News

14 May 2025  

 Johns trophy Selection 2025 web secs

The selectors would like to thank you all for attending the trial last Saturday. There was some excellent bowling. The games were played in a good spirited way. Everyone was encouraged to give of their best.

Thank you to County Arts for hosting the trial, and keeping us fed and watered on the day.

The selectors had a very difficult time in selecting the team and squad members for the first game.

The following team and travelling squad members have been selected for the game on Saturday June 7^th Norfolk v Suffolk Haughley B.C Stowmarket time 1.30pm start.

Travelling squad members: Sue Ball, Sandra Curtis, Harriet East, Rachel Stephenson and Joyce Webster.

Squad members: Lynne Cannell, Bernadette Scott, Nicola Segolo and Kirsty Sparrow.

Next games:

Saturday June 21^st Norfolk v Cambridgeshire at Newmarket Avenue B.C 11am.

Saturday July 12^th Norfolk v Essex at The Rookery B.C Stowmarket 1pm.

Please come along and support the County at the Johns Trophy games.

Christine Rednall.

Walker Cup Sele

30 April 2025  

Walker Cup Selection 2025.

Congratulations to the following that have been selected to play, and be part of the Walker Cup squad for 2025. This takes place over the weekend of the Saturday 17th and Sunday18th May 2025 at St Neots B.C.

Norfolk will play Cambridgeshire at 4pm on the Saturday, then Hunts and Bedfordshire on Sunday, 9.30am and 1pm.

The players selected for the first game:

Squad members: Ellie Johnson and Shannon Tucker.

Johns Trophy Trial.

This will take place at County Arts B.C on Saturday 10th May 2025 commencing at 10.30am. Congratulations to all who have been selected. I am sure the selectors will have a difficult task in selecting the squad for 2025. Come along and see some excellent bowling.

This season's round robin matches are as follows:

Saturday June 7th Norfolk v Suffolk Haughley B.C Stowmarket time 1.30pm.

Saturday June 21st Norfolk v Cambridgeshire at Newmarket Avenue B.C  11am.

Saturday July 12th Norfolk v Essex at The Rookery B.C Stowmarket time tbc.

Christine Rednall.

16 February 2025  

County competitions are on website  , the public view of the competitions there is temporary error await server to be repaired

6 August 2024  

County Finals Weekend.

Norfolk Ladies held their County finals last weekend at RG Carters B.C. The weather was kind to them and some excellent bowling took place. Several of the finalists reaching the National finals at Leamington Spa for the first time. Congratulations to all who will represent the County later in August.

The two wood singles, pairs, triples and fours took place over the two days, results were as follows:

Two wood:

Pairs:

Triples:

Fours:

The singles took place on Tuesday 30^th July at RG Carters 6pm:

Only the winner will represent Norfolk at the National finals due to our small number of entries in this competition.

Junior singles:

Junior pairs.

The County will be represented by Ellie Johnson (Norfolk B.C.) and Chloe Palmer ( Mundford) at Leamington Spa.

These National entry competitions were followed by the inter County.

. Results were as follows:

Quarter final:

Semi final:

Final to be played on Monday 11^th August 11am at Carters B.C.

Champion of Champions

This was the third competition of the day for Lyn Humphreys having previously played in the Coronation triples, stamina needed as the day got hotter.

Semi final:

Final: ^th at 10.00am.

Unbadges singles:

Semi final:

Final:

Unbadged pairs:

Semi final:

Final:

Congratulation to all who took part on the day, and to RG Carters for their hospitality over the two days. The ladies in the kitchen who kept the players and spectators fed and watered and to those who cleared everything away at the end of the day. Without the volunteers at every club, events like this could not take place.

Webb Trophy.

The final was played at County Arts on Saturday 3rd of August, Norfolk B.C. defeated Acle. Congratulations to them. Thank you to the ladies at County Arts for the lovely buffet.

