March 2021   

January -February 2021 

runners-up team

Champion 4's winners28th February: The team of Bernadette Stone (s), Noelene Crow, Jennifer Wakefield and Jen Stone played Marie Cummings (s), Colleen Gloster Wendy Stone and Raelene Winslow with a narrow win going to Marie's team.

Bowls Sunraysia Ladies Championship Fours will be played off at Ouyen 13^th and 14^th March.

 Social Bowls Saturday 27^th February, in perfect weather for bowls, sixteen played Pairs with Marie Cummings and Ron Elliott enjoying a win.

Saturday 20^th February. Yet another hot day forecast, so word went out for anyone interested in playing at 9am. Ten bowlers enjoyed 2 games of eight ends in the cool of the morning. Colleen Gloster and Scott Braemer won their two games and were declared winners.

Sunraysia’s Ladies Singles Champion of Champions, Marie Cummings played at Murray Downs Sunday 21^st February in the Murray Mallee Region Championships play off. Marie played a young lass from Tooleybuc. They had a close contest throughout the game with little difference in the scores. On the twenty sixth end Marie took the lead, 20/19, but her opponent took out the next four ends to run out the winner. As Marie said “It was a tough game”. Well done Marie. The Underbool Bowls Club are proud of your efforts.

The Club held a Twilight Bowls Trophy event on Wednesday 3^rd February with Trophies and other items donated by Warwick Gloster. Eighteen players enjoyed an evening on the green.

winners : Ray, Les and JohnWinners on 56 ½ points were John Cummings (s) Les Stone and Ray Gloster. Runners/up were Howard Crothers (s) Raelene Winslow and Ron Elliott with 55 ½ points.

Alan Willsmore won roll to the ditch. Adam Kelly, Scott Braemer and Callum Winslow were presented with encouragement gifts in anticipation of their future involvement with the Club. There were lots of other treats and surprises.

runners'up : Howard, Raelene and RonMany thanks to Warwick Gloster for his generous sponsorship. The club has certainly benefitted from the evening.

Social bowls on Saturdays

6^th February fourteen played - Alan Stone, Ray Gloster and Dorothy Brown won with 64 points.

30^th January Ray Gloster and Raelene Winslow had the best score

23^rd January Too hot for bowls

16^th January  Steve Simmonds, Wendy stone and Ron Elliott won

9^th January with Col Lockett and Jen Stone winners of the day

 

December 2020 

Colleen, Jen, Stan - winnersSocial Bowls at Underbool on Saturday 19^th December was a special day when members played for Trophies donated by Ouyen IGA. This was followed by a Christmas meal in the evening.

Murray, Jennifer, RobertLucky winners were Colleen Gloster (S) Jen Stone and Stan Stone on 79 ½ points.

Runners/up, Robert Gloster (s) Jennifer Wakefield and Murray Lockett on 79 points. Many thanks to Ouyen IGA for their generous sponsorship to Underbool Bowls club.

President Robert Gloster wished all a very happy and safe Christmas and New Year.

It was a pleasurable day on Friday 18^th December when Nita Wandel and John Cummings were presented to President of the Bowls Sunraysia Division President Susan Nichols at Mildura Bowls Club to receive their Super Veteran badges.

These badges are given when members of a Bowls Club reach 80 years of age. Many such members from across the Sunraysia Division were presented by a representative of their respective Clubs. In the absence of Underbool President Robert Gloster, his wife Colleen Gloster presented Nita and John to Susan and read a resume of their achievements and service to the Underbool Bowls Club. A very nice afternoon tea was supplied and a catch up with other Super Vets made for a very pleasant afternoon. Thanks to those who came along to support Nita and John who wear their Super Veteran Badges with pride.

 

On Friday 18^th December at the Mildura Bowls Club, Nita Wandel and John Cummings along with the other octogenarians of the Bowls Sunraysia Division will be presented with their 80 year Badges by the Division President. One or two representatives of our local Club will present Nita and John.

Congratulations MarieUnderbool Bowls Club Members have cause for much celebration at the moment. First hearty congratulations to Marie Cummings who has taken out the Sunraysia Division Ladies Singles Championship in a close game with Daphne Loveday of Workers Bowling Club. A contingent of Underbool bowlers travelled to Mildura Bowls Club on Sunday morning 13^th December to support Marie. Marie has been Ladies Singles Champion at Underbool 11 times and is the first Underbool lady to go through to win Sunraysia Division Ladies Singles Champion.

