Results for Thursday, May 15 were as follows: Top score - Muriel Griffiths; first lady - Joan Dorling; second lady - Rosa Middleton; first gent - Kath Sutcliffe; second gent - Vera Burrows; first half winner - Eric Sutcliffe; second half winner - Pearl Thomas; longest sitter - Gladys Cleaton; raffle - Kath Sutcliffe, Thelma Hunter and Pearl Thomas.
Results for Saturday, May 17, were as follows: Top score - Gladys Cleaton; first lady - Kath Sutcliffe; second lady - Muriel Griffiths; first gent - Eric Sutcliffe; second gent - Peggy Fender; first half winner - Elsie Breadnam; second half winner - Roly Hughes; longest sitter - Pearl Thomas; raffle - Kath Sutcliffe and Pearl Thomas.
NB. Tenby Bowling Club whist is played at 7.30 pm sharp every Thursday evening and at 2 pm sharp every Saturday in the club's function room, Sutton Street. New members are always very welcome.
CLUB COMPETITIONS
Members are reminded that our internal cups for ladies and gents have been drawn and posted with deadline for various rounds.
Please do not wait until the last day, play early rather than late.
GOSCAR 54 (2 pts)
CASTLE 106 (12 pts)
The weather was dry but windy for Goscar's visit to Haverfordwest last Saturday.
Talking to the skips after the match, they thought the rub of the green certainly went to Castle and that the final score was not a true reflection of the match, but it was played in a good sporting manner.
The star rink for Goscar was Rob Wilkins' outfit. Finding themselves 8-2 down after five ends, they pulled back level 9-9 after 10 ends and ran out final winners 21-16.
New bowler, Stuart Askew, playing in his third competitive game gave a good account of himself, ably supported on the front end of the rink by Alex 'I'll be on time' Vincent, John 'the towel' Baggott and skip Rob Wilkins.
Harry Meads and his rink put in a competitive show and it was good to see another junior, 13-year-old Scott Meads, come into the team and play with determination and enthusiasm.
It was also a welcome back to bowling after four years to David Rees who will certainly be a good addition to the team.
Reg Thake's rink with 'airborne' Bill Bailey as his number three, found they were up against a tough rink led by S. Sedgisley, but new member Trevor Harvey had an impressive game playing lead.
Alan Rootes, skipping for the first time, was pitched in against possibly the strongest rink. It was good to see Stuart Paul back playing his first match of the season along with Eric Dorling, and 'para' Alan Redman, coming in as a late replacement, kept going to the end.
Rink scores - Goscar first, Castle skips only were:
S. Askew, A. Vincent, J. Baggott, R. Wilkins 21; D. Phillips 16.
S. Paul, E. Dorling, A. Redman, A. Rootes 8; J. Lewis 34.
T. Harvey, T. Brutnell, B. Bailey, R. Thake 12; S. Sedgisley 32.
S. Meads, D. Rees, T. Powling, H. Meads 15 J. Jones 24.
Goscar 59
St. Katherine's 92 (14 pts)
We just finished in time to stay dry when Goscar visited St. Katherine's on Sunday.
Once again all rinks held their own until the tea break after which they fell away, the exception being Rob Wilkins' outfit. They were 20-18 up after 19 ends, were unlucky to lose a four on the 20th end and a single on the 21st end, finishing 20-23 down.
Alan Rootes and his rink had young Liam McDaid back into the rink after a short illness and it certainly looks as though he is going to be a first choice number one for any rink this season.
Reg Thake's rink had new member Trevor Harvey as lead playing his second match, and he gave a good account of himself with young Joe Richards playing two in place of Ted 'we'll have a chance of winning now we've go rid of the captain' Brutnell and seasoned campaigner 'airborne' Bill Bailey as his number three.
The rink skipped by Harry Meads was led by his grandson Scott Meads who played well after settling down after the first few ends, and he certainly made sure grandad Harry centred the jack spot on.
