We have our 2024 singles champions!
Congratulations to both Koos Marais and Wendy Smith who fought their way to victory on Saturday afternoon to be come this year’s singles champs. Koos went up against Ed Sharpe who is one of our seasoned bowlers. What a game with Koos really pulling out all the punches to win with a very comfortable lead. Wendy was pitted against Sindi Hlongwane in a game that went on for 24 ends. Whilst the first half of the game was neck and neck, Wendy settled in and took the lead, winning by a nice margin. Interestingly, of the 4 finalists, 3 were novices which really brightens the future of our club with some real skills coming up.
On the topic of novices, we wish Kevin Palmer good bowling this weekend at the NIBA Open Singles play offs. He won his section 2 weeks ago in the opening round and we look forward to supporting him in the play offs; we know you’ll make us proud Kevin!
Another competition that took place last week was our quarterly Amberglades Sizzling 60’s Nominated 2 Bowl Trips. This is such a fun competition, with each team having to consist of at least 2 bowlers who are 60 or older. As always, Amberglades provided a lovely tea and great prizes and we thank them for their continued support. Thank you also to the players who entered, and well done to the winning teams:-
Winners: Patrick Carter-Brown, Ed Hohls & Dennis Pitout
Runners Up: Julia Strachan, Ann Marnoch & John Lennard
Plate: Colin Norris, Pat Norris & Arlene Malloy
Wednesday afternoon was our monthly Halfway Toyota drawn trips competition and again, what a lovely afternoon of bowls. Thank you to Halfway Toyota for their sponsorship of cash prizes and congrats to Ed Speed, Chantal D’Hotman & Dave Mainprize on their win. Well done also to Bob Chetty, Mike Cain & Sindi Hlongwane on placing second.
That’s all for this week… see you on the greens!
Events to keep an eye out for…
Friday, 28 June: Dormehl Nominated 2 Bowl Trips. Tabs In 08h45 (Book with Pippa on 083 467 8140)
Regular tabs in times are:-
Tuesdays at 08h45
Wednesdays at 13h15
Saturdays at 13h15.
Visitors are always welcome. Coaching by registered coaches is available.
For more information or enquiries about coaching, contact Ann on 071 676 5591.
Photo Caption: 2024 Singles Club Champions, Koos Marais & Wendy Smith