The County would also like to thank everyone who has made the season run smoothly, in particular Brenda Whitehead who has the task of organising them, not an easy job!

Qualifiers for Leamington Spa and the national finals in other competition:

Congratulations to:

The Amy Rose team who will play Lincolnshire in the semi-final on the first Saturday of the championships.

Our senior lady

Finally, to date, Norfolk B.C. who beat Wellingborough to qualify for the Top Club competition.

We send our best wishes to all competitors in the National finals at Leamington Spa.

10 June 2024  

Norfolk Ladies Bowls- The Weekend events

R. G Carters was the scene of the later stages of the County triples, writes Christine Rednall

Congratulations to all the ladies who took part in the Quarter and semi-finals of the triples on Saturday. The morning session in fine, sunny weather saw the following results:

The afternoon saw a very different day, rain and rather a lot of it fell during the first half of the game! This made bowling very difficult at times.

Semi Finals

The winners of the semi-finals now go forward to represent Norfolk in the B.E National finals at Leamington Spa commencing on Saturday 17^th August.

Coffee morning.

President Edna held the County coffee morning alongside the triples. Thanks to everyone who supported the event. Funds were raised to support the County.

Also, and not least, thanks to the ladies and gentlemen of R.G Carter

Amy Rose.

Congratulations to the Amy Rose team:

On Sunday 16^th June the team travelled to Sandy in Bedfordshire to play in the regional finals. In the morning game they played Essex and won by 49 shots to 33. In the final they played Huntingdonshire who had defeated Cambridgeshire earlier. They won this game 47 shots to 23. The girls now play at the national finals on Saturday 17^th August against Lincolnshire. Kent A and Somerset contest the other semi-final. Good luck to them.

Team Manager: Christine Webb.

Tickets for the national finals.

https://www.bowlsengland.com/aviva-national-finals/

The schedule for events can be found on the Competitions portal part of the website: https://www.bowlsenglandcomps.com/season/5/1.

Up and coming events:

Some rained off quarter finals, and semi finals of the fours will take place at Aldiss Park on Saturday 22^nd June, commencing at 10.00am.

The Walker Cup games continue with the regional finals to be held at Brampton B.C on Sunday 23^rd June. Norfolk are involved in the semi-final against Hertfordshire, whilstNorthamptonshire take on Essex in the other. The final will be played in the afternoon; the winners will go forward to the national finals at Leamington Spa.

Team:

Senior fours.

Saturday 29^th June sees the Senior fours quarter and semi-finals take place at R.G Carters B.C commencing at 10.00am.

Congratulations to those who have reached this stage.

County two wood quarter, semi and final.

These games to be played at Swaffham along with the County pairs quarter and semi-finals onSaturday 7^th July.

Details of the pairs will follow after the conclusion of the next round.

Spectators to all events are welcome.

10 June 2024  

Johns Trophy Walker Cup & Amy Rose Updates

Unfortunately our Johns campaign hasn

Firstly our Amy Rose team:

They defeated Northamptonshire at Girton B.C Cambridgeshire, winning on both rinks. They now play in the regional finals at Sandy Bedfordshire on Sunday 16^th June, Good luck to them.

Secondly, the Johns Trophy team played against Bedfordshire at Newmarket Avenue on Saturday 8^th June and had win 20 points to 2.

We next face Hertfordshire at Cambridge Chesterton B.C on Saturday 6^th July.

Thanks to the reserves, Jayne Greenace and Carole Slaughter, selectors, Officers and the spectators who attended the game.

Finally the Walker Cup team:

They played in Sunday 9^th June against Hunts and won scoring most of their shots over the last 3 ends on each rink, showing a game is never over until the final ends are played. Katherine^rd June.

Triples Quarter Finals.

The triples County competition has now reached the quarter final stage. This is to be held at R G Carters B.C on Saturday 15^th June alongside the President

Triples quarter final games to be played at 10.00am, semi-finals to follow in the afternoon.

