Fitzherbert Rowe Men’s Open Pairs

This event was held last Sunday the 25^th September 11 in fine but windy conditions.

It was good to see a number of members from other clubs attend this tournament with a total of 28 teams  competing.

Four games were played over the day with teams changing greens after two rounds.

Overall winner was Neil Gordon and Keith Hughes with 4 wins.

Second place went to Barry Wynks and Eion MacIntosh.

Both these teams won  4 games and had the same number of ends and only 1 point separated them in points scored.

Third Ben Hamilton and Harold Bailey.

Fourth Graham Cooley and Derek McKee.

Afternoon consolation winner was Peter Dellarbarca and Kevin Bryan.

In House Drawn Triples  Saturday 24^th Sept 11

We had 20 players  for this roll up but because of the numbers  3 games of pairs  were played and the overall winners were Harold Bailey and Ramon Thornton.

In House Drawn Triples Saturday 1^st Oct 11

30 players attended this roll up in very warm conditions and due to the numbers triples were

 played. (Swap around like last week)

Winners were Anne Corlett, Marian Anderson and Elaine McQuarters.

2^nd Des Meyer, Julianne Mills and Harry Moutan.

Can I ask that all club members help with putting away boards and other equipment after play.

We have a few members that just disappear into the clubrooms straight after play.

Also if you have any bowls results email them to John Hayes on johnhayes11@gmail.com and he will add them to the blog. This does not have to be done by a committee member.

Has someone got the results of the men’s and women’s pairs in Paraparaumu that I have heard some of our club members did well  in.

Next weekend we have Club Champs Men’s Intermediate Fours and Ladies only tournaments on Saturday and Sunday.

Don’t forget to put your names on the sheets in the notice Board for the many upcoming events.

Good Bowling

Murray

Message from the Executive

Target Bowls

A reminder that Target Bowls started last Friday 30^th. There is a $5 entry fee and you can play anytime between 4.30pm and 6.30 pm. Please try and bring along a friend or neighbour and introduce them to the game in a relaxed friendly way.

Bar Duty

If you are willing to help out with bar duty from time to time please put your name on the list in the club rooms. The bar is the major source of income for the club and the more who can share the load the better.

Interclub

If you are available for interclub selection please put your name on the list in the clubrooms so we know how many teams to enter.

Phone numbers and contact details

The landline number in the handbook for Neil Gordon is incorrect so please use the mobile number to contact him. 0210562331

If any of your contact details (phone, address or e-mail) alter, please notify the club secretary as soon as possible.

Mates in Bowls

We will be running Mates in Bowls again this year starting Wednesday 2nd November and we need volunteers.

If you are able to help on the nights or to help on the organising committee please contact Christine or Julianne. Also talk to you friends, family neighbours or workmates and get them to enter a team.

90th Anniversary

We recognise that this is the 90th year of the club. Anyone who is interested in being on a sub-committee to organise an appropriate celebration, please contact one of the Executive.

2011 - 2012 Season Opening

The season got away to a good start on Saturday with the official welcome and opening speech from Grant Davis.

16 teams of triples then went out to do battle on green 3 in very nice sunny weather with just enough of a breeze to make the wide hand tricky for those having their first roll up for the season.

After the game, tea was provided for those who wished to stay on.

Thanks to all those who worked behind the scenes to make the day a resounding success.

Herbert Plate

This event was played on Sunday 18^th September  and was well attended by 24 club bowlers in very sunny weather.  It looked like this event may have to be cancelled with only 10 entries on the board on the Saturday. Once again the greens were in magnificent condition thanks to the hard yards that Michael puts into them and also for the support he gets from both Liz and Terry Rossiter. We are really spoilt with the quality of the greens they provide.

Teams were drawn and played with the progressive cards which can be very confusing however we made it in the end. Three rounds of pairs were played and after 2 completed games only 3 members had won 2 games with these being Ramon, Marion and Joy. The latter two were drawn against each other in the last round.

The eventual   winner was Marion Anderson who was most delighted and has promised to take care of the plate till next season. 

Many thanks to the members who assisted in putting out and putting away scrims and boards.

 Two hard working Skips from Sundays Herbert Plate.

Murray Wood

Coming Up

Saturday September 24^th 2011

IN HOUSE Drawn Triples

Any Gender

1pm Start.

Names in by Noon

Dress:-  Club Colours or Whites

Sunday September 25^th  2011

FITZHERBERT ROWE

Men’s Open Pairs

9.30am Start.

Entry Fee $14 per Team

Conditions of play are on the Notice Board.

This being the first day of Daylight Saving don’t forget to put your clock forward 1 hour or you will be late. J

Saturday October 1st 2011 

IN HOUSE Drawn Pairs

Any Gender

1pm Start.

Names in by Noon

Dress:-  Club Colours or Whites

Sunday October 2nd 2011

Judy Bayley Ladies Trophy

10am Start.

Names in by 9.30am

Dress:- Mufti

Saturday October 8^th  2011  

The first of the Club Championships for the season commence with the Intermediate Men’s Fours

9am Start.

Second Day, Sunday October 9^th  2011 – 9am Start.

Conditions of play are on the Notice Board.

Hi fellow Northern Bowlers.

Well another season kicks off this Saturday with our 2011/2012 season Opening Day.

Last Saturday saw the first action on the greens with a Preseason Pairs tournament.

The weather cooperated and the #3 green played very nicely. 

Michael has done a great job in getting this green ready for the season as usual. Thanks Mike.

This tournament was won by Murray Wood and Max Hutchins

2^nd was Julianne Mills and Keith Hughes.

(Both playing with new bowls, Julianne with her new deep blue with Magenta fleck Bluelines and Keith with Red Cherries. (Vectors).)

3^rd was Neil Gordon and Lynlea Rogers.

It was a great day with all bowls played in good humour and enjoyed by all. 

Thanks Phil for organising.

Opening Day Saturday the 17^TH September 2011

Kindly sponsored by INFRACON the details of the Opening day program are:-

Drawn Triples.

2pm Start – Names in by 1pm.  

The entry sheet is on the board or

phone the Club 358 6956

Dress: Club Colours or Whites.

Play till 4.30pm.

Light Meal @ 5.30pm.

Cost $5 per Person.

I hope to see you all there.

Jim Hickey assures me that the weather will be fine, warm and sunny.

Sunday the 18^th we have the HERBERT PLATE.

A Progressive Tournament.

12.30pm Start.

Names in by Noon. 

The entry sheet is on the board or

phone the Club 358 6956

Dress:-  Mufti.

Entry fee:-  $2.

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Presentation Night

All members and their friends and family are invited to
Presentation Night at the Northern clubrooms on:
Saturday May 21
Presentations 6.15 pm
Dinner 7pm
Main and dessert supplied by Sideline Catering
Dance 8pm to Midnight
Great music from Dean Parkinson on sax
Cost for the evening is $25 per head
Please put you name on the list in the clubrooms and pay at the bar by 5pm on Tuesday 17 May.
See you there for a great night to finish of the season