Welcome to the website of Pétanque Wellington. On these pages you will find information regarding the game of Pétanque within the lower North Island of New Zealand.
Please take some time to browse through the site and we welcome your feedback (webmaster@petanque.org.nz).
29 January 2011
Eighteen teams took part in the Open Triples and thirteen in the Women's Doubles. This was decrease from last year's 24 and 14 respectively.
In the Triples, Heifara Siaou Chin, Marc Laufat and Robert Tumg (Tahiti) beat Jared Handford, Andre Noel and Georgio Vakauta (NZ) 13-8.
In the Women's Doubles final, Hina Fareura and Sylvie Jennings (Tahiti) beat Sharon Cannon and Joanne Lippard (NZ) 13-7.
24 January 2011
PNZ have announced the Selectors for the 2012 Representative programme:
Fifteen Wellington region players have qualified for the first round of selection camps. The Open and Women players will attend a camp at Herne Bay, February 11 & 12. The Senior Men and Women will attend a camp at Khandallah, February 18 & 19.
More details on the National Representative process can be found on the PNZ website
23 January 2011
Otaki's first defence of the Jacques Cochonnet Trophy was unsuccessful as they were defeated 6-3 by Masterton. Masterton's first defence is at home to Manawatu.
Results (Otaki names first)
Singles: Ted Burr vs. Ralph Priddle 6-13, 13-7, 10-13;
Doubles: Joan Judd/Bob McCarthy vs. Barbara Johnston/Joan Miller 13-1, 1-13, 13-7;
Triples: Gary Brunton/Margaret Mordecai/Mike Towart vs. Murray Johnston/Anna Simms/Claire Wilson 8-13, 9-13, 10-13.
22 January 2012
Forty teams entered this year's tournament and at the end of two day's play it was the father and son combination of Neil and Gordon Dykes who prevailled in the Trophy final against NZ representatives Christine Strichen and Claire Wilson.
Saturday was a fine sunny day and the forecast southerly and rain arrived on cue during the semi-final stages on Sunday.
20 January 2011
Hi everyone, attached is the interclub draw for 2012 plus the score sheet.
Please Note: There has been a change to the date of the semi-finals and finals day.
Due to the original date of 7 April being Easter Saturday the semi-finals and finals will now be held on the reserve day of 28 April.
Good luck to all clubs. Any questions please contact me.
Regards Graeme
20 January 2011
Michael Rocks will be running a series of four coaching sessions on Wednesday evenings during February for players who wish to improve their skills. The sessions are limited to 12 players.
16 January 2012
To all Wellington Clubs,
Christchurch Petanque are looking to host the Senior Tri Star on 3rd/4th March 2012. Although this is short notice, could you please ask your senior members if they are interested in playing. Anyone wanting to be considered for the team should e-mail president@petanque.org.nz. Due to the short notice for this one, seeding points will be the primary selection criteria. Please have your members contact me directly.
Thank you, &
Kind Regards
Richard Turfrey
16 January 2012
A reminder that the closing date for entries is Monday 23 January. (See upcoming events)
The overseas players are a mix of abilities: from average club players to seasoned international performers. The beauty of the event is that you can play against and alongside teams from Australia, New Caledonia and Tahiti without leaving the country.
15 January 2012
Sixteen teams from the Kapiti Coast, Hutt Valley and Wellington took part in the third Khandallah Open Mixed Doubles.
In the Trophy final, 2010 winners Kath and Kaye Alison beat Myles Cowper and Margret Fleck to retain the Trophy for another year.
13 January 2012
The points gained from the qualifying tournaments in the National Representative process have been published on the PNZ website.
12 January 2012
Hi All,
Unfortunately, due to lack of entries the 2012 Hawkes Bay Summer Doubles has been cancelled. Entries that have been received will be refunded.
Cheers,
Murray Porter
11 January 2012
Following on from successful Seniors trips to the USA and the UK, Trevor Neilson is looking for expressions of interest from players taking part in an event in South Australia in October/November this year. See the attached document for further details. (26kB)
6 January 2012
“Pétanque: The Greatest Game You have Never Heard Of!” by Byron Putman may simply be the best English language book ever published! In 140 pages Putman provides a brief history of the game, the equipment needed, and an explanation of the rules. So far, just like every other book.
What makes this one different is that Putman then goes on to explain the fundamentals in greater depth:
All clubs are encouraged to purchase at least one copy of the book for their members to read. Any player who is serious about improving their game should also purchase a copy for their own study. Anyone involved in coaching should definitely purchase a copy.
The book can be ordered online from the Pétanque America website. The cost is $18.95 US with $13.95 shipping. This works out at approximately $45 NZ. (Note: The shopping cart shows a higher charge for shipping to New Zealand. However, if you are ordering just the book, the shipping charge is reduced before your credit card is charged.)
Putman also writes a blog at petanqueblog.com where you can find additional material since the book was published. Note that the blog is defined as Polemic, so be prepared for some strong feelings regarding the state of the game in the USA.