International Selection.

Congratulations to Katherine Rednall who attended the England trial in May. She was selected to represent England in the British Isles International series to be held at Leamington Spa at the end of the month. Good luck to her and the rest of the team.

Congratulations to Chloe Palmer of Mundford B.C who was selected for an under 18 international trial but was unfortunately unsuccessful, better luck next time.

Christine Rednall.

10 June 2024  

County Triples and coffee morning

Quarter Finals/ Semi-Finals at R G Carters 9-30 for 10am Saturday 15th June Club Tops/Whites or Club Uniform Tea Coffee Rolls and Cakes Available also Bar and

Presidents Coffee Morning hope to see many of you there Lots of stalls Books, Bric a brac, Games,Tombola

Club Stickers    Rink   Umpire Chris Evans

Semi-Finals

28 may 2024  

Rearrange Fours

The fours will now be played on 22nd June 10am at Aldiss Park, as cancelled because of rain. 
Brenda

13 May 2024 Johns Trophy, Walker Cup and Amy Rose.

Welcome to the start of the new season. Saturday was a very busy day at County Arts, many thanks to them for allowing us to use their green to hold the County trials and providing refreshments thoughtout the day.

Thanks to the ladies who you attended the Johns Trophy trial on Saturday 11th May. It is never easy selecting a Team to play any sport as it causes disappointment for some and I am sure this is no exception.

The selectors had a very difficult job in selecting twenty four players for the first game at Hemingford Grey B.C.on Saturday 3^rd of June against Leicestershire. Start time 1.30pm.

Address: Hemingford Pavilion Manor Rd, Hemingford Grey, Huntingdon PE28 9BX.

It was decided to create a squad of players for the three games to be played this year and the teams and reserves to be selected from it.

Johns Trophy team:

The team for the first game is:

Travelling reserves: Frances Hendrick, Jane Cockerill, Kirsty Wright and Jane Greenacre.

Team Captain: Christine Webb.

Squad members:

Irene Lambert, Pam Whitehead, Bernadette Scott, Carole Slaughter, Rachel Stevenson, and Brenda Venn.

Unavailable for this game: Sophie Blanche, Ellie Johnson, Rebecca Willgress and Katherine Rednall.

Walker Cup.

Once again the selectors found it difficult to select the Walker Cup team for the game against Huntingdonshire.The following were selected:

Reserves to be named at a later date.

Team Captain: Christine Webb.

Walker Cup: Sunday June 9^th 2024 to be held at County Arts B.C 10.00 am.

Please come along and support the teams in the above competitions if you are able. Your support would be much appreciated.

Amy Rose Squad.

The following have been selected for the Amy Rose. The first game is to be played against Northamptonshire on Sunday 2^nd June 2024 at Girton BC, Wellbrook Way, Girton, Cambridgeshire, CB3 OFWC. Start time 10.30 am.

Team Manager: Christine Webb.

Reseves: Ellie Johnson and Harriett East.

Christine Rednall. County Secretary.

03 May 2024 Ladies open day

Sixteen teams of ladies enjoyed county open day, in lovely weather. The winners were
Linda Fuller, Judy Willis, Elaine Aberdeen and Christine Bailey from Watton bowls club, pictured with County President Edna Mayhew.

runners up Jenny Moon, Loraine Buck, Carol Tipton and Pam Smith from
Connaught bowls club.

Picture link

15 April 2024 welcome back and newsletter

18^th April 2024 Update

Now the Indoor season has just about finished, preparations for the beginning of the next outdoor season are finally completed. Cups washed, floors cleaned, greens cut, teams elected and much more done by willing volunteers, all vital at the start of the season.

Firstly: the Jermy Cup new format:

Jermy Cup 

Please pass this information to club Captains and those who select the teams.

We look forward to some excellent Sunday morning games.

