Wolverhampton Senior Bowls League 2024
| President | Secretary | Fixture Secretary | Treasurer | |
| Ray Lewis | Roland Heap | Nick Williams | Sue Heap | |
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| League BCGBA # STA11076LG | rolandandsueheap@gmail.com | nickwilliams1149@hotmail.co.uk |
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Important Dates:
Latest information:
Wed 4th Dec
It is with great sadness that I have to report to you that Barry Lem Essington BC passed away yesterday after a long illness
Barry was one of the nice guys, a very good bowler at the highest level, fearless competitive on the green, but a gentleman at all times.
RIP Barry.
Funeral Details Barrie’s funeral details it’s Wednesday the 18th December at 3.45 at Bushbury Crem at Goodyears after at 4.45 pm
Thu 17th Oct
Finally the season has come to an end with The League Doubles Merit Final being completed yesterday on an excellant Penn BC green.
Congratulations to Husband and Wife team Barbara and Richard Holt (Hamiltons) beating Ron Walters and Alan Matthews (Woodfield) 21-12 in the final. The couple played exceptionally well all day and fully derserved their victory. I belief this is the first time that a Husband & Wife pairing have won this competion.
Both finalists won 21-5 in the semi-finals ,with the Holts defeating Nigel Blunt/Rob Jones and Ron and Alan beating Dave James and Sue Conneely, both pairs from Pavilion CES.
I would also like to thank, the remaning 4 pairs that participated, Penn BC for the use of the green, Committee Members Ray, Peter, Colin and Bob for running the event and last but not least the many spectators who turned up on the afternnon to watch some excellent bowling.
Wed 2nd Oct
It is with great regret that I have to report the sad passing of Ken Stallard Bradmore BC earlier this afternoon. Ken was a true character and great guy.and our sincere condolences go out to his family, friends and team mates.
Rest in Peace Ken
Funeral details to follow
Sun 22nd Sep
Just to let you all know that our League Doubles final has been cancelled tomorrow due the excessive rain over the last few days.
Looking to rearrange it for Monday 7th October subject to a suitable green being available. Nick
Thu 15th AugCongratulations to Bilston BC who defeated Woodfield A by 2 shots in a thrilling Div 1&2 Cup Final on the excellent Amery green earlier today.
With the final pairing on the green Bob Barlow found himself 18-12 to Rob Stewart but rallied round to loss 21-20 which was enough to win the cup for Bilston (103 v 101).
Thu 15th AugCongratulations to the following Doubles Final qualifies from yesterdays Qualifying rounds.
Dave James and Sue Conneely Pavillion CES
Richard and Barabara Holt Hamiltons
Roger Worthington and Paul Lines Breakaways Harrison
Terry Evans and Brian Hesson Ashmore Park
Bob Lewis and Steve Tranter Pennfields
Nigel Blunt and Rob Jones Pavilion
Ron Walters and Alan Matthews Woodfield
Brian Smith & Colin Cotterhill Pavilion
Final is on Monday 23rd September 2024, 12,45pm scratch out, for 1.00pm start, at Willenhall Trinity Green
Dress Code will apply
Sun 4th AugIt's is with regret and great sadness that I have to report the sudden passing of Dave Coppock Willenhall Trinity C yesterday evening. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his wife Yvonne, family and team mates at this very sad time. Rest in Peace Dave
Wed 24th JulCongratulations to Ian Charles on winning the individual merit competition at Woodfield who beat Terry Evans in a close final. Also congratulations to Semi Finalists Lol Ellis and Des Conneely. Thanks to Woodfield for their
excellent facilities http://bowlsresults.co.uk/wolverhamptonseniors/images/862E1425-AD59-49F7-A088-C0487DE53DFF.webp
Mon 17th Jun
Further to a recent incident concerning the use of mobile phones whilst playing matches and the behaviour between players, I remind you of the following rule:
Rule 10.1:
Electronic devices e.g., mobile phones, pagers, smart watches etc, in active mode are not allowed on the green. Should a player fail to comply, that player shall forfeit the game. The offender(s) to receive no further score and the opponent(s) to receive the maximum score.
As discussed at our A.G.M. the age group for our league means that sometimes we must take urgent calls, which may come through during a match. If a player is expecting an urgent call, they should get agreement with their opponent to leave the green during play and inform both captains.
The phone should be handed to a nominated representative off the green. When the call comes through, the player must leave the green prior to accepting the call.
The league does not condone any form of abusive or bullying behaviour during play which can affect all players. We all want to enjoy our matches without any distractions from people off the green.
Where there are any disputes on the green, unless either player requests intervention by the captains, no person, other than the opponent, should be involved until the completion of the game.
Mon 17th Jun
The qualifying round for the Doubles Merit will take place on 14th August. Entry fee is £5.00 per pair and, as with the Individual Merit, all entry fees will be paid out in prize money. I will be at Penn Bowling Club on Thursday 27th June between 10.00 and 12.00 to collect entry fees for anyone not paying by Bank Transfer. Please ensure that either Nick or myself have details of your entry if you do pay through the bank.
