Our annual Fish ’n’ Chips night on the 19th September proved to be the last opportunity to bowl outdoors this season as the wet weather meant our last two friendly fixtures were cancelled.
We played in teams for Allen or Trevor in a combination of triples and pairs until the bell rang time. No one know quite who won! This was followed by fish and chips in the main club. Thanks to Trevor for organising and for all those who came to play or eat later and contributed to the raffle.
Our annual Bowlers v Main Club match was held on Sunday 15th in warmish sunshine. We played two bowl triples over 16 ends and finished with a barbeque and drinks. Everyone from the youngest who was 9 years old up to the oldest nearing 80 enjoyed some competitive bowls.
The bowlers won on 5 of the rinks and by overall shots. David O and Helen on the top rink accepted the cup on behalf of the bowlers.
Steve M, John and David E were successful in their WSBA Triples final held at Knaphill on Saturday 14th and will be awarded the trophy at the WSBA AGM. The game against Woodbridge Hill was very competitive but Merrow managed to open up a lead to win after 17 ends.
Our club finals were held over a week due to the WSBA semi finals and the poor weather. Spectators came to support the competitors for every match, which was much appreciated. The winners and runners up will be awarded trophies and medals at our annual presentation lunch on 20th October. Many thanks to David O for his organisation.
Report by Debbie.
Merrow Village Bowls Club 