29/09/2026
This Week on the Green – Club News and Activities
Marine Gardens Bowling Club Weekly Report
Week Ending Sunday, 27th September 2026.
“Why stop now?” was the cry echoing around Marine Gardens as our bowlers closed the season in style, winning three of the final four matches — including two long-awaited victories in the Stracey Shield, the first of the season.
Brodie League – Maltravers (Away)
The week began on the beautifully prepared green at Maltravers, where the home side secured a 3–1 win with an aggregate score of 76–62. The margin would have been greater had it not been for an outstanding performance from Perry Cairns and Tim Baldwin, who produced a superb 25–7 victory in the pairs.
Stracey Shield – Goring Manor (Home)
Marine Gardens then celebrated their first Stracey Shield win of the season, defeating Goring Manor 3–1 with an aggregate score of 71–56. Top Rink honours went to David Smith, Peter Guy, Jenny Ashman, and Perry Cairns, who delivered a confident 23–12 win.
Stracey Shield – Tarring Priory (Home)
Tarring Priory arrived needing six points to clinch the Stracey Shield title — but left with only one. Marine Gardens produced one of their strongest displays of the year, winning 3 and drawing 1, with a commanding 77–57 aggregate score. Top Rink honours were earned by Clive Wootton, Les Gritton, Bob Cole, and Perry Cairns, whose well-managed 21–11 victory capped a memorable afternoon.
Brodie League – Shoreham (Away)
The final league match of the season was a tight Brodie encounter at Shoreham. The rinks were shared 2–2, but Marine Gardens edged ahead with a 56–52 shot advantage to secure 6 of the 10 available points. The last Top Rink honours of the season went once again to the pairs team of Perry Cairns and Tim Baldwin, who posted a solid 17–10 win.
A special mention must go to Perry Cairns, who featured in all four Top Rink honours this week. What a per(ry)formance to finish the season.
End of Season Roll Up
The End of Season Roll Up was blessed with warm sunshine and an excellent turnout. Thank you to everyone who contributed to a thoroughly enjoyable and successful season.
Roll on next April.
Alan Paterson, Press Officer
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