Victory seals title for Tonge

BOWLS: TONGE retained their Greater Manchester Premier League title with a 12-4 (179-175) defeat of Pierpoints.

In driving rain and strong winds, the side had six winners against their hosts, from Warrington.

Tonge’s successful sextet on the final night of league action were Colin Lane

(21-20), Tommy Dobson (21-18), Matt Gillies (21-20), Darren Griffiths (21-12), Gary Ellis (21-10) and Dave Watters (21-11).

The club had another reason to celebrate, with Andy Cairns finishing top of the league averages for the first time.


THERE are still places available for the floodlit competition at Lees and Hey Conservative Club which has switched dates to avoid a clash with another event.
The qualifiers will now take place on Wednesday and Thursday, October 19 and 20 (6.30pm), with the finals on Sunday, October 23 (2pm).

A first prize of £200 is up for grabs, with the losing finalist receiving £100. The beaten semi-finalists get £50 and the four who exit in the quarters £25.

Entry fee is £10 each, with a maximum field of 32.

Cheques are payable to Lees and Hey Conservative Club, and should be sent to John Clarke at Lees and Hey Conservative Club, Warrington Street, Lees, Oldham, OL4 5AE.

For more details, call John Clarke on 07766 327259.