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Well Guernsey FC certainly kept us waiting for the win when they hosted Lancing FC in the final throes of the Southern Combination Premier Division at Victoria Park!

The game finished with a strong score-line of 3-0. But as so often is the case this didn't tell the full story.

Whilst the Green Lions looked the more inventive side for most of the play it required two inspired substitution's with a quarter of an hour left on the clock to record the win!

GFC now have a home game to look forward to in the play-offs.

My Gallery of photos can be viewed by clicking the link:
CLICK TO VIEW GFC v LANCING FC PHOTOS

I've realised that I've missed an update.

One of the biggest events I cover (for number of photos taken) are the Guernsey Dinner Boxing Club's fight nights at St Pierre Park Hotel.

And when the line-up includes 12 Bouts there's no way I'm getting off lightly!

The April 2026 edition filled my disk drive with over 600 photos... and that's with me trying to be really disciplined!

I've been working through the edit (a couple of bouts still to go) but I thought I should at least post a link to the gallery.

Click below and see how the edit is going:
CLICK TO VIEW THE APRIL 2026 DINNER BOXING GALLERIES

The Guernsey Eisteddfod has been a showcase for thousands of people's talents for decades. It has given Islanders an opportunity to develop their creativity and artistic abilities.

Underlying all the many Classes available is a friendly and supportive system of comment and judging on participants entries.

I had the opportunity to photograph some of the 2026 Roller Skating performances at Beau Sejour and I found the skaters to be incredibly supportive to each other, even those chasing the same trophy!

I've uploaded a few photos of the Roller Skaters. Click this link if you are interested:
CLICK TO VIEW THE 2026 EIDSTEDDFOF ROLLER SKATING

What an amazing weekend of Sport in Guernsey. But I was burned out by the end.... and I only covered a small part of what was going on.

Starting Friday evening with a Stranger Cup Semi-final at Victoria Park then moving straight on to St Pierre Park Hotel for a very late night photographing 12 Bouts of Dinner Boxing!

Then Saturday..... how about three games of Guernsey Softball Association at Beau Sejour, two Muratti's and an Upton!

In between those games I popped inside for two Inter-insular Guernsey Volleyball games!

And just to top off the weekend, and to make sure I won't emerge from the office whilst I complete the edits, on Sunday I was back at Beausie for another two games of Volleyball.

Submissions had to be turned around quickly for the Guernsey Press and the JEP.... and now the edits have started to be uploaded to my website. Phew...

Here's a link to a couple of Guernsey Volleyball galleries. More to follow:
CLICK TO VIEW THE LATEST VOLLEYBALL GALLERIES

Like everyone who spent time at the GK&MC 2-Day Motocross meeting I left the event covered in dust. In fact I looked like I'd been in a Saharan desert sand storm!

Whilst I was at the track on Saturday morning the strong wind was lifting clouds of dust off the surface even between races!

This eventually resulted in the B Group Class, which had the biggest entry, having a race re-started with riders in-line after a dramatic crash occurred at the first start.

Anyon Robilliard had a spectacular try at flying after launching off a bank. When he landed and rolled onto the track the poor visibility from the dust meant the following riders couldn't see to take avoiding action!

Overall there was a really good entry and a large crowd was entertained to some great racing.

I had to pack all my coverage into just a couple of hours as I had a list of other events but I ended up with a nice full Gallery of photos.

This is a link if you are interested:
CLICK TO VIEW THE 2026 2-DAY MOTOCROSS MEETING

A real quickie post to give you a link to the Guernsey Snooker 2026 Island Semi-finals photo Gallery.

The North Social Club hosted the two games, one downstairs in the main Snooker Hall with the second being played in the very smart upstairs room.

This features two tables and apparently was refurbished and opened about 18 months ago. Its a great addition for local Snooker players. I'm sure I'll be back there again soon.

Click the link to view the full Gallery:
CLICK TO VIEW PHOTOS OF THE 2026 ISLAND SNOOKER SEMI-FINALS

I had to make a short detour when I left the GMC&CC Hillclimb at Les Val des Terres on Monday.

Before I headed off to the GFC v Forest Row football at Victoria Park I made the steep climb up Havelet hill towards the Dorset Arms.

I was assigned to photograph the Guernsey Pool Association's A7 Easter Cup competition.

This was a first for me and another Sport's box ticked. I've already photographed Snooker (many times) and Bar Billiards. So I've had to add another Photo Gallery to the website.

