Steve G wanted to pass on his thanks to everyone who wishes him well for his operation. The past few days have been busy with various tests and all seems very positive. (Editor’s note: we wouldn’t have wanted anyone to be positive this time 3 years’ ago!) Anyway, Steve is looking forward to R&R and recharging …
Hope you’re enjoying a wonderful special birthday with some of Norman’s scones!
Well done to Bob D and his band of merry men and women who had a good afternoon’s match v Ember. The team had a healthy win. Thanks to Katharine W for sending the photo over.
To all mothers everywhere , May you have a wonderful day. And to those of us who no longer have our Mums around, we will remember you for all the love and wisdom you gave us. (According to this week’s news, at about 38 years old, we all realised that our Mums were right in …
Next Saturday 25th at 10:00 am, Andy & Will take on Peter & Peter in the Middlesex County Pairs semi-final. It would be lovely to see as many supporters as can make it. It’ll be a hot match between the four Cambridge Park bowlers!
Looking forward to welcoming teams from Ashford, Hounslow, Bishop Duppas and friends this afternoon. Match starts at 2:00 pm
A hard fought quarter-final between Andy & Will v Pete & Nick from Century saw our boys come through 20-16. Andy gallantly reported that Will had a brilliant game from start to finish. This means that the semi-final which will be even harder fought between the pairs will see one CP team in the Middlesex …
If you’re out and about this afternoon near the club and/or playing in the leagues tonight, there will be a good match on when Andy H & Wll take on Peter Wilcock and partner fromCentury. It promises to be a good match played over 21 ends, so won’t be finished in under 3 hours. 4 …
Tina, Mike & Peter T will be playing Tony, Will & Andy H Congratulations to Steve, Norman & Peter J and Karen, Brian & Brian who were the other semi-finalists. It was a long day’s play! Well done to Stella and Brian for the organisation of the weekend as well as all the club comps …
What a brilliant result! 19-15. Steve, Norman and Peter led 7-2 after 4 ends; 10-4 after 10 ends then all went quiet for another hour and half until the news came through! So it’s off to Nottingham they go in early April Dave P & Eldred lost the Area Finals of the Over 60’s Pairs …
For those of you not playing in the Club Triples on Saturday morning, Steve G, Norman & Peter J are playing the Area Final of the Men’s Over 50’s Triples at Mole Valley at 10:00. Supporters very welcome. Guildford Road, Fetcham, Leatherhead, KT22 9GS. Dave P is through to the National Finals in the Over …
From Stella and the Club Competitions Team … CP CLUB COMPETITIONS TRIPLES WEEKEND SAT/SUN 11 & 12 MARCH 2023 THE DRAW AND SESSION TIMES ARE ON THE COMPETITIONS BOARD AND BELOW (There are a couple of substitutions to the original draw which are not shown below.) TO WEAR – CLUB SHIRTS AND GREYS SANDWICHES WILL …
Well done to the 2 Ps (Peter Twells & Peter Judge) who beat Jason Lyttle & Dave Baxter from Century this morning. They came from 4 shots behind on the 13th end to win on the 21 end by 4 shots to gain a place in the South Area semi-final. The heads were pretty hot …
Brrrr. Alexa says it’s 2C now (05:00 am) and snowy, and rising to 3C today. It sounds heavier than snow whatever is hitting the bedroom skylights. So this is just a warning to wrap up warm and watch your feet when you go out. We don’t want any broken wrists/arms/hips. I feel sorry for the …
Well done to Tina, Mike, Tricia & Steve who had a good win over Peter T, Ian, Di & Dawn in the semi-final of the MIddlesex Mixed Fours last night. It was neck and neck and 10-10 after 10 ends, then the first named four went ahead. A good shot with an unlucky result for …
Dan became the latest member of the Wrong Bias Club – in the Tuesday Night League. Welcome, Dan. You’re definitely amongst friends! Even Mike, as your skip, is looking up to you!!
Up-to-date draws now on the Club Competitions page. Thanks to Dave Reddington for sending them over for publishing. Next round deadline is 19th March!
Well done to Peter T, Peter J, Kevin K & Andy H who had a very tight MIddlesex Fours v Andy K & Co from Hounslow winning on the final end. Between us, lots of our matches are going to the wire! That’s good. We’re all improving. it was also a Club win v our …
Bowls England have announced new sponsorship for our sport with Aviva, especially looking forward to introducing more people of all ages to take up the bowls mantle. A familiar view with a familiar face! Also check out their video.
Following our successful Over 50’s National Triples results, we have some more localised results. Alas, Steve G’s triples lost their MIddlesex comp but Dawn won her MIddlesex Singles v Angela Frankland and the Two P’s (Twells & Judge) won on the last end of their Pairs at Herga. The report said they were 6-18 down …
Not leaving it just to the Over 50’s Men to celebrate this weekend, it was another absolutely brilliant result with Tina, Tricia & Teresa winning their National Over 50’s Triples Area semifinal v Camberley this morning. Great stuff! Please let us know when and where you’re playing.
Some of you will remember Wendy King (she left at least 11 years ago) and Gerry had news from her daughter. For any of you would would like to respond, please email Gerry and he will pass your messages on. Hi guys – first of all thank you for your concern about Mum and secondly, …
The bowls are already being polished as we prepare for this Saturday’s match. Teams: Jacqui L, Karen G, Tony O’B & skip George H Shaf, Roy E, Scott & Peter T Cliff, Frances D, Sarah & Gym Christine P, Malcolm P, Bob D & Dawn Captain: Dawn Whites with club shirts. Match Fee: £3.50
I’m sure that’s what we would have yelled if we’d won another National between us, but this time it is all about BIngo! Get your dabbers and dibbers ready for Sign up on the sheet underneath the original of this poster at the Club. Talking of Nationals, good luck to Steve & Co in …
Thanks To Kevin for last Sunday’s match report.. Another win for Cambridge Park by 83 shots to 54 v London Civil Service. Everybody made it despite the heavy traffic. We won 3 Rinks and drew 1 and our Top Rink was Jacqui Lund, Corale Canard, Roy Ebinezar and Peter Judge who won their rink …
Roses are red Violets are blue I’m here in the fog Just looking for you … and wishing you a safe day. Take a torch. That fog is very thick this morning!
Kevin K reported that Friday’s mixed triples v King George Field resulted in a very comfortable win for Cambridge Park with Kevin K, Chris Pusey & Gary Bartles taking top rink, yet Cliff, Tony O’B & Gym scoring a Hot Shot. Weyhey! well done to everyone who played. This afternoon we welcome London Civil Service …
Well, how about joining the Level 1 Coaching Course being run at Cambridge Park?! It’s great chance to learn more about your own bowling technique as well as passing on skills and ideas to newer bowlers. You will also learn about coaching a beginner, roles and responsibilities, safeguarding, lesson planning, warm ups/cool downs, delivery – …
And that was shown by our opposition yesterday as Ladygate had to battle through the Brentford FC/Southampton FC traffic as well as the England/Scotland rugby traffic to get to Cambridge Park for our friendly match. In the end it was a win on all four rinks for the club, with Gym, Roy, Bob & Jacqui …
Good to see the rinks filling up during non- league and roll up times with various club and county competitions! Check out the round closing dates and book early to avoid that last minute rush! —- The outside front door entry process is changing. Check out the details with Jane. I believe we are getting …
Just a reminder that if you want to enter the National Competitions ie Senior Singles, Senior Pairs, Mixed Pairs or Mixed Fours, then the closing date for entries is 1st March
Or rather, win the match. Hotfoot from the Men’s O60’s Double Rink in Bromley, Hounslow pair Paul C & Colin H returned to take on Andy H & Will in the Middlesex Men’s Pairs at CP. When most of us arrived for the Tuesday night leagues, our chaps were 8-19 down. They crept up to …
Kevin and Mike have been busy! Saturday 4th v Ladygate: Shaf, Frances, Norman & Jean Karen, Ron B, Dan & Dawn Chris P, Malcolm, Sarah & Kevin K Jacqui, Roy E, Bob D & Gym Reserves: George H & Cliff. Captain: Kevin K Match Fee £3.50. Whites. Sunday 5th v Teddington Shaf, Brenda & …
Very pleased to hear that Peter J, Norman & Steve G had an over 50’s Triples win V Dave P & Co from Hounslow last night. Steve ditching the jack quite near the end played a key part! Well done chaps! This morning , Teresa, Tina & Tricia play Di, Ann H & Dawn so …
Many thanks to David Hale for organising the leagues and keeping us all updated.
There was a lot of fun and banter across the green yesterday afternoon as our London Welsh visitors and CP enjoyed the first mixed friendly match of the year. The home team scored a good win overall. Top rink (by one shot to Dave Pitt’s team) were Steve G, Tricia, Norman & Corale. An excellent …
Well that was proved yesterday when both Jason Banks and Jamie Walker put on an amazing display of drawing bowls in the biggest singles match of 2023. Bowl after bowl came to rest within inches of the jack. Absolutely wonderful. Well done to Jamie and commiserations to Jason. Should Jason have gone for another draw …
First of all it’s a big match for us as we take on London Welsh this afternoon. A hard working day for Karen & Sarah as they prepare and serve our post match meal. Lastly, it’s the Open Singles Championship from Potters this afternoon. Unfortunately, they don’t seem to be showing the Potters Champion of …
I didn’t watch anything else last night bar the Wilgress v Walker match. Wow, Wow, WOW! What a match.! A Great quarter-final with amazing drawing shots and a selection of running, tactical bowls. If you didn’t see it, watch on YouTube as it will be well worth it. That’s the standard of bowls that we …
Good to see the sun during the day and it felt a bit warmer than the last couple of days. Maybe it’s psychological! Roll on spring! Some twists and turns in yesterday’s World Bowls matches weren’t there? Katherine Rednall goig down heavily in the first set, although neither she nor Cerianne had their best games. …
The drains are going to be cleared in the car park, so please could you avoid using the middle two rows on Thursday. Inconvenience for a day but it means you won’t need to pack your wellies to get from the car to the club in future!
Dave Pitt has the longest backswing I’ve ever seen on the bowls green, which doesn’t seem to change whether indoors or outdoors. It was commented that the Australian coaches are now teaching players to use a proper backswing as part of their delivery even on faster rinks. If the bowls continue running beyond the jack, …
We’re looking forward to playing against London Welsh Chairman, Carole Atkinson, and her band of merry men and women. Laurence, Scott, Kevin K & Andy H Ange, Brenda, George & Dave P Tricia, Corale, Norman & Steve G Tina, Mike, Lucy & Dawn Match fee £10 in cash, please, so we can take out the …
Thanks to everyone who signed up. I think we’ll be doing 3 rounds of 5 ends starting at 2.00 pm First round: Dawn & Gym v Cliff & Peter J Bob & Frances v Dan & Jacqui Pauline R & Dave P v Bill R & Tony O’B Shaf & Karen v Peter T & …
Just caught up with the Mixed Pairs Final plus Nick Brett v David Gourlay and Mark Dawes v Michael Stepney and feel very bowled out! Some fabulous shots by all the players and all those that won today deserved it. Well done to Stewart Anderson & Cerianne Glen on their Mixed Pairs win against last …
What did you think of the Pairs’ Final? Good to have it on the BBC? The plus is the overhead ‘target rings’ The first set looked pretty comfortable for Greg & Nick, although the final end of that set when Jason & Michael got the 3 was a bit surprising considering they’d only scored 1 …
Brian N is definitely looking ahead to warmer weather, so much so that he has put a notice up about the Outdoor Friday Night League. If you are interested in playing, please sign up on the Noticeboard sheet. Any questions, ask Brian or Stella S. Thanks
Today at 1:00 pm on BBC 2 we’ll be able to see the Open Pairs Final between Greg Harlow & Nicky Brett v Michael Stepney & Jason Greenslade followed by last year’s Champion Les Gillett playing Stuart Irwin in the Open Singles. The 10:00 am match is viewable on the BBC Red Button. I did …
Last year’s winners – Alison Merrien & Paul Foster are through to the final which will be played on Tuesday 17th on the BBC at 1:00 pm. They play the new pairing of Stewart Anderson & Cerianne Glen who came through yesterday afternoon v Mervyn King & Lisa Fetherby. That probably wasn’t the most exciting …
How are you doing on the World Bowls? I have pretty square eyes but it doesn’t help being on a computer at work for 9 or so hours a day and that doesn’t include watching bowls! Thanks to Katharine Wallace for the following link. Worth a read. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-norfolk-64249302 It was a very tight first set …
Well, we’ll have to wait and see. There are club games and world championship games and half of those people might feel thery were a bit unlucky in coming second, but maybe it was just that their opposition just had a better day. Last night Tricia & Teresa were going head-to-head against Wendy & Norma …
Unfortunately Chertsey can’t get a team out so we’ll have a Mixed Drive starting at 14:00 instead.
