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Bob’s Bit Fantastic News!

Only seven months after being voted “The Street in the worst state of repair” on the “Horsforth, let down by Leeds” web site I am delighted to report that work has now commenced on resurfacing the length of Broadgate Drive.

Local residents are delighted with the result that makes the street safe again.

Dangerous Crossing Following another near miss on the new Zebra crossing at the bottom of Broadgate Lane, Leeds City Council has been asked why a pedestrian crossing with traffic lights could not have been installed. This is a dangerous and fast road and the crossing has been situated in the worst possible location coming just after a major road junction. Do the people who plan our roads never consult with local residents?

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The Junction of Stanhope Drive and Broadgate Lane The Junction of Low Lane and Broadway (behind the telephone box) The verge on Broadway next to the BMX Track in Hall Park

Hopefully action will be taken to resolve this situation before the Winter..

Pot Holes!

The Town is still blighted by potholes, with new ones being reported daily, recent contacts with the “Horsforth, let down by Leeds” website have reported several large craters on Scotland Way which have been there since last year, large holes along the length of Westbrook Lane and dozens of holes and cracks along King Edward Avenue.

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Following last months article on the lack of suitable parking on Town Street, I asked why St Margaret’s school Car Park could not be made available at weekends. Subsequent to this I received an email from the Deputy Chair of Governors at the school stating “The school approached local councillors several years ago to ask for funding towards resurfacing the car park, with a view to allow the land to be used at weekends, this was refused” Direct Action As reported in last months edition, the team at “Horsforth in Bloom” have taken some direct action and repainted the signs that welcome visitors to Horsforth. A big “Thank you” goes out to all concerned.

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Also thank you to everyone who has been in touch since last month’s edition of “Covered Magazine”, your support and good wishes are very much appreciated.

Kind regards, Bob Horsforth

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The residents of Drury Avenue and adjacent streets are asking for the playing field to be provided with Dog waste bins to help deal with the increasing problems being caused by dog waste. Councillor Collins has responded that the Council lacks resource and suggests that local businesses may be prepared to sponsor suitable bins.

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clearly not the case. What is the official stance on repairs and timescales for repair?

Roads throughout the city are checked on a A: regular basis by a team of highways officers and we also respond to calls from members of the public to

alert us to potholes. Dangerous defects are made safe in one day while other defects are attended to within 14 days, although these are often fixed much sooner.

On average each year we fix nearly 10,000 pot holes.

In Leeds over the past few years we have tried to channel as much of our available money as we can into doing planned repairs and resurfacing as this will benefit the city in the longer term, while at the same time doing our best to minimise the impact of potholes.

Focussed on improving the area (L-R )Cllr Brian Cleasby, Communications officer Donna Cox, LCC Chief Executive Tom Riordan, Covered Editor Chris Barnham and Cllr Chris Townsley.

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Edition Two of Covered included a letter from a resident in the Newlaithes area regarding a lack of rubbish bins and dog waste bins. Other readers have also voiced their concerns about a lack of waste bins and about the practicalities of current bins, I.E. once nearly full, litter is easily blown from them. Is there room in the budget to install better (covered) bins and more of them? This would potentially reduce the need for street cleaners in certain areas.

Perhaps there is an opportunity for local businesses to sponsor bins, in a similar way to the sponsorship of roundabouts/grass verges?

Covered Magazine editor Chris Barnham accepted an invitation to City Hall for a meeting with Leeds City Council Chief Executive Tom Riordan and local councillors Brian Cleasby and Chris Townsley, with LCC Communications Officer Donna Cox also in attendance. Covered had clearly been noticed in This is an interesting question as we have just the corridors of power – not bad going for a locally signed new arrangements with area committees focused magazine barely six months old. for them to decide how money is best spent on environmental grime and crime. Area committees The purpose of the meeting was for the council, and will have an agreed local budget so they and local councillors, to give recognition to a magazine with residents can better influence their services. They letters and comments pages that don’t always portray will be able to tell us how and where they want us the bed of roses which some politicians, local and to provide services such as street cleansing, litter bin national, might have us believe. Indeed, the very emptying, graffiti and flytipping removal and how to fact that the Councillors expressed dismay that some deal with issues like stray dogs and fouling. Currently disgruntled constituents would sooner contact the we don’t install dog waste bins in areas other than local press than their own offices is a clear indication parks and owners are expected to use litter bins or take that their own lines of communication, and those the waste home with them. We have been mapping between key council departments, don’t always run litter bin locations across the city but our budget only as smoothly as expected. allows us to replace old bins, not add extra ones. Bins sponsorship is a good idea and actually one we’re Nonetheless, the meeting did establish and reinforce already examining. some useful lines of communication with LCC, its councillors and its departments – including Potholes: Letters have flooded in regarding discussions about a fast-tracking procedure where all potholes. It’s a huge concern for many residents other avenues had been frustrated. who regard potholes as the council’s responsibility.

