MVPA
FINALS of the MVPA State Singles were played last Sunday at the Swan Hill Bowls Club, with the Racecourse Bowls Club having an outstanding day with two stellar performances.
Mikaela Evans won her first title with a comfortable victory over the well credentialed Judy Wilson (Murray Downs).
Evans got off to a great start and held her nerve in fine style, recording a 25/10 win.
In the men’s semi-finals, Norm Smith (Racecourse) defeated Shane Domaille (Racecourse) 25/11 to cruise into the final, while Josh Thornton (Murray Downs) was pushed hard by Racecourse’s Glenn McIntosh – but Thornton’s experience told in the end, giving him a 25/17 win.
In the final, Smith started very well and built up a strong 17/9 lead, before Thornton pegged back the deficit to level the scores at 17-all, with the pair going shot for shot for the next few ends.
However, Smith got away again at the end of the match and recorded a 25/20 victory. After years of trying, this is Smith’s first Singles title.
The State Triples will be played at the Lake Boga Bowls Club on Sunday, with the draw for the women’s event seeing Judy Wilson, Teresa Furnell and Noelene Weir (Murray Downs) playing Mikaela Evans, Kylie Gardner and Helen Frame (Racecourse). As there are only two entries, this is effectively the final of the event.
The men’s fixture is as follows: Section 1 – N.Smith, G.McIntosh, G.Bennett v B.Mansbridge and team. P.Furnell, K.O’Bree, H.Whitford – bye.
Section 2 – K.Hamill, D.Jonkers, A.Everitt v P.Brook, M.O’Bree, R.Wilson. M.Snel, DJ Weaver, J.Ford – bye.
Following the sectional play, the final will then be played between the section winners, with all matches to be of 18 ends.
MURRAY DOWNS
Thursday Social Bowls last week was a beautiful day, with 35 players taking part.
Winners were Doug Fisher, Josie Boyd and Pam Martin, while the runner’s-up were Harry Whitford, Ceil McCaig and Neville Martin.
The Mixed Combination Triples Tournament was held on Sunday and was played in very pleasant conditions, with two Murray Downs teams being successful.
The winning team was Mick Tempini, Carl Fox and Bev McCartney, while the runner’s-up were Kerry Power, David Timmins and Vicki O’Bree. Well done to both teams and the committee on a great day.
Both Saturday and Tuesday pennant teams are going along nicely, with most teams featuring in the top four.
We are heading towards the halfway mark of both competitions, with only a few weeks left before the Christmas break – keep up the good bowling.
Weekend Pennant teams
Saturday, December 3
Division 1 Team 1 v Lake Boga 1 away – M.Tempini, M.Hollingsworth, R.Wilson, M.O’Bree; C.Power, R.Halligan, P.Brook, J.Caldwell; J.Alderuccio, G.McCaig, K.Rowe, B.Lehmann.
Division 2 Team 2 v Manangatang 1 at home – J.Boyd, N.Brown, D.Alderuccio, P.Furnell; N.Martin, L.Critten, H.Whitford, D.Uebergang; G.Robertson, K.Power, D.Barry, K.O’Bree.
Division 2 Team 3 v Racecourse 2 away – C.Rovere, V.O’Bree, D.Angus, T.Furnell; D.Timmins, J.Wilson, G.Whitla, L.McPhee; K.Burrage, M.Angus, B.Napier, D.Fisher.
Division 3 Team 4 v Racecourse 3 away – L.Toomer, N.Delmenico, J.Templeton, C.Fox; S.Giddings, C.Parry, C.McCaig, B.Kelly; J.Sapuppo, B.Deighton, D.Holland, R.Smith.
Division 4 Team 5 v Manangatang 2 away – M.Johnson, B.Butcher, G.Steel, W.Murray; B.McCartney, T.Pearce, M.Martin, G.Coulter.
Midweek Pennant teams
Tuesday, December 6
Division 1 Team 1 v Racecourse 2 at home – J.Alderuccio, M.Jewson, R.Wilson, L.Critten; M.Tempini, C.McCaig, G.McCaig, J.Wilson.
Division 1 Team 2 v Swan Hill 1 away – J.Boyd, K.O’Bree, M.O’Bree, T.Furnell; S.Giddings, P.Furnell, H.Whitford, D.Angus.
