Finally, after a slight pause, the summer leagues have started and at least the weather has warmed up, so fingers crossed we can put away some of the winter layers and get out the sun cream.
Valencian Championship League Wednesday 5th
DIV A. Falcons, got off to a flying start; after an incredibly close fought match to the last shot, away v Emerald Isle Dukes, taking 9 points -3, shots 88-81. Well done to winners: Singles – Kath Reid 21-20, and Scott Malden 21-12. Triples – Trish Reilly, Sandra Burrows, John Smyth 14-14. Rinks – Chris Jackson, Bill Webb, Caroline Smyth, Pat Reilly 18-13.
DIV B. Hawks, had some close battles but unfortunately they were brought down by Country Bowls Foxes, points 2-10, shots 73-101, Winners: Rinks – Ray Watmough, Terry Baylis, Cas Blay, Stewart Hamill 23-17.
LLB South Alicante league Friday 7th
SPITFIRE Div. The Wellingtons were away v San Miguel Moors and had a real nip and tuck morning with both teams having some excellent close heads, although they didn’t necessarily last! Finishing with points 6-6, and shots, also very close, 83-86. Winning on 3 rinks: Chris Jackson, Vic Mahomet, Dave Webb 20-18, Bill Webb, Caroline Smyth, Scott Malden 25-10, Giuseppe Galelli, June& Keith Jones 18-14.
HARRIER Div. our Hercules team at home v Country Bowls Bluebirds worked hard against some strong players for 4 points-8, 71 shots – 89. Winners: Sue Kenyon, Jane Hamill, Ian Kenyon 26-13, Ray Watmough, Bob Bromley, John Dowell 15-12.
Next week our club Champions will be taking part in the Champion of Champions Tournament, we wish all our competitors the very best of luck in all their matches, and may the magic be with you.
Sheila Cammack