Isle of Man County Crown Green Bowling Association

Castletown Bowling Club hosted the Charity Cringle Fours men’s open competition on Saturday, attracting 18 pairs competing for the trophy in warm and enjoyable conditions.

The quarter-finals featured a strong mix of local and visiting talent. Home greeners Nathan Hamilton and Dean Kinley faced the Ballaugh duo of Andy Young and Chris Pedley, with home advantage proving decisive as Hamilton and Kinley progressed comfortably. Will Penhallurick (Onchan) and Richard Bregazzi (Marown) overcame South Ramsey’s father-and-son pairing, David and Kian Bradford, who had impressed throughout the day, to secure their semi-final place.

In another tie, Sam Quayle (Castletown) and Alex Hampson (Nobles) showed promise against the experienced Jamie Box (Marown) and Glynn Hargraves (South Ramsey), but the latter pair’s experience saw them through. The final quarter-final saw Marown’s Colin Kelly and Juan Killip defeat Breagle Glen’s Wayne Roberts and Ewan Cooil to complete the semi-final line-up.

Hamilton and Kinley continued their strong form in the first semi-final, using their knowledge of the green to good effect in a 21-12 victory over Penhallurick and Bregazzi. The second semi-final proved more closely contested. Box and Hargraves made a strong start, but Kelly and Killip produced a determined comeback to win 21-17 and book their place in the final.

Played in glorious conditions, the final began with Kelly and Killip taking early control, scoring a three on the opening end followed by a series of singles. Hamilton and Kinley responded well, levelling the game at 11-11. A tactical change to a longer length then proved decisive, as the Castletown pair pulled away to lead 18-12. Despite a brief response from their opponents, Hamilton and Kinley closed out the match with a single and a double to secure a 21-14 victory.

The presentation was made by Club President Hilary Kermode, who invited Rachel Cringle, daughter of Murray Cringle, to present the prizes – marking the fourth generation of the Cringle family to do so. A total of £300 was raised for Sight Matters, with all prize winners generously donating their winnings back into the fund.

Hamilton and Kinley praised the excellent condition of the green and thanked the catering team for their efforts on a hot day. They also expressed appreciation to their opponents and acknowledged the continued support of the Cringle family.