NARRE WARREN BOWLS
It was a week of high energy and anticipation at the Panther-dome with five teams competing in grand finals.
Narre Warren 1 played Cranbourne on Saturday and what a game it was.
At one stage the Panthers were trailing by 25 shots and things weren’t looking to bright.
However, a massive fightback was taking place and after the mandatory 84 ends had been completed the scores were even at 75 each!
This necessitated an extra end to be played by each of the four rinks and unfortunately Narre Warren was outscored by two shots so the winners on the day were Cranbourne, 78-76.
This was an epic match and the best rink for Narre Warren was skipped by Colin Groom.
Colin’s rink lost five shots on the first end and another five shots several ends later, but in an amazing recovery they won 12 of the last 13 ends to end with a seven-shot victory.
Our other teams playing in grand finals all suffered losses but did manage to secure promotions to higher Divisions for next season.
On Tuesday Division 3 played in a grand final against Dandenong after having beaten the same team the previous week 69-34.
Playing at a neutral venue this week, this mighty combination overpowered the same Dandenong side 75-31 in an outstanding display of precision bowling in difficult conditions.
The Narre Warren side has gained promotion to Division 2 next season and is playing again on Thursday, in the competition for all Division 3 winners to decide who will be the ultimate champions.
Narre Warren Bowls Club has now completed one of its most successful Pennant seasons in its 36-year existence.
We fielded a record number of teams and players this season and had 10 of our 11 teams play finals. With major renovations to the clubhouse nearing completion, and strong growth in new memberships, we expect to increase the number of pennant teams next season and will be looking for bowlers who wish to be part of one of the most progressive clubs in Victoria.
With a roof over two greens, two top quality synthetic greens, and the best scoreboard system available, we have the complete package to cater for all our existing members and those who would like to join.
New membership enquiries are welcome: ask about our special first-year rate which includes a full uniform.
Phone 0403 322 775 for more details…GO PANTHERS!
SATURDAY GRAND FINALS
Side 1: (Div 2 Sect 8) lost to Cranbourne 76-78
Best rink: Eric Sydenham; Keith Fox; Colin Blyth and Colin Groom: +7
Side 3: (Div 5 Sect 7) lost to Glen Waverley 72-80
Best rink: Peter Groom; Steven Roy; Lorraine Marsden and Norm Hosmer: +12
Side 4: (Div 5 Sect 8) lost to Churchill Waverley Golf 70-74
Best rink: Tom Wright; Brian Exton; Mark Groom and David Anderton: +17
Side 5: (Div 6 Sect 8) lost to Pakenham 61-96
Best rinks: Kery Cadman; Mitch McCauley; Tom O’Loughlin and Robert Beare: Darren Thompson; David Entwistle; Stella Ellis and Gary Wilson: -1.
Tuesday Midweek Grand Final
Side 2: (Div 3 Sect 8) defeated Dandenong Club 75-31
Best rink: Joe Selfridge; James Stewart; Gary Farrington and James Millar: +23
