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1: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1297 - Ascension (Sport) - 04.03.2010

It seems that a number of other events, from rugby to the party at the VT Mess to the heat kept a few hashers away today.

2: Hash Trash No: 1297 - Ascension (Sport) - 25.02.2010

Some lucky folk got a bit of prior warning about long trousers (pants for the yanks) and so were a bit sweaty

3: RUNWAY DASH - Ascension (Sport) - 25.02.2010

IN AID OF THE GUIDES’ CENTENARY CAMP FUND AND BREAST CANCER AWARENESS ON ST. HELENA

4: Football - TBS Junior League - Ascension (Sport) - 18.02.2010

The middle school football club at Two Boats School continued their football league

5: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1296 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.02.2010

A hot afternoon greeted the Hashers at Bullocks pond car park, We have been here a lot lately but we expected a new Hash as we had all seen Morganasaurus scale Spoon crater on the other side of the road a couple of weeks ago.

6: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1294 - Ascension (Sport) - 11.02.2010

Well, this was a special hash – time to put on our finest hash formal attire and celebrate the last year of hashing!!

7: Hash No: 1295 - Ascension (Sport) - 11.02.2010

It was a hot afternoon, but that didn’t deter the hardy Ascension Hashers at all.

8: Queens Baton – Commonwealth Games 2010. - Ascension (Sport) - 11.02.2010

When the RMS arrives this Wednesday morning it will be bringing the team carrying the Queens Baton to the island.

9: Hash No: 1293 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.01.2010

The directions for this week’s hash had everyone heading down the newly repaired road to Cricket Valley.

10: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1292 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.01.2010

The rain had let up by the time the crowd gathered at Bullock’s Pond parking area.

11: Hash No: 1291 - Ascension (Sport) - 14.01.2010

The hashers all gathered at the Two Boats soccer pitch on a rather hot summer afternoon for an easy trek.

12: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1289 - Ascension (Sport) - 07.01.2010

This was a very special Christmas hash. Most of the hashers arrived as directed with some very festive headgear on display! Everyone was eager to get started and work off some of the delicious Christmas meals from the day before.

13: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1290 - Ascension (Sport) - 07.01.2010

Well, an adventurous crowd braved the rough track to the Scout Camp for this week’s hash.

14: Hash No: 1288 - Ascension (Sport) - 24.12.2009

This was a special hash

15: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1287 - Ascension (Sport) - 17.12.2009

A little confusion about the starting spot…. Someone should obviously read the paper! Thankfully Headmistress went out on a rescue mission and set the missing hashers straight.

16: Hash No: 1286 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.12.2009

Despite the impending festivities that evening, a good crowd gathered at Two Boats Park to see what was in store for us…..

17: From The Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 03.12.2009

Well, it’s been a fair old while since One Boat Golf Club submitted an article to the Islander, so I thought I’d give it a go…

18: Hash Trash - Hash No:1285 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.12.2009

It was cold and damp when the hash set out from the Pillar Bay car park. Only a few hardy hashers had braved the warnings from gaybaggage about a non- childfriendly hash and the dark grey clouds.

19: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1284 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.11.2009

It was a dark and stormy night……. No wait…… It was a wet and soggy afternoon…… But it never rains on Ascension, does it? Well, it certainly rained on the hashers this time, although it didn’t seem to dull the enthusiasm of the hounds.

20: Dew Pond Run 2009 - Ascension (Sport) - 19.11.2009

Sponsored by Ascension Island Scouts

21: Hash No: 1283 - Ascension (Sport) - 19.11.2009

It appeared that a few of the usual suspects decided to rest up and conserve their energy for the Dew Pond Run as it was a relatively small crowd that showed up for the hash.

22: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1282 - Ascension (Sport) - 12.11.2009

A smaller crowd than usual gathered at the Echo Canyon parking area. It seems a few of the usual suspects were claiming to be on the disabled list this week. Maybe it was just the thought of that cliff to Echo Canyon!

23: Retards win Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition - Ascension (Sport) - 12.11.2009

The 8th running of the annual Flipper Trophy Final, run as a dedication to the memory of Andrew “Flipper” Bennett,

24: The ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament In Memory of Andrew John Bennett - Ascension (Sport) - 12.11.2009

Cable & Wireless would like to congratulate the Winners and Runners-up of the 8th Annual ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament which took place at the Georgetown Football Field on Saturday 7th November 2009.

25: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1281 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.11.2009

The Bomb Dump off donkey plain was the revenue for this weeks hash. It was a good turn out in spite of a couple functions being held that night.

26: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition – Week 1 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.11.2009

The 8th running of the annual Flipper Trophy began last weekend; the tournament is run as a dedication to the memory of Andrew “Flipper” Bennett

27: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition – Semi Finals - Ascension (Sport) - 05.11.2009

The 8th running of the annual Flipper Trophy continued last weekend; the tournament is run as a dedication to the memory of Andrew “Flipper” Bennett and both games began with the players and officials standing around the centre circle and being joined by the crowd in observing a minute’s silence.

28: Hash Trash No: 1281 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.11.2009

An eager gang met to walk/run off some of those Halloween goodies – before they got tucked into them!

29: Hash No: 1280 - Ascension (Sport) - 22.10.2009

A bit of confusion reigned over the start of this hash.

30: DEW POND RUN 2009 - Ascension (Sport) - 22.10.2009

Sunday 15th November

31: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1279 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.10.2009

A small but brave lot of hounds collected at the NASA site for what was advertised as Stinky Nuts’ last hash (more on that later!).

32: Hash Trash No: 1278 - Ascension (Sport) - 08.10.2009

The mystery start of the hash was a little confusing but eventually all those who needed to get to the right place got to the right place

33: Hash Trash No: 1277 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.10.2009

There was a big crowd gathered for Who’s My Daddy?’s last Ascension hash.

34: Hash Trash No: 1276 - Ascension (Sport) - 24.09.2009

It was with some trepidation that some hashers made their way to Scouts camp.

35: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1275 - Ascension (Sport) - 17.09.2009

The sea was a little choppy at IDL hut and there were a few pre-hashers who had made the most of them with their boogie boards – sorry you didn’t join us for the hash.

36: Hash Trash No: 1274 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.09.2009

Word had got around that this was not to be a child friendly hash so it was the older hardier fools who came along for the on-on.

37: Hash Trash No 126? Or 127? (1269) Scouts Camp - Ascension (Sport) - 23.07.2009

An eager gang met at Scout’s Camp having successfully negotiated the ruts in the road.

38: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1268 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.07.2009

The hounds all arrived at the Bullock’s Pond parking area, wondering which way we would be heading this week.

39: Hash Trash No: 1267 - Ascension (Sport) - 09.07.2009

This week the hash met in a more somber mood than normal as everyone was a little tired after the weekend’s festivities.

40: Ascension Island Sports - Ascension (Sport) - 09.07.2009

Sports Results 4th & 5th July

41: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1266 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.07.2009

This week’s hash was the last for a while (please say not for good!) for our dearly beloved Fugitive and he got to set the two most favourite hashes of his in the area of the Klinka Klub.

42: Three Cheers for Shari - Ascension (Sport) - 02.07.2009

This is a huge ‘Thank you and Well done’ to Shari from all the competitors and helpers

43: Sports Results 27th & 28th June - Ascension (Sport) - 02.07.2009

Sports Results 27th & 28th June

44: Hash Trash No 1265 Patio 13 the Base - Ascension (Sport) - 25.06.2009

The on-on started without any hash – was this an environmental trend we were setting?

45: Sports Results 20TH & 21ST June - Ascension (Sport) - 25.06.2009

Ascension Island Sports Results

46: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1264(?) - Ascension (Sport) - 18.06.2009

Well, it seems that the early start confused a few folks, as did the rather tardy arrival of the hares!

47: Hash Trash No: 1263(?) - Ascension (Sport) - 11.06.2009

This was most definitely a hash in two parts.

48: Sports Results 6th & 7th June - Ascension (Sport) - 11.06.2009

Ascension Island Sports

49: Hash Trash No: 1262 - Ascension (Sport) - 04.06.2009

An eager crowd gathered to experience the much talked about ‘Double Commander Hash’! We were bound to be in for an exciting one with the two head honchos in charge.

50: Weekend Sports - Ascension (Sport) - 04.06.2009

Sports Results 30th & 31st May

51: Hash Trash No: 1261 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.05.2009

This was a hashless hash with few hashers.

52: Sports Results - 17 and 23 May 2009 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.05.2009

Ascension Island Sports Results

53: Sports Results - Week 8 - 24 May 2009 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.05.2009

Ascension Island Sports Results - Continued

54: Ascension Day Fair (ADF) - Runway Dash - Ascension (Sport) - 21.05.2009

The event started well at 0700hrs when Marc and Larry’s first vehicle loaded up with tables and equipment was found to have a puncture.

55: ASCENSION ISLAND ADVENTURE RUN & BARBECUE TWO BOATS TO ENGLISH BAY - Ascension (Sport) - 14.05.2009

Now that everyone is warmed up from the Runway Dash, keep those trainers nearby! On 28th June the first ever Ascension Island Adventure Run will be held.

56: Hash No. 1260 - Ascension (Sport) - 14.05.2009

A good size crowd gathered at the Edwards compound to make sure the family was packed and ready to leave the island…

57: Sports Results 9th & 10th May - Ascension (Sport) - 14.05.2009

Ascension Island Sports

58: Cubs - Runway Dash - Ascension (Sport) - 14.05.2009

A fantastic Well Done

59: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1259 - Ascension (Sport) - 07.05.2009

A large crowd gathered at the Mountain Red Hill cairn, all with worried eyes cast upwards.

