Mid-Week Pennant resumed on Tuesday following the Christmas break. In Round 11, the A1s were in action at home against Corowa Civic. The A2s also hosted Wodonga, while the B2s travelled to neighbouring club Mulwala. We will report on the results from Round 11 next week.
The first round of Weekend Pennant, scheduled for Saturday 17 January, was cancelled. This decision was appropriate given the logistical challenges posed by the devastating bushfires affecting Northeast Victoria and the fact that many in the region have other priorities at this time.
In place of pennant, an intra-club practice session was held at the Golf Club. All green fees, totalling $510, were donated to the bushfire appeal. With the cancellation of pennant, all sides shared the points for the round.
Round 12 this week is uncertain, with a forecast top temperature of 39°C on Saturday. Games may again be cancelled. The scheduled fixtures are:
A1s – away at Rutherglen
A3s – home vs Beechworth at the Golf Club
B1s – away at Mulwala
B2s – away at Wangaratta
Thursday Social Bowls
Social bowls resumed on Thursday 15 January following the Christmas break, after being postponed the previous week due to extreme heat. A turnout of 32 players was a strong showing for the first session after the holidays.
Prize winners were:
•1st Prize ($100 + drink card each): Vicki and Col Withers
•2nd Prize ($60 shared): Doug Wheeler and Trevor Kilpatrick
•Lucky Losing Rink ($40 shared): Chris Horne and Karen Bianco
•Lucky Number 1 ($20): Les Balfour
•Lucky Number 2 ($10): Ron Lamson
During warmer weather, Thursday Social bowls begin at 10:30 am. To ensure a game, please place your team’s names on the list at the Bowls Office early in the week. Single entries and visitors are welcome.
Ovens & Murray Singles at YMGCR
YMGCR recently hosted the Ovens & Murray Regional Singles on Sunday. Club members who represented the Golf Club with distinction included Hayden Beca, who achieved a thrilling one-shot victory over noted Yarrawonga and O&M stalwart Garry Sanders. This was a particularly impressive win, as it is Hayden’s first-year playing bowls.
Ian Brimblecombe also performed strongly, winning his sectional rounds and progressing to the next stage of the tournament.
Until next week, good bowling!
Club Mulwala Bowls
Welcome back everybody after the mid-season break and I hope you all enjoyed the time off.
Unfortunately, the return was delayed due to impact of the bushfires on some of our communities. Saturday pennant was called off midweek so here at Club Mulwala we had a good turn up to a intra club practice game.
At the moment Tuesday pennant is being played due to the fires abating which is good news.
Over the break our singles finalists have been decided with the men’s, Andy Lefevre vs Les Spencer and ladies, Kay Smith vs Bev Hulm to be played shortly.
The Mixed Pairs have begun after good entries. Wednesday night Twilight Bowls have begun with Club members, new bowlers and barefoot bowlers wishing to learn more about the game all invited.
Meet time is 6pm for a 6.30 start.
Barefoot bowls has been going great guns with many visitors taking up the opportunity to have a fun night out.
Those wishing to take up the game and become a member of a fun club the yearly fee of $100 with free club shirt is still available. Stay safe out there and stay cool in the heat.
Tungamah Bowls Club
Thursday 22 January – Club Pairs Championship Begins
The Club Pairs Championship commences on Thursday, 22 January. All players should have received a text from Mal with details of their partner and opponent. Please follow the instructions and bowl East–West.
Our green has recently reopened, and President Muz has asked that we respect the work and effort put in over the Christmas period to maintain the excellent surface we now have. He also thanked the many players who attended the working bee.
A great deal was achieved, including trimming bushes, spreading mulch, mowing the grass, storing decorations, and general tidy-up.
Sunday 25 January – Triples Tournament & Club Party
The Triples Tournament begins at 10:00 am on Sunday, 25 January. This event is fully booked with visiting teams.
Following the tournament, the Club will host the belated Christmas/New Year party.
There will be five magnificent hampers and plenty of prizes to be won. Music, food, and plenty of social interaction are promised. Come down and join in!
Major Raffle
The Major Raffle is continuing strongly. For just $20, you could win:
•A trip for two to Noosa, including $1,000 spending money
•Six tickets to a Melbourne Storm game at AAMI Park (with extras)
•Third prize: Stihl chainsaw, carry case, and esky
Tickets are available from players, the Tungamah Store, the Hotel, Smoko Shed, or Best Fit Windscreens. We sincerely appreciate the support of these local businesses.
Bowls update
Bowls were cancelled on Saturday due to the bushfires affecting the Ovens and Murray Association bowling area. Tungamah players held a scratch match instead, which proved challenging and great fun.
Winners: Allan Ralph and Kytrina Savige.
Runners-up: David “Cricket” Haebich and Club President Muz O’Halloran.
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