Xmas Singles Winner 2014 Barry Sangster and Runner Up Jim Beagrie
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Xmas Singles 2014The Xmas singles was played off traditionally over the festive period. Barry Sangster and Jim Beagrie made it past Jim Whyte and Bill Sangster respectively, with Barry overcoming Jim in the final to become this years champion.
Elvis Tribute NightThe club recently held an Elvis Tribute night which was well attended. This was equally as successful as the recent Speakers Lunch and brought in some welcome funds for the club's bank balance. For a selection of photos from the fun evening, visit the
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Grampian Ladies Singles Speakers Lunch 2014
Congratulations to Carla Banks who was recently crowned Grampian Ladies Singles Champion 2014. The finals were held at Mintlaw Bowling Club where Carla had a fine 21-9 victory over Turriff's Ann Mollison. She was presented with The President's Cup by Bowls Scotland Ladies President Mary Fotheringham, who was also accompanied by the Director of Competitions and Events Anna Marshall. For more photos from finals day, see the Grampian Ladies page.
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 Kenny Gillies and Guests
On Sunday 5th October, Inverurie Bowling Club hosted its inaugural Speaker's Lunch. More than 120 members and friends were treated to a fine 2 course meal provided by Harry Fraser Catering before being entertained by guest speakers John Rowbotham and John Gahagan. For more photos capturing the days events, see the Social Events tab.
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Benachie Finals Grampian Juniors Pairs
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This seasons Benachie Bowling Association finals were held on 17th August at Newhills Bowling Club. Inverurie were represented in three events - unfortunately Jim and Irene Whyte lost out to Sally Lonsdale and James Harper of Rothienorman, and Colin Banks's triple of Gary Mcdonald and Jim Bruce lost out to Harlaw's Sandy Mcdonald. There was better news in the Junior Singles as Jason Banks won the competition for the third time against Jamie Hoper of Insch.
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Well Done to Inverurie Bowling Club's youngest member, Scott Thomson who became this years Grampian Juniors Pairs Champion, alongside Bonnymuir's Ronald McDougall. After going through the days qualifying undefeated on Scott's home green, they come up against Callum Work of Transport and Turriff's Lee Trotter in the final, eventually clinching victory 9-8 after an extra end.
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Inverurie Invitation Triples 2014 Bowls Scotland National Finals
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This years Invitation Triples qualifying rounds were held on 2nd and 3rd August. All entrants will be looking to get their hands on the J and I Whyte Trophy, as well as the bumper £450 first prize. All qualifiers will return for the knock out stages on 16th August, with play commencing at 10am. All results can be found in the Club Competitions section in the Invitation Competitions area.
This years winners were Ian Hyde's triple from Harlaw. All scores are now posted in the Competitions Section |
Well done to Jason Banks who has had two fine wins in the Junior Singles at the National Finals in Northfield, Ayr. After a comfortable 21-14 win in the first round, he had an equally emphatic 21-10 victory against the highly rated Ryan Burnett, brother of Commonwealth Gold Medallist, Darren, in round 2. The quarter finals take place on 9th August at 4.30pm. unfortunately, our senior ladies rinks fell at the first hurdle against Dunblane earlier in the week. unfortunately Jason lost out in the quarter finals 21-13 to Craig Burns of Hulford
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City of Aberdeen Bowling Tournament 2014 Winners
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Congratulations to Jason Banks and Carla Banks who were victorious in their respective singles events in the 2014 City of Aberdeen Bowling Tournament. Jason was last years beaten finalist in the Gents Singles, but went one better this year, edging former winner Graeme Benzie by the closest of margins, 21-20. Carla had a fine 21-17 victory over the highly rated James McDougal of Bonnymuir. Jason now goes on to the Bowls Scotland National Finals at Ayr, where he will compete in the Junior Singles. Carla will also be playing at the National Championships in the SYBA events. |
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Grampian Ladies
Congratulations to Rhona Jarvis who has been crowned Grampian Ladies Champion of Champions. Rhona had a comfortable 21-11 victory over Maureen Sinclair from Ellon.
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Benachie Knock OutsCongratulations to Jim and Irene Whyte who are through to the final of the Benachie Pairs. They had a fine win over Gordon Spence and Charlie Heron of Kintore and now face Sally Lonsdale and James Harper of Rothienorman in the Final. The triple of Gary Macdonald, Jim Bruce and Colin Banks are still to play their rain delayed semi final.
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Bowls Scotland Finals Ladies Invitation Triples
There was good news from the Bowls Scotland District Finals at Ellon Bowling Club. Jason Banks was crowned as district junior singles champion following an enthralling 21-20 victory over Craig Burnett of Westhill. All the final scores and winners can be found in the Bowls Scotland tab in the Associations section.
