Greenland’s Titans have sealed a sensational season by claiming the South Division B title in the Valencian Championships League (VCL), earning themselves promotion to South Division A next year. Congratulations to the Titans – a brilliant all-round effort and a well-deserved reward for consistent, high-quality play!
In a tense final match against Country Bowls Meerkats, the Titans battled to a 6-6 draw (83-100 on points), just enough to clinch the title. Solid performances helped secure the outcome, with standout wins for Dave Palmer (Men’s Singles, 21-17), Lin Hamersley (Ladies Singles, 21-14), and the trio of Anne Stone, John Palmer, and John O’Brien (Triples, 19-12). Well done, Titans – champions and now heading up to Division A!
Elsewhere, in the South Alicante Summer League (Spitfire Division), Greenland’s Gladiators earned a commanding 12-0 win (97-67) away against Quesada Blenheims. With just one match left, the Gladiators are on course to win the league. Congratulations to all rink winners:
- Sue Bosworth, John Taylor & John O’Brien (20-14)
- Linda & Richard Saunders with Keith Stobbart (21-20)
- Mandy Tompkins, Lin Hamersley & Dave Palmer (14-9)
- Janet Jukes, Carol Stobbart & Dave Morrison (25-9)
- Freddie Willey, Richard Saunders & Mark Jukes (17-11)
In the VCL South Division A, Greenland’s Giants faced a tough away fixture against Country Bowls Foxes. In hot and humid conditions, the match ended in a 6-6 draw (81-83). Despite their efforts, the Giants narrowly missed out on top spot, with congratulations going to Emerald Isle for winning the league. Notable wins came from Carol Stobbart (Ladies Singles, 21-11) and the Triples team of Janet Jukes, Don Fowkes & Andy Miles (24-10).
Finally, in the 2 Bowl Summer League, Greenland’s Goannas delivered a dominant 12-0 win (104-64) at Quesada, while the Dragons drew 6-6 (90-81) in a close home game against Country Bowls Eagles.
Great bowling from all Greenland teams – keep it going!
– Richard Willey (Freddie)
