Over 55s at home to Clevedon Prom,13th Aug
What a great result!
I said last week how difficult it was to predict the outcome of bowls matches, after a disappointing result against Ashcombe to then play the second in the league and win so comfortably.
I am happy to announce that Phil Villis and his team have rink of the week, by winning by 15 shots; he has put together some good results over the summer.
We won on four rinks, drew on another, and went down on one rink by only five shots.
The scores are as follows: Banwell 107 shots, Clevedon Prom, 81 shots giving us a win of 26 shots, points were 17 Banwell, Clevedon 3.
There were a lot of changes made this week because of ill health and family commitments, so thanks to all of you who stood in at the last moment. Indeed, my thanks to all who played.
Allan Shattock
Ladies' triples day at West Backwell, 13th Aug
The Banwell Babes and Belles had an pleasant trip to West Backwell last week, meeting up with familiar faces at the final triples day of the season.
We very much enjoyed the bowling, although the Belles lost all 4 games. We didn't even win the raffle! The Babes were following the same path, but they recovered for the final match and won 8-6.
Congratulations to our friends Pam Gibbons and Pauline Mabbutt, who played so well they won the tournament!
Thanks to all the Banwell ladies who took part in the triples days this year.
Kim Wright
A team away at Portishead RBL, 17th Aug
A very rare loss on all 3 rinks on a very difficult rink.
I Don't have the cards so no breakdown.
B Team at home to Portishead, 17th Aug
Against the promotion favourites, we saw a win on Alan Vickery's rink by 5 shots. We had a loss on Mike N's rink by the same margin, but playing a very powerful rink meant Harry could not tip the win in our favour.
2 points this week.
Mixed Friendly at home to Yatton, 18th Aug
A shout out to Alan Vickery's grandson Mr H Biddlecombe, playing in a match for the very first time. The opposition captain, Pat, even mentioned him in dispatches.
Well done lad! More next season please.
We won on two rinks and lost on two. The final score was a narrow loss, 66-68 and was played in good spirits and nice weather.
What more could you ask for?
Mike Nickson
The umbrella competition, week 14, 19th Aug
Firstly, a reminder next week is the final week of the competition, and is a Fancy Dress evening with Fish and Chips, or alternative on request.
The penultimate umbrella was on a wet and dark evening, and saw two hardy sets of players playing on two rinks. There was a big win for Wayne Butcher, Martin Brand and Kim Wright versus a strong combination of Martina, Angela and Jan Davies. Kim Wright in this team now leads the way, pipping Dave Allen at the top.
The other rink saw a 3 v 2 with Bob Grant and Doreen beating Dave W, Dave and Janice Grant 14 - 12.
There is still all to play for. Next week the leaders will be kept apart.
Click here to see this week's table.
Mike Nickson
In other news....
NSBA FINALS DAY 2024 INFORMATION
The final of the NSBA Competitions for 2024 will take place at West Backwell Bowling Club
on Sunday 25th August 2024.
Our match starts at 2.30 pm, and is the Knock Out Cup - Clevedon BC v Banwell BC
There will be light refreshments available for the players after each competition.
If you have been selected for our final, please make sure that you are aware of the arrangements and that you arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start.
Our club dress code should be observed for playing, and players are requested to ensure that their woods bear their club stickers.
Club members are invited to watch, as I am sure players will appreciate an audience.
Don't forget the coffee morning in aid of Freewheelers this coming Saturday, 24th August, 10.00 til 14.00 at the club.
There will be cake, a raffle, whisky draw and target bowls. The green will also be open with coaching for current and prospective members.
A couple of volunteers from the charity will be there with one of the bikes they use, so please come along and support this essential service.
Please make cake and bring raffle prizes if you can.
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