WATCHED by a large crowd, the final of the Zone Men’s Bowls Triples was played at Soldiers Point Bowling Club last weekend.

In one semi-final, the Nelson Bay Team of Richard Girvan, Jake Graham and Chris Edmonds beat a strong Raymond Terrace Team to qualify for the final.

The other semi-final was won by the Soldiers Point Team of Terry Antram, Daniel Clarke and Warren Shipley.

The final resulted in high quality bowls being played by both teams with Soldiers Point proving too strong with a 24 shots to 14 win.

The team will now progress to the State Finals.

Congratulations also go to the two Soldiers Point teams qualifying for the Zone Final of the over 60’s Triples held at Wallsend.

The team of Michael Beesley, Bill Ahoy and Mark Sheppard beat the team of Chris Ramage, Trevor Sager and Barry Brennan in a close encounter.

New bowlers are welcome at Soldiers Point Bowling Club where they can receive free coaching so as to compete in this challenging sport, contact Terry Antram on 49827137.

 

By Peter SMITH