The event which was sold out saw teams from across His Majesty's services comprising from the Army, Royal Navy, H.M. Prison Service, Fire Service, H.M.R.C. and many Police teams from England and also a team from Police Scotland.
The weather was very overcast with warnings for rain. Thankfully apart from a short shower at the end of the match the weather remained dry with some sunny intervals. After the captain's safety briefing and team draw the competitors made their way to their respective pegs ready for the 11am start. Their match lasted for 5 hours and concluded at 4pm.
Following the match all competitors met back at the fishery café where a superb buffet was enjoyed by all whilst the results were worked out.
Will Hodson (Army Red) with his winning 1 section point weight of 80lb 7oz from Peg 38 on Maple Lake.
Andy Cleaver (West Midlands Police A) on his way to 3 section points with 62lb 15oz from Peg 62 on Cedar Lake.
This was primarily a team event, and the results were as follows:
Tony Leadenham (Humberside Fire & Rescue B) with his winning 1 section point weight of 118lb 4oz from Peg 13 on Maple Lake.
Brian (The Doc) Docherty from Police Scotland who was last year's winning captain had a disappointing match. This was one of only a few carp that found their way into The Doc's net. Theres always next year mate!!
