Rosemary Landrebe Named Incoming WCF Secretary-General

The World Croquet Federation (WCF) Management Committee has announced the appointment of Rosemary Landrebe of Australia as the organization’s next Secretary-General. Landrebe will officially begin her term as Deputy Secretary-General on September 1, 2025, and is slated to assume the full Secretary-General role on January 1, 2026, following the planned retirement of current Secretary-General Debbie Lines at the end of this year.

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WCF Hall of Fame Nominations Open for 2023 Induction - Submission Deadline: September 30

The World Croquet Federation (WCF) has announced that nominations are now open for the 2023 WCF Hall of Fame induction. This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the sport of croquet, both as accomplished players and as dedicated supporters. Nominations must be submitted by no later than Saturday, September 30, 2023, and can be made by individuals or through WCF member country associations.

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Lines is the 2023 Women's AC World Champion

In a thrilling match that took place yesterday in Christchurch, New Zealand, England's Debbie Lines emerged victorious as the winner of the 2023 World Croquet Federation Women's AC World Championship. Lines defeated her opponent, Gabrielle Higgins, by a score of 26-3, 19-22, 22-11, in a match that showcased the incredible skill and athleticism of these top-level croquet players.

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Mexico Claims Golf Croquet Tier 3 Title

Mexico claimed the Tier 3 WCF World Team Tier 3 Golf Croquet Championship title with a 2-0-1 match record at an event held July 20-23, 2022 at the Guildford & Godalming Croquet Club in the UK. Mexico, Portugal and the Czech Republic fielded full teams while the Iran team had three members unable to travel due to late arriving VISAs. However, to keep the four-team format, Iran was allowed to participate with the one remaining member (Omied Hallam) and three players selected from the host Guildford & Goldaming Club.

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WCF Announces Changes for 2022 Championships

The MC has been in discussion with Croquet New Zealand regarding the three World Championships scheduled for early 2022. Current outbreaks in Australia have led to lockdowns in both Australia and New Zealand and their nationwide travel bubble is again on hold. Travel into New Zealand currently requires an expensive two week isolation in a hotel and there is little indication of when this requirement might be lifted. Additionally, there is a clear risk that further lockdowns may be imposed in either country.

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