Renovation
What a difference a week makes. The new facilities are really starting to take shape. The patched brick wall on the eastern end of the clubroom has now been covered with gyprock, as has the entry. Both look 100% better. Those who have been to the club have suggested covering all the exposed brickwork!!
The timber framework behind the walls now defines each area inside. Thanks again to Peter G, who is at his desk in the clubrooms each day to ensure all is moving ahead positively.
- Visit our Club Renovation Works page for more information.
New Officials Courses
The club is always looking for people to become officials and is keen to increase our numbers. The following is an email from Bowls SA to advise we have a couple of New Officials courses set up as follows:
Glenelg Bowling Club
- Mon 01 Sep – New Marker course 10am start
- Mon 08 Sep – New Measurer course 10am start
- Mon 15 Sep – New Umpire course 10am start
Link to register: https://bowlslink.com.au/public/event/9997d7d9-0d82-4245-aa8d-aac426fb9629
Blackwood Bowling Club
- Fri 12 Sep – New Marker & Measurer course 9am start
- Fri 19 Sep – New Umpire 9:30am start
Link to register: https://bowlslink.com.au/public/event/29b057b5-0082-4fe5-a398-d74acee0fd06
Morphett Vale Memorial Bowling Club
- Fri 12 Sep – Reaccreditation Marker/Measurer & Umpire 9:30am start
Link to register: https://bowlslink.com.au/public/event/7b4e26f5-d4d3-4f16-9aa6-f1b3015f3d81
Please pass this information onto your members as we always need new Umpires! Also advise your members to always keep an eye out on our website for upcoming courses.
- Anna Byrne, Membership Administration Officer
- Bowls SA 583A Anzac Highway, Glenelg North
- Phone: 08 8234 7544
- Email: reception@bowlssa.com.au
- Website: bowlssa.com.au
Pre Season
Please put the dates in your calendars.
Pennant Training
Pennant training begins on Tuesday, September 2 at 9am. Pennant players, as well as associate members interested in playing pennants but still considering it, are most welcome to come along and join current pennant players.
Tuesday afternoon from 4.30 until 6pm will be available for those who are unable to attend in the morning. Beginning on September 2.
Members are always encouraged to contact coaches for individual or smaller group sessions. Coaches are Greg Miller, Rod Squire, Ken Watson and Alan Lambert.
Preseason Trials
- September 13, Saturday @TBA vs Walkerville @TBD
- September 17 Wednesday @12:30pm, vs Sturt @Sturt
- September 20 Saturday @12:30pm, vs McLaren Vale @McLaren Vale (18 ends)
- September 25 Thursday @10:00am, vs Sturt @Sturt (18 ends)
- October 2 Thursday @10:00am vs Beaumont @Beaumont (18 ends)
- October 4, Saturday @ TBA vs Clarence Gardens @Clarence Gardens
- October 8 Wednesday @12:30pm, vs Clarence Gardens @Clarence Gardens
Internal Trials
If you intend to make yourself available for trials. Please indicate which matches you will be available for on the whiteboard in the clubrooms. Place a tick for those available, and cross where you are unavailable. Selectors will be meeting on Monday evening at 4.30pm.
- Saturday will begin at 9am and be completed by 12pm to accommodate football finals.
- Wednesday will be 12.30pm and
- Thursday 10am unless otherwise advised.
Procedure for Internal Trials
Arrive in time for a roll up then the selectors will call you together and explain the aims of the trial, announce teams and advise of the format. There will be no further roll up once selectors have finished talking. Formats will depend on the number of players available.
The Blue Book
This book is a vital communication tool for those of you who will be unavailable for games during the pennant season. If you have plans that coincide with a pennant game put you name into the book under the date. This helps selectors’ forward planning. Where is the blue book? Sitting by the blue box.
- Visit our Pennant Bowls page for more information.
Norwood International High School
The club will be working with students from NIHS again in September as part of their Year 10 Lifestyle and Health class. Thank you in advance to those of you who have offered to assist. There will be 3 classes over 4 weeks involved: one each on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Trial games and preseason practice may overlap with some of the sessions on Wednesday.