60: News From Two Boats Club - Ascension (Sport) - 07.05.2009

Skittles and Darts League's 2009

61: Sports Results 2nd & 3rd May - Ascension (Sport) - 07.05.2009

Sports Results 2nd & 3rd May

62: Hash No. 1258 - Ascension (Sport) - 30.04.2009

Everyone gathered on a hot afternoon at the Firing Range, although there was a bit of confusion as to exactly where we were headed.

63: Sports Results 25th & 26th April - Ascension (Sport) - 30.04.2009

Ascension Island Sports

64: WELL DONE TO THE ASCENSION ISLAND CHILDREN’S TAEKWONDO GROUP - Ascension (Sport) - 30.04.2009

For the last year the Taekwondo group have been working hard under the tuition of Russell Peters and last week gained their Yellow Belt.

65: Hash Trash - Hash No:1257 - Ascension (Sport) - 23.04.2009

This was most definitely a hash in two parts. The children took a lovely amble along towards Sugar Cubes and then all the way along up to Bullock’s Pond

66: Ascension Day Fair - Ascension (Sport) - 16.04.2009

Runway Dash

67: Hash Trash No: 1256 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.04.2009

This week’s hash is a tale of two halves and several dozen eggs! How many eggy, bunny, references can you find in this week’s tale?

68: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1255 - Ascension (Sport) - 09.04.2009

This week’s hash had almost as many après hashers as hashers as you can see from the list. The pesky rounders matches are keeping some hashers away and the injuries may finish off the rest!

69: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1253 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.04.2009

The group gathered along the edge of the road and we almost had a renaming of Skinny Butt to Skiddy Butt as she parked the car! Too early for all that nonsense!

70: Ascension Island Sports - Ascension (Sport) - 02.04.2009

Sports Results 28th & 29th March

71: Hash Trash No 1252 Devil’s Riding School - Ascension (Sport) - 19.03.2009

A great crowd gathered at Devil’s Riding School including some old faces and newer ones.

72: Hash Trash - Hash No:1251 - Ascension (Sport) - 12.03.2009

The eager gang met at English Bay and looked longingly at the sea.

73: Hash Trash no 1250 – Nasa Site - Ascension (Sport) - 05.03.2009

Despite the fact that a number of regulars were off island and all the lads were on Scout Camp (what kind of excuse is that?!) it was still a fair old crowd who turned up.

74: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1250 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.02.2009

Was it the windmills? Was it the firing range? Where exactly was the hash this week?

75: Hash Trash no 1248 (again – See Mildew)– Comfortless Cove - Ascension (Sport) - 19.02.2009

A much smaller group met at Comfortless Cove this week – Valentine’s Day dos kept people away as they were getting ready for the romantic meals later in the evening.

76: Hash Trash no 1248 – Turtle shell Beach Hut - Ascension (Sport) - 12.02.2009

A huge crowd turned up at Turtle Shell (some having gone to Springers by mistake!!) for the hash bash and what a hash bash it turned out to be!

77: Hash Trash - No: 1247 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.02.2009

The gang minus minors (well nearly all minors – more in a minute) met at Butt Crater for what they knew would be a tough hash. The Hares had been out 3 times to set the thing so it was long.

78: Hash Trash no 1246 – Stinky Nuts’ House - Ascension (Sport) - 29.01.2009

The gang gathered on what looked as it if was going to be a very wet afternoon but luckily the rain held off.

79: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1245 - Ascension (Sport) - 22.01.2009

What a fantastic turn out this week! It seemed like hundreds of eager hashers had turned up for their weekly leg stretch.

80: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1244 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.01.2009

It was a blisteringly hot day as folk gathered at Bullock’s Pond in the hope of escaping the heat of Georgetown and sought out some cool breezes.

81: Hash Trash no 1242 – Residency - Ascension (Sport) - 08.01.2009

There was a huge crowd eager to walk/run off all the extra calories consumed over the festive season.

82: Hash Trash no 1243 – Scout’s Camp - Ascension (Sport) - 08.01.2009

With a last minute change of starting point the hashers waited patiently for the latecomers and did a ferry service to Scout Camp for those without 4WD – well most of them.

83: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1241 - Ascension (Sport) - 25.12.2008

This week was a special xmas hash with an extra special guest. Little Chuffer and Aloe Gobby set the scene for everyone by telling them how many circle and bar checks there were.

84: Hash Trash No 1240 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.12.2008

After a delay for Uncle Fester to go looking for some lost souls only to find the were not hashing after all even though this was their last opportunity the hash got off to a slightly late start.

85: TWO BOATS CLUB DARTS ELIMINATOR - Ascension (Sport) - 11.12.2008

Another Eliminator competition – same eliminator; Alex Turner proved, once again, that he is the one to overcome in this knock-out competition.

86: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 11.12.2008

A very select group turned up this week including the little ones at the Two Boats Water Tanks.

87: 1000th RECORDED DIVE ON ASCENSION ISLAND - Ascension (Sport) - 04.12.2008

Congratulations to Mal Moss who completed his 1000th recorded dive on Ascension Island last Sunday.

88: Hash No: 1238 - Ascension (Sport) - 04.12.2008

A good crowd gathered at the road to the Pines, but were soon complaining about the coolness of the air up there!!

89: Hash No: 1236 - Ascension (Sport) - 20.11.2008

Well, no small crowd this week for sure! Loads of hashers gathered at the old Exile’s beach hut at Catherine Point to see what the girls had set for their hash!

90: Two Boats Club Darts Eliminator Competition - Ascension (Sport) - 13.11.2008

The Eliminator took place on Sunday evening and right from the beginning the games were entertaining

91: Hash Trash No: 1235 - Ascension (Sport) - 13.11.2008

This week’s hash had a select little group in attendance. The rest were dolling themselves up for a ladies Night (more later!!!).

92: Hash Trash No 1234 - Ascension (Sport) - 06.11.2008

A grand crowd turned up at Command Hill to be spooked on our Halloween hash.

93: The Dew Pond Run - Ascension (Sport) - 06.11.2008

On Sunday 2nd November the Dew Pond Run was held. 86 runners took place on the long run from the Turtle Ponds all the way to the Dew Pond at the peak of Green Mountain.

94: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1233 - Ascension (Sport) - 30.10.2008

Leaving Two Boats to get to the hash the weather was lovely and warm with sunshine and light clouds (sorry this is not a weather report honest!).

95: Hash Trash No 1232 - Ascension (Sport) - 23.10.2008

The eager gang met at the IDL crusher plant near the windmills on Donkey Plain.

96: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1230 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.10.2008

The crowd gathered at the picnic table near Middleton’s Path on the Green Mountain Road.

97: Dewpond Run 2008 - Ascension (Sport) - 09.10.2008

Dewpond Run 2008 Sponsored by Ascension Island Government

98: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1229 - Ascension (Sport) - 09.10.2008

A good crowd turned up at Major’s residence, including a bunch of kiddies since Little Chuffer’s birthday party was delayed on account of the supplies not arriving on the plane.

99: Come-back Kings VC Milan win Flipper Trophy Final after extra time and penalties - Ascension (Sport) - 02.10.2008

The 7th running of the annual Flipper Trophy Final, run as a dedication to the memory of Andrew “Flipper” Bennett, began with the players and officials being presented to Penny Bennett and Gussie Augustus

100: Hash Trash - Hash No:1228 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.10.2008

Despite the word getting out that it took Fugitive three days to set the hash (another mega-hash??), an eager group gathered in the VC garden for Stinky Fingers’ last hash

101: Thank You From Cable & Wireless - Ascension (Sport) - 02.10.2008

Cable & Wireless would like to congratulate the Winners and Runners-up of the ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament which took place on Saturday 27th September 2008.

102: C&W finally win something in the Flipper Trophy! - Ascension (Sport) - 02.10.2008

Before the final, in a desperate attempt to win something, the Cable & Wireless staff challenged the Rest of the Island to a mixed match in which no guys were allowed in the 18-yard area and only the girls could score (now that sounds like Ascension!)

103: Team St.Helena Arrives At Ascension - Ascension (Sport) - 25.09.2008

Arriving on the island last week on the first leg of their epic journey, was the sports team from St Helena off to Pune in India to compete in the Commonwealth Youth Games.

104: Flipper Trophy Knockout Tournament – 2008 (Week 2). - Ascension (Sport) - 25.09.2008

I’m afraid I’ve had to be tasked in providing you with the report on Saturday’s Football game for the Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition as our “Roving Reporter”

105: Hash Trash - Hash No:1227 - Ascension (Sport) - 25.09.2008

Well, it was I’m Easy’s last hash, and she’d made it quite clear that it was going to be anything but easy!

106: 11km Sponsored Run - Sunday 21st September - Ascension (Sport) - 25.09.2008

First lady and first gent for the 11km run

107: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1226 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.09.2008

Everyone managed to find their way down the right track to the old Exile’s Club at Catherine Point on Saturday afternoon.

108: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition – Week 1 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.09.2008

The 7th running of the annual Flipper Trophy began last weekend; the tournament is run as a dedication to the memory of Andrew “Flipper” Bennett

109: ONE BOAT GOLF CLUB NEWS - Ascension (Sport) - 18.09.2008

Last Saturday saw the final days play in this years Open Championship, going into the final round Lawson Henry was in the lead by 10 shots,

110: Dewpond Run 2008 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.09.2008

Advanced Warning! Sunday 2nd November

111: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1225 - Ascension (Sport) - 11.09.2008

Although the day was miserable up to this point, a determined group of hounds arrived ready to have a go at the Hash, regardless of the weather.

112: HASH TRASH NO 1224 - Ascension (Sport) - 04.09.2008

Everyone met at the Motor Cross Track this week. There were lots of new faces and plenty familiar ones too.