David Rees was impressive playing two, captain T.B. played his usual game, no comments, please, and Harry was a bit unfortunate with a few of his conversion shots.
Rink scores - Goscar first, St. Katherine's skips only were:
S. Meads, D. Rees, T. Brutnell, H. Meads 12; D. Smith 27.
S. Askew, A. Vincent, J. Hubbard, R. Wilkins 20; D. Joyce 23.
L. McDaid, E. Dorling, R. Hine, A. Rootes 16; P. Harries 23.
T. Harvey, J. Richards, B. Bailey, R. Thake 11; K. Walker 19.
TENBY 127
FISHGUARD 43 1/4
The Jones and Jones sponsored Tenby team entertained Fishguard in their second tie of the Carruthers shield.
Tenby took to the green with a couple of changes from the previous weekends team. Fishguard arrived with two players short, so it looked like they would be up against it from the start.
For the benefit of non-bowlers, this meant that there would be two rinks with only three players in, and at the end of the match 25 per cent would be deducted from their final shot count.
Rink one witnessed the closest game with Andrew 'stressed' Muskett at skip, supported by Lee Richards, Gwyn Beynon and Terry Preston. It was a tough battle with Fishguard skip M. Power having a splendid game, with Andrew's men edging it, though with the 25 per cent deduction rule was needed.
It was a bit easier on Terry Howells', rink who had adapted well in the role of skip for Tenby. Ian Badham had a fine game at lead, steady Bill Bailey again proving his worth in the Tenby side and Dave 'its all about passing' Morgan all contributed to the 21 shot victory. Dave the sportsman that he is at one time was seen urging on the Fishguard bowls.
The back in-form Pat Currie had an impressive 29 shot victory over skip T. Jones. His rink had a solid platform up front consisting of Dai Spencer and Ben Owens, with Peter Day performing well again at third, Pat was never under pressure and ran out an easy winner.
John Baggott inherited a relatively new rink which included the experienced Sam McNeilly up front, a young Luke Guymer was welcomed back into the fold after a winter of short mat, and Webby back into his preferred position at number three.
The rink gelled well and ran out with a 26 shot victory. Highlight of the match was a John Baggott final bowl that produced an excellent haul of seven shots, the celebration consisted of high fives all-round and one strangled beer towel.
Summing up it was an impressive win by Tenby, but the previous weeks slip up against Haverfordwest would most probably see them not qualifying for the latter stages this year.
Rink scores (Tenby first, Fishguard Skips only): Lee Richards, Gwyn Beynon, Terry Preston, Andrew Muskett 20; M. Power 15.
Ian Badham, Bill Bailey, Dave Morgan, Terry Howells 32; R. Pollard 8.25.
Dai Spencer, Ben Owens, Peter Day, Pat Currie 37; T. Jones 8.
Sam McNeilly, Luke Guymer, Jon Webb, John Baggott 38; D. Hughes 12.
FIVE ARCHES 65 (2 pts)
PEMBROKE DOCK 89 (12 pts)
This was an abysmal performance by the Arches. Several of the more senior players theoretically didn't turn up for the game, at least they were honest enough to admit afterwards.
Do we want the comfort zone of the second division, or the more intense game of the first division? I know what I want. As they say it is easy to go down and hard to go up and stay up.
It is up to us lads, we can't keep on saying that we have some players out.
Every club has that I am sure. The selectors have revamped the team for this week's match with Roy Powling, Doug Silcox and Bill Russell unavailable.
If we let the other teams get further away from us it will spell disaster for the rest of the season.
In this match, Ray Holly and his rink were on the back foot from the off and it was not until the 10th end that they registered their first score. Bert frankly admitted he did not perform, at least he is honest to admit it.
Graham Hill was the pick of the rink according to Ray.
David King Thomas and his men were in the game until two consecutive counts of four against them shook their confidence. Twice Dave had to make crucial saving shots. Billy Russell has a great game again, but knee injuries have forced him out for possibly the rest of the season. It never rains, but it pours. Maxie had a steady all-round game.
