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Another Nail-biting Finish!
Another fantastic game took place this afternoon (the Seniors' Singles final) when Pauline and Dave battled it out in a very close game. Pauline was 20 - 19 ahead then Dave scored 2 shots to win. Well done to both of you.
9th September
What a Game!
The random pairs final was a wonderful game with excellent bowling from all four players. It was 14 - 14 going into the last end where Robin and Shaun scored one to win the championship. Well done gents!
8th September
Edith Stone Champion of Champions
The Yorkshire Ladies' Champion of Champions finals day took place at Northallerton with Sally playing Cressida Fordy of Northallerton in the semi-final. Unfortunately, Sally lost and Cressida went through to become champion. Very well done, Sally. Also, thank you to Shaun for his support.
7th September
Bowls/Croquet Afternoon
Do you know the difference between your jacks, woods and balls? Members of the bowling and croquet clubs certainly do after a very enjoyable and fun afternoon trying each other's sports. Tea and cakes were available afterwards. Thanks to Carol Pawson and Pam Richardson for organising the event.
6th September
Yorkshire Friendly
Four of our ladies played for Yorkshire in a friendly game against York Ladies Evening League (who are celebrating their 60th anniversary) at York Railway Institute. The green was busy with all six rinks being used and Yorkshire came out winners.
2nd September
Pauline Beecroft, Angie Archbold, Sally Scott & Sandra Roberts
Yorkshire Ladies Lose
Yorkshire Ladies (including Pauline and reserve Sally) played in the semi-finals of the Johns Trophy at the Aviva National Finals in Leamington where they met Devon. Unfortunately, Devon proved too strong for our ladies and won by 132 - 93. Devon then went on to beat Northamptonshire in the final by 111 - 65 to become champions.
30th August
The Last Bateson Game of the Season
The game was played at Masham with Bishop Monkton winning 6 points to 1 - a great way to end the season!
29th August
Tina Basterrechea
Carol Pawson
Mark Summerscales
Alan Paskin
Handicap Singles' Champion
Congratulations to Sally who has won her second title. This time, she beat Angie in the Handicap Singles.
28th August
From left to right: Carol Pawson (Chair), Sally (winner), Angie (runner-up)
League Champions
Congratulations to Bishop Monkton Bridges for winning the Harrogate Ladies' League and Bishop Monkton Becks as runners-up. Bridges became winners with a game to spare.
27th August
Gent's Singles
Another Archbold champion! This time it was John's turn to win when he played Dave.
26th August
Open Singles' Champion
Very well done to Sally for winning the Open Singles' competition against Ken.
26th August
Ladies' Champion
Congratulations to Angie who beat Carol 21 - 17 to become Ladies Singles' Champion.
24th August
It's a draw!
For the first time ever, the Ladies v Gents ended with a draw. It was two rinks each and 69 points each! Carol Pawson and Pete Basterrechea, captains for the day, shared the winning shield. Thanks to everyone who donated towards the afternoon tea.
23rd August
Friendly v Helmsley
The annual friendly game against Helmsley took place on 10th August with Helmsley visiting our club. On a hot and dry day, the green was difficult to master early on but players began to get its measure as the game progressed.
10th August
Johns Trophy
Having progressed to the last eight, Yorkshire ladies (which included Pauline and Sally) travelled to Langwith Junction Bowling Club in Nottinghamshire to play Leicestershire. Being 10 shots down after 5 ends, they then fought back to win meaning they will now play against Devon in the semi-final at the National Championships in Leamington on 30th August. Well done ladies.
9th August
Wood's Trophy
Eleven ladies competed for the Wood's Trophy with Mary winning on a score of +8. She was presented with the trophy by Christine and this was followed by tea and cake.
7th August
WI Visit
The last meeting of the WI was held at our club where the ladies had a go at bowling. A fun time was had by everyone so thanks to Carol and Sue for organising the event.
6th August
Inter-County Singles
This singles game was played between Amy from Lincolnshire (wearing blue and yellow) and Vicky from Cumbria. Amy won and will now compete in the national finals at Leamington.
3rd August
Eddie Bowes Competition
Players competed in the annual Eddie Bowes competition which was followed by a BBQ. The winning team, of Alan Paskin, Graham Barratt and Pete Basterrechea, was presented with the trophy by Angie on behalf on her mum, Florence Bowes.
