A meeting was convened and the Association was born. Since then it has
continued to flourish and we have had eleven years of fun, friendship and
fellowship.
Being greeted with handshakes and cuddles by members at our tournaments
is a heart warming experience and has all the hallmarks of a big family
reunion.
Tournaments are generally held three times a year - February, June and
September at various centres throughout New Zealand.
These tournaments are based on the handicap system of 100% of 180, this
being considered the fairest to all members regardless of age and
ability.
Handicaps apply to the Mystery Pairs; Mixed Doubles; Teams/
and:
Singles -
C Grade Ladies and Men
B Grade, Ladies and Men
A Grade
Ladies and Men.
Handicaps do not apply to the Open Grade Ladies and Men's Singles.
Gradings are for the Singles only and based on the following averages:
B Grade 120-139
A Grade Men 140-159
A Grade Ladies 140-149
Open Grade Ladies - 150 and above
Open Grade Men - 160 and above
A member's average is carried over from the tournament in
which they last played.
Tournaments are generally three day fixtures, but
from time to time, because of the number of lanes in some
centres, it is necessary to extend play to four days, depending
on the number of entries received.
