Thursday, August 15, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Airlie Beach Bowlers Heat Up the Greens Despite the Cold

Despite unseasonably cold weather, Paradise bowlers delivered exciting matches throughout the week.
Tuesday Afternoon: Mixed Triples Quarterfinals In an unexpected upset, the team of Bobby Spees (skipper), Keith Bates (lead), and Lyn Graham (second) advanced to the semifinals by defeating the champion team of Shane and Vicki Spann, and Joan McGrath with a decisive 25-12 victory. In social bowls, teams led by Ladda Purdie and Ash Warland shared the winners' prize after a strong performance.
Wednesday Afternoon: Jackpot Bowls During Wednesday's Jackpot Bowls, the club bid farewell to Greg and Glenys Pepyat and welcomed visitors from Victoria and the Gold Coast. The jackpot was not won, but the team of Rick Galea and Janet Jacometti claimed the day's honors.
Friday Highlights Friday morning saw continued improvement from the Endeavour Foundation bowlers, while the Christian College Cannonvale students also showed marked progress in the afternoon session.
Queensland Championships At the Multi-Disability Queensland Championships in Brisbane, Russell Jackson won gold in both the singles and pairs events in the Hearing Impaired section, alongside Andrew Noel Crosbie. The club is proud of their outstanding achievements.
Saturday Morning: Scroungers In Saturday’s Scroungers, Andy McDougall won the A Division final, while Maureen Barnard triumphed in the B Division.
Even in the cold, the bowlers continue to impress with their competitive spirit and skill.

Contributed with thanks to Mark Mawson

Gold Medallist Russell Jackson, Photo supplied

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