Congratulations to Beechworth, the 2026 victors in the NEDCA Golf Croquet Pennant Final, defeating Wangaratta with 8 games and 73 hoops to 4 games and 61 hoops.The contest was closely fought throughout the day, with scores level at half time and Beechworth holding only a narrow hoops advantage after Round 3. Spectators were treated to excellent strategic play from both sides in a highly competitive final.
Beechworth produced a strong finishing performance, winning all four games in the final round to secure the pennant title.
Many thanks to referees Bruce Blay and Debbie Hazell, scorers Heather Box and Sue Wearne, and special thanks to Susanne Nielsen and the Howlong Croquet Club team for their excellent hosting of the event.