Secondly, without our volunteers, the Bowls clubs would not exist. Not only are they there for competitive players but also for those who wish to play and socialise. Mental health issues surround us all; Bowls clubs can play an important part in helping others.

Volunteers are always needed.

Below are some ways in which you can become involved:

Volunteering.

If you are thinking about becoming a coach, an umpire or getting involved in safeguarding at your club then Bowls England Bursaries are available.

 Bowls England continue to offer bursaries towards:

  Coaching training

  Safeguarding training

  Umpiring costs -

  Details are on the Bowls England website

 
After a meeting, the County are pleased to be able to confirm that the  County Association will also be providing a bursary of the other 50% of the Course Fee for Coach Bowls Level 1 courses for 2 affiliated members over a 2 year period which means that members seeking to achieve a Level 1 coaching qualification will be able to get a bursary for 100% of the Course Fee. Details including the NBA Bursary application form are on our website Bursary page on the men's part of the website..

 The County are also considering offering bursaries towards Safeguarding qualifications, particularly so far as the mandatory requirement for Clubs to have a Safeguarding Officer in place by 2025, more details shortly.

We desperately need all of these within the County, maybe you can become involved, and volunteer to help our Sport continue.

Please come along and support the County

Christine Rednall.

15 April 2024 welcome back and newsletter

Welcome back to outdoor bowls.

We all hope you are well and ready for the start of the new season. Hopefully the weather will be kind to us and the greens run well.

Below is the newsletter which has been sent out to Club secretaries, hopefully it is distributed to members of each club and a copy placed in the club itself now the season has started. If you would like a copy sent to you personally, please let me have your e mail address.

We will endeavour to keep the website up to date with results and up and coming events as we did last year and send out a regular newsletter to clubs.

Have a happy and enjoyable season everyone.

Newsletter to come shortly

Norfolk County Bowls Association

Click link (if link does not open , then open as new window) for full report

Newsletter April 2024. 

Newsletter news.

Just in case you haven

Johns trial.

Selectors for the Johns and Walker Cup have met and picked thirty two players to attend the trial at County Arts on Saturday 11th May at 10.00am. Congratulations to them. The Squad for the series of Johns Trophy names will be selected after the trial along with the Walker Cup team and reserves for the 2024 season.

Johns trial selection:

* Will be replaced in the second game by A. Tickner and B Venn.

Reserves/unable to attend the trial: R. Willgress, L Knights and K Rednall.

Christine Webb will be selecting the Under 30

 News form B.E.

Season 2024, due to lack of entries in theCountysingles competitions , only the winner will represent Norfolk at Leamington Spa at the National Championships. Pairs, triples and fours will have the winner and runner up.

News with regard to the stamping of Bowls.

Pershore is closing for holidays just before Leamington. Pershore is where we take our bowls to have them restamped. To play in any competition your bowls must have a date of 1985 or later stamped on them. However if you are good enough to get to 'The National Finals' then your bowls MUST be in date. This means that the date stamp must show at least 2024. If the date is 2023 or before then you need to get them restamped.

County Competitions.

 As the beginning of the season draws nearer, hopefully all Opening Days are imminent. I

The competitors for the two wood singles is below, please note the venue for everyone is Norfolk Bowling Club and the time of your first game. The draw will be made on the day. If you are unable to play please let Brenda know as soon as possible.

County Events.

Come along and support the President

Saturday 15th June at R .G Carter B.C, 11am Come along and support the PresidentEdna's charity is Little lifts. It supports people with breast cancer by providing gift boxes whilst receiving chemotherapy and radiotherapy. If you wish to know more the web site is:www.littlelifts.org.uk

County handbooks.

Have been distributed to the clubs. My apologies, date for the final of the Top Club is Saturday 10th August . Venue to be announced at a later date. First round of the Webb Trophy 27th June.

Junior singles: Sunday 14th July at Thorpe Rec 10am.Competitors: Connie Dowe, Chloe Palmer, Lauren Siely, and Ellie Johnson. Contact detail for Aylsham B.C is francisdodd@hotmail.com

County shirts.

