By Garry Lewis
The Warburton 1 Weekend side had the privilege of playing against the current Commonwealth Games Singles Gold Medallist and past Australian Champion, Aaron Wilson, on Saturday at home against Brighton 1.
He is one of the marquee players for the Brighton Bowls Club and certainly put on a fine display against Chris Neale’s rink to lead them to an overall 93 shots to 71 victory.
The home side determinedly gave their all throughout the game, but couldn’t hold off the highly talented opposition.
Rink scores were: J. Brookes 17/ 32; A. Donohue 18/ 21; C. Neale 11/ 25 and S. Lord 25/ 15.
Next morning the Burras fronted up to another tough contest away at Croydon determined to continue to improve.
The grass green was extremely quick and wide and combined with a gusty wind, made conditions difficult for both teams.
Croydon managed to handle it a lot better overall to record a 90 shots to 66 victory.
Rink scores were: A. Donohue 15/ 26, T. Appleton 21/ 15, C. Neale 18/ 17 and S. Lord 12/ 32.
They look forward to continue their improvement at home against Burwood Districts 1 this week.
The Warburton 2 team played extremely well overall to rebound from last week’s loss and record a wonderful 101 shots to 65 victory over Ringwood 3 at home.
Rink scores were: F. Wagenaar 24/ 16; G. Wynd 10/ 22; Glenys Lewis 36/ 13 and P. Summers 31/ 14. They play Croydon 4 away this week.
The Midweek team played Monbulk 1 away and struggled overall to adjust to the quick green conditions before going down 52 shots to 80. Rink scores were G. Walsh 23/ 21; S. Lord 15/ 27 and R. McKail 14/ 22. They play Lilydale 1 at home this week as they look to get back on the winning list.
The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Triples Competition played the first of three double headers of eight ends each game.
Cameron Padgham from the Giddy Gout team commenced the evening well by winning the prize for the first player to touch the jack.
After three rounds the Moonshiners, Pensioners, Burra Boys and Wessie Wonders remain undefeated.
They are followed by the Bolters, Can’t Remember, Giddy Gout, Bee Gees, Bowls to the Walls, Sheep Assist, Thomos, Bellevue Bowls, Three Stooges and Spencer & Co.
Once again the Club is conducting its’ PINK DAY Triples Tournament, sponsored by Professionals Real Estate, on Sunday 12 February 2023 from 12 midday.
Female and Male entries accepted of all abilities, including Beginners. $10 per player ($30 per team) Three games, Raffle and Prizes and BBQ Sausage Sizzle.
All proceeds to go towards the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Entries to Rayna Zunneberg 0419472450 or the Club 59662391.
The club continues to welcome any new or beginning members to join our small but progressive community club.
Social Bowls continues to be played on Mondays from 12 midday with excellent numbers regularly participating. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun!
GO BURRAS!
