News: Ladies General
NOBLES OVER 60’s LADIES LEAD THE WAY
LADIES OVER 60’s LEAGUE: Heavy rain last Thursday morning resulted in only three matches being played with three being postponed to the following morning and two postponed to a later date. Braving the weather on the Thursday morning were the Onchan ladies who played at home against the Castletown B ladies. Onchan won the match 4-2 dropping only seven points (119-95) with Jane Lothian for the home team being the only player to win to single figures. Two close games resulted in 21-18 wins for Onchan’s Kay McKiernan and Castletown’s Marie Ashurst. Another match that went ahead was a player short Finch Hill who were at home to Breagle Glen B. The Finch ladies won the match 4-2, but due to being a player short won by only two points (87-85). Lil Smith and Iris Kermode for the home-side plus Alison Stockham for Breagle all won to single figures. Closest game saw Finch’s Wendy Cowin just get the better of Jenny Cain winning 21-16. The third match to be played was Mooragh Park A at home against Ballaugh A. Match finished three all, but Ballaugh took the honours on points (93-88) with Maureen Hamilton and Janet Monk for Mooragh plus Rose Waterworth and Christine Macdonald for the visitors all winning to single figures. Mooragh’s Joan Henderson had a good tussle with Julie Reilly eventually crossing the line to win 21-15. The following morning, and in much brighter weather conditions, the Nobles ladies had a convincing 6-0 win away to a player short Breagle Glen C (126-37) with Sue Gawne and Paula Garrett winning to single figures. Closest game saw Libby Andrade just pip Gwen Tuck 21-15. South Ramsey A were at home to Marown; match finished three all, but South won on points (100-78) with Elaine Moore and Joyce Ogden for South and Rosie Winckle for Marown winning their games to single figures. Marown’s Philippa Taylor had a good battle against Lorraine Moore with Philippa eventually winning 21-18. Ballaugh B hosted neighbours Mooragh Park B who were a player short. Match finished three all (116-81) with Gill Clarke for the home team being the only player to win to single figures. Three winners for Mooragh were Mary Bruce and Irene Goodall who both won to 19 and Diane Robinson who won to 15. Matches between Breagle Glen A vs Peel Sunset and Castletown A vs South Ramsey B have been postponed to Friday 26 June.
LADIES OPEN AGE LEAGUE: Last Friday evening South Ramsey were on good form winning 8-1 (185-89) at home to Ballaugh B with five of south’s wins being won to single figures. Stopping a full house was Victoria Johnson who won to 17 against Joyce Ogden. Another 8-1 win was scored by Marown B at home to Castletown B (171-132) with Celia Joughin and Lil Smith for the Crosby ladies plus sole winner for ‘Town’ Debra Cooper, all winning their games to single figures. Sue Wilshaw and Barbara Young just missed out on wins for Castletown when they both lost to 20 against Lillie Barrett and Elaine Dewhirst. Douglas were at home to Peel winning the match 7-2 (166-141) with Jane Lothian for the home-side and Karen Moss for the Peel ladies winning to single figures. Beverley Wilson nearly got another win for Peel when she lost to 18 against Paula Garrett. Mooragh Park travelled south to Breagle Glen B coming away with a solid 7-2 win (159-116) with five games (three to Mooragh and two to Breagle) being won to single figures. Closest game of the match resulted in a 21-15 win for Mooragh’s Grayse Blencoe against Jean Thackrah. The Nobles ladies also put in a good away performance at Ballaugh A winning the match 5-4 (157-135) with Colese Creer and Sylvia Kennaugh for the visitors winning to single figures. Rose Waterworth for Ballaugh had a nip and tuck game with Keri Hampson before running out to win 21-18. Castletown A were at home to Marown A; with both of these teams vying for the top spot it was a well contested match with Castletown winning 6-3 and by seventeen points (150-133). Five of the nine games were won to single figures (three for Castletown and two for Marown). Hilary Kermode for the Town ladies played Lynda Cadamy; game could have gone either way, but Hilary managed to get the final point to win 21-20.