Colin Aikman and Colin LockettLater in the day back at the Underbool Bowls Club the Men’s Singles Championship was contested by the “two Cols”. Col Lockett and Colin Aikman. Top draw bowling by both players but it was Col Lockett who took out the match. Best wishes for good bowling to Col Lockett who now goes on to play in the Sunraysia Division Men’s Singles Championship on January 2^nd at Workers Bowls Club.

Social bowls on Saturday 12^thDecember, sixteen played. John Cummings and Ray Gloster won the day with a most variable score card of 56 points.

To wind up an enjoyable day we were entertained by a visiting wandering minstrel who played the bagpipes for us and then showed his magician hand with some legal tender.

Good to have John and Veronica Stone join us again on Sunday to watch the play and stay for a chat. President Robert and members wish John all the best with ongoing treatment.

Club members congratulate Marie Cummings on her win in the Sunraysia Ladies Bowls Singles Championship round on Sunday 6th December, which takes her to the final playoff next Sunday 13th at Mildura Bowls Club. An exciting time for Marie and our Club. Great bowling Marie!

 

November 2020

 

Marie and Jen after their gameSunday 22^nd November onlookers were treated to a tight game of bowls when Marie Cummings and Jen Stone played off for Ladies Singles Championship. Six all, seven all, ten all, sixteen all, and then Marie broke away to take the game 25 to 17. Beautiful bowling from both ladies.

Marie now plays on in Bowls Sunraysia Ladies Singles Championships. The club wishes you all the very best of bowling Marie.

Saturday 14^th November, winners of the day were Robert Pole and Marie Cummings. Added to the fact of the win was the way Robert managed his new Bowling Arm, a force to be reckoned with.

On Sunday 8^th November Alan and Jen Stone and Robert and Colleen Gloster attended a bowling day at Nangiloc.

With harvest well underway, there were still 14 players for an afternoon of bowls on Saturday 7^th November. Noelene Crow and Robert Gloster were winners of the day.

 

October 2020

Local bowlers, while unable to participate in Pennant and Star Day bowls because of Covid 19 restrictions, are still enjoying Social Bowls each Saturday on the home green.

 A good field of players again for Saturday 31st October when Steve Simmonds, Les Stone and Ray Gloster brought in the highest score.

Ray, Robert, Cameron, FrankieSaturday 24^th October, Alan Stone, Marie Cummings and Ray Gloster were declared winners of the day. On this same day when twelve played, four generations of the Gloster family played together. Ninety three year old veteran bowler Ray Gloster and his son Robert Gloster, grandson Cameron Gloster and great grandson Frankie Gloster. Great effort.

 Saturday 17^th October, Les Stone and Raelene Winslow took out the honours.

 Winners of play on Saturday 10^th October were John Cummings and Raelene Winslow.

The Club welcomes new member Ron Elliott. Ron is enjoying his bowls and the fellowship of other bowlers.

 Ladies Singles Club Championship will be played off between Jenny Stone and Marie Cummings at a later date. Best of bowling to both ladies.

 The men have been getting on with their Championship games with some very good bowls played.

 

Opening Day 2020-2021 season

It was a very trying day weather wise for Underbool bowlers as they commenced their first official day of bowls for the season 2020/2021. But the fellowship and camaraderie once on the green was beneficial to all. Opening the season, President Robert Gloster welcomed those present and asked previous year’s Ladies Singles Championship winner, Marie Cummings to roll the first kitty; and Alan Stone as Runner/Up to Men’s Singles Championship to put down the first bowl.

Poole and Jackson had kindly donated Trophies for the day’s play.

WinnersRunners-up Winners of the day were, Roll to the Ditch – Raelene Winslow and Robert Gloster.

Third place getters of play with 49 points were, Howard Crothers and Noelene Crow.

Runners/up, Col Lockett and Raelene Winslow, 72 ½ points.

 Winners, John Cummings and Jennifer Wakefield, 73 ½ points.

The Underbool Bowls Club is very appreciative of the continued generous Sponsorship from Poole and Jackson. Many thanks.

Best wishes to the Ladies Midweek Pennant Team playing in second Division again this year, to commence on Monday 12^th October, and also to Saturday Pennant to commence on October 31^st.

