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Moore and Teare Win Lilian Slinger Trophy
Lilian Slinger Trophy Winners 2025 - Jenny Moore & James Teare
Photo: Pat LentonDespite the poor weather conditions, gusty winds and occasional heavy downpours, a strong field of 31 mixed pairs battled it out to lift the Lilian Slinger Trophy.
The first round saw the departure of the fancied pairing of Kim and Glynn Hargraves (South Ramsey) narrowly beaten by Glenn Boland (Marown) and home player Madison McMullan 20-21. A tight game in the second round saw home favourites Rob and Janet Monk pipped at the post 20–21 by Sue Gawne (Noble’s) and Andy Kennish (Peel).
In the quarter final Jayne Smith and Walter McCarthy overcame Marown clubmates Neil Withers and Debbie Leece 21-20 whilst the surprise scratch home pairing of Katie Johnson and Joe Kneale finally met their match against Clare Cooper and Sid Bolton losing 13–21.
The first semi-final saw James Teare and Jenny Moore (South Ramsey) take a comfortable win against Clare Cooper and Sid Bolton 21–11 whilst the second semi-final saw Jayne Smith and Walter McCarthy tied at 16 each with Peter Jones and Lyn Bolton (Marown) after 16 ends. However, Peter and Lyn ran out 21–16 winners, winning the last five ends without reply.
The final between James Teare and Jenny Moore versus Peter Jones and Lyn Bolton was expected to be a cracker and did not disappoint. The latter pairing raced into a 17–10 lead after nine ends and the writing seemed to be on the wall for James and Jenny, however a run of 1, 1, 3, 1, and 2 shots on consecutive ends brought them back to lead 18–17 after 14 ends. One shot on the 15th end for Peter and Lyn brought the score back to 18 across before three shots on the next end for James and Jenny saw them home as worthy winners of the trophy 21-18.
The competition was sponsored by Lilian’s family and the trophy and prizes were presented by Paul Slinger.
Strong Performances By Top Teams In Ladies Leagues
Ladies Open Age League: Last Wednesday’s fixtures saw two of the top teams play each other when Marown A hosted Castletown A. Castletown came away with a 5-4 win but lost the match by one point only (149-148) with Crosby’s Rebecca Teare plus Hilary Kermode for Town both winning their games to single figures. Two close games resulted in a 21-19 win for Town’s Kim Foy against Philippa Taylor, and a 21-20 win for Marown’s Jayne Smith against Tracy Moore. South Ramsey scored their second maximum of the season to date, at home to Peel (189-98) with Kim Hargraves, Jenny Moore and Sue Collier all winning to single figures. Peel’s Beverely Wilson just missed out a win for her team when after a good nip and tuck game she lost to 20 against Joyce Ogden. South’s Gillian Jopson also had a long tussle with Louise Horsfall eventually winning to 14. Ballaugh A were also on good form when they won 7-2 at home against Douglas dropping only eight points (181-129). Two winners for Douglas were Emma Sayle who won to 19 against Barbara Graham and Katie Jacobs who won to 15 against Cath Harvey. Louise Tebay had a good battle against Douglas’s Erin Quayle eventually crossing the line 21-20. Ballaugh’s Maria and Elena Dimsdale (mother and daughter), both won their games to single figures. Breagle Glen B put in a solid performance when they won 6-3 at home to Ballaugh B (177-145). Roz Cannon for Breagle was the only player to win to single figures with Breagle’s Claire Cain plus Ballaugh’s Charlotte Neesom both winning their games 21-20 against Victoria Johnson and Elaine Hawkins respectively. Castletown B were at home to Marown B winning 5-4 and by twenty points (171-151). Castletown B just missed out on two more wins when Sue Wilshaw and Melody Marsh both lost to 20 against Lisa Pugh and Grace Cooper. Only player to win to single figures was Town’s Marie Ashurst who won to 9. Breagle Glen A made their way north to Mooragh Park with the home team winning 6-3 (161-138). Three winners for Breagle were Voirrey Curphey who won to 19 against Katie Johnson with Katy Williams and Pauline Worrall who both won to single figures. The McMullan sisters for Mooragh (Lacey, Madison and Bailey) put in good performances to win their games to 12, 11 and 12.
