Thursday, June 13, 2024

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Wangaratta Bowls

The Monday self-selected triples kicked off with a full green. John Hayson, Max Ritchie, and Peter Nesbitt emerged victorious, defeating J. Harding, Graeme Read, and Allan Rolfe. Runners-up were Terrie Crozier, Michael Loughhead, and Bob Dykstra, who defeated Kerry, Heidi Reif, and G. Feast.

Tuesday Social Bowls
Tuesday’s winners were M. Gleeson, M. Wilson, and G. Solly, who defeated J. Hayson, S. Shearing, and June Walsh. Nick Dalee, Lorraine Knight, and Joe Paynting were runners-up, defeating Carol and Brian Bellingham and France Wilmann. The jackpot remained unclaimed.

Fun Friday Afternoon
Friday afternoon’s session saw Robyn Stitt, Maureen Hyde, and Jan Dawson defeat Mark McKenzie, Marie Nesbitt, and Gabi Howell. Resting touches went to Ron and Dianne.

Sunday Winners
Sunday’s winners were Cheryl McBride, Alby Vigar, and Joe Paynting, who defeated Bron Tolcher, Terrie Crozier, and France Wilmann. Runners-up were Lindy Suann, Deb Retchless, Lorraine Knight, and Maureen Hyde, who defeated Toni Bowen, Lyn Madden, Sue Shearing, and Pat Tracey. The jackpot did not go off.

Men's Competition
In the men's competition, L. Land and G. Read defeated K. Whitton and H. Dalton. In the A Singles, J. Wright defeated W. Crowhurst.

Ladies' Achievements and Upcoming Events
Congratulations to the Ladies for securing 3rd place in the 1st Division Blue Pennant in Townsville. The Purple Pennant Ladies will travel to the Burdekin on Sunday for four days of play. Good luck to Toni Bowen, Lyn Madden, Sue Shearing, Pat Tracey, Lindy Suann, Deb Retchless, Lorraine Knight, and Maureen Hyde.

Barefoot Bowls
Barefoot Bowls is scheduled for Friday night, June 14th. To join, contact Teresa at 0407 946 558.

Contributed with thanks to Penny Warren

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