113: HASH TRASH NO 1222 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.08.2008

It was a hash with a difference this week as the Major explained that it was and wasn’t long and had 9 circle checks and one bar check.

114: HASH TRASH NO 1221 - Ascension (Sport) - 14.08.2008

This week’s hashers met up in the Crystal Bay car park for an early start to the hash.

115: Hash Trash - Number:1220 - Ascension (Sport) - 07.08.2008

A large crowd gather at Uncle Festers house. The on on was up the road towards the football field.

116: Hash Trash - Number 1219 - Ascension (Sport) - 31.07.2008

The usual warnings – which included telling Hashers about certain Hash marks called Circle Checks...

117: Hash Trash No. lots and lots! - Ascension (Sport) - 17.07.2008

On a soggy Saturday afternoon it was a good crowd who had turned out for Irish Whisky’s last hash.

118: HASH TRASH No ??????? - Ascension (Sport) - 10.07.2008

We’d been promised a nice short hash since it was the 4th of July celebration at the base, but apparently the hares have short memories!

119: Hash No: Confused again - Ascension (Sport) - 03.07.2008

Loads of hashers turned up behind the VC to celebrate Wild Oats’ final hash on Ascension.

120: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1214 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.06.2008

The day was a soggy one, but it didn’t stop a large crowd of dedicated hashers from showing up at the Guild house for a “child-friendly” hash or so we were promised!

121: 9-A SIDE Football, sponsored by “The Saints Club” - Ascension (Sport) - 19.06.2008

VC2 v Saints Club - VC 2 started the game the brighter of both sides.

122: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 12.06.2008

This week we all gathered at Bullock’s Pond parking area, wondering as usual what delights were in store for us.

123: 9-a-side Football Sponsored by Saints Club - Ascension (Sport) - 12.06.2008

“VC1” got of to a flyer. “Jeremy Constantine” saw his speculative shot from the left wing beat 2 Two Boats Club defenders and the Goal Keeper for the first goal.

124: DEW POND RUN - Ascension (Sport) - 05.06.2008

The Dew Pond Run, in recent times, has been traditionally set for around last October early November.

125: 9-A SIDE Football, sponsored by “The Saints Club” - Ascension (Sport) - 05.06.2008

A lot has gone on in our 9 a side league since the last results write up. “VC1” and “Saint Club’s” midweek game resulted in a draw, leaving “VC1” at the top of the table after week 6.

126: 9-A SIDE Football, sponsored by “The Saints Club” - Ascension (Sport) - 22.05.2008

VC1 v Saints Club. Game Postponed. Will be played mid week. Match report will be included in next week’s results.

127: 9-a-side Sponsored By Saints Club - Ascension (Sport) - 15.05.2008

Both teams started the game passing the ball well but cancelling each other out with some good defending.

128: Hash News - Ascension (Sport) - 08.05.2008

Due to the ADF we had a small group of hashers but for some it wouldn’t be Saturday without stretching our legs.

129: Hash Trash - Hash No:1206 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.05.2008

A large group gathered at the Barracks 13 Patio for what was promised to be an interesting hash more than a difficult hash.

130: 9-A SIDE Football, sponsored by Saints Club - Ascension (Sport) - 01.05.2008

Both teams played a real good passing game and created a few openings.

131: Hash No: 1205 - Ascension (Sport) - 24.04.2008

First of all, we’d like to say welcome back to Goat who was just passing through. It was nice to catch up and hear stories of Oh That Woman & Frogmella.

132: 9-A SIDE Football, sponsored by “The Saints Club” - Ascension (Sport) - 24.04.2008

VC1 v Saints Club - Most of the first half saw both teams battling it out in the middle of the pitch. Both teams played some great approach play but failed to create any significant chances.

133: TWO BOATS CLUB ROCKING FISHING COMPETITION - Ascension (Sport) - 17.04.2008

Despite the unfavourable sea conditions, 11 teams took part in the Two Boats Club Rock Fishing Competition

134: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1204 - Ascension (Sport) - 17.04.2008

Well, where to start? A hardy crowd collected at Garden Cottage, despite the rain that had chucked down several times during the day, promising a slippery, muddy hash.

135: 9-A SIDE Football, sponsored by - Ascension (Sport) - 17.04.2008

The game began brightly with a well worked NAAFI attack. In the Absence of Capitan Steve Muggridge, Adam Robinson moved from Centre Half to partner Troy Bennett at centre midfield.

136: Hash No: ?? (Still waiting…..) - Ascension (Sport) - 10.04.2008

After a few wrong turns, most of the hashers managed to find their way to the bomb dump, thanks to Mal waiting at the side of the road directing us in!!

137: 9-A SIDE Football, sponsored by “The Saints Club” - Ascension (Sport) - 10.04.2008

The season opener saw “NAAFI 1” square up against “Saints Club”. Much of the First half was spent with both teams cancelling each other out. Man of the Match “NAAFI 1’s” Julian Fuller breaking up most of the Saints Club Attacks.

138: Hash Trash - Hash No:1203 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.04.2008

A very large crowd (sorry if we missed any names!!) gathered on the Coverdale’s patio, ready to head out on a hot afternoon!

139: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 27.03.2008

Everyone gathered by the Hood Guns on Cross Hill for this week’s hash. Whopper Chopper had a good warm up, running up the hill from his house!

140: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 20.03.2008

We all gathered at the Bullocks Pond parking area, anxious about another of I’m Easy’s hashes!

141: Hash Trash No 1200 - Ascension (Sport) - 13.03.2008

A good crowd met outside the V.T. Mess, quite a few new faces too, – unsure of just what was in store for this weeks Hash.

142: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 06.03.2008

A large crowd made the trek into the wilderness for this week’s hash. A couple of sorry souls had quite the adventure riding (bouncing?) in the back of an old rover.

143: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1197 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.02.2008

It was another lovely Saturday afternoon as we all gathered at a rather windy VC beer garden.

144: ASCENSION ISLAND VOLLEYBALL INVITATIONAL - Ascension (Sport) - 14.02.2008

The Volcano Club, U.S. Base, is organizing a one day volleyball competition, to take place on Sunday, February 24th.2008, starting at 12:30p.m.

145: Reiki News on Ascension Island - Ascension (Sport) - 14.02.2008

What is Reiki? Reiki is a method of stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.

146: One Boat Golf Club News - Ascension (Sport) - 14.02.2008

Last sunday the Golf Club held a three person Texas Scramble, seven teams turned out for this competition although the first nine holes were played in very hot and humid conditions,

147: Hash No: 1194 - Ascension (Sport) - 31.01.2008

The prospect of a night hash only scared off a few people it seems, including Gumby-Two Scoops, who claims to have been working!!

148: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1192 - Ascension (Sport) - 24.01.2008

A big welcome back to Bend Over, who just couldn’t stay away from our fair isle, and has returned for more fun in the sun….. a little too much it appeared for someone in her profession!!

149: News From The Grotto - Thought Of The Week - Ascension (Sport) - 24.01.2008

Last week we received the sad news that Ollie O’Dean, who worked on the US Base for many years, had passed away in St. Helena.

150: Hash Trash No 1192 - Ascension (Sport) - 17.01.2008

The hardy bunch who gathered at Devil’s Riding School were in for a real treat this week and a few (well one!) wasn’t sure whether to go on when told it would be about 2 hours as there was a plane to catch (well there was supposed to be one honest!).

151: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1189 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.01.2008

It was another lovely Saturday afternoon as we all gathered at Garden Cottage for the xmas hash.

152: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1190 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.01.2008

We were all a bit apprehensive as we saw the on-on was out-out the gate and towards the guns.

153: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1191 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.01.2008

It was a select little group who gathered for the first hash of 2008. As they eagerly gathered round for instructions there were a few worried glances towards Red Hill.

154: Hash Trash no 1188 - Ascension (Sport) - 20.12.2007

It was another lovely Saturday afternoon as we all gathered at Uncle Fester’s house for the hash.

155: Hash No: 1187 - Ascension (Sport) - 13.12.2007

Despite the various holiday festivities that have already started, a nice group assembled at the Scout’s Beach Hut for a nice afternoon stroll, or so we hoped!

156: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1186 - Ascension (Sport) - 06.12.2007

Everyone gathered at the Ariane site, worried that it might be a repeat of the Echo Canyon experience! We were warned that the runners would be facing a tough one, so make up your mind right away which group you wanted to go with!

157: Hash No; 1184 - Ascension (Sport) - 29.11.2007

THIS IS THE HASH TRASH THAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN INCLUDED IN LAST WEEK’S ISLANDER.

158: HASH TRASH - Hash No: 1183 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.11.2007

The hounds gathered at the Bullocks Pond parking area. Although we’re glad that Fluffy has found some companions, her company is missed by us humans!

159: Two Boats Club Sports - Ascension (Sport) - 08.11.2007

Eleven teams took part in the Euchre Tournament. On request from many of the players, a new system of play was attempted as half of the competing teams simply failed to play each other within the “14 game rotating system”.

160: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1182 - Ascension (Sport) - 08.11.2007

Although it took Yeti and Desert Rose a bit of trouble finding the rest of the pack, they eventually caught up with us all at Upper Valley Crater.

161: TWO BOATS CLUB - DARTS LEAGUE 2007 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.11.2007

The Darts League is well and truly on its way; nine teams are competing.

162: Hash No: 1180 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.11.2007

First, apologies from the hash scribe for forgetting to put in the location of this hash in last week’s Islander.

163: Hash No: 1181 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.11.2007

A very special hash awaited the hounds this week; especially for Hallowe’en it was full of thrills and chills!!