JEAN KELLY PLATE KNOCKOUT
The Jean Kelly Plate knockout competition (handicaps in brackets) got underway on Thursday 26 June with a pre-liminary match between Breagle Glen B (+54) home to Nobles (+37). The Nobles ladies won 6-3 on games and by 65 points, 160-95, with five of the Nobles ladies winning to single figures. Three winners for Breagle were Pauline Worrall who won to 20; Jacqui Elliot who won to 12, and Voirrey Curphey won to single figures.
The quarter finals are due to take place on Tuesday 7 July and Thursday 9 July.
IOM LADIES VETERANS TEAM REACH THE FINAL IN WREXHAM
Ladies Vets Team that played in Llay, Wales last week
Photo: UnknownBCGBA LADIES VETERANS COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP
A nine player strong Isle of Man Over 60’s Ladies team plus Team Manager travelled to Wrexham in Wales on Monday 22 June to compete in the British Crown Green Bowling Association Ladies Veterans County Championship. All matches were played on the following day (Tuesday) in extremely hot and humid conditions – water and shade were certainly the order of the day!
The competition was played in four groups consisting of four counties with the winners of each group progressing to the semi-finals. Group A and Group B played at Llay Miners Welfare Bowling Club; Group C and D at Gresford Village, with the semi-finals and final being played at Brymbo Sports and Social Club. All games played 15 off scratch.
The Isle of Man Team consisted of Elaine Moore and Sue Collier (South Ramsey); Hilary Kermode (Castletown); Paula Garrett and Sue Gawne (Nobles); Joyce Kelly (Peel); Lynda Cadamy (Marown), plus Caroline Whitehead and Margaret Tasker (Breagle Glen). Elaine was Captain and Janet Latham was Team Manager.
The IOM ladies were drawn in Group B along with Wales plus Warwick and Worcester. The other county in the group, Shropshire, had to withdrawn due to health problems. Group A consisted of Staffordshire, North Shropshire, Merseyside and South Yorkshire. Group C consisted of the favourites to win the competition, Yorkshire; Mid-Warwickshire, Dudley & District and Burton & District. Group D consisted of South Staffordshire, Lancashire, Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
Our ladies first match was against Warwick and Worcester and although we drew four all, we took the honours on points (97-91). Wales was next on the green winning 6-2 (110-66) against Warwick and Worcester. With both the IOM ladies and Wales winning a match each, whoever won between ourselves and Wales would progress to the semi-finals. This match was a nail-biter with every point counting as we drew four all again winning by just three points, to seal our place in the semi-finals. Also going through to the semis were Merseyside from Group A; Yorkshire from Group C, and Greater Manchester from Group D.
The IOM ladies made their way to Brymbo Sports and Social Club for the semi-finals/final. Our semi was against Group A winners Merseyside. Our ladies were on excellent form winning this match 6-2 and by 40 points (113-73). Second semi was also a 6-2 win for Yorkshire against Greater Manchester (106-73).
And so to the final, the first time for the Isle of Man! Unfortunately for our ladies and despite playing exceptionally well in the final and during the day, Yorkshire were too strong winning the match 7-1 (113-73).
Results of the final:
| Isle of Man | Score | Score | Yorkshire |
| Paula Garrett | 14 | 15 | Lorraine Hirst |
| Sue Collier | 4 | 15 | Lynda Drury |
| Margaret Tasker | 8 | 15 | Linda Gledhill |
| Lynda Cadamy | 7 | 15 | Julie Best |
| Sue Gawne | 8 | 15 | Jean Witchcombe |
| Hilary Kermode | 12 | 15 | Sally Turner |
| Elaine Moore | 15 | 8 | Karen Hill |
| Caroline Whitehead | 5 | 15 | Debbie Davis |
| 73 | 113 |
Many congratulations to our ladies on an excellent performance; they certainly did the IOM bowling fraternity proud. Also thanks to our supporter, Jenny Saunders, for all her encouragement and to Janet for doing most of the running round especially in the hot conditions. WELL DONE IOM LADIES VETERANS TEAM!
Boyd Wins Maiden IOM June Festival Title
Ladies IOM June Festival Winner 2026 - Kellie Boyd (Woodlands Park)
Photo: Arnie WithersIn the Ladies main event it was school-teacher Kellie Boyd (Woodlands Park) who etched her name into the history books, picking up her first festival title.