Friday evening’s matches: Home derby between Marown B & A resulted in an impressive full house for the A team (189-98) with five of the games being won to single figures. ‘B’s Lil Smith and Rosie Winkle nearly stopped the whitewash when they lost to 19 and 17 against Debbie Leece and Rebekah Kelly. Another solid performance saw Peel win 7-2 at home against Castletown B dropping only six points (183-120) with the score for Peel being helped by Louise Horsfall and Emilie Moss both winning their games to single figures. Two winners for Town were Joy Stephens who won to 16 against Gill Clarke and Judith Moore who won to 20 against Diane Fleming. Two other 21-20 wins were scored by Peel’s Shirley Corrin and Terry Berry against Marie Ashurst and Sue Wilshaw. Nobles played host to Breagle Glen B winning 5-4 on games but losing the match on points (143-157). Breagle’s Chrissy Woodward had a good battle with Jo Smith eventually getting the point she needed to win 21-20. Another very close game resulted in a 21-20 win for Noble’s Marilyn Ellison against Angela Bennett. South Ramsey made their way south to Breagle Glen A coming away with a 5-4 win and by six points (147-153). Two close games saw Tricia Bull for Breagle and South’s Jenny Moore both winning to 19 against Gillian Jopson and Caroline Whitehead. Alison Stockham and Pauline Worrall for Breagle, plus Fiona Kennish for South all won to single figures. Mooragh Park were at home to neighbours Ballaugh winning 5-4 but losing the match by two points (138-140). Mooragh’s Madison and Bailey McMullan and Janet Monk all won their games to 8, with Caroline Parker and Maria Dimsdale for Ballaugh also winning to 9 and 2. Closest game saw Mooragh’s Katie Johnson just pip Michele Cubbon 21-19. Douglas travelled to Ballaugh B coming away with a good 6-3 win and by twenty points (136-156). Sandra Buckeridge for Ballaugh plus Erin Quayle for Douglas won to single figures. Mel Molesworth (Douglas) had a good game with Gail Curphey eventually winning 21-16.
Rearranged match from Friday 9 May between Marown A vs Nobles took place last Thursday resulting in a strong home performance by the Crosby ladies winning 6-3 and dropping only eight points (181-139). Marown just missed out on another couple of wins when Jayne Smith and Rebecca Teare both lost to 19 against Tina Hampson and Jo Smith. Best game of the match was between Rebekah Kelly (Marown) and Joanne Kelly with Rebekah just edging it 21-20.
Ladies Over 60’s league: Last Tuesday morning saw Peel record a maximum at home against Mooragh Park B (126-37). Only two of the six games went into double figures when Mooragh’s Lynda Brew and Margaret Oxley scored 11 and 10 respectively. Castletown A continued with their good form winning 5-1 away at Onchan dropping only one point (125-61) with three of Town’s wins being won to single figures. Stopping the full house and after an extremely good game was Maureen Payne who won to 20 against Jenny Saunders. Current leaders, Nobles, also had a good 4-2 away win at South Ramsey B (108-72). South’s two winners were Ann Gale who won to 16 against Paula Firth and Sue Collier who won to single figures against Libby Andrade. Sue Gawne and Marilyn Ellison for Nobles both had good wins winning to single figures. Finch Hill travelled to Castletown B coming away with a solid 5-1 win (120-100). All games went into double figures with Finch’s Iris Kermode having a nip and tuck battle with Sheila Preston before crossing the line 21-19. Breagle Glen A put in a solid performance at home against Ballaugh A winning 4-2 and by twenty points (115-95). Again all games in this match went into double figures. Two winners for Ballaugh were Pat Mason who won to 16 against Linda Dawson and Christine McDonald who won to 15 against Alison Stockham. Closest game of the match saw Margie Tasker win to 17 against Ballaugh’s Kay McKiernan. Ballaugh B were at home to Breagle Glen B; match finished three all with Ballaugh winning on points (112-103). Carol Holt for Ballaugh was the only player to win to single figures with Angela Bennett for Breagle just getting the better of Brenda Clayton winning 21-20. Marown made their way to Mooragh Park winning 4-2 and by 14 points (86-100). Two winners for Mooragh were Janet Monk who won to single figures against Mair Moore and Gillian Malpass who won to 13 against Celia Joughin, with Marown’s Lynda Cadamy and Philippa Taylor both winning to single figures. The following morning (Wednesday) South Ramsey A put in a strong performance away to Beagle Glen C winning 5-1 dropping only three points (123-68). Stopping a whitewash was Chris Holland who won to 18 against Gillian Jopson.
