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Dec 25th Christmas Day

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MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL !

December 22nd is mince pies, nibbles and drinks afternoon Cancelled

Starting at 3:00pm Sunday. Last chance of the year for all to meet and relax before the 25th. Click here for more details. Cancelled due to lack of support

November 22nd was presentation night !

On behalf of the club thanks to all who turned up to support the presentation evening at Nuthurst Grange.

Nov 15 - A few words from Capt Court

Barbara and I attended Birmingham South & West Presentation at Kings Norton Bowls Club at lunchtime for the presentation lunch.
The food was a buffet and very enjoyable.
They started the presentations with the lowest division first with a certificate and shield for the first three teams .
Courties Heros came second so I was second up to receive our prize, probably to the amazement of most people there.
All in all it was a pleasant two hours and I am very proud of our team.  Who knows what we can acheive now, watch this space.
Cheers for now.- Phil

Thanks for info Phil & well done - Keith

15th October

On a unusually sunny afternoon (been a bit wet for the last few days!) the rescheduled club doubles competition was eventually concluded. In a close fought game eventual winners Kate Fall & Dave Montgomery.overcame the challenge of Richard Brannan and Keith Richards by winning 21-20. Thanks must go to Bill for officiating.

12th October YWMBA presentation night

Please see picture below and the following of what the weds 'A' team have won as well as Bill Davenport individually - 
Team - 
League Division 1 champions 
Senior cup champions 

Bill -
Over 60's singles individual comp winner / Tony Toal runner up
Champion of champions winner 
Singles individual merit champion
League division 1 average winner 
Geoff Williams Trophy - presented to Bill for outstanding performance during the year. 

I think the above is fantastic and Bill is a real credit to the club. - Thanks Kate
 
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More 2013 Honours here
Well done all ! - Keith

30th Sept

Congratulations to Dave Lillwall who won a keenly contest match against Kate Fall to claim this years club handicap singles competition

28th Sept

An effort has been made to clear up any outstanding club competition games. With the green full most of the afternoon the finalists for singles handicap and doubles are now known. Dave L to play Kate on Monday eve, while Dave M and Kate F will take on Keith R and Richard B.on Thursday afternoon.

27th Sept - News from Capt. Catastrophe

I believe we finished second in the league on Tuesdays winning 15 of a total of 18 games this season.   This is by far our best ever scoreline.
Not bad for a bunch of old critters, or something like that.
Today Jo Dibble's team won our last game beating Moorpool A 108 to 103.   A good year all round. Phil & Jo.


14th Sept Business House team promoted as champions 

League tables confirm that Moor Lane did not manage to get the required number of winners to keep Woodbourne from being promoted as CHAMPIONS. Click here to see the table.
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Sept 16th More cup winners

Woodbourne's season of success continued with victory in the EBOS Junior Cup final.
We took on Goldieslie A @ Ward End Social and thought we would be in for a tough game as our opponents finished top of Division Four, losing just two matches all season.
In the event, we ran out comfortable winners - 119-86 - though most of the games were a lot closer than the scores would suggest.
This win completed a double, as we had already won Division Six by a country mile.
I must thank all the supporters who turned up to cheer us on.
Well done everyone.

Yardley Wood Honours

League Division 1 Winners - 2 Years running.
Senior Cup Winners -. 2 Years running.
Div1 Averages Winner - Bill Davenport. 2 Years running.
League Individual Merit Winner - Bill Davenport.
Over 60's Merit Winner - Bill Davenport. Runner-up - Tony Toal.
Champion of Champions Winner - Bill Davenport.

SBLBL consolation cup 1st Sep - WINNERS !

