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Held at Fox Lane in November, our AGM was well attended as usual. Many thanks to all those who contributed.
New President
A warm welcome to our new president Miss Pat Hull. Pat, who is from Rochdale, is currently a member of Thistlyfield B C in Milnrow and formerly of Chesham Park B C. She served as secretary of Rochdale Ladies Leagues for twenty years and is also President of Rochdale Federation Affiliate.
Champion of Champions
Fylde Borough Council have decided to close two of the Greens this year in the Marine Gardens and the other two next year. The Champion of Champions will now be played at Todmorden Park on the 26th September.
National League
Once again all too soon the National League has come to an end. Congatulations to Mid Chehire A on winning the first Div with Doncaster runners up. Div 2 winners were Cannock with Ormskirk in 2nd place. Div 3 Rochdale A continue their push for top Div. Bolton stage late rally to finish 2nd. Div 4 went to the final game of the match between Bury and Mid Cheshire B, Bury winning the Div by just 2 pts. Div 5 Fylde A took the honours with Worth Valley runners up. Div 6 Swadlincote have been impressive Sth Lakes runners up.
Junior / Youth Leagues
The Final rounds of the Junior /Youth Leagues took place on Sunday 5th July. Unfortunately Fylde were unable to fulfill their fixtures. The Junior section was won by Furness wih 55 points. A close run thing for second place between Leeds and Warrington with 53 points each. The Youth section was won by Leeds with 48 points and an average of 8.00. Second were Heavy Woollen with 43 points and an average of 5.73. Once again thanks to Ken Howarth and the Youth and Junior managers.
Team Knockout
This event is to be played in the Yorkshire area on the 12th September. The Competition is full with the following teams entered; Nth Yorkshire, Doncaster, Doncaster A , Doncaster B, Rochdale , Mid Cheshire A , Mid Cheshire B , Bury,Ormskirk , Leeds , Leeds A, Calderdale, Rossendale, Bolton , Bolton A, Middleton, Reserve Middleton A.
Over 60's Supreme Championship
Played at Bare Village Morecambe, Fylde, Leeds, Cannock and Preston played off in a round robin. After their three games Fylde were the Victors with 23 pts, Preston second with 16 pts, Cannock 15 pts and Leeds 6 pts.
Over 60's Pairs Fox Lane
Attracted 22 pairs and again proved to be a success. John Mort and Derek Allen Bolton beat R Taylor and A Hayes Preston 21-9 in the Final. In the semi final they beat Dave Clarke and Mick Boyd Doncaster 21-11. In the other semi final Taylor and Hayes beat Connie Mason and Alan Price from Sth Lancs 21-15.
Ladies Merit
Due to unforseen circumstances the Ladies Merit has been postponed until later in the Year. Details will be published as soon as they are available.
Over 60's Merit
Played at the superb venue of Owley Wood, Weaverham, this event was again well supported. In the Quarter finals John Haslam Bolton beat Eric Cullingworth, Doncaster 21-11. Jim Bancroft, Sth Derbyshire beat Alan Wolfe, Ormskirk 21-19. John Mort, Bolton beat Alec Birtwistle, Bury 21-06 and Alf Preece, Cannock beat Dave Clarke, Doncaster 21-18. Semi Finals - John Mort beat Alf Preece 21-16 and John Haslam beat Jim Bancroft 21-17. In the all Bolton final John Mort beat John Haslam 21-19.
Junior / Youth Merit
Once again Hosted by East Lancs at Roe Lee Park Blackburn Everyone enjoyed a great days bowling. The Junior Section was played as a Round Robin and was eventually won by KIeran Clark from Furness who beat Matthew Gill 21-14. The intermediate section was playedas a straight K O and was won by Danny Parkinson from East Lancs who beat Dean Butler also from East Lancs 21-20. The Youth Merit also played as a Round Robin was won by Connor Sharples from Furness who beat John Lightfoot from Mid Cheshire 21-20.
Individual Merit
Due to the current financial situation U K Police have had their funding withdrawn and therefore will not be able to to provide their support of twelve entries this year. It has been decided to make the event an OPEN competition to the first 64 players @ £10.00. Entries to me as soon as possible. This will be played on Sunday 19th September at Fleetwood Bowling Club. Please assist by advertising this competition at as many Bowling Clubs as possible in your areas.
Federation v Civil Service
Played at the Grange Bowling Club Warrington another brilliant day courtesy of the Civil Service. After eight years it is now 4 wins each. The match was a close call and resulted in the Civil Service winning by 14 chalks. Full results in the results section. Many thanks to Alan Eddie and his team for their hospitality again. Just one complaint not enough trifle - Ha Ha. Next year the game will be played at Nth Chadderton.
Federation v Civil Service Ladies
Played at Comberbach Bowling Club produced a cracking game with the Civil Service winning the match by three points 208 -205. Despite a bad resulti in the first game the Federation fought back but not enough to win in the end. Many thanks to Chris Ellis and Jackie Butterworth.
Contacts
I would be grateful if you would check your contact details and let me know if there are any changes.
Once again any contributions to this site would be appreciated.
Best Regards
David Kay
