Big Week On The Greens At Airlie Beach Bowls Club

It’s been a massive week at Airlie Beach Bowls Club, with plenty of action both on and off the green.

First up, the final results of the Men’s Pennants are in. While the season didn’t end as hoped, considering the size and strength of the opposition clubs, our teams held their own and showed promising signs for next season.

Division 1 finished 5th with 20.5 points
Division 3 finished 5th with 12 points
Division 5 finished 6th with 10 points
Division 6 placed 5th with 16.5 points, which included a forfeit

We’re already looking ahead to next year with stronger, more balanced teams and added experience across the board.

On Tuesday, our ladies travelled to Sarina for the Johnson Shield – and for the first time ever, made it through to the finals! A proud moment for the club.
Betty Whitehorn won her singles match against West Tigers, while Betty Nicole and the ever-energetic Carol Crosbie took out the pairs. Joan McGrath skipped a team supported by Wendy Pomeroy (third), Elaine Kippen (second) and Regina Aquilina (lead) in a nail-biting final.

Back at home, 18 players contested three games of triples, with the day's prize going to the team led by Tony Whitehorn, alongside Maureen Barnard and Greg Fennell, after winning with the lowest margin.

Wednesday social bowls welcomed visitors from Victoria and New Zealand, while Tony Whitehorn’s team again came out on top with a commanding 31–11 win.

Wednesday night Business House Bowls continues to grow, with this week’s standout being CES Electrical—featured Stay tuned for full team results and Men’s 3 Bowl Triples scores next week.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson

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CES Electrical from the Wednesday night Business House Bowls. Photo supplied

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