Men’s and Ladies Club Championships have been drawn up and members are encouraged to get a start on these games.

 

February 2020

The Club’s Assistant Secretary, Jennifer Wakefield is making steady progress with the new Club Shirt update.

The play off of the Club 100 up Championship will be between Raelene Winslow and Wendy Stone.

Saturday 29^th February, saw the play off of the Men’s Championship Pairs at Ouyen Bowls Club. Robert Gloster and Alan Stone played the Mildura Club Champions, and while Robert and Alan played extremely well, the Mildura Pairs Champions played exceptionally to win their first round. Series to be finalised at a later date.

Saturday 29^th February there were only six bowlers available for play. But a friendly afternoon resulted in Robert Pole, Raelene Winslow and Ray Gloster having the winning card.

Bowls Sunraysia are having a series of Championship Play offs, with the Ladies Pairs played at Euston on Thursday 27^th and Friday 28^th February. Unfortunately Marie Cummings and Colleen Gloster lost their game to Red Cliffs on a very slick green. Congratulations to Merbein who were the ultimate winners of the series.

Social bowls on Saturday 22^nd February; there were eighteen players, with Alan Stone, Jennifer Wakefield and Anne Stone declared winners. Followed by a very enjoyable BBQ meal and social catch up

 On Monday 17^th February, Marie Cummings, Bernadette Stone and Jen Stone made the trip to play in the Coomealla 2 bowl Triples Star Day.

Sunday 16^th February, the team of Steve Simmonds, Alan Stone, John Cummings and Stan Stone attended Ouyen Invitation Fours.

Winners of play on Saturday 15^th February were the ladies team of Marie Cummings, Jennifer Wakefield, Nita Wandel and Raelene Winslow, over the men’s team of John Cummings, Ray Gloster and Murray Lockett.

Colleen Gloster and Jen Stone represented Underbool at the Heasyman Pairs on Friday 14^th February at Mildura.

The final of the Underbool Men’s Championship Pairs was played out on Thursday 13^th February. Robert Gloster and Alan Stone defeated John Cummings and Stan Stone. Best wishes from the Club to Robert and Alan as they now go on to play in the Sunraysia Championship Men’s Pairs on 29^th February and 1^st March at Ouyen.

 

 

 

Sunday February 9^th, two teams travelled to Hopetoun Bowls Club to participate in that club’s Triples Tournament. John Cummings, Stan Stone and Steve Simmonds won three games out of four and picked up a small prize for highest points scored in the last game. Believe Steve Simmonds was a star leader for the team!

Robert Gloster, Ray Gloster and Howard Crothers also won three out of four games.  All enjoyed playing on the good synthetic green.

Social Bowls on Saturday 8^th February, 10 played and winners were Robert Pole (S), Jennifer Wakefield and Howard Crothers.

Underbool Bowls Club Ladies Championship Fours was played on Sunday February 2^nd. Marie Cummings (S), Colleen Gloster, Nita Wandel and Raelene Winslow, played Jen Stone (S), Bernadette Stone, Jennifer Wakefield and Noelene Crow.  Marie’s team led all game to win 21/13. Best of bowling to the winners who now play at Ouyen in the Sunraysia Ladies Championship Fours on the 5^th and 6^th March.

Also on Sunday 2^nd February the team of Robert Gloster, Alan Stone, Robert Pole and John Cummings travelled to Donald to participate in the Donald Golf Bowls Club Star Day. On this visit although not bringing home a win, they were made very welcome and had a most enjoyable day.

Social bowls on Saturday 1^st February, 11 members played with Robert Gloster, Marie Cummings and Jen Stone, winners of the day.

 

 

January 2020

Robert and Colleen Gloster and John and Marie Cummings represented the Club at the Merbein Australia Invitation Star Day event on Sunday 26^th January and had an enjoyable day.

On the men’s side of play, Steve Simmonds, Robert Gloster, Alan Stone and John Stone travelled to Nangiloc to play off in the Men’s Championship Fours on Saturday 25^th January. With a bye in the first round, Underbool played Red Cliffs in the second round losing by just one on the last end - 14/15.

Underbool Ladies Championship Pairs Final was played off on Friday 24^th January.  Marie Cummings and Colleen Gloster were the victors of play against Bernadette Stone and Raelene Winslow. Best of bowling to Marie and Colleen when they play in the Sunraysia Ladies Championship Pairs at Euston on February 27^th.

