Shanklin A bowlers have won the Men’s Two Fours competition at the National Finals in Leamington on Saturday (12th August).
In the Round of 32, Shanklin beat Boscombe Cliff A 30-43. In the following round, Shanklin overcame Cove B 39-30 to reach the Quarter Finals.
The Quarter Final – held on Friday – saw Shanklin get past Reading A by a narrow 6-point margin. On Saturday, the Island side faced Kings A from Devon in the semis and again won by 6 points to reach the final (held on the same day).
The final against New Lount from Leicestershire saw Shanklin A bring the trophy back to the Island with a hard-fought 34-31 victory.
Bowls England wrote of the final:
“A thrilling final it was. Those watching around C Green were entertained with great performances from both teams.
“A well fought out final, but there could only be one winner which went the way of Shanklin A (Isle of Wight) who just had a bit too much for a New Lount (Leicestershire) side who battled hard and put in a great effort.”
The successful Shanklin A team consisted of Phil Brooks, John Marsh, Ron LeLeux, John Strain, Tony Lloyd, Darren Griffith, Travis Meller and Jack Berry, with Chris Lloyd as travelling reserve.
Excellent ,well done.
Well done. Great result.
Well done to all who play for Shanklin A Team for a fantastic run this year, as you were unstoppable in the Two Fours Competition. You are now officially the Best Club in England. Come on the Island.
Seems unfair that some younger men are playing in this team. Bowls is generally a sport for retirees.