Big up for Woodbourne girls who beat Ye Olde Knowle at Kings Norton. The Tuesday Ladies "A" team lifted the South Birmingham Ladies Consolation Cup in a nail-biting match at Kings Norton BC.
Three winners in the first four gave Woodbourne a 14-shot advantage going into the second half, but Knowle hit back with three winners of their own in the second four to narrow the margin.
Jenny Mason was last on the green and she did just enough by getting to 19 to seal the win by 140 shots to 139.
Well done ladies. Another trophy for the Woodbourne cabinet this season.
Pictured (from left): Amy Youster, Jenny Mason 19-21, Sabine Wetterings 14-21, Val Dreher 21-10, Pat Roach 21-14, Anita Williamson (back) 21-14, Di Wallis 11-21, Kate Fall (capt) 12-21, Sheila Mancell 21-18.
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Leage game versus Boldmere S & S on 31st Aug

Report on the John Antcliffe match

A sunny and warm Bank holiday Monday  :lol:  :lol: saw the return of the annual round robin John Antcliff Memorial Trophy challenge between The Pheasant, The Glasscutters and Woodbourne and this year Woodbourne played hosts.
Cutters and Pheasant kicked off proceedings with Pheasant emerging victors 121-105, posting six winning games out of 10.
Best cards for Cutters Dan Davies 15-5 and James Brooks/Ashley Moorey in the doubles 15-6. Best for Pheasant Neil Essex 15-5, Alan Hemming 15-5, Eddie Lowe 15-8.
Next up, Pheasant took on Woodbourne with the hosts in command, winning  six of the ten games to run out 121-102.
Top cards for Pheasant Dave Hutchins 15-3, Don Hildreth 15-4, Woodbourne's best were Tony Toal 15-4, Dave Lilwall 15-6, John Bishop 15-6 and Rob Fall 15-7.
Finally, Woodbourne and Cutters locked horns with the hosts romping home 134-105, winning 7 of the 10 games.
Stu Anticliff, complete with swollen hand, was best for Cutters (15-4), Wendy Holmes and Sheila Mancell 15-1 in the doubles, Simon Dreher 15-3, Bill Davenport 15-5 and Brian Mancell, 15-8, best for Woodbourne.
After two matches of 8 singles and 2 doubles, Woodbourne ran out overall winners, scoring 255 shots to Pheasant's 223, closely followed by the Cutters with 220.
Thanks to all the helpers on the day who ensured the event ran smoothly.

John Antcliffe triangular match on 26th Aug 2013

As I'm sure most of you are aware but it is Woodbourne's turn to hold the above event this year. 
We are hoping the sun will continue to shine and we can make it a really enjoyable day. 
Everyone is welcome to come and take part. We're aiming to start at 11am. 
We shall be holding a raffle and doing a BBQ along with tea, coffee and cakes so if you can come and help that would be great and if you have any prizes for the raffle or would like to donate a cake then fantastic. 
We hope to see you all on Monday. 

Kind regards
Kate 


YWMWBA cup champions 18th Aug 2013

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The Yardley Wood A team lifted the A Cup for the second year running, beating Hall Green at Selly Park by 29 shots.
The team have now done 'the double' twice.
Pictured are the winning team (Rear, from left) Rob Dreher, Simon West, Bill Davenport, Jim Orr, Dave Lilwall, Tony Toal. (Front) Simon Dreher, John Bishop. (Foreground - The Cup)




Heart of England Average winner 17th Aug 2013

Well done to Kate Fall for winning the Heart of England A team club averages. Kate won 11 of her 12 matches and finished the season with 27 points (and a plus of 118).
Congratulations as well to Faye Montgomery, who won the Heart of England A team league averages. Faye was unbeaten in her 10 games and finished with an average of 12.60 (a plus of 126).

Hat trick on? 15th Aug 2013

The Thursday A team joined in the rush of success this season by winning the Heart of England Division Three title, winning 10 matches out of 14.
Congratulations as well to Kate Fall for winning the club averages.
Kate is also in with a great chance of lifting the league averages, but she has strong opposition from team-mate Faye Montgomery and Darren Underwood, of Marston Green.

More congratulations 12th Aug 2013

Congratulations to Woodbourne's East Birmingham Over-60s team for securing the division six championship with five games left to play.
We are currently unbeaten, having won 17 from 17 games this season and, at the moment have the top three in the league averages.

Two promotions in two years, five more years and Div 1 Champions?
Well done everyone. Keep up the good work.

Another final ? 11th Aug 2013

Woodbourne's East Birmingham Over 60s team booked their place in the Junior Cup final with a 125-73 semi-final victory over Hollyfields B at Beaufort.
The victorious team were Rob Dreher, Val Dreher, Bill Davenport, Dave Montgomery, Brian Mancell and Tony Toal.
Well done everyone.
The final will be contested on Monday, September 16, at a venue to be decided, against either Goldieslie A or Goldieslie B.