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The winners of this years Ladies Invitation Triples was the Inverurie triple of Irene Whyte, Wendy Dalgarno and Joyce Bruce. After four straight wins in the group sections, they went on to beat Jackie Fenty's Turriff trio in the semi final. They made a slow start in the final against Anne Gauld's Balgownie team, but came back from 4-0 down to clinch the shield 7-4. SCORES.
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A and K Fours League Play Offs
This seasons A and K Fours league champions are Tarves, beating Harlaw by 9 shots in the final at Rothienorman. Inverurie came fourth, losing out to Kincardine O' Neil in the 3rd/4th play off 40-26.
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Bowls ScotlandWell done to Jason Banks - not only has he made it through to the district 3 junior singles final, but has also been selected to represent Scotland at Junior level for the second time. Unfortunately, the other Gents were both eliminated at the semi final stage, Colin Banks losing out 20-21 to Doug Fraser of Kintore in the singles and Jim Bruce's triple lost out 15-9 to Peter Davidson, also of Kintore. The finals will take place at Ellon Bowling Club on 19th June at 7.00pm.
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Bowls Scotland District Championships
 Ladies Senior Fours District Winners 2014
Congratulations to our Ladies Senior Fours team skipped by Joyce Bruce who have booked their place in this years National Finals at Ayr. Playing along with Irene Whyte, Babs Jaffrey and Wendy Dalgarno, Joyce managed to draw the shot with her last bowl when the game was against them. That closed off a fine 14-11 victory against the ladies from Dyce. Unfortunately, Maureen Sinclair of Ellon was too strong for Rhona Jarvis in the final of the senior singles. The Gents played their quarter final ties this week, and there was mixed fortunes for Jim Bruce who was left in two competitions. Ian Fraser of Pitmedden got the better of him in the senior singles but his triple had a fine win against Phil Moir of Belhelvie to progress to the semi finals. Colin Banks and Jason Banks both had wins in the singles and junior singles but sadly the pairs were edged out. All our Gents left in are playing their semi finals at Pitmedden Bowling Club on Thursday 12th June at 7.00pm
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A and K Fours league
The A and K Fours league qualifying stages were completed this weekend. Although Inverurie were not in action, they had still amassed enough points to finish second in their section. They now go on to play Kincardine O' Neil at Rothienorman Bowling Club on Friday 13th June for the 3rd/4th place play off. The play off for the winners is between Harlaw and Tarves
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Boyd Mixed Fours Winners 2014 - KINTORE
This years Boyd Invitation Mixed Fours was played mainly in glorious sunny conditions, only disupted by a couple of short passing thundery showers. The winners were Kintore, fending of a strong Harlaw team in the final. All the scores can be found in the competitions tab.
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Gents District ChampionshipsIt was a successful day for the Gents in the latest rounds of the district championships. In the afternoons matches, both Jim Bruce in the Senior Singles and Bill Dalgarno's senior fours team progressed to the next round. Jim Bruce was back in action in the triples at night and had another fine 19-6 win along side John Bruce and Gary Macdonald. Both Jason and Colin Banks progressed in the Junior Singles and Singles 21-17 and 21-12 respectively, and the pairs duo of Gary Cruickshank and Steve Wilson triumphed 20-11 against old team mate Andrew Thomson of Westhill. The only bad news was the defeat for Norman Burnetts Fours team, 21-10 against Westhill.
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Ladies District Championships
The opening stages of the Ladies District Championships were played at various venues this weekend. Unfortunately, our ladies all lost out at the first stage. This leaves the senior singles and senior fours left in the competition - these matches take place on Thursday 29th May.
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Coffee MorningOnce again folks, we had a very successful coffee morning, due to the efforts of all who helped, contributed and attended. We raised the princely sum of around £600. Many thanks to all, whether it is a contribution of a pint of milk, a jar of broth (which I enjoyed for lunch), a batch of home bakes, a bottle of whisky or flavoured water - every donation is much appreciated. As is the attendance of club members, family and friends, many thanks to all who attended and put their hands in their pockets. We as a committee appreciate all the help and support offered. Kenny Gillies.
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Latest NewsThis years Bowls Scotland District championships got under way this week, with the pairs of Gary Cruickshank and Steve Wilson opening up with a win against Newhills. Unfortunately, Norman Hepburn's senior fours team fell at the first hurdle. The other senior fours match is rearranged for Monday 26th following Thursdays down pour. The Benachie League team has made a decent start, with two wins from three, and only narrowly losing out to Harlaw by 2 shots. The Grampian Ladies team are sitting in second position in their section. Both Ladies and Gents teams have made it through the first round of the Forbes Hendry, with the Gents playing their second round match against Rothienorman on Sunday 25th at 6.30pm.
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A and K Fours LeagueThe Fours teams picked up another 5 points last night, with both rinks picking up wins against Banchory. Its a 100% record for this years new Match Secretary, Malcolm Mackie! On to next week now for a crunch match against fellow table toppers Bervie.
