By Casey O'Connor
There was not the hint of a storm, nor wind nor hail last week as the Southern Cross Bowls held their Turkey Triples. Quite a pleasant change.
What made the day even better was seeing some new faces on the green. There was plenty of skill on display and of course a number of those lucky bowls that make their way to the head, somehow. Even Cocky, back from a recent shoulder injury put on a good show. Cameron Wilson and Bill Lee both Southern Cross members teamed up with Brian Black from the Warwick Bowls Club to take the honours
The runner’s up Scottish Jim from Warwick East Club who teamed up with visitors Maree Ball and Carl Sutherland from The Summit Club.
Winners of the meal vouchers donated by the Criterion Hotel were Wayne Foster, Allan Davidson and Cita Weier who are looking forward to an excellent meal at that establishment.
To round off a great day Grumpy, Dave Scotney, Pat Gainey, Geoff Creighton and Ron Philps all went home with raffle prizes.
The final of the Club Men’s ‘A’ Grade Singles was played Saturday on morning. In an excellent final Kim Hankinson took the honours, defeating Barry Ziebell 26 to 19 in a great game. Congratulations to both finalists.
On Saturday afternoon a big crowd packed the club for the annual St Patrick’s Day celebration. It was another great day open to all comers and generously sponsored by resident Irishman Val Gray.
The 42 bowlers who took over the green included members of Val Gray’s family, local novice bowlers and club members who were ready to help out with a bit of guidance (not necessarily always helpful).
The majority came dressed in the Irish theme, however there were some thought the Irish theme related to drinking more Guinness.
I am told some bowlers had problems concentrating on the bowls with more than a few colourful characters capturing attention on the green.
After all of the shenanigans there were winners and losers. The winning team (drawn out of the hat) was Randy Russell, Maree Booth and Kev Mooney. Winning the losers draw (tell me that’s not Irish) was the team of William Gray, Allan Davidson and Geoff Davis.
Prizes for the Best Dressed male and female went to Billy Lee and Sophia Holland. Each collected $50 for their efforts.
After an exhausting day on the green (and / or the Guinness) the day wrapped up with some
good old fashioned Irish Stew and just enough time for another brew, until the next St Patrick’s Day knees up.
There is no word on whether the little leprechauns will come out to play today, Thursday March 17 (the real St Patrick’s Day) during the club’s Social Mixed Bowls from 4pm. Everyone is welcome, but you must book in with Val Gray on 0409 611 930.
On Saturday 19 March Social Mixed Bowls get underway at 1pm. Please contact Clark by calling 0427 673 277. Everyone is welcome.
Here is a Date claimer for your calendar – Saturday 9 April the club plans to hold a special Flood Appeal Charity Bowls Day (12.30pm). Everyone is welcome including barefoot bowlers.
