Belated congrats to Aoyama Petanque

Congratulations to Aoyama Petanque representatives Albert, Tom and Yokoyama san who won the 2nd annual HSPC End of Year Invitational on Dec. 30.

Amidst temperamental weather that saw blue skies, storms and cold wind, the event was hard-fought with several games going down to the last point.

Apologies for the delay in posting but we were waiting for Vasili's photos, which have captured the atmosphere of the day -- and night!

Thanks Vas!

Braving the elements ...

Despite some lousy weather on Saturday the boys braved the rain and rigged up a courtisde cover before playing a few games between the rocky "back tracks." Steve in particular was in fine form and his hot hand could only be cooled by numerous beers.

Later in the day a "well oiled" Ale-bert dropped by to celebrate his birthday (we think he may have started early) and the play continued to deep in the evening.

The Sunday recovery session was relatively mellow until "Bingo" arrived to fire the boys up with his courtside commentary and later from the front lines pointing.

They love you in New York Bingo, in Takao, even in Myoshoji!