1. P. Cox 2 = T. Wort, M. Wort, R. Waterman, C. Davies 6. G. Face 7. B. Spruce
Location: Edale
Extreme Rating: * *
Match Report: As the clock moved towards midnight on the final day of 2012, so extreme boule maestro Pippa Cox made a final attempt at grabbing the number one spot in the world. With the season ending on the stroke of midnight this was surely the final game of the season. This was an extreme indoor match that really put the players through their paces. Newcomer G. Face showed some nice touches, but as the boule clattered over sofas and christmas trees it was Cox who claimed a sensational victory. However the big question remained... would it be enough for the World Title?
31.12.12
19.12.12
Christmas Tournament
Final: 1. J. Murray 2. T. Calvert
Semi Final 1: J. Murray bt M. Wort & T. Wort
Semi Final 2: T. Calvert bt T. Webster
Location: Pontcanna, Cardiff
Extreme Rating: * *
To conlude the day's Extreme Boule Christmas festivities, the Christmas Tournament was announced. In semi final one, Murray left it late but managed to squeak past Wort and Wort. In semi final two, Webster's miserable form continued leaving the tournament early and more importantly waving good bye to the 2012 World Title for good. In the final Murray showed the stylish play that got him known as the Anna Kournikova of the Extreme Boule World, winning the match and helping him to claw his way up the World Rankins in the process.
Semi Final 1: J. Murray bt M. Wort & T. Wort
Semi Final 2: T. Calvert bt T. Webster
Location: Pontcanna, Cardiff
Extreme Rating: * *
To conlude the day's Extreme Boule Christmas festivities, the Christmas Tournament was announced. In semi final one, Murray left it late but managed to squeak past Wort and Wort. In semi final two, Webster's miserable form continued leaving the tournament early and more importantly waving good bye to the 2012 World Title for good. In the final Murray showed the stylish play that got him known as the Anna Kournikova of the Extreme Boule World, winning the match and helping him to claw his way up the World Rankins in the process.
Pre Christmas Show Down
Game 1: 1 - T. Calvert 2- T. Wort 3- T. Webster 4- M. Wort
Game 2: 1 - T. Webster 2- T. Wort 3- T. Calvert 4- J. Murray
Date: 15/12/12
Location: Pontcanna, Cardiff
Extreme Rating: * *
As news filtered through that Mike Hopkins was back in the number one spot, so the Cardiff Extreme Boule scene took to the mud. Webster knew that a series of victories could claim him the number one spot and most likely the world title - indeed all eyes were on him as the first match started. Playing against the clock, the game splashed it's way round the mud and debris of Pontcanna. For Webster, the pressure was too much. Out foxed by a player not in the Top 20 world rankings (Calvert) and a man more used to turning up at boule matches than winning (T. Wort) it was clear the World Title was slipping away from Webster. Shot of match? A delightful slice of Moon Pie served up from over 10 m by extreme boule rookie Calvert.
In the second match, Webster restored some pride, whilst another with dreams of the World title, Jim Murray crashed and burned. Calvert struggled with a fecal boule incident and couldn't recover her form, leaving Webster to claim the points and re ignite a faint hope of claiming the world title.
Game 2: 1 - T. Webster 2- T. Wort 3- T. Calvert 4- J. Murray
Date: 15/12/12
Location: Pontcanna, Cardiff
Extreme Rating: * *
As news filtered through that Mike Hopkins was back in the number one spot, so the Cardiff Extreme Boule scene took to the mud. Webster knew that a series of victories could claim him the number one spot and most likely the world title - indeed all eyes were on him as the first match started. Playing against the clock, the game splashed it's way round the mud and debris of Pontcanna. For Webster, the pressure was too much. Out foxed by a player not in the Top 20 world rankings (Calvert) and a man more used to turning up at boule matches than winning (T. Wort) it was clear the World Title was slipping away from Webster. Shot of match? A delightful slice of Moon Pie served up from over 10 m by extreme boule rookie Calvert.
In the second match, Webster restored some pride, whilst another with dreams of the World title, Jim Murray crashed and burned. Calvert struggled with a fecal boule incident and couldn't recover her form, leaving Webster to claim the points and re ignite a faint hope of claiming the world title.
