YMGCR Bowls Club.
Mid – Week Pennant Preview.
Mid – Week Pennant resumes next Tuesday, the 20th of January, so it is time to have a look at where YMGCR’s sides are placed, who they play in the first game back after the Christmas break, and perhaps gaze into the crystal ball and have a glance at what the rest of the season may bring.
The A1s are sitting in 3rd place on the ladder with 84 points in the bag. They have 6 wins to their name and first up have a home fixture against Corowa Civic. Corowa Civic are in 6th place on the ladder and this could be the A1s chance to secure a home win and gain some ground on 2nd placed Wodonga.
The A2s are also in 3rd place on the ladder with 6 wins and 81points to their name. Their first essay after the break is a home game against 2nd placed Wodonga, who are on 87 points. Should they win this one they will move into 2nd place on the ladder. At the moment the runaway leaders of the A2 section are Club Mulwala who sit on 9 wins and 120 points.
The B2s who are in 3rd place on 6 wins and 70 points play an away fixture at Club Mulwala, who find themselves in 8th place on the ladder. This is a must win for the B2s as they have to make ground on 2nd placed Howlong, who are on 109 points and 1st placed Lavington who have a staggering 131 points in the bank.
Weekend Pennant Preview.
Weekend Pennant kicks off this weekend and the A1s are in 2nd spot on the ladder with 116 points in the bank. The A1s first outing is a home game against 3rd placed Corowa RSL who are on 110 points. This is a must win for the A1s to secure a tighter grip on 2nd place. Lose this one, and they find themselves back in the ruck, so to speak, in 3rd place.
The A3s, who find themselves in 6th place with 81 points to their name, have an away fixture against 5th placed Bright who are on 88 points. Win this game and the A3s have a chance to edge their way within reach of a place in the top four.
The B1s are in 6th place with 3 wins and 52 points to their name. For their first essay after Christmas, they play St. James at the Golf Club. St. James are in 4th place on the ladder with 80 points. A home game win would give the B1s the chance to make a positive move toward the final four.
The B2s who are a real chance to make an imprint on this year’s finals are in 4th place on the ladder with 5 wins and 90 points in the bag. Their first outing is an away fixture at St. James, who are in 8th place on the ladder on 35 points. Win this one, and the B2s are in a solid position with finals looming in about 4 weeks.
Ladies & Men’s Pairs and Mixed Pairs Competitions.
Entry sheets for the Ladies Pairs, Men’s Pairs & Mixed Pairs Competitions are now on the Bowls Office notice boards. Entries close on Monday the 2nd of February at 3.00pm.
YMGCR Annual Barefoot Bowls Charity Challenge.
Following on from the success that was last year’s Barefoot Charity Challenge. YMGCR are happy to announce that the Charity Barefoot Challenge is back on for 2026. The format is four players per team, entry is free. Games commence at 7.00pm and the first game is on Tuesday the 27th of January. This is a terrific opportunity to have fun while at the same time raising money for our worthy local charities. So get a team of workmates and friends together for a series of great nights. For further information contact Kerry Kinnane 0419 313 683 Jill Lamson 0431 198 198, or Sue Beca 0433 834 043.
Thursday Social Bowls.
Thursday Social Bowls resumes, weather permitting, this Thursday the 15th of January. The games commence at 10.30 am while the hotter weather is with us. Entry sheets will be on the Bowls Office notice boards. The game format is nominated 3 bowl pairs. Single entries and visitors are most welcome to play. Single entries and visitors are asked to include a contact telephone number with their names. Until next week, good bowling.