Whilst we’re all aware that recent bad winters have Covered Magazine would like to thank LCC and its caused large potholes in great numbers, it’s infuriating councillors for inviting them to City Hall and looks for drivers to see that few repairs seem to take place, forward to useful exchanges of information. even when problems are bought to the attention of councillors and highways. When repairs do take place, We posed nine questions during our meeting, here they are often temporary and the problem reoccurs are the first three questions along with the answers quickly. We received advice that all repairs, when provided. We’ll include more next month. reported, will be completed within 48 hours – this is

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Horsforth in Bloomers proudly display their clutch of awards – congratulations to all! (photo Ivor Hughes)

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businesses and organisations had put in.

The combined efforts helped Horsforth receive a Silver Gilt in Yorkshre in Bloom Awards. Gerry hopes that many more Horsforth businesses, organisations and schools will take part in the Leeds in Bloom Awards in 2012. Entry forms can be registered with Richard Gill, The Leeds Floral Initiative Officer, on Leeds 2375301. Horsforth in Bloom welcomes members at meetings on the first Saturday in the month at 10am at Horsforth Museum.

Well done to all concerned!

John & Pat from Excel Dry Cleaners with Gerry collecting Gold and Silver Awards (photo Ivor Hughes)

BLOOMIN’ BRILLIANT RESULT FOR HORSFORTH

In the Leeds in Bloom Business Awards held at Pudsey Civic Hall on Wednesday 28th September 2011 Horsforth can be really proud of itself. Over thirty businesses from Horsforth entered.

Twenty five of those entrants received major awards in the Summer Judging Competition.

There were 13 Gold Winners:The Bartlett Group, Excel Dry Cleaners, G Beverley and Sons Ltd, Horsforth Carpet Centre, Horsforth Central Methodist Church, Horsforth Golf Club, The Bridge Public House, Woodlands Court, Bedford Court, Moore’s Bakery, The Old Kings Arms, The Queens and Turner Townsend.

Mr & Mrs Peterson, Horsforth Carpets & Beds (photo Ivor Hughes) Sharon from Regent Fisheries shows off their awards (photo Ivor Hughes)

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9 Silver Winners:Cafe Marinetti, Richmond & Co Solicitors, Strand Hairdressers, The Regent Fish & Chip Shop, Horsforth Village Museum, Woodside Tavern, Woodside Methodist Church, Deli Stop and Shaft Hair.

3 Bronze Winners:Hair World, Woodside Fish & Chip Shop, The Old Ball and The Grove Methodist Church.

Gerry Ingham, from Horsforth in Bloom, who also received a Gold Award with Horsforth Central Methodist Church, said this was excellent for the township and reflected all the hard work that many

Rachel & Keith from The Bridge Inn along with Gerry Ingham and their Gold Awards (photo Ivor Hughes)

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HORSFORTH AGAINST THE CUTS MARCH IN SEPTEMBER The local alliance Horsforth Against the Cuts is known for its stand outside Morrison’s on Saturday mornings, and for appearances at events such as Horsforth Gala. On Saturday 17 September they took to the streets – marching the length of Town Street before turning at St Margaret’s Church Hall and arriving at Horsforth School with a 700 signature petition against the school’s decision to assume academy status in January.

The debate about the school’s decision, the associated consultation process (or lack of it) and the effect on pupils (present and future) have been, and continue to be, argued elsewhere in Covered.

But as for the march itself? Well, to bystanders, there were two things which were immediately apparent.

