By Garry Lewis
A nail-biting finish in the Weekend Warburton 2 game against the top side Vermont South 3 at home was the highlight of this week’s Pennant Competition for the Burras.
Warburton’s top side were looking forward to playing their friendly rivals, Upwey- Tecoma 1 at home, following their recent positive form. However, the Tigers had other thoughts and quickly adjusted to the green conditions to record a strong victory over the Burras, 58 shots to 98.
Unfortunately, the home side could not get into the game with most players down on their recent good form.
Rink scores were as follows: P. McConachy 17/ 17; G. Walsh 13/ 24; C. Neale 14/ 25 and T. Appleton 14/ 32.
The Burra’s number one side is determined to re-group against Heathmont 2 away this week.
The Warburton 2 team played top side Vermont South 3 at home in warm conditions and led overall for most of the game. After the break the visitors fought back strongly to eventually level the scores at 76 shots each with one end to play.
Mat Stoessiger’s rink steadied under pressure in the final two ends with their third, Max Reynolds, bowling some brilliant bowls to guide the Burras to a thrilling victory by one shot, 77 to 76.
Rink scores were P. Summers 31/ 13; G. Lewis 13/ 22; M. Van Meurs 21 / 10 and M. Stoessiger 12/ 31. The Burras play Croydon 3 at home this week in another challenging game.
Warburton’s Midweek side hosted Ringwood 1 on Tuesday and came away with a convincing win. Two rinks blitzed the opposition early and at the break the Burras led by a large margin. Ringwood fought back, however, and margins tightened before the Burras won 66 shots to 42.
Rink scores were S. Lord 20/ 15; G. Walsh 25/ 12 and R. McKail 21/ 15. The Burras next play Chirnside Park 1 away.
Pennant Training continues Thursdays from 4pm at the club. New and beginning players are always encouraged to attend and join in the fun. Coaching is available.
The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Jack Attack Competition continued last Wednesday in cool conditions.
Mandy Olcorn from the new Bowl-O-Chicks team commenced the evening well by winning the prize for being the first person to touch the jack.
Once again it was great to see the more experienced teams assisting and encouraging the new teams with several close results occurring. The new 3D’s team have started their first season extremely well by being undefeated after two games.
Social Bowls continues to be played on Mondays from 12 midday with everyone including new and beginning players encouraged to attend. Come along and give Bowls a try!