Congratulations! 31st Jul 2013

Our Wednesday A team have win YWMBA Div Championship before the season is complete - Well Done to all.

Bill wins again!

Congratulations to Bill who wins this competion for the third consecutive year. For photos please click here

Billy D’s Bookies Favourites for Club Championship

The club championship is nearly upon us and it’s time for the bookies odds. The book is famous for not taking just one single bet in its three year history.  Remember  The bookie cannot win if the book loses Bill foots the cost if the book wins then those winnings will go into club funds so why not break the mould and put a pound or two on yourself or whoever you think is a good bet its fun and the club is the winner.

1.      Faye Montgomery. If she throws her hat into the ring on Saturday then there is no doubt she is the one to beat. She has been winning competitions for fun and knows the green inside out. Odds 2-1
2.       Simon Dreyer. This guy is always my favourite can play a short game as good as anyone in the league let alone the club and there’s not much wrong with his long game either. Odds 2-1
3.       Bill Davenport. Winner of this competition for the last two years but things rarely come along in three’s so unlikely to figure. But then again. Odds 3-1
4.       Tony Toal. On his day as good a player as we have at Woodbourne and of course he has the added advantage of playing about 80 hours a week. One to watch. Odds 4-1
5.       John Bishop. Riding high at the moment with a plus of in excess of 100 in the strong Wednesday Mid Week league and looking to secure the league averages so he will be up for it. Would be much higher in the rankings but did not figure in the last two years but someone else can have him for the first game. Odds 4-1
6.       Kate Fall. Her sisters favourite for the competition so who’s arguing. Without doubt one of the most improved bowlers in the club over the last three years so perhaps this is the year she nails it. We shall see. Odds 4-1
7.       Jimmy Orr. Awesome can strike fear in all of us when he gets going but has to keep it up all day. If its enthusiasm that can win you through then its game over for all of us. Odds 5-1
8.       Albert Ashford. If Kate is the most improve bowler over the last three years then Ash has to be the most improved bowler this year. He can win it but does he really want to deep down where it hurts.Odds 6-1
9.     Keith Richards. Already taken top quality scalp in the handicap championship so watch out anyone who gets him on the day.

Odds 7-1
10.    Rob Fall. I have never played in a club championship yet when there was not a surprise package remember Ade 2011 swept his way through to the final. This could be Rob’s year he has established himself into the Saturday team and its time he proved what a good player he can be. My dark horse. Odds 7-1

No disrespect for any other players not included above but remember all the entrants will be home players capable on their day of putting out any of the above so grab yourself a bargain. Odds 8-1


Hi All
 Just a reminder about the Club Championship this Saturday 27th July which is open to ALL club members and it would be good to see as many of you as possible to see who can be crowned as 'Champion of Woodbourne 2013
Let's see who can emulate the British sporting success stories we have had so far this year including Andy Murray, Justin Rose, Chris Froome, and the cricketers!
With the weather set to be again glorious sunshine why not bring the family along and make it an afternoon out, there will be a BBQ and food available, there will also be a raffle and any prize donations would be welcome, as well as the fridge being well stocked with liquid refreshments. It is planned that players arrive for approximately 1300 hours
Please can you inform the Competitions Secretary, Bill Davenport, if you wish to enter by emailing him on William.davenport1@btinternet.com
Please can you pass this onto anyone not included on the email as I haven't got everyone's details
See you all on Saturday
Kind Regards
> Rob Fall






15th July club doubles

On a sun drenched afternoon 8 pairs bowled in a straight knock out competition. Bill Davenport and Simon West battled through to win the final against Val & Rob Dreher. Well done all and thanks to the ladies for the impromptu food.

18th July @RBLAB

Semi finals of Yardley Wood MWBA saw us pitched against local rivals Wytthall at RBLAB. A relative easy win was duly recorded - Big Congrats to all involved

11th July - Good news for Bill

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Great news. Bill has been selected to represent W&W veterans county on Thursday 11 July - 10:00 am start. 
The Venue is Dunlop, Burnaby Road, Coventry. map
Go show them how it is done Bill. 


Bill did show them how it was done by winning all three of his three games.