The MIddlesex Home Counties team to represent Berkshire was published yesterday and it was great to see Steve G, Laurence, Peter T & Andy H named. I believe it will be Peter and Andy’s debut MIddlesex County appearance. Well done! The Middlesex Indoor Competitions have now been published. I’ll post draw sheets up at …
As predicted, it was a terrific display of bowling between Wayne Wilgress and Katherine Rednall last night, with Wayne winning 2-0 sets. Some brilliant bowls from both players and nice to hear the commentators giggling over “Katherine’s gap”. It was reminiscence of Brian Johnson & Jonathan Agnew’s fits of giggles when reporting about Botham “not …
I didn’t catch the name of the girl commentating on last night’s singles match between Mervyn King and Thinus Oelofse but, in order for her to get some practice on the portable rink, she had to book it for 02:00-04:00 am this morning! WOW! That’s the pressure for getting onto that rink. No chance of …
Good to see the World Bowls Open Singles has now got off the ground and they’re top and tailing the Open Pairs semi-finals in today’s schedule. A lot of us have met and chatted to Greg Harlow at Potters. He also made a visit to the ABC Clinic a couple of years ago and witnessed …
Mixed bag of results as we did better when we were playing other teams from Cambridge Park! Tina, Teresa & Tricia had a very close triples against Sarah, Lucy & Ann on Friday afternoon. They now await the winners of Ann H, Di & Dawn who are playing another team from Egham on Saturday 14th. …
For those heading clubwards, there are three matches this morning: Ann B & Di are playing a National Pairs v Sarah & Lucy – very tight after 16 ends; Barry & Teresa are playing club pairs v Steve P & Stella and are enjoying a comfortable lead at present; and Steve, Norman, Dave & Ian …
The World Bowls Tour started yesterday with some Open Pairs and continues today. If you have a smart tv or smart phone or internet access to YouTube of Facebook, you can watch live or on playback on YouTube. Go to YouTube and type in World Bowls 2023. There are matches on during the day and …
I’m not sure about January blues but there’s definitely a writer’s block! Hey ho it won’t last. There are roll ups today and tomorrow at 10:00 and an afternoon drive on Saturday at 2:00. Now that it’s warmed up a bit, it’s not such a drag to leave the house. The Club is warm too! …
Happy 2023! Mike Cooper is putting the signup sheet for this year’s Potters Tour today. If you haven’t been so far, have heard all the stories of the fun we have, and would like to go this November, please add your name to the sign up sheet. Basic cost is £549 + £5 cancellation insurance. …
The club is open New Year’s Eve, with a roll starting at 2:00 pm. Please arrive by 1:45 so we can see if we’re playing triples or rinks. We’ll finish around 4:30 pm On New Year’s Day the club will be closed. Open again for morning roll up on Monday 2nd.
Hope you all had a good Christmas and managed to meet up with family and friends and shared some fun times together. With Boxing Day over, today is another Bank Holiday. Great for those getting an extra day off work, but not so good if you’ve spent Christmas on your own and facing another long …
Wishing all Cambridge Park Members, their families, our friends and supporters a very Happy Christmas! Stay safe and well and enjoy every moment you have even at those times when you get beaten at Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, Monopoly etc. There’ll be another time. Sing loud and smile! Unless you’ve ventured way up north to find …
Despite a roaring start, we had a mid way wobble allowing Bromley back in to the game and they went on to beat us 12-9 to secure their place in the quarter finals. Well done to them and we wish them well in the competition. Also through are two teams we beat in the round …
Mike, Tina, Lucy & Dawn are through to the final 16 at the Potters Champion of Champions tournament. We had 2 wins today, giving us an overall 3 wins and 1 loss. We play Bromley tomorrow morning. Bromley is only one of two teams to win all four league matches. We’re looking forward to it. …
We have just learned that Maureen Lawford passed away last weekend. Maureen has been part of MIddlesex Bowls both in playing and committee positions for many, many years. With her husband , Tommy and Liz Dutton, they have been county team sectors for the last few years. Our sympathies go out to Tommy and the …
Lucy and I have learned a new skill today and we would like to teach you – now that we’re obviously experts. it’s a good warm up for bowls and bingo wings IMG_0336
Ok, well I did run for the bus but it’s definitely warm, warm, warmer out today. It’s wet underfoot so watch out for those pesky, slippery leaves. You may also need an umbrella! Last week of leagues before Christmas and roll ups continue each morning as usual. On Tuesday 27th, it’ll be just a normal …
Well done to Karen the Chef, Sarah the Sous Chef and all the helpers who peeled, chopped prepared and served the Christmas Dinner. It was fantastic! The tables looked lovely- thanks, Wilma. The spontaneous raffle raised over £200 for the Salvation Army. A splendid occasion where all the club members did their bit to make …
Whether cards and parcels will reach recipient by next weekend is still a bit debatable. Presentation of outdoor competition trophies tomorrow around midday so do pop along to that if you have one to collect, even if you’re not staying on for Christmas lunch. Still chilly out but going up, up, up into double figures …
Hope you have a lovely day and watch your feet on the pavements. They’re much slippier this morning. Same goes for all of you on the pavements. If you’re on a bike, do not brake with your wheels on an angle only when they’re straight. Is that the same when you’re driving a car? I …
Everyone would be disappointed when England went out of the World Cup on Saturday night. There were definitely a couple of odd decisions against the team but France did play well although England did seem to have more shots at goal. Harry Kane is shouldering the blame. He converted one penalty in spectacular fashion but …
If you haven’t signed up yet and/or given Karen your food order, please could you do so by tomorrow- Saturday 10th scrummery@blueyonder.co.uk Jane is collecting the £20 per person money over the bar Thanks Karen
Very cold out this morning but did not appear icy which is good. We hope you are all managing to stay warm adding extra layers, a hot water bottle etc to help. Moving also raises your temperature so maybe a little dancing – even if you’re seated ! For those wishing to get into the …
Steve, Norman, Ian & Dave beat Camberley in the second round of the London & Southern Counties Fours competition on Tuesday night. They now face another Camberley team in the next round. Well done chaps. Fly the CP flag! Tina, Tricia, Teresa & Lucy lost their National Fours against Egham (sigh) at CP on Tuesday …
Kevin thought you would like to get your limbs and voices warmed up with other bowlers with a 2 hour mixed drive before heading home to watch England in the World Cup ! There will be sign up sheet on the board later or just turn up by about 1.40 pm to allow time to …
Had a really good pasting in the National Two Bowl Singles tonight. I was ahead after the first end, then was ceremoniously stuffed 1-21 by Kylie Jenkins of Egham just returned from her England team trial. So pleased to get the 1! Anyway, as a result I got home somewhat earlier than expected! If you …
The eagle-eyed members will have spotted the Club Competition draws up on the noticeboard. I will load them onto a separate page on the website but not be able to do that before Wednesday night. One good National result for Sarah & Lucy as they beat Tina & Dawn on the final end of the …
Good luck to the team playing Staines this afternoon. Chris P, Stella K, Barry & Teresa Pauline R, Jacqui, David W & Bill R Karen, Audrey, Cliff L & George Tricia, Malcolm, Tony O’B & Gym Reserve: Shaf
IMG_0166 For the first time since we’ve been touring, we haven’t got a team in the final but we have had a successful and fun week, returning very well fed, entertained and almost bowled out! (With the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield tomorrow, and several National comps over the next few days, we have …
The sun has been shining up here at Potters in Hopton-in-Sea – better than yesterday when we arrived in either fog or very thick sea mist! All our teams have played twice and we have had a mixed bag of wins, losses and draws. We’ve met up with familiar faces and struggled to remember names. …
Have a good week everyone whether you’re at home or in Great Yarmouth. Play nicely! Get the winter warmers out. Temperatures due to drop to 2C this coming weekend.
We hope you have a lovely day and some of us are looking forward to spending the week with you at Potters!
Karen is organising evening roll ups at 6.30 pm on Tuesday 29th November and Thursday 1st December. Sign up sheets on the board, but just turn up if you’re not at the club between now and then Check out the Christmas Dinner poster as well. 17th December, bowls then a meal. £20 per head.
Good luck to everyone playing. For Potters Tourists, if you would like to leave your suitcase and/or bowls bag at the club on Sunday, please do so by 5:00 pm. Thanks.
Apologies but Egham have cancelled Saturday’s match
The following have been selected for the National Over 60s Ladies Mason Trophy match v Egham. One rink home, one away. Thanks to the roll up bowlers for allowing the girls to have one of the rinks. Let’s give the girls a big cheer on Friday!
Come along and join the fun – if you haven’t been to the morning roll up already! Big thanks to Dave R, Stella S & Brian Crickmay.
Good luck to the MIddlesex Men’s Over 60’s Liberty Trophy Team v Essex which includes Mike Cooper, Steve Gibson, Norman Chart, Kevin Keown and Dave Pitt. The three away rinks have a long hike to Southend. Shame there won’t be time for paddling and ice cream on the beach!! Play well MIddlesex! Nearer to home …
Well we all went out and gave it our best but it wasn’t enough in the Denny & Yetton Plate comps and National Top Club. The heads in each rink were pretty good as a whole but the opposition came sneaking in! Anyway, congratulations to Tricia, Lucy, Sarah & Karen and to Kevin K, Mike …
Really sorry to learn that Jean fractured her elbow yesterday morning and will miss out on playing bowls for about 6 weeks. Rotten luck as well as painful. Our Yetton Plate team will miss you today and Top Club on Sunday. Hope you can still get the sleeves of your jumpers and jackets on!
Well that’s better news (although slightly surprising after the rain we’ve had this week) than learning about higher taxes and snow coming towards the UK this wekeend. To be fair that probably doesn’t apply to London and hopefully work affect Strictly Come Dancing in Blackpool! Some good quality bowling in the Nationals this week, but, …
Team selection for Saturday’s match supporters welcome at both venues Croydon – 10 Nottingham Road, South Croydon , CR2 6LN Good luck girls!
Teams below – same as the team who had a victory over Mole Valley in the first round. Supporters and spectators welcome. (Sutton do a very good roast dinner!)
Team selection below. Match starts at 10:00 am and supporters and spectators welcome. The Yetton Plate will also be played on Saturday. Ladies team sheet to be published later.
The film crew are back this week so please can you start with parking against the clubhouse and then the first row before moving further back. Thanks.
We look forward to welcoming West Surrey BA to the club this afternoon at 2:00. Cliff, Scott, Corale, Bob, Frances, Ann B, Shaf, George (apologies for scaring Gordon!), Ranjani, Ray V, Kevin L, Tony O’B, Pauline, Bill, Malcolm & Christine will be taking to the green on behalf of CP. good luck everyone! At …
We now have confirmed opponents in the Yetton Plate – Croydon. We played them in the same round of the competition last year. Sign up sheet on the noticeboard so please can you put your names down. The men are playing Camberley at the same time , so the club will be buzzing that morning!
What a frightening thought! The tv ads are coming in thick and fast. I understand John Lewis’ dropped this morning and it’s a tear jerker. Have you watched any ? On a lighter (pun intended), it’s 40 sleeps until we start getting more daylight hours. Hooray! Whilst on lights, car headlights used to face slightly …
Good luck to the men playing today in the Over 60’s Double Rink. One rink at home and one away at Egham. 10:0 am start. Supporters very welcome. Come in out of the rain!
Sarah reported that everyone who attended the Level 1 Coach Bowls exam on Sunday passed! That’s brilliant news for all the clubs who had attendees. Well done to you all!
There will be filming around the clubhouse and Cambridge Park on Monday. The film crew will be using the back rows of the car park as well as the dining room. Please park against the clubhouse and in the first row. It’ll be a bit tight. Any problems, please speak to Jane. Thanks.
Busy, busy, busy in the Club today. Steve, Norman & Ian take on John Carey & Co from Egham(!) in the National Men’s Triples at 10:00 am. On the other three rinks, Scott, Sarah, Katharine, Dave P & Richard D and others will be taking their Level 1 Bowls Coach Exams. Good luck to all …
Great to have so many supporters at Cambridge Park this morning when two rinks took on two strong rinks from Egham. Both rinks held their own for most of the game and were keen to keep going to put more shots on the scoreboard. Unfortunately our away rinks were up against another two strong Egham …
On Saturday 5th, the ladies play Egham in the Yetton Trooply starting at 10:00 am. Two rinks home, and two away. We would love to have supporters at both venues!
Peter Judge and Peter Twells had an excellent win in the National Pairs last night v John Carey & Jay Head from Egham. A tight game all the way through but left them 4 down going into the final end when the two P’s managed to pick up 5 giving them a 15-14 victory! Next …
Well it’s not literally raining any of those things but it was RAINing all night and still going strong. All 6 lanes on the A4 were under a flood near the A30 junction and several other stretches of the A4 between Osterley and the A30 were only usable on the lane nearest the central reservation. So, …
Karen is looking for a few volunteers to help finish off the kitchen deep clean, as the cupboards need emptying and hoovering out, a thorough wipe down disinfectant (food safe variety!). Please report to Karen at the Club on Friday 4th November – any time between 09:00 – 16:00. She’ll be there all day. If …
First line of a great song I first heard sung by Eva Cassidy. The autumn leaves are falling rapidly so watch your step out there. They are very slippery. All Saints Day today, so hope you’ve polished up your halos and finished making pumpkin soup and pies after Halloween!
