By Garry Lewis
In the past week, the Warburton 2 side and the midweek Warburton 1 Pennant sides recorded convincing victories. However, the top weekend side had a disappointing loss leading into the holiday break.
Warburton 1 team’s lack of success away to rivals Lilydale continued on Saturday with 54 shots to 86 loss. This has put their finals ambition on hold until the new year. Two rinks were quite competitive but ultimately the Burras went down and the overall loss in the finish was comprehensive.
Rink scores were C. Lord 16/ 19, C. Neale 11/ 25, P. McConachy 12/ 21 and S. Lord 15/ 21. They look forward to regrouping after the break against Ferntree Gully 1 at home on 18 January.
Fifth-placed Warburton 2 played fourth-placed Bennetswood 1 at home as the Burras looked to get revenge on the opposition following their big victory earlier in the season.
With several regular players returning, the Burras were confident of putting in a positive performance. A solid start across all rinks saw the home side create a hand lead at the break. Bennetswood didn’t give up and a couple of their rinks fought back well in the second half. However, the Burras were determined to keep their overall score out of reach to record a well deserved 98 shots to 66 victory and jump into fourth place on the ladder leading into the break.
Rink scores were M. Stoessiger 19/ 21, D. Fahy 23/ 14, M. Van Meurs 22/ 20 and P. Summers 34/ 11. The Burras now play Eastwood Golf 1 at home after the break. It is important that they continue to win at home and snag a couple of away wins leading into the finals to retain their position in the top four.
The Midweek side continued their recent good form with a good win over fourth-placed Healesville 1 on Tuesday.
The standard was again very high across the rinks and two of the three Burras’ teams kicked on for convincing victories. Overall, a fine win against a committed opponent, 76 shots to 47.
Rink scores were as follows: R. McKail 19/ 22, T. Heywood 27/ 12 and C. Boland 30/ 13. They play Yarra Glen 1 away this Tuesday before the Holiday Break. Following the break, they play Mooroolbark 2 at home on 21 January.
The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Jack Attack Competition continued last week with another enjoyable Double Header for Rounds 6 and 7 before the Holiday Break. It was great to see several participants dressed up in Christmas Festive gear.
Once again there were several extremely close games throughout the evening with Ray Pearman from the Pensioners Team winning the prize for being the first person to touch the jack. Another highlight was seeing the Giffords Gang All Stars Team winning their first game of the competition.
The competition will recommence after the break on Wednesday 22 January.
During the holiday break, the club will be holding the Tradge Woods Triples Tournament on Saturday 11 January 2025, in memory of the highly esteemed past member of the club. All 16 Team positions are filled. The Club looks forward to some great bowling from a high-quality field.
The Annual Pink Ribbon Day Triples Tournament, sponsored by Professionals Real Estate, will be held on Sunday 9 February 2025, with all funds raised going towards Breast Cancer Research. Food, refreshments, raffles and prizes available during the day. $10 per head or $30 per team of three.
Female and Male Entries accepted of all abilities, including Beginners. Entries in by 30 January.
Interested people or teams of 3 are encouraged to contact Michelle 0437 566 238 for further details.
Intra Club Competitions will continue over the break with participants keen to achieve bragging rights over their fellow club members.
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.
