Connolly Pairs Competition
There were 20 entrants for the first ladies competition of the year, the Connolly Pairs, on a bitterly cold, but thankfully, dry day.
The draw produced some good pairings and the matches didn't disappoint.
The semi-finals were good to watch and keenly fought, with Denise Stocks and Sandra Cooper beating Pam Shaw and Janis Wright whilst Mary Barmby and Ann Martin beat their opponents, Janet Sylvester and Kath Webster.
It was Denise's first competition and Mary's recent return to bowling after ill-health, so well done to them both, who along with their respective partners, played well throughout.
Mary and Ann proved the eventual winners but both teams gave the supporters a good final to watch.
Well done to them and to everyone who took part.
Recently the club welcomed Oliver Thompson who although originating from Huddersfield is now based in the British Overseas Territory of 'The Falkland Islands'. He is here staying locally with family on route to Guernsey for The World Bowls Indoor Championships. Oliver worked here in the media and has a similar job now in his adopted home.
There are 30 countries competing and Oliver has been chosen to represent The Falkland Islands at the tournament. It is being held from April 21st to 27th 2024.
For the second consecutive year he contacted Halifax Bowling Club in order to have some practice games prior to the competition. We were happy to help and wish him all the best.
Greens Opening:
The Greens opening day held on Saturday the 30th March proved to be very successful. The day started with bacon butties and a hot drink with a nip of rum (optional). The greens were officially opened by Ray Clegg - Club President, who bowled the first Jack of the season followed by two bowls in the "Nearest to the Jack Competition"
The weather "surprisingly" stayed dry and there were plenty of attempts to get nearest to to the Jack with the eventual winners being Bill Clelland & Lynda Canning. With the weather continuing to stay fine, many members were able to practice.