2nd August
Jacks all ready for the off!
Champion of Champions
Sally represented our club in the Edith Stone Champion of Champions competition at West Bank Park in York with an excellent display of bowling. This competition is between the previous year's "Ladies' Champion" from clubs in Yorkshire. She has progressed to the semi-finals which will take place at Northallerton on 7th September with the final being played that afternoon.
2nd August
Friendly against Richmond
Bishop Monkton won their friendly game against Richmond on a lovely green with friendly people and a view of the castle.
27th July
County Over 55s Pairs
As reported a couple of days ago, Pauline and Su got through to the final of the over 55s pairs which they were due to play at Thirsk during the Ladies' County Finals Day. Unfortunately, just before the final, Su injured her leg, ended up on crutches and had to withdraw. Thankfully, Tina stepped in so that the game could be played rather than forfeited but they lost to a Northallerton duo.
26th July
Half-time Brew
The over 75s half-time brew! What a wonderful afternoon watching these two gentlemen play.
Angie
24th July
Brian Gordon & John Kerr
Good Luck
Congratulations to Pauline and Su who have won through to the final of the county 'Over 55 Pairs' competition. They play the final against a team from Northallerton on Saturday 26th July at Thirsk as part of the County Final's Weekend.
24th July
Ann Wilkinson Competition
Our ladies played at home against one of the Thirsk teams in the second round which turned out to be a close and friendly game in variable weather conditions! Unfortunately, we drew one rink and lost the other therefore losing the overall match by 5 shots.
22nd July
Strawberry Cream Tea
Despite the heat, this wonderful event was supported by the village alongside club members. Sue and Carol had worked extremely hard to produce such an array of food with Barbara B helping out in the kitchen. Thanks must also go to Steve and Christine G for setting up the hall and Sheila, Mark and Graham for helping to clear away after a very successful afternoon.
12th July
First Senior's Singles Game
In blistering heat, Dave and Ken decided to play first to 15 rather than first to 21. Ken even bowled shading himself with an umbrella - not a bad idea!
12th July
Pesky Pigeons!
A big thank you to Bill, those pesky pigeons won't get into the kitchen to build their nest anymore. Well done Bill.
Carol
11th July
County Pairs Semi-final
Four teams, including Sally and Brenda, travelled to West Bank Park in York for their semi-final games of the county pairs competition. All the players found the green very difficult with both games being close and, unfortunately, Sally and Brenda lost to a pair from North Duffield.
10th July
County Pairs
If you were unable to get down to the green this afternoon to watch the county pairs competition, you missed an exhibition of bowling of the highest standard from four of our county players. It was a very exciting game in which Sally and Brenda came out winners against Su and Pauline. Well done to all four ladies!
7th July
Seniors' Competition
As previously agreed, Danny is co-coordinating this competition. Please see information relating to this event and respond directly to Danny.
Eligibility: Aged 75 before end of August '25.
Participation: Names to Danny by July 10th via dankat@live.co.uk
Already confirmed are:
Pauline Beecroft, Derek Massingham, Di Massingham, Barbara Wheater, Christine Wood and Danny O 'Connell.
Format: The usual '21-up' for singles but '18-up' also acceptable if agreed by participants on the day (heat etc).
Markers: Danny would welcome volunteers from the younger, more agile members to compile a small list of markers. Again, names to him by 10th July. List will be circulated to participants.
Matches: 'First named' on schedule to agree date/time with opponent and sort a marker.
29th June
Nothing to beat, then?
An interesting social bowling session was had by everyone tonight! Due to the lack of rain, the green is bowling extremely quickly and wide and getting close to the jack was a challenge. Thirteen bowls on the green and only one anywhere near and that wasn't very near. Spot the jack in the photo!
16th June
Annual game against the Yorkshire Patrons
On a perfect afternoon for bowling, the Yorkshire Patrons visited the club for the annual game against our club. Unfortunately, Bishop Monkton was unable to raise the required number of players so players from other clubs, including Boroughbridge and Burton Leonard, stepped in to help - many thanks to them. After the introductions, welcome and team announcements, all six rinks were in use and it was lovely to see a full green. The game finished with a win for us 105 shots to 101. There are too many people to thank individually for all the work put in to organise the day - getting players, ordering, buying and preparing food, selling raffle tickets, setting up the green etc - a big thank you to you all!