First, you had to wonder why the core of some forty or fifty protesters included an NUT delegation from Fylde, GMB, NHS, Socialist Party, Socialist Worker, Solidarity and Militant. Of course each of them has a trade unionist and/or political agenda in the face of Coalition cutbacks and initiatives. But in Horsforth?

Was this the H Brigade of protestors, marching with equal commitment in Headingly the week before and Huddersfield the next?

Secondly, where were the teachers, pupils and parents? With a significant adjustment for siblings and single parents, a school with 1500 or so pupils must have a similar number of parents. Where were they on the day? Were the teaching and support staff keeping their heads below the parapets?

Is the reason indifference or is it acceptance (even approval) of the proposals? Or has the information/ consultation process been so poor that parents are unable to make an informed decision about their children’s education?

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NSPCC GOLF DAY HELD IN MEMORY OF LOCAL MAN

Phillip Tate was aged only 32 when a freak snowboarding accident, in 2008 in Chamonix, caused him to fall 80 feet to his death.

Phillip was raised in the Tate’s family home in Otley Old Road, Cookridge. He then attended Leeds Grammar School and Durham University before working with Ernst & Young, Arthur Andersen and, at the time, as an investments manager with Endless LLP in Leeds. His father and three brothers remain in business in the Leeds area, with brother Andrew (pictured with father Roger) having recently opened a showroom for Tate Windows on the Woodlands site next to Horsforth Station.

The family united on 23 September at Moor Allerton Golf Club where, with help from First Direct Banking and more than a

NSPCC was the winner on the night – here some of their volunteers at the evening event

Phillip Tate – overlooking the night’s proceedings at the back of the stage.

few friends, they staged a golf tournament in Phillip’s memory – and raising funds for NSPCC Voiceline.

Phillip Tate’s popularity at school, university and the workplace was underlined by the fact that many of the teams included players from those times. Indeed, the event had to be capped at 25 teams of four.

A number of prizes were awarded on the day, right down from the best team (Leeds Metropolitan University) to the worst. There was also a champagne reception, dinner, charity auction (silent and live), raffle and dance. The real winner was NSPCC. £26000 had been raised by the end of the evening, with donations still rolling days later.

The event proved so popular that the Tates are hoping to turn the event into an annual fixture.

Cookridge businessman Andrew Tate with father Roger.

The 25 teams included many of Phillip Tate’s school, university, corporate and personal friends.

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SPEEDING/ ROAD SAFETY

Whilst motorists exceeding the speed limit are not prosecuted, the device is an excellent means of raising awareness of speed issues in areas where there is a problem with vehicles travelling too fast.

In addition to the SID, Corex signs that can be fixed to metal lampposts during the period that the device is in operation. These signs carry the message “SLOWER SPEEDS – SAFER ROADS”. “Wheely Bin Stickers” are also available.

The Police have advised me of a number of priorities for the area with speeding and road safety remaining high on the list. I’ve recently spoken the Council’s Road Safety section, and residents may wish to consider starting either a Community Speed Awareness Scheme or a Community Speed Watch Scheme details of which are set out below from the Council’s If you would be interested in participating in this scheme, or Road Safety Manager: require any further information, “We have developed a “Community please contact a member of Speed Awareness” scheme, details the Road Safety Team using the contact details above. Contact: of this scheme are: Road Safety, Tel: 0113 2475198 or Members of Community Groups email: road.safety@leeds.gov.uk can now receive training and borrow a radar activated Speed We hope to get a new Community Indicator Device (S.I.D.) for a period Speed Watch scheme up and of up to a week. S.I.D consists of running in partnership with an electronic display board which, the Police. The idea is that the when sited at the roadside displays scheme will build upon the vehicle speeds along with a SMILEY existing council run Community face for those travelling within the Speed Awareness Scheme and speed limit and a GRUMPY face for ensure a more consistent and graduated approach towards vehicles exceeding the limit.

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tackling speeding complaints and speeding issues across the policing divisions in Leeds. Although the scheme is awaiting official sign off, I have been advised that North West Division have been the most proactive division in this regard and are already in the process of training 18 officers in the use of pro laser speed detection equipment which can then be deployed at locations where speed has been identified as an issue.”

If you would like to discuss any of this please contact me.