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A and K Fours LeagueThe first competitive action got under way on Friday 25th April in the A and K Fours League. Our team got off to a great start against Balgownie, picking up all 5 points. Both the home and away teams had fine wins, next week Inverurie faces Banchory.
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World Cup Footie Fundraiser
For details on Inverurie Bowling Club's World Cup Footie Fundraiser, click on the link. There's a bumper prize of £75 on offer to the highest scoring entry so get your form and thinking cap on before the big kick off on 12th June.
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Green Opened!
The Green was formally opened today in beautiful Spring Sunshine by President Kenny Gillies and Nan Singer. For a full rundown of the days events, go to the Photo Gallery Section.
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Two Rink League Cup FinalIt was a close run thing in the two rink league cup final, which was played at the Garioch Indoor B.C on Sunday 6th April. The trio of Sheila Wood, Bill Cassie and Jason Banks (skip) lost by one shot (10-11), but the triple of Jim Duncan, Andy Wood and Gary Macdonald (skip) triumphed 16-14 to give Inverurie the cup by a narrow one shot margin. The opposing triple from Insch needed two shots to tie the score overall. Their skip George Duguid came up short and could only secure a single shot so fortunately for Gary Macdonald and everyone else's nerves, he did not need to play his last bowl and Inverurie claimed the trophy.
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Opening of the Green 2014 President Kenny Gillies
President Kenny Gillies would like to remind all our members that they are invited to this years Opening of the Green on Sunday 20th April at 2.30pm. To read his message for the coming season, click here |
Indoor Bowling SeasonThe indoor bowling season is all but over, with the opening of the green just around the corner at 2.30pm on Sunday 20th April. All the indoor scores and leagues can be found in the Club Competitions section - below are this years winners.
Nominated Pairs Bill Sangster and Barry Sangster Wednesday Triples Bill Dalgarno, Nan Singer, Ivy Ross and Willie Gerrie 2-4-2 Pairs Jim Beagrie and Bill Sangster Nominated Mixed Triples Jim Beagrie, Olive McGillivray, John Beverley and Zena Beverley |
Indoor Open Triples
Indoor Triples Winners 2014 - Daviot - Ally Shearer, Ricky Ingram and Alan Ingram
The finals of the Open Triples were played on Friday 4th of April. A total of 64 teams entered, with Birkenhills, Daviot, Tyrie and Cookney making it through to the semi final stage. It was the triples of Daviot and Tyrie who battled out the final, with Ricky Ingram's Daviot team clinching the title by scoring one shot in the final end to win 9-8
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New Committee Formed 2014-15 President Kenny Gillies
I'm delighted to announce that at a special meeting on 9th March 2014, as a continuation of the clubs AGM, a full council of management of office bearers and ordinary members was filled. Congratulations to Kenny Gillies who has been elected as President in what will be his first stint in the role. A full list of the council of management can be found in the Home tab.
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Two Rink LeagueInverurie Bowling Club recently triumphed over Newhills in the Garioch Indoor Two Rink League Cup Semi Final. The team are through to the final against Insch which takes place on 6th April. The trio of Jim Duncan, Andy Wood and Gary Macdonald (skip) lost narrowly 12-11, not getting another shot after striding into a 0-11 lead. However, the other trio of Bill Cassie, Kenny Gillies and Jason Banks (skip) had a fine 21-6 win and that enabled us to slip through to the final on overall shots. Good luck to the team in the final.
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National Trial for Carla
Congratulations to Carla Banks who has been invited to attend a trial for the Junior Ladies National Team. The trial takes place on the 18th May at Maitland Bowling Club in Edinburgh - best of luck to Carla, here's hoping she wins her first cap.
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Bowls Scotland Update
Bowls Scotland have advised that Michael Mennie of Pitmedden Bowling Club has been successfully elected as Gents District 3 Secretary. Inverurie Bowling Club wishes Michael well in this important role, with his vast experience and knowledge of the local bowling scene, I'm sure he will be very successful. Kathleen Gordon of Ellon Bowling Club will continue as the Ladies Secretary.
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Ongoing Club Refurbishment
The finishing touches to the green refurbishment was recently completed with the official presentation of two benches from Bancon Homes. The attached photo shows Sales Manager Shona Davidson presenting the benches to President Jim Whyte. Members can look forward to using the benches this year, along with bowling on the refurbished green which has had the ditches raised. The indoor refurbishment is ongoing and a special thank you must go to Jim Whyte and his helpers for the toilet renovations - they are looking superb with the new wall panels and lockers installed.
Xmas Singles and Raffle Draw
Congratulations to Jim Whyte who was crowned Xmas singles champion 2013 after defeating Fobie Mackie in the final. The Christmas raffle draw was also held on finals night, with the 1st Prize going to Mrs Cruden of 9 Benachie Avenue, Inverurie.