Eudunda Bowls News 17th November 2024
The coaching sessions continued last Wednesday with coach Chris Jones, and a great response of bowlers took part in these valuable sessions. The next one is Wednesday 27th November at 4pm.
Last Thursday the ladies had a close encounter of the enjoyable kind with Tanunda, but unfortunately in the last few ends faded against their stronger opponents 50-56. Doreen Twartz faced the superb bowling of Sue Yates 15-23, Ruth Scoot ended with a draw after taking a handy lead earlier in the game finishing 17-17 against Marg Meertens, and the shining light was Joy Hams against Sharon Burgemeister 18-16.
Mid-week men Division 1 had a bye, while Division 2 played Angaston at home and suffered a narrow defeat 56-60. Preston Eva was tested against Trevor Paech 12-20, Rons Hams likewise against Bruce Field 15-28, however Ted Schiller was on fire with his 29-12 victory over Chris Reardon; Ted almost getting his side over the line.
Last Friday. Eudunda hosted a very successful Ladies Tournament in ideal weather ( see separate article).
On a very hot Saturday Division 1 hosted Freeling and continued their focus on the pointy end of the season with a decisive win 117-67. Terry ‘Turtle’ Curtis blitzed through Rod Seen 35-13, Aaron Jones bowled well against Trevor Heinjus 23-15, Jimmy Mader was again impressive against a formidable Alex Bryan 39-18, and Tait Rogers had a tight match against Daniela Madalinski 20-21.
Division 2 played Kapunda Black under their roof and were struck a blow by their opponents 47-83. Michael ‘Doc’ Upton was down to Steve Norman 10-34, Rob Cavanagh was challenged by Steve Ahwan 21-28, and Mally Schutz was disappointed with his bowling 16-21 against Tony Robinson.
Division 3 played Angaston White at Angaston and had a superb day 85-29 with all teams up. Joy Hams kept in front of Mike Teakle all through the match 19-14, Doreen Twartz won over Gavan Phillis 26-10 with Doreen’s substitute player Steve Condon playing well and after a good bowl, would do an entertaining theatrical happy dance. The brilliant shining light was Ron Hams with his win over John Ireland’s team of three 40-5.
The Team of the Week was Ron Hams, Ruth Scoot, Felix Schiller and GG Schutz who all kept up consistent good bowling all day to finish 35 shots up!
There is a bratwurst, sauerkraut roll Club Tea this Saturday 23rd November – come and enjoy!
The Eudunda Bowling Club Christmas Dinner is December 21st and all members and families and friends are invited to attend.
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