Firstly, before we begin with this week's report can we all wish Mike Turnbull a speedy return to the fold.
Wishing you well Mr T.
Turnbull Cup, round 3 away to Congresbury, 2nd July
The week started with a difficult away match in the Turnbull Cup to Congresbury. Despite this, Banwell delivered a great performance to win on 2 rinks skipped by John Wright and Rob Saddler, and lose the other 2. Scores were tied at 64 apiece.
It was Alan Vickery who produced the moment of magic to win the extra end with his last wood. Onwards to the next round!
Parrott shield away to Winscombe, 3rd July
A debut for Bob Grant in the shield, and a win to boot as Captain Chris Wilson won his rink 23-10. it was a big win for skip Phil Villis' team 32-13, and a hard fought win by Skip John Wright's team 19-16. The other two rinks went down by a collective 29 shots. However, this still gave us a lead of 6 shots to take back to our place.
Friendly at home to Ashtead (touring side), 4th July
The team from Ashstead, which is located near Epsom in Surrey, finished their tour at our home. Three mixed triples were played out with Banwell taking the spoils in a closely scored match 52-48.
Mike, Nickson
'A' team at home to Yatton, 6th July
An early start was organised. so that everyone could get back for the England game; it was a 1pm start at home.
It wasn't a brilliant day bowls-wise though, as two rinks skipped by Mal Laycock and John Wright went down by five and six, whilst Hilary Guckian was the only scorer on the day, skipping against old Banwell member Graham Millard in a 24-24 draw.
The overall score was 1-11. At least England won the football....
John Wright
B team away to Winscombe, 6th July
A match debut for new member Richard King and another outing for Bob Grant saw them both win their rinks skipped by Mike Bass and Mac Kirby respectively. The other went down but the work had been done already resulting in a 62-54 win and another 10 points.
The umbrella competition, week 9, 8th July
On to the brave 13 (it would have been 14 but Dave Williams was stolen after Mike Amos went a-wandering).
I say brave because the forecast delivered what had been predicted as non-stop rain all through the evening - soaking everyone. Some liked it so much, they played an extra end.
A hardy lot this bunch.
Dave Allen leads the way, still being chased by the ladies! Click here to view the latest table.
Mike Nickson
And, in other news..
A good time was had by all at Saturday's bingo night. See here for the story
The club now has wireless internet access!
For those going on the Spain tour in September, the cash is paid, the stage is set - if you are going, look out for an email with all the details of our trip!
Further to the recent discussions about a repeat trip to Chepstow, we've now been offered the same deal, for £49 plus vat -
Premier admission ticket
Racecard per person.
Drink on arrival
Table for the day in the View restaurant including afternoon tea
A visit from the Tipster to run everyone through the race card and to give advice on the day’s racing
This seems like a good deal, as a premier ticket with 2 course buffet in the View is £89. We need at least 10 people to get the deal
Look out for a sign-up poster/details soon.
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