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Disappointing bowls results for Burras



In extremely hot and trying conditions for bowls, both Warburton Weekend Sides went down in a disappointing start following the break.

The Weekend Warburton 1 side played away against Essendon 1. In windy conditions, the Burras went down 63 shots to 94.

Rink scores were as follows: C. Neale 23/ 20; T. Appleton 9/ 25; A. Donohue 11/ 29 And C. Lord 20/ 20. They play Montmorency 1 away this weekend still determined to record another victory.

Warburton 2 played Chirnside Park 2 away in difficult conditions and struggled overall to go down 55 shots to 97. Rink Scores were P. Summers 7/ 27; G. Lewis 14/ 37; T. Ruwoldt 11/ 18 and S. Darwall 22/ 15. They play Boronia 3 away this week in an important game leading up to the finals.

The Midweek team play Upwey Tecoma 1 on January 17 at home and hope to remain in the top four leading up to the finals.

The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Triples Competition recommences on January 25 with a series of doubleheaders to make up for lost time due to poor weather conditions before the break.

Once again the Club is conducting its’ PINK DAY Triples Tournament, sponsored by Professionals Real Estate, on Sunday February 12 2023 from 12pm. 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.

Positions are filling up fast so contact Rayna Zunneberg 0419472450 or the Club 59662391 if you wish to enter a team.

The Warburton Bowls Club continues to welcome any new or beginning members to join their small but progressive community club. Social Bowls continue to be played on Mondays from 12pm with excellent numbers regularly participating. Everyone is welcome to join in the fun!

GO BURRAS!

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