With Easter and Anzac Day behind us, members of the Airlie Beach Bowls Club paused to reflect on the sacrifices of our service men and women. We are reminded how fortunate we are to live in such a beautiful part of the country—especially here in our own slice of paradise.
Tuesday morning saw continued action in the Ladies Singles and Pairs competitions, with only one social game played, meaning no prizes were awarded for the day.
On Wednesday, Ted Cullen and Noel Crosbie dominated the green, with Noel in superb form at lead and Ted capitalising at every opportunity. Both players are enjoying a rich vein of form. Wednesday night also marked the first week of the Business House Bowls competition, with results to be shared next week.
Rain returned on Thursday and Friday, unfortunately preventing the Christian College children from beginning their competition and bowls lessons. However, we look forward to welcoming them next Friday afternoon. In brighter news, the club was thrilled to host members of the Endeavour Foundation.
Saturday’s Scroungers competition was cancelled due to a rain-soaked green, but Sunday afternoon social bowls went ahead. In Senior Men’s Singles, Bob McMahon defeated a gallant Bill Gordon. In the B Grade Ladies Pairs, new bowler Mel Fennell teamed with Sue Dakin to defeat Liz McManus and Dawn Dowell 19–12. Meanwhile, Di Jackson and Maureen Barnard overcame Gail Simms and Kathryn Remmeswaal 21–14. All players are to be congratulated on their strong performances.
Two triples matches were also played on Sunday. Arthur McManus skipped a team alongside Des Ballance and Townsville’s John Harker to defeat John Brown’s team, which included John Anderson of Proserpine and Lyn Graham, 18–15. In the second game, Tony Whitehorn’s team of Duncan Smith and Betty Whitehorn overcame a spirited late push from Stacey Hadlow’s side, which included Greg Fennell and Mark Mawson, to win 17–12 and take home the winner’s prize.
Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson
Endeavour Foundation's wonderful group from the back Kiara, with Mitch and Karen. Front row -David Meiklejohn ABBC bowls coach with John and Julie Michael and Jett with Paola. Photo supplied
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