Thursday morning’s fixtures saw three of the top four teams score maximum points. First was Breagle Glen A away to Mooragh Park B (126-43). Only one game went into double figures when Mooragh’s Joan Henderson put in a sterling performance against Caroline Whitehead before losing to 13. Second maximum was scored by Ballaugh A at home against Breagle Glen C (126-63). Christine McDonald for Ballaugh was the only player to win to single figures with Breagle’s Chris Holland and Wyn Collister putting up a good fight before they both lost to 14 against Beryl Bridson and Kay McKiernan. Third maximum was scored by Nobles at home against Ballaugh B (126-38). All games, apart from one, were won to single figures with Ballaugh’s Carol Holt just creeping into double figures losing to 11 against Dee Lewis. Second placed Castletown A were at home to their B Team winning 5-1, only dropping four points (122-73). Stopping the full house was Marie Ashurst who won to 17 against Barbara Young with Kath Kinley for the A team being the only player to win to single figures. Finch Hill also had an impressive 5-1 home win against Peel dropping six points (120-93). Lone winner for Peel was Shirley Corrin who won to 15 against Anne Hon. Peel’s Mary Moffatt, Joyce Kelly and Val Allwood nearly made the score the other way round when losing to 20, 19 and 18 against Iris Kermode, Wendy Cowin and Pat Heesom. Brenda Williams for Finch was the only player to win to single figures. Marown took on Onchan at home winning 4-2 (108-61) unfortunately, Onchan were a player short. Two winners for Onchan were Pauline Cowley who won to 14 against Gill Christian and Caroline Heathcote who won to 10 against Mair Moore. Rosemary Winckle, Philippa Taylor and Celia Joughin all won to single figures for Marown. Mooragh Park A travelled south to Breagle Glen B and although Mooragh lost 4-2 on games they won on points (115-106). Closest games saw Breagle’s Pauline Worrall win to 18 against Gillian Malpass, Edwina Reid winning 21-20 against Lynn Mayers and Voirrey Curphey winning 21-19 against Elaine Slack. Two winners for Mooragh were Joy Morris and Janet Monk who won to 15 and 7 respectively. Home derby between South Ramsey A & B resulted in a solid 5-1 win for the A team (110-73). Lone winner for the B team was Sue Collier who won to single figures. A’s Gillian Jopson had a good tussle with Ann Gale eventually winning 21-19, with Anne Buck and Julie Stephens putting in sterling efforts before both losing to 10 against Joyce Ogden and Helen Caley.
McMullan Wins Junior Manx Championship – Krypner is 18-25 Qualifier
Junior Manx Champion 2025 - Bailey McMullan with IOMCCGBA President Hilary Kermode
Photo: Tracy MooreThe Canada Life International sponsored Manx Junior Championship took place on Saturday 24th May at Nobles Bowling club number one green. There was a field of 19 juniors who bowled fantastically.
The quarter finals were Freddie Palmer (Castletown), who had defeated Grace Cooper (Marown) and Lacey McMullan (Mooragh Park) in previous rounds, against Bailey McMullan (Mooragh Park). A third 21-up game proved too much for Freddie who tired and lost 21-6. The second quarter final saw Aalish Moore (Castletown) beat Kian Bradford (South Ramsey) who has a broken left arm. Luckily not his bowling arm.
The third quarter final saw the battle of the Colquitt brothers Sam and Alex (Nobles). It could not have been closer, but older brother Sam pipped Alex 21-20. The fourth quarter final saw Alex Hampson beat Lillie Barrett (Peel).
The first semi-final saw Bailey come from behind against Aalish to win 21-14. In the second semi-final and another 21-20 game for Sam against Alex Hampson, this time didn’t go in his favour.
So the final was between Bailey and Alex. Keeping the trophy in the McMullan household Bailey took the game 21-10. Congratulations Bailey and all juniors, you did yourselves proud. Bailey follows in the footsteps of sisters, Lacey and Shannon, who have all won the Junior Manx Championship. The trophy was presented by the Association President Hilary Kermode.
18-25 BCGBA Qualifier
On Saturday 24th May the newly introduced 18-25 qualifier was held on Nobles 2 Green. Six entrants battled it out to qualify to play in the BCGBA 18-25 Open Championship.
The two quarter finals were Kieran Krypner (Castletown) against Glenn Boland (Marown) and Toby Hart (South Ramsey) against Keri Hampson (Nobles). Kieran came from 8-16 behind to take the game 21-20. Toby proved too big a match against Keri on the longer marks.
Kieran took on Toby in the first semi-final with a very similar performance coming from behind to pip Toby 21-20. The second semi-final saw Rebekah Kelly (Marown) play Dylan Marsh (Breagle Glen). Another close game with Dylan winning 21-19.
The final was yet another battle for Kieran again coming from behind taking it to the wire and winning 21-20. He qualifies to play at Owley Wood in Northwich on Sunday 10th August.
‘As You Were’ At The Top
Noble’s A pictured at Marown recently
Photo: Arnie WithersIn Division One this week league leaders South Ramsey A retained their one-point lead at the top following a 1-9 away win over Castletown A. Four single figure wins from James Teare, David Bradford, Peter Collister and Dido Kelly kept the home team under 100 chalks. The lone winner for Town was Jordan Drewett, who fought back from a 7-14 deficit to lead 17-14, then held on for a 21-20 win over Jordan Cain to prevent the whitewash. The next highest score for Town was from Andy Clark who lost out 17-21 to Glynn Hargraves.
