Start time was delayed on both Saturday and Sunday to allow the frost to clear off the greens. However, it was great to see both greens full to capacity when play did get underway.

Our Club was well represented and it was great to welcome Bowlers from other clubs in our region from Cowra, Manildra, Condobolin, Grenfell, Forbes and Parkes Railway Club as well as visitors from Hazelbrook, Glenbrook, Yass and Teralba.

Each team played three games on Saturday and two games on Sunday and a different format was used this year to determining the place-getters.

Instead of using number of games won and aggregate shot margins to determine the winners, ten points were awarded for each game won and one point was awarded for each end won. After two great days of Bowls the prize winners were.

Winners overall were:

In addition, six teams who were not in the place-getters were draw "from the hat" and received a prize of $100.

In the absence of Tom Casey (who is enjoying a well-earned holiday in Canada) Mike Went presented the prizes and kindly volunteered Casey Surveying to sponsor the tournament next year - but wait for official confirmation before putting in your nominations.

Our Men's Bowls Club President thanked all those involved for their part in making it a great weekend and I can't name them all individually. However, the Club appreciates the support and hard work of all involved.

The green keepers, the Ladies and Gentlemen who prepared lunches and morning teas on both days, the bar staff who made sure no went dry and in particular Gary McPhee for all his work in organising the Tournament and Graham Barby and his offsider, Ray Jones, for keeping the score board in order.

We are also grateful to our Major Sponson, Casey Surveying and Design, our Co-sponsor Parkes Courier Services and D'Aquinos Liquor Supplies who donated some wine for raffle prizes.

Most importantly we appreciate the support of all the Bowlers who contributed to a most enjoyable weekend and (subject to confirmation) we look forward to seeing you next year.

Club Championships

In the Minor Singles John Watson played against George Boatswain last Tuesday. George started well and lead 6-0 after four ends but John gradually worked his way into the match and drew level (at 18 all) after seventeen ends and went on to score 14 shots on the last seven ends to advance to the next round with a 32-18 win.

In a Minor Pairs match on Thursday, Brian Hampton and Ian Simpson were too strong for Bernie Mitchell and Bob Freeman, winning 25-8.

Social Bowls

Thursday, June 20

Eighteen players turned out for three games of Pairs and one game of Triples. In a close game, Warren Bevan and John Carr scored four shots winning the first two ends but after eleven ends, John Ward and Graham Barby had drawn level at 8 all. It wasn't until the fifteenth end that John and Graham took the lead for the first time, 13 - 12 and just managed to hold on for a 28-20 win after twenty-one ends.

In other matches:

Winners of the lucky Rink were Martin and Bruce but they couldn't bring up the magic No. 7 and the Jackpot is safe for another week.

Saturday, June 22

No Social Bowls on Saturday due to the playing of the Classic Pairs Tournament

Badge Draw: The badge draw was not won last week and will be worth $2200 this week. As usual, it will be drawn on Friday night sometime after 8pm when the raffle is finished.

The Rookie

Semi Finals: It's Final time!! Well done to all the teams who have made it to the semi finals this week, we wish all teams the best of luck to get into the grand final!

During the finals we request teams give respect to the umpires. GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!

Week 14 Results

Mixed:

Ladies:

Tuesday, June 25 Semi Finals Draw

Mixed:

Ladies:

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The winter comp starts this Wednesday with the Warriors coming back. A copy of the draw will be dropped off at venues before games commence.

This Wednesdays draw:

Leah Roberts

After a week off, due to inclement weather, the Parkes Golf Course was the venue for the Veteran Lachlan Valley Championships, played in conjunction with the usual 18 Holes Stableford event.

All associated clubs were represented. The A Grade Scratch Winner was Phil Bishop (80) with Barry Shine (86). runner up.

The B grade winner was Dale Stait (90) followed home by Max Haley (91). C grade was taken out by Harry Rowlings (97), with Rob Lea (99) second.

Ian Phipps (73) was the A grade Handicap winner from Anton Archibald (76). In B grade Ross Smith (72) won from Phil Kimber (76) and in C grade Graham Cooke (72) from Rod Luyt (74).

In the Stableford event, the only lady in the field, Linda Glasgow on 31 points won the A grade from Alf Davies (30). Michael Bond (35) was successful in B grade, with old stager, John Whatmore (32) runner up.

The encouragement award went the Tom Edols. Nearest the pin winners were Anton Archibald, Alan Luff and Phil Bishop.

The Coles/Miller Shield point went the Parkes men (108), second Forbes (94) and third West Wyalong (92). After the game all were treated to a beautifully prepared meal, washed down, by most, with that amber liquid.

