St. Michael’s Hospice Charity – Boules Tournament
May 17 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
📢 Boules Tournament Recap: A Day of Fun and Friendly Competition! 🎯🌞
On Friday, May 17th, the St. Michael’s Hospice Charity events team hosted our inaugural Boules tournament at the Tala Boules Club in sunny Cyprus. Here’s a glimpse of the exciting day:
- The Draw and Mini Leagues:
- Twenty pairs participated, and we divided them into four mini leagues for a round-robin elimination.
- The winning pair from each league advanced to the semi-finals, while the remaining 16 pairs competed in the Plate knockout tournament.
- Lunchtime and Souvlaki:
- As lunchtime approached, we gathered on the sunny terrace of the Hazeli Bar.
- Souvlaki was on the menu, and Melissa Williams provided delightful tunes.
- Plate Competition:
- After lunch, the Plate competition resumed.
- The sixteen pairs narrowed down to eight, and then to our semi-finalists.
- Main Event: Plate Final:
- Robert Brookfield and Norbert Dewas faced off against Lucy and David Keeton in the Plate Final.
- Lucy, a first-time winner, walked away with a runner-up medal as Robert and Norbert secured victory.
- Grand Final:
- The main event featured Graham Clark and Alan Boswell against Paul and Jackie Gibbons.
- The crowd eagerly watched as the hard-fought battle unfolded.
- In the end, Graham and Alan emerged as the champions.
- Terrace Refreshments and Awards:
- We moved back to the terrace, enjoying refreshments and the warm hospitality of Renos and the team.
- Charity president David Hart and his wife Carolyn joined us for the trophy presentation.
- The raffle added an extra layer of excitement.
- Farewell:
- With memories of a fun and competitive day, we slowly dispersed, grateful for the camaraderie and support.
Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of this event! 🌟🏆🌿
Your participation supported a great cause – The St. Michael’s Hospice Charity. We provide financial support and assistance to the Pasykaf Archangel Michael Hospice.
We help them to enhance life when it is needed most.