164: The Runway Dash - Ascension (Sport) - 25.10.2007

Well what can we say but a very, very big thank you to all who took part in the Runway Dash.

165: ONE BOAT GOLF CLUB - Ascension (Sport) - 25.10.2007

This coming Sunday 28th Oct, the golf club will be holding the Champion of Champions competition,

166: Two Boats Club - Darts Eliminator - Ascension (Sport) - 25.10.2007

Congratulations to Chris George on winning the competitionand to Ollie O’Dean the runner-up.

167: Two Boats Club - Darts League - Ascension (Sport) - 18.10.2007

301 Singles Tournament - Final Results. Congratulations to Ollie, Martin and Cyril, and special thank you to Chris George for organizing a successful tournament. Congratulations to Ollie, Martin and Cyril, and special thank you to Chris George for organizing a successful tournament.

168: Hash No: 1179 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.10.2007

Another large crowd gathered at the museum (sort of), all set for a “child-friendly” hash. It was soon on-on, with the usual rough terrain warnings ringing in our ears.

169: TWO BOATS CLUB - DARTS LEAGUE - Ascension (Sport) - 11.10.2007

Games to be played on Monday and Wednesday nights.

170: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1177 - Ascension (Sport) - 04.10.2007

Another large crowd gathered at Major’s house for a rarity – a live hash! Lots of TA’s again, along for a race to catch the hares.

171: ONE BOAT GOLF CLUB NEWS - Ascension (Sport) - 04.10.2007

This weekend the 7 Oct 07, One Boat will be hosting a 2 person Greensome, start shotgun at 0830hrs,

172: Everyman Dash - Ascension (Sport) - 27.09.2007

Last year Ascension very generously raised money for Breast Cancer Awareness. I feel its time we supported our men here on Ascension or St Helena, in the UK or any where in the World.

173: Hash Trash No: 1176 - Ascension (Sport) - 27.09.2007

It was a larger than usual crowd who met at the Bullock’s Pond car park in anticipation of a bit of Saturday afternoon exercise.

174: ANNUAL DEW POND RUN - OCTOBER 21, 2007 - Ascension (Sport) - 20.09.2007

IN SUPPORT OF THE GEORGETOWN HOSPITAL IN SUPPORT OF THE GEORGETOWN HOSPITAL - Keep this date in mind, Islanders!! All of you training for the Triathlon keep on training!! For those of you put off by the swimming or bicycling in the Triathlon……

175: One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 20.09.2007

Last sunday the 16th Sep 07, the club hosted the monthly medal, a very good turnout of 17 players took part in the medal, the two ball pool of 18 balls, was won by Patrick O,Dean and Norman Thomas 9 ball each, well done to both of you.

176: Hash Trash No: 117? (Not too sure where we are up to!) - Ascension (Sport) - 13.09.2007

Apres: Lots more folk who came to say cheerio to Huff n Puff and who are too numerous to mention (not forgetting that we forgot to bring a pen and paper this week to write it all down!!!)

177: One Boat Golf Club News - Ascension (Sport) - 13.09.2007

Last Sunday the 2 Sep 07, the Golf club held a three person Texas Scramble, 7 teams took part, overall the scoring was very good, in the two ball pool there were 7 two balls recorded, you know who you are so well done to all on receiving three balls per team.

178: Hash Trash - Hash No:1173 - Ascension (Sport) - 06.09.2007

Okay, you have to expect a tough hash when it takes five hares to set it!! Everyone gathered at the Klinka Klub and were quickly sent on their way with a promise of a long hash.

179: Dewpond Run - 26th August 2007 - Ascension (Sport) - 06.09.2007

Sunday 26th August was a typical August day with grey skies and threats of rain; however, this did not stop the eleven intrepid participants who took part in this event to raise funds for St Mary’s Church.

180: Dew Pond Run - Ascension (Sport) - 30.08.2007

Dew Pond Run took place on Sunday, 26 August 2007, on Ascension Island. The run was started by Bishop John and the Winner was Major Rob Light of the American base who is pictured on the far left on the front row

181: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 23.08.2007

A good crowd gathered at the Comfortless Cove car park, although not comforted by the sight of a bus up by the Radar driveway.

182: Hash Trash - No 1170 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.08.2007

A chance of showers was in the days weather forecast, or did The Storm Kings, the supreme Gods of weather, Zeus and Jupiter,

183: Hash Trash No: 1169 “The Wandering Donkey” - Ascension (Sport) - 09.08.2007

After the correction of a spurious rumour that the Hash had been cancelled, Flopsie and Carpet Burns were somewhat relieved to find that people had actually turned up at the Hydroponics Site.

184: Hash Trash No: 1168 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.08.2007

Once again the start was at Patio 13 on the base. There was a larger than usual crowd with some new faces and some old. The usual safety briefing was given by Yeti outlining and emphasising what bask arrows and bar checks were.

185: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1167 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.07.2007

Some of you may not be familiar with the term ‘oxymoron’. It has nothing to do with Mad Cow Disease;

186: Ascension Island Sports Association - Ascension (Sport) - 26.07.2007

The 2007 Rounders season came to an end on Sunday 22 July with an excellent day of sporting fun enjoyed by spectators and participants alike. The results for the Knockout final were:

187: Hash Trash No: 1166 - Ascension (Sport) - 19.07.2007

A great crowd gathered at Devil’s Riding School including some old faces and new ones. The hares quickly set the scene and the on-on was up-up the main path.

188: REPORT FROM JIMMY LAWRENCE KNOCKOUT CUP FINAL - Ascension (Sport) - 19.07.2007

Retards crushed Georgetown’s hopes of winning the triple and retained their honour by winning the Jimmy Lawrence knockout cup final by a goal to nil.

189: HASH TRASH - Hash No: 1164 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.07.2007

A fairly large group of hashers old and new gathered at the Traveller’s Gym despite the rainy weather. A rumour had gotten around that we might want to bring along our Ascension Walks books, so we were a little doubtful about this “child-friendly” business.

190: FOOTBALL RESULTS - Ascension (Sport) - 05.07.2007

RESULTS FROM DISTRICT GAMES PLAYED ON 30th JUNE - The game not to be missed this weekend is Travellers Vs Georgetown.

191: Hash Trash No:1163 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.06.2007

It was an eager group (I think) who met at the antennae. We welcomed back some old faces and some new ones.

192: Football Results - Ascension (Sport) - 28.06.2007

RESULTS FROM DISTRICT GAMES PLAYED ON 23rd AND 24th JUNE.

193: Hash Trash No: 1162 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.06.2007

It was an eager group who met at the clay pigeon shooting range with not a pigeon in sight.

194: Hash Trash No: 1160 - Ascension (Sport) - 07.06.2007

An eager crowd met at Bullock’s Pond car park for a lovely afternoon stroll. Looking around it soon became clear we were short on short people. Where were the younger ones?

195: HASH TRASH - Hash No: 1158 - Ascension (Sport) - 24.05.2007

small, but dedicated and determined group of hounds showed up for the hash, which started at the barbecue at the Ascension Day Fair.

196: TWO BOATS CLUB DARTS - Ascension (Sport) - 10.05.2007

301 SINGLES TOURNAMENT With a Difference. Each competitor will play against each other once, 7 games of 301. A point will be awarded for each game won.

197: FOOTBALL RESULTS - Ascension (Sport) - 10.05.2007

LEAGUE FOOTBALL & JIMMY LAWRENCE KNOCKOUT COMPETITION

198: Hash No: 1156 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.05.2007

Firstly, a big welcome back to I’m Easy, who looks great and is sporting a stylish ‘do!! Nice to have you back with us.

199: FOOTBALL RESULTS - Ascension (Sport) - 03.05.2007

RESULTS FROM LEAGUE GAMES PLAYED ON 28TH &29TH APRIL.

200: Hash No: 1155 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.05.2007

A nice afternoon greeted everyone as they gathered at English Bay for Girly Girl’s last hash.

201: Hash No: 1154 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.04.2007

A large group of hashers gathered at the Barracks 13 Patio on the US Base, despite rumours of a long hash.

202: Hash Trash No: 1153 - Ascension (Sport) - 19.04.2007

Hares: Buford T and Buford T, From just above the Wideawake field

203: Hash Trash No: 1152 - Ascension (Sport) - 12.04.2007

The usual crew were joined by a good number of new faces and the return of some old ones.

204: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 12.04.2007

Last Sunday the 8th of April, One Boat Golf Club hosted the Gary and Sharon Thomas Texas scramble 2 person team event.

205: ASCENSION BASE TRIATHLON RACE REPORT - Ascension (Sport) - 29.03.2007

Last Sunday morning saw an impressive turnout of competitors, supporters and spectators for the first Ascension Island Base Triathlon. In total 13 individuals and 7 teams entered the event, with all competitors finishing the gruelling course.

206: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 29.03.2007

Last Sundat the 25th of Mar 07, O.B.G.C held the Monthly Medal, not a great turnout only 10 players, but there were other things going on that morning,

207: Hash Trash No: 1150 - Ascension (Sport) - 29.03.2007

The big question was – where are the regulars?

208: The Mystique of the Hash - Ascension (Sport) - 29.03.2007

What is it about Hashing that casts a spell over us and feeds our addiction?

209: Hash Trash - Hash no:1149 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.03.2007

A small, but festively attired group of hashers gathered at the car park at Comfortless Cove. Lots of green was in evidence as everyone prepared for the special St. Patrick’s Day hash. No one quite realized just how special it was going to be!

210: GOLF NEWS - Ascension (Sport) - 15.03.2007

Last Sunday One Boat Golf Club held the Dr. Bill trophy, 15 players turned out for this competition, they played 18 holes, front nine medal back nine stableford, ie:medalford.

