On the 10th of September 2016, Geoff Porte beat Tom Pittuck in the finals held at Devizes, to become Bowls Wiltshire Champion of Champions.
On 19th of November, Geoff was honoured at the County Dinner in Melksham, where he received his impressive trophy from Bowls Wiltshire County President Mr Peter Sanders, ably supported by members of Swindon Bowls Club.
Well done Geoff, we are all so proud of your achievement.
Entry sheets for the 2017 Bowls Wiltshire Competitions are now on display in the men’s changing room.
Closing dates for entry is as follows:
2 Wood Singles, 4 Wood Singles, Pairs, Triples, Fours and Seniors Fours (over 55s) is 30th November 2016.
Unbadged Singles and Over 60s Triples is 31st December 2016.
All members are actively encouraged to represent our club and participate in these competitions.
A note for your diary.
Cards Evenings are now taking place on Thursday evenings and will run throughout the winter until the opening of the green in April 2020
Why not come along and enjoy a relaxed and pleasant evening of cards, join in the current games, or learn some new ones.
The evening runs from 7.00 pm to 9.00 pm and all members are welcome.
For more information please contact Bill Pearce on 01793 870175
Our very own Geoff Porte beat Tom Pittuck 21-14 to become the 2016 men’s Champion of Champions at the Bowls Wiltshire Finals in Devizes on Saturday 10th September.
It was a remarkable achievement and our sincere congratulations go to Geoff on his superb win.
Pictured below is Geoff receiving his trophy from Peter Sanders, Bowls Wiltshire County President
Geoff will be presented with his trophy at the County Dinner in Melksham on Saturday 19th November and it would be fantastic if as many members as possible are there to support him.
There is an attendance sheet on the noticeboard in the Club with the menu choice for the evening. The cost is £20 per head, starting at 7.00pm.
The deadline for collecting names for this event is 20th October and, depending on numbers wishing to attend, we may be able to get subsidised travelling expenses.
So anyone wishing to share the celebrations with Geoff, please add your name to the list as quickly as possible.
