Celebrations put on ice after defeat

BOWLS: TONGE will have to wait a little longer before retaining their Manchester Premier League title following a shock reverse against South Manchester RBL.

Tonge had only two winners at the away venue, Jimmy Derby winning 21-15 and Andrew Cairns 21-11, in a 194-143 (11-3) defeat.

Tonge are 16.5 points clear of St Joseph’s (Chorley) with two fixtures remaining and next Wednesday they could clinch the title with a resounding victory over Tottington at home.


THERE is lots of local interest in the finals of the Delph Open on Sunday (2pm).



PLAY continues in the Inbev Winter League at Chadderton Cot this weekend.



CHADDERTON’S Jonathan Copeland won the inaugural Elton Liberal Club Open in Bury and entries are already being taken for next year’s competition.

Heats will be held on Fridays June 29, July 6, July 13 and 20 (6.30pm), with the finals on Sunday, July 29 (1pm). To enter, ring John Birtwistle on 01204 884884 or 0776 2941341. Bookings must be confirmed by receipt of payment within 14 days.



OLDHAM Women’s League delegates’ meeting will be held at Hollinwood Cricket Club next Thursday (7.45pm) when presentation night tickets will be on sale and trophies must be returned in a clean condition. Hollinwood require more players for next season and anyone interested in playing for them on Tuesday nights should contact Mrs C Griffiths on (0161) 624 5915.