This week we stay at Parkes for the renewal of the battle with the old foe, Forbes. All Parkes members are reminded that their AGM takes place on July 11th after the game.

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A grade men: Star Budgies continued on their winning way this season defeating Rovers 5-2. Jacob Townsend was in good form scoring a double with Mitch Townsend, Tim Welsh and Cooper Wakeman also converting.

Aaron Huppatz and Brad Gardiner scored for Rovers. Tobey Thorne and Cooper Wakeman were best for Budgies with Jacob Chambers and Zac Redfern playing well for Rovers. Magpies Black were too strong for Cellars winning 8-1.

Jason Wright scored a hat-trick, Koby Johnstone a double and Will Searl, Josh Kearney and Conor Dwarte all scoring one apiece. Brad Ashton was the lone goal score for Cellars.

Koby Johnstone was best on ground with Conor Dwarte and Jason Wright also strong for Magpies. Kane Macfarlane played well for Cellars.

A grade women: Rovers Gold put in a fine team performance to defeat PHI 8-3 in a high scoring match. PHI held their own in the first half with Megan Hornery keeping her side in the match with some excellent saves.

The second half saw Rovers improve their shot selection and put plenty of goals away. Casey Miles was outstanding scoring four brilliant goals with Merry Unger also sharp in the circle scoring a hat-trick and Louise Hawken scoring one goal.

Abigail Simpson scored twice for PHI with Lyndal Matthews converting a nice penalty corner. Best for Rovers were Casey Miles and Merryn Unger with Megan Hornery and Abigail Simpson playing well for PHI. Magpies got the best of Rovers Black winning 4-0.

Natalie Munday scored twice with Savannah Draper and Sommer Tanswell also converting. Best for Magpies were Peta Fagan, Savannah Draper and Wendy Rix with Gabby Wright, Lee Hodge and Mandy Westcott playing well for Rovers.

B grade men: Magpies Academy defeated Cellars Black 3-0 in a nice team performance. Jason Wright has been in great form in the circle and again made his opportunities count scoring a double. Dave MacGregor also added to the total.

Best for Magpies were Zanda Johnstone, Dave MacGregor and Ryan Dunford with Jack Rice, Jackson Plummer and Zack Gibson playing well for Cellars.

Cellars Aqua defeated Rovers Gorillas 3-1. Brad Ashton scored two goals with Dane Hendry also converting for Cellars.

Mitch McGirr scored for Rovers. Chris Hoy had a fantastic match for Cellars with Reed Cavallaro strong in goals.

Best for Rovers were Jake Logan, Aaron Huppatz and Alexander Chambers. The youngsters in Rovers Gold really stepped up ensuring a 5-1 victory for their side.

Jacob Chambers scored twice with Declan Daley, Hugh Daley and Andrew Daley also converting. Stephen Hay scored for Marist.

Best for Rovers were Hugh Daley, Jacob Chambers, Declan Daley and Andrew Daley. Stephen Hay and Chris Summerhayes both strong for Marist.

Middleton have been in great form this season and once again put on a solid display of hockey winning 6-0. Will Blunt and Jack Buerckner both scored doubles with Barry Reeves and Dave Sherritt also scoring.

Will Blunt was excellent with Barry Reeves and John Welsh both playing well for Middleton. Steven MacGregor, Angus Arndell and Tommy Searl were all strong for Magpies.

B grade women: Magpies White defeated Cellars 4-2. Tiffani Townsend was sharp in the circle scoring twice with Lisa Clarke and Eliza Creith also converting form Magpies.

Goals for Cellars came from Michelle Skinner and Cindy Nutley. Best for Magpies were Chantal Constable and Kate Shambrook.

Molly Orr, Madeline Blackstock and Kylie Blackstock all played well for Cellars. Magpies Academy just edged out Marist 1-0 in a tight match. Lara Bennett scored a nice goal to give Magpies the win.

Best for Magpies were Anny Calluaud and Kathryn Gill with Sharon Scott, Justine Morrissey, Natalie Hunter and Ella Morrissey strong for Marist.

Magpies Black and Middleton Eagles played out a close 1-1 draw. Natalie Munday scored for Magpies with Danielle McManus scoring for Eagles.

Louise Witherow, Laura Jones and Tina Jones played well for Magpies with Sharnie Nagorcka, Ashley Baker and Kathryn Moore strong for Eagles. Rovers Black defeated Star Budgies 2-1 in an exciting match.

With only nine players, Rovers put together an excellent performance with Codie Sense and Carla Peden scoring goals. Carmen Amor converted for Budgies.

Best for Rovers were Sandra Tildsley and Codie Sense with Dannyelle Scifleet, Emily Blackstock and Jo Payseno playing well for Budgies.

Denise Gersbach