Division 2 Team 3 v Racecourse 3 away – G.Robertson, N.Weir, R.Halligan, B.Kelly; B.McCartney, D.Fisher, D.Barry, D.Scown.
Division 2 Team 4 v Swan Hill 2 away v.O’Bree, D.Timmins, N.Martin, P.Martin; K.Burrage, M.Barry, C.Fox, C.Rovere.
Division 2 Team 5 – Manangatang at home – B.Fox, N.Delmenico, T.Pearse, B.Butcher; E.Heard, J.Rowe, M.Martin, M.Johnson.
RACECOURSE
Congratulations to Mikaela Evans on her win in the MVPA State Singles. Mikaela won 25/10 ahead of Judy Wilson.
Congratulations also to Norm Smith, who beat Josh Thornton 25/20 to win the men’s State Singles.
Jackpot bowls on Wednesday was won by Arthur Threadgold, Clive Power and Peter Hooper, with two wins and +22 shots, while in second place, with one win and +5 shots, were Jim Wilcox, Elaine Lawry and Rob Weaver (Moulamein).
Wednesday’s Jack Attack bowls was played in perfect conditions for the first time and was won by Ken Barry, Kevin Glen and Kylie Bailey.
There’s only two weeks to go before the Christmas break and there will be a barbecue on December 14 before the game.
Our next tournament will be the Country Hearing Clinic Any Combination Triples on Sunday, December 4 – starting at 12.30pm.
The Christmas party will be held on Saturday, December 10 after bowls. The numbers are looking promising, but there’s plenty of room for more, so put your name on the board for catering purposes please.
Weekend Pennant teams
Saturday, December 3
Division 1 Team 1 v Nyah District 1 at home – G.McIntosh, N.Smith (manager), R.Wolfe, K.Gardner; M.Snel, Nev Smith, S.Domaille, M.Evans; M.Holyoak, R.Hayes, DJ Weaver, G.Bennett.
Division 2 Team 2 v Murray Downs 3 at home – B.Bice, N.Roberts, A.Lindsay, J.Beard; D.McCarron (Manager), G.Bailey, P.Loughran, P.Parry; T.Wiseman, R.Doran, A.Threadgold, J.Ford.
Division 3 Team 3 v Murray Downs 4 at home – D.Poulton, B.Horsburgh, P.Scott, P.Hooper; E.Russell, I.Lockhart, G.Schack, R.Jones; J.Wilcox (Manager), P.Snel, K.Duthie, K.Bailey.
Division 3 Team 4 v Lake Boga 2 away – C.Smith (Manager), M.Hooper, H.Frame, B.Mason; V.Lindsay, L.Taylor, E.Lawry, B.McIntosh; R.Schack, D.Doran, H.Van Der Veen, K.Roberts.
Division 4 Team 5 v Lake Boga 3 away – G.Harwood, R.Harrop, I.Lawry, S.Looney; C.Power, B.Warren (Manager), T.O’Shannessy, K.Foott.
Midweek Pennant teams
Tuesday, December 6
Division 1 Team 1 v Lake Boga 1 at home – R.Schack, N.Smith (Manager), N.Roberts, M.Hooper; D.Doran, R.Hayes, T.Wiseman, K.Roberts.
Division 1 Team 2 v Murray Downs 1 away – C.Smith (Manager), J.Ford, G.Bennett, H.Frame; V.Lindsay, Nev Smith, G.McIntosh, F.Devereux.
Division 2 Team 3 v Murray Downs 3 at home – E.Lawry, P.Loughran, L.Lockhart, M.Smith; L.Loats (Manager), DJ Weaver, E.Renney, I.Lockhart.
SWAN HILL
Bowlers were pleased to be back to playing their Pennant matches last Saturday, after no games the previous week.
Even more pleasing for Swan Hill Division 1 was having a win against Racecourse 1 and winning all three rinks.
Division 2 took out the double, by having a good win on one rink, which covered losses on the other two.
Division 3 continue to put up a brave effort despite not being quite so fortunate, winning one rink against Racecourse 3, but the other two rinks were unable to make up enough ground for a win overall.