Marown A came away from their visit to Port Erin with a 1-9 win over Breagle Glen A. Winning for the home team was Wayne Roberts with a 21-15 victory over Phil Kelly, with captain Chris Lever just losing out 20-21 to Neil Withers, whilst Steve Durcan was held off 17-21 by Glenn Boland. Marown captain Paul Dunn was the only single figure winner inflicting a 21-3 defeat on Tim Williams.
Peel A continue to pick up most of their points away from home, this time winning 4-6 away to South Ramsey B. All of the wins for the Peel men were comfortable, with Stevie Kelly the best winner 21-6 against Christian Caley. For the home team three games were won 21-18 with Ben Dugdale, Toby Hart, and Tony Dugdale winning against Andy Mackie, Gary Smith, and George Gadsby respectively, whilst Lee Dawson beat Paul Quirk 21-11.
Onchan A emerged from the Mooragh Park with a 4-6 win over North Ramsey A. Paul Allison hung on to beat Steve Parker 21-20, whilst Tom Collins’ 21-18 win over Mike Alexander was slightly less nervy. Rob Monk was the only single figure winner for the home team with a 21-5 success over Kevin Quirk. For the visitors captain Matthew Quirk stunned Allan Callow with a 21-0 win with a masterclass in corner to crown bowling, with the other three wins from Will Penhallurick, Peter Slinger, and Jamie Clague never in doubt.
The closest match of the week was at Crosby between Marown B and Douglas A, with the home team securing a 6-4 win, as home advantage helped secure the aggregate by two chalks (135-133). For the Villa men Keith Rise used all his experience to hold off Kevin Kelly 21-18, whilst Andy Cannell beat Stevie Rundle 21-8. For Marown John Gelling beat Merv Sayle 21-7, whilst Juan Killip beat Nick Firth 21-8. Karl Parker ensured the aggregate wasn’t shared with his 21-20 win over Mark Kneen.
In Division Two Noble’s A (pictured) were the best winners of the week as they defeated Breagle Glen B 8-2. Stephen Corkill won 21-7 against Rod Swift, whilst Phil Salmon was pushed the hardest as he held off Dylan Marsh 21-18. For the visitors Nick Peterson won 21-14 against Mark Bradshaw. The biggest surprise of the night was the appearance of 2001 Manx Champion Ewan Cooil after a seven-year break from the game, he proved he has still got it with a 21-15 win over Kevin Moore.
League leaders Ballaugh A could only win 6-4 at home to eighth placed Castletown B, with all four wins for the Town men being to 17, 18, 18, and 19 from Phil Cannon, George Foy, Peter Oates, and Juan Drinkwater. All the home team wins were never in doubt, with Mike Spooner and Patrick Grant winning 21-9 against John Holden and Patrick Cooper respectively.
Marown C missed an opportunity to make up some ground on the Ballaugh A, as they lost out 6-4 away to Peel B, in a game that finished with four 21-18 wins, with these being shared equally between the teams. Also shared were two single figure victories (21-9) with Sid Bolton beating Gordon Corrin for the visitors, whilst Colin Moore beat James Kelly for the home team. The home edged the aggregate by just three chalks (145-142).
Despite Noble’s B losing 3-5 on games to Douglas B on the Villa, they manged to secure a 5-5 draw sneaking the aggregate by three chalks (141-144), with the difference being Mike Caley seeing off David Pease 21-8 on a tricky green. In a week of close games, the home team picked up three of their wins 21-18 with Bob Callow, Geoff Mayles, and Dave Corkish seeing off Paul Moore, Dean Sowerby, and Andy Greggor respectively.
Onchan B slipped to a 4-6 defeat at home to Finch Hill A losing the aggregate by four chalks (129-133). For the Onchan men Mike Thomas beat Brian Murphy 21-8, with Neil Richmond winning 21-9 against Pat Maher. Stephen Oates responded for the Finch men with a 21-5 win over Neil Taylor.
Peel C clung on to top spot in Division Three despite suffering an 8-2 defeat away to Ballaugh B. For the home team Jamie Kelly and Andy Young won 21-8 against Matthew Venables and Charlie McMeiken respectively, with Gordie Moore and Richard Fisher made to work for their 21-18 victories. For the visitors new bowlers Nathan Jones and Stuart Morrison impressed with victories over Fred Waggett and Edgar Cowin respectively.
Noble’s C impressed with an 8-2 home win over South Ramsey C, with 21-17 wins from Roy Moore, Andrew Bell, and Alex Colquitt. For the visitors James Moore beat Sam Colquitt 21-20, whilst Greg Barlow’s 21-10 win over Charlie Bell was never in doubt.
Marown D lost out 3-7 at home to Noble’s D, however just 11 chalks separated the teams (130-141). Breagle Glen C occupy bottom spot in Division Three following their 3-7 home defeat to Ballaugh C, somewhat strangely Breagle Glen B are bottom of Division Two, whilst Breagle Glen A are bottom of Division One.
