The Pratt Cup stands as one of the most prestigious bowls events in the Mackay district, with a rich history spanning 98 years. Open to all clubs in the region, this esteemed competition invites teams from all across the district to take part.
This year it was played at several local clubs and involved teams of seven, with a format including singles, pairs and fours. The North Mackay Bowls Club team consisted of Terry Clark playing singles, brothers Wayne (skip) and Shane Trannore (lead) playing pairs, and the fours players were Peter Miller lead, Tony Allsop second, Steve Lane third and Dave McKendry skip.
The competition was played last weekend on the 14th and 15th of September with two games played each day.
The final between Souths/Suburban and North Mackay was held at Souths club on their immaculate grass greens. It was televised via the MMDBA link and attracted many viewers. Spectators included members of both Souths and North Mackay clubs.
It was a close final, with Terry Clark winning the singles first. The fours teams had a very close game, and it went right down to the last end, with North Mackay getting up. At this stage the pairs game was abandoned as North Mackay had won two of the three games.
North Mackay last won the cup in 1979, and the club has gone forward in the last few years, increasing the membership and fielding a first division Pennants team.
Congratulations boys!
Contributed by Tony Allsop
North Mackay team, from left: Wayne Trannore, Terry Clark, Dave McKendry holding the cup, Peter Miller, Shane Trannore, Tony Allsop and Steve Lane. Photo supplied
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