Latest Bowls News: June 2, 2017

Published on: 2 Jun, 2017
Updated on: 2 Jun, 2017

Castle Green Bowling Club

Brian West has been presented with the highest award a bowler can get for his 30 years of loyal membership at Castle Green.

Brian West is presented with his award for being a member of Castle Green Bolwing Club for 30 years.

The surprise on his face was amazing when the president of Surrey Bowling Club, Derek Harvey, presented Brian with his certificate and flashers for his blazer.

The Mayor of Guildford, Nigel Manning and the Mayoress, Marsha Moseley, were present and presented winning medals that were won by the “Westies”.

Monies raised from the day will go to the Guildford Challenges.

Brian West with his two sons and grandson.

Brian enjoyed seeing his two sons, Gary and Spencer, and grandson Lewis step on the green to play with him again.

Match reports Colin Summerhayes

On Tuesday, May 16, Castle Green Bowling Club’s team in the Guildford-Woking Senior Men’s League, had a close game away against Burpham, losing by 7 shots 32-39.

It was a tight game, with Castle Green winning on one rink and losing on the other.

Individual rink results:
Rob Williams (skip), John Reeves, Lawrie Briggs: 9 – 23
Colin Summerhayes (skip), Paul Plummer, Brian West: 23 – 16

On Sunday, May 21, Castle Green played Brockham in a Friendly at home, and managed a win by 9 shots overall (76-67).

It was a lovely day to be on the green. Warm and sunny with little or no breeze, and the band playing.

Individual team results:
Colin Summerhayes (skip), Shirley West, Dennis Hirst-Marsden/Diana Summerhayes: 19-12
Jill Bird (skip), John Phillips, Sue Secrett: 22-17
Hazel Tappenden (skip), Lawrie Briggs, Julie Hinde: 20-14
Paul Plummer (skip), Brian West, Nick Hinde: 15-24, staging a late comeback.

On Tuesday, May 23, Castle Green’s Senior Mens team beat Stoke Park B away by just 2 shots (37-35).

Individual team results:
C Summerhayes (skip), P Plummer, J Phillips: 16-21
R Williams (skip), B West, L Briggs: 21-14.

On Wednesday, May 24, Castle Green lost in a Friendly at home to Puttenham &
Wanborough by 7 points (41-48).

Individual team results:
Shirley West (skip), Mary Redgwell, David Turnbull: 15-13
Jill Bird (skip), Lawrie Briggs, Monica Turnbull: 15-19
Derek Redgwell (skip), Brian West, Tim Sampson: 11-16

Merrow Village Bowls Club

By David Raison

On Saturday, May 27, Merrow welcomed Burpham to their green. Four rinks of triples were played in mostly sunny conditions.

Merrow vreses Burpham.

There was a keen sense of anticipation on the part of Merrow, who were looking forward to a competitive fixture. The result saw Merrow win on all four rinks, beating Burpham by a grand total of 26 points, a result that far outweighed our expectations.

Teas were provided by Joan Mead, with everyone commenting on her tasty home-made cake, which was enjoyed sitting in the sunshine.

Merrow’s next fixture with Burpham is on August 26 at their ground, when we hope for another successful day.

Merrow Bowls Club is holding a free open day on Sunday, July 2.

The club is holding an open day on Sunday, July 2, from 2pm to 4pm. Its green is behind Merrow Village Hall, 177 Epsom Road, Guildford GU1 2QY.

Come along and see for yourself how much fun you can have while enjoying the open air. Just bring some flat shoes or trainers and we’ll provide bowls and coaching. A bar and refreshments will be available on the day.

We have club nights on Tuesday and Thursday when you will always be welcome.

We are part of Merrow Village Club and membership includes access to all the club facilities.