3rd FEBRUARY, 2025

In the Presidents Shield, North Haven played Kew, in a great day of cross-town rivalry with a total of 72 bowlers representing their respective clubs. This local derby was played with fantastic sportsmanship, setting a great standard for friendly competition. Everyone had a great day, with a lot of post game banter in the club house. Ultimately, Kew claimed victory by 183 shots to 161, with both sides winning 4 rinks (and a drawn rink). Well done everyone for a great days bowls, played in spectacular spirit.

Our Monday Monthly Pairs attracted another strong field. Play was delayed due to showers, which made conditions challenging. Gary Hamilton and Charles Doyle took out 1st Prize, with 3 wins and 28 ends. Frank Raczka and Chicka Thompson came second with 3 wins and 23 ends, while Keith “Tingles” Collins and Terry Miles came third (3 wins/23 ends). Round winners were Darren Darcy/Wayne Thrussell, Nola Hall/Roger Hall, and Dee Squires/Pat Lendrum. Voucher winners were Andrew Richards, Wayne Thrussell, Kim Thompson, Cliff Kerr, Dave Napper, Suzi Gaskill, Peter Laing, Steve McGregor and Charles Doyle.

In Wednesday Social Bowls John Hilton, Steve Hall and Bill Reid claimed first prize. The Runners Up were Dave Wagstaff, John O’Neill and Barrie Isaac. Voucher winners were Wayne Thrussell, Rod “No-el” Fokes, Denis Squires, and John O’Neill.

In the Friday Cashpot Triples the major prize winners were Brian Kirkwood, Ian Hodgkinson and Dean Gemmell with 2 wins and 21 ends (losing a meagre 5 ends in 2 games). Runners Up were Kim Thompson, Chicka Thompson, and Dave Jones, while Keith Collins, Peter Mauger and Viv Gunter claimed the consolation. Voucher winners were Gary Hamilton, Andrew Richards, Kim Thompson and Anne Smith.

The first round of the Open Gender Pennants commences Saturday 8th Feb 2025. Grade 4 plays Lake Cathie at Kew, Grade 6 plays Port City at Port City, and Grade 7 plays Port City at Kew. Arrive at 12:00 pm for a 1pm start. Updated Team Selections have been posted on our Notice Board, Facebook and our website.

The Mixed Pairs Club Championship starts next week (Sunday 9 Feb) with play commencing at 9 am. In the first round, Sue Hardwick and Wayne Thrussell play Wendy and Barrie Isaac, Jenny and Stewart Wellard play Jean Donald and Stewart Rogan, Carol and Sparra Cheers play Maree and Paul Cini, and finally Kim and Chicka Thompson play Anne and John Smith.

Happy 90th Birthday Reggie Robb. 90 years young, still playing pennants, and making regular donations to the swear box. Congratulations mate!

Winners in the “100 Club” were Gary Hamilton, Dave Jones and Cliff Kerr.

Bowls this week include Wednesday Social and Friday Jackpot Triples, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress).

By Andrew RICHARDS