Mid North Coast Dominates Under Forty Fives Clash

Under Forty Fives Victorious
The future of bowls on the Mid North Coast is brighter than ever after a dominant display in the annual Under Forty Fives clash against Lower North Coast played on Sunday. Played at Park Beach, the MNC side registered a four rinks to one success, turning around an early deficit to take the honours comfortably. Biggest win on the day was registered by the enigmatic Robbie Wardrop and his rink of Beau Lindsell, Jake Jeffery and Andy King. the other successful skippers being Matt Bell, Cory Daley, and Corey Wedlock, Corey showing poise above his years in his first turn skipping at this level to steal a one shot victory on his rink.
Perhaps the greatest fact of the day was the number of clubs represented. The talent pool of younger bowlers is on the rise in the district and it's great to see that a multitude of clubs are benefitting. The onus really is on these clubs now to help these talents prosper as these future stars will in turn help the clubs to greater successes.

Pennants Round Seven
Bowraville will play Bellingen for the Grade Five Flag after just falling over the line in their final sectional match against Urunga. Macksville appeared to have the section sewn up before falling at the final hurdle, opening the door for Bowra to sneak in and book a place in the final. The match is scheduled for 30th April at North Beach.

In the combined First and Second Grade, Sawtell have placed on hand on the Grade Two flag after defeating their closest rivals Park Beach Seconds 4-2. Parky managed to claim two rinks to one however PT Clarke saved the day for Sawtell, with a comprehensive win over Laurie Morris's rink. Park Beach Firsts battled to a 5-1 victory to move a point further clear at the top, the side drawing two rinks against Urunga in a very tight affair. And finally it appears that West Coffs have found some form, demolishing Coffs Ex Services 6-0. Unfortunately it is probably too little too late, the side still 15 points behind with just three rounds remaining.

In Grade Three both Nambucca Heads and Woolgooga recorded good wins to continue to press their claims. Woolgoolga also keeping their chances alive in Grade Four, as well as Sawtell who both managed convincing wins. Scotts Head have also kept their chances alive with a six to nil success, however losses for both Coffs Ex Services and Urunga spells the end to their respective seasons.

Finally in Grade Six, Coffs Ex Services have maintained their six point advantage over West Coffs, both recording 5-1 victories, whilst Park Beach appear to have surrendered their shot at the flag, suffering a shock home loss to Nambucca Heads.

This weekend coming sees Round Eight of the Pennant Season as well as the next rounds of the four District Pairs championships.

Til Next Time...

Chippy