By Casey O'Connor
Finally On Wednesday night (9/3) the Warwick Bowls club struck the Jackpot and was able to hold their Jackpot Bowls night under clear skies and without the threat of a downpour. Not surprisingly that led to a great roll up and 18 players headed onto the green.
In the first round Pamela Kerr and James White scored a +9 -9 win over Ryan and Garry Cooper.
Ken Hayes and Edwin Welsh successful in their game against D. Ter Hadde and John Ruhle (+10 -10).
Ina closer game B. Dunn, Darryl Collins and Denis Sterling defeated team Eastwell, skipped by Paul +4 -4.
And on the last rink Richard Tartan and Max Holder scored a win (+7-7)over Ann Whitfield and Max Balfour.
In the second round Richard Tartan and Max Holder had a (+2. -2) win against Ryan and Garry Cooper. James White and his partner defeated John Ruhle and partner +7. -7;
The team skipped by Denis Sterling defeated Brian Black +4 -4 and Edwin Welsh and Ken Hayes scored a +12-12 win in the game against Max. Balfour and Ann Whitfield.
The jackpot was drawn but again went begging.
The winner of the Domino’s Pizzas were D. Dunn, Darryl Collins and Denis. The evening sponsored by Domino’s.
The winners of the “Touchers for Chocolates” (an initiative of Ann) were Edwin Welsh, Darryl Collins, B. Dunn, Jake and Richard Tartan.
It is undecided at the time of printing whether night bowls will continue on Wednesday 23 March or if afternoon bowls will recommence. Please check the board at the club for confirmation or call the club (07 46 611 516) this Saturday.
Two rounds of the Open A Grade Singles were played last Saturday. Max Holder progresses after he defeated John Ruhle 25-11. Trevor Wright the other player to progress to the next round after his 25-15 win over win Richard Tartan.
Both games were played over 23 ends and were marked by Russell Bean and Brian Black.
The Singles competition continues this Saturday (19/3) and all players are asked to check the competition sheet as the draw was not available at the time of printing.
Coming Events for March:
Sat 19 Mar: Open Singles continue; Social Bowls
Sat 26 Mar: Open Singles continue; Social Bowls
Why not join the members of the Warwick Bowls club up for a game of Lawn Bowls. New members are visitors are always made most welcome at the Warwick club.
