2021 / 2022 New Club Champions
In a dramatic days play, Ann Shipcott and Gordon Charles emerged as Lancefield Bowling Club’s singles champions.
Remarkably, Gordon had to wait 29 years to emulate his first title, when he defeated Bern Shannon 25-10 in 1993.
In contrast, Ann only took up bowls when she moved to Lancefield nine years ago and her game improved a notch with the chance to play as skipper for the first time this season.
In a close woman’s final Ann showed no nerves against Sue Holmes Who had previously eliminated title favourite Bev Holmes in a high quality Semi-final.
On what proved to be the final end, Sue held three close shots for game only to see Ann produce a perfect final bowl to end up beside the jack for a 25-22 victory.
In the mens semi-final Gordon advanced 25-22 when former title holder Jeff Holmes drove and unfortunately removed all his own bowls.
Defending champ Gary Choate excelled with 22-13 semi-final victory over Peter White.
In the final Gary led 17-12 only for Gordon to fight back. An unexpected four shots the final end gave the rejuvenated Gordon 25-21 triumph.