Combo bowlers take to synthetic
THE RSL Combo bowlers have enjoyed their first few roll ups on the revamped greens at RSL North Dubbo Sporties.
“It is good to be able to continue our Sunday morning ritual, although a couple of bowlers had their locators on speed dial and turned up at Wingewarra St,” Pete Ruzans laughed.
“42 of our members gathered. There was a real buzz of excitement as bowlers laid down their first bowls. It took just a few ends for most to adjust to the way the green played. It was true and fast but most were impressed with the green by the end of play and happy to have what is now a very good facility to play bowls.”
Col Dover, Frank Vaughan and Shirley Marchant lined up against Paul Martin, Ross Pharo and Phil Knight but despite chalking up the first points, never scored after the second end. This resulted in Phil’s team winning nine ends in a row to amass a 16-11 lead but once drinks were taken, Col’s team rebounded to score on the final for ends and grab an unexpected tie – eight ends each; 16 shots all.
On the rink next door, Sue Mcauley, Karen Greenhalge and skipper M. Strawhan playing a team believed to be John Cole, Chris Cristante and Greg Brown (no names on scorecard). Thet game proved to be another thriller that ended in a 7-all draw.
“John Fardell teamed with Gary Huggins and Matt Quill to take on Beryl Hobson (Skip), Fred O’sullivan and G. Strawhan on Rink 5. Beryl led her side to a good start but Matt and his charges kept chasing and by end 7 took a one shot lead. They continued to chalk up points with some great team bowling, accumulating 24 shots
while Team Beryl languished, notching up just eight shots from the last six ends.
On Rink 7, Roy Frost led Cheryl Storch and Ruby Stockings against Graham Ross, Mel Giddings and Marion Carolan. Roy and his girls powered their way to a 19-4, 12 ends to four win.
“Or was it a flogging”, Pistol Pete queried??
Tod O’dea Julie Brown and Alan Stratford were no match for Gordon Scott, Ron Mcauley and Doc Livingston who bagged some multi-shot ends for a comfortable 26 shots to 13 win over 10 ends.
Gaye Cottee, Peter Bennison and Peter Sinclair dented the hopes of Mike Twohill and his partners Helen Emblem and Bryan O’sullivan. Gaye’s team kept with Team Twohill but put together a couple of productive ends to take a 17-10 victory in a match played in great spirit.
“Skip Rick See linked up with Steve Kelly and Lionel Ayoub against Ron Mcauley, Gordon Lummis and Kevin Scott. Rick’s boys were leading after 11 ends, however, as everyone knows, sport is a game of two halves! Kevin got his team going after the break and soon caught, then overtook Rick’s team and clinched a win 16 shots to 8. It was a great comeback with a ‘never say die’ attitude,” Pistol added.
Overall winners – Cheryl Storch, Ruby Stockings and skip Roy Frost (27 points); Johnny Fardell, Gary Huggins and Matt Quill (26).
Lucky bowlers – Doc Livingston, Lionel Ayoub and Gordon Scott.
Resters – Alan Stratford, Kevin Scott and Helen Emblem.
Pistol Pete pointed out the new phone number to book for Combo Bowls is 5820 0380.
THE Narromine Jets RLFC Ball at the was a massive success according to Publicity Officer Sally Everett.
The United Services Memorial Club (USMC) was beautifully decorated for the gala night with the ever-popular Eric Grothe and the Gurus setting the tone.
“Whilst the event was a club fundraiser our intent this year was to provide something for the whole community. Everyone in Narromine deserves to get out and have fun and this also gives an economic stimulus for local people,” Sally said.
“The Ball provided an opportunity for people to be social and have a laugh after the difficult times of drought, Covid and then the mice plague!”
Special guests included Parramatta legend Brett Kenny,
Dugald Saunders MP and our MC and lead singer in the Gurus, Channel 10 Crime Reporter Steve Hart.
Sally was excited at the recognition of local businesses.
“The canapes and meals were catered and served by the incredible team at The Grazier’s Table. The food was delicious thanks to our very talented Narromine based caterers.
“Jacques Barrett & Daniel Townes entertained us with their comedy shows and were a hit with the crowd,” she smiled.
“League legend Brett Kenny provided some interesting insights into his playing career prior to Steve Hart and the Gurus getting everyone fired up on the dance floor for the remainder of the night.”
Sally, Jets president and Mick Burns and the Ball committee were ecstatic about the community inputs.
“Being a club that values being an active part of our local community and supporting those that support us, we had the pleasure of working with a number of Narromine businesses for the decorations – Tippi Creative Co for the balloon garland, Fleurish & Pampa Country Flowers for the incredible greenery artwork and Abel Services for the table centrepieces.”
Dubbo Photo News is also delighted to showcase incredible local Katie Havercroft Photography who was on hand capturing the night. Check out Katie’s Facebook page to purchase your favourites.
Sally also thanked the Jets “amazing sponsors”:
Bush to the Beach Disability Services and Flexible Respite; Macquarie Credit Union; Regional Finance Brokers; Inland Petroleum; LJ Hooker Narromine; Triple M Dubbo; Hair by Torz; Wardi Insurance; Everett Plumbing.
THE weigh-ins were done, with one U13 rugby competitor scraping in at 102 kilograms, just one shy of the 103 kilo limit for that age group in the NSW Junior Rugby Union State Championships.
The best U13 rugby teams from across the state converged on Dubbo’s Apex Oval complex for a thrilling weekend of junior football and the reaction from those who travelled, the players, their parents and families, was one of awe at the local facilities and organisation according to Dubbo Junior ‘Roos president Jason Blake.
“All weekend we’ve had team officials and parents thank us for staging the event,” Mr Blake told Dubbo Photo News, “So thanks to all our hard-working volunteers and also council staff who did a great job.”
Dubbo Photo News spoke to many parents of players who were thrilled to travel inland for a change, with most of these competitions having been held closer to the eastern seaboard.
Parramatta’s Two-blues had a giant forward pack and skillful backs taking out the grand final against a spirited Gordon outfit 27-7.