Fourteen members contested the third Saturday Competition in perfect weather this afternoon. We had two players, Allan and Robert, win both of their games to score 26 points and they both had 8 points scored against them. It was decided that they would share the prizemoney and both now have a one point handicap to be deducted from their score in future Saturday competitions. There are now four players with a 1 shot handicap – Alison, Marilyn, Allan and Robert.

Our next Saturday competition will be held on Saturday 15 May, commencing at 3.00 pm with registrations by 2.55 pm. The pistes remain open for anyone who does not want to compete and would like a game.

The celebrations of Prospect Petanque Club’s 25th Birthday continued on Sunday 18 April with a Doubles competition. Seventeen teams competed in great weather and a friendly atmosphere. Three timed games were played before lunch to decide the competitors for the Principale, Consolante, Complementaire and Conviviale untimed games after lunch.

A feast fitting the occasion was prepared by Wendy Dewis and players enjoyed Arancini balls with a topping of pesto or truffle, followed by Roast Pork and 8 trimmings!! As if that wasn’t enough, delicious lemon tartlets followed for dessert. Many thanks to Wendy, ably assisted by her partner Alan, for this feast.

The day incorporated the traditional “Founder’s Cup” and Mike Mulvihill was remembered for his hard work in getting the Club established on what were the grounds of the Prospect Park Women’s Bowling Club. Mike was an avid wine collector and his widow, Valmai Nicoll (pictured at right), presented four bottles from his collection for presentation to the Winners and Runners Up of the Principale competition.

Congratulations to all competitors and especially to those who played in the Grand Finals:

Principale: Van Nguyen and Gavin Scott defeated Janet Jenkin and Michael Frodyma 13-2

Consolante: Ralph Foster and Jenny Key defeated David Jones and Marilyn Trebilcock 13-6

Complementaire: Dominique Pierre and Steve Hambour defeated Penny Lyons and Anthony Pietsch 13-4

Conviviale: Alan Matthews and Marty Verdonk defeated Roland Piek and Illiano Puccini 13-4

Now for the next 25 years!!!

Robert Parkinson took out the big prize for the Summers Melee, with Ross Williams second and Jan Parkinson third. Well done everyone.

Now for the Autumn Melee, which kicked off last evening in perfect weather. Thanks to Wendy and Allan who served up crumbed or grilled whiting, with a wrap and coleslaw, followed by homemade pancakes with a delicious choice of toppings and cream.

We had 16 competitors in the second Saturday Competition today, 20 March in beautiful weather. Marilyn won both of her games, 13-6 and with her combined score of 26 was awarded the prize money. She was the only player to achieve this score so there was no need for a count back to decide our winner. A close second, with 25, were Denise S, Ann, Marty and Jan. We now have two players, Marilyn and Alison, with a 1 handicap to be deducted from their overall score next time around.

Congratulations to Alison for winning the first of our Saturday Competitions, with Richard very close behind her. Alison won both her games, to score 26, as did Richard, but Alison only had 11 points scored against her while Richard had 14. A great afternoon’s competition, enjoyed by 16 Club members.

Look out for the next competition on Saturday 20 March, and be sure to register by 2.55 pm.

The Prestige Cup is our first Club Tournament for the new 2020-2021 Season.
The game is Doubles by teams commencing 10.00 am registration from 9.30 am
Contact Allan 040233928, Kym 041469191 for registration.
All Covid Safe Rules will be incorporated.
Special thanks to our 24 year long sponsor Prestige Trophy and Badge.

The Mike Mulvihill Founder’s Cup is on at Prospect

Sunday 10 February commencing at 10.30 am.

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