The new County shirt is well underway. Thanks to all club delegates who gave their opinions.  It seems likely that we will be playingour Johns Trophy games in the current shirt with Black trousers, shorts or skirts and County jackets.  All friendlies this season will continue to play in Whites and current County shirt.

Finally,

IndoorNews.

Congratulations to Katherine Rednall, Norfolk B.C, winner of the EIBA Ladies National Singles title for the third time and to Anna Noble along with three team members who were runner up in the fours and to Anna once again, runner up in the National triples with Chloe Palmer and Lauren Finbow. Well done to them all, fantastic achievements at the EIBA national finals. Norfolk B.C managed to reach the semi final of the Mason trophy but lost to Nottingham B.C, well done to them.

Best wishes to everyone for the coming season from the Officers of the County.

16 January 2024 Internal County Competitions Draw

The Draw is now on the web site

20 December 2023 National Championship now open

10 September 2023 Congratulations to Katherine Rednall

Congratulations to Katherine Rednall  on winning Bronze medal at the World Championships, Gold Coast, Australia.

A magical moment to remember forever, Medal Ceremony for Women

Click above for photo

10 August 2023 August Events

Benevolent triples.

The final of the Benevolent triples took place on Wednesday 3^rd August at R.G Carter. The winners of the event were Lynne Cannell, Barbara Meeks and Jenny Kirby, congratulations to them.

Men versus Ladies.

Tuesday the 8^th August saw Norfolk County men play against the ladies of the County. Congratulations to the men on their win and many thanks to all the ladies who travelled to Freethorpe to play in the game.  Also thanks to the Club for providing refreshments before the game and a lovely tea after the match. Hopefully the result will be reversed in the annual fixture next year.

Christine Rednall.

 Finals round up of events

Tuesday 8^th August 2023.

Final round up of Events.

The final competitions in the Ladies calendar have now been completed.

Last week,  Thursday evening saw the final of the Webb Trophy, held at County Arts B.C. between Martham and Norfolk B.C. The eventual winners were Norfolk B.C. Congratulations to both teams. Many thanks to County Arts for providing the excellent refreshments afterwards.

Saturday saw the final of the County Top Club and the Champion of Champions at R.G Carters. In very wet and difficult conditions, Norfolk B.C defeated Gorleston Links B.C in the Top Club and in a very close game Anna Chalk of Mundford defeated Claire Turner of County Arts. Congratulations to all and thanks to R.G Carters of the excellent buffet afterwards.

Saturday and Sunday also saw the Under 18 International series played at Ebbw Vale in Wales. Congratulations to Ellie Johnson of Norfolk B.C who was part of the winning team from England.

Sunday saw Norfolk B.C's mixed Tony Allcock team defeat a team from Littleport at Haughley B.C (Suffolk). They have now qualified for the quarter finals to be held at Leamington Spa over the 11^th and 12^th of August. Good luck to them, and to all competitors from Norfolk at the National finals at Leamington Spa.

Results of these games will be found on the Bowls England website and on their Facebook page. Details of live streaming will also be found on the website.

As the National finals reach a conclusion, the World Bowls Championships begin on the Gold Coast, Australia. We wish Katherine Rednall, who is representing England in the singles and triples alongside Jamie Lee Marshall and Lorraine Kuhler good luck in the event.

Results will be found on the Bowls Australia website.

Photo of England U18 squad link

Finally, 

Dates for the diary:

Council meeting Monday 18^th September 1.30pm.

Annual A.G.M Tuesday 7the November 10.30am.

Christine Rednall.

28 July 2023 Support your county

As the end of the Bowling season fast approaches, we wish all our Competitors at Leamington Spa good luck in their respective events.

National Competitions.