Onchan C continue to stretch their lead at the top despite having played a game less than the teams occupying second and third spot in Division Four following their 3-7 away win over Castletown C, with Freddie Palmer, Dominic Bowrey, and Ron Williams the winners for the Town men.
Second placed Finch Hill B slumped to a 4-6 defeat at home to North Ramsey C, losing the aggregate by just one chalk (140-141).
Noble’s E continue to improve in their second season, as they came away from South Ramsey D with a 3-7 victory, as both teams shared single figure victories.
Peel D won 7-3 at home to Douglas D, with the Villa men putting up a good fight losing out by 11 chalks (138-129) despite suffering a 21-0 defeat.
On Wednesday evening Finch A and Ballaugh A brought forward their match that was due to be played T.T. week with the visitors coming away with a solid 2-8 victory.
MOORE RETAINS TOP LADY
Top Lady Winner 2025 - Jenny Moore of South Ramsey
Photo: Kim HargravesThe Ladies Association Top Lady Invitational competition was held on Sunday at Onchan with a field of 30.
Going out at the quarter final stage were Michele Cubbon (Ballaugh) who lost to 19 against Stella Waterson (Castletown); Clare Cooper (Marown) who lost to 11 against Jenny Moore (South Ramsey); Helen Withers (Marown) who lost to 18 against Fiona Kennish (South Ramsey), and Paula Garrett (Douglas) who lost to 12 against Louise Tebay (Ballaugh).
The semi-finals saw Jenny playing Stella and Fiona playing Louise with both games being different affairs. First semi-final was fairly straight forward as despite Stella’s best effort, Jenny upped a gear to run out 21-8. The second semi-final was a much closer game with Fiona starting off strong to lead 17-7. However, with sheer determination Louise started to pull the deficit back and on the penultimate end trailed 17-19, but with two good bowls on the next end Fiona took the win 21-17.
This resulted in current holder Jenny playing stablemate and doubles partner, Fiona. Unfortunately for Fiona and despite playing some good bowls, Jenny was in superb form and not giving Fiona a look-in, ran out to win 21-4. Many congratulations to Jenny on her win and retaining her title. Presentation was made by Chris Holland, Ladies Competition Secretary, who thanked Onchan for holding the competition and providing refreshments throughout the afternoon, and to all the bowlers who took part.
CLOSE AT THE TOP OF OVER 60’s LADIES LEAGUE
Ladies Over 60s League: Last Tuesday saw Ballaugh A score maximum points away to Castletown B (58-126) with three of Ballaugh’s wins being won to single figures. Rose Waterworth had a good game against Town’s Judith Moore eventually winning 21-16. Castletown A travelled to Ballaugh B winning 5-1 dropping only two points (89-124). Lone winner for Ballaugh was Gail Curphey who won to 19 against Sue Peach. Onchan put in a solid performance winning 5- 1 at home and dropping only five points against Mooragh Park B (121-48). Four of Onchan’s wins were won to single figures with lone winner for Mooragh, Mary Bruce, winning her game to 16 against Anne Bannan. Nobles ladies also put in a good home performance against Breagle Glen B winning 5-1 and dropping five points (121-68). Saving the whitewash was Pauline Worrall who won to 16 against Jane Robinson. Marown travelled to South Ramsey B coming away with a 5-1 win dropping eight points (65-118). Four of Marown’s wins were won to single figures with Sue Collier being the lone winner for South winning to 13 against Celia Joughin. Mooragh Park A hosted Finch Hill with the match finishing three all, but Mooragh winning on points (112-100). Mooragh just missed out on two more wins when Karen Bentley and Gillian Malpass lost to 19 and 18 against Brenda Williams and Wendy Cowin. Breagle Glen C made their way to Peel coming away with a three all draw but losing on points (106-85). Joyce Kelly and Shirley Corrin for Peel both won to single figures, with Breagle’s Dot Mylchreest crossing the line 21-15 against Beverly Wilson. South Ramsey A travelled south losing 4-2 to an on-form Breagle Glen A (116-97). Judy Kelly just missed out on making the match three all when she lost to 20 against Alison Stockham.