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“Oddly, Oddly, Onker My First Conker”

Strangely enough this is the phrase one should say on finding your first conker of the season, apparently this ensures good fortune and few tangles throughout the coming season! Let’s hope then that this mantra was said by the children in the Froebelian school playground as the new term started.

Conkers is a favourite playground game with Froebelian school pupils during the months of September and October and the rules are taken rather seriously, as is the hunt for the ‘perfect’ conker. ‘A good conker will sink in water’ said one pupil who was playing with a gold painted conker, ‘Soaking it in vinegar overnight also makes it harder’ said his opponent as he smashed the gold conker in two!

Each lunchtime sees games of conkers going on in all corners of the playground, Year 6 pupils have collected, decorated and with the assistance of the

George Hayfield & Nathan Kearney enjoying a conker game.

Members of Y6 manning the conker stall.

caretaker, drilled holes and threaded conkers to sell in the playground. The proceeds of all sales go to the school’s charity, which this year is Paralympics GB.

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Give Covered a call to claim Dear Covered, Thank you for helping to raise the issue of Horsforth School's proposal to Academise.

Although many people are justifiably angry at the lack of consultation, I think we also need to look at the consequences of becoming an Academy. To justify this move, the school has one argument only; that this is purely for financial gain. This is rather dubious since the Secretary of State for Education, and Stuart Andrew MP, have both said that schools will gain no such advantage, so what’s going on?

Parents need to be very clear here, any extra money is required to pay private companies for the educational services that were provided by

The school will be dependent entirely on private companies who operate for profit. We know how profit is made; by cutting corners. And we have many good examples of what happens; British Rail, Energy Companies, Southern Cross Care Homes to name but a few. You don't need to have a crystal ball to see the consequences of this in schools, especially in an environment of cuts. How long before we see the school having to make 'savings' by using unqualified staff, inexperienced staff, video links rather than teachers, outsourcing subject teaching to third parties?

It will do no good to complain to our councillors because the school will answer to no one but themselves and the Secretary of State. Horsforth Academy would be completely independent of local control and would be free to change the school calendar, the admissions policy and teachers' terms and conditions. The School may say that it will not change these things, but these assurances are worthless. Even if you trust these current governors, they have the power to appoint all further governors bar two token parent governors.

This proposal is truly worrying.

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Dear Covered, I am a young professional that moved to Horsforth with my partner a year ago. We have recently decided that we would like to buy a house here and settle down. The quality of the schools in the immediate area was a significant factor in making this decision.

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School in the future, I am concerned by the lack of regulation of the school, particularly when the current head teacher and governors leave. I would welcome a consultation where I could question the school about possible changes in years to come.

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Dear Covered, I have just read the latest issue of Covered and was interested to read of your campaign regarding cars parking on pavements in particular areas.

Dear Bob and Chris.

I walk to work every day and am getting really annoyed at inconsiderate parking on Broadgate Crescent, where some cars park with all four wheels on the pavement and also on Horsforth Broadway. In spite of the council providing more than adequate off road parking here there are still plenty of cars parking on the pavement area, which means I have to walk on the road.

Also I would like to point out the danger I have encountered while using the zebra crossing on Low Lane at the junction with Broadgate Lane. I use this crossing twice a day and have lost count of the times I have almost been knocked over. I have had drivers accelerating and also pretending not to see me so they don’t have to stop. I dread crossing here. On many occasions I have been half way across when a driver coming the opposite way has almost hit me. I did ask the council if they could make this a pedestrian crossing with traffic lights, but my reply was a quote from the Highway Code telling me how to cross at a zebra crossing! I was also asked to take down number plates of drivers who didn’t stop or were speeding. This is impossible as I have a job to go to! I am extremely angry that pedestrian safety is so low a priority!

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Thank you to everyone involved in getting Broadgate Drive fixed, it is wonderful now. I am very happy and very grateful for all the hard work you have done to get Leeds to mend all the potholes. Please keep up the good work.

Cindy Croft Dear Covered, Having read articles in Covered magazine, I thought it would be worth getting in touch regarding (another!) litter problem.