Boyd had the task of facing Tracy Wraight (Castlefields) in the final, with the latter making a strong start taking the first four ends to lead 10-5. Boyd got in with a double, in what was the first of three consecutive doubles and six in total throughout the game playing round pegs to devastating effect to lead 19-11. Wraight finally got back in on the 13th end, however Boyd ensured there was to be no comeback, as she displayed nerves of steel to see the game out with two singles to seal a 21-11 victory. With Boyd receiving the £1,250 first prize, Wraight took home the runners up prize of £625.
In the semi-finals Boyd put paid to the challenge of Sarah Fox (Woodlands Park) with an assured 21-12 win, whilst Wraight put paid to the hopes of Rachel Wilcox (Crossgates) of doing the double following her success on Thursday in the Tourism event with a hard fought 21-19 win to progress to the final.
Boyd started her day off with a solid 21-14 win over Paula Gamon (Overton), whilst Fox just edged home 21-20 against Carly Williams (Comberbach). In the other half of the draw Wraight was in fine fettle with a resounding 21-6 win over Josephine McGhee (Knutsford), whilst Wilcox held off Louise Cotton (Wrockwardine Wood) 21-15 to advance to the next round.
In her speech Boyd said she hoped she would be able to return to the Island in 2027 to defend her title, having received special permission from the headmaster to take the week off from her role as a school-teacher, as to get the week off in the first place was a once in a lifetime thing.
For local interest Nobles bowler Sue Gawne received the visitiom.com trophy for being the furthest local lady reaching the last 16 of the competition on Thursday afternoon, losing out 16-21 to be the highest scoring local in the round.
Ladies Tourism
The Ladies Tourism was played down to the winner on Thursday morning on Noble’s 2 green, with former local bowler Rachel Wilcox, who now plies her trade for Crossgates comfortably seeing her way through the latter stages of the Tourism event, sealing the win in the final with a 21-9 win over Kathy Chadwick (Castle Sports & SC), with the latter winning just three ends, whilst Wilcox scored heavily with seven doubles, taking just 13 ends to win the final.
Wilcox reached the final with a solid display in the semi-final beating Louise Tebay (Marown) 21-16, in a contest that the Crossgates player was always in control of. In the other semi-final Chadwick had a battle to hold off clubmate Emma Earlam (Castle Sports & SC) 21-18.
In the quarter finals Wilcox put paid to challenge of current holder Jenny Moore’s (South Ramsey) hopes of retaining the title with a 21-16 win, with Moore getting the score back to 15-16, only for a strong finish from Wilcox. Tebay advanced to the next round with a tense finish to the game, as she recovered from a 13-18 deficit to Denise Burchell (Castle Sports & SC) which went to a deciding end at 20-20, with the Marown bowler prevailing. In the other half of the draw Chadwick took a comfortable 21-12 win over Caroline Bushell (Lindal BC). whilst Earlam inflicted what would be the only defeat of the week on Kellie Boyd (Woodlands Park) with a 21-17 victory.
Photo: Arnie Withers
Photo: James Wilcox
Photo: Arnie Withers
Janet Monk Wins Ladies Pre-Festival
Ladies Pre-Festival Winner Janet Monk with Paula Gamon
Photo: Shannon McMullanThe 2026 Ladies Association Pre festival singles competition was held on Sunday 14th June at Peel Sunset Club in warm and sunny conditions, attracting an entry of 33 ladies including ten visiting lady bowlers from the UK. Getting through to the quarter finals were five visiting bowlers consisting of mother and daughter Louise and Catherine Cotton from Wrockwardine Wood; Lorraine Hirst and Sally Turner from New Mill, and Paula Gamon from Overton plus home bowlers Elaine Moore, and Kim Hargraves from South Ramsey, and Janet Monk from Mooragh Park.
First quarter final saw Lorraine Hirst in fine form winning 21-10 against Catherine Cotton; second and third quarter finals saw strong performances by Paula Gamon, and Janet Monk who both won 21-13 against Kim Hargraves and Elaine Moore respectively. Fourth quarter final was a nip and tuck game between Louise Cotton and Sally Turner with Louise eventually taking the win 21-18.