Actually not a nightmare at all, just a disappointing week as regards National Comps. Peter J lost both his 4 bowl singles and 2 bowl singles to Egham players; Laurence lost his Senior Singles to an Egham player; and the Mixed Four RInk Egham Trophy team lost to Egham. There seems to be a thread …
We hope you enjoyed your extra hour today and celebrated your birthdays in appropriate style!
Good luck to everyone playing v Egham in the Egham Trophy – Four Mixed rinks. Two at Cambridge Park and two at Egham. 10:00 am start at both venues and supporters and spectators are very welcome at both venues!
Amazing to think that the BBC is only 1 year younger than Cambridge Park Bowls Club! This week, it was good to see a review of children’s television shows from when they started and how they can influence children in their early lives. The Wombles of Wimbledon Common were real eco, recycling warriors! Did we …
Peter Judge plays his National 2 Bowl Singles tonight and Mike & Tina take on Peter T & Dawn in the Mixed Pairs. Alas Peter J lost his 4 bowl singles earlier this week but is looking forward to having home advantage tonight! Good luck to all of those playing. Don’t forget it’s Bingo, Bangers …
We’re looking to welcoming Peter Twells and his band of merry men and girls on Saturday afternoon as Chertsey come over to Cambridge Park. Thanks to everyone who signed up as we were well over- subscribed Teams: Tina, Ranjani, George & Mike Scott, Frances, Bob & Ann B Karen, Bernard C, Roy & Joan Shaf, …
Hope all goes well. The only thing to fall backwards this weekend is the clock! We don’t want Terry or anyone else slipping on the wet leaves So watch your step when you’re out and about.
We hope enjoy your respective birthdays in different parts of Europe! Apologies to Val Noel who I missed off yesterday’s list. Hope you had a good day with the family.
Good luck and have fun to everyone playing in the first of the league matches this week. If you still haven’t put your name down to play, please see David Hale at the club or sign up on the sheet on the noticeboard.
Congratulations to:- Peter Judge – Men’s 2 Bowl SIngles – Closer than the scoreline suggests but Peter capitalised on putting the mat up and playing to his favourite jack length – good luck in your National SIngles on Thursday. Dawn Slaughter – Ladies 2 Bowl SIngles – a comfortable win, although her opponent put in …
Good luck to the Top Club team players today. We play Mole Valley starting at 10:00 at Cambridge Park. supporters and spectators very welcome! Alas, the chaps lost out to Hounslow in the Denny Cup yesterday, so now enter the Denny Plate competition. Opponents have not been revealed yet. Good luck to Hounslow who …
As promised by Stella Spaulding, Brian Crickmay and Dave Redington (thank you again, all of you), here is the Club Competition entry form in 3 versions! You can see what it looks like below or click on the download for either the Word or pdf version or Dave is leaving hard copies at the Club …
The following have been selected to represent the club v Mole Valley Ladies Singles: Dawn Slaughter Men’s Singles : Peter Judge Mixed Pairs: Barry & Teresa F Mixed Triples: Norman, Jean & Steve G Mixed Fours: Tina, Tricia, Andy H & Peter T Match Captain and Chief Reseve: Mike Cooper Whites with Club …
Congratulations to Sarah H who reaches the big *0th! Welcome to the club! Happy birthday also to Frances D, who has a 3 on the end of her birthday!! We hope you both have a great day being spoiled by your family and friends! As a result, neither of these two will be out and …
Well done to all the Egham Trophy players this morning in a successful 88-77 win v Hounslow. Our prize is a tie v Egham on Sunday 30th at 10:00 am. Home and away. Thanks to Karen for keeping the scores on the doors. An important role. Thanks also to those who made the teas and …
Reg came down to watch the roll up yesterday. When we’d all left the green ….. IMG_0008 Not bad after 5 years since the last bowl!
It would be great to have some supporters at both Hounslow and Cambridge Park this morning. Pop in after your morning walk! The bar will be open around 11:15. Good luck to everyone playing!
We’re looking forward to the first of the indoor season’s team events – The Egham Trophy is four mixed rinks, with two playing at home and two away. Our first opponents are local rivals, Hounslow. Play starts at 10:00 and supporters are welcome at both venues. Good luck to everyone playing!
Apologies. Miscommunication on the admin front and the Ladygate friendly will be next February. If you signed up, please come down anyway and we’ll have a mixed friendly drive instead! Whites not required
With several last minute changes I.e. at 2:00 pm, the game got under way with a mixture of men with ladies. Teresa’s triple had a great start and, although Gym’s team made up a great deal of ground , they couldn’t catch them up. On Dawn’s triples. It was a game of two halves as …
The leagues are starting soon. Yay! there will be Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday evening leagues and Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. David Hale is working his magic and will speak to the team captains re Tuesday afternoons. There is a sign up sheet for anyone wishing to join a league. For those of you new to …
Good luck to Peter Judge who hits the indoor green at Cambridge Park late this afternoont with the first round of the National Men’s SIngles against Paul (?) Short from Egham. Play well!
Well done to Kevin and co scoring a 73-73; 2-2 rink draw against King George Field. An very even start to the season! Top triple were Tricia G, Brian N & Steve with a cracking win of 21-8. An afternoon that was thoroughly enjoyed by both teams.
With a fantastic turnout of 28 on Saturday afternoon as well as the regular midweek morning roll ups and the odd evening roll ups, the indoor season is definitely under way! There is still time to join a league team so let David Hale know if you’re looking to join in. Leagues are on Monday, …
Reports from Friday’s night event say it was a success from all different sorts of perspective. The punters, the organisers, the chill maker and her glamorous assisant, the bar girl and the raffle mistress to name but a few! From Ann Macey: “A big thank you to everyone who helped me to raise a massive …
In case you didn’t hear/see it, there was a suggestion which came from a BBC email that everyone should take readings from the gas and electricity meters today and submit to their supplier. This should ensure you should pay today’s rates for gas/electricity used up to the end of today rather than paying 1st October …
These are now on the Members’ page, which is password protected. For members without a password, please email enquiries@cambridgeparkbowlsclub.com Thanks
The Competition entry forms for 2023 Middlesex outdoors will be at the club from tonight – Friday 30th September. Please return to Norman Chart with entry fees (use C pigeon hole and mark as Middlesex Comp) at the club by 20th October latest. Thanks
We hope many of you can make it. Have your say! Tomorrow night – RACE NIGHT 6.30 pm for 7.00 pm. Please let Ange know today if you’re coming as she’s makng the Chilli today. Thanks
Congratulations to Sarah Hall on winning the Cambridge Park Ladies Singles Championship for the first time! Commiserations to Cathy Taylor, this year’s runner up. Both girls will be facing each other again with Lucy & Ann in the Ladies Pairs Championship. Date not publicised as yet.
The current list of indoor fixtures are on the Calendar page – the usual table format is under the first list, which contains our team early National Competition dates. The page will get updated regularly as more fixtures are added. On Wednesday 5th October, we have an away fixture v King George Field in Chessington …
A fantastic end to the outdoor season with a win for THE GIRLS! Ah, revenge is sweet. Saturday afternoon went with a swing in glorious September sunshine. We had 33 on the green (Scott kindly came in part way through for Nadine when she was under the weather) A brilliant start for Jacqui, Stella, Sarah …
Gee whizz, it was a bit of a dark morning at 6:00 am. Autumn is upon us and this morning’s constant drizzle might be good for the gardens but makes everywhere look a bit sad! The Met Office does not forecast any rain tomorrow which is good. In the morning the Men’s Open Pairs and …
We hope you have a lovely day day and get spoiled rotten by the family!
The final outdoor match of the 2022 season is upon us! Get your club shirts, whites and fleeces out as we take to the green on Saturday with a 1:30 start …. with a robin! OK, most clubs have a spider, but we’re being a bit different thanks to Jackie Elkin. Please bring £1 for …
Wow, wasn’t there a lot to take in yesterday and, taking everything into account, the previous 10 days. The disbelief, the crowds, the flowers, the emotions and The Queue. There will never be another one like it. Amid the grandeur, it was good to hear that simple services were going on around the country. Ray …
as well as a time for changes! if you feel you can offer to help the club by taking on any roles, however small, please let us know. Many hands make light work. Most of us have skills from current or pre-retirement employment that can be put to good use to keep the Club moving …
Picking up every now and again on the clips of HM Queen Elizabeth’s Coffin lying in state and the long long queues makes me well up every time. Goodness knows how King Charles and the other members of the Royal family are really feeling. What a display of a mark of respect for a remarkable …
As mentioned last week, on Sunday 18th September, we are hosting the South Middlesex Competition Finals at the Club. We could do with a few more pairs of hands to welcome the players, serve teas and coffees and prepare the Ploughman’s Lunches for the competitors. Norman, Jean, Steve & Tricia are playing in two finals …
As expected Cambridge Park hoisted their flag to half mast yesterday morning , thanks to Sarah & Norman. It is actually a third rather than a half. This morning the flag was raised to full mast (thanks, Sarah) and will remain so until 13:00 tomorrow, Sunday, in accordance with government guidelines during an Accession to …
The AGM for Cambridge Park Bowling & Sports Club Ltd including the Indoor and Outdoor Clubs will be held on Thursday 29th September at 2.00 pm at the Club. We have a brilliant club but it needs your help to spread the tasks that are required to keep it running smoothly, working together to make …
As a mark of respect following the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth yesterday, the club will be closed today, Friday, and re-open on Monday. A new date will be found for the Finals. Thank you.
What terribly sad news to hear that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth has passed away. What an amazing life she has led. You cannot fault her commitment to her duty to the country and its people. We may not have known her personally, but she has always been there. For many, she has been the ‘constant’ …
Today Sandra Williamson-Mills played Annalisa from Lincs in the Ladies SIngles Championship. Annalisa was hot footing from her Fours win on Tuesday and her experience managed to get the win over Sandra. Annalisa’s run ended in the last 16. On another green, the Paddington chaps were playing the Senior Fours. They got off to a …
Thanks to everyone who send messages of good luck and support yesterday. I managed to beat my opponent from Leicestershire to reach the last 32. my second match was v Morgan Merryweather from Isle of Bohemia (yes it is in the UK – Berkshire to be precise). mirgan started strongly so I was on catch …
Well done to Tina, Ann, Cathy & Nadine who made it through the quarter-finals of the National Fours yesterday. They came up against a very strong Oxon team who are probably the favourites, but as “it’s all in the day”, you never know what will happen! Terri Watkinson (Bush Hill Park) and Dawn start their …
Great shot of the Cambridge Park team who played the Chelsea Pensioners on Wednesday. I gather that not only the bowls match was good but the post match refreshments were bountiful!
From Jane: We’ve taken another booking for the film crew on Thursday Sept.8th. They will be using the dining room, both changing rooms, and half the car park from 8am till 10pm. Members won’t have access to these areas for the day. Actual play on the greens is fine but those wanting to play should get …
This afternoon our four girls represented Middlesex in the National Fours Championships and they won their first round! They’re good. We know they’re good. Bowlers don’t get to enjoy the excitement and adrenaline at Leamington unless they’re good! And it’s a real honour to represent your County at the National Championships Well done on sending …
Just a reminder that lawn bowls is being featured on the Hobby Man tonight at 8.00 pm (or Channel 4 +1 at 9.00 pm!) Take a look!
Hopefully the weather will still be kind to us at the end of the month as the Men battle it out against the Ladies on Saturday 24th August starting at 1:30 pm. The slightly earlier start allows us to complete the match with refreshments before it gets too dark for people to drive home I’ll …
Good luck to Megan Hunt from West Ealing in the Junior Singles at Leamington. Her first opponent is from Bucks. Further up the age range, Hannah Hollis & Sue Apperly from Bush Hill Park, having won their Regional Final, face Yorkshire this morning the Over 55 Senior Pairs. The Middlesex Executive will be dashing between …
Well done to all the competitors. The semi finals have nearly all been completed with some results being – Anthony & Peter in the Men’s Championship, Cathy facing either Sarah or Ange in the Ladies Championship; Steve & Norman through in the Men’s Pairs v Kevin C & Peter(?); Ann & Cathy play Sarah & …
We’ve got the dates through for the National Inter Club competitions. So, if you’re keen to get play in these sorts of matches, get the dates in your diary as well as the afternoon of Saturday 9th October as we’ll have a try out of possible men’s v possible ladies teams. Except for the Top …
The draw has been done for the 75 Shot competition but Brian and should be up at the Club tonight – Friday. Please be there for 10:00 am unless you have been told otherwise. For those of you not participating in the bowling, the BBQ starts at midday until about 14:00. If you haven’t signed …
After a nip-and-tuck nail-biter, Hannah, Sue & Gerry from Bush Hill Park won their first match 13-12 putting them into the last 16 of the National Triples. They face Hertfordshire’s Welwyn & District team this morning. We wish them another round of success! Sadly the Ashford boys didn’t make it through their first round but …
It is real rain in buckets, cats and dogs and/or stair rods and would appear like putting up two fingers to the hosepipe ban imposed yesterday ! Watch out if you’re a pedestrian. Some of those watery bits in the road are very deep and you could get soaked by a passing car. Watch out …
Bit slow posting today Good luck to the team this afternoon. Tony, Corinne, Karen, Ange, Tricia, Barry & Teresa, George and Shaf. Looks pretty good bowls out there. Think we’re still one or two short for the friendly this Saturday v Hurlingham Park
Many of you will remember Rita Wadge with great fondness. Her daughter, Sharon, used to live in Greece and, like Rita, is animal crackers! Well, Sharon has written her first novel. it is available from Amazon in paperback and Kindle format. It has very good reviews and now the nights are beginning to draw in, …
Channel 4 is starting a four-part series tonight with Alex Brooker as he goes around the country with a ‘mate’ trying out various new hobbies – three per programme. It should be a lot of fun and Alex is a tough chap – remember the series when he did the training to swim the channel. …
Ann and Archie Dale are celebrating their Diamond Wedding Anniversary today. 60 years together. Fantastic! We hope you have a lovely day and get spoiled by your family!