As the result of a grant obtained, Underbool Bowls Club now have four sets of Henselite XG Dreamline Bowls on hand for any prospective bowlers, adult or student to use and practice with.

Saturday 18^th January, Robert Gloster and Jennifer Wakefield were winners of the three games played by the fifteen members.

Saturday 11^th January, fourteen played, with a win to Robert Lester and Murray Lockett.

At the Men’s Champion of Champions play off at Euston on Sunday 5^th January, Underbool’s Steve Simmonds was defeated in the first round by Harry Munro of Ouyen Bowls Club, 18/25.

Social Bowls on Saturday 4^th January, six members played with Colin Lockett, Jen Stone and John Stone being the winners.

December 2019 

On a very warm summer’s evening, Wednesday 18^th December, Underbool Bowls Club held their annual Ouyen IGA Twilight Bowls event.

Always a popular occasion and despite the heat, 36 bowlers, including 15 visitors from Ouyen Bowling Club enjoyed a great night of bowls together playing for trophies donated by Ouyen IGA.

Winners at the end of play were – Alan Stone (S), Lorraine Hickmott and John Turnbull. Runners/up – Alan Crook (S), Colin Aikman and John Stone.

Prior to bowling, a most festive meal was enjoyed. The usual tasty salads, accompanied by cold meats of Pork and Turkey. Many thanks to Rhonda and Colin Lockett and Wendy and Les Stone for the meats and the salads and sweets given by other members. Several non-players also joined in for the meal.

President Robert Gloster and members of Underbool Bowl’s Club sincerely thank Ouyen IGA for the very generous sponsorship of the evening. It was also pleasing to have so many bowling friends from Ouyen attend.

 

Alan & Steve after their gameThe Men’s Singles Club Championship between Steve Simmonds and Alan Stone was played on Sunday 15^th December at 4pm. There was a great show of support from Club members who by the end of the game were sitting on the edge of their seats in excitement.

What a game! Steve won the toss and quickly progressed to take a good lead. But that Stone determination emerged and Alan settled in to make the score 13 all after 17 ends. After 30 ends the pair were 23 all, then Alan scored 1 on the next end to take the score to 24/23. The last end Alan was holding 2 shots in the head, when Steve drew in two beautiful bowls to take the game 25/24. Thank you Steve and Alan for a most entertaining game and best wishes to Steve when he plays in the Champion of Champions at Euston 4^th and 5^th January 2020.

Good to see Secretary Howard Crothers arrive back home in time to watch the match after knee replacement surgery.

Social Bowls on Saturday 14^th December, 12 bowlers played Pairs with Steve Simmonds and Anne Stone 3 game winners of the day. A BBQ tea was enjoyed by all in attendance. Special welcome to Murray Lockett who played and acquitted himself very well. We hope to see you continue playing Murray.

 

November 2019 

Midweek Pennant players lost their 1^st Semi Final game against Mildura on November 25^th, but have a second chance when they play Irymple next Monday in the Preliminary Final. Go underbool !

The Season has sadly finished for Underbool Division 2 Saturday Pennant with their loss against Euston on November 23^rd. 74/76. Semi Finals begin next Saturday 30^th November.

Six social bowlers played the following week November 23^rd but no winners declared.

Social Bowls on Saturday November 16^th saw 11 players on the green with John Cummings, Jennifer Wakefield and Wendy Stone declared winners of the day.

Marie Cummings, Jen Stone, Nita Wandel and Wendy Stone are playing in the Margaret Cooke Star Day at Wentworth on Wednesday 13^th November.

The last game of Midweek Pennant before the finals commence was a home game against Workers on Monday 11^th November. Underbool players had such a good win that they proceed to second position on the ladder. [Underbool will now play Mildura in the first semi final at Mildura on November 25^th.]  Being Remembrance Day, at precisely 11am, play ceased while President Robert Gloster led a brief time of silence remembering those who fought in World War 1 and subsequent wars. Lest We Forget! The day finished with a beautiful afternoon tea and happy fellowship.

In contrast Saturday 9^th November Pennant playing Coomealla was a day Underbool would rather forget!

