We have a good history of friendly club competitions.
Sometimes we all feel daunted and don’t believe we are good enough to enter, but these give all levels of bowler a chance to hone their skills against players of all abilities. Doesn’t matter if you win or lose, although I know deep down we all like to win, but it’s a great experience, so why not give it a go.
If you are successful and make it through to the final, then these are played over the August Bank Holiday weekend. If you don’t get through, then it’s an ideal opportunity to support your friends and watch some lovely bowling.
We have various competitions, some have a long history in the club, while others are quite new, so they all offer a different experience. Therefore it is not surprising that the number of competitions has grown from one, The Men’s Championship in 1921, to 15 ladies, mens and mixed competitions which are now fought for during the season
Below are some of the guidelines and rules, which in themselves can be daunting, but if you have any questions then please contact the Competition Secretary,
There are Mens, Ladies and Mixed Competitions, so plenty of choice.
These competitions are usually played as a knock-out format, and are played with a fixed number of ends, if the scores are level when these ends are completed a further end must be played. Players toss to decide who will have the jack for the additional end.
Competitors and Markers should dress correctly for all competitions:
Club competitions are played in Greys.
Club shirts are preferred but you can wear a plain white top.
What’s a Marker I hear you ask?
When it’s a singles match, the marker will be at the head to centre the jack, and answer questions as asked by the players. They keep score and will measure if asked.
The Challenger:
The first named player in each round is the “Challenger” and will be responsible for:
- Arranging times – the Challenger must contact their opponent and fix a playing date and time that is agreed by both players within the prescribed “play-by date”
- Providing a “marker” for singles games (when required)
- Booking a rink on BIAS (ask for help if you are not sure)
- Entering the score on BIAS when played (or tell the Competition Secretary)
Each competition has a closing date for each round.
If you have any problems contact the Competition Secretary
– do not leave it to the last minute.
No extension to the closing date can be assumed or will be granted unless in extenuating circumstances and in consultation with the Competition Secretary.