That may be true, but it was certainly a welcome visitor to West London last night. Almost proper rain! Anyone go out singing in it?! The plants in pots still needed watering this morning but I’m sure that shower would have been good for the green and surrounding area. Many of you are green fingered …
Unfortunately there weren’t enough Ladies for the Bishop Duppas match for Tuesday so it has been cancelled. Apologies if you were looking forward to it. This does leave rinks available for those club competitions that need playing! Tina & Ashley won the Regional Quarter Final yesterday but sadly went down to a strong pair …
No doubt well on their way to Essex County Bowls Club now, Ashley and Tina start off in the last 32 in the country this morning and hopefully will progress through to the last 16 this afternoon. First match is against Jane Cockrill & partner from Caister, Norfolk. The winners will play the winners of …
A very successful Middlesex Ladies Finals Day in searing heat yesterday. On the Cambridge Park front, there were wins for Cathy T in Over 55 Singles and Over 55 Pairs with Tina, who also won the Benevolent Triples with Frances Donohue and sub Dawn Slaughter. Congratulations also to Sarah & Lucy who, after losing the Benevolent …
Unfortunately, the following fixtures (which were originally South Middlesex Leagues) have been cancelled. Sunday 14th August v Fordbridge Park – Too hot. Phew! Tuesday 18th v Bishop Duppas Saturday 3rd September v Stanwell
On Saturday we are hosting the Middlesex Ladies Finals for competitions whose winners don’t qualify for any National Finals. Unbadged Singles, Over 55 Singles, Over 55 Pairs, Benevolent Triples and Champion of Champions all feature. Tina & Cathy feature in the Over 55 Pairs ; Tina, Sarah, Lucy, Tricia ( and Dawn subbing) play the …
It is a beautiful summer evening with the sun bathing the surrounds of the green in warm, peaceful sunlight. half a dozen of us are watching a Club Singles between Kevin Conway and Anthony Headland. It was neck and neck for the first 14 ends with Anthony sneaking ahead for the first time 8-7. 15 …
We’re looking forward to playing the London Welsh this afternoon at the Club. Teams: Scott, joan & Norman Ray, Margaret & Tony O’B Karen, Bernard & Gordon Captain: Norman Reserves: Linda, Roy, Ranjani, Shaf & George Good luck, play well and enjoy the singing!
Alas, the curtains came down on our Top Club adventure when we lost to Gerrard’s Cross ladies who played better than us on the night. Ange & Jean had a terrific win the Pairs. Tina, Audrey, Nadine & Cathy only lost by 2 shots. Sarah, Lucy & Tricia gave it all they got and even …
Tonight we head to Ladygate for the National Top Club last 32 v Gerrard’s Cross. A bit of juggling with the team as Ann is away but we’re still a strong side. Singles: Dawn Pairs: Ange & Jean Triples: Sarah, Tricia & Lucy Fours: Tina, Audrey, Nadine & Cathy Wr’d love your support if you …
Tina is a busy girl. She had a great win in the final 32 of the National Senior Singles yesterday, then went down 19-21 in the last 16. Mike reported it was a real nailbiter! Tina said she just had to knock her opponents bowl off the jack on (what turned out to be) the …
Good luck to Tina Cooper and Dave Pitt as they enter into the Regional semi finals (the top 32 in the country) of their respective National Senior Singles representing Middlesex. The neutral green is St Neots, so not exactly close for a band of supporters to go along unfortunately. Tina plays at 10:00 against Cynthia …
Sign up sheets for 75 Shots Competition and the BBQ are on the noticeboard (not on the website).
Yesterday Dave became the 2022 Middlesex Singles Champion. Congratulations! A report from Tony Waller when Dave was 16-8 up. “Pitt puts his first bowl one foot from the jack and follows up with his other three inside it” Oh wouldn’t it be lovely if we could all do that?! At CP, the Springfield match on …
Good luck to everyone playing today v Springfield and tomorrow v London Civil Service. Some of us are lucky enough to be in Leamington to watch the Commonwealth Games bowls today and cricket in Edgbaston tonight. Looks like it will be another good sunny day for everyone playing and watching! Come on Cambridge Park and …
Well done to all the girls that played in the Top Club tonight v Grovelands. A 3-1 win. Only Dawn failed to win and was outbowled. 9-21. Fantastic win for the Fours 29-9; a tight game for the Triples 14-12; and a comfortable win for the Pairs 24-18. Many thanks to Brentham for hosting us …
The Ladies are playing Grovelands in the Middlesex Final of National Top Club Competition. A win tonight would put us into the last 32 in the country, which hasn’t happened for a long time. 5.30 pm start at Brentham BC (neutral green). Supporters very welcome but, if you can’t make it, please keep your fingers …
Tina Cooper & Ashley Tanner, having dispatched Ange & Dave, Kevin & Lucy and Dawn & Paul from the Middlesex Area Mixed Pairs have now beaten the Paddington Pair in the Area Final and head off to Essex County to play the winners from Caister-on-Sea, Norfolk in the final 32 in the country. Brilliant result …
… or rather on the bowls greens! It kicked off with the Middlesex Ladies Fours Final at Bush Hill Park, Tina, Corale, Nadine & Cathy whooshed off at the start to 13-1 before North London realised they could bowl on this rink and set to it! They pulled right back up and towards the end …
Good luck to everyone playing in the Middlesex Finals today, especially Nadine, Cathy, Tina & Corale playing this morning. Poor Ann H is still testing positive this morning so has had to drop out of the Fours. So disappointing for her and the first finals day missed for years. Keep your fingers crossed for me …
You may not know, but our web host is John Quinn from Bowls Central. John is a very highly qualified and highly respected green keeper and has an article in Bowls International every month alerting green keepers to what to look out for from ‘localised dry patches’ to ‘wetting agents’ to ‘top soil’, ‘sand’ and …
Tina won her Middlesex Area Senior singles Final 21-11 over Hannah Hollis from Bush Hill Park. This puts her into the Regional Quarter finals v the winner of Essex South on 5th August (venue to be announced) and hopefully off to the National Finals at Leamington Spa Fantastic achievement!
A glorious morning and not too hot and the pollen forecast has gone down to medium Good news for many people! This morning, Sarah & Lucy are playing their Middlesex Over 55 Pairs against Ann Bamber & Partner – match rescheduled because it was due to be played on the day the temperatures were heading …
What an odd week. Temperatures through the roof on Monday and Tuesday down to almost feeling chilly this morning. Still don’t worry, it’s going back up to 23-25 C over the weekend which is very pleasant! Alas, Sarah & Lucy beat the heat but not the opposition on Wednesday morning. They reported it was …
Sarah & Lucy play their Middlesex Area Final of the Senior Pairs at West Ealing starting at 9.30 am this morning v Sue Apperly & Hannah Hollis from Bush Hill Park. Good luck! Supporters welcome. Take your own water. Steve, Norman, Mike & Laurence didn’t manage to beat the heat or the dark last night …
Steve, Norman, Mike & Laurence will be playing the semi-final of the Middlesex Men’s Senior Fours on Tuesday at 6.45 pm at Paddington BC. They would love your support if you can stay cool and get there – Castellain Road, Maida Vale, W9 1HQ Good luck chaps! You can do it!
… we certainly can’t can-can! Phew it’s hot and we haven’t even reached Tuesday yet. How are you doing? Melting into a puddle? Alas, Saturday wasn’t Nadine’s day and she went out in the quarter final of the Middlesex Singles to Sandra who went on to beat Isobel from Bishop Duppas in the semi-final. …
Nadine has reached the quarter-final of the Middlesex Ladies Singles and will be playing Sandra Williamson-Mills (Grovelands) this morning at West Ealing. Other ties are Sue Butcher (West Ealing) v Isobel Morton (Bishop Duppas); Tonia Gann (Brentham) v Kembra Healey (Paddington) and Terri Watkinson (Bush Hill Park) v Kate Tidey (Harefield). the Unbadged Quarter-Finals and …
Did anyone see the Buck Moon tonight? It is supposed to be the night when the stags are roaring and engaging in rutting to gain their superiority in the pack/herd. Another bit of trivia for you! The National Mixed Fours match at West Ealing was a battle and a game of two halves. Paul & …
If it wasn’t hot enough yesterday, the temperature is creeping up again today. As a result, the ladies match v Bishop Duppas has been cancelled this afternoon Please ensure you have plenty of water to drink. Your body will absorb it so the usual thought of “Where’s the nearest loo?” when you go out won’t …
The Middlesex girls made a good start v Isle of Wight but then the visitors started closing the gap and by about the 14th end, there were only about two shots in it across the board, then all became equal. On 21st end, an unlucky bowl from the opposition knocked their nearest bowl out of …
Belated Happy Birthday to Gym for Saturday and Happy Significant Birthday to Mike Cooper today! Enjoy the celebrations!
Cambridge Park hosts the Walker Cup (inter county double rink competition) between Middlesex and the Isle of Wight today Sunday 10th. Play starts at 12:30 and supporters and spectators are very welcome. Plenty of suncream, hats and water are essential as it’s expected to hit 30C today. The bar will be open for soft and …
The day started cloudy but at a pleasant temperature but, by the time we reached Brentham, the sun was out in all its glory and the temperature shot up! A real team effort across the rinks resulted in: Singles – Dawn v Tonia: 21-10 Pairs – Ange & Ann v Mary & Pat: 18-16 (and …
Congratulations to the Senior Fours – Norman, Steve G, Mike C & Laurence who won their quarter-final match v Brentham last night. More details on semi-final to follow when known. This morning Steve P has been asked to be at West Ealing at 9:30 for the Unbadged Quarter Finals but we’re not sure who he’s …
Firstly congratulations to Sarah & Lucy on their win this week against Elaine & partner from Hurlingham Park. They whizzed off the starting line to 12-0 then the HP duo crawled back up to 13-13. Sarah & Lucy moved into top gear to win 24-14. They now face Hannah & Sue from Bush Hill Park …
When you prepare to deliver your bowl, check that the little dot is on the inside as this will prevent you bowling bias! I mention no names , but a little bird chirruped on my WhatsApp last night!!
Four triples will be out on the green this Wednesday afternoon whilst the sun will be shining overhead. (Subtle hint re suncream application!) Karen, George & Norman Scott, Corale & Teresa Bernard, Tricia & Barry F Ray V, Alasdair & Joan Good luck to everyone and keep hydrated!