Marie is also to be congratulated on being selected to play in the Sunraysia team at Murray Downs in the Murray Mallee Bowls Region Round Robin on Sunday November 10^th. Congratulations also to Steve Simmonds who has been selected as an emergency in the Sunraysia’s Men’s team. The Club’s best wishes go with you both.

Midweek Pennant played Irymple on Monday 4^th November. One rink winning, but for the other rink, a tough day.

On Sunday 3^rd November Robert and Colleen Gloster and Alan and Jennifer Stone participated in the Wentworth Murray Darling Fours.

Saturday Pennant at Underbool was cancelled on Saturday 2nd November because of the “big rain”. Scores allocated Underbool 0/6 points, Irymple 0/6 points. (Washout)

Instead Club members still met for a Social evening and BBQ tea.

 

October 2019

Underbool Bowls Club Ladies Singles Champion Marie Cummings competed in the Sunraysia Champion of Champions on Thursday October 31^st. Marie won her first game against Gloria Stephenson of Coomealla Club. In her second round Marie continued playing well but was defeated by Thelma Hicks of Workers Club. Thelma went on to be the ultimate winner of the series with AnneMaree Clarke of Irymple Club runner/up. Congratulations all.

Midweek Pennant played Euston on Monday 28^th October. Colleen Gloster’s side won by 3, but Marie Cummings’ side went down by 5. Overall result Underbool 42, Euston 44.

Best wishes to Bernadette Stone who has the misfortune of a foot injury and not able to bowl for a few weeks.

Saturday Pennant 26^th October playing at home to Irymple 2, Underbool team had an overall loss 58/64.   The team will looking for a win this Saturday against Irymple 3. Once again a home game and there will be a BBQ tea to follow.

Jennifer Wakefield, Jen Stone and Nita Wandel enjoyed their day at the Ouyen Star Day last Tuesday 22^nd October.

Midweek Pennant 21^st October: Mildura forfeited to Underbool because of illness.

A highly successful Triples Star Day Tournament was held at Underbool on Sunday 20^th October, attracting representative bowlers from Sunraysia, Hopetoun and Murrayville.

WinnersThe 66 bowlers enjoyed playing on the well prepared green in magnificent Mallee weather.

The ladies were kept busy throughout the day providing meals for the two fills of bowlers. The visitors were most appreciative of the superb country cuisine.

The team of Ian “butch’ Pollock (s), Brian Horton and Mick Legin from Workers were the winners on 85 points. Coming in runners/up were the Nangiloc team of Ben Mansell (s), Alan Erskine and Shane Moore with 82 ½ points.  Third Runners upwinners were Gordon Gray (s), Trevor Flack and George Milward from Irymple on 81 points.

A day such as this is made more successful by wonderful Sponsors. Major sponsorship of the day was provided by Findex, with supporting sponsors Westrac Caterpillar, Good Deal Tyres, Bunnings, Bursons, Repco, First Choice Liquor and Dan Murphy.

3rd placePresident of Underbool Bowling Club, Robert Gloster is most appreciative of the generous sponsorship given and also the attendance of the visiting bowlers and the way the Star Day was supported.

Robert also appreciated the work done by the local Underbool members in having the green and grounds in such immaculate condition and the excellent catering. Many thanks to all.

 

Saturday Pennant 19^th October at Red Cliffs was a tough day “on the green” under trying conditions.

Marie Cummings, Bernadette Stone, Jen Stone and Noelene Crow attended Workers Star Day on 16^th October and won 2 of their 4 games.

Underbool Ladies Singles Club Championship has been won by Marie Cummings after a tight game with Colleen Gloster on October 13. There was some superb bowling from both ladies and after 29 ends Marie was the victor, 25 to 21. Congratulations Marie. Marie will now go on to play in the Champion of Champions Singles at Irymple on the 31^st October and 1^st of November. The Club wish her good bowling.

 

 Saturday Pennant October 12^th. Underbool played host to Euston and at lunch the score was rather positive for Underbool. However Euston came through to win 2 of the 3 rinks. Underbool 55/2 to Euston 64/10.

3 bowling generationsA special point of interest: It just so happened that three generations of the one family played on the same rink together on Saturday at Pennant. Ray Gloster, Robert Gloster and Cameron Gloster. A great effort.