The semi-final pitted Paula against Lorraine and on the 11th end score was equal at 14 across. Lorraine took the next end scoring a two, but Paula hit back taking the following four ends to lead 20-16. Despite Lorraine scoring another two on the 17th end, it wasn’t quite enough as a single on end 18, saw Paula take the win 21-18. Second semi was between Janet and Louise. Although Louise started off well taking the first three ends, Janet got into her groove taking eleven of the following thirteen ends to lead 19-11. Louise hit back with two singles and a double, but like the first semi it wasn’t quite enough as Janet scored singles on the following two ends to win 21-15.
And so to the final between Paula and Janet. Paula started off strong leading 14-11 on the 12th end. Janet took the next end scoring a single and then playing a relatively straight mark over the crown of the green which she had played superbly all day, scored three doubles on the bounce to lead 18-14. Even though Paula hit back with a double and a single, Janet just had the edge scoring the three points needed to win 21-17 for a well deserved win. Both ladies played exceptionally well in the final treating the spectators to some outstanding bowling.
Presentation of trophy and prizes was made by Caroline Whitehead, competition committee member, who thanked Peel for hosting the event and providing refreshments throughout the afternoon; all the lady competitors, especially thanking Janet and Paula for a great final.
Kennish & Moore win Pre-Festival Ladies Doubles
Pre-Festival Ladies Doubles Winners 2026 - Fiona Kennish and Jenny Moore with Chris French of Fynoderee
Photo: Hannah DrewettThe Pre-Festival Ladies Doubles Competition, kindly sponsored by Fynoderee, went ahead at Castletown Bowling Club on Saturday, 13th June 2026.
A strong field of competitors took part in the popular round-robin format, with matches played over five ends throughout the group stages. The shorter format ensured plenty of closely contested games, with every end carrying added importance as pairs battled to secure qualification for the knockout stages.
The standard of bowling remained high throughout the day, with players producing some excellent performances and spectators treated to a number of exciting encounters.
After an impressive morning’s bowling, the four group winners progressing to the semi-finals were Rebecca Teare & Chris Price (Castletown), Voirrey Curphey & Jean Thackrah (Breagle Glen), Fiona Kennish & Jenny Moore (South Ramsey), and Lyn Bolton & Lynda Cadamy (Marown).
The closest battle for qualification came in the group won by Voirrey Curphey and Jean Thackrah, who finished level at the top of the standings with Gwen Tuck and Zoe Durcan. With a semi-final place on the line, the tie was settled by a thrilling one-end shootout, with Curphey and Thackrah holding their nerve to secure progression.
In the first semi-final, home favourites Rebecca Teare and Chris Price produced a strong display to defeat Voirrey Curphey and Jean Thackrah 7-1 and book their place in the final. The second semi-final was a closer affair, with Fiona Kennish and Jenny Moore overcoming Lyn Bolton and Lynda Cadamy 5-2 to set up a meeting with the Castletown pairing.
The final began in closely fought fashion, with both pairs exchanging early blows in a competitive contest. However, as the match progressed, Fiona Kennish and Jenny Moore found their rhythm and proved too strong, pulling away to secure victory and claim the 2026 Pre-Festival Ladies Doubles title.
Thanks must go to Castletown Bowling Club for hosting the event so efficiently. Special thanks also go to the ladies in the kitchen who kept players and spectators warm and well fed throughout the day, and to the club members who assisted with stewarding and measuring duties.
Finally, sincere thanks are extended to Fynoderee for their generous sponsorship and continued support of ladies’ bowls. Chris French was on hand to present the prizes and congratulate the competitors following another successful staging of this popular event.
