Tenby 90 (12 pts.) Milford Haven 75 (2)

Milford Haven were the visitors for the last game of the 2006 league season for the Coastal Cottages sponsored Tenby team. Captain Andrew Muskett was urging his players on to win big as third spot in the league was still a possibility. Doug Silcox, Mike Gouldingay, Ray Holly and Jon Webb were drawn on rink one, much to Peter Day's dismay. It turned out to be a bad day for the Tenby foursome, who never really got into the game. With scores only on seven ends, Jon and his rink crashed to a 16-shot defeat. Roy Kennion, Ashley Hooper, John Moffat and captain Andrew Muskett faired better on their rink. Always in control from the outset, Andrew guided his men to a very impressive 16-shot victory which immediately cancelled out the deficit from rink one. Rink three consisted of Neil Dickinson, Bert Barnikel, Terry Preston and skip Peter Day. You can always rely on this four to produce, and once again Peter and his men cruised to another comfortable 13-shot victory. Gerald Hewitt, Jo Richards, Dai Spencer and Pat Currie raced into an early nine-shot lead in their match. Good bowling from the Milford men got them back to within three shots, but Pat and his men picked up a five and a three late on to win the contest by eight shots. A 15-shot victory and 12 points ensured Tenby finished the season on a high, but its fingers crossed on other results to see if they can pinch third place. Captain Andrew thanked his team for their efforts throughout the season. Rink scores (Milford Haven skips only): Gerald Hewitt, Joseph Richards, Dai Spencer, Pat Currie 25; D. Buchanan 17. Neil Dickinson, Bert Barnikel, Terry Preston, Peter Day 23; E. Sturley 16. Doug Silcox, Mike Gouldingay, Ray Holly, Jon Webb 14; B. Howells 30. Roy Kennion, Ashley Hooper, John Moffat, Andrew Muskett 28; R. Thomas 12.

Bonus Ball

Believe it or not, but the Owens household picked up the kitty for the third week in succession. This time it was Marnie's husband Ben who was the lucky winner. This must be a record in the long and varied history of the bonus ball! Ray and Mavis Holly were the other lucky winners. Party time

It is that time of year again, the Tenby side are bound for the Chinese Restaurant tomorrow (Saturday), while the Five Arches hold their end of season bash on Friday, September 15, with a buffet and party at the club. Wednesday, September 6, is the juniors time to celebrate for their fun evening and buffet, starting around 6 pm.

Arthur Ormond Memorial Match

This annual fixture between the bowlers and the golfers, played in memory of Arthur Ormond, who was president of both clubs, was this year, to their great delight won by the visitors. Mind, we did give them a generous 10-shot start played over only 15 ends, and such luminaries as Paul Diment and bowlers Neil Dickinson and Phil Watkins played for the golfers. In the home side ranks was eight-year- old Adam Rees who thoroughly enjoyed himself even though he found the conditions hard going. Did his opponent offer him a half-of-shandy afterwards? It was nice that sons Richard and Robert could finally get their hands on the magnificent trophy as victors, but we will certainly have to look at the handicap for next season!

Pendine 94 (12 pts.) Tenby Five Arches 74 (2) Well, it was not to be, in the league decider the visitors were found out on a surface heavy than they are used to. But some adapted more than others. Roy Powling was simply outstanding, with Tony Brown not far behind. They never once lost the lead to win by seven shots. In the circumstances, it was a magnificent performance. Gwyn Beynon and his charges took time to adapt to the conditions and at one stage found themselves 15 shots down, but they rallied and with all the rink now finding the pace of the green they eventually only went down by four shots. This was a typical 'never say die' performance by the 'little general' and his rink, who again have had a great season. It was only over the last two ends when the home side picked up six shots that was the undoing of Dai King Thomas and his men. Up to the eighth end, Mike and his crew were only two shots adrift, but then the wheels came of the trolley. At one stage they dropped 15 shots without reply, as the home rink really turned the screw. They rallied towards the end, but were well beaten by 16 shots. So the Arches finished runners-up in the league to a season that had promised so much, but to have gone the whole campaign and lost only three matches and those all away, was still a great performance. Sincere thanks to the travelling band of supporters who did their best to lift the Tenby side, and to the team's main sponsors, Stena Line. Rink scores (Tenby Five Arches first, Pendine skips only): R. Kennion, J. Taylor, T. Brown, R. Powling 25; M. Thomas 18, M. Gouldingay, T. Brutnell, G. Hill, D. King Thomas 15; A. Edwards 22. S. Askew, B. Bailey, D. Robb, M. Crockford 13; S. King Thomas 29. R. Hine, K. Lloyd, R. Hurlow, G. Beynon 21; J. Griffiths 25.

Rossiter Trophy

August Bank Holiday Monday witnessed the first ever running of the newly-formed Rossiter Trophy kindly sponsored by Mike Rossiter and Sons, along with co-sponsor Golden Charter. This tournament would be held at Tenby or Saundersfoot on alternate years with this first year at Tenby. The format consisted of 28 pairings in four groups of seven with the top two from each group progressing to the quarter-finals. With the weather remaining dry throughout the day, a feast of bowling was enjoyed by all competitors. Due to the large number of entrants, it was certainly a very tiring day for all, in fact the last four semi-finalists would have notched up a massive 54 ends in total. By 8 pm that evening the competition finally came to a close with Tony and Doris Brown finishing in a creditable fourth place, third position went to the Saundersfoot pairing of John and Marion Evans. The final was contested between Terry Preston and Gwyn Beynon against Pat Currie and Dai Spencer. This ended up a very close affair with Pat and Dai just winning by one shot, and therefore lifting the magnificent cut glass trophy. A delightful buffet prepared by Margaret Robb was laid on in the club after, along with the presentation which included cash prizes, polo shirts and bowling towels. A raffle was also held in aid of the Gareth Scotcher Fund which again was well supported. Special thanks must go to Lynn Deli, the tireless organiser for another smoothly run competition, and everyone who pitched in on day. Simon Rossiter also added his own thanks to everyone at the bowling club, especially Lynn and Dai Spencer for making the day such a success. Thanks also to Molly, Izzy and Lizzy for doing a wonderful job selling the raffle tickets. "It was a brilliant day and we look forward to next year's event in Saundersfoot," said Simon.