July 9th Tony in Over 60s representative league team

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Congratulations to Tony Toal who made his representative debut for the East Birmingham Over 60s League on July 8.
Tony played British Oak's Tony Irving in the 'away' leg at The Maggies and battled his way to a very creditable 18
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1st July - Jack returned

The missing 2lb of yellow plastic has been found and has been returned to its proper home 

29th June - Missing jack

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A yellow match jack has gone missing from the pavilion following yesterday's home match against Central Edgbaston.
Can everyone who was there check their bags in case it has been slipped in by mistake.
Thanks in anticipation.

30th June Yardley Wood Champion of champions

Big congratulations to Bill Davenport who retained his  title, beating Wythall's Phil Richardson in the final on a glorious sunny day, hosted at Woodbourne.

16th June Ladies County @ Woodbourne v Dudley & district

We have 5 ladies involved - well done all.

All support welcome

Home Venue: 
Woodbourne Sports BC 
The Burrows, Rumbush Lane, 
Earlswood B94 5LW 

Home Team: 

1. Faye Montgomery v Rachel Bennett 
2. Kirsty Darling v Sarah Jones 
3. Anne O'Loughlin v Natalie Bubb 
4. Maliza Herbert v Susan Pugh 
5. Chris Price v Lynn Morgan 
6. Maureen Simpson v Joanne Antcliffe 
7. Sam Edwards v Katy lang 
8. Susanne Green v Pat Gilbert 
9. Michelle Meadowcroft v Tracy Wilkins 
10. Kelly Round v Karen Rolls 
11. Maggie Pailing v Jo Webster 
12. Kate Fall v Kaye Coulthard 
Reserves: 
Sarah Sterland 
Anita Stanley 
Jenny Mason 
Ann-Marie Westward 

Away Venue: 
Woodman Salts BC 
Woodman Saltwells PH 
45 Saltwells Road 
Dudley DY2 0BP 

Away Team: 
1. Joan Garner v Julie Bullock 
2. Laura Doherty v Karen Williamson 
3. Anne Fisher v Mandy Pagett 
4. Claire West v Brenda Fletcher 
5. Chris Faulkner v Joan Billingham 
6. Sheena Leek v Kath Rubery 
7. Steph Witherspoon v Gemma Davies 
8. Janet Pratley v Sarah Fletcher 
9. Sue Dunkley v Ruth Brooks 
10. Bev Pritchard v Ann Hill 
11. Jodie Faulkner v Sarah Homer 
12. Michelle Chatwin v Claire Pugh 
Reserves: 
Joan Ingram 
Cath McComb 
Karen Worsley 
Shirley Gregory

1st June ** Champion ** Claire **

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Claire West
Champion!
British Crown Green Ladies Bowling Association County Average Winners Classic 2013
More info 

Venue - Wrockwardine Wood Bowls Club, Telford.


May 31st

More for the rogues gallery O60s Friday team after another home win

May 19th - Ladies Doubles @ Colebrook

Misc. photos of ladies doubles held on best day of year, so far weather wise!
















9th May


May 26th Aerail photos of green

Photos on the left "borrowed" from Google Earth. Green not changed much but use of next door field has. Who is on the green 12 May 2006?

















Another team photo selection for this years rogues gallery. This time the South and West Birmingham over 60s A team

12th May 

Tony Toal & Faye Montgomery win Northfield & District mixed double finals - Congratulations! (more details please?)

3rd May

A new sign has been delivered to replace old and faded. A team of highly skilled engineers took many an hour to fix in position !
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1st May

Photos of 1st league home game for YWMBA B team. What a handsome bunch!

Sat 27th Apr

Today was a first for the club. A team competed in our first Business House league. This team is 10 a side and despite a pre match hailstorm the game went ahead to produce 10 winners for the Woodies - Well done all, a resounding win (210-100). RG & RF shared the sweep but decided to have a "bowl off" to decide who kept all the spoils. RG won the money.

Sat 6th Apr

On the warmest day of the year so far (not quite shorts & T-shirt weather). Around 20+ members stretched their arms in a round robin tournament. A long day saw Jimmy Orr triumphing.

