August 2025 – Darts Update
Friday 1 Aug, 2025
Hornby Dominates Across the Board!
What an incredible season we’re having! Our players continue to shine in tournaments while our teams dominate the Winter League ladders. Let’s celebrate our recent achievements:
Tournament Triumphs
• Jordan Whyte claimed top honours in the Alf Franklin Trophy at the President’s Invitation
• Chris Jessett smashed the highest break (152) at the Scott Special Pairs
• Kelvin Head notched up a tournament high finish (134)
• Our members who played in the Central Regions tournament showed tremendous fight against tough opposition. Centra Regions winning 94 – 86. Well done to Jordan Whyte, Doug Bull, Chris Jessett, Max Smail, Tylar Whyte, Maata Atkins, Sarah Pitama
Winter League Warriors
Our teams are crushing it across all grades:
• Premier Grade: Hornby A continues their unstoppable run, sitting pretty at the top with just one loss all season. Congrats to Kelvin Head for hitting a high finish (170)
• 1st Grade: Hornby C holding strong in 4th against fierce competition
• 2nd Grade: A Hornby takeover with Hornby E leading the pack and Hornby F close behind in 3rd
• 3rd Grade: Hornby H showing steady improvement in their debut season
Nationals Bound!
As we go to print, our elite squad is representing Hornby at the Darts NZ Nationals in Pukekohe: Maata Atkins, Jordan Whyte, Tyler Whyte, Chris Jessett, Sarah Pitama, Lee Brinsdon, Ashlee Regnaud, Leana Hodges and Raewyn Edwards. Play well, team!
Summer League Calling!
Registrations are now open for our Summer League starting in September. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, we welcome all new members. See Maata or Rob to sign up!
The Final Arrow
From tournament glory to league dominance, Hornby Darts continues to set the standard. Let’s keep this momentum going as we approach finals season!
#HornbyPride #UpTheHornby
The darts team