After a spell of fine sunny weather, the rain arrived last Saturday, forcing the cancellation of Saundersfoot's opening game in Division One against Haverfordwest.
As one member put it, "You know when the bowling season starts as the weather returns to normal!"
Tomorrow (Saturday), the team travel to Pendine for a 2 pm start and the team selected is: G. Cavell, R. Pring, J. Moffat, J. Jenkins; R. Kennion, T. Lamkin, J. Dugmore, S. Poole; G. Spiller, N. Ruff, A. Brain, S. Dick; B. Deeley, A. Brace, M. Brace, P. Blayney.
Other fixtures for the coming week include St. Issell's men commencing their Division Two campaign against Whitland Borderers at home and Saundersfoot ladies versus Pendine away, both tomorrow at 2 pm.
On Sunday, there is a men's friendly against Portishead British Legion at 2 pm and another friendly, this time mixed on Thursday, May 7, versus West Midland Police, again starting at 2 pm.
Next Wednesday, the Saundersfoot men start their Carruthers campaign when they entertain Pembroke Dock at 6 pm.
Party time
Last Friday, the clubhouse was full to capacity as family, friends and bowling club members all gathered to celebrate popular lady member Chris Haley's birthday.
A splendid time was had by all who particularly enjoyed the wonderful buffet and Chris would like to thank everyone who helped to make the night such a success.
With the club resplendent in balloons and trimmings and liquid refreshment being provided by Brian Deeley and Paul Blayney, a special surprise for Chris was when step-mum Brenda, who was on a Norwegian cruise, 'phoned during the evening to send her best wishes.
All present said that they were now looking forward to her next special birthday so they could do it all again!
junior coaching
Junior coaching commenced last Monday with a good turnout of youngsters eager to learn the basics of the game and take up a sport that they can enjoy for the rest of their lives.
This continues on Monday afternoon between 3.30 and 5.30 pm.
The club also provides free coaching for older members at other times and further information can be obtained from Neville Ruff on Saundersfoot 812605.
Why not give Nev a ring and arrange a session, you will be made most welcome at the club.
Mid-week triples
The ever popular mid-week triples commences next Tuesday, May 5, at 2 pm.
Organised again this year by John Austin, this competition is open to members and visitors and also to potential members who may like to come along, have a game and perhaps decide if they would like to take the sport up.
Men's Open Week
Entries are now being taken for the Men's Open Week competition which take place from Sunday, July 26, to Saturday, August 1.
Evening sessions are available in he early rounds and further information can be obtained from the tournament secretary Paul Blayney on Saundersfoot 814741.
Welcome back Steve!
The Saundersfoot club are pleased to see Stevie Poole back bowling after a two year sabbatical.
Steve, a Welsh under 35 international and county skip, has been missed for his infectious humour, both on and off the green, and his bowling prowess.
Steve is a member of the Poole family who have done so much for the club since its inception in 1962.
Grandfather Trevor was a founder member and past county president, father Graham is a past chairman and secretary, Uncle Donnie still plays at the club and is a Welsh international as well as being last year's county president, and brother David until recently also played and skipped for the county.
Welcome back Steve and it was nice to see him accompanied last week as always, by partner Serena and children Adrienne and Dylan.
County trial
Two members of Saundersfoot have been chosen to play in the men's county trial at Pembroke Dock next Thursday, May 7.
They are young Joe Dennis and club chairman Paul Blayney and they are wished success.
Next Sunday, there is as usual, a good number of Saundersfoot lady members involved in the North v South county opener at Pendine and they too are sent best wishes for the day.
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