Sport
5 March, 2026
Action continues on the greens
THE bowling action continues on the Mortlake greens and despite some recent rain, there was plenty of competition.
The over 60s social pennant grand final was played at Mortlake last Tuesday between Camperdown and Terang.
Camperdown defeated Terang 50-32.
H Brebner def. N Wynd 24-15 and T Hose def. N Uebergang 26-17.
The ladies’ pairs finals was played last Saturday afternoon.
Jackie Grant and Val Smith played Glenice Kenna and Sandra Richie in the final.
The match started evenly, with both sides not giving an inch in the first five ends.
Jackie and Val then started to break away, despite Glenice and Sandra trying to find some luck (but to no avail).
Congratulations to the 2025-26 ladies pairs champions, Jackie Grant and Val Smith and well done to Glenice and Sandra for making the finals.
There is still no date set for the men’s pairs although it is hoped this can be played before Easter.
The mixed pairs are now in play and here is the draw with due dates for matches:
Round one (to be completed by Saturday, March 7) - B and K Johnson v G and I MacDonald; G and B Draffen v C Baxter and R Pasque; S Pierce and D Robertson v D Dolling and J Grant.
Qualifying and semi-final round (to be completed by Sunday, March 15) - winner of B and K Johnson v G and I MacDonald will play L and A Johnson.
The winner of G and B Draffen v C Baxter and R Pasque will play C and T Inverarity; C and M Goldsworthy v A Wood and S Richie
The winner of S Pierce and D Robertson v D Doling and J Grant will play P Beardsley and G Kenna.
If there are any questions, please ask a member of the match committee.
Last Friday, 14 teams played in the 2026 Mortlake Ladies Invitation Fours in what turned out to be a nice day, albeit a little blustery.
Teams came from all around the district, including Grangeburn, Cobden, Hamilton, Dennington, Timboon, City Memorial, Mortlake, Lawn Tennis Warrnambool, Terang and Port Fairy.
A great day was had by the ladies and there was one team that was unbeaten on the day with four wins +26 shots.
Congratulations to the team from City Memorial, Jenny Moloney, Mary Graham, Glenda Richie and Barbara Bibby.
Runners-up on the day with 3.5 wins +26 shots (from Cobden) were Loreigh Andrews, Doreen Coverdale, Claire Reynolds and Ann Scott.
A massive thank you to everyone who helped out throughout the day and to those that donated raffle prizes, as well as the tournament sponsors.
A reminder the 2026 Autumn twilight bowls season is back in full swing.
Why not come down and have some fun while playing bowls in a friendly environment?
Kick-off is 6pm and it’s only $5 to play.
Bowls can be provided, along with help for first time bowlers. Everyone welcome and for further information, contact Scott on 0418 218 547.
The Club Fours Championship and presentation day will be held on Saturday, March 28.
Look for the signup sheet in the signup box near the main entrance.
A reminder that there is a private function booked for Saturday, March 14.
Nominations are now open for the Merv Suhan Clubperson of the Year Award to nominate someone who has gone above and beyond for the club.
Nominations can be directed to a board member.
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