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BRITISH LEGION BASH
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The sun shone and welcomed the British Legion to our green for our annual match.
A really good turnout of players was smoothly organized by club members, Danny and Loretta,
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There were some close matches and some that were not. But everything was played in good spirits and that is what it is all about.; It is obvious that some of the Legion players are potential bowlers!
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We had a busy bar and a successful raffle to raise money all round.
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This year we had a special auction of a framed picture of the Poppies from the annual Rememberance Service. This was donated
by Mike Tanser, a Ventnor Club member. Bidding was fierce, and Danny Mcmeechan was the winner with a magnificent and generous winning bid of £100
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Thanks to all members who took part and made the day.go well.
Well Done!
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MEN V LADIES DAY
On a glorious sunny day, the revived annual match between the Ladies and the Men took place on Sunday 11th August. With the Ladies' side a bit short, 3 dubious characters were called in as substitutions, and to be fair they seemed to take to it like a ducks to water and left a lot of members thinking closets! The day went well and a barbecue followed, although the cook struggled in the windy conditions and the bangers and burgers had a rather crispy (burnt) look. The result was a narrow victory for the Men, but that was inmaterial to the great day that was had.
Three generous donations for the raffle were made by 3 local businesses CRAVE - ice cream vouchers, FLOWERS FOR YOU - A beautiful Orchid and FIVE A DAY - A fabulous Fruit Hamper. Well done and please use them in your day to day shop.
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THE 'SCENE ON THE GREEN'
As the season draws to a close, there is just one match left, a tourist match on the 2nd October of which the teams have been chosen. There will only be 5 rinks, but never the less, try and make a visit to enjoy the day as a spectator. When the green has been 'put to bed' for the winter, green maintainace will still take place, sweeping and whipping etc. to keep it in good condition. The indoors will start soon, so if you have not put you name down to play, please hurry as the teams will be drawn soon.
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VENTNOR DAY
In fabulous weather, a highly successful day was held in the Park. Our Stall, a Gazebo and rink with targets and bowls, set up and run by Danny and Loretta was extremly popular with loads of adults and youngsters taking part and having a go on the 'mini rink'. Other members of the Club were on hand during the day to lend support - well done to those who bothered to turn up - shame the there were not more - same 'ol story of only the 'stalwarts' lending support.
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TOURIST MATCH TALK
This little section will keep you up to date with the Clubs tourist matches for the rest of the season​​
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Sunday 8th September. Lionsmede Bowling Club visited the Club quite apprehensive about the weather and if the match would take place. Fortunately, the rain held off and a very close match took place with Ventnor once again winning and keeping their unbeaten record this year, result being 86-82 to the home side. It was a game of triples ( 3 a side) and the winning rink ( scoreing the best overall score ), comprised of Colin Beavis and Silvie and John Ashpole, who pulled off an amazing 'Hot Shot' which is getting all 9 bowls of thiers closer than any of the opposing teams bowls!
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Saturday the 14th September, The return from 2 years ago of Beaufort Bowling Club. mens side, proved a match too far for Ventnors unbeaten record. Very even for all rinks except one who were batterd 25 - 6 ( no names! but it was Richard Wyatt, Trevor Hooley, Dave Stead and John Arnott ). and the Club went down by only 6 shots 93-87. Best rink for Ventnor was Glen Cox, Clint Fawcett, Terry White and John Lines. They were a lively Welsh Club and the atmosphere was great with the visiting side breaking into song and giving a hearty rendition of 'There's a welcome in the hillside. All in all a very enjoyable day in great weather.
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On Tuesday 13th August we entertained St Margarets Co-Operative BC from Leicester in a 6 mixed rink game. We won by 28 shots, 105-77. Ventnor winning on 4 rinks to St Margarets 2.
On Sunday 18th August on a glorious sunny day, we welcomed Tiverton West End BC from Devon in a 7 mixed rink match. Result was a narrow victory for Ventnor 99-97. Ventnor 4 rinks, Tiverton 2 & 1 drawn. Our 'best rink' was Maurice Kane ( Club Captain ), Dave King ( A team Captain ), Delphine Palmowski and Colin Beavis ( our former Website man and SWC newspaper contributor).
After the raffle the visitors gave us a sing along song before leaving adding to the happy day
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Thursday 6th September we hosted Crediton Bowls Club. Unfortunately, we presented them with a swimming pool instead of a green and so a bowling match was unable to be held.. Please see our facebook page. However, a great convivial afternoon was had by all which included a quiz and a good raffle with the bar doing a roaring trade. Well done to all the members who turned up in terrible weather to support the Club.
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Sunday 8th September. Lionsmede Bowling Club visited the Club quite apprehensive about the weather and if the match would take place. Fortunately, the rain held off and a very close match took place with Ventnor once again winning and keeping their unbeaten record this year, result being 86-82 to the home side. It was a game of triples ( 3 a side) and the winning rink ( scoreing the best overall score ), comprised of Colin Beavis and Silvie and John Ashpole, who pulled off an amazing 'Hot Shot' which is getting all 9 bowls of thiers closer than any of the opposing teams bowls!