We have some new bowlers in this team who are gaining valuable experience. Every week is another challenge, regardless of what division you play in.
Our Christmas party was a great success, with all who attended having a most enjoyable evening. President Brian would like to thank Father Christmas for coming early from the North Pole and spreading some Christmas cheer. He also thanks the busy elves that prepared the lovely meal and table settings.
Wednesday saw some dedicated social bowlers on the green, with the winning team being Alan Marshman, Brian Quaife and Damien McBeath.
Friday Frolics will be sure to attract a good field of bowlers, as the jackpot is still waiting to be cracked open. Your entry needs to be in by 2.30pm for a 3pm start.
Mick’s raffles will be on the go after the game, along with happy hour.
President’s Night is scheduled for Monday, December 19, commencing at 5pm, with Graeme Hayes Real Estate sponsoring the event.
There’ll be generous prizes on offer, with first place receiving $300, second $200 and third $100 per team. Entries to Brian Richardson, Bill King or on the sheet on the notice board.
LAKE BOGA
Last Thursday’s barefoot bowls was won by Maccas Waccas – John McCormack, Mary Lynas and Amber Moynihan – while the runner’s-up were Robyn’s Rebels of Robyn Jolley, Barry Middleton and Kevin Glen.
Wednesday’s social bowls winners were Noel Hender, Keith Anderson and Brian Fowles – and on duty next week will be Ken Hamill.
Our Christmas party is on Saturday, December 17, so please put names in for catering purposes.
Singles games are progressing well, but please play your matches as soon as possible.
Weekend Pennant teams
Saturday, December 3
Division 1 Team 1 v Murray Downs at home – Peter Philp, Leo Swan, Barrie Free, Bones Smith; Rod Wickham, David Jonkers, Anthony Shields, Max Parsons; Ken Hamill, Danny Kelly, Wayne Wright, Greg Clifford.
Division 3 Team 2 v Racecourse 4 at home – John McCormack, Max Lord, Gary Cowland, Noel Hender; Ian Ross, Grant Davies, Janet Hamill, Ted Hyland; Terry Haw, David Condy, Marie O’Meara, Helen Jobling.
Division 4 Team 3 v Racecourse 5 at home – Alex Jobling, Shirley Swan, Les Grey, Keith Anderson; Robyn Jolley, John Pye, Ron Atkinson, Jean Leach.
Midweek Pennant teams
Tuesday, December 6
Division 1 Team 1 v Racecourse 1 away – Janet Hamill, Ken Hamill, Leigh Kingsbury, Jean Leach; Marie O’Meara, Ian Ross, Max Parsons, Helen Jobling.
Division 2 Team 2 v Tooleybuc 1 at home – Shirley Swan, Noel Hender, Ray Leach, Kathy Clifford; Jill Pye, Alex Jobling, Terry Haw, Lyne Maher.
TOOLEYBUC
Last Saturday, Tooleybuc played at home against Lake Boga 2 and despite our best efforts, we were unable to score a win.
J.Armstrong’s rink had a close match, going down by one on the last end, while M.King’s rink also went down by a narrow margin of just four shots.
The final result was Tooleybuc 52 to Lake Boga 69. Tomorrow, Tooleybuc play at home against Swan Hill 3.
Midweek pennant was also played at home this week against Nyah District 1 and a great day of bowls was had by both sides.
L.Fox’s rink was well down prior to lunch, but came back out with a great comeback to narrowly go down by three shots in the end.
T.Armstrong’s rink had a great tussle in their game all match and there was never much in it, resulting in a draw.
A well-deserved and fitting end to a good game of bowls. Next Tuesday’s match will be played at Lake Boga.
Weekend Pennant teams
Saturday, December 3
Division 3 Team 1 v Swan Hill 3 at home – M.King, R.Holland, M.Button, Z.Oliver; J.Armstrong, T.Armstrong (m), L.Fox, B.Smith; I.Hickey, M.Grace, G.Maher, W.Hazlett.
Midweek Pennant teams
Tuesday, December 6
Division 2 Team 1 v Lake Boga 2 away – T.Armstrong, L.Fox, L.Nield, M.Grace; G.Molloy, R.Holland, B.Beckwith, M.Button.PENNANT
Results – Weekend Pennant round 7, Saturday, November 26
Division 1 – Murray Downs 1 12/118 d Nyah District 1 0/36, Swan Hill 1 12/83 d Racecourse 1 0/54, Moulamein 1 v Lake Boga 1 – match postponed.
