MANY of the ladies helped out with the men’s Ken Howard Carnival- umpiring, talking on the live broadcast, and running the empty glasses to the staff inside. It was a great team effort by staff, members and volunteers yet again at Club Nambucca. Congratulations to the men for another fantastic carnival- the 50th will be next year.
Social bowls numbers for the ladies have been strong again, with some who don’t like the summer heat enjoying cooler conditions to play.
Recent results: June 5- Tina Ryan, Michelle Fredericks & Nerida Blackford defeated Collen, Deb Mann & Karen Liddell 22-11; Mel Legend, Alma Reid & Elaine Fleming def Lisa barry, Feltch & Kim Porter 22-16; ?, Pam James, Sandra Seckold & Marilyn Montgomery def Arlene Duffus, Rose Dugdale, Manor Smith & Marg Duffus 21-16.
June 12- Nerida, Fletch, Janice & Colleen def Elaine, Chris D, Arlene & Joan H 27-8; Manor, Deb, Alma, Lisa def Marg D, Bev, Kerrie & Ann Maree 28-16 and Karen, Rosie, Tina & Mel def Sandra Pam, Teresa & Mel 23-16.
The Restricted Singles Competition has been held, for those who have played less than seven years. There were only 4 entries this year. Lisa Barry defeated Marg Duffus Rd 1, and Nerida Blackford defeated Deb Mann. The final was won by Nerida, 25-11. There was some very good shot making in the match but winning many ends by 2 or 3 helped Nerida get ahead. It was a match played with great spirit, and Lisa is bound to win this title soon I think.
One of the great things about our sport is that elite players are so approachable and happy to chat with anyone else who loves bowls. Mark and I recently ventured to the Gold Coast for the Australian Open and were lucky to see some of the best bowlers in the world display their skills- it was a fantastic experience. On the last finals day, we met Dawn Hayman, who had won the Australian Women’s Singles Title the day before and she graced us with a chat and a photo- that’s another to add to my groupie collection!
Our Club Ladies’ Triples Championships will begin next week- come on down to the Club Tuesday mornings to cheer on the ladies. Games start by 9am.
A Charity Bowls day is also coming up on Sunday 13 July. This is a fun day of bowls for all levels and ages so make up a team of 4, dress in your favourite footy team colours and join in.
Entries close 11 July, $40 per player includes breakfast, green fees and lunch. Funds raised on the day go to Dementia Australia and Family of League.
By Nerida BLACKFORD
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