 

Jen Stone, Bernadette Stone, Jennifer Wakefield, Noelene Crow, Colleen Gloster and Marie Cummings are all playing in the Dot Jenkinson Ladies Pairs to be played throughout the Sunraysia Clubs this coming week, on Thursday 10^th, and Friday 11^th October.

Playing host at home the Midweek Pennant game on Monday 7^th October against Workers was also a day of joy when Underbool was able to win 46 points to 35.

Playing Coomealla at home on Saturday 5^th October, was a day of joy when Underbool Pennant 2 team had their first overall win in 2^nd Division! Underbool 68 shots to Coomealla 60 shots.

It was a perfect evening on Wednesday 2^nd October for the first Twilight of the Season when 18 bowlers vied for the trophies donated from North West Butchers, Ouyen. A delicious meal was also enjoyed.  President Robert thanked the donors of the trophies most sincerely and also welcomed a new bowler to the Club, Adam Kelly.

Winners of the 3 games of Triples were Alan Stone (S) Jennifer Wakefield and Ray Gloster.

Runners/up, Cameron Gloster (s) Stephen Lynch and Veronica Stone/John Cummings.

September 2019

Underbool 2 Pennant played Irymple 3 Pennant on Friday 27^th September (because of AFL Grand Final).

Midweek Pennant on Monday 30^th September, Underbool played Irymple resulting in a 2 point win for Marie Cummings side but a loss overall. Underbool 39, Irymple 56.  A bit of a rough game on a rough day weather-wise. However, Howard Crothers side had a good win which did give the team 2 points.

Red Cliffs Triples Star Day was attended by Jennifer Wakefield, Wendy Stone and Anne Stone on Thursday 26^th September.

It was the perfect day for bowls on Wednesday 18^th September, when President Robert Gloster welcomed teams from Wentworth, Coomealla, Mildura, Irymple, Red Cliffs, Workers, Ouyen and Bowls Sunraysia to the Underbool Star day. To make such a day possible Robert thanked North West Ag. Services and Mc Glynn Hunt Funerals for their very generous Sponsorship.

First up was roll to the Spider which was won by Susan Nichols of Wentworth Club.

All enjoyed the Medley Day format.

runners-upWinners: The Ouyen team of Janet Vallance, Deb Vallance, Karen Crook and Judy Pengelly on 105.5 points.

Runners/up: Another Ouyen team of Jeni Boseley, Barb Hahnel, Joan Pohlner and Sue Kelly on 105 points.

Joan Pohlner also won the lucky door ticket.

Ron Mc Adam of Coomealla and Glenda Minney of Irymple were also very lucky recipients.

A very nice afternoon tea was supplied at the end of the day. Good Mallee cooking.

President Robert thanked Wendy and her team for the delicious spread.  He also thanked the competent Match Committee Jen Stone and Jennifer Wakefield for the smooth running of the day; the Green Keeper Cameron Gloster and all who attended to the Green.John Cummings was kept busy throughout the day as Umpire.

Underbool played host to Midweek 2 Pennant on Monday 2nd. September. The 32 players had a most enjoyable day together. Workers team  won the day against Underbool.

2019/2020 Opening Day

Colin rolls the first bowlJennifer rolls the first kitty Bowls Opening season for 2019/2020 got underway at Underbool on Saturday 31st August when President Robert Gloster welcomed 18 players to the well prepared green and invited last years Club Champions Jennifer Wakefield and Colin Lockett to roll the first kitty and bowl.

March 2019

Congratulations to the 2018-2019 winners of Sunraysia Fours played at Euston - Jen Stone, Noelene Crow, Jennifer Wakefield and Bernadette Stone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 2019

Underbool Bowls Club had an early Windup/ Presentation evening, Thursday 28^th February due to work commencing on the Green. There was an attendance of 28 with players and visitors. All enjoyed the lovely cold meats and salads for the evening meal prior to play. Les Stone and Jen Stone were winners of the bowls play, with Steve Simmonds and John Stone close runners/up.

President Robert Gloster thanked all Office Bearers and the Green Keeper for carrying out their duties so proficiently throughout the season.

 

Trophy presentations of the various winners of Club Championships then took place. Singles, Pairs, and Fours, Ladies and Men.

A cuppa (or a drink) and some very nice slices wound up an excellent season of bowling at Underbool.

Throughout the season the members have enjoyed many BBQ meals. Thanks must go to Stephen and Gayle Lynch and Col and Rhonda Lockett for their generous donation of meat towards these occasions. Very much appreciated!