Saturday 30th March

A pre-season round robin tournament was organised for the few members that braved yet another cold day. A small snow shower greeting the first few groups of players as play started around 2:30. With only 11 players registering themselves to play a draw was made to see who played in each group of 4. Group winners Bill, Simon D, Kate and Tony went on to decide the eventual winner. Simon D took the big money while Bill took the second prize.

Friday 29th March

Another bitterly cold day with only a handfull of hardy souls turning up for Good Friday funday. TT is helping snow disappear from the green. 

Tuesday 26th March

New Gear for club members!
As yet no images available - more info please contact KF
Fleeces - £25
Sweat Shirts - £15
Zip Hoody - £23
Pull over Hoody - £20
Kids Sweat Shirt - £13
Kids Hoody - £20
(All of the above in navy)

Polo shirts - £13
Kids polo - £10
(Above in sky blue)


The items listed above include the logo 'Woodbourne Bowls Club' if you would like names added it is an additional £1.

First order today 25Mar13, however will be placing another order in a couple of weeks so just let me know as soon you can.
Look forward to seeing everyone bowling soon,
Kind regards
Kate
:)

Fri 22nd March

Hi
The season is finally upon us, lets hope for some better weather and a nice long summer!?
I just wanted to confirm that we will be having a fun quiz after the meeting and also cobs will be available to buy.
Look forward to seeing you all then.
Kind regards
Kate 

Sat 23rd & Sun 24th March

The week end you have all been waiting for - Work parties required! Although the Summer Wine crew have worked tirelessy over the winter there are still odds and ends that need attending too . Club house sweeping, ditches to be weeded etc etc . . . . . . All volunteers welcome

Sunday 17th March

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TT and team mate, Gordon, win Stirchley doubles final (21 ends with 2 woods). Guess they will be into a nationals competition. Well done and big congratulations to both.

Warm up and friendly games (as at 7th March 2013)

For the forthcoming season some friendly games for the Wednesday squad, and a round robin for the Saturday teams have been pencilled in. For more details of these and full league program please check out the calender here. 

Wednesday 3rd & 10th April 18:00 start aginst Tanworth in Arden. One game to be at Woodbourne and other to be played at Tanworth (to be decided)

Saturday 6th April will be a round robin competition at Woobourne - start 14:00


Watch this page for more info!!


Team and or club photos required !

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There have been several comments about some of the "club" photos on the site. The ones that are currently being used (especially at top of some pages) are way out of date. Keith will happily attempt to capture as many teams during the season, but would need help someone with a digital camera to help him attempt to catch those, that he will no doubt miss. Please forward any photos to Keith.


Fixtures for 2013

All currently known fixtures have now been input into our calendar. If there are any errors or games missing please use contact form so that corrections or additions can be corrected. Hopefully there are no input errors but there have been around 270 fixtures / events added so far.

Got a smart phone ?

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Anybody that is interested in having the calendar on their smart phone please use the contact form so that the appropriate links can be forwarded to you.

Bowls fund raiser Sat 16th Feb - Valentine boogie

Woodbourne bowls section are holding a valentine boogie night on sat 16th feb, £8 a ticket, includes food & entertainment, profits will be used for much needed improvements to pavillion and green, for tickets contact kate 07973932964 - thanks   


 Flashing lights and "completely over the top cheesy sounds" courtesy of Peter Brannan. Be there. Chance to throw some shapes and wear those bright colours that may be hidden at the back of your wardrobe!!
DJ PB will be doing requests - but please bring the appropiate CDs !!!

Bowls AGM 11th Jan 2013

Agenda as follows:-

Woodbourne Bowls AGM 2013

Friday 11th January 2013 from 1930 hours

Agenda to discuss

 

1)      Opening Address

2)      Minutes of AGM 2012

3)      Secretary’s Report

4)      Treasures’ Report and Balance Sheet

5)      Ground Report and Work in Progress

6)      Captains Reports

Interval

7)      Election of Officers and Committee

-          Existing Committee Members:

-          New Committee Members.

8)      Election of Captains

9)      Matters Arising

-          Woodbourne Club Competitions & Merit Fees

-          Contact Details / Changes and Application Forms if not previously completed

-          Merit Fees Payable

-          Warwickshire Parks / Business Houses League Potential Changes

-          Confirmation of League Participation

-          Fund Raising Ideas

-          Any other matters

10)   Subscriptions

11)   Any other business





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