By Peter Brennan
Round Two of the midweek competition saw the Yarra Junction Bowling Club (YJBC) head to Healesville optimistic of a good performance away after having had a good preseason practice there.
Two rinks battled neck to neck most of the match with both YJBC rinks eventually winning by 3 points each. Healesville however were too strong on the third rink and jumped ahead from the start of the game building a great score as they went. After the break, an 8 score on one end by Healesville ensured the game went their way overall with the Eagles defeated by 16 shots. It’s still early in the season so time to regroup and concentrate on the next game at home against Lilydale 3.
Round three of the weekend competition was set to be a test, with an away game on a grass green at Mooroolbark in windy conditions. The Eagles gained an early advantage with some great bowling from the start on two rinks boosting the team’s confidence and determination. Having a break can often change the flow of the game and again proved to be true but the Eagles held on tight and came away with a very rewarding win on 3 rinks to win overall 73 / 110.
A win away and remaining top of the ladder was the aim for the day and the Eagles walked away having achieved a great result and a 20-point advantage on the ladder. This week’s game is against Donvale at home and hopefully, they can continue to build on a great season start.
The planned Melbourne Cup Day tournament was cancelled due to insufficient entries but has been quickly replaced by a Yarra Junction vs Warburton Ashes tournament at YJBC. There’s a great friendly rivalry between these two clubs so expect some great bowling and a fun day.
The annual Community Cup competition is back commencing 15 November with a slightly different format to be played over three weeks. The response from community groups has been fantastic with only 2 spaces left. If your group would like to enter a team call Jason on 0411263721. No experience is required and equipment is supplied.