LADIES OPEN AGE AND OVER 60s LEAGUE
Ladies Open Age League : Fixture 11, 29 May 2026. Continuing on their good form, Castletown A won 8-1, dropping only seven points (182-126) away to Breagle Glen A. Lone winner for the Breagle ladies was Linda Dawson who won to 14 with teammate Alison Stockham just missing out on a win when she lost to 20 against Stella Watterson. Alison Kearsley and Hannah Drewett for ‘Town’ both won their games to single figures. Another good performance saw Marown A win 7-2 (172-121) at home against Peel. Lynda Cadamy, Lyn Bolton and Jayne Smith all won to single figures for the Crosby ladies as did Lynda Wilson for Peel. Peel’s other winner was Val Allwood who won to 19. Castletown B also won 7-2 (169-115) at home to Breagle Glen B with four of the Town ladies winning to single figures. Two winners for Breagle were Karolina Urbaniak and Pauline Worrall who both won to 11. Closest game saw Castletown’s Melody Marsh just pip Voirrey Curphey 21-18. Home derby between Ballaugh B&A resulted in a 7-2 win (161-117) for the A ladies. Gail Curphey and Elaine Fenton for the B team and Rose Waterworth and Cath Harvey for the A team all won to single figures. Closest game of the match resulted in a 21-16 win for ‘A’ team lady Sherriee Pedley. Douglas won 5-4 (167-137) at home against Marown B. Harley Garrett for the villa ladies was the only player to win to single figures. Marown’s Martha Butler had a good battle with Emma Sayle eventually crossing the line 21-17. Local derby between Mooragh Park at home against South Ramsey resulted in a 5-4 win for Mooragh but South won on points (156-144) mainly in part to Jenny Moore and Lauren Groen being the only players to win to single figures. Katie Johnson for the Mooragh ladies had a nip and tuck game with Jackie Murley with Katie getting the point needed to win 21-20.
Ladies Over 60s league : On Tuesday morning (9 June), Ballaugh A took no pity on their B team when they won their home derby 6-0 (126-66) with three of the A ladies winning their games to single figures. Two closest games of the match resulted in 21-17 wins for Rose Waterworth and Alison Millard. South Ramsey A also scored a full house away at Mooragh Park B (126-41). Even though the South ladies all won to single figures, scoreline did not reflect on how close some of the ends were. Peel Sunset also put in a very good home performance winning 5-1 (123-50) against Breagle Glen C with all five the Peel ladies wins being won to single figures. Lone winner for Breagle was Gwen Tuck who won to 18. The Nobles ladies again put in a solid performance winning 4-2 dropping only five points (121-92) at home against Finch Hill. Two winners for Finch were Brenda Williams who won to 18 and Sue Caley who won to 19. South Ramsey B were at home to neighbours Mooragh Park A and although South won 4-2, they lost the match on points (93-90). Two winners for Mooragh, Janet Monk and Elaine Slack, both won to single figures as did Sue Collier for the south ladies. Two closest games saw 21-16 wins for South’s Ann Gale and Jackie Murley. Breagle Glen B also won 4-2 (101-92) at home against Castletown B. Jenny Cain for Breagle plus Linda Dobinson and Marie Ashurst for ‘Town’ all won to single figures with Judith Moore just missing out making the scoreline three-all when she lost to 18 against Jean Thackrah. Another 4-2 win (116-90) was achieved by Marown away to Onchan with Lynda Cadamy for the Crosby ladies being the only player to win to single figures. Two winners for Onchan were Maureen Payne who won to 14 and Jane Lothian who won to 18. Castletown A drew three all at home against Breagle Glen A, but the Town ladies won on points (107-101). All games went into double figures with Trish Bull and Caroline Whitehead for the visitors, plus Sue Peach for the Town ladies all winning their games 21-16.
The Isle of Man Bowling Festival is due to take place next week so I would like to wish all who are taking part an enjoyable week and good luck!