Since moving to Horsforth last year, I've noticed an ongoing litter, fly-tipping and dog-fouling problem on the playing fields adjacent to Drury Avenue and the surrounding ginnels. This field is popular with dog-walkers and families, and could be a lovely green space for Horsforth residents, but it is clearly neglected and abused. One obvious reason for this is the complete lack of litter and dog bins on or around the field. It's also distressing to see the litter being mown up when council contractors cut the grass, producing dangerous shards of metal and glass.

The council recently re-installed the goalposts on these playing fields, presumably with the (worthwhile) intention of providing a recreational facility for local residents, but I wonder whether any of us will enjoy a kick about amongst broken glass, dog faeces and condom packaging?!

I raised my concerns with the town and city council back in January and, while I received a supportive response from one town councillor, I was eventually told by a City Council Parks Officer that the litter was regularly cleared and that "The amount of rubbish collected does not justify a litter bin". My experience, and photographic evidence, suggests otherwise.

I have just sent another complaint to Leeds City Council and await their response. I would be interested to know whether other residents have contacted you about this problem.

Best regards, Ms A.L., Horsforth CoveredMagazine

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The Path to Relationship Perfection!

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Relationships are an integral part of our lives, whether it is with parents, children, friends or partners. The people we live with are the ones we spend the most time with and so tend to be the ones who press our buttons! Those marked ‘irritation’, ‘frustration’ or the ‘why can’t he pick his towel/clothes up off the floor’ button! So how can we keep our relationships harmonious?

The important thing to remember is that we can’t make people change. The only person we can change is ourselves. Relationships tend to be mirrors of ourselves. What we are, so we attract. We might not like the idea, but that's how it is! If your partner judges or criticises you, then the chances are that you also do the same. I know, it’s hard not to react when we are challenged in this way, but the only way to keep a relationship flowing smoothly is to stop

reacting. To turn away. When we ourselves stop judging, criticising, controlling (we love to do this!) and start being the best person we can be, then we will miraculously find that the path to true love really does run smoothly.

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: Start Early – Ensure children start coming to the dentist early. Bring young children with parents to get them acclimatized. Children should see the dentist as early as possible depending on the confidence of the child. Preventative measures such as fissure sealers and fluoride varnishes reduce the likelihood of decay and should be applied to adult teeth as early as possible.

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of times your mouth becomes acidic. Chewing sugar free gum after food speeds up the neutralizing process. :Care for Dentures – Dentists don’t just check 5 teeth! Even if you have

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Winter onions should be planted now, enriching the soil with a suitable fertiliser for an early crop in 2012. Check your brassica crops regularly for infestations of caterpillars and whitefly, taking the appropriate action where necessary. Ensure kale and sprout CoveredMagazine

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“Neutering – the Rescue Challenge” Only the dog should worry about neutering!

With only four out of every ten puppies remaining in the same home for life, it’s no wonder that animal welfare charities encourage owners to do the responsible thing and get dogs neutered.

cancer and pyometra, which is where the womb fills with pus and can kill a dog within hours.

West Yorkshire Dog Rescue, who handle between thirty to forty calls every day from owners looking to rehome a dog, ensure that all the dogs that pass through their care are neutered. This leaves the charity with a monthly bill of around £1,5000 in vets fees – a huge sum for a small charity supported entirely by public donation. It’s a real challenge for those involved in animal rescue.

Neutering your dog is a simple procedure; the dog is usually admitted to the vet in the morning and collected the same evening. Rest is important for a few days after the operation but dogs cope very well and recover remarkably quickly, stitches are removed after 10 days. Costs vary according to the size of dog and it is worth shopping around as prices vary too. If you are on a low-income then some animal charities may offer assistance or discounted rates.

Other than reducing the amount of unwanted dogs, there are health benefits too - male dogs eliminate the chance of testicular and prostate cancer, and for female dogs neutering eliminates the risk of ovarian

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Old Mods in Coup Old Modernians Rugby Union side have unveiled the coup of the year with the signing on of ex-Leeds Rhino’s player Damien Gibson.

Gibson made his first appearance for the side at the beginning of this month and played a part in their close fought 26-25 victory over Burley at home.

The Mods have had a tough start to the campaign but are sure to be boosted by the former Wales International’s arrival at the club.

Horsforth St. Margaret’s Round-Up The junior football season is well and truly underway and teams throughout the Horsforth St. Margaret’s setup have been playing their first few games of the campaign over the past few weeks.

