PLAYERS OF THE SEASON
At the recent Welsh Ladies Bowling Association AGM and dinner held in Port Talbot, Sara John-Davies (left) of Pembroke Dock BC and Katie Thomas of Whitland BC were named Welsh Under 25 Team Managers players of the season.
Well done to both young ladies!
CLUB FINALS WEEKEND
The club was buzzing with activity during the weekend of Saturday & Sunday 24th/25th September with eleven Club Championship finals being the climax of a busy season.
The weekend saw some excellent bowling on a pristine surface with some new faces making their first appearance in a final.
NOTE: Photos taken during the weekend have been posted in the Photo Album.
Results:
Veterans Cup: Richard Jones bt Richard Morgan
Tee Shield: Brent Davies bt Sally Carroll
Sloggett Cup: Hugh Williams bt Haydn John-Davies
Ladies Shield: Sally Carroll bt Sara John-Davies
Championship Cup: Hugh Williams bt Paul Griffiths
Kismet Trophy: Jerry Carroll bt Karl Bierschenk
Devonald Cup: Brent Davies bt Richard Morgan
JE James Bowl: Paul Griffiths bt Haydn John-Davies
Mann Cup: Sally Carroll bt Sara John-Davies
Rembrandt Trophy: Sara & James John-Davies bt Sally Carroll & Paul Griffiths
Sinnett Plate: Sara John-Davies bt Sally Carroll
A huge thank you to Richard for organising the weekend, the ladies for putting on a fine spread and especially to the band of volunteer greenkeepers that have worked tirelessly throughout a busy season.
HARRY PAYNE OBE CUP
Saturday (03/09) saw the Harry Payne OBE Cup competition held at the Memorial Park. The event consisted of a morning and afternoon session with each trio playing in a round robin format against teams in the same session. Winners and runners up in both sessions went through to the semi-final stage, the winners meeting in the final.
Winners: Dave (left), Jackie receiving the trophy from Mrs Di Davies and Richard
The final saw David Pratt teamed with Jackie Church and Richard Jones playing against Harley Chessell, Penny Brickle and Haydn John-Davies. Despite the intermittent drizzle, the final was played to a conclusion with David, Jackie and Richard coming out on top.
The trio were presented with the handsome trophy by Mrs Diane Davies, Club President.
More photographs taken during the day can be found in the Photo Album section.
LEACH PAIRS COMPETITION 2022
In 1949, a cup was presented to Pembroke Dock Bowling Club by Mrs Leach in memory of her late husband. It was to be called The Leach Cup and the competition to be a pairs competition.
The 2022 event consisted of a morning and afternoon session with each pair playing 5 ends against pairings in the same session. Winners and runners up in both sessions went through to the semi-final stage with the winners meeting in the final.
Winners: Richard & Eileen (left) with runners up Rob & Hugh (right)
The final saw club chairman Richard Hissey and newcomer Eileen Chessell, playing Bob Francis and Hugh Lewis. The keenly contested final was won by Richard and Eileen.
The victorious duo will be presented with the trophy on Finals Day in September. Many thanks to Richard Jones who did an excellent job in ensuring the hugely enjoyable day ran smoothly.
WELSH NATIONAL FINALS
Congratulations to Ken Chadwick, Ken Edwards and Richard Jones (Skip) on your well-deserved success in winning the Senior Triples championship at Llandrindod Wells BC.
In the final played on Sunday (21/08) afternoon, ‘The Dock’ three convincingly beat a trio from Whitchurch BC (South Glamorgan) by 18 shots to 8.
You did it – everyone at Pembroke Dock BC is so proud of you.
More photographs can be found in the Photo Album section.
FUN IN THE PARK FOR YOUNG AND NOT SO YOUNG
On a beautiful evening, the Fun Night returned to the Memorial Park last Friday (29/07) when the young and not so young took part in a Bowls themed contest. With six different tests of bowling skill there was loads of merriment with some players, including several children, trying their hand at Bowls for the very first time.
A large crowd of bowlers and spectators kept the bar staff and BBQ chefs busy throughout the fun filled event which closed with a presentation of prizes to the winners. As it was well past their bedtime, some of the younger competitors had already left for home prior to the presentation of the trophies.
The lady with the highest score was Sally Carroll, who does a magnificent job maintaining the club’s floral displays, Richard Morgan was the top scoring male competitor. Both Sally and Richard received prizes from Club President, Diana Davies.
In a closing speech, Club Captain Hugh Williams paid tribute to the band of volunteers that made the event such a success and to the generosity of the competitors who raised over £400 which will be put towards purchasing a defibrillator.
More photos can be found in the Photo Album section.
DOUBLE CELEBRATION FOR SARA
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July has certainly been a month to remember for club member Sara John-Davies.
Earlier in the month, Sara graduated at University of Wales, Trinity Saint David with a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree (Business & Management).
Following a trial on Sunday (24/7) at a very wet Llandrindod Wells, Sara has been selected to play for Wales (Under 25/27) against Ireland in September.
Congratulations to Sara from everyone at the club on both achievements.
DOCK BOWLERS SIZZLE AT PENDINE
Pembroke Dock Bowling Club was well represented at the Pembroke County Bowls Association finals played at Pendine during the hottest weekend of the year.