It was the middle of the game that was the downfall of Roy and his crew. Jonathan and Jim admitted they struggled, but it was not for the lack of trying. Gwyn threatened to burn his woods after the game.
The rink did not give up without a fight and came back strongly at the end, but still lost out by 12 shots.
Craig Guymer returned to the team with a vengeance aided and abetted by Gerald Hewitt, the rink built up a 16 shot lead by the 13th end.
Over the next three ends, the the focus went, but with all the rink supporting and encouraging each other storming home to a 15 shot win at least salvaged two points for the home side.
Lets hope we can put a performance together tomorrow (Saturday) and reverse the one shot defeat that the Dock 'A' side inflicted on us in the opening game of the season.
Special thanks to Betty Beynon, Betty and Rebecca Hooper and Liz Crockford for making the teas.
The Arches are sponsored by Stena Line and the match was sponsored by the Welsh Shop, owned by Jimmy Thomas, who is always a good supporter of the club.
Rink scores (Arches first, Dock skips only) were:
C. Guymer, G. Hewitt, P. Hooper, M. Crockford 25; R. Pointon 10.
J. Hubbard, J. Taylor, G. Beynon, R. Powling 11; L. Davies 23.
W. Russell, M. Donoghue, D. Silcox, D. King Thomas 14; D. Burns 23.
J. Richards, G. Hill, B. Barnikel, R. Holly 15; H. Hanger 31.
FIVE ARCHES SQUAD
The Five Arches team selected to play Pembroke Dock 'A' tomorrow (Saturday) at 2.30 pm at home is as follows:
T. Powling, M. Donoghue, J. Best, D. King Thomas.
J. Hubbard, N. Dickinson, G. Hill, R. Holly.
J. Taylor, B. Wilkins, B. Barnikel, G. Beynon.
C. Guymer, G. Hewitt, P. Hooper, M. Crockford.
Reserves: S. Smith, J. Richards, S. Taylor.
TENBY LADIES 24
FIVE ARCHES LADIES 43
The Tenby ladies played the Five Arches ladies last Thursday.
Rink scores (Tenby first) were:
P. Jones, L. Evans, M. Morris, M. Marquiss 11; B. Russell, G. Brutnell, A. Owens, A. Redman 26.
M. Draper, P. Best, P. Barnikel, J. Dorling 13; L. Deli, M. Cooke, V. James, I. Silcox 17.
TENBY LADIES 41
PEMBROKE DOCK 32
The Tenby Ladies beat a strong Pembroke Dock side at home on Saturday.
Rink scores (Tenby first, Pembroke Dock skips only) were:
P. Jones, M. Skyrme, M. Morris, M. Marquiss 24; J. Hissey 16.
M. Draper, L. Evans, P. Barnikel, J. Dorling 17; J. Morgan 16.
JUNIOR SECTION
Scott Meades certainly enjoyed his debut for the Goscar team over the past weekend. Liam McDaid is now a regular in the side and benefiting enormously from the experience.
The juniors will play their first friendly match against Saundersfoot Juniors on Sunday, June 8, at 10 am. If you fancy seeing the next crop of future Paul Diments and Peter Days, why not visit the green and see the enthusiasm of these youngsters?
Brian Diment has generously sponsored the juniors for their coloured shirts in memory of his late mother, Doreen Diment. Doreen was always a big supporter of the club, of which her late husband Bob was president, besides being one of the finest bowlers Tenby has produced - a tradition carried on by his grandson Paul, now a seasoned Welsh international.
Son Brian was no slouch on the playing field either, playing rugby at the top level, a fine cricketer and golfer, and now turning his hand to bowls. We are deeply indebted to the Diment family for this fine gesture.
The committee has decided to purchase flannels for the juniors, which will remain the property of the club, but allow the youngsters to turn out smartly during their formative years in the game. To offset the cost, both the Goscar and Five Arches teams are running raffles during home matches.