LADIES OPEN AGE LEAGUE
Castletown A were on impressive form last Friday evening winning 8-1 (186-118) away to Douglas with four of their games being won to single figures. Sole winner for Douglas was Harley Garrett who won to 18 against Hilary Kermode whilst Harley’s Mum, Paula, nearly claimed another win for the home side when she lost to 20 against Jenny Saunders. Two other close games resulted in a 21-19 win for Alison Kearsley and a 21-18 win for Anne Oates. Marown A also had a good 6-3 away win (177-147) to Ballaugh A, keeping them in touching distance of the Castletown A ladies. All games in this match went into double figures with the three lowest winning scores were 21-14 wins for Crosby ladies Lyn Bolton, Lynda Cadamy and Zoe Pearson. Three winners for Ballaugh were Alison Quaggan who won 21-20 against Clare Cooper, Rose Waterworth who won to 14 against Rebekah Kelly and Michele Cubbon who won to 17 against Philippa Taylor. Another relatively high scoring match was by Marown B who won 6-3 (172-148) at home against Ballaugh B. The only player to win to single figures was Crosby’s Lil Smith who won to 3. Three winners for Ballaugh were Natalie Cubbon who won to 19, Elaine Fenton who won to 10 and Gail Curphey who after a tussle with Lillie Barrett eventually won 21-17. Another tough game resulted in a 21-20 win for Marown’s Lisa Pugh against Alison Millard. South Ramsey put in a solid home performance winning 7-2 (169-128) against Breagle Glen A. Lauren Groen and Fiona Kennish for the south ladies, plus Trish Bull for the visitors all won to single figures. The other winner for Breagle was Margaret Tasker who won to 13 against Joyce Ogden. Closest game of the match saw Kim Hargraves just get over the line 21-19 against Alison Stockham. Nobles travelled to Breagle Glen B coming away with a 5-4 win (149-136). Erin-Rose Woodward and Voirrey Curphey for Breagle, plus Joanne Kelly and Keri Hampson for the Nobles ladies all won to single figures. Three closest games saw Belinda Barnfather for Nobles win to 15 against Elaine Hawkins with Pauline Worrall and Jacqui Elliott for the home team both winning to 14 against Margaret Swindlehurst and Liz Vipond. The previous evening Mooragh Park made their way to Castletown B coming away with a solid 7-2 win (174-139) with Janet Monk for the visitors being the only player to win to single figures. Two winners for the Town ladies were Susan Kerruish who won to 11 against Katie Johnson and Marie Ashurst who won to 16 against Grayce Blencoe. Mooragh’s Deborah Taylor and Shannon McMullan both had nip and tuck games before winning to 19 against Judith Moore and Barbara Young.
LADIES OVER 60s LEAGUE
Remaining match from fixture 13 was played last Wednesday morning which saw South Ramsey B put in a solid away performance against Breagle Glen C winning 4-2 (110-85). South’s Sue Collier and Jackie Murley plus Wyn Collister for the home team all won to single figures. Two tough games resulted in 21-20 wins for Breagle’s Elaine MacFarlane against Lesley Murray and South’s Julie Stephens against Steph Swift. The following morning fixture 14 took place which saw the Nobles ladies convincingly win 6-0 (126-60) away to Ballaugh B with three of their ladies winning to single figures. Just missing out on a win for the home team was Gill Clarke who lost to 20 against Jo Smith. Finch Hill had a good 5-1 home win (119-59) against a one player short Mooragh Park B with Iris Kermode and Sue Caley for Finch winning to single figures. Stopping a full house was Lynda Brew who won to 14 against Angela Crellin. Another 5-1 home win was achieved by Breagle Glen A against South Ramsey B (118-69) with three players from the home side winning to single figures. Jackie Murley for the visitors stopped the whitewash by winning 21-13 against Jenny Cain. Castletown A were also on form winning 4-2 (119-89) away to Onchan with Hilary Kermode for the Town ladies being the only player to win to single figures. Two winners for Onchan were Kay McKiernan who, after a hard fought game with Anne Oates, eventually won 21-20 and Jane Lothian who won to 15 against Barbara Young. Another solid 5-1 win was by Marown away to Castletown B (121-89) with Lynda Cadamy for the Crosby ladies winning to single figures. Two winners for Castletown were Susan Kerruish who just edged Gill Christian 21-20 and Linda Dobinson who won to 17 against Celia Joughin. South Ramsey A won 4-2 (110-80) at home to Breagle Glen B with Gillian Jopson and Elaine Moore winning to single figures for the home side. Two winners for Breagle were Voirrey Curphey who won to 10 against Lorraine Moore and Alison Stockham to 16 against Anne Buck. Peel Sunset made their way to Mooragh Park A and although Peel won the match 4-2, they lost on points (92-109) due mainly in part to the two winners for Mooragh, Janet Monk and Karen McGurgan, winning to low single figures. Two close games saw Peel ladies Mary Moffatt and Terry Berry win to 20 and 19 against Pat Lenton and Diane Robinson. On the Friday morning Ballaugh A were on resounding form winning 5-1 (118-69) away to Breagle Glen C with Rose Waterworth and Caroline Parker winning to single figures for the visitors. Lone winner for Breagle was Gwen Tuck who won to 13 against Michele Cubbon.
