Sports

Steeple Aston Angling Club

Steeple Aston Angling Club was formed by local men back in 1949. They included such stalwarts as T Barratt, W Brock, B Lewis, E Calver, J Wadham, J Smith, E Townsend, R Walton and many others.

The season runs from 16th June until 18th March. 18 competitions are competed for throughout the season at various venues both close to home and further afield. Trophies are presented at the Annual Dinner, which is normally held in May of each year.

Now for a bit of history. The original membership fee was 3 shillings old money - that's 15p today. Hire of Village Hall for Annual Dinner was £0-17-9. C Preston for vegetables £1-6-6.

Membership is a bit more expensive these days. It costs £20 for adults, but there are big reductions for juniors (£3.00) and for senior citizens (£3.00). Membership is open to all from age 10 upwards. An adult must accompany members under the age of 16. The main skill required is PATIENCE.

For more information about membership and competition dates please contact the Treasurer or Match Secretary, details below.

Tuesday Badminton

This Badminton group meets on Tuesdays in the village hall between 10.00am and 12.30pm during term time - but not in the school holidays. It is a mixed group with all abilities and ages. They try not to take themselves too seriously, and don’t compete in a club league.

Barbara, the organiser, says that this is a fun way of getting some exercise. If you are tempted to come along and see if it’s for you, either phone her or simply turn up in trainers and comfortable clothes. She looks forward to seeing you there.

Membership is open to all from 18 to 90 years. No skills are needed, but maybe a little knowledge of badminton would be useful.

Steeple Aston Cricket Club

Steeple Aston Cricket Club plays at nearby Steeple Barton. It has a busy programme of twelve games this summer, six of which are at home. Games usually take place on Sunday afternoons.

Steeple Aston Football Club

The village has a successful and popular football club. The first team reached the final of the Jersey Cup last year, but unfortunately lost to Kineton.

The club meets for five-a-side every Tuesday evening between 8.00 and 9.00pm at Deddington all-weather pitch next to the village hall. The cost is £2 per session. Players of all abilities over age 15 are welcome.

The teams play every Saturday from September to May. They meet at the Sport and Recreation Centre around 1.00pm, kick-off is usually 2.30pm during British Summer Time and 2.00pm in the winter.

You can just turn up to Tuesday night's five-a-side. Initially you can also just turn up on a match day, however you do need to be signed on to play in a competitive match for the club. The cost is £10 for a season's subscription, which includes SRC bar membership and discounted rates to hire the SRC.

The club has its own website which has more information including forthcoming fixtures, match reports and photos.

Steeple Aston Golf Society (SAGS)

SAGS has been going since 1984, and is recognised by the R & A. The Society currently has 45 members, and around 30 turn up to each meeting.

Members meet at a different golf club each month (see 2008 programme below). The average cost of a day’s play is £55. All of the games are played midweek, except for the annual game against Steeple Aston Cricket Club which is played on a Sunday.

The club is open to all males over 18. A handicap is preferred, but not essential. Most important is a sense of humour and to be able to enjoy a game of golf with good company.

The cost of membership is £20, which includes society club tie and entry to all competitions. To enquire about membership, please contact Alan or Frank.

Rugby clubs

There isn’t a rugby club in Steeple Aston, but there are two close by in Banbury and Bicester. They both have websites, giving details of membership, fixtures and much more.

Steeple Aston Tennis Club

Members of Steeple Aston Tennis Club use the two tennis courts on the playground of Dr Radcliffe’s School. Players are welcome to use these courts outside of school hours i.e. weekends and school holidays and after 4pm on school days. There is no club night at the moment.

Membership is open to anyone who lives in Steeple Aston. Just contact Heather or David for an application form. The cost is £10 for an individual, £20 for a family for the whole year.

Contacts: Heather and David Brooks, Membership and Maintenance