Thursday morning’s fixtures once again saw a maximum being scored, this time by Marown who were at home to Ballaugh B (126-55). Four of Marown’s games were won to single figures with the closest game being Gill Christian winning to 14 against Carol Holt. Ballaugh A won 5-1 at home against Peel dropping only six points (120-73). Lone winner for Peel was Mary Moffatt who won to 15 against Barbara Graham. Val Alwood just missed out on another win for Peel when she lost to 19 against Rose Waterworth. Castletown A had a good 5-1 home win against Mooragh Park A (109-58). Lone winner for Mooragh was Janet Monk who won to 4, with Town’s Joy Stephens, Jenny Saunders and Hilary Kermode also winning to single figures. Nobles visited South Ramsey A winning 4-2 and by 8 points (91-99). Judy Kelly and Elaine Moore for South, plus Sue Gawne for Nobles all won to single figures with Noble’s Caroline Corlett just pipping Gillian Jopson to the post 21-19. Castletown B made their way north to Mooragh Park B putting in a good performance winning 5 games to 1 (68-116). Lone winner for Mooragh was Peggy Freeman who won to 11 against Margaret Davies. Breagle Glen B had a good 5-1 home win against South Ramsey B (117-60). Ann Gale just missed out on a win for South when she lost to 18 against Pauline Worrall. Lone winner for South was Sue Collier who won to 12 against Voirrey Curphey. Finch Hill put in a solid performance winning 5-1 at home against Onchan (114-67). Lil Smith and Wendy Cowin for Finch, plus Onchan’s only winner Maureen Payne all won to single figures. The following morning (Friday) local derby between Breagle Glen C and A resulted in a 4-2 win for the A team dropping only three points (90-123). Margie Tasker and Trish Bull nearly made it a full house when they narrowly lost to 19 and 20 against Chris Holland and Gwen Tuck. Caroline Whitehead for the A team was the only player to win to single figures.
Ladies Open age League: Last Thursday evening, local derby between Castletown A and B saw the A ladies score maximum points (189-92). Stella Watterson, Hilary Kermode and Hannah Drewett for the A team won their games to single figures with Amanda Lawler and Kim Foy (A) both winning to 16 after good battles against Rachel Palmer and Sue Peach. On Friday evening, South Ramsey travelled to Crosby coming away with a solid 7-2 win against Marown B dropping only two points (114-187). Joyce Ogden, Gill Dixon and Lauren Groen for South all won to single figures. Two winners for Marown, after hard fought games, were Emily Cooper and Rosie Winckle who both won to 20 against Kim Hargraves and Gillian Jopson. Ballaugh A made their way south to Breagle Glen A winning 6-3 (175-144). Elena Dimsdale and Caroline Parker for Ballaugh just missed out on winning their games when they lost to 20 and 19 against Caroline Whitehead and Mavis Franks. Christine McDonald and Michele Cubbon for Ballaugh were the only two players to win their games to single figures. Douglas played host to Breagle Glen B winning 5-4 and by eight points (152-144). Mel Molesworth and Paula Garrett for Douglas plus Angie Bennett and Hannah Leece for Breagle all won to single figures with Douglas’s Harley Garrett just crossing the line 21-18 against Molly Howland. Matches between Marown A vs Nobles and Peel vs Mooragh Park have been rearranged for Thursday 22 May and Tuesday 27 May respectively.
IOM Juniors Enjoy Weekend Success
Isle of Man Junior Team May 2025
Photo: Tracy MooreOn Saturday 17th May, six of our island juniors represented the Isle of Man in the BCGBA 6-a-side competition held at The Grange Sports & Social Club in Warrington.
Aalish Moore (Castletown), Lacey and Bailey McMullan (North Ramsey), Alex Hampson (Nobles), Erin Quayle (Douglas) and Sam Quayle (Castletown).
The Isle of Man were drawn in Group A along with South Yorkshire B, Shropshire B and Greater Manchester B. The Isle of Man won all three matches, improving their scores with each match. 83-58 against South Yorkshire B, 88-48 against Shropshire B and 90-22 against Greater Manchester B.
Topping the group they play along with South Yorkshire B and Cheshire and Greater Manchester A from Group B in the final at Windle, St Helens on Sunday 29th June.
Thanks go to the Development Committee for organising, the BCGBA for hosting and the IOM Steam Packet for the supported travel.
Withers Takes Maiden Association Cup Win
Association Cup Winner 2025 - Neil Withers
Photo: Arnie WithersDouglas Bowling Club hosted the Association Cup on Sunday afternoon with the competition once again sponsored by Plumbmaster attracting 60 entries. The weather was glorious throughout the day on a tricky green.
Losing out at the quarter final stage were Peel’s Andy Mackie 11-21 to South Ramsey’s David Bradford, with the latter scoring six doubles and keeping his opponent down to seven singles. Stevie Kelly (Peel) lost out 18-21 to Paul Dunn (Marown) with the former having led 17-8 a strong finish saw the Marown man prevail.
In the other half of the draw Dido Kelly (South Ramsey) faced an in form Neil Withers (Marown) with the Crosby man flying home with a 21-7 win. Sibling rivalry saw brothers Tom and Kevin Kelly (both Marown) face off with the younger brother once again taking bragging rights with a 21-19 win.
The semi-finals were two very different stories with Bradford and Dunn finely poised at 12-12 after 11 ends. The Marown man shifted up a gear to see the game out with a 21-13 win over Bradford. In the other semi-final Withers was trailing 12-17 to Kelly, however a turnaround in fortunes saw the former see the game out with a 21-17 win.
