Monthly Archives: August 2012
Goodbye to Gottingen
The Australian Men’s Canoe Polo Team would like to say a massive thank-you to our gracious hosts the Gottingen Paddling Club. We have really appreciated the use of club facilities and the help and support provided to us by Toni, … Continue reading
Gent Gekko International 25th-26th August
Day One The Australian Men were looking forward to this weekend with the prospect of good games and a full team heading into their last good comp before Worlds. The first group for the Australian Men included a Belgian club … Continue reading
Farewell Ieper
After a few good days of training and many good meals in Ieper, it is now time to leave. We’ve enjoyed our time here and appreciate the hospitality of Serge Vandeputte and Kanoclub De Paddel for the use of their fields for the week.
The Last Post Ceremony, Ieper — Menin Gate
Each day at 8pm the Menin Gate Ceremony takes place. This is when the local people honour the fallen soldiers who defended the town from the Germans during WWI. During the ceremony the last post is played and wreaths are laid to remember those fallen. It is a very touching and humbling experence. Lest We Forget.
Touring – De Paddel team 2012
2 – Nathan Moore, 1 – Robert Sims, 4 – Craig Hutchinson, 3 – Matt Moore, 8 – Luke Holmes
De Paddel competition
Day One The men knew coming into De Paddel that it would be a tough comp as they only had 5 players, but they didn’t realise how tough it would be. The first day started well and despite being in … Continue reading
Australian Men's Canoe Polo Team 2012 