- Tuesday, September 2, 9, 16 and 23 (2.05pm – 3.05pm)
- Wednesday, September 3, 10. 17 and 24 (12.05pm – 1.05pm)
- Thursday, September 4, 11, 18 and 25 (2.05pm – 3.05pm)
Please make the students welcome. They are tomorrow’s bowlers.
- Ken Watson
Wanted - Coordinator for Tuesday Night Owls
In last week’s newsletter I announced that Allan Wilkins would continue as the coordinator. This is not correct and so the club is seeking a willing person to coordinate the Tuesday Night program. There are people willing to assist with raffles, food and set up. Allan has offered his support to a new person as he willingly did on Thursdays during winter.
Membership
Phil and Tania are busy finalising members for the upcoming season. Thank you to so many of you who have paid your fees. Remember when following the instructions for payment please remember to include your name on the receipt to facilitate accurate recording. Payments are due 31 Aug!! Remember NO PAY, NO PLAY.
The link provides details as to payment. Please contact Phil McBride or Tania Lewis with any queries (their numbers are provided on the form provided herewith).
- Open Payment of Bowling Fees 2025/26 form.
Club Championships
The Kensington Marryatville Bowling Club championships will start in October 2025. The following events will be held:
Singles
- Men's and ladies’ singles
- Open sets play
- Open handicap
- Veterans sets play (over 70s)
- 100-up (new competition)
Doubles
- Men's and ladies’ doubles (3-bowl doubles)
- Mixed doubles (3-bowl doubles)
- Ladies drawn pairs
Entry Forms
These are available in the clubhouse, beside the blue box just outside the kitchen. Please take one and compete in your choice of competitions. Please consider the number of events you enter so that all events can be completed by the due dates. Games not played by the due date will be forfeited.
Rules
All rules and conditions of play are posted on the notice board in the clubhouse.
Entry Fee
This is $5 per person per event. Once your entry form is complete, place your form, together with the entry fee, in a sealed envelope, and place it in the blue box. You can also hand it in person to Kim Draper. Cash only, and an exact amount of money will be appreciated. All entries must be completed by the 10th October 2025.
- Kim Draper 0457 274 923
Season Opening Dinner (Sept 19)
Come and join us for a great evening on Friday, September 19th at 6pm. Chicken, lamb and vegan yiros available and yummy desserts. Adults $25 per head and payment is required to reserve seats by direct transfer to:
- Name: KGBTC Bowls Account
- BSB: 105 141
- ACC: 0387 22540
- Payment Reference: "Your Name" + Dinner.
Please note that a booking sheet will be available at the club later this week.
Friday Night Happy Hour and Dinner (From Sept 5)
Join us every Friday for Happy Hour from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm, followed by Dinner served from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Enjoy a relaxing evening of delicious food, friendly faces, and a welcoming club atmosphere.
This week we start having our regular Friday night dinners. The meals are Bistro Style with food being served between 6pm and 8pm. Please put your name on the list by Wednesday if you are ordering a meal or let Pip Malone know, and she will add your name to the list.
Pip's phone number is 0409 955 501. Although bookings are preferred, walk-ins can be accommodated and take-away meals are also available. As it is the first Friday of the month, we will also be conducting the Members Draw with a jackpot of $200. Please also bring a bit of cash for the raffle.
- Visit our Fun Feast Fridays at Kensi Club page for more information.
Happy Hour
Happy Hour is on at the club again this Friday at 5.30pm.
- Visit our Kensi Friday Happy Hour page for more information.
Social Media
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to keep up with all the latest news and updates. We also love seeing your photos of club activities and events, so feel free to share them with us!
Sponsors
When visiting any of our club sponsors, kindly mention that you are from the Kensington Marryatville Bowling Club. This simple gesture lets them know their sponsorship is appreciated and valuable. Our sponsors are crucial to the future of our club, so please show your support whenever possible.
If you have suggestions for potential new sponsors, feel free to approach any committee member. Your ideas can make a big difference!
Lawn Bowls Newsletter 01/09/2025