The final got underway between the Marown teammates, with Dunn intent on retaining the trophy he won for the first time last year, and Withers hoping to lift the famous trophy for the first time. After 10 ends there was little to choose between the two men, with Dunn trailing Withers by one chalk at 10-11. Two successive singles saw Dunn lead 14-11, however Withers turned a three point deficit into a two point lead at 17-15. Dunn rallied once more to win four chalks over the next five ends to lead 19-18. On the next end Dunn was unable to put up a good enough bowl to pile the pressure on which allowed Withers to score a single to level the game up at 19-19. A good lead on the next end from Withers went unbeaten despite Dunn’s first bowl just turning away. With the score now 20-19 a single would secure the trophy, as Withers put up a good lead, then went on to beat his first with an even better bowl. This left Dunn no option other than to strike in an attempt to kill the end, however this missed as Withers lifted the trophy for the first time.
The presentation was made by Competition Committee Officer Wayne Roberts, who thanked Plumbmaster for sponsoring the competition, Douglas Bowling Club for hosting, the club members for providing helpers and refreshments throughout the day.
Teare & Dunn Win KNR Construction Trophy
KNR Construction Trophy Winners 2025 - Rebecca Teare & Paul Dunn. Also pictured Competition Secretary Andy Cannell and Sponsor Neil Clarke
Photo: Arnie WithersDouglas Bowling Club hosted the KNR Construction on Saturday, with last years competition played in stormy conditions, this year the competitors were treated to a superb day, with 29 pairs vying for the trophy on a green that was in great condition, proving tricky throughout the day.
Losing out at the quarter final stage were Angie Bennett and Keith Rise (Breagle Glen/Douglas) 8-21 to Lyn Bolton and Peter Jones, Ballaugh pair Julie Reilly and Mike Spooner lost out 16-21 to South Ramsey’s Jenny Moore and James Teare. In the other half of the draw Rebecca Teare and Paul Dunn (Marown) made light work of Grayse Blencoe and Trevor Quayle (Mooragh Park/Breagle Glen) with a 21-9 win, whilst Michele Cubbon and Paul Moore (Ballaugh/Noble’s) were defeated 12-21 by home greeners Emma and Merv Sayle.
At the semi-final stage both winning pairs progressed without too much trouble, with Bolton and Jones winning 21-11 against Moore and Teare, whilst Teare and Dunn took their place in the final with a 21-14 victory over the last home greeners Emma and Merv Sayle.
The final ended up being a fantastic tussle, despite after seven ends Teare and Dunn leading 18-8, just three chalks away from victory having scored three successive singles, with Bolton and Jones then scoring a two, only to concede three successive three’s in a huge blow to their hopes of lifting the trophy. Bolton and Jones made a huge comeback clawing the deficit back to just one chalk at 18-19, winning six of the next seven ends, proving having the jack on a tricky green was crucial. With the game finely poised Teare and Dunn kept their nerve to pick up the two points required to secure a 21-18 win.
The presentation was made by competition secretary Andy Cannell, who thanked everyone for entering, the sponsor for their continued support, the club members for their help on the day, the greenkeeper for preparing the green. The prizes were then presented by Neil Clarke of KNR Construction.
Marown A Whitewash Douglas A
North Ramsey A who faced Peel A & South Ramsey A
Photo: Phil CainIn Division One this week Marown A took on Douglas A at Crosby on a fine evening, resulting in the first 10-0 win of the season in the top division. The Villa men scored just 78 chalks, with captain Merv Sayle losing out 17-21 to Glenn Boland, whilst Gordy Wynne-Smythe just lost out 20-21 to Phil Kelly. Five of the home team won to singles figures, with just 30 chalks scored by the visitors over the five games.
The closest match of the week was between Breagle Glen A and South Ramsey B, with the Ramsey outfit the happier of the two teams on the night coming away with a 4-6 win taking the aggregate by six chalks (124-130) to boost their survival hopes. For the visitors the Hart brothers were in fine fettle as Austin Hart beat David Cain 21-8, whilst his younger brother Toby Hart won 21-3 against Tim Williams. Ben Dugdale won the battle of the captains 21-13 against Chris Lever, whilst his Dad Tony Dugdale inflicted another league defeat on Trevor Quayle 21-16. Hitting back for the home team Dan McCabe and Steve Durcan beat Ed Carlyle and Christian Caley 21-8 respectively, whilst Bernie Durcan made sure it wasn’t a Hart treble as he held off Tony Hart 21-18.
Onchan A continue to climb the table, now sitting in fourth place behind Castletown A following their 6-4 home win over the Town men. The Quirk’s led the way for the home team with Matthew beating Andy Clark 21-4, whilst Dad Kevin beat Ian Watson 21-7. Winning for the visitors were Dean Kinley, Nathan Hamilton, Aaron Richardson, and Jordan Drewett with the latter pushed the hardest 21-17 against Mike Alexander.
