Parkes Bowling and Sports Club bowling news.
By Col Miller.
Major Triples semi finals were played on September 28 and 29.
The first game Steve Turner, Wilbur Harris and Guy Ellery took on Greg Townsend, Mark Dwyer and Mick Went.
Went’s team took charge of the game wright from the start leading 12 to 2 on the 7th end.
Ellery’s team had some good bowls in the head but Mick Went was on fire with his driving taking out the opposition’s bowls. Went’s team ran out winners 26 to 13.
On the Sunday the second semi, Joe Davies, Andrew Reynolds and Mark Dwyer played Ian Simpson, John Wright and Brain Hampton.
The teams were 8 all in the 8th end but from then on Fitzalan’s team put the foot down to run out winners 29 to 16.
Hampton’s team was just not consistent enough on the day.
The final will now be between Went’s team and Fitzalan’s team date to be advised, this should be one of the best games of bowls you will see so come on down to the Parkes Bowling and Sports Club.
Social bowls on Thursday, rink 9 Noel Johnstone and Phil Moran and Graham Dixon defeated Ray Jones, Bob Freeman and Geoff Smith 26 to 9. Rink 10 Brian Townsend and Ian Simpson won over Mark Glasheen and Rob Irving 18 to 17.
Mike Valentine and Col Mudie has a close win over Arthur Corbett and John Wright 23 to 21. John Carr and Col Hayward has a good win over John Corcoran and John Ward 27 to 16.
Social bowls on Saturday, rink 8 Peter McPhee, Bob Freeman and Col Mudie went down to Brian Townsend, Rob Lacy and Geoff Freeman 21 to 9.
Bernie Mitchell and Col Hayward had a solid win over Phil Moran and Ian Simpson 20 to 13.
Mal Porter and Dave Reilly had a good win over John Ward and Warren Bevan 24 to 12.
Ray Jones and John Wright had a field day against Noel Johnstone and Rob Irving 37 to 7.
Rink 13 Mick Simpson and Darryl McKellar had a win over Tony Riordan and Baldy Frame 20 to17. Rink 14 John Carr, Ethan Lacy and Graham Dixon had a 20 all draw with George Bradley, Graham Davis and Bruce Orr.
Parkes B & S C Women’s Bowls
By Lea Orr
Best wishes for full and fast recoveries to all our walking wounded regulars! We need you back on the frontline, battling for a point, and filling the ranks.
You know that bowling is the best remedy for any illness!
Ground Control had checked the field for bombs and did a great job of rolling it at the same time! We salute you, gentlemen!
On Saturday last, one of the major conflicts of 2024 took place in the main arena: Jo Simpson versus Rhona Went - to establish who would take home the coveted Major Singles title, and Liz Byrne trophy.
It was obvious that Jo had brought along the big guns, and she sustained a relentless attack on the jack. Rhona would have her shots in place early, only to be outgunned on the last bowl on many ends. Congratulations General Jo, and a great effort by Rhona to reach the final!
On Tuesday, Frances, Valmai and Major Marja encountered Gwenda, Lorraine and Corporal Kim in a two-hour skirmish.
Volleys of shots from both sides kept each group entrenched for over an hour. Soon after, the latter platoon gained some ground and fought on to the end to retain that advantage.
On another field, new recruit, Therese Glasseen, Lea and Brigadier Betsy attempted a surprise attack against Kay, Rose and Able-Seaman Jan.
We advanced with a lucky shot on the first end, but that was one of only five steps forward as Jan’s squad put down a barrage of artillery to keep us in defence mode.
A daring raven, recently escaped from the Tower of London we thought, crossed no man’s land, trying to draw fire! Last seen flying north over PECC!
The patience of the patients spectating on Tuesday was appreciated. Great to see you all smiling!
There are several Mid-West Bowls championships coming up: Women’s State Pairs, Senior Pairs, Open Reserve Pairs and Senior Singles, all to be played in November and December
See the board for details. Nominations close later this month, Singles in November.
If you haven’t been to Arnold’s to pick up your pink summer shirt, please do it soon.
One more week until nominations close for Club Minor Singles. Please put your name down, if eligible.
To play social bowls next Tuesday, October 8, call the club, 68621446, between 9 – 9.30, with play to begin at 10 am. Visitors and newcomers always welcome.