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Published by The Leftie in Bowls Notes • 10/20/2014 4:26:40 PM
Here is the latest news from the Bowlie.
TWILIGHT BOWLS
50 bowlers turned out last Thursday.
In a game highlighted by some brilliant bowls from newcomer Jodie Matheson, Saints accounted for Two and a Half Fitters 13-4.
In a great game Bitch & Stitch scored a narrow 16-13 win over Golden Girls.
Rolling Stones got out to a 19-9 lead and held on to defeat High Rollers 19-17.
Major winners were Rok-F-M with the minor winners being Rolling Stones. The lucky losers prize was won by Central West Glass.
THURSDAY SOCIAL BOWLS
28 bowlers contested seven games of pairs.
John Keogh and Steve Ryan led all the way in their 24-15 win over Noel Nicholson and John Hodge.
Bob Freeman and Greig Ball played Wes Westcott and Gary McPhee. Bob and Greig held the lead throughout the first 17 ends and held a 15-13 lead. Wes and Gary scored five shots on end 18 to grab the lead and held on to win 19-17.
In a game featuring 15 one shot ends, Bill Skinner and John Ward won the last four ends to score a come from behind 16-13 win over Col Woods and Col Mudie.
Max Tomkins and Graham Dixon played Ron Hornery and Geoff Freeman. Ron and Geoff held a narrow 16-15 lead after 16 ends before powering home, winning four of the last five ends, to win 29-16.
In a very dominant display Wally Austin and Mike Parkes played the bowls of their life in scoring a 32-6 win over John Dunn and Mike Valentine.
After trailing 11-0, Gordon Dickson and Keith MacRae controlled the remainder of the game to run out big 26-16 winners over Ian Mill and John Corcoran.
Les Kent and Col Hayward led Rob Irving and Graham Barby 19-8 after 13 ends before Rob and Graham won the next four ends to narrow the margin to 19-17. The last four ends were shared with Les and Col hanging on to win 23-20.
The major winners were Wes Westcott and Gary McPhee and the minor winners were Les Kent and Col Hayward.
SATURDAY SOCIAL BOWLS
28 bowlers played seven games of pairs.
Chris Dunn and Dave Johnson played Ron Fisher and Ron Hornery. This was a very close game with Chris and Dave holding a narrow 16-15 lead after 17 ends. They then won the next three ends and eventually won the game 22-18.
Allan Wright and John Dunn won the last three ends to score a come from behind 19-14 win over Gordon Dickson and Rhona Went.
Nimo Mills and Arthur Corbett had a good 26-14 win over Cliff Westcott and Pat Cooney.
Alan Affleck and Liz Byrne dominated the last six ends to score a 27-18 win over Ron Murray and Greig Ball.
Bill Skinner and Mike Valentine played Col Woods and Steve Turner. Bill and Mike had a great start to the game and led 14-2 after eight ends. Col and Steve then won six of the next eight ends to narrow the lead to just one shot, 18-17. However Bill and Mike finished the stronger and finally won 25-20.
Brenda Davies and John Ward were far too strong for Rob Irving and Joe Crowley, winning 28-9.
Major winners were Nimo Mills and Arthur Corbett and the minor winners were Bill Skinner and Mike Valentine.
Next Saturday will be the Bob and Geoff Freeman sponsored Super Saturday. All bowlers are invited to attend this day with extra prizes being up for grabs.
MEMBERS PAIRS TOURNAMENT
The club is holding a members pairs tournament on Saturday, November 8. Prize money of $550 will be shared by the top five performing teams. Check the notice board for the conditions of play and put your team on the nomination sheet.
MIXED PAIRS CHAMPIONSHIPS
One first round match was played on Saturday when Robyn Morgan and Keith MacRae played Maureen Baillie and George Boatswain. Maureen and George had the better start to the match and led 10-6 after 10 ends. Robyn and Keith then won seven of the next nine ends to lead 19-12 and then held on to win 19-15.
SUNDAY MORNING JACKPOT
Due to a number of regular Sunday bowlers away at various President’s Days only eight bowlers turned out.
Mick Blunt and Terry Hetherington were too strong for Mal Porter and Greg Townsend, winning 26-13.
In a game of two halves, Mike Phillips and Kim Evans had an eight ends each 16 all draw with Garry Phillips and Rob Irving. Mike and Kim held a commanding 11-1 lead after seven ends. Garry and Rob then dominated the next nine ends to grab the 16 all draw.
The jackpot was not won and will be $680 next week. Come along on Sunday morning for a game of bowls, a sausage sandwich, and a chance to win the jackpot. Names in by 9:30am for a 10:00am start.
BRAGGERS CUP
This Friday evening will see round one played at the Railway Diggers Club commencing at 6pm. Players selected to represent Parkes Bowling & Sports Club are Col Hayward, Baldy Frame, Flip Fliedner, Mick Went, Pat Cooney and Marie Grant. All matches will be first to 25 singles matches.
WORKING BEE
A working bee is being held this Saturday, October 25 commencing at 7am to spread sand on the top green prior to it being laser levelled. A big roll up of members would be appreciated. The club would also like to thank the members who turned up last Saturday to help Barney remove the grass cuttings and drill the top green.
UPCOMING BOWLS EVENTS
Wednesday, October 22 – Round 1 Mixed Pairs; Saturday, October 25 – Super Saturday; Wednesday, October 29 – Round 2 Mixed Pairs; November 1-2 Handicap Singles with nominations closing October 30; Saturday, November 8 – Members Pairs Tournament.
STARTERS
Thursday, October 23 – Geoff Freeman and John Watson; Saturday, October 25 – Gary McPhee and Alan Affleck; Thursday, October 30 – John Watson and John Carr.
RULE OF THE WEEK
Toucher in the ditch. If a toucher in the ditch is moved by a non-toucher entering the ditch, an opponent or marker should put the toucher back to its former position.

Happy bowling.