On Monday night, Tina & Cathy won their O55’s Middlesex Ladies Pairs v girls from Bishop Duppas by 32-10; Sarah & Jean, who kindly came in for Lucy while she is still recuparating Beat Marion & Carole from Ashfor by 19-12. Teresa should be playing Ann Bamber in this competition as well, but I haven’t …
In the R&B League match we put up two rinks instead of three. I believe Teddington were also finding it difficult to put out a team on Saturday. 20-20 on one rink and 24-25 on the other. I won’t mention the 6 that was dropped on the 19th end. Oops. It’s happened before and it …
Ann H, Audrey, Janice & Dawn head over to Hendon this morning to compete in the final 16 of the Middlesex Two Bowl Singles. The rounds go up to and include the semi finals, with the finalists having a couple of weeks to wait to battle it out on the main Middlesex Ladies Finals Day …
Congratulations to our girls – Ann, Jean, Nadine, Sarah, Tina, Tricia, Cathy and Dawn who had a convincing win over North London in the Middlesex Ladies Double Rink Final yesterday. Jean’s opposition got off to a good start being 6-0 up after 4 ends and only scored 3 more shots after that with our girls …
Sarah, Tricia, Nadine & Jean and Tina, Dawn, Cathy & Ann are representing the Club in the Middlesex Double Rink Final at West Ealing this morning. Play starts at 10:00 and we would love some supporters. We have very tough opposition from North London BC. Alas, Lucy is too poorly to play which is a …
Along with the Friday Night League and Fish & Chips for those who’ve ordered them, Lucy & Kevin L play Tina & Ashley in the National Mixed Pairs starting around 6.00 pm. That will be a match worth watching! The match will either be on Rink 2 or 4 if the league teams could leave …
Steve & Norman had a really close Senior Pairs at West Ealing. The heads were good and tight. The boys went into the final end just 2 shots down. Norman held shot but Steve couldn’t quite get his bowl to bend enough, neither could John Carey get the weight to remove the bowl. Thus it …
Steve G & Norman take on John Carey & Scottish Stan in the Middlesex area Semifinal of the National Over 55’s Pairs tonight at West Ealing. Play starts around 6.00 pm. Supporters welcome! On Friday evening, Lucy & Kevin L play Tina & Ashley H in the National Mixed Pairs. The victors play the winners …
Just bumped into Ann Barrett at West Ealing enjoying her first trip out at the club for 5 months. She said to say hello to everyone there and wishes everyone well i their remaining comps. If she can get a lift down to the Double Rink Final at West Ealing next Saturday and/or the Walker …
Cambridge Park are hosting the Walker Cup match between Middlesex & Isle of Wight on Sunday 10th July. Play starts at 12 noon and supporters will be very welcome. The team, who will be wearing the new Middlesex county kit (whoopee!), are Janine Bancroft (West Ealing), Nadine Mullins, Cathy Taylor & Ann Halliday (Cambridge Park; …
For those of you who remember Pat White, a former President of Middlesex who played out of West Ealing, we heard that she passed away on Tuesday. There are no more details regarding the funeral but Jacquie E will post the details on the Middlesex Ladies section of the County website for anyone who would …
Firstly, we’ll done to our SML team who drew 2-2 on rinks with Hampton yesterday. Unfortunately, the shot difference was not in our favour so Kevin K’s Hampton team took the win. On to Saturday. We are hosting the Middlesex Ladies Pairs quarter and semi finals at the Club. Play starts at 10:00 and …
Good luck to everyone playing this afternoon … Audrey, Alasdair, Andrew, Bernard, Joan, Gym, Shaf, Karen, Tony, Scott, Stella K & Gordon, with Ray & Roy on the subs bench 2.30 pm start for anyone wanting to go along and watch.
After the County match v Staines last Wednesday, Sarah was awarded her Middlesex Colts’ Badge by Dee Hardy. I believe Sarah gets the full County Badge quite soon. Congratulations, Sarah, you have definitely earned the award. Sarah & Lucy were in action on Sunday morning in the National Ladies Pairs v Tricia & Dawn. It …
Hi, Norman, May I thank you, on behalf of Middlesex, for volunteering Cambridge Park facilities to Bowls England for their promotional filming day. Thanks also go to all the Cambridge Park members who turned up and were a great backdrop and possible part of the montage of photos that will be on BE’s social media …
Good luck to Ann, Cathy & Nadine in the quarter finals of the Middlesex Ladies Triples tomorrow at North London BC. They play Sue Apperly & team from Bush Hill Park. Other club teams are Mandy Simpson (Ladygate) who plays Joan Kirk (Hurlingham Park); Ann Middleton (Milll Hill) v Lisa Hanby (North London) ; and …
Disappointing for both the men’s and adies’ teams today with each of our teams only winning one rink (Well done to Gillian Taylor, Nadine, Sue Apperley & Cathy on the ladies side.) It would appear that both greens that were played on today were tricky with multiple green or brown patches, making the weight really …
There was further news about today … So, get your bright summer clothes and suncream on, bring your friends and neighbours and come on down to the Club today. Non members and visitors very welcome!
Some exciting news! Bowls England will be coming down to the Club tomorrow (Friday) to do some filming. Please could as many of you come down whether you’re playing or just watching. Wear bright casual clothes bearing in mind, it will be very hot. (Swimsuits would be going a bit too far!) Dig out those …
In case you hadn’t spotted them yet (although some of you have), the draws for the Club Competitions are up on the noticeboard. Well done to Brian Curwood for all the effort he’s put in to the comps. Please support him by playing your games by the deadlines! Good to see Roy E & …
Happy Birthday to Cathy for today. We hope you have a lovely day!
Following the Middlesex Ladies Two-Bowl early rounds yesterday, four of our ‘girls’ have made it through to the final 16 of the competition. Congratulations to Ann H, Audrey, Janice and Dawn who all made it to the next stage on Sunday 3rd July at Hendon. Cathy, Karen & Ange went out in the first round …
Happy Birthday, Gerry! We hope you enjoyed your lunch yesterday and look forward to seeing you at Cambridge Park soon! With love from all of us.
This morning, several of the girls will be at the Middlesex Two Bowls Singles comp for Areas 3&4 at Hayes B C. At home, starting at 10:00 am, two Mixed Fours will be playing Bishop Duppas the the Tony Alcock Trophy at C P. supporters and spectators welcome at both venues. And finally, Belated Happy …
Congratulations to the ladies who won the semi-final of the Middlesex Double Rink yesterday. They play North London in the Final at West Ealing on 2nd July. Supporters welcome.
Today, our ladies are out in force again v Winchmore Hill in the Middlesex Ladies Double Rink. Our home side play at 10:00 and the away team at midday. Odd, but permissible under the rules. This afternoon, the club have a team heading off to Sunbury for the South Middlesex League. Play starts there at …
There were wins for Lucy & Kevin as well as Dawn & Paul C in the National Mixed Pairs and a win for our Ladies in the National Top Club this weekend. Well done! However I think the biggest triumph was the brilliant concert from Buckingham Palace which started with that wonderful tea party with …
Sarah, Tricia & Lucy will be battling out v Ann, Cathy & Nadine (think that’s right!) this afternoon at 4.00 pm. It will be a good game to watch if anyone wants to be out in the sunshine.
Pinch, punch, first of the month. White rabbits. Flamin’ June! Seems to be a pretty chilly and damp start to the month! This afternoon, we take on Staines in another South Middlesex League match. Thanks to everyone who signed up. Have a great game and I hope to post very positive news tomorrow!
A good game in the National Mixed Fours last night in pretty heavy rain with a good win for Andy H, Teresa, Ange & Dave P v Sarah, Dawn, Gym & Kevin L. Good luck to them in the next round against Kerry’s team from Ashford. Well done to Norman who yet again was on …
We drew! We’ll sort of! It was 2-2 on rinks but Hampton won the extra points because the overall shot score was 68-66 in their favour! it was a good afternoon albeit in a chilly wind and we were well looked after by Kevin K and his merry men and women! Norman, Jean, Steve …
We managed a win yesterday against Bury Lodge in the Middlesex Double Rink. The home team of Sarah, Lucy, Nadine & Jean seemed to be ahead right from the start, unlike Dawn, Ange, Cathy & Ann who just couldn’t quite get it and when we were holding 6, the opposing skip crept in off a …
Happy birthday Kevin L and good luck to him and the other Middlesex chaps in the Home Counties v Hampshire today. They’re playing at Bannister Park and hoping to win in they way they did last Saturday!
Good luck to Laurence as he attempts the Ride London-Essex 100 Mile Bike Ride. The charity for which he is collecting is Prostate Cancer. If you feel you could give Prostate Cancer a bit of a boost and Laurence’s legs a bit of a spur on to complete the course, the link is here https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/2022-ridelondon-8218 …
… at the really pretty hanging baskets along the front of the clubhouse. Many thanks to Margaret Barnes for yet again producing a lovely show which will be even lovelier as the next weeks go along. Thanks Margaret.
Its the start of the Middlesex Men’s competitions tonight with the Men’s Triples for Steve, Norman and …. wait for it …. Mike Cooper but they didn’t play after all as the opposition couldn’t get a team together! It’s a high pollen day today, so don’t forget your antihistamines before you leave the house. and …
Another week whizzing by and it’s been busy with one thing and another. Wins in the Ladies Triples for Ann H And Sarah’s teams putting them on opposing sides next Thursday nd June. Both Sarah and Ann’s Fours are through in the Fours having played their ties early. Fortunately they do not meet each other …
Good news on the Ladies’ Pairs front. Sarah & Lucy had, what they describe as ‘a scrappy’ game but managed a win Ann H & Cathy also won. The roving reporter (ie on the next rink) reported that Janice & Marie were 0-11 when she arrived. Managed to pull back to 18-18 and on the …
Happy Birthday to Ray V and Brian C for today! Beated Happy Birthday to Ann H for yesterday and advance Happy Birthday to Norman for Monday; Ange and twin Susie on Tuesday; and Kevin L next weekend!
Of course it will be friendly this afternoon but the Middlesex Ladies (well represented by Cambridge Park badged players) will be going out guns a-blazing v the Middlesex Men! We’re anticipating a good match, excellent bowling and a great amount of banter between our endeavours to get a win! The bar will be open so …
Despite it being their Centenary year, and although it was friendly in the true meaning of the word, we managed to clock up a 2.5-1.5 set win in the R&B League yesterday. Along with their usual warm welcome, we were treated to a selection of songs by members of the London Welsh Male Voice Choir …
Good luck to Kevin L and the other members of the Middlesex Home Counties team playing this morning at Ladygate v Bucks. Good luck to our team too as we play Mid Surrey away at Old Deer Park in the Richmond & Barnes League this afternoon. The Friday league went well last night and the …
Well done to Audrey who was presented with her County Badge by Maureen Lawford after the game by Framlingham Castle yesterday. Congratulations also to Christine Macleod from Brentham, who was presented with her Colt’s Badge . Further congratulations to Norman & Steve who won their Senior Men’s Pairs. A good day on all accounts!
There will be a great National Senior Pairs at lunchtime today in the sunshine and the bar will be open for those wishing to enjoy a drink whilst watching bowls. Steve & Norman take on Kevin K & Richard D(?) in the first round. Mixed Pairs Results with first round or second round wins for …
From David Hale … On Monday 16th May, the Cambridge Park ‘NPL’ afternoon League started. We got off to a good start, with 8 teams from various clubs participating. The weather was largely fine, with just a small interruption for a 5 minute shower. The green played well, particularly for this stage in the season. When …
Congratulations to Teddington who got the best of us yesterday in the rain at Cambridge Park. They coped better than we did but we hope to redress the balance when we play them again both in the R&B League as well as the South Middlesex League. Top rink was a draw for Gym, Gordon, Tricia …
The updated Fixture List is on the Calendar page. Hard copies will be up on the noticeboard on Monday evening. Match sign up sheets for June will also be on the Board on Monday evening. Well done to Ray V for all his work on this. Thanks.
We had a good afternoon yesterday but lost to Ashford who put out a very strong side, full of County players. None of their ladies made it into their team. Well done to Scott, Stella K, Lucy & Norman who had a neck-and-neck game all the way through and came out with a 2 shot …
Norman was in the top and only winning rink when Middlesex played Bucks yesterday at West Ealing. After the match, Norman was awarded his full County Badge along with Keith Urzell from Bishop Duppas. Congratulations to both!
Unfortunately our first South Middlesex League match this afternoon had to be cancelled as we didn’t have enough players. Our ladies will be out in force in the first round of the Middlesex Ladies Pairs this afternoon and evening. Good luck and play well. The weather should have been better than it was for the …
Lots of May birthdays so best wishes to Jacquie, Marie, Ray, Ann H, Ange & Dawn – for a start. We hope that those of you have had your birthdays had a good day and those awaiting the day with eager excitement that it will be all that you hope for.
… to all the ladies playing the first round of the Middlesex Fours competition today.
Second week of the outdoor season and the National Competitions have started already and all against Ashford teams! Wins in the Mixed Pairs for Jean & Norman (23-9); by 4 shots, Ange & Dave P; and Sarah, Gym, Kevin L & Dawn in the Mixed Fours (16-15). Good luck in the second rounds. With the …
Chris Young will be at Cambridge Park from 11.00 to 2.00 pm today with his Bowlswear Direct Roadshow. You might need a new pair of shoes, look at some sample bowls, buy some more chalf, gloves, measures etc. so come along have a look while the Roadshow is Directly on our doorstep! The MIddlsesex …
The Friday night league starts tonight and how wonderful is that it’s going to be warm! I believe the caterers will be there to cook fish and chips too Well done to Brian C for all the organisation. David H has organised the Monday afternoon league which starts on 13th May. Many thanks to both …
Norman is organising some helpers for Sunday – to welcome the Middlesex ladies and any guests who may like bacon rolls and teas/coffees throughout the morning. There should be around 59-60 people at the club so friendly faces and a good pair of hands would be greatly appreciated. Please could you let Norman know if …
…. whether you’re out for coffee, playing the piano, running a marathon or playing in the Mixed Friendly v Hurlingham Club at CP this afternoon at 2.30 pm! Good luck to Ray and the team.
Thanks to Mel via Sarah from the coaching course for the warming up and stretching exercises we can all do even before we step on the green. Warm Up and Cool Down__ Exercises Give them a go. If there’s anything you don’t understand, please ask Sarah, Scott or Dave P and they will explain.