The monies from the club's weekly bonus ball will also be set aside to defray the cost.
Saundersfoot Bowling Club
We have all at one time or another I am sure had to deal with 'Murphy's Law' you know the one, if it is going to happen, it will when you least want it too. Don't talk about it to the ladies or St Issell's. After a couple of weeks of glorious sunshine and dry weather, they were all set to play their first league match of the season against Pendine, and what happens? that's right starting off as a steady drizzle in a cold wind, it developed into torrential rain in bitter cold conditions. Oh and they lost also!
ST ISSELL'S 34
PENDINE 42
The opening ends saw the visitors streak away, with the home ladies just not able to reach the head. Never mind the score, the odd shot here and there kept them in the game 'just. At tea, they were 24 to 4 down. Obviously a cup of hot beverage got them going and they fought back well to lose by just the eight shots.
Scores were:
P. Thomas, A. Howells, B. Lawrence, G. Dugmore 17; B. Pickersgill 21.
D. Rigden, M. Robb, S. Spiller, B. L. Lewis 17; M. Stewart 21.
ST BRIDE'S 66 (4pts) PEMBROKE DOCK 'B' 74 (10 pts)
Tony Shaw, captain of St Bride's and his selectors have a big problem when it comes to picking their teams. Who to leave out? They are fighting to get a game, I did hear monetary values being mentioned, but I don't believe it.
What has brought this change of fortune, nobody knows, but certainly the players are on a high and it shows, the games that they have only picked up the four points have all been close run things and could have gone either way.
You could see the disappointment on the St Bride's faces when they came off the green, they are so confident of doing well, and the bowling shows it as well.
Scores were:
E. Gulliver, J. Bingham, J. Davies, T. Shaw 20; D. Gwynn 12.
J. Jones, G. Davies, D. Pope, G. Phillips 12; S. Davies 25.
S. Dick, G. James, J. Cleaver, L. Davies 13; C. Hughes 18.
N. Griffiths, M. Dick, R. Pring, M. Brewer 21; M. Young 19.
DIVISION ONE
ST ISSELLS 82 (10 pts) HAVERFORDWEST
81 (4 pts)
Captain John Dugmore was like the cat that got the cream after this game, and who could blame him. Whilst making his after match speech, he asked who would like to phone Peter Howells, the bowls sage of the 'West Wales Mercury' who just a couple of week ago predicted that St Issell's would be relegated this season as they were not strong enough. Plenty of volunteers applied including some of the Harfat lads who were in a state of shock, after this game.
And it could have been easier, at tea St Issell's were 10 shots clear with John Dugmore romping home. He had been 16 shots clear after four ends, at 18 ends the home team were still 18 shots clear, and then some either got tired or complacent and suddenly both John Dugmore's rink and that of John Moffat, who had also been coasting home dropped a total of eight shots each, to set the nerves on edge.
As it was a win by just the one shot, all four rinks did their parts with even the two losing rinks staying with their opponents to keep the score tight.
A marvellous win and hopefully a taste of what is to come.
This Sunday sees St Issell's travel to Tenby. A repeat of last week will certainly give captain John an even bigger grin.
Scores were:
D. Greaves, R. Morgan, J. Tyler, D. Robb 17; R. Fairhurst 25.
R. Kennion, J. Austin, D. Howells, J. Dugmore 27; P. Jenkins 19.
D. Newton, P. Bissell, A. Brace. J. Moffat 23; C. Jones 19.
D. Stokes, M. Gouldingay, J. Jenkins, D. Roberts 15; J. Docherty 18.
GREEN FINGERS
A number of people have commented on the green surrounds and the marvellous work that Paul Gray has been putting into them.
He has created rockeries, added subtle touches with ornaments and in general made the whole place a treat to wander round if you are not playing.
A great deal of discussion has been centred round the birds nest over by the putting green and what kind of bird could lay such a massive egg (and still live).