211: HASH TRASH - Hash No: 1148 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.03.2007

Hares: Fugitive & The Major. Hounds: Builder’s Bum, Hammer Head, 100 Watt, Mildew, Huff’n’Puff, Fabian, Walkie Talkie, Kerb Krawler, Dogs Balls, Two Cocks, Irish Whiskey, Buford T, Whiskey Chaser, Pimp My Ride, Desert Rose, Yeti, Little Crisis, ChooChoo, Colonel Spam, Puff Grannie, UltraSonic, Jane, Bill, Lambs Legs, Philip, Uncle Fester, Bloodsucker Apres: Papa, Chelsea, Chief pimp, Danny & Ollie

212: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 08.03.2007

On the 28th of February, the golf club held their annual TOMBSTONE Competition, only fifteen players turned out for this competition, never the less, a good day was had by all.

213: ASCENSION ISLAND BASE TRIATHLON - Ascension (Sport) - 01.03.2007

Are you ready for the challenge? Less than 3 weeks to go

214: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 22.02.2007

Last Sunday the 18th of Feb, One Boat Golf Club held their monthly medal competition, 21 players turned out for this, a very good turn out, thank you all.

215: Hash Trash - No:1145 - Ascension (Sport) - 22.02.2007

Well, after last week’s goings on, this week’s hash was quite sedate. We’ve decided that it might have something to do with whether or not there is first aid kit along….. no injuries then, only when it gets left behind!! A lesson learned, we hope.

216: Hash No: 1144 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.02.2007

Where to start, where to start? What was originally promised as a child-friendly and easy hash, although towards the end of the week we’d heard rumours of a “regular” hash being set as well, turned out to be anything but an easy walk in the park for some!

217: ANNUAL DEW POND RUN - Ascension (Sport) - 15.02.2007

IN SUPPORT OF THE GEORGETOWN HOSPITAL

218: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 08.02.2007

The last Sunday of the month 28th January, One Boat Golf Club held a 2 person scramble, this was represented by 32 players, a very good turnout for the day, weather cooler to start with but getting hotter by each hole.

219: Hash Trash - Hash 1142 - Ascension (Sport) - 08.02.2007

A large crowd gathered at the Barracks 13 patio on a hot afternoon to see what torture the hares had planned for this week. Warned that it was a long hash, we were soon herded on our way,

220: Hash Trash - Hash 1143 - Ascension (Sport) - 08.02.2007

Early on, it appeared that the heat might have scared some people off, but a fairly large crowd eventually showed up for what was billed as a “child-friendly” hash.

221: ASCENSION ISLAND TRIATHLON - Ascension (Sport) - 25.01.2007

8 Individuals & 3 teams have already risen to the challenge..…can you?

222: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 25.01.2007

Sunday the 14th of January the One Boat Golf Club held the monthly medal, 13 players took part in this competition, with some new members joining for their first competition.

223: Frigate's Win Scouts Football - Ascension (Sport) - 25.01.2007

"Held on Saturday Night at Travellers Hill, a crowd of parents and friends turned up to watch a close fought competition between the three patrols,

224: Hash Trash No: 1140 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.01.2007

How could Uncle Fester and gang follow last week’s hash? There was only one way – get the ropes out again!

225: Hash Trash - Hash No:1138 - Ascension (Sport) - 11.01.2007

It was a truly international affair this weekend with visitors from all over the place, including old friends returning for short visits (now the planes seem to be sorted out).

226: Hash Trash - Hash No:1139 - Ascension (Sport) - 11.01.2007

Getting 2007 off to a cracking start this was a hash with a difference! It was a lesson to the boys not to upset the girls ‘cos they will get their own back!

227: Hash Trash - No: 1137 - Ascension (Sport) - 04.01.2007

This week’s hash was a special Christmas hash for the kids and kids at heart!

228: Calling all Golfers: - Ascension (Sport) - 04.01.2007

National UK magazine needs your help!

229: Two Boats Club Darts - Ascension (Sport) - 21.12.2006

Another successful round of darts competitions have been concluded.

230: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1136 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.12.2006

The patio across from Barracks 13 on the US Base welcomed everyone into the shade.

231: TWO BOATS CLUB - DARTS & SNOOKER COMPETITIONS 2006 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.12.2006

Congratulations to the following people who won awards for the Darts and Snooker tournaments

232: GOLF NEWS - Ascension (Sport) - 21.12.2006

Islander dated 14 December 2006 - Last Sunday the 10th of Dec, the monthly medal was played over One Boat Golf Club, thirteen players took part in glorious conditions, there were some good scores returned on the day.

233: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1134 - Ascension (Sport) - 14.12.2006

This week’s hash started at Merlin Mess with Major giving the low down and apologizing that the route would be similar to other recent hashes.

234: Hash Trash No: 1133 - Ascension (Sport) - 30.11.2006

The gang met up at Garden Cottage with the sun shining and spirits high. A few eyebrows were raised when Wild Bill Cock appeared with a rope over his shoulder.

235: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 30.11.2006

The Golf club will be holding a Monthly medal on Sunday 10th of Dec at 0830hrs, please sign up at the golf club on the notice board,

236: Hash Trash No: 1130 - Ascension (Sport) - 09.11.2006

On Friday 3rd November Buford T waited patiently at the Ariane site for the girl guides to arrive to help set the hash.

237: The ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament In Memory of Andrew John Bennett. - Ascension (Sport) - 09.11.2006

Cable & Wireless would like to congratulate the Winners and Runners-up of the ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament which took place on Saturday 4th November 2006.

238: Flipper Trophy Winners - Ascension (Sport) - 09.11.2006

GEORGETOWN

239: Hash Trash No: 1129 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.11.2006

The hash started at One Boat CSO Building. It was great to see some old faces back again

240: Saints Club Rock Fishing Competition Results - Ascension (Sport) - 26.10.2006

Saints Club Rock Fishing Competition Results held on Sunday 22nd October 06

241: Hash Trash - 1128 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.10.2006

The hut on the far firing range was where everyone gathered this week. Lots of craters to pick from! There was a little bit of concern when Uncle Fester didn’t show up on time….

242: Dirty “Dozen” play with ten and concede four as Rowdies cruise to next Sunday’s semi-final - Ascension (Sport) - 26.10.2006

After a liquid lunch with Mr. Jimmy Bennett I drove passed a dug-up area of soil surrounded by a ribbon marked “Police Crime Scene” on my way to the Long Beach football pitch,

243: Hash No: 1127 - Ascension (Sport) - 19.10.2006

The group gathered at the Skeet Shooting Range by the windmills.

244: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 19.10.2006

After three weekends, the Ascension Island One Boat Open Golf Championship, came to its conclusion last Saturday the 14th Oct 06.

245: Hash Trash no 1126 - Ascension (Sport) - 12.10.2006

So it was a small select crowd who met at Two Boats football field for the hash.

246: The 'Flipper' Trophy - Ascension (Sport) - 12.10.2006

Football Knockout Tournament

247: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 12.10.2006

This Saturday the 14th October 06, see,s the last round of the One Boat Golf Open Championship,

248: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1125 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.10.2006

It was a damp and dreary afternoon as the intrepid hashers collected at Garden Cottage.

249: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 05.10.2006

The first round of the Open was played last week, I will update the scores after, the second round has been played, and we know the qualifiers.

250: Hash House Harriers - Ascension (Sport) - 21.09.2006

In honour of the 25th Anniversary of the Ascension Island’s Hash House Harriers.

251: Hash Trash no 1123 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.09.2006

We saw lots of old faces and some new ones this week.

252: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 14.09.2006

LAST SUNDAY THE MONTHLY MEDAL WAS HELD AT ONE BOAT GOLF CLUB, THIRTEEN PLAYERS TAKING PART,

253: Hash Trash - Hash No:1122 - Ascension (Sport) - 14.09.2006

Did you notice how Saturday’s weather was good until about 4:00pm when it got a little bit wet and rainy?

254: Hash Trash - Hash No. 1116 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.08.2006

The hounds collected at Columniation Tower, apprehensive about what lay ahead on this week’s hash.

255: Hash Trash - Hash No. 1115 - Ascension (Sport) - 27.07.2006

PanAm Beach Hut was the site for this week’s hash.

256: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1114 - Ascension (Sport) - 20.07.2006

The hounds collected at the Traveller’s Gym car park, eager to set out on this week’s hash.

257: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1113 - Ascension (Sport) - 13.07.2006

The promise of a “special” hash in honour of Short’n’Sweet’s last hash with us kept the younger hashers at home, and had the intrepid hounds sweating before we even started off.

258: Hash No: 1112 - Ascension (Sport) - 29.06.2006

Well, since the hash scribe was only along for the après, the description of the hash itself will be a little sketchy!!

259: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 29.06.2006

Last Sunday at One Boat Golf Club saw sixteen players turn up for the June monthly medal. Weather warm but windy and the wind probably accounted for more bad scores than good ones.

260: Hash Trash - Hash No:111 - Ascension (Sport) - 22.06.2006

A small, but determined crowd gathered in the parking area for Devil’s Riding School.

261: HASH TRASH - No 1110 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.06.2006

A large group of hashers gathered at the picnic tables part way up Green Mountain for what everyone just knew was going to be a tough one! Seems that Chief Longpole was supposed to be one of the hares, but ducked out

262: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 08.06.2006

The Monthly Medal for May took place on Sunday the 28th.

263: Ascension Holiday Sports - Fun In the Sun - Ascension (Sport) - 08.06.2006

We the Organisers would like to thank all who supported us at the field on Friday; knowing without you it would not have been such a successful Sports Day.

