Howick Bowling Club came across on Wednesday to play against Hilton in the annual contest between our clubs. The weather was perfect, and the match was played in the true spirit of bowls. After twenty ends on seven rinks, Howick pipped Hilton by just two shots. Well done, neighbours, but watch out next year! Special mention must be made of the Hilton team of George Oldham, Jill Bannatyne, Gill Robertson and Anton Leisegang which contributed more than 25% of Hilton's total. One lesson from the day was that 56 players cannot be comfortably accommodated in our club house.
Perfect conditions greeted us again on Sunday when we held a Bowls Awareness morning. Ten people who have never played the game before came to see what it's all about. There was much laughter, cheering and downright good fun. A number of the visitors took away application forms while others arranged to do the coaching course. We look forward to seeing many new bowlers on our green soon.
Members are reminded that the green will be closed for spring treatment from 25 September to 15 October. We are planning to hold a social on Friday 11 October. Details to follow.
Duties: 8 – 14 Sept: OOD: Margie Garrard. Tabs: Fred Palmer. Duty team: Dave Garrard. Teas on 14 Sept: John Pattrick & Chris Purchase. Biscuits: 10 & 12 Sept: Pat Gordon & Tom Hartley.
News supplied by Hilton Bowling Club.