Burscough & Lathom Mens Bowling League

President's Day Results 2009

held at London Hotel BC on Saturday 1st August

Last 8

Semi-Finals

Final

Adrian Ditchfield (Croston Black Horse), & a guest of the President, won his second President's Day title in four years by beating Tommy Draper (Promenade) 21-12 in a one-sided final. He totally dominated the final with some excellant lead bowling & took a 10-1 early advantage after only 7 ends, which he extended to 18-9 after 17 ends & took the game & title 21-12 after 23 ends. Even though he won his early round matches convincingly 15-10 & 21-4, he was tested to the wire in his quarter-final game with Dave Pennington (Zetland) who at one stage led 18-14. But using his favourite mark along the edge of the green, Adrian made a great comeback to seal the victory 21-19 including playing four superb last ends, even though he sent the block off the green on the final end. After this tussle, Adrian beat George Bradley (Promenade) 21-10 in the semi-final. In the other half of the draw, Tommy Draper (Promenade) was playing consistently well & using his green knowledge to cruise to the semi-final with wins of 15-8, 21-11 & 21-11. In the semi-final, he just got the better of Kevin Leddy (Hesketh Arms) 21-15.

33 competitors took part in this excellent event hosted by the League President, Mr. Eddie Harding (London Hotel). They were rewarded with a thoroughly enjoyable day, which included a superb buffet. Play throughout the day was of the highest standard on the superb green.