By Harry Hunters
THE 56th Scottburgh bowling tournament which was played between 3 and 7 August dominated the bowling scene on the Upper South Coast.
In total 54 men’s teams and 57 women’s teams representing most of the provinces, entered this prestigious competition.
The quality of bowling was exceptional throughout. Both men’s and women’s teams from Winklespruit Bowling Club returned with mixed results but gained a great deal of experience. Congratulations must go to all the bowling clubs who played host during the week’s bowling. Thanks to Steve Evenwel, Sylveigh Ananiadis, Maureen Griffin, Bessie Vergottini and Ellie Cox for preparing the food and assisting in the kitchen. Thanks must also go to Lionel Bruce, Mike and Di Kruger who assisted in the bar. The green keeper, Innocent Ndlovu , must be praised for the excellent playing surface of the green.
The monthly Steve Evenwel mixed 2-4-2 was played on Sunday, 9 August. First session winners were Elaine Critchlow and Brian Bodley. Second session winners were Freddy Hetterscheidt and Sylveigh Ananiadis. Overall winners were the team of Brian Pasfield and Lulu Bingham. The 100 board braw was won by Andre Gelderblom.
Diarise the following: Social bowls on Friday, 14 August at 2pm and Wednesday, 19 August at 1.30pm. Saturday, 15 August – Mills Bomb Shellhole at 8am. No social bowls will be played. Sunday, 16 August – inter-club competitions at 9am. Check the notice board for teams drawn to play. Saturday, 22 August – Inter-club competitions at 9am. Check notice board for teams drawn to play.
Congratulations to everyone who celebrated their anniversaries and birthdays this week. For members who are ill, Winkle BC wishes them a speedy recovery. The club’s thoughts and prayers are with everyone.
