Isle of Man County Crown Green Bowling Association

The Ladies Association Non Winners competition (The Hands Trophy) was held at South Ramsey Bowling Club on Sunday 6 April attracting an entry of 18. Weather was warm and sunny, and some excellent bowling was played and enjoyed by all.

Progressing to the first of the quarter finals were Gill Dixon (South Ramsey) who played Sue Wilshaw (Castletown). Although Sue played some good bowls, Gill had the bit between her teeth winning 21-11. Second quarter final saw Jane Lothian (Douglas) against Pauline Cowley (Onchan). This was a good game to watch and it was nip and tuck between the two of them with Jane crossing the line 21-20.

In the third quarter final, Norma Cowell (Onchan) came up against Karen Young (Ballaugh). Again this was a close match but Karen just had the edge winning 21-15. Fourth quarter final was between Rose Waterworth (Ballaugh) and Sue McCourt (Onchan). Despite Sue’s best efforts, Rose was on fine form winning 21-10.

First semi-final saw Gill play Jane with stablemates Rose and Karen in the other semi. Despite some good bowling by all four, Gill and Rose were a little too strong winning to 10 and 12 respectively.

With both Gill and Rose playing exceptionally well, the spectators were expecting a great final and were not disappointed. The final was nip and tuck all the way with Gill eventually crossing the line 21-19. Congratulations to all ladies, especially to Gill on her win and to Rose for giving Gill a ‘run for her money’.

The presentation was made by Chris Holland, Ladies Association Competition Secretary, who thanked all those for taking part, those who helped in any way with the running of the competition and South Ramsey for their hospitality which was reiterated by Gill when presented with the trophy.