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Eric Harris Set To Retire

Eric Harris Set To Retire: Although rain has finally arrived at Stratford Racecourse, the hot summer temperatures were a challenge for head groundsman Eric Harris as he looked to produce good, safe ground at the height of the season. Harris has announced his retirement after 23 years at Stratford and over 50 in all in racing […]

Colwyn Bay Groundsman Praised

Colwyn Bay Groundsman Praised: Elfyn Jones, groundsman at Colwyn Bay, recently received national praise for his effort on the club’s playing pitch. The hard-working volunteer finished third in the EVO-STIK League Groundsman of the Year Award at a glitzy ceremony at the FA’s St George’s Park, and he also received a high commendation nationally. Jones is […]

‘Augusta of the North’ Vandalised

‘Augusta of the North’ Vandalised: Boy racers have taken to a golf course in Angus and caused significant damage. Letham Grange Golf Club was previously kept open against all odds and honorary secretary Bruce Currie said the damage to several fairways was a “real kick in the teeth”. Opened in 1987 by Sir Henry Cotton, […]

Anger After Mower Theft

Anger After Mower Theft: Steve Kenny, chairman of Whalley Junior Football Club, is angry after thieves broke the lock of a container and stole a Craftsman mower worth £2k on September 18. The club have two large pitches, and three smaller-sided pitches to cater for matches for their age-groups from Mr Kenny said: “It is gutting […]