By Casey O'Connor
The Summit Bowls Club’s held their annual Open Two Bowl Triples Carnival last Sunday. 26 teams rolled onto the green. The largest number seen in years. The two greens were full and a hive of activity with the Summit bowlers joined by visitors from Millmerran, Southern Cross, Warwick East, Warwick, Stanthorpe, Brisbane, Tenterfield and Glen Innes.
The opening round kicked off at 9am under an overcast sky but fortunately for organizers conditions improved during the day.
Presentations were held at the completion of the four rounds. It was Albert Gibb’s team from Millmerran who claimed first prize after winning four rounds (+67).
Tony Schubert led a local Summit and finished in second place with three wins and a draw (+ 63).
Summit teams cleaned up in the minor placings.
Jamie Zamprogno and his team finished in third place with three wins (+ 59).
Great to see Mark Spiller back on the green and his team finished in fourth spot with three wins (+ 57).
Alex Mattiazzi’s team also from The Summit finished fifth with three wins + 55.
GI Jopson’s team from Glen Innes were the last round winners .
The Club wishes to thank the Stanthorpe RSL for sponsoring the Carnival and those who volunteered including the ladies in the kitchen and bar staff. The green keepers also deserve special mention. They did a great job, and the greens were running beautifully. Without sponsors and volunteers these carnivals would not be possible. The club also extends a big thank you to the large number of visiting bowlers; many travelled long distances to play.
This weekend the Summit club hosts the Southern Downs Men’s District Bowls Association (SDMDBA) Men’s Pairs. Bowlers are required to be at The Summit Bowls Club by 8.30am on Saturday morning to draw sections, in preparation for a 9am start.
A reminder to all bowlers, the club will be holding the Apple and Grape, Open Three Bowl Triples bowls afternoon on Saturday 5 March. (club selected).
There is a total of $555 prize money up for grabs. 18 ends will be played. There will be six ends of rotating positions and is sure to be a fun afternoon. Green fees are $12 per player and there will be a $2 Sausage Sizzle Lunch.
To nominate call or text Games Director Peter Ayerst (0429 201 031) or Secretary Maree Ball (0438 642 527). Covid rules apply