In their Craven, Aire and Wharfe League qualifying leagues, the Under-11 Mustangs have made a terrific start with four wins out of four including a 10-0 win over Thackley. The Stallions too have a 100% record with wins over Calverley, Queensbury and Farsley Celtic. The Broncos on the other hand, have found it slightly tougher with no wins so far in a tough qualifying league.

Ex-Leeds' Rhino Damian Gibson takes the ball in his first game for Old Mods.

Gibson has previously played for a host of Super League sides including the Rhino’s and Castleford Tigers. Currently a coach for the Under 20’s Leeds Rhino’s Gibson has joined together with the Cookridge outfit as they look to improve their position in Yorkshire Division 3. have won their first four matches in the Garforth League taking them to the top of Division 2. The Hurricanes, in Division 4, have had a tough start to the season with a loss and then a draw against top of the table North East Leeds and a narrow defeat to Tingley Tigers who are second in the table. Whilst in the Craven Aire & Wharfe Division B, the Twisters, last seasons Division C champions, have had a tough start to the season. As reported in the last edition of Covered, the team are short of players and are looking to recruit into the team; but despite that, the team have chalked up one win over Bradford Park Avenue and the performances are improving with each game.

Under-15 A team have begun their defence of the Craven Aire & Wharfe League Division 1 title with a hat-trick of wins over Bradford Park Avenue, In the Under-13s section, Wilsden and Keighley. Under last years Craven Division A 15 Colts have also won their champions, the Earthquakes, first four games in Division 3.

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Old Mods face some stern opposition throughout O c t o b e r including 2nd placed Sheefield Medicals as well as Hessle and Northallerton both of whom sit in close proximity to the Cookridge club in the league table.

The Union side contest they home games in Cookridge and welcome support for the side likely to be vastly improving as the season progresses. The club are always on the look out for new players wanting to represent the side and are urged to contact John Heald at john.heald50@ntlworld.com.

Sanderson Plays Snooker’s World Number 1 17-year-old snooker player Sanderson Lam, faced a dream match a few weeks ago in the Player’s Tour Championship as he played two-time World Champions Mark Williams.

The former Horsforth School student, who lives in Tinshill, met ‘The Welsh Potting Machine’ in the first round of the Players’ Tour Championship which held in Furth, Germany at the end of August. Lam played well in the qualifying rounds with a 4-2 win over fellow Englishman Shane Castle before beating German Stefan Gerst 4-1 to earn a place in the main draw.

Tinshill’s Sanderson Lam takes aim

He was then drawn to face one of the most successful players in the sport, Williams in the First Round, a match which was also chosen by Eurosport to be screened live on television.

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In other news, the club have launched a Facebook page, which can be found by searching ‘Horsforth St. Margaret’s AFC’ and they can be followed on Twitter @HorsforthSMAFC. Finally, the club’s annual dinner will be held on Saturday November 26th at the Stansfield Arms, Apperley Bridge. If you’re interested in booking tables or want further information, please contact Sarah Smith on (0113) 2582815 or e-mail sarahsmithhorsforth2@ hotmail.co.uk.

Although he didn’t win, Lam was still delighted to have played against Williams and in front of a TV audience. He said “It was a great experience and even though I lost, I had a good time and the feeling playing in front of a packed arena and cameras is one that I’ll never forget.”

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In terms of results to the opening of the season, Fairweather have just had a month of home games for reasons unbeknown and that is now to be followed up by a month of away games to look forward to.

Amongst those the Green and Blacks face some tricky contests and cup matches at the likes of Hunslet, Halton Moor and Bradford.

It’s been a stop-start to the season due to injuries and unavailability which has seen the club suffer slightly in the opening few matches of the new season.

HCC players strip off for the Prostrate Research Fund

Horsforth Cricket Club Season Round Up. Horsforth CC suffered a bitter-sweet end to the 2011 cricket season. The first team wrapped up their season with a fourth consecutive victory. If they had been able to show the same form throughout the season (and avoided two shock defeats at the hands of rivals Hall Park) then they surely would have been pushing for promotion. Overseas player Adam Mabb flew back to Australia having qualified for the League Averages for both batting and bowling.

