Montestan’s take on bowls

Because of the current situation there will be no bowls to report and the way things are going, for some time. So, to keep everybody occupied we’re going to have Montestan’s Take on Bowls. This will be a light-hearted mix of rules and information on the game of bowls for beginners and seasoned players. In the case of rules these will be quoted from the rule book. Interpret them as you will! I will be looking at information from bowls manufacturers and also, as regards to my comments, please take them with a pinch of salt. Much of it will be a look at some rules and interpretations I have experienced playing the game. I will not be going through all the basics, as if you are new to the game, going along to a club near you and ‘having a go’ is the best way. You will find most clubs will have someone to guide you and give a run through a lot of the basics, like how the bowl reacts, standing on the mat etc., so you can get a basic idea and have a bowl. You’ll love it.

There will be some kit you need but usually it can be borrowed, or hired.

As you can see, listed below there are two contacts from Vistabella Bowls Club in Entre Naranjos and when this crisis is over, they will be only too pleased to give you some guidance on how to start and what you need.

Next week we will be looking at the bowls, shapes, sizes, weights and colours.

Vistabella Bowls Club is sponsored by: Venture Fleet Services, TV Choice, Oneway Services, Serenity Insurance, and Carpet Heaven.

The winter league is sponsored by Laguna Tavern, Entre Naranjos.

How about coming and have a go at bowling we would be pleased to see you. We can arrange a free session and lesson. You could get hooked it’s a fabulous game and a very sociable one, where you’ll meet lots of new friends.

Established bowlers are also most welcome; we have a brand new green and are looking for new members.

Please contact: Club Captain David Jenkins pacadasu @yahoo.com or Charlie Watkins charlieatpathways@yahoo.co.uk.