Wayne Macdonald

Accidentally moving jack

In competition when marking the jack, I sometimes accidentally move the jack only a tad I simply move it back to where it was, should I be telling the opposition?

New comment 1d ago

3 likes • 13d

I keep a small stick in my pocket and use that to mark coche and boules with, also I keep the start of the line about 5mm away, saves any accidental movement of what you are marking

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Coaches corner tactic review

Coaches Corner - My analysis of tactics during this game in Aubenas National Pètanque 2026 https://youtu.be/UVRq7mG9P64 Here is my first tactical review of a game I filmed yesterday at the Top 300 Veterans in Aubenas. I think it showcases an interesting situation at 11/10 and the choices that led to the eventual demise of one team. Is this the sort of analysis you want or something different. What would your choice of tactics be here. Vote below or add a comment

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New comment 13d ago

1 like • 14d

I would shoot 1st, because it was straight in front of the coche. So it would very difficult to out point and also you may accidentally move the coche (maybe not on that terrain) so if you pointed 1st then shoot and the coche moved, then you would of wasted a boule. I know a lot of people here think put a good point in 1st then shoot because they think if they hit it, that there won't be anything close by holding, but if you shoot and carreaue or stay close by, then you still have 1 extra boule for later on.

Jun 10 •

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What do you think of these banners? Do the represent what I do and what are your thoughts. I like the top one

New comment Jun 13

1 like • Jun 13

B only because it has a bit more information on it. You can use it anywhere and people would know what it's all about and where to find you.

Jun 5 •

An exceptional game and the growth of a junior

If you have t seen this game yet you MUST watch it. I first filmed Jason around 18 months ago when his father had a very long chat with me about his attitude and how he let his emotions get on top of him. I had a little chat with him in poor French and continued to chat to him over the 2/3 days of filming. The difference in this young man is incredible. He was always red raw in his face, massively upset if he didn’t carreau everything and he couldn’t accept defeat. It’s a true story of redemption of the mind and a superb example of working on defeating your emotions and making passion your strength. I’m not taking any accolades for this, it’s merely an observation. His father had got to his wits end and felt a conversation with someone who isn’t in the French squad might help. I’m sure he has plenty of magnificent people around him https://youtu.be/Q41lKqqwADg?is=gMZAtHKjcgH7Zy4Y

New comment Jun 6

0 likes • Jun 6

Was a awesome game to watch, it had a bit of everything. The young guy did so well too, I wouldn't be surprised if he is a world champion one day.

Apr 29 •

Back to the UK this weekend

I’m returning to the UK this weekend for one of my favourite tournaments, the Worthing weekend which has a singles, doubles and triples for cash. I’m VERY interested in how my game will be after a month of playing in France every day. I will have to adjust tactics accordingly to the English game and I’m playing with a future French Junior Champion in the triples so I’m excited to see how I play in the middle .

New comment Apr 30

1 like • Apr 30

Good luck and I hope it goes well for you

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