In a nail biter of a minor pairs final Ian Simpson and Brian Sticks Hampton just scraped it in against Geoff Smith and John Wright, now into the final against Mick Valentine and Marty Tighe. Left to right; Ian Simpson, Brian Hampton, Geoff Smith and John Wright.
The Horses’ Birthday was greeted by 28 social bowlers on the 1st day of the last month of winter, last Thursday.
The triples game featured Ron Hornery, Ian Simpson and Mike Valentine against Noel Johnstone, Bob Freeman and Marty Tighe, which ended up like a practice session for team Valentine. Mike, Ian and Ron were too strong for their opponents, winning by 30 shots to 8.
Mark Glasheen drew the lucky straw, partnering with Gary McPhee to record a win against strong opponents in our visitor, Maureen Brown, and John Wright. From the 6th end, Gary and Mark were not headed, although they withstood several challenges from John and Maureen who bowled well to draw level on the 16th end. Gary and Mark consolidated on the next end, and drew away to win the game by 21 shots to 15.