Peel A continue to struggle, as they slumped to bottom place following their 3-7 home defeat to North Ramsey A, with Tom Collins pulling off one of his best ever wins with a stunning 21-9 win over Peel stalwart Dave ‘Barney’ Kelly.
South Ramsey A remain in top spot, with just a one-point lead following their 9-1 home win over Marown B. The lone winner for the visitors was Kevin Kelly, who will no doubt be the hero in the Kelly household this week as he prevented the whitewash with a 21-17 win over James Teare. Karl Parker was next closest to picking up a win as he led 11-1 against South captain Glynn Hargraves, with the latter fighting back to eventually get over the line 21-19. Three single figure wins arrived from the home team for John Kennish, Peter Collister, and David Bradford.
In Division Two Ballaugh A came away from the Villa with a 4-6 win over Douglas B, as the visitors lost three close games to 17, 17, and 19. Richard Hainge was the only single figure winner with a 21-8 victory over Geoff Mayles.
Marown C hit top spot once again taking advantage of the Ballaugh men dropping four points with a 9-1 home win over Noble’s A, with the visitors losing four close games, Dave Naughton 17-21 to Conor Keenan, Stephen Corkill and Alex Yates lost out 19-21 to Walter McCarthy and Darren Kerruish respectively, whilst Phil Salmon was edged out 20-21 by Brian Kelly.
The three other games in Division Two finished to a 6-4 score, with Castletown B winning 6-4 at home to Onchan B (137-124), Noble’s B took the aggregate by three chalks (153-150) to secure their 6-4 home win over Breagle Glen B, whilst Finch Hill A win by 12 chalks at home to Peel B, this proving enough to secure the result in their favour.
In Division Three North Ramsey B lead by a solitary point, with the Mooragh men taking home a 3-7 away victory over Noble’s D.
Just one point behind North Ramsey, are Peel C on 38 points, who sacrificed top spot following their 6-4 away defeat to Ballaugh C.
Elsewhere South Ramsey C recorded a solid 8-2 home win over Ballaugh B, whilst Breagle Glen C lost out 4-6 at home to Marown D, with the Crosby men taking the aggregate by just one chalk (137-138).
In Division Four league leaders Onchan C extended their lead at the top to six points with a 9-1 home win over Douglas C.
Finch Hill B occupy second spot, with a hard earned 3-7 away win over Noble’s E, with a closer game than the score suggests as five chalks separated the teams (128-133).
South Ramsey D had a positive 4-6 away win to Peel D, with Junior bowler Kian Bradford winning 21-15 against Adam Prince.
Another close game took place between North Ramsey C and Castletown C at Mooragh Park, with the Town men earning a 3-7 victory, securing the aggregate by four chalks (130-134).
The Rayner Shield took place on Wednesday and Thursday evening with notable individuals results for Jordan Cain beating Rob Monk 21-8 on Mooragh Park, Joe Kneale losing out 18-21 to John Kennish in a 2-6 win for South Ramsey A against North Ramsey A .
Onchan A were pushed hard by South Ramsey B, with the home advantage proving crucial for Onchan with a 5-3 victory. Matthew Quirk had a tough game against Lee Dawson, with the latter losing out 18-21.
Second Division side Noble’s A hosted Marown A, the home team would have been delighted to win two games against a top team, with Martyn Hobson causing the upset of the season so far with a 21-19 win over seven-time Manx Champion Colin Kelly, whilst Kevin Moore demonstrated his rapid development as he upset Tom Kelly 21-14. Phil Salmon was the next closest to picking up a third win for the Noble’s men losing out 18-21 to Paul Kelly.
Breagle Glen A reached the quarter finals thanks to a 5-3 home win over Peel A, with three games going to the wire 21-20.
In the Rayner Plate Castletown B (+35) had to claw back 40 chalks at home to South Ramsey D (+75) doing this comfortably winning by 44 chalks (203-159), with Kian Bradford fighting back from a 5-17 and 8-20 deficit eventually losing out 16-21 to George Foy.
Ballaugh A (+25) hopes of another Rayner Plate success were ended at home to Onchan B (+40) despite winning 5-3 on games they couldn’t claw back the 15 chalks, losing out by just three chalks (172-175).
Castletown A (+30) flipped a 10 chalk deficit into a 10 chalk victory away to North Ramsey B (+40) winning 176-186, with Marown C (+25) doing the same with their 189-169 win over Finch Hill A (+45) overturning a 20 chalk deficit to win by 20 chalks.
Elsewhere Noble’ s D (+35) lost out by just five chalks (188-193) to Peel C (+60) despite winning 6-2 on games with the 25 chalk deficit proving too much to turnaround.