18.12.12
The Hottest Game of the Season?
1. M. Hopkins
Runners up: D. Woolridge, B. Martin, A. Betts, T. Wort, J. Godden
Saturday 8th December
Location: In the Shadow of Slop Bog, Ferndown
Extreme Rating: * * * * *
Match Report: The tension before this match was sensational. Having escaped the Dessert Zone with all their crystals in tact so Messyrs Hopkins, Woolridge, Martin, Wort, Betts and Godden lined up for probably the hottest game of the year. THIS was the match most likely to decide this season's championship. The history between the players needs no elboration. Hopkins had it all to play for and the most to prove. Doubters were everywhere. Could Mike Hopkins really be this year's World Champion they whispered. The game employed a Jack God (a non competitor employed to place the jack in a series of extreme positions) and as the sun descended over Slop Bog and a ghost dog so play commenced. The end result? Hopkins smashed his opponents and all the doubts, to take the points. Whatsmore he reclaims the number one spot with only weeks remainng of the 2012 season. Can he hang on? We'll see.....
Runners up: D. Woolridge, B. Martin, A. Betts, T. Wort, J. Godden
Saturday 8th December
Location: In the Shadow of Slop Bog, Ferndown
Extreme Rating: * * * * *
Match Report: The tension before this match was sensational. Having escaped the Dessert Zone with all their crystals in tact so Messyrs Hopkins, Woolridge, Martin, Wort, Betts and Godden lined up for probably the hottest game of the year. THIS was the match most likely to decide this season's championship. The history between the players needs no elboration. Hopkins had it all to play for and the most to prove. Doubters were everywhere. Could Mike Hopkins really be this year's World Champion they whispered. The game employed a Jack God (a non competitor employed to place the jack in a series of extreme positions) and as the sun descended over Slop Bog and a ghost dog so play commenced. The end result? Hopkins smashed his opponents and all the doubts, to take the points. Whatsmore he reclaims the number one spot with only weeks remainng of the 2012 season. Can he hang on? We'll see.....
2.12.12
New World Number One
Following on from the latest games the World Rankings have thrown a new number one, with just ONE MONTH to go.
Hot Shot Tom Webster has sneaked into pole position with an impressive 86% win ratio. Sioned Jones, after becoming the Spanish Champion, moved into second with Mike Hopkins dropping to third. Hopkins' lack of appearances in the last few months have finally caught up with him and despite boasting an admirable record he must get back out on the boule if he wants to claim this year's championship. Webster's lead is very precarious with even last year's champion Darren Woolridge in with a chance of reclaiming the title if the cat licks his bacon.
Hot Shot Tom Webster has sneaked into pole position with an impressive 86% win ratio. Sioned Jones, after becoming the Spanish Champion, moved into second with Mike Hopkins dropping to third. Hopkins' lack of appearances in the last few months have finally caught up with him and despite boasting an admirable record he must get back out on the boule if he wants to claim this year's championship. Webster's lead is very precarious with even last year's champion Darren Woolridge in with a chance of reclaiming the title if the cat licks his bacon.
Rust Never Sleeps Rule becomes active
Exclusive News from The Extreme Boule Administration Department
Following on from an exhaustive meeting the The Extreme Boule Administration Department (EBAD) have concluded that the points system in use for this year's championship is completely fool proof. Chairman Rodney Puw highlighted the 'Rust Never Sleeps' Rule, that only operates in the last month of the season, as being at the pinnacle of sporting judgement. The rule punishes non active players, with certain big names such as Mike Hopkins and Gwen Thomas falling foul.
Chairman Rodney Pugh at the meeting
Vice Chancellor Hot Todd commented to reporters that this season has been one of the toughest on record with over 70 championship games played. Todd added " Riduculously complicated points systems just really mess with the players. So we've kept it real simple. Fact. We don't want not messing with players. Comprende?"
Vice Chancellor Hot Tod yesterday
When asked how the EBAD felt the players will respond to 'Rust Never Sleeps' Rule becoming active Privy Councillor Les Crisps responded "It's been in the rules since the year 2011. Those who complain should just get out on the boule pitch and let the orbs do the talking. Cripes."
Les Crisps doing what he does best
Extreme Boule President Neil Young was unavailable to comment.
Neil Young
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