Ther was a brilliant afternoon’s bowling on show at Ormskirk Bowling Club today as Ormskirk West Lancs took on Leeds ‘B’ on the hallowed carpet. The first 4 games saw only Mike Wootten winning, although both ‘The Don’ and Mick Davies came close. The next 4 did well with 3 winners, Tim Hodge being the pick of the crop with a superb 21-5 win, and Jim Gray not far behind winning 21-7.  Three more winners in the final 4 meant Ormskirk easily took the aggregate.

A faultless performance at number 10 from our very own Chairman, Steve James, gave him a 21-6 victory. There was real determination and focus etched onto his face after some pre-match nerves, but no quarter was given to a humbled opponent. Our other debutant in the team, Ian Gill, came through a nervy opening to win 21-17.

The match was played in a competitive but sporting way.  Many thanks should go to all those from our Club who came along and assisted with setting and clearing up, marking, pegging, and for their support to the team.  Also to Don Morris for a humongous buffet, Chris Ellis for organising prior to the event, and to John Clark for his captaincy and leadership of the team.