EUROA BOWLS CLUB By GREG BLATCHFORD THE bowling season for 20254/25 officially opened on Saturday in what could only be described as winter like conditions however this did not deter our bowlers with forty-two participating in an enjoyable afternoon comprising three games of six end two bowl pairs and a magnificent afternoon tea. President Richard Noble welcomed all and introduced our guests for the day in Marcus Mackrell from BD Northeast Electrics, Baeden and Jill Douglas from Douglas Builders and Grace Kenworthy Goulburn Valley Bowls Division President. Grace said a few words on behalf of the GVBD, Marcus delivered the first jack and Baeden sent down the opening bowl. There wasn’t a three-game winner – four sides finished with two wins and a draw – so winners were drawn by lot, and I am pretty sure that the lucky bowlers were Don Steers, Ross Withers and President Grace. Sandra Cocking was again on hand with her raffle Sam Barkly scored the meat tray with Barry Hatchman and Mart Steen securing the chocolates. Bill Sargood has put together a video highlighting past members and past events that form part of our club history, and this was played on the big screen during the afternoon. This trip down memory lane was enjoyed by all and we thank Bill on the excellent job done. Members may have also noted a new clock above the bar area which also looks fantastic. James Dunn donated the clock so please pass on your thanks the next time you catch up with him. Last Wednesday 24 bowlers participated in Social Bowls in what were much more pleasant conditions. We had two three came winners, with the outstanding performance came from the dream team of Bill Sargood, John Edward Groat and Tony Tomson wo finished on plus 17. It was great to see Tony back on the green on a day that also saw David Lewellyn return to the fold. Former member Wayne Tiller was in the district and joined us for the day and we also welcomed a new bowler in Jeremy Boruch. It looks like we will also have some more new members to welcome in the coming weeks which is a real positive for our club. A reminder that member subs are now due and payable and can be paid by way of EFT to the club Bank Account, over the counter at the GMCU or directly at the club. Numbers are filling fast in the Nifty 50 for this year so get in quick for your chance to win. The board has decided to house the mat and jack trolley in the shed used to house the bar whilst the clubrooms were being renovated following the 2022 flood. There is a box that contains the items needed for bowlers to practice at any time but if you would like to access the gear on the trolley please contact Lotti’s Dad, as Lotti has generously donated the means by which this can be achieved. 😊 All the best and bowl well. VIOLET TOWN BOWLS CLUB LEANNE RUSSELL-JONES ON Sunday September 8 we invited new and second year bowlers to come along to learn a bit about bowls without the distraction of others on the green. One of the aims is to ensure that certain matters of etiquette are introduced at an early stage. On September 15 we held our Opening Day, where the Club Champions Leanne Russell-Jones and Harry Daley rolled the Jack and the first bowl respectively. While the wind was bitterly cold the sun was out, and the green was fast, credit to our Greenkeeper David Underwood, with a small amount of help from others. After a game of bowls on two rinks involving eight or nine of us, we enjoyed afternoon tea and camaraderie in the warmth of the club rooms. Next Sunday we will have barefoot bowls, weather permitting, and the following Sunday September 29 we will conduct training with bowling drills to build confidence and skills. Sadly, we are losing the Daleys who are returning to Moira Bowls Club, closer to their home in Benalla. If anyone is keen to play on Tuesdays and not already on our list, please contact Graham Crawford on 0492 956 463.
