.

The last 8 play Monday 14th December
Come along and support the event.

The draw for the last 8 was conducted straight after. This is who plays who on Monday 14th December, 6pm start;
Keith Gray          v          James Rowe
John Ormsby     v          Robin Ritchie
Peter Irlam        v          Mark Knott
Roland Smith    v          Martin Davison.
On Monday 14th December all 3 separate A, B and C Competitions will be played, the last 4 in each to play their semi finals the next night, Tuesday 15th. Come along and support the event, you'll need to bring your own refreshment.
See you there.

Ian Mc

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Concordia squash competition

10/11/2015

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I have booked the courts and more or less got this years competition sorted.

As you know there is an A, a B and a C competition this year.
The C competition has 16 players in the draw, their first round is on Tuesday 8th December (6pm start)

I'm sorry that 3rd team players have a team game the very next night but it has been tricky with all the teams having matches around this period.

The 8 first round winners in the 'C' go through to play on Monday 14th December along with those in the A and B competition. I have all 3 courts, so all 3 competitions will progress simultaneously.

What are effectively the semi finals are to be played on Tuesday 15th December with the A ,B and C

Finals to be played consecutively (all on court) on Tuesday 22nd December, 6.40pm start. For those who want to make a night of it, beer and a curry in the village afterwards.

There is much speculation about Concordia Bar and when it might close a s part of the refurbishment, I have no idea how that will pan out, I don't think the management have any idea either !

Hopefully there will be no disruption to the courts themselves.
I'll keep you posted.
Ian Mc

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Concordia Juniors First Year Update

29/5/2015

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Concordia's junior section started in earnest in April 2014 and after their first full year there is much to be excited about.Of the original line up one or two have found other interests or decided squash was just not for them, however with those who remained and with new players giving it a go, the junior section is at 15 strong, all very keen to improve.Aaron Dunwoody, Josepth Oeting, James and Adam Rowe, Callum Garland, Luke Fecitt, Curtis Pogson and Dean Fitzpatrick have all made tremendous progress and have taken part in several County 'Dunlop Challenge' events around the region.There is no doubt that the competitive environment and the knowledge they were representing their club lifted their efforts and all gave very good account of themselves.Some of our juniors are now in the senior leagues and it's only a matter of time before they begin to climb the ladder as they improve.Saturday morning coaching will continue until the end of June with a break during July and August primarily because of holiday commitments. The 4pm Wednesday session will also continue, again breaking for July and August. Ian McAllister. May 2015

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Concordia 2015 handicap final

26/5/2015

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2015 Handicap Final 19/5/15 at 6.40

7/5/2015

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Concordia Squash Players,
The Handicap Final will take place on Tuesday 19th May 2015. 6.40pm start.
Gary Storey (-12) will try to take the spoils from Tony Hedley (-20) who hasn't looked too troubled so far !
Please try and make it to the event. The bar is open.
I nearly have sufficient numbers to place an order for both T-shirts and Hoodies. Please get in touch if you haven't already ordered. Black T-shirts are by far the most popular and Grey has just sneaked it for the Hoodies.
Ian Mc

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