Vigoro

Catch-up round bonus for new Ipswich season

A NEW Catch-up round in January could provide a double boost for teams launching their latest Ipswich vigoro competition seasons on Saturday. Ipswich Vigoro Association (IVA) president Deanne Lawrie said the round was being introduced “in case...

David Lems

08 Oct 2025

Sport

Fassifern ‘ambassador’ Jan leaves exceptional legacy

GROWING up in Elizabeth Terrace, Jan Dover learnt about sport in her family’s Boonah front yard. Being so close to Coronation Park, Jan also found a wonderful new environment to develop her skills.

David Lems

20 Aug 2025

Sport

Rosie’s terrific run of comeback pennants success

FASSIFERN vigoro icon Rosie Dwyer is such a good sport she started walking from the wicket when she thought she was run out. But after being called back to bat on, the Fassi Veterans team opener was rewarded with 35 runs that effectively set up her...

David Lems

19 Feb 2025

Sport

Dependable Ipswich bowler thrives on pennants challenge

IPSWICH representative vigoro player Lee Scudds would love to have more days like last Saturday’s pennants win over Fassifern. Scudds snared 6-10 and 7-6 across two innings to help her Veterans side beat their Fassifern opponents by an innings and...

David Lems

19 Feb 2025

Sport

Kloe welcomes ‘strategic’ pennants challenge

FASSIFERN vigoro player Kloe Gatehouse hopes being involved in the recent Queensland Club Championships provides a strategic edge for her team in this weekend’s pennants games. Kloe has been chosen in Fassi’s Senior side for Sunday’s match in...

David Lems

12 Feb 2025

Sport

‘Fassi Crew’ rise above major Qld titles challenges

IT was a near perfect finish after a “minefield” of challenges that at one stage threatened to end this year’s Queensland Senior Club Vigoro Championships. However, the Fassifern Ladies Vigoro Association (FLVA) committee and “Fassi Crew...

David Lems

22 Jan 2025

Sport

Qld captain backs Fassi junior development

SKILFUL sisters Indi and Ruby Jorgensen had every reason to be proud of how they led their Fassifern teams at the latest Queensland Junior Vigoro Championships. Indi guided the Fassi under-18 side which finished runners-up to Ipswich at Coronation...

David Lems

22 Jan 2025

Sport

Multi-talented Dash savours his last Qld titles

MULTIPLE award-winning Ipswich under-18 player Dash Anderson had an extra reason to enjoy the latest Queensland Junior Vigoro Championships. It was Dash’s last opportunity to play at the state carnival being ineligible for future senior tournaments. Boys can play vigoro until they are 14.

David Lems

22 Jan 2025

Sport

Sports ‘family’ share state title success

IPSWICH’S latest state champions are good Sports literally – highlighting the value of sticking together. Sports only lost one match on their way to finishing their final game with 32 points – equal with Fassifern competition opponents...

David Lems

21 Jan 2025

Sport

State titles revamp in Boonah due to weather

AS a leading player and official, Jan Dover is heavily involved in major vigoro competitions. The Rebels club and Fassifern representative team captain enjoys working with other dedicated volunteers ensuring the sport continues to provide quality...

David Lems

15 Jan 2025

Sport

Ella’s added excitement defending Qld title

AFTER a “nice surprise” sharing in last year’s Queensland Senior Club Championship success, Ella Faulkner is even more eager to defend the title on home soil this week. The first-year Aussies senior team captain and wicketkeeper was part of...

David Lems

15 Jan 2025

Sport

Wish lists to take Ipswich sport forward

PROGRESSING a major stadium, building on strong Jets recruiting, lighting up Baxter Oval and more community engagement are among what leading Ipswich sport administrators have on their 2025 wish lists. Ipswich Basketball Association (IBA) president...

David Lems

11 Dec 2024

Sport

Qld events on radar after pennants washout

IPSWICH’S leading vigoro players will refocus on the fast-approaching state championships after the latest round of pennants matches were washed out. Ipswich’s Senior, Veterans, Under 18 and Under 14 teams were eagerly awaiting last Saturday’s...

David Lems

27 Nov 2024

Sport

Extra Fassi incentive in pennants showdown

FASSIFERN will launch their latest pennants campaign on Saturday with four teams rich in experience and youthful talent. The Fassifern Seniors and Veterans sides feature a number of Queensland’s best players who enjoy their annual three-match...

David Lems

20 Nov 2024

Sport

Ipswich Vets’ extra incentive to beat rivals

IPSWICH Vigoro Association president and Veterans representative captain Deanne Lawrie knows how much of a challenge Fassifern teams provide each pennants season. Ipswich and Fassifern shared last season’s Brooker-Podlich Cup series after both...

David Lems

13 Nov 2024

Sport

New Ipswich season with community themes

LONG-time Ipswich vigoro supporter Deanne Lawrie is happy to wear two proverbial hats for the foreseeable future. She’s preparing for her third season as Queensland Vigoro Association president having fulfilled Ipswich leadership roles for many...

David Lems

09 Oct 2024

Sport

Sports back on top after young guns fire

WINNING Sports captain and Player of the Final Megan Packer praised her team for overcoming a “super strong” threat to end an Ipswich vigoro premiership drought. Sports players and supporters are celebrating their first Division 1 grand final...

David Lems

27 Mar 2024

Sport

Healthy benefits for seniors playing outdoor sport

BOWLS, golf and ever-growing sports like masters hockey and cricket are valuable pastimes for seniors to enjoy. Bowls and golf clubs provide regular social and more competitive weekly events that help participants keep healthy physically and...

David Lems

06 Mar 2024

Sport

Fassi share spoils in pennants battle

FASSIFERN Veterans team captain Jan Dover acknowledged the healthy state of pennants vigoro after her association shared the latest Brooker/Podlich Cup with Ipswich. Fassifern’s Veterans and Senior teams started the weekend doubleheader holding...

David Lems

14 Feb 2024