By Garry Lewis
A mixed bag of results for the Warburton Bowls Club this week with one win, one loss and a draw across all the Pennant Games.
Warburton’s top side went to Ringwood on Saturday on a high from their unexpected win last week. It was going to be another tough assignment.
The standard was high throughout, and Ringwood had edged ahead by 11 shots at the break. The Burras roared back straight after to take the lead which they held almost to the end, when it finished as a highly tense and exciting draw, 72 shots each.
Rink scores were as follows: R. McKail 19/ 18; G. Walsh 19/ 18; C. Neale 16/ 21 and T. Appleton 18/ 15.
The Burras top side looks forward to playing friendly rivals Upwey-Tecoma 1, at home this week.
The Warburton 2 team played Chirnside Park 2 away in good bowls conditions on their grass green. After a slow start, the Burras were only two shots down at the break determined to continue to improve in the second half. After the break, the hosts led for most of the ends before another determined finish from the Burras, led once again by Peter Summers and David Fahy’s rinks, saw them win overall by 11 shots, 79 to 68.
Rink scores were P. Summers 27/ 12; G. Lewis 10/ 23; D. Fahy 26/ 14 and M. Stoessiger 16/ 19. The Burras also look forward to playing at home this week against Vermont South 3.
Warburton’s Midweek side, previously unbeaten this season, received a reality check at a hot and windy Mooroolbark last Wednesday. The tricky conditions were handled better by the home side which ran out comfortable winners 62 shots to 45. Rink scores were S. Lord 15/ 18; G. Walsh 11/ 25 and R. McKail 19/ 19. The Burras look forward to regrouping this week at home against Ringwood 1.
Pennant Training continues on Thursdays from 4pm at the club. New and beginning players are always encouraged to attend and join in the fun. Coaching is available.
On Cup Day, members from Warburton competed against Yarra Junction in the inaugural Ashes Competition at Yarra Junction. A most enjoyable day was had by all who participated and special thanks to the Eagles’ Members for hosting the event.
The popular Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Jack Attack Competition commenced last Wednesday in warm conditions with 16 teams participating ensuring a full green. Young Aiden McNiff from the new La La’s team commenced the season well by winning the prize for being the first person to touch the jack.
It was great to witness the more experienced teams assisting and encouraging the new teams throughout the evening with several fine shots occurring across all rinks and some close results.
The highlight was a great comeback from the Pensioners team to record an exciting draw against the 3 Stooges team, 11 shots all. The club looks forward to seeing the ongoing improvement from all teams as the season continues.
The Warburton Bowls Club has received a grant to host a free Digital Skills Workshop on Tuesday 26 November from 5pm- 6pm at the Clubrooms for people who are interested in learning more about Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets). It’s open to the public and geared to community groups or work teams. Whether you’re just getting started or want to refine your skills, this quick session is a great way to learn something new and connect with the community!
Register by email: grants@warburtonbowls.com.au or call 0491 027 546 for details.
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!