The green will be closed all of Monday morning as Trevor is getting on with the maintenance repairs from the dastardly Mr Fox’s digging! We’ll have a roll up 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm, so if you haven’t dusted your outdoor bowls off yet, please do so and come along and join us!
We were sorry to hear that Kim Webb, who did our indoor season catering for many years, passed away yesterday. Our sympathies go out to Kerry, Martin & Ellie Payne at this sad time.
I know you all know it’s polling day, but newer members may be unaware that the Clubhouse is used as a local polling station. If you’re intending to have a roll up – which would be a good show case for bowls and the club – please only use the main door and changing room …
But don’t be deceived, it’s chilly out there! If you’re coming to the roll up at 11.00 am this mornng, make sure you’re warm. Traffic around Twickenham will be busy all day as it’s the Army & Navy annual match. This afternoon I’m putting the entries in for the Middlesex Indoor Competitions for 2022/23, so …
Congratulations to Kevin Liffen who has been selected for the upcoming Home Counties Middlesex v Bucks match on 21st May. In 2021 Kevin was selected for his first Home Counties game then tested positive for Covid on the morning of the match, so missed out. We’ve got everything crossed for him this time and wish …
Because of the rugby at Twickenham and other events, I’m cancelling this Saturday afternoon’s roll up. If anyone would like to roll up from 11:00-1.00 on Saturday then please come and join me.
Gooooooooo! We have started playing outdoors now with our first match on Sunday 1st May v Masonians at home. Just need 5 more players. There are outdoor roll ups today and Friday from 10.00-12.00, Thursday evening at 6.00 pm. If the traffic from the rugby is putting you off on Saturday afternoon, we can …
A great time was had by all who came along on Saturday afternoon. The sun shone down, the birds were singing the green was pretty good once we all got the hang of less green and a lot more weight than indoors! Good to see Mike C, Ron B & Graham K spectating for all …
Hope you have a lovely day! (Photo from 2021 birthday!)
I think most of you will have received your subs invoices by now. If you haven’t please speak to Ange. The best option for paying is direct from your bank account to the Cambridge Bowling & Sports Club bank account. Details on your invoice. Use the invoice number as the reference. Second best option is …
Well done to Margaret Barnes. She’s been clicking those knitting needles together and raised a cluck of chicks …. all in a goodcause – The Ukraine Red Cross Appeal. Thanks to everyone who supported Margaret’s hard work. Brilliant! Good luck to everyone who will benefit too.
I hope you don’t come across any dragons today. Outdoor roll up this afternoon starting at 2.00 pm. Make sure you have a warm top on. It doesn’t look as if it will rain, but the windchill will make it feel about 12C. There are crumpets for afters or maybe Crumpet singular if there are …
Get your fleeces and waterproof jackets out! Will it deter us? You can bet your bottom dollar it won’t! New members welcome too if you suffer from tree pollen, you’ll need antihistamines today as the count is high. For those not bowling today, come along for a roll up tomorrow starting at 2.00 pm
Weather looks ok-ish for Saturday 23rd, so if any of you want to get your outdoor bowling arm going, we’ll have a roll up from 2.00 pm. You’ll probably need a fleece and maybe a jacket but we can warm up with a hot drink or beer afterwards. I won’t put a sign up sheet …
Trevor is happy for us to bowl outside from this Friday 22/04. Please do not use Rinks 1&6 as the fox seems to prefer those so Trevor is busy repairing the damage Roll ups will be as usual on weekday mornings . The Friday Leagues will start on 6th May I’ll find out the start …
Just to let you know we still do not have a confirmed date for opening the outdoor green. I will post the date as soon as Trevor has given the go-ahead (I know we’re all itching to get out there ASAP and before we get cold weather again!) Thanks Dawn
Please get your bowls to the Club today, in a box/bag and marked clearly with your name. Or contact Ange if you’re going to drop them round to her house. They are intending to go to Pershore on Wednesday 20th April. Thanks
Now before all your cricket fans out there get your eyes and ears open and alert, I am in fact referring to Melbourne, Australia, where Steven K started a new job and he and his family moved out there just before hte start of our indoor season. He writes:_ It’s been a Fantastic Summer season. …
The Club is closed today but will be open for the Monday Roll up tomorrow. We hope you all enjoy your day in the sunshine and your Easter eggs don’t melt!
Dear Members, As you are all well aware, the costs of Utility bills are going to increase considerably (50% +!) over the next twelve months. At our last Board meeting (all Board minutes are on the Board site by the rink lights cupboard) we considered a variety of options with regards absorbing these costs. These …
The May match sign up sheets will be on the noticeboard today. There will also be 25 copies of the Outdoor Fixture list as it stands on 13 April. Of course, there may be some odd tweaks. If anyone spots anything amiss on the sign up sheets, please let me know! Thanks PS The …
They say it’s going to be 17 C today. This is good news and means we’re looking forward to starting outdoors. Hopefully we’ll get the date for when the green opens very soon as we have both friendly and competition matches at the beginning of May and the Friday Leagues will be starting. Here are …
Well done to Kevin and his band of merry men and girls who had a great match with Iver Heath yesterday afternoon. The CP team came out on top with a 95-59 win. We had a few drop out during the week so, with some of us out at Middlesex Finals and others succumbing to …
Congratulations to Ange on a cracking win in the Middlesex Indoor Singles. She was on fire but alas, Angela Frankland, couldn’t find the green for love nor money and only crept onto the scoreboard when 0-17 down. Congratulations to Dave Pitt who won the Men’s SIngles and went on to win the other three finals …
Good luck to everyone playing today, whether it be in the Club match v Iver Heath or in the Middlesex County Indoor Finals. Enjoy. Oh, and don’t be fooled by the early morning absolutely glorious sunshine. It’s only 2C at the moment. Hopefully rising to 10C later on. For those of you and your family …
Unfortunately Dave, John & Ray lost their semi-final yesterday to Folkestone, who went on to take the Over 50s Triples title. However, they will be back in action with added Eldred in the Middlesex County Indoor Finals tomorrow at Century. Also there will be Ange defending her singles title, Ange, Peter, Ian & Dawn contesting …
After their warm up against our lads on Monday night (!), Dave Pitt, John Donoghue and Ray SNellings headed off to Nottingham to pay in the final stages of the Over 50’s Triples. They play a team from Folkestone at 09:30 this morning. You can watch the live scoring although not the actual match on …
Well done to Dave Pitt, John Donoghue and Ray Snelling who are in the quarter-finals of the National Over 50’s Triples at Nottingham. They play Riverain at 1:30 today. Although you can’t physically see the game, you can keep an eye on the live scoring on the competition page – Final Stages – of the …
We’re looking forward to welcoming Iver Heath on Saturday starting at 2.00 pm. Teams (unless there are tweaks) Bernard, Ray V, Alasdair & skip Joan Christine, Malcolm, Cliff & skip Kevin K Ranjani, Brenda D, Tony O’B & skip Gym Shaf, Jacqui, Dave W & skip Richard D Reserves: Stella K, Bob & Frances Captain: …
Well it’s not really Pancake Tuesday but the boys might be feeling a bit flat following last night’s Middlesex Fours semi-final. It was 8-8 after 8 ends. Then they were 10-14 after 14 ends but Dave P, John Donaghue, Ray Snelling and Eldred managed to get a couple of 3’s and a 4 and our …
Well done to Competition Organiser Ange, for a successful Saturday. Winners so far: Ladies Challenge Cup: Ann Bamber (Stella Spaulindg Runner-Up) Men’s Challenge Cup: Andy Hawes (Steve Harbud Runner-Up) Two Bowl Singles: Peter Judge (Dave Pitt Runner-Up) Drawn Mixed Triples: Ray Verralls, Lucy Horan & Dave Pitt (Ange Cumine, Scott Cumine & Peter Twells Runners …
From Ann Macey: To all members who bought raffle tickets, a BIG THANK YOU! We raised £626.00 for Cancer Research. 1st: Hamper: Eileen Jolliffe 2nd: Bottle Brandy – Ann Dale 3rd: Bathroom Hamper – Joan O’Neill and multiple other prize winners! Well done to Peter Twells with his bingo calling and to Ange Banger & …
Before we get on to dabbing or dibbing, commiserations to Dave P, Andy K, Ray S & Colin H who were neck and neck against their opponents in the last 16 of the National Over 60s Fours at Nottingham, then fell at the final end. Hounslow were holding two when the opposition number 3 fired …
After my exciting trip of reaching the last 16 of the Two Bowls competition, it is time to hand over the West London baton to Dave Pitt, Andy Knott, Ray Snelling and Colin Harman in the Over 60’s Fours in Nottingham. Their first match is at 09:30 this morning and you can watch the live …
On Wednesday 20th April, Ange & Jacquie E will be heading off to Pershore with bowls that need date stamping. If you would like them to take your bowls, please leave them at the club just before or just after Easter with your name on. The list of fees here:- https://www.pershorebc.co.uk/content.asp?id=4 There is the standard …
No, alas, we don’t have any of our members competing in these championships being held in Montpelier! During the Beijing Winter Olympics we posted a photo of Gerry in his speed-skating days. He met his wife, Doreen, at Richmond Ice Rink where ice dancing was her speciality. This week would have seen their 70th wedding …
Well done to Ann H in the Club Ladies Singles Semi-FInal yesterday. She now plays Teresa in the Final. Congratulations to Dave & Nina (not Joyce) who beat Barry & Teresa to reach the Middlesex Mixed Pairs Final. Also wel played to everyone yesterday afternoon. There was a lot of fun and good bowls on …
Lots of things going on this weekend. This morning sees the Ladies Club Singles Semi-final between Tina & Ann H and, I believe, Barry & Teresa play Dave P & Joyce W in the Middlesex Mixed Pairs Semi Final. This afternoon we have our penultimate mixed friendly club match v Teddington. (Final mixed friendly v …
What a lovely afternoon to welcome the Chelsea Pensioners yesterday. And, what a lovely afternoon for them to greet us with music and marching! Thanks to David Hale for the video. I gather it was a good afternoon but the CP members had the strong advantage of regularly playing indoor bowls. Still that doesn’t stop …
Before Ange zoomed off on a well-deswrved break, she left the schedule for the Finals weekend. We will update with the last few semi-final results at the end of the weekend.
We’re looking forward to seeing The Chelsea Pensioners today (Wednesday 23rd) and a close match, which starts at 2.00 pm. Spectators welcome. The bar will be open all afternoon.
Firstly, a belated Happy Birthday to Jean S! We understand you had a good day with Norman and the family. Yesterday morning, Ange had a great game and won her game comfortably, despite a late surge from Dawn! Andy and Kevin had a good match in the Men’s Challenge Cup with Andy coming out on …
Another week has gone by and the days are getting longer. You don’t need to adjust your clocks until next Saturday night/Sunday morning (also Mother’s Day.) Yesterday there were three semi-finals at the club. Dave P had a slow start against Andy H in the Middlesex Men’s Singles Semi-FInal but eventually came through 21-14. On …
A very tight game on Wednesday afternoon v Egham. 2-2 on rinks (wins for Gym & Laurie’s teams and runners up for Kevin K Pete T’s teams). Well done to all who played. Today, the Middlesex Tourists have come to Falaise IBC. We are a bit earlier than the club expected so are killing time …
Good luck to everyone playing v Egham this afternoon. Next Wednesday, 23rd, the Chelsea Pensioners will be bringing four rinks to play us. There is a sign up sheet on the board, so please put your names up! Middlesex Tourists win by one shot overall yesterday. Apparently, it’s the first time we have had a …
This is what greeted the Middlesex tourists as they flung wide the curtains in Eastbourne this morning! Hope it’s as lovely in Twickenham!
It is beautiful outside today – well so far! It is almost rather chilly but there is a definite hope of spring in the air, which probably also means that the clocks are going to change shortly and we’ll be getting up in the dark again! A couple of results from the weekend… Stella …
It was good to see the green full of club members yesterday morning, all up bright and breezy for the challenges ahead. The teams were very strong across the board so we knew we all had to concentrate very hard if we were going to make it through to the semi-finals in the afternoon. A …
As predicted, it was a very tight game between Steve, Tricia, Tina & Mike against Ange, Dawn, Ian & Peter T last night. The game could have gone either way until Peter T’s four managed to pick up a 5 towards the end of the game, which, as we all know, is really difficult to …
Tonight (Thursday) at 5.00 pm sees the Middlesex Mixed Fours Semi-Final between Tina, Mike, Tricia & Steve v Ange, Dawn, Ian & Peter T. Should be a tight game! Andy H plays Dave Pitt in the semi final of the Middlesex Singles – no date advised as yet. Club competitions are nearly all at semi-final …
The draw for the Open Triples on Saturday is below. (There is rugby on at Twickeham starting at 16:45. Ange will be doing Jacket Potatoes plus fillings following by cake or cheese and biscuits. £5 per person. Visitors also welcome! Please let Ange know by midday on Friday 11th if you would like lunchtime food. …
Well done to everyone who played today. Richmond & Barnes came with two teams from Putney Town, one from Ashford and one from Strawberry Hill. it was a 2-2 draw in rinks , Cambridge Park did have the best overall score. Well done to Karen, Frances, Tony & Dawn for top rink. Our opposition did …
It’s not my want to push myself forward but I was really over the moon to win the Area 11 Final of the National Two Bowl Competition this morning 21-6. This means I’m through to the last 16 in the National Finals event in Nottingham for the first time. Weyhey! I played like a drain …
England are playing Norway now (8.00 am) in the Paralympic Curling round robins. Watch on Channel 4. The schedule for today is here https://www.paralympic.org/beijing-2022/schedule Para Alpine Skiing, Para Ice Hockey and Para Biathlon complete today’s activities.
