Anglers turn out in force to support Ian
On
Saturday 14th September a sponsored fishing match was held to raise funds
for Macmillan Cancer Relief.
On the day of the event, a total of 38 anglers from around the area were
in attendance to support North Anston angler Ian Barnett who this week
was admitted to Sheffield’s Hallamshire Hospital to undergo very
serious surgery to help him overcome cancer.
Ian, who is a long time angling colleague of mine, organised the match
following several stays in Doncaster Hospital earlier in the year when
he was diagnosed with the illness.
He and his family wanted to show their appreciation to the highly specialised
Macmillan Nurses, who do a wonderful job all over the country to support
cancer patients and their families.
When he visited my home earlier in the week, Ian stated that he was so
proud to have raised a total of £701.01 towards the worthy cause
(the odd penny coming from the charity box donated by Gateford Angling
Supplies).
He also informed me that he was looking forward to getting back out on
the bank after his post operative convalescence that should take approximately
six months.
The fund raising match was held at Lodge Farm Fisheries and the owners,
Bill and Debbie Aukland, made generous contributions towards the event.
The match was won by J. Foster with 11lb 5oz, second was C. Clayton with
9lb 4.5oz and third place was taken by D. Lee with 8lb 1oz.
Everyone caught fish and they all agreed that it had been a good match,
with the most important winner being Macmillan Cancer Relief.
Bill Cotton of Nutra Baits also sponsored the event making sure that there
were no losers, as every angler went home with an angling goodie bag.
Ian and his family have asked me to express their sincere thanks to Bill
and to everyone else who donated raffle prizes.
Thanks are also extended to Jeff Mawby of Gateford Angling Supplies and
all of his customers who rallied to the cause.
I would like to extend a sincere good luck message to Ian and on behalf
of all the anglers in the region who know him – we wish you a speedy
recovery and we all look forward to seeing you out on the banks with your
fishing gear once again.
Sandhill Lake Fund Raiser
Andy
Marsden’s first organised open event, that took place on Sandhill
Lake, attracted 22 anglers, some of whom struggled to catch fish.
Top rod on the day was Stevie Bassett (Worksop) with a creditable 29lb
8oz from peg 51 taking fish steadily throughout the match including bream
to 4.5lb on the feeder method.
Simon Smith (Worksop) took the runner-up spot with 9lb 4oz from peg 52
and Roger Green (Worksop) was third with 9lb from peg 37.
Section winners were Andrew Pickersgill (Angling Supplies) 4lb 9oz (p61),
Stuart Brumpton (Worksop) 4lb (p39).
Notice Board
Andy
Marsden is organising another open event on Sandhill Lake on Sunday to
raise funds for the WDAA’s angling peg project.
The match is limited to 25 pegs the entry fee is £12.50 the draw
takes place at 8.30 and fishing will be from 10am until 4pm.
For further details please contact Andy on 01909 730155.
Worksop United members who intend taking part in the next match at Wetlands
on 20th October should submit their names to the secretary as soon as
possible.
The permit holders’ match tomorrow will take place on the Bracebridge
section and the entry fee is £4.
Association News
A vote
of thanks is extended to Andy Marsden from the Committee of the WDAA for
his commitment in trying to raise funds for new pegs on Sandhill Lake.
Well done Andy, your services are very much appreciated.
The annual Delegates and Officials Match is scheduled to take place on
Sandhill Lake on Saturday 19th October.
The entry fee is £5 per angler and the draw will take place from
8.30am.
Applications via club secretaries should be returned to the association
secretary Derek Brown by 14th October.
Those competitors taking part will be competing for the Worksop Guardian
Gerald Rollinson Memorial Cup.
New Bailiff
The association
have this week appointed a new bailiff for their Torksey Arm fishery,
he is Ken Bradshaw and his telephone number is 01427 717492.
Torksey Arm fishery. He is Ken Bradshaw and his telephone number is 01427
717492.
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Yours in Sport Glyn |