Grand final day is always a special occasion at our club – one that every player aspires to be part of.
Its ability to draw not just a crowd, but also to bring family, friends and the wider community together, was evident on Sunday afternoon at Mulligans Airlie Beach. The room was alive with excitement and energy.
Three crucial matches were contested, each with plenty at stake.
The day began with the 3rd vs 4th playoff between Kam Reason and Joe Wilson. Joe held a commanding 6–2 lead, but Kam fought back bravely to level at 6–all. However, Joe delivered under pressure, hitting two timely 171s to close out the match 8–6.
Next up was the consolation final for 7th and 8th place, featuring Scott Edmonds and Naomi Mitchell. The pair traded legs early, locked at 3–all, before Scott pulled away to record a 6–3 victory – his first piece of silverware at the club.
The headline event was the Premier League Grand Final, a best-of-21-leg clash between league winner Jamie Maher and debutant Reef Peel.
Jamie took the opening leg, but Reef quickly seized control, storming to a 6–1 lead midway through the second interval. Showing trademark grit, Jamie fought back to level at 6–all and then edge ahead 7–6. Reef steadied, levelling at 7–all, before claiming the pivotal 15th leg to go into the final break 8–7 ahead. From there, he never looked back, reeling off the remaining legs to secure an 11–7 win and the Premier League Championship in his debut season.
It was a brave and determined effort from Jamie, but the day belonged to Reef, who thoroughly deserved his victory.
Congratulations to all involved, and a special thank you to the supporters who created such an incredible atmosphere. Gratitude also goes to our valued sponsors – Mika, Whitsunday Tattooing, Dyson Automotive, Shirtfront Solutions and Master Butchers – for their continued support.
Contributed with thanks to Jamie Maher
Reef Peel claiming his first Premier League title. Photo supplied
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