Wentworth Bowling Club’s Victrix Ladorum crowned
Dawn Spack joined the Wentworth Bowling Club last year and has been striving out on the green.
WENTWORTH Bowling Club’s (WBC) Dawn Spack, 73, was recently honoured as the club’s Victrix Ladorum for the season.
She won all her club competitions for the year earning her an impressive score of 11 points and the coveted title.
“I was flabbergasted and proud when I heard the official announcement,” said an emotional Spack.
The Bluff resident also coaches the developmental bowls held every Wednesday at the club for beginners as well as those looking to master the bias.
“I enjoy coaching very much. I want to make everybody good bowlers, both young and old.”
She joined the club last year and felt right at home.
“I was with another bowling club before. My husband enjoyed playing at WBC so much that I ended up moving this side. It’s been very nice, the people are lovely, friendly and welcoming. I feel part of the family.
“We used to own the Bluff pet shop and doggy parlour and wanted something fun to do on weekends and that is how we find ourselves playing bowls. I’m sorry I didn’t start years ago because it is such a beautiful game out in the fresh air and get to meet new people. I fell in love with bowls and enjoy playing at different clubs. I could play every single day and every game is a challenge. Some days are amazing and others are frustrating but we just keep going and try our best” said Spack who has been playing for eight years.
Her team won first prize at the Pam Golding Ladies 4s last year in Amanzimtoti.
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Spack plays both competitively and socially, entering every tournament in her midst.
“When I play a game, I really put my heart into it no matter who I play with because I’m a lover of the game. The main thing when playing bowls is to always be polite, friendly and follow etiquette, that’s what makes it enjoyable. I believe bowls is a great way to get out and be active or just mingle at the club and just enjoy yourself. I’ll keep playing for as long as God allows me to,” said Spack who thanks to the WBC family for all their support.
Developmental bowls are held at the WBC every Wednesday from 14:00.