Suggestions for the birds name please, and a prize for the most original (and printable). Come on have a giggle, get your thinking caps on and let me have your names, or put your entry into the box in the foyer of the pavilion.
SAUNDERSFOOT LADIES v
PRIORY LADIES
Owing to a bit of a rush, I do not have the score cards for this game, but whilst the St Issell's players were turning over Harfat, the Saundersfoot Ladies were winning well at Priory. Sorry girls, but I will get the team lists for next week.
CONGRATULATIONS
Well done to junior captain James Criddle who travelled to Carmarthen last week to take part in the school athletics.
He came away with a couple of gold medals. If his bowling is as successful as his athletics he has a big big future. Congratulations James.
NARROW BIAS
SAUNDERSFOOT MENS TEAM
PEMBROKE DOCK 85 SAUNDERSFOOT 75
As Scarlett O'hara famously said in 'Gone with the Wind', "tomorrow is another day," and this was certainly true last week when just four days after gaining a decisive 33 shot victory over the Dock in a league encounter, the Seasiders visited for a Carruthers Cup game and were defeated by 10 shots.
Steve Poole's rink came back from a 10 shot deficit on seven ends to win by two and Donnie Poole edged Harry Hanger's rink by one shot.
Alas, however, Dave Poole's super rink having been shell shocked by a Les Davies whirlwind start, found themselves 14 shots down after only nine ends, and although making a terrific comeback to draw level on 16 ends, found the effort too much and went down by four.
Club president, John Dugmore, fresh from his successful club tour must have wished he'd stayed in Cornwall for another week and went down by nine shots.
Saundersfoot must now beat Neyland and hope that Milford Haven can beat Pembroke Dock if they stand any chance of qualifying for the knock out stages.
Rink scores (Pembroke Dock skips only): R. Kennion, R. Brabon, J. Smalley, J. Dugmore 15; R. Pointon 24.
J. Evans, J. Moffat, M. Dennis, S. Poole 20; D. Burns 18.
G. Spiller, K. Taylor, T. Cummings, Dave Poole 24; L. Davies 28.
G. Cavell, J. Roberts, D. Roberts, D. Poole 16; H. Hanger 15.
Tomorrow (Saturday) it is back to the league with a home game versus Neyland, with a 2.30 pm start. A reminder that a team photograph will take place at 2 pm.
SPECTATOR
PAC off to a flying start
Two of PAC's top junior racers, Micahel Bevans PAC 5 and Nathan Rees PAC 57, both contenders to take the British Junior title at Stratford-upon-Avon at the beginning of June.
Following an outstanding 2002 season, the Pembroke Autograss Club has started 2003 extremely well, with three first class meetings, all of which have been national qualifying points meetings.
With over 100 drivers at each meeting, some close exciting racing was had.
PAC is now the fourth largest club in Great Britain and has all different types of members, ranging from full racing men and ladies members, junior racing members who are aged between 12 and 16, mechanics and members who are all vital to the smooth running of the club.
The best turned out autograss cars for PAC this year were John Edwards with his Class One PAC 010 and Raymond Rees with his Class Nine Special PAC 39. These cars were chosen by the landlords of the PAC race track, John and David Harris.
PAC's next race meeting and the last qualifying round for this year's Men's National Autograss Championships will be held on this Sunday, May 25, 12 noon at Lamphey. Anyone requiring any additional information, please contact Joan Bevans, publicity officer, on (01646) 686253.
Results of PAC's third race meeting on May 11, were as follows:
Class One: 1. PAC5, Mike Bevan; 2. PAC31, George Bagley; 3. PAC 45, Raymond Morgans.
Class Two: 1. PAC461, Darren Jones; 2. PAC02, Dean Fellows; 3. PAC62, Jason Sussex.
Class Three: 1. PHD97, Tony Hughes; 2. PAC555, Paul Edwards; 3. PAC61, Mike Cole.
Class Four: 1. PAC148, Jason Roberts; 2. PAC20, Steve Forrest.
