World Championships In Skien, Norway

World Championships – Norway

England Performance Report Featuring Kent Players

England enjoyed a hugely successful World Championships in Skien, Norway, with several standout performances — including podium finishes for Kent’s Michael Doorey, Danny Hogben, and Jody Frampton.

 Triples – England Finish as World Runners‑Up

Jason McLean (Hampshire), Michael Doorey (Kent), Jason Woods (Norfolk)

The English triple produced an outstanding campaign from start to finish.

Group Stage

• Played: 9

• Won: 8

• Lost: 1

• Shots For: 127

• Shots Against: 76

• Points: 24

A dominant group performance saw them finish top, securing a place in the knockout rounds.

Quarter-Final

England 13 – 10 Norway (Ferdinard Frantzen) A composed finish ensured safe passage into the semi-finals.

Semi-Final

England 12 – 11 Wales A thrilling, high‑quality contest edged by the English trio.

Final

England (Doorey/McLean/Woods) 10 – 12 England (Pye/Pye/Smith) An all‑England final, with the Norfolk/Cheshire triple taking the title. Michael Doorey and teammates finish as World Silver Medallists.

Fours – England Claim Bronze

Morgan Warnes (Norfolk), Danny Hogben (Kent), Gary Best (Norfolk), Jody Frampton (Kent)

Another strong showing from an England rink featuring two Kent players.

Group Stage

• Played: 8

• Won: 7

• Drew: 1

• Shots For: 128

• Shots Against: 43

• Points: 22

A superb group campaign saw them progress confidently into the quarter-finals.

Quarter-Final

England (Frampton’s four) 11 – 3 England (Stanton/Knight/Riley/Thomas – Dorset) A commanding win over the other England four.

Semi-Final

England 2 – 8 Wales (Michael John) A tough encounter where Wales proved too strong.

3rd/4th Play-Off

England 13 – 5 Ireland (Jamie Glackin) A clinical performance secured the bronze medal.

 England’s Overall Championship Success

England enjoyed a remarkable tournament, winning:

• Singles

• Pairs

• Triples

• Nations Trophy

A dominant showing on the world stage.

 Congratulations

Huge congratulations to all England players, and especially to the Kent representatives:

• Michael Doorey – Silver (Triples)

• Danny Hogben – Bronze (Fours)

• Jody Frampton – Bronze (Fours)

Outstanding achievements at the highest level of the sport.