LADIES OVER 60s LEAGUE
Morning of Thursday 14 May saw the Nobles ladies march on scoring a full house at home against Castletown B (126-56) with four of their wins being won to single figures. The other two games were both won to 13. Another strong performance saw Castletown A win 5-1 (122-76) at home against Breagle Glen C. Hilary Kermode for the Town ladies was the only player to win to single figures with Gwen Tuck stopping the whitewash winning to 17 against Barbara Young. Peel Sunset were also on form winning 5-1 (116-88) at home against Finch Hill with Terry Berry for the Peel ladies winning to single figures. Lone winner for Finch was Wendy Cowin who won 21-11. Breagle Glen A were at home to Mooragh Park A winning 4-2 (107-77). Margaret Tasker and Angela Bennett for Breagle plus Janet Monk for Mooragh all won to single figures with the closest game being a 21-18 win for Mooragh’s Lynn Mayers. South Ramsey B were at home to Ballaugh B and although match finished three all, South won on points (115-106) with South’s Sue Kinrade winning to single figures. Closest games resulted in 21-19 wins for Ballaugh’s Brenda Bowyer and South’s Jackie Murley. Onchan had a good 4-2 home win against Breagle Glen B (114-93) with Maureen Payne and Sue McCourt for the home side winning to single figures. Breagle’s Alison Stockham and Rosemary Quirk for Onchan both won their games 21-18. Ballaugh A were at home to neighbours South Ramsey A. Match finishes three all but Ballaugh took the honours on points (100-90). Christine MacDonald for Ballaugh and Judy Kelly for South both won to single figures with Joyce Ogden just crossing the line 21-18 ahead of Julie Reilly. Marown visited a one player short Mooragh Park B. Match finished 4-2 to Marown (105-62) with Celia Joughin and Elaine Dewhirst winning their games to single figures for the Crosby ladies. Two winners for Mooragh were Shirley Corteen who won to 13 and Irene Cannan who won to single figures.
This Tuesday morning heavy rain during the morning didn’t deter from some good games and results. Current leaders Nobles made their way to South Ramsey A coming away with a 4-2 win and by nine points (105-96). Two winners for South were Elaine Moore who won to single figures and Gillian Jopson who won to 16. Another close game resulted in a 21-16 win for Nobles lady, Paula Firth. Marown were at home to Breagle Glen B; match finished three all but Marown won on points (100-80). Crosby ladies Philippa Taylor and Rosie Winckle plus Breagle’s Jacqui Elliott all won to single figures with Gwen Tuck being the other winner for Breagle just getting over the line 21-20 against Celia Joughin. Ballaugh A visited a one player short Finch Hill winning 5-1 (118-59). Stopping a full house was Wendy Cowin who won to 13. Closest game resulted in a 21-19 win for Alison Millard against Lil Smith. Castletown B had a good 5-1 win (120-80) at home against Mooragh Park B with Town ladies Linda Dobinson and Pat Rigby winning to single figures. Irene Goodall was Mooragh’s only winner winning 21-15. Diane Robinson just missed out on winning another game for the visitors when she lost to 16. Castletown A put in another solid performance away to Mooragh Park A winning the match 4-2 (113-73) with three of the Town ladies winning to single figures. Two winners for Mooragh were Janet Monk who won to 10 and Karen McGurgan who won to 19. Another strong performance saw Peel Sunset win 4-2 away a Ballaugh B (117-87) with Val Allwood and Shirley Corrin winning to single figures for the visitors. Two winners for Ballaugh were Brenda Bowyer who just pipped Terry Berry 21-20 and Pat Mason who won to 13. Breagle Glen A were on top form getting a full house at home against Onchan (126-88) with all games going into double figures. Two closest games of the match saw Margaret Tasker cross the line 21-20 against Maureen Payne and Pauline Worrall winning to 18 against Sue McCourt.