Class Five: 1. PAC34, Marc Jones; 2. PAC33, Julian Dunbar; 3. PAC65, Idris Jenkins.
Class Six: 1. PAC11, Clive Kennington; 2. PAC13, John Lewis.
Class Seven: 1. PAC22, Anthony Jones; 2. PAC24, Garry Rees; 3. PHD85, Andrew Lewis.
Class Eight: 1. PAC64, Jon Sale; 2. PAC8, Tony Rees; 3. PAC6, Damien Harris.
Class Nine: 1. PAC39, Raymond Rees; 2. PAC46, Darren Jones; 3. PAC9, Martin Powell.
Class 10: 1. PAC43, Derrick Brown; 2. PHD727, Bentley Vaughan; 3. PAC09, Graham Davies.
Class 11: 1. PHD40, Donna Forrest; 2. PAC45, Sharon Powell; 3. S777, Hannah Thomas.
Class 13: 1. PAC24, Caroline Jones.
Class 14: 1. PHD27, Julie Ferniough; 2. PAC8, Paula Williams; 3. PAC43, Cath Brown.
Juniors: 1. PAC57, Nathan Rees; 2. PAC5, Michaela Bevans; 3. PAC83, Joe Brick.
OPEN
Unmodified Open: 1. PAC601, Duane Harris; 2. PAC08, Michael Rees; 3. PAC50, Lee Harding; 4. PAC01, Andrea Forrest.
Modified Open: 1. PAC22, Anthony Jones; 2. PAC34, Marc Jones; 3. PAC33, Julian Dunbar; 4. PAC148, Jason Roberts.
Specials Open: 1. PAC8, Tony Rees; 2. PAC64, Jon Sale; 3. PAC43, Emyr Brown; 4. PAC09, Graham Davies.
Ladies Open: 1. PAC43, Cath Brown; 2. PAC8, Paula Williams; 3. PAC74, Tracy Rees.
Junior Open: 1. PAC5, Michaela Bevans; 2. PHD84, Mathew Sawyer; 3. PAC171, Jamie Davies; 4. PAC117, Andrew Lewis.
Wheelbender: 1. PAC43, Derrick Brown; 2. PAC09, Graham Davies; 3. PHD64, Lee Williams; 4. PAC9, Martin Powell.
Refinery boost for counselling service
Pembrokeshire Counselling Service, which offers a free support service to people all over the county has received a £250 boost from Total, Milford Haven Refinery. The money will be used to help towards providing counsellors, and Kate Morris, Refinery Nurse and member of the sponsorship committee is seen here handing over the cheque to Margaret Burnott.
College catering initiative cooks up success
Members of Pembrokeshire College's new catering initiative with Philip Evans, chairman of the Welsh Tourist Board.
Pic. Dylan Davies
An innovative scheme run by Pembrokeshire College, helping unemployed people gain free training and tuition in the catering industry, saw its first class of students qualify with an NVQ Level 2 certificate this week.
The scheme, which took on 11 students initially and taught them every aspect of catering life, from preparation, cooking, to health and hygiene, for one day a week at the De Valence cafe, has been such a success that there are plans to spread the initiative to the north of the county.
Students ran the De Valence cafe as a real restaurant and catered for real customers every day, which has sharpened their skills and given them a realistic sample of a working restaurant.
All of the graduates have found work in the catering for the upcoming season, and many of them are to attend a part-time day release course next year to update and add to their current skills.
An added bonus of completing the course is that all the students get to keep their whites and knives, fully equipping them for the catering industry.
Chairman of the Wales Tourist Board, Mr Philip Evans, met with the students, and course organiser, Frank Shortt this week and was full of praise, stating that the tourism industry was in crisis at the moment and wherever he went, the same problem of chef shortages always appeared.
Pembrokeshire College will be running the scheme again next year, with a venue yet to be decided.
Anyone who is interested in gaining extra qualifications at no cost, is urged to visit their local job centre or contact Pembrokeshire College direct to find out more about the scheme.