If you weren’t up at 1.15 am to watch the Open Ceremony from Beijing, head over to Channel 4 at 11.30 am for coverage. I’m sure over the next 9 days, we’ll be amazed by all that can be achieved by many sports people for whom “I can’t” doesn’t exist. If you’re out this morning …
Firstly congratulations to Ange & Dave P who had a win in a very tight game against Laurence & Wolfie in the club Mixed Pairs. Also congratulations to Tina who beat Dawn 21-20 in the Club Singles. If only I’d put my last bowl a yard shorter, I might have done it but Tina clinched …
Well sometimes eyes are alright and sometimes they start failing us. It can happen at any age. My Mum had glaucoma for many, many years and my Dad had Age-Related Macular Degeneration, whilst I’ve had two cataract operations. One of my work colleagues has Macular Degeneration but she’s in her 20’s so it’s certainly not …
Happy to St David’s Day to all our Welsh members and friends. Will you be celebrating locally? What are the traditions? We know about Daffodils, Leeks, Welsh Cakes and Glamorgan Sausages as well as Dylan Thomas, Tom Jones and Cerys Matthews, but what would have been done on this day 40-50 years ago and is …
There were wins for Peter T, Laurence, Andy & Scott this morning in the Fours. There were also wins for Tina and Ange in their respective singles. Alas, Mike & Steve lost to Tim Smith & partner at Century and Peter, Laurence & Bob lost their triples on Thursday night at Herga. In the Club …
Laurence and co are playing in the Middlesex Fours at 10.00 am today. If anyone is around the club area, it’ll be a good game to watch as they take on Mort Mascarenhas’ Four from Herga. Go, go, go …. or rather draw, draw, draw! Yesterday we had a close match, as expected, against …
We’re looking forward to taking on Kevin K and his Hampton team on Saturday morning at 10.00 am. It should be a very competitive match with a considerable amount of banter across the green. (I must remember to bring out the Wrong Bias Certificates! Why have I just thought about that?!) Do pop in …
Thanks to David H for organising and running the club league programme. Here are the results up to 22nd February.
Yet again there are some interesting articles in Bowls International. One this month is by John Rednall, as he reviews the World Bowls Indoor Tournament. Confidence Co-ordination Contrlol Courage Composure Do all those equal a 6th C – Champion? It’s best to read the the article yourselves but it talks of having confidence – when …
Lots of comps coming up with Tina heading off to The Lawns on Friday and Ange to Herga on Saturday playing their Middlesex Singles.. Peter T & Co have the triples and fours this week – one of them on Sunday morning at CP, so pop down and watch. Mike C & Co face Dave …
Words from Eve Muirhead when she and Jen Dodds spoke to Clare Balding on the final BBC2 Beijing Olympics highlight programme. The road to the top is oh, so, so tough. You learn from losing, you wonder whether it’s all worth it or whether you should give up your dream? However, you also learn from …
On Sunday afternoon we welcome Teddington for a mixed friendly. The game starts at 2.00 pm and the bar will be open from 1.00 pm. Spectators are welcome to come inside from the wind and rain, which I believe is forecast! On Saturday, a great day was enjoyed by all at the Club when …
How could we start on time when GBR are playing an extra end for the Olympic Gold Medal in the Curling?! Good to see so many here from afar afield as Wiltshire and Essex as well as closer to home.
The days of hanging a piece of seaweed out of your window to get the weather are long gone. Thanks to technology including GPS systems, the weather forecasts are now much more reliable. Please don’t go out unless you have to. Snuggle down with tea, the Olympics and your favourite films. Of course some will …
GBR have a chance at winning a medal in the Curling as they play USA in the semi-final. They had already made it through to the semi but beat Canada 5-2 this morning. The Ladies are on now (7.00 am) against ROC and are 3-2 up. The girls are playing really well and just have …
I was looking for a workout on YouTube, when this popped up as “recommended for you”. Although it is ‘old’, it was published in April 2021. There are some interesting discussions over technique and delivery from David Bryant, Tony Alcock, Andy Thompson, Ellen Falkner and and Amy Monkton. It’s done in sections, so you don’t …
If you’re awake now (7;00 am), the GBR Men’s team are playing Switzerland and are 3-1 up so far. I think both the men’s and ladie’s teams are lying 3rd in their league round robins. Let’s hope they can capitalise on this and get GBR on the medal table – in whatever colour we can! …
Well done to all those playing today. We had two making their debut – Jacqui L & Karen G – and others playing back end rather than front end. A really good team effort all round. Top Rink were Gym and his girls – Audrey, Jacqui & Ranjani on rink 1. The whole afternoon was …
Newswire: The three T’s are 4-6 over at Camberley after 5 ends in the Area Semi-Final of the Over 50’s Triples. Come on girls! Thanks to Gordon who advised we needed to watch out for roadworks through Twickenham. Corale let us know that there are traffic lights on Richmond Bridge also slowing traffic down. If …
Tina, Tricia & Teresa will be playing the area semi-final of the National Over 50s Triples at Camberley at 10.00 am. and I am sure they would like your support if you’re around the Camberley area . Good luck girls! (There’s a huge flagship M&S nearby to visit post match unless you’re playing against London …
Watch out for any roadworks in the Twickenham area from Saturday (I believe) if you’re coming to the club. You may need to allow extra travel time. We’re looking forward to welcoming London Civil Service on Sunday with another new member making a club match debut – Karen Griffiths. Teams (although we may juggle them …
The Swans are back in Twickenham and the Bushbabies are snuggled up safe and warm, so that’s good! Must dash off to work. Olympics still on the television! Enjoy!
We were a bit bemused last night when the Swans and Bushbabies had taken a night off – maybe looking at a previous schedule. Or maybe the Swans were still celebrating Her Majesty the Queen’s Jubikee down in Windsor whilst the Bushbabies were looking forward to a trip to Australia (with appropriate jabs and visas?! …
Well done to Laurie G & Andy in the Club Pairs. It sounds like a reallygood game between them and Mike & Steve. Haven’t heard from Kevin K yet, wo was playing away at Herga in a Middlesex comp. The Curling Mixed Pairs semi-final is today and the GBR team heard yesterday that they had …
Our England duo seem to be doing really well in the Mixed Curling and it would be good to see them in the semi-final at midday on BBC1. The speed skating reminded me of Gerry – below – in 1950. No sign of head to toe lycra in those days. I am sure the skates …
Various competitions were being played this week, with Club Competition wins for Ange in Ladies Singles, Dave P in Two Bowl Singles, Ann H & Peter J in the drawn Mixed Pairs, Lucy & Kevin L in Mixed Pairs. for a start. Kevin K & Richard D had a marathon on Friday night against Steve …
Well I hope you had more luck watching yesterday’s events. I drew up a blank last night apart from live Ladies Ice Hockey. I can never see the puck so don’t enjoy it so much. Anyway, today the Opening Ceremony plus is on BBC1 at 11.30 am until 2.00 pm. Clare Balding has a round …
We are getting spoilt for sport at the moment. A great start for England in the Winter Olympics even before the games officially start! The ice version of bowls, well sort of! No brushes on our greens please! You can find the first Mixed Pairs match v Sweden on YouTube. (I cllicked the ‘share’ button …
Unfortunately Teddington can’t get a team out this Sunday, but we have two more opportunities to play them this season.
Congratulations to Peter T, Gym, Bob and Peter J who, in various combinations, won their Middlesex Triples v Hounslow (on the last bowl on the final end – wow!) and in the Fours v Century. Well done, chaps. Keep going so we can report more results like these! Alas, the trio went into second place …
From the Bowls England website 28 January 2022 BIRMINGHAM 2022: HERE WE GO! 28th January, 2022 by Rob Short We are thrilled to confirm our Team England squad for the Commonwealth Games later this year. This year’s Games are once in a generation opportunity to increase participation in bowls in this country, using the profile and endeavours …
Today’s question! Wearing a face covering does protect others, that’s a given. Will you continue to wear yours even when you don’t have to? TFL and assorted supermarkets don’t seem to be relaxing their rules although I believe Morrisons are. Would that stop you from shopping there? We have become so accustomed to wearing a …
I’d like to report a semi-final win. Of course I would, but, alas, it was close but no cigars or anything else for that matter! We had a tight game with one or the other only scoring 1 shot each end for the first 2/3 of the match. However, when you’re 12-7 up, it’s not …
In my haste to get the post up yesterday before dashing off to work, I forgot to thank Jane behind the bar and Frances, Lucy, Brenda, Bob and the others who helped after the match on Sunday. Apologies. This week there are assorted club, county and national competition matches going on both at Cambridge Park …
Today the family and friends of Carol Curwood will say their sad goodbyes for a wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother. The service will be at Hanworth Crematorium at 10.50 this morning. A tough day for Brian and the family but there will be opportunities to remember the happy times and days of her life afterwards …
We had a great afternoon with the London Welsh with the usual mixture of tip top shots and some that were to be consigned to the waste bin for ever! We had a 3-1 rink win plus overall shots on the green. London Welsh ran away with the raffle though Lucy did hold CP up …
I hope some of you managed to watch yesterday’s matches from Potters. The Paul Foster v Wayne Willgress game was brilliant! Worthy of a final. Wayne has vocal supporters and they certainly liven the arena up. No chance of a snooze! ‘Tatty’ Marshall who had comfortably dispatched both Nick Brett and Greg Harlow was on …
Today sees the quarter-final and semi-finals of the Club Mixed Drawn Triples 2022. Play starts at 9.30 for the quarter-final and 2.00 pm for the semi-finals. Equally as exciting is the bowls from Potters with the semi-finals of the Under 25 Singles as well as the semi-finals of the Open Singles. Watch on the BBC …
Actually to be more precisem the LONDON Welsh are coming! A full 4 rink match all at Cambridge Park. We are all really looking forward to the match. Please come along and watch. The bowls and banter across the teams will be in full swing and, if we’re lucky, we’ll get serenaded by Luigi after …
After the conclusion of the Ladies’ Match Play Championship yesterday with Katherine Rednall coming away with a win over Alison Merrien, it’s the the boys today to play their quarter finals ramping up to the big match on Sunday afternoon. Morning: (from 10:00am) – on the BBC Red Button/Facebook/YouTube Open Singles – Wayne Willgress vs Mervyn King (9) (Quarter-Final (SQF1)) …
Having delivered a sparkling performance against Paul Foster MBE, Katherine Rednall was not on the same platform against Sandra Bailie yesterday. “It’s all on the day” you cry. How true. Katherine did win comfortably as score levels go, but some ends the heads were like a scattering of marbles. Sandra didn’t have her best game …
I caught up with the Paul Foster MBE/Katherine Jenkins match last night. If you’ve always been told “bowls is a drawing game”, then this was a demonstration of how how true that statement can be and what brilliant play by both bowlers. Catch it on YouTube if you can. Today’s schedule:- Morning: (from 10:00am) on …
There should be a great match on the red button at 10.00 am this morning with Paul Foster MBE plays Katherine Rednall in the Open Singles. After that, matches and highlights on BBC2 from 1.00 – 5.15 pm. Morning: (from 10:00am) – on the red button/YouTube/Facebook Open Singles – Paul Foster MBE (5) vs Katherine Rednall (Round 2 (16) S19) …
Good news for those without Facebook and YouTube as the World Indoor Bowls Championships 2022 will be on the BBC2 untilthe close of the tournament. It’s on the red button from 10.00-11.30 this morning and even more live on BBC2 from 1.00 – 5.15 pm. Whoopee! Anybody heard about the current Wolf Moon? It’s …
Mixed results so far this weekend. Alas, our chaps didn’t beat Egham in the L&SC Challenge Shield on Friday night but they did come a lot closer than in previous encounters. There was a good win on Steve G’s rink and Kevin’s were only 3 shots behind at the end having had a neck-and-neck game …
Give the television a break tonight and come watch our boys play Egham in the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield! Two rinks home, two away, starting at 6.30 pm. At the same time , six of the girls are playing each other in the O50’s National Triples. it would be lovely to have supporters!