Quick bowler Andrew Robinson also qualified for the first team bowling averages, finsihing third in the Division C table.

with the bat were Elliot Mason & Johnny Bell, while skipper Nick Taylor & Alex Myers were the leading wicket-takers. All four of these players are juniors which points to a promising future for the club.

The disappointing area that Fairweather will have to contend with will be losing both Anthony Bell, who cleaned up at the end of season awards and midfield general Chris Markham in November for at least a year as they leave the local area for pastures new.

Of course, it shouldn't be forgotten that this was a trophy-winning season for Horsforth, with the Headingley T-20 League & Play-off trophies captured earlier in the season.

Club training has now moved for the winter periods, manager Martin Woods commented: “the training is really going well so far and our all round game is sure to improve as a result of the facilities available to us on a weekly basis.”

Here's to more success next year!

Keep up to date with how we are getting on via the club website; www.hffc.co.uk and feel free to come along and show your support to the lads. Details of where Horsforth play are just an e-mail away via the website.

STOP PRESS: As the season drew to a close, Horsforth CC received the fantastic news that planning permission has finally been granted for our proposed new pavilion! During the close season we’ll keep you updated on how fundraising goes and how you can The second team, on the other hand, suffered a help. devastating last-day relegation from Division B as an all-too-familiar batting collapse (and some In other news, players at Horsforth Cricket Club alleged sharp practice from a rival club) saw them recently got together for a charity photo to help consigned to Division C for next season. Highlights promote the Prostrate Research Fund run by from a disappointing season were the performances Leeds Teaching Hospitals. Flanked by fully clothed of Chris Baker, who qualified for the League Batting consultant urologists Mr Bill Cross (L) and Mr averages and Matthew Wainwright who qualified for Stephen Prescott (R ) the players posed with boxes to protect their modesty. Prostrate Disease affects one both batting & bowling. in three men over 50 and the research funds aims to Finally the youthful third team finished an excellent raise awareness and try to find ways of improving the third in their conference. This was all the more care and treatment sufferers. remarkable given the team didn't win a single game in the first half of the season! Leading performers Hat’s off to you lads….but leave the boxes on!

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Harriers 27th Annual 10k

Horsforth Harriers held their 27th annual 10k race at the end of September, where a remarkable 437 runners took part, a great response to this year’s club race.

The race itself was won by Baildon runner Quentin Lewis who flew home in a phenomenal time of 34 minutes and 28 seconds.

Covered Magazine hog Rob Furness was the first of the Horsforth Harriers runners to cross the line, doing so in 38 minutes and 32 seconds. That time represented a personal best and one that the Harriers and Rob will have been delighted with.

Patched-up Yarnbury Skip to the Top Yarnbury 1st XV have defied the odds and the injury list to go joint top of the Yorkshire League 2 after an impressive 31-7 victory over Skipton.

The injury struck side has had no choice but to quickly blend the youth with the experience and are reaping remarkable rewards as they remain unbeaten after the opening four games of the season.

Stand-Off Stephen Riley is deserved of some plaudits, excellently linking up the back and forward play to allow an air of elegance to the sides overall game.

Hard tackling centres Ben Horner and Jason Avieson have bolstered the Yarnbury defence and played pivotal parts in the successful start to the season that the club is enjoying.

The only undefeated side in the division so far, Yarnbury will be looking to do the local area proud in the tough matches that follow this month. Away trips to 4th place Wath and joint leaders Leodiensians are fast approaching while a home fixture against Bradford Salem promises to be well contested.

Follow the progress of the Brownberrie Lane side in Covered on a regular basis now that the new season is underway.

Leeds Trinity University College’s Rugby League side are soon to begin their assault on the new season and with the introduction of new recruits to the team.

The university side known as the ‘Trinity Titans RL’ have experienced some good success in recent years and will be determined to continue that taste for victory in the new season.

So far the side have played local university rivals Leeds University with the Titans running out comfortable 44-4 winners. The University side will also face bitter rival Leeds Metropolitan in a final pre-season warm-up and will be going all out to ensure another victory.

Club Chairman Luke Handley and the squad are sure to have high hopes for the Titans this season and will be approaching each game with an expectancy to win.

The Titans play all of their matches on Wednesday afternoons and welcome home support at the university campus on Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth.

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