264: Scorpions Double Winners - Ascension (Sport) - 08.06.2006

On Saturday 27 April, the Knockout final between Scorpions and Gladiators concluded the Two Boats Club’s 2006 Skittles Season.

265: JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT YOU HAD THEM ALL - Ascension (Sport) - 01.06.2006

For those of you who have worked hard and been out around the Island and collected all the Letterbox stamps, I have some bad news, or good, depending on how adventurous you are.

266: FIVE-A-SIDE FOOTBALL - Ascension (Sport) - 18.05.2006

MAXIMUM OF 16 TEAMS. PLACES ALLOCATED ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS.

267: GOLF NEWS - Ascension (Sport) - 18.05.2006

Last Sunday at One Boat G.C. the Champion of Champions golf tournament took place.

268: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1107 - Ascension (Sport) - 18.05.2006

A nice, hot afternoon greeted the hashers as they collected at the Klinka Klub. The hares had forgotten to pick up the key, but amazingly, Major just happened to know where one was!

269: OFFSHORE FISHING TOURNAMENT - Ascension (Sport) - 18.05.2006

Trophies for largest Tuna, Wahoo and most fish caught (weight) for the boat captain

270: Hash Trash - Hash No.1106 - Ascension (Sport) - 11.05.2006

Springer’s Beach Hut was the gathering point for this week’s hash. At the huddle we were told that the usual slippery, rolly rocks would be found, but just a couple of short climbs.

271: Golf news - Ascension (Sport) - 04.05.2006

Last sunday the 30th of april, the golf held its annual ADF Golf competition in aid of this years ADF. 26 players turned out for the competition a pairs greensome, there were some good scores in the main,

272: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 27.04.2006

Monday the 17th of April, the monthly medal for April was played, a very good turn out of 17 players for the bank holiday.

273: Hash Trash - Hash No:1103 - Ascension (Sport) - 27.04.2006

A very large crowd gathered at the patio by Barracks 13 on the US base for a special farewell hash, set by and for Woodwrecker who will be leaving us for the wilds of Colorado (at least for a while).

274: Hash No. 1102 - Ascension (Sport) - 20.04.2006

The Ariane site promised to be a little drier for this week’s hash after last week’s downpour! A good crowd gathered, including a bunch of new people. We knew they were all in for a treat

275: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1101 - Ascension (Sport) - 13.04.2006

The overcast sky promised a respite from the heat, although it actually foretold an uglier story……but that comes later!

276: ANNUAL SAINTS CLUB TEXAS SCRAMBLE - Ascension (Sport) - 06.04.2006

Last Sunday, the 2nd of April, 45 players took the course, for the annual Saints Club Texas scramble, for you non golfers thats 15 teams of 3

277: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 30.03.2006

This forthcoming Sunday the 2nd April 2006, the golf club will be hosting the Saints Club Annual Texas Scramble, three person team event over 18 holes, this will be stableford scoring system, 9/32 of total handicap, with a shotgun start at 0830hrs sharp.

278: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1098 - Ascension (Sport) - 30.03.2006

The hares would like to thank J. Edgar for all his (ahem!) assistance this week – apparently he will go to any lengths to get out of helping them set the hash

279: Football Results - Ascension (Sport) - 30.03.2006

Results from the Jimmy Lawrence Knockout and District Competitions

280: Hash Trash - Hash 1096 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.03.2006

The gathering place this week was NASA Sheds, we got into a late start today and even later after waiting for Uncle Fester to decide if he was going to wear his hash boots or not.

281: Ascension Island Sports Association - Ascension (Sport) - 16.03.2006

District Football Weekend Results

282: Golf Club News - Ascension (Sport) - 16.03.2006

Last Sunday the 12th of March, the club hosted the Presidents Prizes, this was a 18 hole 2 person scramble, 17 teams took part, which was a good turnout for the day,

283: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 09.03.2006

Last sunday 5 Mar 06, the monthly medal was held, this was played in very hot conditions with very little wind during the morning period.

284: Hash No: 1095 – Rastafarian Hash!! - Ascension (Sport) - 09.03.2006

The on-on for today’s special hash was the Klinka Klub. Most hashers arrived all decked out in their dreads and braids and colourful clothing, all ready for the Rastafarian – Bob Marley Hash.

285: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1094 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.03.2006

The gathering place this week was Zymotic, Georgetown where we were promised an eventful afternoon.

286: News From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 02.03.2006

This Sunday the 5th Mar 06, we will be holding the March Monthly Medal Competition, this will start at approx 0815hrs, sign up on the club notice board.

287: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 02.03.2006

THE JIMMY LAWRENCE KNOCKOUT CUP COMPETITION - WEEKEND RESULTS

288: HASH TRASH - Hash No: 1093 - Ascension (Sport) - 23.02.2006

A cool afternoon greeted the hashers at the turnoff to the Pines. Gumby-Two Scoops and Bloodsucker had provided a little entertainment on the way up the NASA Rd

289: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1092 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.02.2006

The gathering place this week was the Blue Oyster Beach Hut at Northeast Bay.

290: Hash No: 1091 - Ascension (Sport) - 09.02.2006

Since Rhesus Andy decided to get out of setting the hash by leaving the island on short notice, it fell to the next volunteers, Gumby-Two Scoops and Bloodsucker to step in and plan the hash

291: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1090 - Ascension (Sport) - 02.02.2006

The hash started with 100 Watt diverting everyone from the crusher yard down a dusty track towards the bomb dump.

292: Hash Trash - Hash 1089 - Ascension (Sport) - 19.01.2006

The hash assembled in the middle of a cloud, will it rain? – maybe. Will it be sunny? – doubt it. Will it snow? – good chance.

293: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1087 - Ascension (Sport) - 12.01.2006

This week, the group gathered at the US Base. At the huddle, along with the warnings of all the usual hazards, loose footing, loose klinka, thorn trees, etc.,

294: One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 12.01.2006

Well last Saturday saw us golfers have a 9 hole Texas Scramble, this was a bit of fun competition to say goodbye to 4 of our long standing members, John and Betty Joshua, Gilbert and Prudy Peters,

295: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1086 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.01.2006

Not even New Year’s Eve could keep a determined group of hashers from their usual Saturday afternoon walk in the park!

296: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1083 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.12.2005

Seemed like most of the island was on the NASA road last weekend, the hashers having to fight their way through the bikers to get to their venue.

297: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 15.12.2005

Rounders Knockout Final Score

298: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1082 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.12.2005

The start of this week’s hash was Command Hill. Considering the hares, everyone was expecting a rather tough hash, but we were in for a really rough time, we just didn’t know it yet.

299: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 01.12.2005

Weekend Rounders Results Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th November

300: Two Boats Club - Darts Eliminator Competition - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Given his consistent improving accuracy, it was always going to be just a matter of time before Bronwyn won a Darts Eliminator Competition.

301: Cricket Results - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Results from match played on Sunday 13th November

302: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition – The Final - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Leroy “Heartbreaker” Hudson nets a hat trick as the Retards snatch the trophy from the Harts

303: The ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament - In Memory of Andrew John Bennett. - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Cable & Wireless would like to congratulate the Winners and Runners-up of the ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament which took place on Saturday 12th November 2005.

304: Rounders - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Results from weekend Sat 12th & Sun 13th November

305: Swarm Taekwondo Ascension Island - Ascension (Sport) - 17.11.2005

Swarm Taekwondo Ascension Island is proud to congratulate four of its students on passing their Dan grading.

306: Football Debut for the “Banana Bunch” - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

On Sunday afternoon the “Banana Bunch”, the newest team to join the ranks of Ascension Footballers, made their debut on the Georgetown Field.

307: Flipper Trophy Knockout Competition Sat 29th & Sun 30th October - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

Within 30 seconds of the start Georgetown’s defence failed to clear the ball on their right, allowing man of the match Nigel “Cool” to cross to Ashley Lawrence, presenting him with a tap in chance from which he scored.

308: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1078 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

A good crowd of hashers, including a few returnees after lengthy leaves, gathered at the Scout’s Beach Hut on Long Beach, ready to head off on a hash the hares had let slip was moderate to difficult.

309: GOLF NEWS . …… 2005 GOLF OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP. - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

38 PLAYERS TURNED OUT ON SUNDAY MORNING 30 OCTOBER TO DO BATTLE FOR THE SECOND ROUND QUALIFYING STAGE.

310: District Weekend Rounders Results - Ascension (Sport) - 03.11.2005

Rounders results from Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th October

311: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1076 - Ascension (Sport) - 20.10.2005

A large crowd collected early at CSO Two Boats for a supposedly quick hash.

312: The Mystique of the Hash - Ascension (Sport) - 20.10.2005

What is it about Hashing that casts a spell over us and feeds our addiction?

313: Cricket News - Ascension (Sport) - 06.10.2005

Cricket results from the weekend Sat 1st and Sun 2nd October

314: Hash Trash - Hash No:1074 - Ascension (Sport) - 06.10.2005

Lots of hashers gathered at the Two Boats Club, the rumours of a really tough hash making the rounds.

315: Rounder Results - Ascension (Sport) - 06.10.2005

Weekend Rounders Results

316: Two Boats Club Darts Presentation Nite - Ascension (Sport) - 06.10.2005

The Singles, Doubles, team knockout and the League all produced entertaining and strong competitive games with an unprecedented high level of skill and accuracy

317: Hash Trash - Hash No. 1072 - Ascension (Sport) - 22.09.2005

A large crowd gathered on Command Hill for the start of the hash. The bus that arrived with Gumby- Two Scoops led to a lot of speculation.

