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Christmas Meal – Community Support

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With the festive season approaching, and in recognition of the economic pressure and demands faced by many in our community, we intend to once again deliver our Christmas support and get together.

This year, the primary event will consist of a meal and opportunity to meet new friends, chat and share issues, stories and perhaps get assistance and signposting to support available in the local area. We will ensure we have a network of partners and suitable agencies present to offer help and advice.

If you know anyone who would like to attend, anyone who would benefit from company and support, anyone who simply needs to reassurance that community still exists, then simply put the person forward to the WBC management team with contact details. We would ask that the person(s) are local and reached the majestic age of 60.

The event will be at the Eagle and Child on Monday December 18th at 12 noon.

Please email details to directors@whitefieldbowlingclub.co.uk

Dewsnap Trophy 2023

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On Sunday 10th September the Dewsnap Trophy was held at WBC. Despite the weather being changeable we had another decent turnout, with a good mix of experienced and novice bowlers.

In the first semi final Martin McBurnie beat Phil Berry while Ian Cropper beat Dave Liver in the other.

Ian who bowled excellent all day to reach the final managed to continue his fine form by beating Martin 16-12 to secure the trophy for 2023.

Ruby Cropper Memorial Trophy 2023

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The Ruby Cropper Memorial Trophy was held at WBC on Sunday 27th August. With a full field of 32 bowlers, many new or novice bowlers taking part which is encouraging to see.

In the first semi final Tony Martin managed to overcome Mike Ward, who was busting some dance moves throughout the match as the DJ kept the crowd entertained.

The 2nd semi was a much tighter match, with Graham Martin triumphing 21-18 over Phil Craine, who had bowled excellent all day.

The final saw the battle of the Martin brothers, and what a tense affair it was, with no brotherly love shown. The match went to the wire with older brother Graham taking the final end to win 21-20.

The event was again in aid of Manchester Children’s Hospital, with raffle prizes donated by local businesses and members and friends. A huge hanks to Ian and Les Cropper and Jo Owen plus all their helpers who put on another successful event.

CIC Community Shield 2023

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The CIC Community Shield was held at WBC on Sunday 13th August 2023. The drawn pairs event attracted over 30 bowlers and thankfully the weather played its part for most of the afternoon.

The first semi final saw Phil Berry and Nicola Cavanagh defeat Tony Lee and Gary Cunliffe, while Pete Kirk and Paul McMullen overcame Dave Chadwick and Tina McGlynn in the other semi.

The final was a very close affair, with Pete Kirk & Paul McMullen defeating Phil Berry & Nicola Cavanagh 21-20.

A great day with many new bowlers taking part, some in their first competition. 

Chairman’s Cup – 2023

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The 2023 Chairman’s Cup took place in testing conditions, with heavy showers and thunder the order of the day.

This year’s handicap competition was again hosted by Bev Harper and Matt O’Neil, who put on a great event complete with a delicious hot buffet.

The final, played on a soaked green, was between Tony Martin and last year’s winner Dave Booth. With Tony Martin taking the title and his 2nd cup of the year by a score of 21-11.

A huge thanks to our sponsors, Graham & Tony Martin, Martin McBurnie and Mike Ward. Prize money was paid down to quarter finalists.

Novice Shield 2023

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The Novice Shield took place on Sunday 28th May at WBC. Yet again we ere blessed with sunny skies and a good turnout of 16.

The final saw Howard Riscatti defeat Alan Truelove – losing semi-finalists were Tina McGlynn and Ernie.

Many thanks to Les Cropper for organising and running the event

Tony Walton Trophy 2023

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The Tony Walton Handicap Trophy was held on Sunday 7th May. 

Tony was unable to attend himself but kindly donated to the prize fund and the day was blessed by sunshine and some close matches.

This year’s winner was Tony Martin, who edged out Dave Booth 21-18 in the final.

Our losing semi-finalists were Martin McBurnie and Gary Veevers.

Our next competition date is the Novices Shield on May 28th, open to all beginners and novice bowlers.

Many thanks to our magical funders and supporters

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We couldn’t have done this without you! 

We have managed to get the club building underpinned by a specialist company. We now have assurance that we have halted any further movement. 

We now continue to seek grants and funds for the roof replacement and installation of photovoltaic panels to reduce our carbon footprint and save costs.

We are committed to seeking support via every avenue to rebuild the premises and offer more accommodation to community activity, training and development. We are about to embark on a continual youth training and experience programme to offer access and a springboard to employment. 

We are delighted to take Nathan Scully on as our first “work experience” trainee. 

We will keep you advised on accessing this programme as we do intend to commit money and time to bring as much benefit to local youth as we are able.

New Management Committee

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We are pleased to announce that we have now completed the construction and implementation of the new Management Committee to take the club through to April 2025.

The new committee members are:

  • Jo Owen
  • Bev Harper
  • Tina McGlynn
  • Warren Jackson

Plus the four existing directors:

  • Colin Jack (Chair)
  • Gary Lee
  • David Bevan
  • Paul McMullen

We will arrange a full committee meeting in April to determine direction and strategy. 

We welcome your input as members, please contact any of the above committee members with any thoughts, comments or issues you would like us to address.