Division 2 – Murray Downs 2 12/90 d Balranald Ex. Services 1 0/57, Murray Downs 3 10/84 d Manangatang 1 2/58, Swan Hill 2 8/82 d Racecourse 2 4/76.
Division 3 – Lake Boga 2 12/69 d Tooleybuc 1 0/52, Racecourse 4 11/76 d Murray Downs 4 1/64, Racecourse 3 10/70 d Swan Hill 3 2/60.
Division 4 – Murray Downs 5 10/68 d Racecourse 5 0/25, Lake Boga 3 8/50 d Nyah District 2 2/32, Moulamein 2 v Manangatang 2 – match postponed.
Fixture – Weekend Pennant round 8, Saturday, December 3
Division 1 – Lake Boga 1 v Murray Downs 1, Racecourse 1 v Nyah District 1, Moulamein 1 v Swan Hill 1 (will share the points because of flooding at Moulamein)
Division 2 – Balranald Ex. Services 1 v Swan Hill 2, Murray Downs 2 v Manangatang 1, Racecourse 2 v Murray Downs 3.
Division 3 – Tooleybuc 1 v Swan Hill 3, Lake Boga 3 v Racecourse 4, Racecourse 3 v Murray Downs 4.
Division 4 – Lake Boga 3 v Racecourse 5, Manangatang 2 v Murray Downs 5, Moulamein v Nyah District 2 (will share the points because of flooding at Moulamein)
Results – Midweek Pennant round 7, Saturday, November 29
Division 1 – Racecourse 1 10/47 d Racecourse 1 0/42, Murray Down 2 10/61 d Lake Boga 0/41, Murray Downs 1 10/60 d Swan Hill 1 0/38.
Division 2 – Murray Downs 3 10/66 d Balranald Ex. Services 0/33, Murray Downs 4 10/78 d Murray Downs 5 0/34, Nyah District 1 9/45 d Tooleybuc 1 1/42, Racecourse 3 10/50 d Swan Hill 2 0/43, Lake Boga 2 10/47 d Manangatang 1 0/36.
Fixture – Midweek Pennant round 8, Tuesday, December 6
Division 1 – Murray Downs 1 v Racecourse 2, Swan Hill 1 v Murray Downs 2, Racecourse 1 v Lake Boga 1.
Division 2 – Murray Downs 5 v Manangatang 1, Swan Hill 2 v Murray Downs 4, Lake Boga 2 v Tooleybuc 1, Racecourse 3 v Murray Downs 3, Nyah District 1 v Balranald 1.
LADDERS
Weekend Pennant round 7
Division 1
Murray Downs 1 – 68
Lake Boga 1 – 52
Racecourse 1 – 49
Swan Hill 1 – 38
Moulamein 1 – 28
Nyah District 1 – 5
Division 2
Murray Downs 2 – 69
Murray Downs 3 – 58
Racecourse 2 – 46
Balranald Ex Services 1 – 32
Manangatang 1 – 24
Swan Hill 2 – 24
Division 3
Racecourse 3 – 77
Racecourse 4 – 50
Lake Boga 2 – 46
Murray Downs 4 – 46
Tooleybuc 1 – 29
Swan Hill 3 – 2
Division 4
Moulamein 2 – 53
Lake Boga 3 – 34
Manangatang 2 – 28
Nyah District 2 – 25
Murray Downs 5 – 22
Racecourse 5 – 17
Ladders – Midweek Pennant round 7
Division 1
Murray Downs 2 – 51
Murray Downs 1 – 77
Racecourse 2 – 47
Racecourse 1 – 41
Swan Hill 1 – 15
Lake Boga 1 – 9
Division 2
Racecourse 3 – 61
Murray Downs 3 – 58
Murray Downs 4 – 51
Nyah District 1 – 36
Balranald Ex Services 1 – 32
Murray Downs 5 – 27
Swan Hill 2 – 23
Tooleybuc 1 – 21
Lake Boga 2 – 21
Manangatang 1 – 20
