Around the greens
Overtoun Park
Overtoun Park members had a sunny fun-filled day for their annual 4,3,2,1 tournament on Saturday.
Seven teams took on the challenge of trying to understand the unusual format of the event but the gallant team captains succeeded in making sure everyone played on the correct rink with the right number of bowls - in a mix of singles, pairs, triples and fours games.
After the tea break, and a light bite, everything was a bit clearer and some great bowls were played.
Everyone enjoyed having the opportunity to play in different positions; for some it was encouraging to realise they could skip a team rather than always play lead.
The most important aim of the day, however, was to have fun and as usual, the Overtoun bowlers did just that.
The runners-up were the mischievous Black Gnashers - Tommy Brown, Tommy Macfarlane, George Lappin and Colin Harvie.
Last place went to the persistent Pink Panthers - Hugh Lambie, Eleanor Lappin, John Meikle and Ann Eggie.
The outstanding winners, however, were the laid-back Brown Garfields - Dougie Noddings, Moira McIntyre, Jean Robertson and Jim Eggie.
After a hectic day, the rolls and fritters were greatly appreciated by all.
Rutherglen
Rutherglen’s ‘ top ten’ team beat Ballieston BC last week at Kirkhill to progress to the next round which is to be played on Tuesday, August 2.
The Bowls Scotland finals get underway at Northfield this week.
Betty Duckett starts her singles campaign on Tuesday morning and the triples of Brian Connelly, Jimmy Simpson and Gary Kelsey on Friday morning.
On Friday Rutherglen hosts North Eastern league top ten ties starting at 6.30pm.
The club mixed pairs tournament is to be played on Saturday starting at 11am.
The Monday evening aggregate game was won by Andy Dunn, Tom Pollock, Billy Ross and Danny Reid.
Halfway and District
Last Saturday saw the ladies take part in their Rosebowl charity day at Halfway and District.
Lady members and invited guests took part in a number of fun activities both on and off the green.
Holidays was the theme for the fancy dress and there was certainly some interesting outfits.
The nominated charity this year is Motor Neuron Disease Scotland.
There will be further fundraising taking place next week at the Ladies Day tournament so the final total raised will be announced at a later date.
The winners of the sweep were Sandra Hughes and Nicola McGurk, who also took top joint prize for the best costume.
This Saturday sees Ladies Day, sponsored by Drumsagard Academy, take place with a 12.30pm for 1pm start.
On Sunday at 2pm the gents host Coatbridge in the first round of the Top Ten.
In the RDBA triples league Halfway won at home against Whitefield last week but lost away.
This week’s opponents are Templeton, next week’s are Overtoun Park.
On the seniors front, the section two team won home and away against Blantyre to leapfrog them into third place.
The section three team won at home to Hamilton and had their away game abandoned due to rain.
Mary McIntyre and Maureen Lewis will play their LWBA semi-final at Shotts next Wednesday morning.
The Tennents Triples takes place on Saturday, August 6 and the following two Saturday’s sees Super Series qualifiers take place before finals day is held on Saturday, August 27.
Whitefield
It’s the start of the build up to the National Championships at Northfield in Ayr being held this weekend.
Many of the club members will be there supporting the players.
In the Gents Under 25s, Whitefield have Mark O’Hagan and in the Ladies Under 25s Claire Walker.
Added to that are the Triples representatives of Andy Stewart, Michael O’Hagan and Michael Docherty who line up in what should be a compelling weekend of bowling action.
Everyone at the club wishes them all the very best in their endeavours.
Back at the club, on Saturday Whitefield hosted the Gents Invitation Triples with a large turnout.
A great day culminated in the home team of Mick Irvine, Andy Stewart and Michael O’Hagan lifting the trophy after winning their final against Alex Campbell ( Carmyle), Edd and Ricky Johnstone ( both Hillend, Greenock).
On Sunday, the Ladies had the 1+1 competition which unfortunately succumbed to the miserable weather and was abandoned after only a couple of matches being completed.
In the Tuesday night RDBA Triples League, a slight improvement to the otherwise disappointing season saw one win and one loss against Halfway and District.
The Gents Seniors had a mixed Monday morning with a win against East Kilbride and a loss against Blantyre in the District 26 league.
The club would like to remind members of the bowling community that on August 13 the president hosts the club’s annual charity day with all proceeds being donated to Rutherglen Community Carers to support the fantastic work they do in supporting people with dementia.
Finally, Monday nights aggregate was won by John Campbell, Michael Rodgers and Tam McLinden who were 17 shots up.
Burnside
Some success this week in various external competitions. In the Rutherglen and District both Burnside’s home and away teams managed to secure victory.
This success was repeated in the Seniors league with both Burnside teams managing to win .
In the Glasgow league against Kelvingrove the club managed to win on their travels. However, they failed to take advantage of the fixture at Burnside and had a reverse score.
Against Kirkhill in the Gemmill Trophy Burnside secured four wins with one game drawn.
On Monday night the aggregate game was won by a strong trio with Steve Jackson leading ,George Halliday playing second with Jim Gibson at the rear.
Would members please note that the club triple competition kicks off this Friday and on Saturday all members are invited to president’s night for what should be an enjoyable evening of bowling followed by cabaret and a buffet.
Any member interested in attending should put their name on the notice board in the clubhouse.
Kirkhill
Kirkhill’s Ladies president Christine and vice president Jean are playing in the Scottish finals on Friday, July 29.
The club are also holding an invitational tournament and are inviting teams of four along on Saturday, August 6.
A team of four players will cost £44 in total to include play and catering for the day, a hot roll on arrival, lunch and a 5pm pie.