318: Cricket News - Ascension (Sport) - 22.09.2005

Cricket Results from weekend 17th/18th September

319: Hash Trash - Hash No. 1072 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.09.2005

The hounds all gathered at Uncle Fester’s bungalow for the start of this week’s hash.

320: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1065 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.07.2005

First of all, a big welcome back to the grand master of the hash, Major!! And an apology to Roly Poly, who got left off last week’s list.

321: Ascension Island Water Sports Club - Ascension (Sport) - 28.07.2005

As you are probably aware I am a keen sailor and was the commodore of the St Helena yacht club just before coming to Ascension Island and I have been exploring the possibilities of setting up a club here.

322: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1066 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.07.2005

This might be Old Croc’s last hash, and he promised a tough one. Since we were all gathered at the guns on the side of Cross Hill,

323: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1064 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.07.2005

A large crowd gathered at Garden Cottage, a little worried about what the hares had in store for them this week, after their performance just a few weeks ago!!

324: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1063 - Ascension (Sport) - 14.07.2005

A pretty big crowd turned up at the patio for what they apparently thought was going to be a “girly” hash, considering that two of the hares were sorry souls.

325: ROOKIES - SOFTBALL DOUBLE WINNERS - Ascension (Sport) - 14.07.2005

The Softball League commenced at the U.S. Base Stadium February 05 and ended with the Knock-Out Friday 8th Jul.

326: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Cricket Results - Ascension (Sport) - 14.07.2005

District Cricket Knock-Out Finals Results Saturday 2nd July at Travellers Hill

327: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Special Rounders Match Results - Ascension (Sport) - 14.07.2005

Special Rounders Match Results Saturday 2nd July

328: ‘SERCOLOIDS’ TAKE RELAY FIRST - Ascension (Sport) - 07.07.2005

Amongst other activities, celebrations for the opening for the First National Park on Ascension Island involved the run of the Island Dew Pond race, which was open to individuals and 6 person relay teams.

329: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1062 - Ascension (Sport) - 07.07.2005

Everyone gathered at the Comfortless Cove Car Park for what we were promised would be an easier hash than last week’s!!

330: Hash Trash - Has No: 1061 - Ascension (Sport) - 30.06.2005

The picnic table on Green Mountain was this weeks starting point for the Hash and it was an apprehensive group that made their way up , or down, the mountain to begin.

331: Two Boats Club Darts - Ascension (Sport) - 30.06.2005

The Darts League came to a spectacular close with the winners and runners-up positions being decided during the last game of the competition.

332: Ascension Island 5 a side Football Tournament - Ascension (Sport) - 16.06.2005

On Friday the 3rd of June, the Army Careers Office staff, while visiting Ascension Island, hosted a 5 a side tournament at Travellers Hill gymnasium.

333: Hash Trash - Hash 1059 - Ascension (Sport) - 16.06.2005

We all gathered outside B9, Georgetown this week. The runners and walkers were separated at the starting point, the walkers headed for the beach,

334: Cricket Results From Last Weekend - Ascension (Sport) - 16.06.2005

Cricket Results From Last Weekend

335: Rounder & Football Results - Ascension (Sport) - 16.06.2005

Rounder & Football Results

336: TWO BOATS CLUB SPORTS PRESENTATION NITE! - Ascension (Sport) - 16.06.2005

The Presentation, on Friday 3rd June, concluded the Skittles and Snooker competitions.

337: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

Weekend Rounders & Footbal Results - 15th May 2005

338: Sponsered Walk In Aid Of ADF - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

The Sponsored walk/run took place on the 7 May 05 to help support St Mary’s Church.

339: ADF 3- TEAM TEXAS SCRAMBLE. Sunday 22 May 05. - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

36 players turned out on Sunday morning to take part in the 3 Team Texas as a fund raiser for the Ascension Day Fair.

340: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1055 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

A late start to the hash this week due to the Ascension Day Fair. A good size crowd braved the promises of a long hash and collected at the old Exile’s Beach hut at Catherine Pt.

341: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1056 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

Rock Cottage was the gathering point for this weeks hash, the cool crisp air was just what we needed for our awaiting journey.

342: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

Midweek Football Results

343: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

District Knock- Out Cricket Results 28th & 29th May 2005

344: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1057 - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

Everyone gathered at the Old BBC Receiving Station eagerly awaiting what the hares had plan for us.

345: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 26.05.2005

Football & Rounders Results

346: Hash Trash - Hash No. 1054 - Ascension (Sport) - 12.05.2005

Everyone gathered at the parking area for Devil’s Riding School. Although there had been rumours of a relatively easy hash,

347: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 12.05.2005

Weekend Football Results

348: Hash Trash - Hash 1052 - Ascension (Sport) - 21.04.2005

A cool, somewhat foggy afternoon greeted the hounds as they gathered at North East Paddock for today’s hash.

349: Football Results - Ascension (Sport) - 21.04.2005

Results for Thursday 21st April

350: Weekend Rounders Results - Ascension (Sport) - 21.04.2005

Weekend Rounders Results

351: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1050 - Ascension (Sport) - 14.04.2005

A hot afternoon greeted the large group of hounds that gathered at the Turtle Ponds.

352: Sports News - Ascension (Sport) - 07.04.2005

Cricket Results for Sat 2nd and Sun 3rd April

353: Hash Trash - Hash No: 1049 - Ascension (Sport) - 07.04.2005

A large crowd gathered by the CSO parking area, ready for Hash Puppies and Hoochie Mama’s first hash

354: Scouts Discovery Expedition 2005 - Golf Competition One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 07.04.2005

Eight Teams turned out for the Three Team Texas Scramble on Sunday 3rd April 2005, in support of raising funds for the Scouts Discovery Expedition 2005.

355: Hash Trash - Hash No:1046 - Ascension (Sport) - 23.03.2005

Another difficult hash was promised, but there was still a good crowd of hardy hashers ready to tackle whatever the hares could throw at them.

356: Hash Trash - Hash 1047 - Ascension (Sport) - 23.03.2005

A determined group of hashers collected at the NASA site, ready for whatever the hares were going to throw at them this week. The usual Ascension hazard warnings, guava, loose rocks, drop-offs, you know the sort of thing. Soon it was on-on, with the FRBs immediately sent on a runners loop.

357: Hash Trash - Hash 1045 - Ascension (Sport) - 10.03.2005

The Hash gathered, growing nervous as rumours circulated of a trip down to Pillar Bay.

358: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 03.03.2005

The hash got off to a bit of a delayed start, thanks to a hasher who shall remain nameless, who tried, without too much success,

359: TSUNAMI DEW POND RUN – SUNDAY 27TH FEBRUARY 2005 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.03.2005

We would like to thank all those that took part and aided in the Tsunami Dew Pond Run on Sunday.

360: Hash Trash - Hash No. 1044 - Ascension (Sport) - 03.03.2005

The starting point this week was the VC. With promises of a nice, flat hash (yeah, like we fell for that one!!) and not much in the way of hazards,

361: Hash Trash - Hash 1042 - Ascension (Sport) - 17.02.2005

The Ariane site was the gathering point for this week’s hash. The shade from the mountain made it cooler and more bearable than last week.

362: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 03.02.2005

The waves were thundering at the Klinka Klub when we arrived, just a little indication of what was to come.

363: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 20.01.2005

As the cars jockeyed for parking spots, a good crowd gathered on a not so hot afternoon to tackle the hash.

364: New From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 20.01.2005

This competition was played and very well supported in aid of the above fund.

365: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 06.01.2005

The night before’s celebrations not withstanding, a determined group of hashers collected at the Two Boats Sports Field,

366: News From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 16.12.2004

14 players turned out for the December Medal.

367: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 16.12.2004

The promise that this week’s hash wouldn’t be as difficult as the last one didn’t do much to reassure the hounds.

368: Hearts Win The ‘Flipper’ Trophy - Ascension (Sport) - 25.11.2004

The teams were lead out by their Managers, “Dutch” leading Harts and Jimmy Bennett leading Saprissa, and were introduced to Penny Bennett and Ray Ellick.

369: The ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament - In Memory of Andrew John Bennett. - Ascension (Sport) - 25.11.2004

Cable & Wireless would like to congratulate the Winners and Runners-up of the ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament which took place on Saturday 20th November 2004.

370: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 25.11.2004

Hash No: 1031

371: Football Tournaments and Presentation - Ascension (Sport) - 25.11.2004

On behalf of the organizers I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for another successful season.

372: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 11.11.2004

This was Frankenfurter’s last hash so needless to say, the hounds were a bit worried, especially the FRB’s.

373: 2004 OPEN FINAL DAY - Ascension (Sport) - 11.11.2004

The 14 Qualifiers took the field on Saturday 6 November with Lawson Henry leading by two shots over his nearest rival Norman Thomas.

374: Football Results District Tournament - Ascension (Sport) - 11.11.2004

Results of last weekend's Districk Tournament

375: Hash Trash - No 1027 - Ascension (Sport) - 28.10.2004

Firstly – BIG APOLOGIES to Jasmine (aka Moaner Lisa) for forgetting her in the Hash Trash last week.

376: 2004 ASCENSION OPEN - Ascension (Sport) - 28.10.2004

37 competitors turned out for the second round of the 2004 OPEN and some very

377: SAPRISSA WINS A CLOSE MATCH IN THE LAST FEW MINUTES - Ascension (Sport) - 28.10.2004

I watched a boring first half when the players concentrated more on kicking lumps out of each other than playing football, then I turned my TV off and went to watch a VCR (& Saprissa) play at Long Beach!

378: Football Results - Ascension (Sport) - 23.09.2004

Jimmy Lawrence Knockout Tournament

379: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 23.09.2004

Another smallish crowd this week, but determined in the face of rumors of a long, hard hash ahead.