Fri 14th Jun
Congratulations to the Indvidual Merit Qualifiers last Wednesday.
Des Conneely Pavilion CES, John Lem Amery, Lol Ellis Willenhall Trinity, Mike Richens Hamiltons, Grham Bird Pennfields, Terry Evans Ashmore Park, Ian Charles Willenhall Nordley and Steve Kus Penn BC
The final will take place on Wednesday 24th July 12.45 pm scratch out for a 1.00pm prompt start. All games 21up.
Please note that it will now be held on Woodfield Top Green and not Essington as origonally planned.
Many thanks to Forhouses, Pennfields, Amery and Woodfield bottom green for allowing us to use their greens for theses Qualifying rounds
Wed 29th MayDivisiional Cup Quarter Finals matches are as follows
Div 1 & 2 Quarters Round Round must be played on or before Thu Jun 27th 2024
1Willenhall Trinity A v Pennfields A (18) At Willenhall Trinity2Willenhall Nordley v Woodfield A At Willenhall Nordley
3Swindon A v Pavilion CES B At Swindon
4Bilston v Penn A At Bilston
Div 3 & 4 Quarters Round Round must be played on or before Thu Jun 27th 2024
| 1 | Hamiltons B | Essington C | At | Express and Star | ||
| 2 | Pennfields B | Swindon B | At | Pennfields Top | ||
| 3 | Willenhall Trinity C | Pavilion CES C | At | Willenhall Trinity Morn | ||
| 4 | Pennfields F | 105 | 70 | Woodfield D | At | Pennfields Top Morning |
Hamilton B v Essington C at Hamilton green
Pennfields B v Swindon B Pennfields Top Green
Willenhall Trinity v Pavilion CES C at Willenhall Trinity Morning green
Pennfields F 205 Woodfield D 70
Wed 22nd MayFollowing today's complete wash out of fixtures
The league are looking for all todays games to be played on or before Thursday 13th June 2024 as per rule 8 in the constituion. Without compromising the Individaul Merit qualifying round on the 12th June 24.
Ruke 8
Any team postponing a match must give a full 48 hours’ notice and postponed matches must be played within twenty-two (22) days of the original date. Otherwise, an extension must be arranged in writing (email) with both team captains and the league Fixtures Secretary. In the unlikelihood of a match not being played the team defaulting forfeits the match with a score 8 points to 0 and an aggregate score of 126-Nil.
Please inform me with rearranged dates as soon as they are agreed so i can change date on website.
Sun 12th MayI am deeply saddened to inform everyone the passing of Phil Edwards (Spider) Pavilion CES this morning after a short illness. RIP Phil
Phil's funeral is at Bushbury Crematorium on Monday 10th June at 9.45am
Mon 6th May
Just a reminder to ask all players if they are interested in entering the Individual Merit and/or the Doubles. The more entrants, the bigger the prizes.
Sue will be at Penn Bowling Club between 10.00 and 12.00 to receive entrance fees on 2nd May (Individual Merits) and 27th June (Doubles). Alternatively, you can pay online. Bank details can be found on this site, otherwise, contact Sue or Nick.
Tue 16th Apr
It is with deep sadness that I have to report the passing of Brian Poole Woodfield A and Executive Committee Member for many years, after a recent battle against illness
Brian captained the Woodfield A team too much success, winning Div League title and the League Div 1 & 2 Cup on many occasions
Rest in Peace Brian and thanks for all your help on the committee.
Funeral details to follow
Wed 10th AprUnfortunately we have not had the best start to league programme today, with such bad weather.
I will be looking for all today's postponed games to be rearranged and played no later than the end of April. Nick
Wed 10th AprI would like to remind all Captains/ Secretary that if you need to find club contact for another team, you must log on using your pin number to see phone numbers etc.
Wed 10th AprThe next round of cup matches are as follows
Div 1 & 2
Will Trinity A v Breakaway Harrisons, Hamilton A v Pennfields A (18), Willenhall Nordley v Pavilion CES A & Woodfield A v Coseley AC (18)
Div 3 & 4
Preliminary Roud Woodfield D v Hamilton C TO BE PLAYED BY THE END OF APRIL
Next round
Wombourne B v Hamilton B, Essington C v Springvale B, Bradmore A (12) v Pennfields B & Swindon B v Pennfields D (18)
ALL TO PLAY THESE NEXT ROUND CUP GAMES TO BE PLAYED ON OR BEFORE THURSDAY 23RD MAY 2024
A reminder that team handicaps (shown in brackets) will now be added on at the end of the match, so all individual games will be a straight 21 up.
PLEASE NOTE THE HOME TEAM IS ALLOWED TO PRACTISE BEFORE THE START OF THE GAME.
Sat 23rd MarWould all Division 1 teams please note that last years Penn B team Captained by Ron Justice is now their A Team, and Last years A Team is now their B team Captained by Chrissy Webb. The cup draw remains unchanged with A team away at Essington A and the B team away at Woodfield A
Tue 27th FebPlease note that fixtures are now live,