15th June
Carol Pawson
BMBC Chairperson
Stuart Clark
Patron's Secretary
County Triples
Congratulations to our ladies' triples team who came out winners against Shipton in a very close and exciting game. It was 17 - 16 going into the final end then they scored one so claimed victory 18 - 16!
12th June
County game played at the club
The club hosted a Yorkshire Ladies game with the Stella Logan team playing against Northumberland. Four of our club's six county players were involved today (Emma isn't playing at the moment due to illness and Pauline plays for the Northern Trophy team). Thank you to all those who came to support us, Sue Edmond for all her hard work serving refreshments and Angie and Emma for setting up the rinks. Unfortunately, Yorkshire lost the game but did manage to win one rink and draw another.
6th June
Our ladies
Introductions, thanks and welcome
Game in progress
Friendly Team in Action
The friendly game v Dishforth took place on a sunny but chilly evening. Unfortunately, our team lost the game despite winning two rinks (their first loss of the season).
3rd June
Thank you ladies!
A big thank you to Carol and Angie for tackling the weeds around the green. This was Carol's second session having spent some time last night making a start. There is still some work to be done before Friday when the club is hosting a Yorkshire Ladies Stella Logan game so please consider giving a few minutes of your time. Even if, when you go for a social bowling session, you just pull up a handful of weeds before you start it would be very helpful.
3rd June
Chairperson's Challenge
Congratulations to Shaun Slator and Barbara Bolton who won the Chairperson's Challenge competition. They were presented their trophies by Chair Carol Pawson.
31st May
First Home Friendly of the Season
The first home friendly of the season , against West Tanfield, was played on a beautiful, sunny evening and ended with a win for Bishop Monkton. Well done everyone!
15th May
First Social Bowling Session of the Season
Fourteen players and one spectator turned up for the first social bowling session this year. A bit chillier than recently but still sunny and good conditions for bowling.
13th April
Coffee Morning
There was an excellent turnout for the coffee morning both from the club and the village and, as it was held in the Methodist Church, passers-by popped in too. The entry fee gave you a cuppa and a piece of home-made cake. Both an excellent raffle and a table laden with cakes for sale proved very popular. Thank you to everyone for your support.
12th April
Bowling Green Opening
Great news! The green is opening for the season from tomorrow (Saturday 12th) at 2pm. It is proposed to have the first social bowling session of the season at 2pm Sunday but anyone can have a practice tomorrow.
11th April
PLEASE NOTE that the coffee morning is being held in the Methodist Chapel as the village hall is in use by the BBC.
8th April
Games Night
A big thank you to everyone who made the games night such a success - organisers, people who helped on the night and those who came along on the evening to join in the fun. A fantastic £1,000 was raised for the club.
4th April
Gardening Party
Thanks to everyone who turned up to help at the pre-season tidy up at the green. Thanks also to Mark Summerscales and Ann and Alan Paskin who went separately at a different time. The group made a large inroad into the tidy up but there is still more to do. The weather forecast this week is good therefore we are requesting that anyone who has a spare hour should pop up to the green and continue the work.
17th March
County Teams
Congratulations to the five ladies from the club who have been selected for Yorkshire squads:
Northern Trophy - Pauline Beecroft
Stella Logan - Brenda Benson, Sally Scott, Su Armstrong and Sandra Roberts
5th March
Gardening Work Party
There will be a gardening working party on Friday 14th March at 9.30am. The more people who turn up, the quicker the job will be done. Please bring any tools you may have - hedge trimmers, secateurs etc.
27th February
Dress Code
For those of you who were not at the AGM and may not have read the small print at the bottom of your Competition Entry Form, it was agreed that the club would move towards navy blue trousers/shorts/skirts as our club colours. Grey will remain acceptable for the moment.
23rd February
First Mow
Thanks to Rex Whistler and Robin Filippi, the green has had its first mow of the year. Looking good!
3rd February
Monday Club Night
Due to the low number of people taking part in Monday Club Night and many members saying that 5 - 7pm was a difficult time, it has been decided that it will revert to its original time of 6 - 8pm. It will now be an open roll-up night when people who are interested in joining the club can come along and have a go. The Walkabout trophy will no longer be played for.
29th January
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