Click the link if you want to view a few photos from my short visit:
CLICK TO VIEW THE 2026 GUERNSEY POOL A7 EASTER CUP PHOTOS

This was another event on the long list of Easter 2026 assignments.

The 2026 Badminton Open was the 'starter' on Friday evening.

Badminton is always a challenge to photograph but when it is at the Guernsey Badminton Association LBG Easter Open the difficulty ratchets up a notch!

The 2026 Guernsey Open had an incredible entry meaning that the action on court was literally non-stop. This greatly reduced my access and opportunity to move around to frame my shots!

When those situations occur there is only one option for a photographer and that is to focus, concentrate on what is possible and get to work!

I've just added a Gallery of the photos I managed to capture. I know they could have been better.... but at least I know I did the best I could....

Click this link to view the Gallery:
CLICK YO VIEW THE FIRST OF MANY EASTER JOBS

Easter always seems to herald the time of year when Sports and Social events really start coming up to speed.

This year certainly isn't any different as the Easter 2026 weekend sees me committed to photograph eleven events.

They vary from a GVC Criterium to a Church Craft morning, Motorsport racing to a Music Festival, Badminton to Pool and Football with others in between!

I love being busy and to top that off with so much variety is brilliant.

I've been working on some of the first edits and a new Gallery featuring the GVC Chouet Criterium is now online. Click the link to view the photos:
CLICK TO VIEW THE GVC EASTER CRITERIUM

Photos of the Guernsey Motor Cycle & Car Club's 2-Day Trials meeting are now online.

Due to other assignments on Saturday and Sunday morning I was only able to photograph some of the Sections on Sunday afternoon at L'Ancresse.

After the usual chasing around trying to find the Sections and making sure I had what was needed for my Guernsey Press submissions I set about trying to capture some more of the action.

My admiration goes out to the riders who tackled the steep walls and steps on the unforgiving rock Sections.

I hope my photos do justice to their bravery.

Click the link below to view the Gallery:
CLICK TO VIEW THE 2026 2-DAY TRIALS GALLERY

Saturday started for me with a visit to the DEKA Strong Fitness Challenge organised by Upgrade Fitness at the Aztech Soccer Arena.

Athletes had to complete ten zones which were promoted as the ultimate test of strength, endurance and grit.

I got into the swing with my own fitness challenge later in the day.... weight-lifting my 180mm-400mm lens on Vazon beach whilst photographing the Sandracing!

Those pics will follow later.

The DEKA photos can now be viewed by clicking this link:
CLICK TO VIEW THE 2026 DEKA STRONG FITNESS CHALLENGE

Proving the idea that 'every cloud has a silver lining' I benefitted on Sunday morning from the devastation wreaked on the Island by Storm Goretti.

I was covering the Guernsey Triathlon Club's Reservoir Duathlon.

The give-away is in the events title.... the usual circuit for the run has been around the edge of the reservoir. That course has always offered some nice scenic views for photographers.

But the Storm put paid to that this year! However it did offer a new opportunity and I planned to find another interesting view (maybe just a one-off for this year)!

I found a 'proper' Guernsey backdrop for some of my photos, a granite farmhouse. Add some low early morning sun combined with a few cockerels and I was happy and set to go!

You can view the results by clicking the link:
CLICK TO VIEW PHOTOS OF THE RESERVOIR DUATHLON

I've enjoyed another fully packed weekend covering two football games... the U21's Muratti and GFC v Bexhill United.

Also Sunday morning's Round 3 of the GVC Ian Brown's Cycle Shop MTB XC Series.

Adding to the list a Charity fundraiser and a Gig featuring SIX bands at St James on Saturday night I think I know why I'm now feeling a bit wacked!

All great fun though!

I've just added the Gallery featuring the GVC Downhill Racing Cross Country race. Click the link to view the photos:
CLICK TO VIEW ROUND 3 OF THE 2026 GVC MTC XC SERIES

Photos are now online of the 2026 Under 21's Muratti at Victoria Park, Guernsey U21's v Jersey U21's playing for the U21 Ambassadeur Bowl.

As a Guernseyman the 5-2 win by Jersey is not the result I was hoping for but credit has to be given to the second half performance by the visitors.

They were a different side after the half time break and clearly looked like the team that really wanted the win.

Here's the link to the photo gallery:
CLICK TO VIEW THE 2026 U21's MURATTI

As I'm heading off to St James Guernsey this evening for the Decibel Tower event.... and it's going to be a busy one with SIX Bands on the bill!