On Saturday morning Wendy Stone and Merle Pole played off for the 100 up Championship. Great draw bowling by both ladies, a close match, but it was Wendy who reached the 100 first. Congratulations Wendy, both these ladies will be very handy for the next Season’s Pennant!

Those who have won Club Championship Pairs and Fours still have “play offs” within Sunraysia Division yet and the best wishes of the Club go with them.

 

Good bowling and good health to all.

 

Ladies Championship Fours were played out on Friday 8^th February, with the result that the team of Bernadette Stone (s), Jennifer Wakefield, Noelene Crow and Jen Stone were the better players on the day against Marie Cummings (s), Nita Wandel, Raelene Winslow and Wendy Stone. Well done and good bowling at Euston in March.

Social bowls Saturday 9^th February, 12 played with Robert Gloster and Alan Willsmore declared winners. Sixteen enjoyed a BBQ meal to finish the day.

Eight of the Club’s men bowlers travelled to Hopetoun on Sunday 10^th February to play in that Clubs Men’s Pairs Tournament.

The bowls season at Underbool is going to be a short one because of intended work on the green so please avail yourselves of these last few opportunities to enjoy a game of bowls and support the Club.

 

Social Bowls Saturday 2^nd February, an evening of bowling after a BBQ tea. With chocolates for the Winners, Robert Gloster and Marie Cummings and Runners/up Cameron and Ray Gloster.  Lucky ticket winners were Cameron Gloster, Jennifer Wakefield and Les Stone.

 

January 2019

Not many Social Bowls have been played in past few weeks due to heat and Championship games.

The ladies have been able to get their Championship Pairs played on mornings of reduced temperature. Nita Wandel and Jen Stone had won their previous two rounds but in the Final on Thursday 31^st January, Jennifer Wakefield and Anne Stone overcame Nita and Jen in a very tight game. 16 all on the third last end, saw Jennifer and Anne win the next 2 ends to take the score to 20/16. Well done and good bowling at the next level.

 

 

The Men’s Championship Fours team of Robert Gloster, Howard Crothers, Stan Stone and John Cummings, playing off at Euston on January 19^th were able to win their first round against Ouyen but were defeated in next round by Coomealla.

 

The Jason’s Ouyen IGA Christmas Twilight was held in perfect weather conditions on Wednesday 19^th December. 19 played and 5 extra joined in for the evening meal.

winnersWinners were John Cummings, Stan Stone and Merle Pole. Runners/up, Bernadette Stone, Jennifer Wakefield and Cameron Gloster. And as is often the case, winners were grinners with Stan Stone winning the door prize and Jennifer Wakefield and Robert Pole winning the Spider.

A great night and many thanks to the Sponsors, Jason’s Ouyen IGA.

Men’s Singles Club Championship Men's singles club championship contestantsThis was played out on Sunday 23^rd December between Steve Simmonds and Col Lockett. Now we all know there is great friendly rivalry between these two players on and off the green, but it was all seriousness this game. The two were 4 all and then 8 all, but then Col broke away to take the game, 25 to 19. Some spectacular draw bowling from both players. Col played at Euston in the Bowls Sunraysia Men’s Champion of Champions on 5^th January winning his first round against the Nangiloc Champion. Playing the following morning in the Semi Final, Col was narrowly defeated by the eventual winner of the series Wayne Gardener, 23 to 25. Congratulations Col Lockett!

Men’s Club Championship Fours winnersPlayed on Sunday 30^th December, when the team of Robert Gloster (s), Howard Crothers, Stan Stone and John Cummings prevailed over opposition Steve Simmonds (s), Alan Stone, Colin Aikman and Robert Pole. Robert’s team now play in Sunraysia Championship Fours on January 19^th and 20^th at Nangiloc.

Social Bowls Saturday January 12^th was an enjoyable gathering again for a BBQ meal, followed by an evening of bowling when Colleen Gloster (s) and Jennifer Wakefield won with 63 points, whilst Howard Crothers(s) and Wendy Stone were Runners/Up on 60 points.

December 2018

Saturday Dec 15 Pennant Well what a triumph, what a finish to the Saturday Pennant season! Underbool Division 3 playing Workers 3 along with the other 3 Pennant Division Teams of Sunraysia Bowls.

