Thursday, July 25, 2024

Issue:

Mackay and Whitsunday Life

HOT BOWLS IN COLD WEATHER

Despite the chilly weather, the bowls action heated up at our club this week.
Wednesday Social Bowls:
   • Jim Bownds, Bob Preston (visitor from Camden), and Carol Smith (visitor from Swan Hill) defeated Bruce Uhe, Mary Hedgelong, and Sandy Daffara 22-15.
   • John Anderson, Arthur Griffith, Philip Brown, and Nev Smith (visitor from Swan Hill) triumphed over John Anderson, Pat Bownds, Barry Zillmann, and Heather Brown 26-8.
Sunday Social Bowls:
   • Philip Brown, Bob Preston, and Sandy Daffara edged out Alen Sanderson, Peter Lawton, and Nev Smith 23-18.
   • Bruce Uhe, Mike Harrison, and Gary Ratcliffe (visitor from Brisbane) dominated Arthur Griffith, Carol Smith, and Heather Brown 34-13.
Men's Club Championship Pairs Final: On Sunday afternoon, Jonathan Bye and Wayne Handley clinched the title of Pairs Champions, defeating David Ling and Andrew Bell 22-10. The match was highly competitive, showcasing the skill and purpose behind every shot. Jonathan and Wayne will represent Proserpine in the District Champion of Champions at Mackay City on August 10 and 11.
Seaforth Triples: Barry Saroglia and Gavin Milne were part of a team that secured second place at the annual Seaforth Triples this weekend.
Congratulations to all players for their outstanding performances. We look forward to more exciting games in the coming weeks!

Contributed with thanks to Heather Brown.

Jonathan Bye and Wayne Handley winners of 2024 Club Championship Pairs.

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