Congratulations to Norfolk B.C Top Club team who, on a very wet day last Saturday at Newmarket Avenue played a ladies' team from Brampton B.C. This was a closely fought contest with the Bowling Club managing to win by one shot overall. They now qualify, for the National finals for third year running. Best wishes to them as they take on Kings from Devon, once again, for the third year running. Hopefully third time lucky!

We must also congratulate Debra Wright of Shouldham B.C in qualifying for the Ladies over 55 singles and to Jane Cockrill and partner, Frances Hendrick from Caister B.C who have qualified for the Senior pairs National Finals. 

More information regarding the National finals can be found on the Bowls England website.

Rebecca Willgress has one more round to play against Ella Baker of Felixstowe and Suffolk, before reaching the National campion of Champions finals, once again at Leamington Spa.

Under 18 International Series.

Ellie Johnson of Norfolk B.C will be part of the mixed team to participate in the British Isles Under 18 International Series to be held at Ebbw Vale BC in Wales on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 August. We wish her well.

Photo of England U18 squad link

Saturday 29th and 30^th July.

The final stages of the Coronation triples and unbadged competitions take place this coming weekend at R.G. Carters. Supporters welcome, food is available.

Coronation triples quarter and semi-finals take place on Saturday.

Teams taking part in the unbadged pairs on Saturday 29^th July:

10.00am Pairs semi-finals:

Sunday 30^th July.

Coronation Triples final.

10.00am Unbadged singles semi-finals: 

12.30pm Champion of Champions semi-final:

Benevolent   triples.

The finals of this will take place on Wednesday 3^rd of July commencing 10.00am.

Semi-finals and final will be played on the same day.

Webb Trophy

The final of the Webb Trophy will take place at County Arts on Thursday 3^rd of July at County Arts, time to be confirmed.

County Top Club.

The final of this will take place on Saturday 5^th July at R.G Carters commencing at 10.00am.

Congratulations to Gorleston Links and Norfolk B.C who have reached this year's final. Good luck to both teams.

Many thanks to all the clubs in Norfolk who have held the various County competitions throughout the year, without the support of your members they would not take place.

Finally, we send our best wishes to Katherine Rednall who will be representing England in the World Championships on the Gold Coast beginning with the singles competition on the 29^th August, followed by the triples a week later.

Most of our competitions are now complete. Please use the website to see the final results of the Norfolk competitions and the Bowls England site to see how our competitors are doing at Leamington Spa in the National Championships. I may have a chance to report over the next few weeks but if not, I will endeavour to round up the Bowls scene in September.

Christine Rednall.

 County Finals Weekend

Last weekend saw the conclusion of the County Championships which involve the winners and runners up go forward to Leamington Spa to represent the County.

We were treated to some excellent bowling over the two day. Thank you to those who came to support the teams on the day.

 Saturday saw the semi final of the Singles where Suzanne King of Norfolk B.C defeated Anne Tickner of Acle 21-15 and Rebecca Willgress of Norfolk B.C defeated Claire Turner of County Arts 21-13.

The semi finals of the pairs were played along with the final. In the first semi final Suzanne King and Jackie Devitt defeated Jill Carr and Kay Carrick  27-11, both Norfolk B.C. In the other semi final Rosemary Thompson and Sue Ball of Gorleston defeated Pauline Wright and Dot Evans of Downham Market 21-10.

The final proved to be a close game in extremely windy conditions which had prevailed all day making the conditions very difficult for the players.

Suzanne and Jackie made an excellent start but Rosemary and Sue fought back well needing to score several shots on the final end. Excellent shots were played on this end. At the conclusion of the game, Suzanne and Jackie were the eventual winners.

Sunday began with less windy conditions than the previous day, with the final of the singles. Suzanne King defeated Rebecca Willgress 21-16.

Congratulations to all who attended the Junior singles competition. In the final of the event Connie Dowe of Martham played Ellie Johnson of Norfolk B.C. It was a very closely contested game of bowls which led to an exciting finish where Connie won the game with her last bowl of the end. Both will represent Norfolk at the national finals in August.

