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Moore wins 2016 singles trophy

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Dave raises a smile and the trophy at the presentation afternoon. Photo contributed
Dave raises a smile and the trophy at the presentation afternoon. Photo contributed

Dave Moore has won the Major Singles trophy for 2016 at the Mullumbimby Ex-Services Club presentation day held on January 14.

Trophy recipients at the event included:

Minor Pairs – Ross Graham and Sean Doherty

Minor Singles – Michael Burke

Triples Winners – Sandy Purdie, Richie Northcott and Mark Holton

Fours Winners – Greg Moroney, Errol Boyter, Scott Hogan and Mark Hogan

Major Pairs – Leigh Rickert and Richie Northcott.

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