THE date of this year's Nottingham Federation Senior Citizens and Disabled Match has been set for July 23 at Portland Waters on the Four Islands Lake.
The only stipulations are that all anglers must hold a current year book and they must be 60 or over.
Pools are £10 all in, with the draw being made at 8.30am and fishing taking place from 10am to 3pm.
To book contact Brian Cross on 0115 9275980, or visit www.nottsfed.com.
The Midland Angling Society kicked off their season with a cracking opening match on the match lake at Mill Dam, with the 13 anglers taking part averaging over 50lbs.
On a warm and calm day, the fish fed in pockets throughout, with plenty of skimmers caught as well as carp.
Winning with a credible 86lbs 4oz was Gary Smith, off peg three, who caught close in down both edges using meat.
Second with 74lbs 15oz, off peg ten, was Jack Danby, who also lost several fish that took him straight into the far bank reeds, while Anthony White claimed third place with a mainly carp net of 67lbs 11oz, off peg 18.
Sunday's match is at Robinswood Lake 4, with an 8.30am draw.
The Colwick FFC match at Blithfield saw Keith Prowting (10-8.5) beat John Middleton by 0.5oz to net first.
It fished well in blustery conditions and those who had their limit went on to catch and release more including some nice blue trout.