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Saturday the 14th September, The return from 2 years ago of Beaufort Bowling Club. mens side, proved a match too far for Ventnors unbeaten record. Very even for all rinks except one who were batterd 25 - 6 ( no names! but it was Richard Wyatt, Trevor Hooley, Dave Stead and John Arnott ). and the Club went down by only 6 shots 93-87. Best rink for Ventnor was Glen Cox, Clint Fawcett, Terry White and John Lines. They were a lively Welsh Club and the atmosphere was great with the visiting side breaking into song and giving a hearty rendition of 'There's a welcome in the hillside. All in all a very enjoyable day in great weather.
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Saturday the 21st September saw our President, Cherie Earle welcoming Kettering Lodge Bowls Club to a sunny afternoon of bowls at our Club. Oh dear, once again Ventnor lost by a narrow margin of 93-84, our second defeat of a tourist match this year. We did have a top rink and this was Richard Wyatt, Tayna Rinaldi, Janice Bentley and John Arnott. Our thanks, as always, goes to the hard work that goes into these events, but especially the regulars of John Walker ( bar duties) and Tanya Rinaldi ( raffle duties ) and all others helpers.
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Wednesday 2nd October, STILL GOING! An exceptionally late date to be playing our last match of the season, this time against Victoria Park Bowls Club, and once again back to our winning ways.
. In great weather interrupted with a 1 minute shower, Ventnor triumphed 85 - 64 with our best rink of the day, Glen Cox, Mike Tanser, Ben Scutt, Jessie Whittiker and John Biddles. ( A couple of players only playing half a game each). All in all, a very satisfactory end to another successful set of tourist matches for the club.​
Thanks to all the members who took part to support the club and boo to those that didn't.
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ALL LEAGUE RESULTS, TABLES, & COUNTY MATCH RESULTS -
For the final results please click here - https://www.bowlsisleofwight.com
iIt is with great relief, that although the A team suffered some punishing defeats this year, especially at the end of the season, other clubs have also suffered at the hands of the 'Mighty 4'. and it appears we will still in the 1st division next year. ( with guns blazing). All teams will be in the same division as this year with no ups or downs. A full report will be given by the Club Captain, Maurice Kane at the A.G.M. in October.​
Tourist Matches 2024
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These are the scheduled Tourist matches for 2024 - subject to change
All start times are 2pm unless stated otherwise
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Sunday May 12th 1.00 pm. start
Coventry Bowls Club 6 Mixed
SPONSORED BY: J.O. Automotive Care
Tuesday 13th August
St Margaret's Cooperative Bowls Club 6 Mixed
SPONSORED BY: John Walker - Club member
Sunday 18th August
Tiverton West End Bowls Club 7 Mixed
SPONSORED BY: Barry Howes - Club Member
In memory of Mary Howes
Thursday September 5th
Crediton Bowls Club 6 Mixed
SPONSORED BY: Maurice & Christine Kane
Club Members
Sunday September 8th
Lionmede Bowls Club 6 Mixed
SPONSORED BY: Dave King - Club Member
Friday 13th September 1p.m. start
Trentham Bowls Club 6 Mixed
SPONSORED BY: Jenny Robbins - Club Member
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Saturday 14th September
Beaufont Bowls Club 6 Men Only
SPONSORED BY: - Ted Edwards - Club Member
Saturday September 21st
Kettering Lodge Bowls Club 6 Mixed
SPONSORED BY: Susan & Terry White
Club Members
Wednesday October 2nd
Victoria Park Bowls Club 6 Mixed
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SPONSORED BY: The Club
In memory of Tony Hornby
SPONSORS
Our tourist Matches are kindly sponsored by
Members of the Bowling Club and Sponsor Hub
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OUR SPONSOR HUB
These businesss sponsor our Website and:
our published handbook. Please support them
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Perks Volunteer Pub - Bonchurch Garage
David Coates Property Services
LFS Independent Wealth Management
Geoff Leather Independent Funeral Operators
Spirit Studio for Pilates, Yoga
J.O Automotive Care
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If you wish to become a sponsor - please contact the club for details
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Dates for your Diary 2024
THE GREEN OFFICIAL OPENING DAY
SUNDAY 21st APRIL 1.30p.m
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Sunday June 9th
Ventnor Royal British Legion
SPONSORED BY: Danny McMeechan - Club Member
In memory of Jean McMeechan
CLUB MIXED TRIPLES
SUNDAY 23RD JUNE. 10.30a.m.
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COUNTY 4's SEMI FINALS
27th / 28th JUNE
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PRESIDENTS DAY
SUNDAY 14th JULY
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CAPTAIN V PRESIDENT
SUNDAY 4th AUGUST
SPONSORED BY: John and Jackie Milmoe - Club Members
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MEN V LADIES
SUNDAY 11th AUGUST
SPONSORED BY: John and Sylvia Ashpole - Club Members
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FINALS WEEKEND
FRIDAY 6th - SATURDAY 7th SEPTEMBER
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