Division 3 Pennant winnersWorkers had the edge right up to afternoon tea break with Underbool 13 down overall. But to quote President Robert Gloster “Steve Simmonds’ rink were all square on 19 shots with 3 ends to play and proceeded to put the foot down picking up 10 shots which changed the overall outlook somewhat.

Robert (Glosters) rink was in all sorts of trouble at the 15^th being 17 shots down. However following afternoon tea they picked up 18 shots to 4 to only go down by 3 shots.

Howard Crothers rink had a close tussle all day, but the pressure was on being the last rink to finish and protecting an overall Team margin of 4 with one end to play. They survived a dead end and proceeded to pick up a shot, the rink going down by 2 but the Underbool Team winning overall by 5.

Underbool 71 shots to Workers 66. A great crowd of supporters added to the excitement of the day and along with the two teams from Ouyen Division 4 and 2 winning their games, it is congratulations to the southern bowlers of the Sunraysia District Bowls and to Irymple on winning Division 1.

Photos, Presentation of Medals and Shields brought a close to Pennant for 2018, but the excitement and celebrations will no doubt continue on for many days.

Ladies Singles Championship Finals. These commenced on Monday 17^th December at Mildura Bowls Club, Underbool’s Champion Jennifer Wakefield played Mildura’s Champion Val Munro. Jennifer played very well but Val was the winner of the game.

Plenty more bowls to be played yet but with the Christmas break coming up it is Season’s Greetings to all and good bowling fellowship.

 

At the Semi Final of Saturday Pennant December 1^st, Underbool played Wentworth and had a win of all 3 rinks. Underbool now go straight to the Grand Final to play the winner out of Workers and Wentworth. Best of bowling to all players.

Bernadette Stone, Jen Stone and Noelene Crow travelled to Euston Bowling Club to play in the Star Day and won 2 out of their 3 games. Another great effort.

November 2018

What an exciting weekend it was for Underbool Bowling Club members!

Firstly there was the Sunraysia District Bowls Pennant Best and Fairest Dinner, held at MilduJennifer and Robert - congratulations to these winners ra on Friday evening 30^th November. A meal, a grand performance by the Mildura Irish Dance Company and the all-important counting of the points system allocated to players throughout the various Divisions of the Pennant Season.

Underbool Bowls Club fared extremely well with Robert Gloster topping votes for Saturday Pennant Division 3. Howard Crothers was in the Runners Up count.

Whilst in Midweek Pennant Division 2, Jennifer Stone topped the point’s allocation. Congratulations especially to Robert and Jennifer, and to all Pennant players of the season.

 

 

Marie Cummings, Nita Wandel, Bernadette Stone and Jen Stone travelled to Wentworth Wednesday 14^th November to take part in the Margaret Cooke Star Day. They won 2 of their 3 games.

Social Bowls No Pennant this week because of State Bowls. This allowed more to play at home on Saturday. A good social day was held followed by a BBQ tea. Winners of the day were Marie Cummings, Raelene Winslow and Ray Gloster, from Robert Lester and Cameron Gloster. 

The big event of the weekend was the Finals playoff of the Ladies Singles Championship between Marie Cummings and Jennifer Wakefield on Sunday afternoon.

And it is Congratulations to Jennifer Wakefield on her thrilling win against Marie in a nail biting game. The good crowd of supporters were treated to a magnificent game. A close tussle throughout saw both players 24 all with the deciding end to play. And it went to Jennifer, 27 to 24. Jennifer was B grade Champion last year and has remarkably topped it with the Club Championship this year. Your persistence and dedication has paid off. Commiserations to Marie who came so close and has featured in so many Championships over the years.

Jennifer will now play off in the Bowls Sunraysia Women’s Championship Singles in December and the very best wishes of the Club go with her.

October 2018

Underbool Star Day

It was a perfect day for bowls on Sunday October 21^st when President of Underbool Bowls Club Robert Gloster welcomed 60 to the green. Two fills of 30 playing Triples. Representative Clubs were Euston, Ouyen, Merbein, Nangiloc, Irymple, Hopetoun, Donald, Murrayville, Mildura Workers and Underbool.

There were many compliments of how the tournament was conducted and for the beautiful food provided.

There were four 3 game winners.

Winners of the da were Darren Cass (s), Phil Connell and George Milward from Irymp