June 1, 2025
Kew Bowling Club Viv Gunter (Runner Up) and Brett Irwin (Champion): Minor Singles Final.

Kew Bowling Club

18th MAY, 2025

In Wednesday Social Bowls Frank Raczka and Phil Collins claimed first prize. The Runners Up were Denis Squires and Steve McGregor. Voucher winners were Ian Hodgkinson, Frank Raczka, Gary Gleeson, John Smith, Mick Ashford and Ian Poole.

The Friday Jackpot, once again, failed to be drawn with the big pot now sitting at $644. The Rink Winners were Reggie Robb, Ian Hodgkinson and Dean Gemmell. The Runners Up were John Smith, Jeff Nichols and Ian Orr. Voucher Winners were Doreen Barr, Terry Miles, Jean Donald and Wayne Thrussell.

Saturday saw the semi finals of the Mens Minor Singles being played, the results being:

– Brett Irwin def. Bob Clark 25-9

– Viv Gunter def. Dave Harvey 25-23

The stage was set for a great Final between Brett Irwin and Viv Gunter, with a good crowd seeing a closely fought contest. In a game where the lead changed constantly, Brett Irwin held off Viv Gunter to win 25-21. Congratulations Brett, for a great series, with commiserations going to Viv, missing out but putting up a great contest.

The draw for the Club Championship Triples, commencing on Saturday 31st May 2025, has now been finalised. The draw is on the Notice Board in our Club House, and is also included on our website kew.bowls.com.au

Our Travelling Bowlers visit Foster on Sunday 25th May 2025. Meet at the Club at 8:00 am for car pooling.

Bowls this week include Wednesday Social and Saturday Cashpot Triples, names in by 11.30 for a 12.30 start (mufti dress).

By Andrew RICHARDS