The days are getting longer and warmer—and so is the standard of bowls at our club.
On Tuesday, 27 players took to the greens. Despite battling pain while awaiting surgery, Elaine Kippen gave it her best before being replaced by organiser Regina Aquilina. The day’s top team was skippered by Gary Scott from Hideaway Bay, with left-hander Greg Fennell and Peter Jordan from Hallshead Bowling and Recreation Club, Mandurah WA.
Wednesday afternoon’s social bowls ended in a tie, but on countback the winners were Merve Stewart’s team with Denise at second and promising newcomer Glen O’Brien leading strongly.
That night, 60 bowlers enjoyed Business House Bowls under the lights, expertly run by Bob and Yvonne Spees. A new competition begins after the school holidays—teams, singles or pairs are welcome to join.
In Mackay, the Pratt Cup saw John Trembath, Arthur McManus, John Askew, John Fielding, Denis Donnadelli and Peter Barrett beat St Helens and collect points against Mackay, though Souths Suburban proved too strong.
At Newcastle’s Deaf Games, Andrew (Noel) Crosbie and Russell Jackson represented the club superbly, with Russell earning Australian team selection for the 2027 Deaf World Games—a proud moment for all.
Sunday Social Bowls drew 18 players, with Fiona Greener rolling the dice for the prize. A first-time skip, supported by Eric and Maureen Barnard, produced the day’s best result with a 13-shot win.
Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson
Airlie Beach Bowls Club Australian representative Russell Jackson. Photo supplied
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