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Conkers - Who says its a childs game? Conkers has become an annual event with members of the Miskin Sporting Club. Their fifth annual contest, in aid of charity, took place at the weekend - and players committing foul shots were shown a red or yellow card! Pictured having a crack at each other outside the Miskin Arms are Mr Rob Santer (left) of Kings Road, Canton, Cardiff, who emerged as runner-up and Mr Jeff Davies of Pen-y-Groes, Groes Faen, the contest winner. And there in the middle, resplendent in boater and with warning cards at the ready is the referee, 73-year old Mr henry Harry, of Miskin Village.Members of the Miskin Sporting Club watch the proceedings. 8th November 1981
Western Mail Archive
Mirrorpix
Wales
Media ID 21621942
© Mirrorpix
Conkers Games Referee Spectators String
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Conkers - Who says it's a child's game? Conkers has evolved into an annual event, showcasing the competitive spirit of adults as well. The Miskin Sporting Club proudly organized their fifth consecutive contest in support of charity, held over the weekend. In this thrilling print captured by Western Mail Archive, two determined players can be seen engaging in a fierce battle outside the esteemed Miskin Arms. Mr Rob Santer, hailing from Kings Road in Canton, Cardiff, displayed remarkable skill and emerged as the runner-up while Mr Jeff Davies of Pen-y-Groes, Groes Faen claimed victory as the contest winner. Standing tall amidst all the excitement is 73-year-old referee Mr Henry Harry from Miskin Village. Dressed impeccably in his boater hat and armed with warning cards for any foul play that may occur during this intense match. The atmosphere was electric as members of the Miskin Sporting Club gathered to witness these skilled competitors go head-to-head with their conker strings swinging fiercely through the air. It was truly a sight to behold! This image captures not only the thrill and intensity of this unique sporting event but also showcases how age knows no bounds when it comes to enjoying friendly competition. This nostalgic photograph serves as a reminder that even traditional childhood games like conkers can bring people together for a good cause while igniting their competitive spirits.
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