380: The Thursday Sugar Bowl - Ascension (Sport) - 23.09.2004

It is with joy that I have the honour to write this week’s article blah blah blah………(Pee Alice – punishment for not bringing & wearing The Jester’s Hat).

381: News From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 09.09.2004

The Texas Scrabble Played on the 15th August was well attended with 10 teams entering.

382: The Thursday Sugar Bowl - Ascension (Sport) - 09.09.2004

What an interesting afternoon, something completely different for many of the Sugar Bowlers – there were many shouts of fore and a few huts were hit as a cross-country competition was fought out.

383: Hash Trash - Hash No 1018 - Ascension (Sport) - 09.09.2004

It was a wee bit cold (for Ascension) when we met up at B15, but that soon changed as we were all squeezed into Land Rovers and got quite cosy as we crept up the mountain with a distinct smell of burning rubber in the air!?

384: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 19.08.2004

Hash No 1017

385: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 12.08.2004

We met up at the start of Bullock Ponds path looking a bit pathetic in our rain coats!

386: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 29.07.2004

Hash No: 1014

387: The Thursday Sugar Bowl - Ascension (Sport) - 29.07.2004

On a very blustery afternoon Turners actually won a contest, luckily Interserve weren’t competing!!

388: Scouts Organise Sport Relief Mile On Ascension Island - Ascension (Sport) - 15.07.2004

Approximately 50 folk turned up on Saturday morning to run the Sports Relief Mile

389: THE THURSDAY SUGAR BOWL - Ascension (Sport) - 15.07.2004

Due to various reasons it has been a few weeks since our last report; one being that our reports, which are read globally, are being submitted but are just not being printed – I’m not too sure if we have upset the Editor?

390: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 01.07.2004

A nice bright day on the mountain greeted the hashers. For some, getting up the mountain added some excitement to the hash.

391: Knockout Cricket - Ascension (Sport) - 01.07.2004

Cricket Knockout Results

392: “Thunder on the Mountain” Story and Photographs by Brian P. Davis - Ascension (Sport) - 24.06.2004

Sunday afternoons on Ascension Island are usually quiet and peaceful. The silence is seldom broken except for the ringing of church bells or the sounds of waves crashing onto the rocky coastline. For many of the island residents it’s a day of rest. Families and friends usually gather together for an afternoon at the beach, or perhaps today a backyard barbeque is in the making. But this Sunday (June 5, 2004) afternoon would prove to be different from all the rest…

393: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 17.06.2004

Hash No. 1006

394: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 03.06.2004

We all gathered at B-15 in Georgetown, ready for a nice, cool hash on a slightly overcast day.

395: THE THURSDAY SUGAR BOWL - Ascension (Sport) - 03.06.2004

Formula 1 Driver, Miss Fisichella, started The Sugar Bowl, although taking a break this week from competing after her sterling (or is that rolling) efforts last week.

396: Cricket News - Ascension (Sport) - 03.06.2004

Results from Saturday 29th May

397: THE THURSDAY SUGAR BOWL - Ascension (Sport) - 20.05.2004

The Tiger strikes again!!! But before I go into details of John’s success I cannot go without mentioning Gary’s pitiful attempt to improve TSB.

398: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 20.05.2004

A good crowd gathered at the Turtle Ponds, all wondering if we were heading off from there, or if buses were going to appear to whisk us away to another destination.

399: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 13.05.2004

Last Weeks Tournament was the May’s Monthly Medal with Fred Fox winning on countback over Lawson Henry both with a net 68.

400: Cricket News - Ascension (Sport) - 13.05.2004

Results from Sat 8th May and Sunday 9th May

401: HASH TRASH - Ascension (Sport) - 13.05.2004

The NASA site was the venue for this week’s hash. Thankfully it was a pleasantly cool day up there and this made for a nice hash.

402: SUGAR BOWL - Ascension (Sport) - 13.05.2004

This weeks Sugar Bowl was played in magnificent sunshine in sharp contrast to last weeks.

403: Cricket News - Ascension (Sport) - 29.04.2004

Games played Sat 24/04/04 & Sun 25/04/04

404: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 29.04.2004

We all gathered at the cooler end of the island, at the old NASA site. The ’On On!’ was announced and we all picked our way at varying speeds through the clumps of guava and mounds of rock to our first circle check. Off again and back over the road - were we going round in circles?

405: The Thursday Sugar Bowl - Ascension (Sport) - 29.04.2004

Results of the Sugar Bowl are now required worldwide after the undersigned received a phone call from the UK at midnight to ascertain the winners of the bowl – you sad muppet Paul.

406: Volleyball Tournament News and Highlights - Ascension (Sport) - 01.04.2004

The Spikers and ‘B’ Shift squared off on Friday afternoon to determine once and for all who would be crowned Tournament Champion.

407: Hash Trash - Hash No. 996 - Ascension (Sport) - 01.04.2004

Everyone gathered at the Old Exile’s Beach Hut (sorry for the little bit of misinformation in the last Hash Trash!).

408: THURSDAY SUGAR BOWL - Ascension (Sport) - 01.04.2004

This weeks Sugar Bowl produced another round of interesting golfing skills and abilities.

409: Cricket News - Ascension (Sport) - 01.04.2004

Results from matches played on Sat 20th & Sun 21st March

410: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 18.03.2004

Hash No. 995 - March 13, 2004

411: CRICKET - SCORES & FIXTURES - Ascension (Sport) - 18.03.2004

Results for 13th & 14th March

412: The Sugar Bowl - Ascension (Sport) - 18.03.2004

So ‘the club’ is now down to 2 members – please see below for the rules and regulations and eligibility for club membership – John and Al have shown indication that they are seriously interested in becoming life time members.

413: Volleyball Tournament News and Highlights - Semi-Final Competition - Ascension (Sport) - 11.03.2004

Unfortunately in last weeks semi-final match between ‘B’ Shift and The Master Blasters, no photographs were available.

414: Volleyball Tournament News and Highlights - The Quarterfinal’s Continue - Ascension (Sport) - 10.03.2004

As quarterfinal competition continues this week, we see the race for the championship beginning to step up a notch or two.

415: Volleyball News and Highlights - Ascension (Sport) - 04.03.2004

Volleyball is not a new sport to the people of Ascension Island.

416: Volleyball Tournament News and Highlights - Ascension (Sport) - 04.03.2004

Quarterfinal competition continued this week with Match 6 being played on Monday afternoon.

417: Sugar Bowl - Ascension (Sport) - 04.03.2004

This weeks Sugar Bowl was again a shotgun start with players even employing caddies now.

418: News From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 26.02.2004

Antiquary Cup - news & results

419: HASH TRASH - Ascension (Sport) - 12.02.2004

Hash No. 990 - February 7, 2004

420: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 12.02.2004

Last weekend’s tournament was played by only 9 players

421: Cricket News - Ascension (Sport) - 12.02.2004

The following matches were played over last weekend:

422: Hash No. 989 - January 31, 2004 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.02.2004

Everyone managed to find the starting point on the Northeast Bay Road, and even managed to pack in all the vehicles into a tight spot,

423: Golf News - Ascension (Sport) - 29.01.2004

The Three Person Texas held on the 18th of January had a good attendance with 12 teams entering.

424: Hash No. 988 - January 24, 2004 - Ascension (Sport) - 29.01.2004

The hounds all gathered at the Turtle Ponds for the start of the hash. Awed by the rollers breaking on to Long Beach, we were almost relieved that the on-on headed away, even if went straight up Cross Hill.

425: VC Rangers Win Closely Fought Final Of Flipper Trophy - Ascension (Sport) - 15.01.2004

Georgetown 1 v VC Rangers 2 (after extra time)

426: More Pictures From The Flipper Trophy - Ascension (Sport) - 15.01.2004

Some more pictures from The Flipper Trophy

427: Hash No. 986 - January 10, 2004 - Ascension (Sport) - 15.01.2004

A nice, long hash this week, but considering who set it, no great surprise!

428: The ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament - Ascension (Sport) - 15.01.2004

Cable & Wireless would like to congratulate the Winners and Runners Up of the ‘Flipper’ Trophy Tournament which took place in December of last year.

429: SWARM TAEKWONDO ASCENSION ISLAND - Ascension (Sport) - 27.11.2003

On Wednesday 19th November 2003, Swarm Taekwondo, Ascension Island conducted it’s second annual Black Belt grading.

430: News From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 27.11.2003

16 Players entered this weeks tournament which was the Cancelled October Medal.

431: Hash Nº: 979. - Ascension (Sport) - 27.11.2003

After a bit of antipodean rivalry, a bit of elbow bending and vocal appreciation of the mornings events, some of the hash appeared a bit worse for wear/euphoric/knackered.

432: Hash Trash - Ascension (Sport) - 30.10.2003

Hash No. 974 Hash No. 974, October 25, 2003

433: Hash Trash 970 - 27th September 2003 - Ascension (Sport) - 05.10.2003

Hash Trash 970 - 27th September 2003

434: TWO BOATS CLUB - ROCK FISHING COMPETITION - Ascension (Sport) - 25.09.2003

The clear sky on Sunday morning, 13 September, helped to ensured that the Fishing Competition got off to an encouraging start.

435: HASH TRASH - Ascension (Sport) - 25.09.2003

Hash number: 969 - September 20, 2003

436: Golf News - From One Boat Golf Club - Ascension (Sport) - 25.09.2003

On Sunday 21st September, 14 Golfers took part in our Monthly Medal. There were no twos recorded so a chip off contest nearest to the pin had to be decided.

437: ASCENSION ISLAND SPORTS ASSOCIATION - Ascension (Sport) - 00.00.0000

Weekend Rounders Results