Darren lifts the Morgan trophy
DARREN WILLIAMS lifted the prestigious Don Morgan Trophy for the third time in his career after defeating Lewis Scott in a nail-biting final.
Williams battled his way to a 21-18 victory over the St Asaph star in last weekend’s showpiece.
The 17th annual Don Morgan Trophy competition, sponsored by The Co-operative Funeralcare, was once again hosted by Craig-y-Don Bowling Club last Sunday.
On perfect sunny day for bowling, a record entry of 40 players from both Wales and England competed for a prize fund of £1,050, produced outstanding entertainment for spectators on a green prepared in excellent condition.
Williams, a regular competitor at this event and one of Wales’ finest players, came through five hardfought matches, performing extremely well all day before pipping the highlyrated Scott in the final.
The Trophy, plus the £350 first prize, was presented by Craig-y-Don BC president Gareth E Hughes on behalf of the sponsors.
Tournament organiser Roger Morgan, on behalf of his family, thanked Craig-y-Don BC, the bowlers and spectators for supporting this event held each year in memory of his father.
Raffles and donations raised over £200 for the local Marie Curie Nursing charity. Results: Quarterfinals: D Jones (Llanrwst) 21 P Dooley ( Ma c c l e s - field) 13; L Scott (St Asaph) 21 J Jones (Rhyl) 19; D Baskerville (Altrincham) 21 C Charlton ( Holywell) 17; D Williams (Conwy) 21 G W Hughes (Colwyn Bay) 14.
Semi-finals: L Scott 21 D Jones 19; D Williams 21 D Baskerville 18. Final: D Williams 21 L Scott 18. High break prize: S Parry (St Asaph) 13.
The prize for the Best Lady award was generously donated by Jane Bowler to the best junior Harry Lawton (Conwy).
Craig-y-Don and The Oval bowling clubs’ ladies’ teams challenge each other annually for the Sir Henry Fildes Cup. This year it was Craig-y-Don’s turn to host the match which is always a very enjoyable afternoon of bowling.
There were some very good matches but, at the end of the afternoon it was Craig-y-Don Ladies who triumphed 7-3.
Margaret Snow, Oval Ladies’ captain (last year’s winners) presented the Fildes Cup to Craig-y-Don captain, Nina Garlinge.
Next year’s match will be held at The Oval.