Bowls Newsletter - 16/03/24
Wednesday: All teams played at home for the last of the minor rounds.
Congratulations to the team who lost only one game during the season. Come out and cheer them on as they play the first final at home on Wednesday against Salisbury.
Thursday:
Congratulations to the Division 1 team who had a wonderful win against Somerton at Somerton on a day that was very challenging for bowling. The score was 76 to 50 with all rinks getting up. Thank you to everyone who came out to support us and cheer us to victory your enthusiasm drowned out the Somerton supporters. It was greatly appreciated by us all. Onwards now to the grand final and Premier League for season 24/25. The grand final is March 28 against Somerton or Modbury. The venue is to be advised. We look forward to the Kensi cheer squad coming out again. Next week we have no game so will be a practice week.
Saturday:
Our division 3 team headed to Playford for the first semi final feeling reasonably confident after a solid finish to the minor round. It wasn’t to be and unfortunately Playford at home were too good. The final score was 56 to 78. Tomorrow the team wakes up to do it all again this time against Walkerville at home. The match begins at 1pm. Come out Kensi members, family and friends and support them by cheering loudly. Look forward to seeing many of you in the blue and gold.
The AGM will be held on Friday May 10 beginning at 5pm. The current committee is keen to attract new and enthusiastic members. Heather will post nomination forms on the club noticeboard. Oliver intends to stand down as Treasurer after 2 years. I thank him for his work and efficiency in organising and streamlining the Bowling account, which will make for a smooth transition to a new Treasurer. Heather Garnett is considering standing down as Secretary after 3 years.
There will be a Members draw at 6.30 pm followed by the club’s End of Season Celebration dinner. The menu for the night is made up of lamb and rosemary pie with vegetables OR cheese and spinach quiche with vegetables (which suits non red meat and vegetarian). Dessert is Blueberry Lemon cake. Vegan meals will be made available on request. The cost of the night will be $25 each which will also include a drink voucher.
A list for people to write their names down on is up in the clubhouse from today, March 16th. Names are required to be on the list no later than March 31st, no exceptions.
Helpers Team 2 have been rostered to help - it would be appreciated if some Committee members would also be able to assist on the night as Team 2 is a little down in numbers. Thank You.
Below is the summary of feedback, that has been forwarded to MBA, gained from interested members. Thank you again.
What do you like about the current competition?
What don’t you like about the current competition?
What suggestions do you have to amend the current conditions of play?
What new suggestions do you have to improve the competition?
The final round of the Super Challenge will be held on March 24th. Availability will be reviewed closer to the date. Thank you - Peter Douglas
The next Friday night dinner is going to be held on March 22nd so please be sure to have your names down on the noticeboard inside the clubhouse by no later than March 20th at 5pm. The menu is Pork Croquettes with veg followed by the dessert Cinnamon Pear Strudel. Team 1 has been rostered to help on the night.
Annie Leverington is going to be the guest speaker on the night so for anyone who has trouble with any form of technology, Annie will be just for you! Come along and get some advice for those technology problems you didn't know how you were going to solve, you won't be sorry!
Happy Hour has been changed slightly from Good Friday March 29th to after the Ladies Grand Final on Thursday March 28th.
There is an abundance of lost property at the Club. It will go on display in a corner until the end of this month and then be destroyed. If you have lost a cap, Pullover, waterbottle etc please check the lost property table in the next two weeks.
Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook (Kensington Marryatville Bowling Club) and Instagram (kensikookaburras). Photos please.
Please remember that when you visit one of our club sponsors to let them know you are from the KMBC so they know their sponsorship is worthwhile. Sponsors play a vital role in the future of our club so please be sure to support them whenever you can. Anyone who has an idea about a potential sponsor please approach anyone on the Committee to share your ideas.