Last Saturday (16th July) afternoon James John-Davies (above) played Katie Thomas of Whitland Bowling Club in the final of the Under 35 Mixed Singles competition. Following excellent bowling by both players on a slick surface, a triumphant James received the shield from County President, Arwel Edwards.
L to R : Ken Chadwick, Richard Jones, Arwel Edwards & Hugh Colley
Later the same day, the Pembroke Dock trio of Ken Chadwick, Hugh Colley and Richard Jones (Skip) comfortably defeated Tony Wilks, Paul Jenkins and Richard O’Leary (Skip) of Haverfordwest BC in the final of the Senior Triples competition. They will now represent Pembrokeshire in the national finals to be played at Llandrindod Wells, the mecca of Welsh Bowls, in August.
On Sunday afternoon, Haydn John-Davies, Paul Griffiths, Richard Hissey and James John-Davies (Skip) came up against a formidable Tenby rink comprising of Mike Jackson, Paul Diment, John Roberts and Dave Kingdon (Skip) in the final of the Open Rinks competition. Despite a valiant effort by ‘The Dock’ foursome, the Tenby rink lifted the coveted trophy.
A total of eleven finals were contested during the weekend which was superbly organised by Haydn John-Davies (Competition Secretary). Many thanks go to the Arwel Edwards and members of Pendine Bowling Club for their hospitality.
More photos taken by Ken Edwards can be found in the Photo Album section.
NEW SHIRTS ON DISPLAY
The eagerly awaited battle between Pembroke Dock & Pembroke Dock Warrior took place at the Memorial Park on Wednesday evening (15/06). Before the battle commenced, a photo was taken of the participants proudly wearing their smart new club shirts sponsored by Hugh Williams (Club Captain) and Richard Jones (Vice-Captain).
The match was played on a beautiful summer’s evening with spectators watching some excellent bowling from both sides. Warrior fielded a few players making their league debut while the Pembroke Dock team contained several players with a wealth of experience.
For the record Pembroke Dock ran out winners (128 – 52) picking up 12 points to Warrior gaining two points. No doubt Warrior will be seeking revenge in the return fixture scheduled for mid-August.
WEST WALES LADIES BOWLING ASSOCIATION 167. 22 points
CARMARTHENSHIRE LADIES. 76. 0 points
As the sun shone down on the green at Milford Haven on Sunday (13th June) the ladies of Pembrokeshire started where they left off in August 2019 when they started their defence of the Savegar Cup.
Well done everyone, a very big thank you to President Sylvie and members of Milford Bowls Club for hosting this match and providing a lovely meal after the game. Thanks also to the Umpire Mr John Morris and to the greenkeeper for their hard work.
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(Many thanks to Collette for supplying the photo and congratulations to Penny & Collette who both played in the match).
PENDINE LADIES TRIPLES
The first competition of the season and great success for Pembroke Dock BC!
Thirteen Triples took part in the event, with the eventual winners being Sally Carroll, Sara John-Davies and Diana Davies who beat Katie Dickenson, Kathy Jenner & Cally Jones in the final .
From left to right Sally Carroll, Sara John-Davies Diana Davies
Well done to all that entered and special thanks to Pendine for hosting the event.
More photos can be found in the Photo Gallery section.
PDBC V SAUNDERSFOOT
The club hosted a friendly match against the Seasiders at the Memorial Park on Saturday (23rd April). It was good to see all six rinks being used with The Dock having a surplus of members wanting to take part. As a result a number of substitutions were made after the tea interval to ensure that everyone could enjoy a roll up.
More photos can be found in the Photo Album
PROBABLES V POSSIBLES MATCH
Thirty two players took part in the traditional Probables v Possibles match held at the Memorial Park on a sunny and warm Easter Saturday afternoon. The club have entered two sides (Pembroke Dock and Warrior) in the Pembrokeshire Mens League for the forthcoming season.
It was good to see some new faces on the green along with the stalwarts that have been playing the game for many years.
Additional photos taken during the afternoon can be found in the Photo Album.
OPENING DAY 2022
There was a good attendance at the Memorial Park on Saturday 2nd April for the 2022 opening ceremony of Pembroke Dock Bowling Club. During the opening speech by the new club chairman - Richard Hissey, he called for a minute’s silence to remember Jane Williames and John Scott who passed away recently.
Richard also thanked Alan Yea for his diligence as Club Chairman over the past seven years. The volunteer greenkeepers and the working party were recognised by Richard for getting the club ready for opening day.
Mrs Sally Carroll was invited to roll the Silver Jack as a token of appreciation for her hard work over the years looking after the floral displays at the club entrance
From left to right:
Richard Hissey (Chairman), Mrs Sally Carroll & Mrs Diana Davies (President).
Note: The first match will be held on Saturday 9th April with a President v Captain match.
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Sally rolling the Silver Jack to mark the opening of the new season followed by delivery of the first bowl.
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Club members watching from the clubhouse.
TO ALL CLUB MEMBERS
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PEMBROKE DOCK BOWLING CLUB
The Memorial Park, Bush Street
Pembroke Dock SA72 6HQ
Founded 1925
For more information:
Phone: (01646) 622715
or
Email: Mr Hugh Colley (Secretary)