So I thought I should add some recent photos taken in the VERY dark 'The Pit'. This is a fantastic, intimate venue downstairs at St James. But it is VERY challenging to photograph in such low light.

However, I never learn so it's more of the same for me tonight then!

Here are a couple of links to the recent photos:
CLICK TO VIEW PHOTOS OF PILLARS
CLICK TO VIEW PHOTOS OF SICK MILITIA
CLICK TO VIEW PHOTOS OF HOLLOW YOUTH

I'm touching on a subject (again) that crops up quite often in my News Blogs.

I've commented before on how we have all met islanders who complain that there's not much to do in Guernsey. This moaning never gets much sympathy or attention from me.

You see, I know different. One of the most interesting aspects of my Guernsey Press photography is that I get sent along to so many varied events.... Sports, the Arts, Community Groups, Social Clubs, Shows and Exhibitions, Open Days.... the list goes on! If the moaners just made an effort they would find that there are many, many opportunities to get involved in local life.

One such event was held on Sunday at Les Beaucamps High School. The 'Lets Dance' day returned for a second year offering islanders 'taster' sessions featuring nine forms of dance for anyone to learn about. Then there was a chance to enjoy a short time trying to master some simple moves.

Whilst I was there it was the turn of the Kathak dancing from Northern India. The colourful dancers shared their love of dance with a mixed group of people. It looked like great fun!

My photos are now online.... just click the link to view them:
CLICK HERE TO VIEW PHOTOS OF THE 2026 LETS DANCE EVENT

When I opened my front door early on Sunday morning my instinct was to go straight back to bed.

You see, the thick fog that lay across the fields triggered a feeling of déjà vu. I was on my way to photograph a Guernsey Velo Club Road Race on their Reservoir circuit but I could recall this race being called off before due to fog and poor visibility.

But I was obliged to pop along... just in case the race was to go ahead.

However, of course, inevitably when I arrived at the start-line the riders were already packing up to leave! Race off!

Luckily I had a Plan B. I was also booked to move on after covering the Road Race. My next assignment was at Rocquaine for the first Duathlon race of the year... but would that also fall victim to the weather?

The only way to know was to drive down... through the fog!

Thankfully my early start to the day wasn't a complete waste of time as the Guernsey Triathlon Club officials judged the conditions safe along the coast road cycle route and it was a green light to go!

So with cameras at the ready I captured a gallery of action photos. They are now online here:
CLICK TO VIEW PHOTOS OF THE FIRST DUATHLON OF 2026

The Green Lionesses have hit a tough patch of form.

The side has been weakened by the absence of several key players leaving gaps across the pitch where a group of youngsters are facing visiting opposition and literally having to learn on the job.

To try and put a positive on the situation these junior players are gaining valuable experience and we hope that they are laying the foundations for the next few seasons.

Last Saturday proved to be a challenge for the GFC Women when AFC Varsity visited Victoria Park leaving, after producing a dominant performance, with their 1-4 win.

It's great to see that the Green Lionesses are still getting a good turnout of supporters who offer them lots of encouragement.

I think we all understand that we are in it for the 'long game' and sometimes you have to take a step back before re-grouping for another surge forward.

My Gallery of photos are now online. Click the link if you are interested:
CLICK TO VIEW PHOTOS OF GFC WOMEN v AFC VARSITY

Amidst the scene of utter devastation the Guernsey Velo Club held ROUND 2 of the 2026 Ian Brown's MTB Cross Country Series on Sunday morning.

The storm force winds a few weeks ago have transformed the Guet leaving huge pine trees scattered as if a bomb had felled them.

A sad scene but one that the GVC took advantage of by building a challenging track around the obstacles.

As a photographer it actually made an interesting backdrop to some of my photos. This is a link to a new gallery on my website if you are interested:
CLICK TO VIEW ROUND 2 OF THE 2026 GVC MTB XC SERIES

Saving the best till last, the 2026 Little Big Group Guernsey Rally entertained crowds of spectators as it finished the busy weekend of motorsport with some spectacular racing on Saturday afternoon.

The price to pay for this enjoyment was a thorough soaking for any mad photographers and spectators who chose to stand out for hours in the rain whilst waiting for the 'road show' to return to their stage.

However, we all soon dried out and the memory of the discomfort fades... but we still have the photos to recall the racing action!

I've now completed all the 2026 Rally edits and the hundreds of photos are now uploaded to my website if you are interested.

If you can share the link that would be great, thanks.
CLICK TO VIEW THE COMPLETE 2026 GUERNSEY RALLY GALLERIES