By Garry Lewis
Finally, some hot summer conditions for last weekend’s Pennant Bowls for the Warburton BC. However, the Burras only won one game over the course of the week.
Warburton 1 played a thriller at Monbulk on Saturday, but ultimately fell short by 8 shots, 71 to 79. The Burras rallied after the break to hit the lead at one stage with both teams going shot for shot until Monbulk edged away at the death.
Rink scores were as follows: S. Lord 21/ 15; T. Appleton 22/ 19; S. Lee-Tet 18/ 20 and C. Neale 10/ 25.
The Burras still hold onto fourth position on the ladder with two games to go. They play Ferntree Gully 1 away this week determined to hit back.
Warburton 2 recorded their second victory of the season by comprehensively defeating Croydon 3 at home, 119 shots to 51. Most pleasing was the way they continued to increase their lead after the break and had good numbers at the head for most of the game. The Burras thoroughly enjoyed the celebrations after the game.
Rink scores were as follows: P. Summers 27/ 12; M. Reynolds 31/ 22; G. Lewis 31/ 6 and T. Ruwoldt 30/ 11.
They look forward to continuing their fine form this week against Heathmont 4 at home.
Warburton’s Midweek side suffered a close but disappointing loss at home to top side Monbulk 1. In an often-scrappy match, Monbulk proved the steadier team overall to win 59 shots to 53.
Rod McKail’s rink started promisingly but was overrun 18/ 29. Greg Walsh’s rink fought back from a big deficit to lose by one shot, 15/ 16. Steve Lord’s rink controlled the match for most of the time and won well, 20/ 14.
The Burras remain in second place on the ladder as they look forward to playing Yarra Glen 1 away this week, with three more games before the finals.
The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Triples Competition continued last Wednesday with ad oubleheader and many close and exciting games. Five more rounds leading up to the finals.
It is great to see the continued improvement from all the sides, particularly the new teams, this season. Some of the sides have even organised their own uniform.
Neil Jorgensen, from the Burra Boys, won the prize for being the first person to touch the jack during the evening.
The Warburton Bowls Club are looking forward to the Pink Ribbon Day next Sunday, February 11 from 12 midday. 16 Teams will be participating in a Two-Bowl Triples Tournament with all funds raised going towards the Breast Cancer Foundation. A BBQ Sausage Sizzle, raffles and prizes will add to the enjoyment of the day.
Thanks to Yarra Valley Professionals Real Estate for their support and organisation of the day.
Social Bowls continue 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.
