By Casey O'Connor
There weren’t too many injuries suffered at the Footy Fun Day at the Southern Cross Bowls Club this past week and send offs were few and far between, although some play was a bit rough with numerous shoulder charges from the bowls as they went crashing into the head.
Twelve teams played the first of a “footy” triples event which was well organised by Clark Davidson with players showing off their favourite NRL colours.
Actually, some were “showing off” quite a bit.
Many were questioning whether the President was wearing a skirt or a flag.
A bit of gamesmanship trying to put some off their game, I think.
There seems to have been an influx of Rabbits since their recent win.
They were out in big numbers fortunately they did not cause too much damage and it was not necessary to notify the local Rabbit Board.
The Cowboys had trouble mustering up a decent score (nothing changes), and the Manly Sea Eagles drowned in a sea of competition only managing to catch the wooden spoon on this occasion.
Not sure how but the St George Dragons scorched the field, coming up trumps on the day with the highest score over three rounds.
Dragons fans will take a win anyway it comes and this team took home the major prizes of artwork of their favourite team.
Congratulations to Kim, Cocky and Barry Frame who were all very lucky not to get 10 in the bin.
Some of Pat Gainey’s excellent paintings were raffled.
The luck winners were Bill Lee (Panthers) and John Lawardorn (Eels).
There were ‘Scratchies’ awarded for “Touchers” and those went the way of Danny Lyons, Rob Francis, Al Thornton, Jim Lamb, Linda Nolan, Cita Weier, Greg Johnson, Kev Mooney, Cocky, Pat Gainey, John Lawardorn, Cathy Hankinson, Penny, Geoff Davis, Liam Holland and Nick Farmer.
If there were any major winners among the group they sensibly kept the news close to their chests.
The raffle winners were Cocky, Liam, John L and “Handy” Al Thornton.
Players enjoyed a great BBQ lunch and players and organisers thank the volunteers who ensured that the day was a winner.
Thursday there was less tackling and fewer metres made but the (social) game was cutthroat.
Val Gray scored a one point win over Brian Bourke and Darcy Furness.
Today, Thursday 30 September, Social Mixed Bowls commence at 1.00pm.
Everyone including beginners are most welcome. Simply call Val Gray on 0409 611 930 to book your spot or be at the club by 12.30pm to get a game.
This Friday, (1 October) the lights come back on for Twilight bowls which commence at 5.30pm.
Please be there at the club by 5pm or contact Clark (0427 673 277) to out your name down for a game.
Once again everyone including barefoot bowlers are welcome to join in the fun. A BBQ is included.
On Sunday 3 October there will be Social Mixed Bowls from 1pm.
Be at the club by 12.30pm or phone Clark to book your spot.
Everyone is welcome.
Follow the club on Facebook or contact the Secretary, Cheryl on 0407 641 158 for any further information.