The triples final also took place between Rebecca Willgress, Christine and Katherine Rednall of Norfolk B.C and Claire Turner, Sandra Curtis and Christine Webb of County Arts. Once again a closely fought contest played in excellent spirit, with the team from Norfolk B.C being the eventual winners.

The County would like to thank Thorpe Rec for hosting the Semi finals and finals of this year's County Competitions.

County Top Club

Thursday sees the semi finals of the County Top Club, Carters and Great Plumstead play Gorleston Links at Great Plumstead, and Thorpe Rec play Norfolk B.C at Thorpe Rec. Both games commence at 6pm.

Webb Trophy to follow next week on the 27th July followed by the unbadged semi and finals over the weekend of 29th and 30th July.

Jermy finals.

These are taking place at R.G. Carters this coming Sunday commencing 10.00am.  County Arts play Aldiss Park and Norfolk B.C play Martham. Come along and support the players in the only County mixed competition.

County friendly.

August 1st sees the last friendly game of the season against Cambridgeshire. to be held at Shouldham B.C. Game commences at 1.30pm. A big thank you to all players who have taken part in the friendly games over the season. I'm sure they have enjoyed them and gained valuable experience.

The team for the game is:

 Reserves: Irene Lambert, Bernadette Scott, Kay Carrick.

Team Captain: Debra Wright.

Good luck to everyone for the rest of the season.

Christine Rednall.

13 July 2023 This Weeks News so far

This morning, Thursday, Christine Webb our Bowls England representative received the great news  that ELLIE JOHNSON - Norfolk Bowling Club, has been selected to represent England as part of the British Isles U18 International Series 2023.This will be held on Saturday 5th / Sunday 6th August at Ebbw Vale BC, Wales.

Congratulations, good luck in the Series.

Also, Martia Linford, Acle and Chloe Palmer, Mundford were selected and attended a 'Junior Development Day' at Leamington last Sunday, it was both enjoyable and beneficial. With this talent coming through the ranks, the future for Norfolk is looking very bright!!

Coronation Triples.

The early rounds of the Coronation triples took place at County Arts and Aldiss Park on Wednesday 12 the July. Thanks to the club volunteers who hosted the day.  

The four qualifiers from each venue go forward to the quarter and semi finals which will be held at R.G.Carters on 29th and the final on the 30th of July. Alongside these games will be the unbadged singles and pairs, and the County Champion of champions.

Coronation triples quarter finalists:

County Friendly.

The previous day a team of Norfolk Ladies, some of whom were playing their first game for the County took part in a friendly game against a team from Northamptonshire. Five rinks travelled to Thrapston for an enjoyable game of bowls. Unfortunately they lost by four shots despite a splendid win by the President's rink of Anne Tickner, Pat Smith (President), Pam Whitehead and Dot Evans. Everyone played their part in the game and enjoyed the experience. Also thanks to those who came in at the last minute to make the fixture possible.

The County are hoping for a win next time!

Future events.

Just a reminder County semi and finals this weekend at Thorpe Rec commencing 10.00am, come along and support the players. Food will be available.

Benevolent Triples.

This will take place next Wednesday 19th July at Thorpe Rec and Mundford. Food will be available at both venues.

The draw for the first round:

Thorpe Rec.

9.30am for 10.00am

11.30am for 12.00 noon.

Draw for the first round at Mundford:

9.30am for 10.00am.

11.30am for 12 noon:

Rosie Day.

This takes place on 6th August at Mundford, please e mail Brenda Whitehead: brenda.whitehead5@googlemail.com for details if you wish to enter.

County Luncheon and prize giving.

Details of the County luncheon and prize giving to be held at Oaklands Hotel, Norwich on Saturday 30th September 2023 will be sent to Club secretaries shortly.  A two course lunch and tea and coffee, menu and cost to follow. If you wish to attend and haven't received details by Friday 21st July, please contact me: chrisrednall@yahoo.co.uk.

