Welsh
Petanque Association Welsh Petanque Association - 44th World Championships, Dakar, Senegal.
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For the first time in the history of the sport of petanque being played in Wales, a Welsh squad was invited to by the Federation Senegalaise De Sports Boules and the FIPJP to take part between 12th and 16th November 2008. The Welsh results can be viewed by following this link. The BBC where present at the World Championships in Dakar, here are two links related to their reporting of the event.
The following members represented Wales at the World Championship:
On Friday 17th October a fund raising event took place at Banwen Rugby Club, Ospreys and Welsh International Adam Jones joined in the event to wish the Welsh Team good luck for the World Championship. |
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Back row: Peter Westall, Adam Jones, Tony Smith
Front Row: David Elston and Derek Jones. |
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Adam Jones of the Ospreys and Wales proudly wearing his WPA pin.
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Adam Jones inspecting the boule with David Elston.
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Discussing technique with Adam, not the best grip but we were convinced that it would improve with a bit of practice.
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David passing on a few tips of the game.
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SponsorsThe WPA and the team members would like to thank the following sponsors for their participation in enabling the Welsh Team to attend the World Championships and also a special thank you to all the individuals and family members who have supported the individual team members in raising money. Banwen Rugby Club, Celtic Energy, Lodge Cars, Taylor Marine Engineering, Western Log, Neath & District RFC, Aberpergwyn Colliery, Care for U Care Home, Garden City Garage and David Christian Magic Show. In addition, we would also like to thank Mr Steve Harries of HHPG Ltd, CherryBlue Consultancy and Seal Enterprises (Training Division) for their financial support. |
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