On Friday, the 17th of January, despite some of the hottest and most humid conditions this year, 16 dedicated bowlers braved the elements for a thrilling night of social bowls. The game must go on, and it did - thanks to a fun draw of difference organised by Gary "Mr Bowls" Pearce, which led to some interesting pairings.
On Rink 3, the father-son duo of Chris Jnr Pearce and Gary Pearce faced off against Hans Baas and his son-in-law Simon Griggs. Despite the heat, the Pearce family combination dominated the match.
Meanwhile, on Rink 4, Lloyd Shepherd and Ben Mills got off to a strong start but were ultimately overpowered by Peter "Legs" Lejarraga and the experienced Joe Yipnazar, who came from behind to win.
On Rink 5, Margaret McLaughlan and Ray Paneccasio narrowly edged out Margaret Chapman and Ross McLaughlan in one of the closest matches of the night.
Rink 6 saw Joanne Griggs and Ladies President Lyn Storrie, who unfortunately arrived late, win a tight contest against Sandra Darwen and Rob Jorgensen.
There was no jackpot on the night, but we’ll see everyone again next Friday at 6:30pm for a 7pm start.
The Championship Men’s Triples event was held in sweltering conditions, with a strong northerly wind adding to the challenge. The match between Glenn Woodford, Jamie Wood, and Gary Pearce against Ben Mills, Peter Henderson, and Hugh Montgomery was tight, but the team of Woodford, Pearce, and Wood ultimately came out on top.
In today’s social bowls, two games were played on Rinks 4 and 5. On Rink 5, Danny O’Shea, Henry Hazel, Ken Ferguson, and Joe Yipnazar triumphed over Judy Elton, Mick McClosky, Ray Paneccasio, and Allan Garioch. On Rink 6, Margaret Chapman, Gary Nosworthy, Neville Dickinson, and Richie Mau defeated Peter Lejarraga, Doug Kiehne, Trevor Elton, and Leo Kenny.
Contributed with thanks to Lloyd Shepherd.
Winners, Glenn Woodford, Gary Pearce and Jamie Woods
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