The Warburton Bowls Club recorded wonderful results on the weekend with both Pennant sides winning comfortably in vital games leading up to the finals.
The Burras top side played third placed Croydon Two at home in humid conditions.
Their post-Christmas form continued with a stunning victory over the finals bound Pirates, 110 shots to 55.
All four rinks performed impressively, and the result was never in doubt from the halfway mark.
If the wins keep coming, Warburton One may yet make a surprise entry into the finals and may be capable of causing problems, with previous victories over the current top four.
Rink scores were: S. Lord 33/ 11, P. McConachy 28/ 15, C. Neale 23/ 14 and T. Appleton 26/ 15.
The Burras top side face another challenge against Monbulk One away this week, determined to continue their great form.
The third placed Burras seconds played top side Mooroolbark Four away on their grass green in another tough challenge for the club. After an even first half, the Burras were one shot up overall.
All rinks continued to lift in the second half resulting in the overall 86 shots to 60 victory as Warburton Two moved into second place on the ladder with two more games to go before the finals.
Rink scores were: P. Woods 26/ 13, D. Key 15/ 19, P. Summers 25/ 14 and S. Darwall 20/ 14.
The second placed Warburton Two now play Eastwood Golf One at home this weekend.
Unfortunately, the Midweek Pennant Competition was cancelled for this round due to the extreme weather conditions last Tuesday.
The second placed Burras now play Healesville One away this week.
The Jack Attack Triples Competition continued in superb conditions last Wednesday with a Double Header and several close games.
The theme for the evening was Australia Day.
Congratulations to Carole Andueza (Can’t Remember) and Shane Franks (Sheep Assist) for winning prizes for the best dressed.
Fred Bullas from the Bowled and the Beautiful Team won the prize for the first person to hit the jack.
After ten rounds, the ladder is as follows: Can’t Remember, Pensioners, Gunners, Bowls to the Wall, Giddy Gout, Bowl Movement, Wessie Wonders, Stirling Effort, La La’s, Thomos, Sheep Assist, Lawn Rangers, Hit the Jack, Bowl Controllers, T.B.C. and Bowled and the Beautiful.
Intra Club Competitions are all in the Finals’ stage following many close contests with exciting games coming up shortly.
The Men’s and Ladies’ Club Singles Championship Finals will be played on Friday 13 February.
The Annual Pink Ribbon Triples Tournament, sponsored by Yarra Valley Professionals, was held on Sunday with over $1100 raised for the Breast Cancer Foundation.
Female and male entries of all abilities, including beginners, played throughout the day.
The organiser, Chris Lord, from Yarra Valley Professionals Real Estate, thanked all the local businesses and people who donated and provided prizes for the raffle.
Also, thanks to all the Warburton Bowls Club volunteers for their wonderful contribution during the day and to Chris Lord for his amazing organisation of another successful Pink Ribbon Day.
Congratulations to the winning team of Michelle and Mark Furness and Jack Glossop.
Everyone who participated were winners throughout the day.
The Free Friday Barefoot Bowls Evenings from 6pm to 9pm will continue for one more week.
All equipment provided. Food and Raffle Tickets available at a small cost. Drinks available from the bar.
Everyone, including families and friends, are encouraged to come along and join in the fun.
Social bowls continues each Monday from 12 midday.
The club facilities are regularly utilised by outside groups, including families and businesses, for social activities and barefoot bowls. Contact the club for further information via email warbbowls@outlook.com or come along and visit the club and speak to a member.
