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📣 Podcast Update 📣

Hey everyone,

After a lot of thought and reflection, I’ve made the decision to pause all of our podcast productions effective immediately.

This hasn’t been an easy call — the journey has been incredible, and I’m so grateful for everyone who’s listened, shared, and supported the shows along the way. From the guests who gave their time to the loyal listeners who tuned in week after week — thank you. 🙏

Each episode has been a passion project built on a love of sport, community, and great conversation. While this chapter is coming to a close (for now), I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve created and the stories we’ve shared.

Who knows — this might just be a “see you later” rather than a goodbye. 👋
Thanks again for being part of the journey.

— Pete

⚡ Modbury Bowling Club – Season 25/26 Preview ⚡

Modbury enters the new season with strong momentum after an impressive 24/25 campaign. Both the Premier League and Division 1 teams competed strongly, while the third side won the Division 3 Grand Final, securing promotion to Division 2. Off the green, the club continues to build a culture of depth, development, and unity across all levels.

🔄 Squad news:
Outs: Vicki Arbon, Samantha Hislop
Ins: Chris Flavel, Rob Flavel, Kym Schumacher, Mathew Short, Ken Wilcox

💪 Season outlook:
Premier League: Focused on consistency and pushing deep into finals, with a strong balance of seasoned performers and emerging talent.
Division 1: Determined to improve on last season and build towards finals contention.

Division 2: Entering its first year after promotion, aiming to consolidate and be competitive straight away.

All teams have been preparing hard, sharpening strategies and reinforcing the team-first culture Modbury is known for. With a mix of experience, youthful energy, and a genuine hunger for success, the Thunder are ready to make their mark in 25/26.

⚡ Growth. Resilience. Unity. This season will showcase everything that defines Modbury Bowling Club.

⚡ Modbury Bowling Club – Season 25/26 Preview ⚡

The ever reliable Jose Gil was kind enough to rally the troops for this years pre-season preview

Modbury enters the new season with strong momentum after an impressive 24/25 campaign. Both the Premier League and Division 1 teams competed strongly, while the third side won the Division 3 Grand Final, securing promotion to Division 2. Off the green, the club continues to build a culture of depth, development, and unity across all levels.

🔄 Squad news:
Outs: Vicki Arbon, Samantha Hislop
Ins: Chris Flavel, Rob Flavel, Kym Schumacher, Mathew Short, Ken Wilcox

💪 Season outlook:
Premier League: Focused on consistency and pushing deep into finals, with a strong balance of seasoned performers and emerging talent.
Division 1: Determined to improve on last season and build towards finals contention.

Division 2: Entering its first year after promotion, aiming to consolidate and be competitive straight away.

All teams have been preparing hard, sharpening strategies and reinforcing the team-first culture Modbury is known for. With a mix of experience, youthful energy, and a genuine hunger for success, the Thunder are ready to make their mark in 25/26.

⚡ Growth. Resilience. Unity. This season will showcase everything that defines Modbury Bowling Club.

🌊 Holdfast Bay Bowling Club – Season 25/26 Preview 🌊

Club Champion and the Oyster King of South Australia Damon Edmonds was kind enough to spare a little bit of time to provide a pre-season update on what's happening at Holdfast in 2025/25.

The 24/25 season was always going to be tough for Holdfast Bay, with several players moving on — some chasing new opportunities, some returning to their hometown clubs, and even a few following romance. This meant elevating six bowlers from our Division 4 side into Premier competition.

While results didn’t fall our way and we fell just short of avoiding relegation, the season gave valuable opportunities for our Premier players to step up, for Division 4 bowlers to taste top-level competition, and for Holdfast to showcase its trademark hospitality to visiting friends from interstate.

🔄 Squad news:
Many of last year’s remaining Premier-level players have since moved on
Our Division 4 core group will now carry the responsibility in a strong division

💪 Season outlook:
It’s another big challenge this year, but one the group is determined to meet head-on. With grit, resilience, and a never-give-up approach, the squad has committed to fighting hard to stay out of the bottom two and to continue representing Holdfast Bay with pride. Expect tactical nous, plenty of fight, and that classic Holdfast spirit.

