The Weekend Pennant Competitions continued Saturday with a thrilling Double Header at home.
Both Warburton sides were determined to hit the green running and put the opposition under pressure from the start.
The Burras top side faced a crucial game against a talented and ambitious Lilydale Two side.
To Warburton’s credit, they fought bravely throughout and came back from a deficit to edge into the lead late in the game and pull away to win by nine shots, 81 to 72.
The selector’s ploy of mixing things up paid dividends, especially in Paul McConachy’s new rink.
The victory gives the Burras new momentum in their fight for a finals place.
Rink scores were;
S. Lord 11 to 24, P. McConachy 33 to 11, C. Neale 24 to 16 and T. Appleton 13 to 21.
The Burras top side now play Boronia One away this week and are extremely keen to continue their improved form.
The Burras Seconds played top side Heathmont Five in another tough challenge for the club.
The Burras got the early overall ascendancy and held off several fightbacks from the visitors to win strongly by 15 shots, 87 to 72, and move into fourth place on the ladder.
Rink scores were;
P. Woods 24 to 15, D. Key 23 to 16, D. Nisbet 18 to 26 and G. Wynd 22 to 15. They now play third placed Monbulk Two at home this week in another important game.
The Burras Midweek side played Upwey Tecoma One, away last Tuesday in a battle between the top two sides to start the new year.
It was a close fought game with the Burras in the early ascendancy, particularly Rod McKail’s rink.
However, the home side fought back tenaciously and, in the finish, edged to a victory, 72 shots to 66.
Rink scores were;
R. McKail 24/ 23; G. Walsh 21 to 21 and T. Appleton 21 to 28.
The second placed Burras now play Boronia One at home this week.
The club looks forward to the continuation of the Jack Attack Triples Competition to be held this Wednesday 21 January.
Intra Club Competitions are also all approaching the Finals stage following many close contests.
The Annual Pink Ribbon Triples Tournament, sponsored by Yarra Valley Professionals, will be held on Sunday 1 February , from 12 midday.
Female and male entries accepted of all abilities, including beginners.
$10 per player ($30 per team). There are still some vacancies for more teams. Entries in by 24 January.
Contact Michelle Foord 0437566238 or the Club 59662391.
Three Games, raffles and prizes and a BBQ Sausage Sizzle will be held during the day. All proceeds go towards Breast Cancer Research.
The successful Warburton Bowls Club Barefoot Bowls evenings concluded last Friday with another good crowd in attendance enjoying the hospitality of the club.
Thanks to all the club members who assisted with the organisation of these successful evenings, particularly Paul & Maxine Burke and Michael Woolley!
The Club facilities are regularly utilised by outside groups, including families and businesses, for Social Activities and Barefoot Bowls.
Social Bowls continues each Monday from 12 midday.
For more information contact the club via email warbbowls@outlook.com or come along and visit the club and speak to a member.