Fro those of you who have access to Facebook and YouTube, how are you getting on with the World Indoor Bowls? I haven’t watched very much but I did catch up on Robert Paxton v David Bolt last night then Jamie Chestney v Jamie Walker live. David Bolt was on fire with his drawing and …
We heard that Carol Curwood passed away last week. She was a bowler originally, then after she became ill, was a great supporter of Brian and events at the club and sparkles when she had all her family around her. They will feel her loss with great sadness. Deepest sympathies to Brian, Daniel and all …
I’m not sure if you’re all keeping up with the World Bowls. It is streamed live on their Facebook page and I will add liks toour Facebook page if I catch them – howver, my job comes first and it’s busy! Sorry to see Greg Harlow & Nicky Brett go our last night. Stewart Anderson …
Thanks to Ange for organising these finals under difficult circumstances and also for doing all the catering. Well done to everyone who played and those who spectated and helped Ange out with the washing up and clearing up! It was a very long day for most of us!
Unfortunately, despite our best efforts, 2-2 in rinks does not class as a draw and we came second yesterday. At 5 ends, we were level pegging. At 10 ends , we were 2 down. At 15 ends, we were only 1 behind. Then, I’m not sure quite what happened. Did we lose concentration? Did Folkestone …
Has anyone had any time to watch the first day’s matches?
It wasn’t a good week for Fours as both Kevin K’s men’s four and Ange’s Ladies’ Four came second in our matches against Dave Pitt and Kylie Jenkin’s teams. The three Ts (Tina, Tricia & Teresa) are battling out their triples against Egham (again!) tonight so we hope they come out on top! Ann B …
It’s very brrrrr out there today. From tomorrow you will have a bit of an excuse to stay in as the World Indoor Bowls Championships will be screened from Potters on the WIBC Facebook channel. I haven’t checked but the matches have previously come up on YouTube, so if any of you know this is …
If anyone would like to come and watch the ladies play Fokestone on Saturday, please be at the Club by 7.50 am latest. We have a 52 seater coach and it would be lovely to have some more supporters coming along! If you would like to come, please let me know – dawnslaughter60@icloud.com
Somewhat delayed and crammed into one day due to the ladies success in the Yetton Plate. Well done to Ange for getting these sorted!
On top of everything else going on, we have some mixed friendlies coming up in the next 5 weeks. Sign up sheets will be on the board on Wednesday. It’ll be good to play some other clubs again! All 2.00 pm start and, unless other advised, will be whites with club shirts. Saturday 15th January …
Having got it all together and confirmed, Steve G then had to move the date to accommodate Surrey’s Liberty Trophy game.
Have you made any? Have you broken any now that it’s 3rd January? Spill the beans!
Well, it’s the second day of the new year. What has changed? It’s quite warm – not as hot as Spain, obviously, but they say the current 16 C temp is on a par with mid May. Should we be bowling outdoors then? I caught up with “”Wogan, Now You’re Talking” on Channel 5 (originally …
Wishing all our members, families and friends a very Happy and Definitely Healthy 2022. Raising a glass to all of you tonight, because, without you, we would not have a club. Thanks for all your support during 2021. if you’re still awake at midnight, here are Dougie MacLean’s words for you. Should auld acquaintance be …
Competitions are under way again. Dawn started off like a steam train against Doreen H from Egham in the National Over 60’s, then with the surprise, she diverted into the sidings and couldn’t get back on track despite best efforts of the Fat Controller inside her head. Well done to Doreen though. It was a …
I had an email yesterday from M&S. New Year’s Eve Dine In Meal Deal. That’s kind of them. Although we could all go out tomorrow night, how many of us are weighing up the pros and cons and have decided to stay in? New Year’s Eve parties were best when they involved fancy dress, lemonade, …
The space between Christmas and New Year where you don’t know … what day it is; who you are; or what you’re supposed to be doing! I’ll give you a clue … It’s Wednesday, as I’m back to work! PS I have not got Rink 1 booked at 2.00 pm today – I’m …
Norman & Jean sent over their morning view in Spain … Certainly looks pretty stunning! They say it’s about 18c which is a good bowling temperature!
It is Monday, in case you wondering. It’s grey. It’s misly but not that cold. A good time to get out for a short walk and some fresh air and give the old tv eyes a rest! It will also get you away from the smell of turkey and that risotto, curry or whatever you’re …
Wishing all our members, their family and friends a very Happy Christmas. I hope you have an enjoyable day with presents, food, fun and laughter! (complete with a negative Lateral Flow Test result)
‘Twas the morn before Christmas and all through the club Not a creature was stirring, not there nor the pub. The stockings were hung as in days of old In the hope that Santa would fill them with bowls. The bowlers were all snuggled tight in their beds Whilst dreams of hotshots soared through their …
Giving time, giving a present, giving to people or organisations that would welcome the odd £5 if you can spare it. Yet again, Gill and Peter Chapman have been up and down ladders to light up their house for the benefit of all those who can get to see it – in Crane Way, not …
My neighbour left his flat in shorts and flip flops this morning, whilst his girlfriend was wrapped up to the nines in wooly hat, gloves, scarf, puffa jacket, boots. I remarked for him, at least, it must be summer ! Today is the pinnacle of shortest daylight hours as, from tomorrow, it starts getting lighter. …
Christmas comes but once a year … and some years are easier than others! Last year was pretty awful for most people. This year should be more relaxed except it probably won’t be with the omicron threat around. We’ll find ourselves sitting around the edges of the room dressed in winter coats with the windows …
Thank you for keeping us in touch with all that’s happening at Cambridge Park. Lovely to see the photo’s of your Christmas Party on Sunday. Unfortunately ours down here has been cancelled for obvious reasons. John & I wish everyone at Cambridge Park, especially those who remember us, a good Christmas a healthy 2022. My …
Stuck for a Christmas present for a bowler? Mark Royal has brought the Potters shop Roadshow down to the Open Singles Competition at Egham tomorrow. It should be open from 9.00 am to 2.00 pm if Mark gets through to the final which is at 4.00 pm. Bowls, clothes, shoes, accessories – a full complement …
A great win v Watford this morning. Everyone at CP played very well. Thanks to Laurence who ventured onto the green following his knee op. Hope there are no repercussions over the next couple of days. We also hope that Brian’s back doesn’t give him further gip after he had to pull out of the …
Play well this morning and enjoy the game at home nad at Watford! If you’re near the club, please drop in and support the team. The bar will be open and we can do teas and coffees!
It’s the boys’ turn this weekend as they play Watford IBC in the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield. Four rinks. Two home, two away. Play starts at 10.00 am at both venues and supporters will be very welcome. Thanks.
By this time next Wednesday, the daylight hours will have just started to increase. Hooray!
Well done to Ange, Scott, Ann & Terry, Jane, Gordon, Jacquie and Marie for all their help at the Christmas Lunch/Party yesterday. The new caterers – Terry (not M!) and Paul – did a great job and the meal was thoroughly enjoyed by all. The atmosphere was jolly and Christmassy and we all felt well …
What a brilliant effort from everyone today. Three good wins and the fourth would have got there if they’d had to play the final two ends. The total was 98-54. Top rink 35-9 Tricia, Frances, Ann B & Teresa – wow! The Havering club had 8 rinks and was quite a bit longer than Cambridge …
Come along and give our girls some support in the Yetton Plate (3rd round) v Havering. 10.00 am start. Next Saturday (18th), the boys will be out in force v Watford in the London & Southern Counties Challenge Shield. They would like your support too! Christmas Lunch tomorrow (12th) for those who have booked is …
As promised, we’re back on bowls news today. The ladies venture forth into the next round of the Yetton Plate. New opponents to CP members – Havering, based near Romford. The two away rinks have an early start from Cambridge Park! Home: Sarah, Ann D, Lucy & Jean Tricia, Frances, Ann B & Teresa Away: …
Christmas movies. We could look at the best and worst of these. It’s surely got to be more upbeat than another Christmas talking about covid, government, shopping or even the weather! Whilst ironing, I watched Christmas in Vienna one week and Christmas in Yorkshire last weekend. Have you seen them? There seems to be a …
Hot on the heels of a brilliant week away, the organiser baton has been handed over to Mike Cooper for 2022! There is a sign up sheet at the Club if you are interested in going. There is also a booking form you can download here 211204 – Potters Booking Form 2022 The basic price …
The Club was really busy with all rinks on the go this morning with two club semi-finals seeing Peter & Audrey come through against Kevin K & Sheila C in the Mixed Pairs and Mike C & Brian N getting a victory over Ann B & Bernard W in the Open Pairs. On rink 3, …
Two National comps this morning and a club men’s pairs all starting at 10.00 am. There wasn’t a notice up, but if anyone wants to come down for a mixed drive from 2.00 pm – 4.00 pm, you’re very welcome. It’s sunny outside, so a good morning to get some fresh and some extra steps …
We received an email with some updated guidelines from the EIBA, which we will implement at the club. Please could you wear a face covering when entering/moving around/exiting the club. If you are bowling or drinking/eating, it’s fine to leave the covering off. This will help all of us help all our members to try …
Pinch, punch for the first of the month! White rabbits! Has the first chocolate behind Door 1 on the Advent Calendar been consumed yet? I gather there are some alcoholic Advent Calendars, so I hope you’re all waiting until the sun is over the yard arm to open that door today! We put our Christmas …
We were extremely sad to learn of the passing of Dave Baker in the earlier this month. He was such a lovely soul both on and off the Teddington and Cambridge Park greens and very caring, with a very good sense of humour and a ready smile for all. The time to bid him farewell …
Another busy day with Laurence & Peter J on opposing sides (yet again – 4th time in 23 weekends!) in the Men’s Pairs this morning at 10.00 am and Tricia & Teresa play Tina & Dawn in the National Ladies Pairs also at 10.00 am at CP. We play a mixed friendly v London Civil …
Happy Birthday to our chief fund-raiser! We hope you have a lovely day getting spoiled by the family for both your birthday and your wedding anniversary celebrating many years of marriage to Terry!
We did it! It was a Tournament win for Tina, Mike, Laurence & Dawn at Potters! To be fair, the opposition helped us with one of them being hungover, hwich didn’t help their team spirit, and the two brothers playing at 3 and skip not seeing eye-to-eye on shot choice. That apart, we played well …
Well, what an afternoon and evening yesterday. Kevin, Scott, Carole & Ray K had a great comeback from 2-9 down to an end score of 9-10 reducing their opponents shot difference which helped our teams Joan, Bernard, Stella & Barry claimed victory over a team who had won their previous 3 games So, Dave P, …
Another win for Joan, Bernard, Stella & Barry this morning as well as Harry, Bob, Frances & Frances and Andy, Patsy, Carole & Jim. Brilliant stuff. Kevin, Scott, Carole & Ray K lost by 1 shot (yet again) but considering they were 2-9 down and only lost 9-10, that was Ana amazing comeback! Shame the …
We know you’re going to have a great day at Potters! All the teams are playing at 9.20 am then most of us are playing again at 3.25 pm although 3 unlucky ones will have to get up early tomorrow morning for their final league game. Top 16 teams go through. So far 12 teams …
Firstly everyone arrived safely yesterday, so all good in that front. Secondly, the bowls tournament has been fun. We have all played 2 rounds of our leagues and have had many tight games. Good wins today for Dave P, Ann H, Ange and Ann; Sarah, Dee Hardy ( who didn’t know when she was playing …
Well done to Peter J who crept up from behind and just overtook Laurence in the semi-final to win 21-19. There were some great bowls going up the green. Well done to the 3 T’s , Tina, Tricia & Teresa who beat the SAD team (Sarah, Ange & Dawn) in the National Triples this morning. …
Busy morning, this morning. Coaching at 9.30 am; at 10.00 am Peter J v Laurence G – 2020 semifinal of Men’s Championship; Tina, Tricia & Teresa v Ange, Sarah & Dawn in National Triples. Roll up – 2.00 – 4.00 pm this afternoon. For those going to Potters tomorrow who want to leave their luggage …
Well done to everyone who played and those who supported. That was a great win. 81-68. Next stop is v Havering in the last 32 in the whole country. Crikey! We might have to play on a neutral green. Put 11th December in your diaries!
The girls are out in force this morning when they play Croydon in the Yetton Plate. Two rinks home, two away with play starting at 10.00 am. Please come along and support at home. It really helps. Last night I was sorry to miss the match between Tricia & Teresa and Sarah & Lucy. The …
In the EIBA National Individual Competitions, we seem to have come off in second place every time this week in the Men’s Pairs, the Men’s Fours and the Mixed Fours, so let’s go forward to the weather for next week! Twickenham is looking at temperatures between 6 and 10 C, with more sunny days than …
Wednesday, regarded as the midpoint of a typical working week. “it’s hump day and perhaps the toughest day of the week for you” Is Wednesday classed as a hump day if you don’t work – either as a retired person or otherwise? How do you break up your week? Is Thursday your mid-week day? It …
Congratulations to Peter Twells, who won the 2020 club semi-finals of the Two Bowl Singles 21-20 v Roy Ebinezar and Peter Judge who beat Laurence 21-19. Both matches went to 31/32 ends, so you can tell how close they were. The markers went home exhausted! On the National comps, Tina & Dawn managed to beat Ann …