Merrow Bowlers Win At Holloway Hill

Published on: 30 Aug, 2020
Updated on: 30 Aug, 2020

Report by David Raison

Wednesday, August 26, found Merrow bowlers making their way to Holloway Hill in Godalming for a friendly of three pairs.

John delivers for Merrow Village Bowls Club against Holloway Hill at Godalming.

We were blessed with a sunny and warm afternoon. Social distancing rules were explained to all before play started, so that we were confident playing our opponents.

Jarek monitors the head.

The match started well for Merrow, with each rink gaining an early advantage. However, our hosts soon found their feet and, on two rinks, started to come back strongly.

David delivers a bowl.

A most enjoyable afternoon resulted in a win for Merrow 55-43.

John looks on.

Our top rink was David and Debbie Ewins, with a great score of 26-11.

Pru gets close for Holloway Hill.

Our other rinks had mixed fortunes, with John and Jarek losing 15-19 after a tough match, and Mark and David R waiting until the last end to win 14-13.

Well done to all who played.