Enjoy the next few busy weeks of Bowls.

Christine Rednall.

 Final Stages of Competition

Congratulations to the Johns Trophy team who played on Saturday at Isleham BC on a very hot and humid afternoon with the threat of heavy rain and thunder. Fortunately there were only had a few spots now and again. The game was played in excellent spirit and enjoyed by everyone who took part.

Kay Carrick received her Johns flash and there were several players playing their first game for the county. Congratulations to Annie Savage, Shannon Tucker, Chloe Palmer, Carole Slaughter and Jo Ashmore on making their debut for Norfolk. the team won on three rinks, drew on one and lost on two.

Result details:

Congratulations to all who took part in the fixture. Norfolk finished second in the group having lost to the group winners Leicestershire earlier in the round robin stages.

Sunday.

Sunday morning saw the semi finals and final of the Over 60's fours.

Carole Baker, Joyce Webster, Brenda Whitehead and Jackie Devitt of Norfolk Bowling Club defeated Pat Smith, Rosemary Thompson, Donna James and Sue Ball of Gorleston Links B.C 20-9. In the second semi final Jennie Willard, Carole Baxter, Sue Moretta and Sharon Evans of Gorleston Links B.C defeated Christine Johnson, Pat Wood, Debra Wright and Margaret Hunt of Shouldham B.C 17-11.

In the final Jackie Devitt's four had a comfortable win over the four skipped by Sharon Evans. Congratulations to them, they now represent Norfolk at the National finals at Leamington Spa in August.

Also played was the semi final of the Champion of Champions, this was a very close game between Anna Chalk from Mundford and Lilian Barber from Great Plumstead with Anna winning the game 21-14. The final of this will be played at Carters BC on Saturday and Sunday the 29th and 30th July. Also over that weekend will be the unbadged singles and pairs semi and finals, alongside further rounds of the Coronation triples.

County semi finals and finals.

These are to be played at Thorpe Rec over the coming weekend, 15th and 16th July.

The final of the pairs will be play at the conclusion of the semi finals.

Sunday sees the Singles final, Under 25 singles and the triples final:

The singles final will take place at 10.00am alongside the Under 25 competition which involves five competitors, Connie Dowe, Ellie Johnson, Martia Linford, Chloe Palmer, Bobbie Webe. This will be played to a conclusion on the day.

The final of the triples featuring Claire Turner, Sandra Curtis and Christine Webb playing against Rebecca Willgress, Christine and Katherine Rednall will take place at approximately 12.30pm.

The Top Club has reached the semi finals stage. On Thursday 20th July Great Plumstead play Gorleston Links B.C and Thorpe Rec play Norfolk Bowling Club. Good luck to all.

The Jermy Cup has also reached the semi final stage. County Arts play Aldiss Park and Martham play Norfolk Bowling Club. These games take place on Sunday 23rd July at Carters B.C commencing 10.00am. Come along and support the only mixed competition within the County.

Please note the Benevolent triples is Wednesday 19th July and not Monday as I wrote in the last report, sorry for any confusion caused.

Good luck to all left in County competitions. Please go along, watch some excellent bowls and support the players in their endeavor's to win a County title this year.

Christine Rednall.

04 July 2023 Another busy week for the Ladies

Johns Trophy.

Saturday 8th July 2023 sees the completion of the round robin stages of the Johns Trophy. Norfolk ladies travel to Isleham once again, this time to play against Hertfordshire. Unfortunately we are unable to qualify for the quarter finals but see this fixture as an important one for the players. Some have supported as reserves over the previous games, are now given the chance to show off their skills in the fixture and impress the selectors, along with others playing Johns Trophy for the first time.  Congratulations to them. Good luck to the team on Saturday, with the commitment and enthusiasm they have shown I'm sure they will do well.

Norfolk Ladies team: