ROUND nine on Saturday saw the halfway mark of the RVBA pennant season and finds Cranbourne RSL Bowling Club on top of the ladder in division three, while the division five side is poised to climb into finals’ contention.
@BT Sub Sport News:DIVISION THREE
Cheltenham was never in the division-one game as the RSL team emerged victorious by 50 shots in another good, all-round team performance.
This week’s clash against second-placed Bentleigh is Cranbourne RSL’s next big challenge.
The Drummonds (Neil and Ryan) led the way with huge wins.
Scores: Cranbourne RSL 123 d Cheltenham 73.
Neil Drummond’s team 39-9; Ryan Drummond’s team 34-14; Mal Watkinson’s team 22-28; Greg Dore’s team 28-22.
Coaches’ award: Ryan Drummond (three votes), Neil Drummond (two), Billy Bradbury (one).
@BT Sub Sport News:DIVISION FIVE
The RSL recorded a 29-shot triumph at home against Heathmont to move within striking distance of finals’ contention.
This week’s rematch with Narre Warren should be extremely competitive.
Scores: Cranbourne RSL 120 d Heathmont 91.
Doug Ambrose’s team 34-23; Gary Lacey’s team 34-18; Barry Jones’ team 26-20; Bill Frost’s team 25-30.
Coaches’ award: Doug Ambrose (three), Geoff Wheatly (two), Jack Hosie (one).
@BT Sub Sport News:LADIES
The RSL ladies RLBA pennant team continued the winning feeling around the club with a 34-shot win against Berwick to also climb the ladder.
The team will again be in the mix to play finals if it continues its good form.
Esmay May’s rink 25-23; Sandra Bright’s rink 27-13; Ietje Matt’s rink 23-25; Helena Rogers’ rink 35-15.
