By Garry Lewis
Two exciting wins highlighted the second week of Pennant Bowls for the Warburton Bowls Club during the past week.
The Weekend Warburton 1 side hosted a Lilydale 2 side who were coming off a strong win in the opening round. Warburton was seriously compromised due to important absences and
a tough afternoon was expected. However, the Burras got off to a flyer and took a substantial early lead. Lilydale fought back and whittled away the lead until they caught up. Some clutch shots at the death saw the Burras home, however, 93 shots to 89. A tremendous effort from all players.
Rink scores were as follows: R. McKail 31/ 16; G. Walsh 26/ 24; C. Neale 15/ 23 and S. Lee-Tet 21/ 26.
The Burras top side looks forward to their next challenge against Ferntree Gully 1 away this week.
The Warburton 2 game against Bennettswood 1 away was played in superb conditions. However, the hosts were far too strong in their familiar green conditions and won comfortably 124 shots to 60.
Rink scores were P. Summers 18/ 25; G. Lewis 20/21; M. Van Meurs 12/ 32 and G. Wynd 10/ 46. The Burras are very determined to show improvement this week against Eastwood Golf 1 at home.
The Midweek Pennant Warburton side travelled to traditional rivals Healesville on Tuesday to start the new season and came away with a win. In a tightly fought match, with scores see-sawing throughout, the Burras proved stronger in the end to win 63 shots to 54.
Rink scores were S. Lord 26/ 11; G. Walsh 15/ 28 and R. McKail 22/ 15. The Burras look forward to keeping up the good form this week against Yarra Glen 1 at home.
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 highly popular Bingo Nights concludes this week on Wednesday from 7pm with a Halloween Theme. Doors open 6.30pm. Everyone is welcome to attend for a fun evening of Bingo, including Music Bingo, prizes, refreshments and drinks at bar prices.
The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Jack Attack Triples Competition will commence on Wednesday 6 November. Players can come along from 6pm and have a practice rollup before the games begin at 7pm.
The Warburton Bowls Club welcomes the new teams including Bowl-O- Chicks, La La’s, Chicks with Bowls, Giffords Gang All Stars, 1 Wright & 2 Wrongs, 3D’s and Warby Hardware.
Social Bowls continues to be played on Mondays from 12 midday with everyone including new and beginning players encouraged to attend.