🔮 Predictions:
Premier League: Adelaide to go back-to-back, with Somerton edging out Ascot Park. Grange and Port Noarlunga to round out the top four.

Division 1: Millswood to lead the way, with Henley and Edwardstown strong contenders, and Somerton to complete the four.

The 25/26 season promises to be one of challenge, opportunity, and fight – and Holdfast Bay is ready to take it on. 💙🤍

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🏆 Edwardstown Bowling Club – Season 25/26 Preview 🏆

After a successful Master Builders victory in Perth, Club man TJ saunders provided us with the perfect insight into how Edwardstown will be aiming for higher honours this season

After a satisfying 24/25 season, where we built on our promotion and escaped the cauldron of Division 3 South, Edwardstown proved we could compete strongly at Division 2 level. That tough journey made us harder, tighter as a group, and ready for the challenges ahead.

🔄 List changes for 25/26:
Outs: Steve Holman (travelling overseas)
Ins: Tony Northcott, Michael Collins, Ray Bryant, Jessie Bryant, Li Deed
Resting list: John Nicolai, Gary Clayton

With new recruits adding depth and experience, and our playing group consolidating well, we’re confident of keeping momentum at the front end of the season.

👀 Predictions:
Premier 1: Adelaide looks a real challenge after strong recruiting, while Pt Noarlunga could be a surprise packet. The Sunday Mail on October 12 will confirm all the rumours.

Division 1: Shaping up as a wide-open battle between some very strong sides — too tough to call just yet.

Edwardstown enters the new season with confidence, determination, and belief in our group. We’re ready to step up again in 25/26! 💛🖤

💛🖤 Hawthorn Bowling Club – Season 25/26 Preview 💛🖤

After a bit of an off season breather we finally caught up with club favourite Lochie Bowman about whats been happening at the Hawks in the last few months ....

Hawthorn comes into the new season after a strong 24/25 campaign, highlighted by a narrow 6-shot semi-final loss in Premier League and the Wednesday team finishing runners-up in the Grand Final.

🔄 Squad news:
Outs: Billy Benic, Brenton Roberts, Matt & Tony Northcott, Alex Comey, Brett Wilcox, Darren Niblet, Lawrie Ghergetta
Ins: Josh McDonnell, Greg Hayles

The club will again rely on experienced and committed names including Doug Richards, Ron Zanker, Grant Fisher, Tristan Baldey, Adam Strudwick, Sue & Geoff Coultas, Paul Corrick, John Shaw, Dennis Crawley, Steve Maloney, and Grant Siegertsz.

💪 Season outlook:
With Division 1 promoted last season, opportunities are wide open for emerging players to step into bigger roles. While the challenge is significant after the loss of key players, the squad is determined to remain competitive and continue to build on the tight camaraderie that defines Hawthorn Bowls.

The 25/26 season will be about development, resilience, and team spirit as Hawthorn looks to keep pushing forward.

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🌪️ Marion Bowling Club – Season 25/26 Preview 🌪️

We Caught up with Club Captain Ashlee Klose about the season ahead

The Canes are coming off a stellar 24/25 season, claiming both the Division 1 Premiership and the Midweek Premier League title – an achievement the club is immensely proud of. Last year we set out to win the flag, not just gain promotion, and to deliver on that goal was incredibly satisfying.

🔥 Squad news:
No major outs from last season
In: State Squad member Josh Porker, adding strength and experience to the back end

💪 Season outlook:
The goal hasn’t changed – we want another flag. While many will view us as underdogs, we’ll embrace that tag and do everything possible to compete at the top. There’s no shortage of strong opposition though, with Adelaide, Ascot Park, and Somerton expected to be among the toughest challengers.

🔮 Predictions:
Premier League: Adelaide will be hard to beat, with Ascot and Somerton also right in the mix.
Division 1: Millswood looks like the early favourites, a talented group that plenty of people admire and support.

With confidence, hunger, and the addition of top-level talent, Marion is ready to storm into 25/26 with intent. 🌪️💚💛