By Garry Lewis
With five rounds to go before the finals, Warburton Bowls Club is determined to have all three Pennant sides participating in the playoffs. All wins are vital leading up to the business end of the season.
The Weekend Warburton 1 side is currently holding onto 5th place on the ladder, and they look forward to regrouping after the break against top side, Ferntree Gully 1, at home on 18 January.
Warburton 2 is currently in 4th place on the ladder and play Eastwood Golf 1 away after the break. It is important that they continue to win at home and snag a couple of away wins leading into the finals to retain their position in the top four.
Warburton’s Midweek side finished 2024 on a high with an away win at Yarra Glen. The victory consolidated their position in 2nd place on the ladder. Trailing at the break by 3 shots, they made an immediate impact and held on for a well- deserved victory despite only one rink winning, 64 shots to 54.
Rink scores were as follows: R. McKail 25/ 14, T. Heywood 16/ 17 and C. Boland 23/ 23. They play Mooroolbark 2 at home on 21 January.
The Wednesday Night Barefoot Bowls Jack Attack Competition recommences on Wednesday 22 January.It has been great to witness the fun, enjoyment and improvement all participants are displaying throughout the season so far.
The club will be holding the Tradge Woods Triples Tournament next Saturday 11 January, in memory of the highly esteemed past member of the club. All 16 Team positions are filled.
The Club looks forward to some great bowling from a high-quality field.
The Annual Pink Ribbon Day Triples Tournament, sponsored by Professionals Real Estate, will now be held on Sunday 2 February from 12 midday, with all funds raised going towards Breast Cancer Research. Food, refreshments, raffles and prizes available during the day. $10 per head or $30 per team of three. Equipment provided.
No experience necessary. Female and Male Entries accepted of all abilities, including Beginners. Entries in by 23 January.
Interested people or teams of three are encouraged to contact Michelle 0437 566 238 for further details or put their names down on the list at the Club.
Intra Club Competitions continued over the break resulting in several close contests. 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.
