Haven’t shot many clout competitions so far this year, a clout competition is where you aim at a flag that is set out on the ground at 120 yards (for my age group). Clout distances range from 80 yards- 180 yards and 75 meters-200 meters.
Every year the Lancashire Clout Championships are held at Maghull near Liverpool. This competition is normally plagued by strong winds, rain or both. Fortunately it was a really nice day this year, no wind; the sun was shining, and not too hot.
I already hold the national record for the 100 yard distance which I set a couple of years ago, and this was one of my last chances to break the national record for the 120 yard distance before moving up to my next distance of 140 yards.
I started off quite well, but soon realised my scores were not on track for a record. But it was not all doom and gloom, I was awarded first place junior in Lancashire, receiving the trophy I have now won 5 years in a row. I also was lucky enough to win a few prizes in the raffle!
27 August 2010, 17:14Posted by: