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League News 2007-2008
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SIMON YARHAM TAKES MENS HIGHEST SPARE BOWL OFF
Simon Yarham of Section E team Phoenix Knights has won the Mens Highest Spare Bowl off after a 14-player bowl off to determine the winner. In total 25 18-spares were recorded this season, the highest number for a long time, and 15-players entered the bowl off, including 3 representing teams from Section F (2 from the Italian Job and Boozers) as well as Section E (Tools and Press Gang), 3D's in Section D, Crickets from Section B, and an array from the top section. In the 5 allotted legs only two spares were recorded, Adrian Stockwell of the 3D's hitting a 13-spare; but with a 14-spare on the fourth leg it was Simon Yarham who took the victory and the trophy for season 2007-2008.
In other Competitions played this week, Nick Silvey of the 89ers defeated Dave Ireland of the Victorians to take the Mens Singles title, whilst Steve Little and Paul Newman took the Pairs title after victory over David Keogh and Steve Cratchley of Randwick CC; the latter defeating teammates Rob Styles and Brian Cratchley in the Semi Finals.
With the Cup Competitions drawing to a close the aces defeated Synwell A in the Mens Stroud News and Journal Cup Final, the fixture being brought forward due to Synwell's participation in the Front Pin Final. Unfortunately for Synwell it was two runners up trophies to add to their Section A title after they lost to the Hilliers in the Front Pin Cup Final. In the Ladies Sections after their disappointment at missing out on the Ladies section A title by 1-point the Runabouts took the Front Pin title defeating the Newpins in the final; whilst the Ladybirds are the Ladies Margaret Jennings Memorial Trophy Winners, they defeated the Diamonds in the final, the latter however enjoying some success this season having taken the Section B title.
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END OF SEASON COMPETITIONS COMMENCE
The Stroud and District Skittle League End of Season Competitions commenced this week and have already seen some interesting results.
Monday (21st) April saw the Mens and Ladies Front Pin semi Finals, and the Hilliers will meet Synwell A in the final after both teams recorded victories over the Old Manorians and Frampton CC respectively, whilst in the Ladies competition the Runabouts will take on the Newpins after the two teams overcame games against the Springers and Foxy Ladies.
The Hilliers were always in command of their Semi Final against the Old Manorians, S Nicholls hitting 68 as they opened up a 40-pin lead at half time, despite a score of 58 from D Ruther for the latter. The eventual winners hit 253-pins second half, against Old Manorians 212 to record a 76-pin victory.
Synwell A who are looking to win the cup after loosing to Chalford AFC last season, turned a single pin deficit at half time into a 36-pin victory thanks to a score of 65 from Roger Kloiber, L Driver Dickenson top scoring for Frampton CC with 63.
In the Ladies competition Section A Runners Up the Runabouts took a 12-pin lead at half time in their game against the Section B Runners Up, thanks to a score of 85 from N Silvey; Amanda Winder hitting 65 for the Springers; however in the second half the eventual winners who took control, hitting 261-pins to 189, to record a 72-pin victory.
The Newpins recorded a 93-pin victory over the Foxy Ladies in the other Semi Final thanks to a score of 70 from S Helbrow. The eventual winners took an early grip on the game, and despite a score of 63 from P Smith, lead by 16-pins at half time. As with the other semi Final the winners took a firm grip on the game in the second half to finish comfortable victors.
Tuesday (22nd) April saw the Mens Stroud News and Journal Cup and Ladies Margaret Jennings Memorial Trophy Semi Finals and here Synwell A will meet the Aces in the Mens Competition, whilst the Ladybirds face the Diamonds in the Ladies Knockout Final.
The Aces were in inspired form as they recorded a 67-pin victory over the Pot Bellied Porkers. Jack Underwood hit 70 in a first half total of 321 as they took a comfortable 38-pin lead at half time, Mark Hammond hitting 67 for the latter. Not to be outdone the second half scored 324, with Alan Newman top scoring for the winners on the night with 74, whilst Richard Mallard hit 65 and Paul Strafford 66 for the latter.
Synwell A reached there second final of the week with a 38-pin victory over the Victorians. The winners hit 295 in the first half to take a 13-pin advantage, A Davis and M Jenkins scoring 65. In the second half they maintained there good form, P Eldridge hitting 68 to win the half by 25-pins. For the Victorians D Ireland hit 62, whilst D Potter scored 61 in the first half.
The Ladies Margaret Jennings Memorial Trophy Semi Finals were much closer affairs as the Ladybirds progressed to the final after an extra leg bowl off against the Variations, whilst the Mermaids from Ladies section C put up a valiant effort, succumbing to a narrow 11-pin loss against Section B Champions the Diamonds.
The Diamonds took a first half lead of 15 in their game against the Mermaids thanks to a score of 75 from Trica Jess; the Mermaids took the second half by 4-pins, V Greenway hitting 80, put just fell short in the end.
An extra leg score 0f 36 by the Ladybirds saw them overcome Section A champions the Variations in their Semi Final; the latter hitting 28 in the extra leg. The Variations took a 7-pin the first half lead, but the eventually winners turned the game around in the second half, Liz Knight hitting 80 as both teams hit 563-pins to tie the game; Juliana Burlow scoring 78 for the winners. The extra leg score of 36 was too much for the Variations who fell 8-pins short in the end.
Wednesday (23rd) April say the Ladies Champion of Champions Semi Final, the draw having paired the Section C Champions the Bouncers against the Variations from Section A. At the halfway point it was the Bouncers who held a slim 3-pin lead, a last leg spare from Bev Lowe of the Variations, who hit 76, keeping her team in the game. In the second half J Kirby of the Bouncers hit 90 to win the half by 10-pins, a 13-pin victory overall. In the final the Bouncers will face the Diamonds, Section B Champions.
The Competitions continue for the rest of this week and the next two weeks, Thursday (24th) April will see the Ladies Pairs Competition, whilst Friday (25th) April will see the Mens Singles Competition.
For full Details of all the games and earlier rounds why not visit the relevant link under the Cup Competitions menu.
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PRESENTATION EVENING 2008
The 2007-2008 Stroud and District Skittle League Annual Dance and Presentaion Evening will be held on Friday 13th June 2008 ain the Carol Embury Suite at Forest Green Rovers Football Club, and you don't have to be a winner to come along and enjoy the evening. Fleet Street, our resident band from Hereford, along with the KC Roadshow will be providing the Entertainment. Food will be available on the night, this must be pre ordered and paid for in advance. Tickets for the main function room will be limited, tickets will be available for the side rooms, with members able to join the Evening in the Main Room for the Presentation and beyond once numbers have decreased. Further details on the Leagues End of Season Function can be found by CLICKING HERE.
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DETAILS FOR HIGHEST SPARE BOWL OFFS
With the Season drawing to a close the Highest Spare to date is 18, and will require bowl offs to decide which players win the respective awards.
The format for the Bowl off is that each player will bowl a specified number of legs (dependant on the number who enter), with the Highest Spare being the winner. In the event of multiple players recording the highest spare, these players will then bowl off for the Highest Spare trophy. In the event of no players hitting a spare the player with the greatest scores of 9 will be the winner, again a bowl off will take place if multiple players record te same number of 9's.
The following players are currently eligible to take part and are asked to advise the Secretary if the intend entering
LADIES HIGHEST SPARE BOWL OFF
Tuesday 29th April 2008 - Matchplay Snooker Club commencing at 9:00pm
K.Perry (Ladybirds)
A.Robbins (Newpins)
R.Squibb (Variations)
M.Dickenson (Optimists)
MENS HIGHEST SPARE BOWL OFF
Wednesday 7th May 2008 - Matchplay Snooker Club commencing at 8:00pm
B.Pearse, J.Hawkins, J.Underwood, S.Burrows (All Aces)
I.Wherrett (Bridge Boys)
C.Gobey (Chalford AFC)
M.Harper (Cavaliers)
D.Hayward (Newboys)
J.Sowden (Magpies A)
D.Ruther (Old Manorians)
J.Partirdge (Bussars)
K.Williams (Crickets)
B.Burrows (Confederates)
T.Edgar (Merrywalkers)
A.Stockwell (3D's)
P.Sulley (Oysters)
I.Blake (Press Gang)
S.Yarham (Phoenix Knights)
J.Minett*, A.White (Both Tools)
D.Henry (Boozers)
A.Liddicot, S.Liddicot (Both Italian Job)
* J Minett of the Tools has recorded two 18-spares and will therefore be entitled to two chances
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END OF SEASON COMPETITION DETAILS
The details for the End of Season Competitions are as follows
Monday 21st April 2008 - Mens and Ladies Front Pin Cup Semi Finals
Draws can be found on the relevant pages of the website
Tuesday 22nd April 2008 - Mens and Ladies Knockout Cup Semi Finals
Draws can be found on the relevant pages of the website
Wednesday 23rd April 2008 - Ladies Champion of Champions Semi Finals
Game to be played at Matchplay Snooker Club
Please note if your team is playing on your Home Alley at Matchplay you MUST inform the Secretary or Fixture Secretary PRIOR to the game commencing or face elimiation from the Competition.
Winner of Section C v Winner of Section A
Winner of Section B - Bye
Thursday 24th April 2008 - Ladies Pairs Competition
Matchplay Snooker Club to a Finish, commencing at 7:25pm
Friday 25th April 2008 - Mens Singles Competition
To be played at either the Rose Inn Paganhill or Kitesnest Lightpill, commencing at 8:00pm. Last 4 from each alley to return to the Finals at Matchplay Snooker Club on Wednesday 7th May 2008 commencing at 8:00pm
Monday 28th April 2008 - Champion of Champions Quarter Finals
Games to be played at Matchplay Snooker Club
Please note if your team is playing on your Home Alley at Matchplay you MUST inform the Secretary or Fixture Secretary PRIOR to the game commencing or face elimiation from the Competition.
Winner of Section B v Winner of Section E
Winner of Section A v Winner of Section F
Winner of Section C and Winner of Section D have Byes
Tuesday 29th April 2008 - Ladies Singles Competition / Ladies Highest Spare Bowl Off
Matchplay Snooker Club to a Finish, commencing at 7:50pm
The Highest Spare in the Ladies Sections is currently 18, this has been recorded by 4-players. The Bowl off for the Ladies Highest Spare will take place at Matchplay Snooker Club commencing at 9:00pm.
Thursday 1st May 2008 - Champion of Champions Semi Finals
Games to be played at Matchplay Snooker Club
Friday 2nd May 2008 - Mens Pairs Competition
To be played at either the Rose Inn Paganhill or Kitesnest Lightpill, commencing at 7:30pm. Last 4 from each alley to return to the Finals at Matchplay Snooker Club on Wednesday 7th May 2008 commencing at 8:00pm
Wednesday 7th May 2008 - Mens Finals Night / Highest Spare Bowl Off
Matchplay Snooker Club to a Finish, commencing at 8:00pm
The Highest Spare in the is currently 18, this has been recorded by 24-players. The Bowl off for the Highest Spare will take place at Matchplay Snooker Club commencing at 8:00pm.
Thursday 8th May 2008 - Front Pin and Knockout Cup Finals
Games to be played at Matchplay Snooker Club
Friday 9th May 2008 - Champion of Champions Finals
Games to be played at Matchplay Snooker Club
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DRAWS FOR MENS AND LADIES PAIRS AND SINGLES COMPETITIONS
The draws have been made for the Mens and Ladies End of Season Individual Competitions (Pairs and Singles). Teams are advised to check the relevant pages on this website to obtain details as to when and where (in the case of the Mens sections ) they should arrive.
The Mens Competitons will be played under FRONT PIN SKITTLE Rules, venues for the first rounds to be announced shorty. The Ladies Competitions will be played under ALL IN SKITTLE Rules, and subject to the number of entries it is planned to be completed on the night.
If your team enters you must send along a competitor or competitors or your team may be subject to a fine
Dates for the Competitions are as follows
Thursday 24th April 2008 - Ladies Pairs Competition - Matchplay Snooker Club - (To a Finish)
Friday 25th April 2008 - Mens Singles Competition - Rose Inn Paganhill or Kitesnest Lightpill - (To Last 8 - 4 from each alley)
Tuesday 29th April 2008 - Ladies Singles Competition / Ladies Highest Sapre - Matchplay Snooker Club - (To a Finish)
Friday 2nd May 2008 - Mens Pairs Competition - Rose Inn Paganhill or Kitesnest Lightpill - (To Last 8 - 4 from each alley)
Wednesday 7th May 2008 - Finals Night Mens Pairs/Singles / Mens Highest Spare - Matchplay Snooker Club - (To a Finish)
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ENTIRIES CLOSED FOR END OF SEASON COMPETITIONS
Entries are now closed for the Mens and Ladies Individual End of Season Competitions (Pairs and Singles). It was decided a the last committee meeting that no more entries would be accepted.
Details of the draw for these competitons, along with the alleys will be published shortly.
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SKITTLE PINS AND BALLS
At the start of last season a number of enquiries were made regarding teams in need of new Skittle Balls and Pins. Whilst Pins are still available, there have been difficulties obtaining the wood required to manufacture skittle Balls. I therefore Refer you to the following notice published by Masters Traditional Games
Lignum Vitae is an endangered wood and increasingly difficult to obtain. We believe that within 2 or 3 years, it will become impossible to buy Lignum Vitae skittle balls. Masters Traditional Games therefore recommends that pubs and leagues convert to composition or rubber balls wherever possible. These materials are both much cheaper and also more environmentally friendly.
Currently the Stroud League Rules permit only Wooden Balls, although this may be reviewed with the possibility of the rule being changed due to the difficulties.
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MP STARTS "SAVE SOMERSET SKITTLES" CAMPAIGN
With the decline in the number of Skittle teams in Somerset, Taunton Liberal Democrat MP Jeremy Browne has started a "Save Somerset Skittles" Campaign. The MP is looking to raise the matter as the county has seen the loss of a number of pubs and skittle alleys.
Having picked up on the campaign BBC Radio Gloucestershire interviewed Stroud and District Skittle League Secretary Gareth Markey on Thursday 16th November, and he expressed his concerns for Gloucestershire, especially as the league has seen a decline in numbers of recent seasons.
The Secretary contacted with Mr Browne regarding his campaign and to offer his support, the MP reponding stating that whilst his initial intention was to concentrate on Skittles in his constituency, there has been considerable feedback from elsewhere on the matter, and therefore he has made some progress in raising awareness. He is continually raising the matter and will look to support similar efforts made in other areas across the West.
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LATE CANCELLATION OF GAMES GIVING CAUSE FOR CONCERN
The League Secretary has become increasinly concerned regarding the number of games (in the Mens Sections) this season, which have been cancelled at late notice (24 hours or less), which is in breech of league rules. Team Captains MUST be aware of the league rules (in particular rule 32) and check in advance to ensure they can field a team. If not they must give there opponents the appropriate notice, or be liable to the costs for rearranging the fixture.
Unfortunately it is the League Secretary who is bearing the brunt of teams annoyance at these actions.
As a result the matter will be brought to the attention of the Committee who will review and consider various options with a proposa likely at this seasons Annual General Meeting in order to clamp down on this problem occuring.
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CUP GAMES CONCEDED GIVE LEAGUE CAUSE FOR CONCERN
With the draw for the Second Round of the Mens and Ladies Front Pin Cups published, the league have expressed concern at the number of first round games which were conceded. Teams have nominate entry into the Front Pin Competition and when they do and then not play the fixture, it is extremely dissapointing. The committee are looking to address this and may decide to propose issuing fines where teams enter but do not play the fixture.
Full details of the second round draws can be found by visiting the relevant pages under Cup Competitions Menu.
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WEBSITE FORMS UPDATED FOR EASIER USE
Did you know there are On Line Forms available on the website for the Late Signing on of Players or Cancellation Cards? There is also a form which can be used to notify the Result Secretaires if your players name changes. You can also email the Result to the league*. The Late Signing on Form and Ladies Name Change forms can be found under the Contacts menu, whilst the Cancellation Card and Email Results* can be found under the Results and Tables Menu; now these forms have been made even easier to use, as the Drop Down Menus in the forms now select the teams from your Section or Competition, making them easier to use.
If you submit a Late Player Signing on Form through the website you do not need to follow up the Registration in writing, likewisewith the Cancellation Card form, you do not need to send in a Cancellation Card, as the details are automatically forwarded to the Result Secretaries.
Team Secretaries and Captains are advised to take advantage of theseforms as it ensures the information is forwarded to the league and save you postage and time.
* Please Note the Email Result form is to allow the scores to be added to the website, Result Cards Must still be forwarded to the relevant Result Secretary
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LATE SIGNING ON AND CANCELLATION FORMS AVAILABLE ON LINE
With the month of September having been busy for teams signing on additional players, or fixtures being cancelled due to holidays, did you know the website has an online Individual Player Signing on Form and Cancellation Card?
The Individual Player Signing on Form is located under the Contacts Menu and can be found located by CLICKING HERE and can be used to add any player to your team list without the need to follow up any telephone registration is writing. Simply fill in the details of your team and the player, your Secretaries name and your email address and click on the Send button. The time and date of the Registration is automatically filled in. You should receive confirmation of the details submitted through an Auto Response email, whilst details will be forwarded to the Result Secretaries.
Under the Results and Tables Menu you will find a Cancellation Card, which can be accessed by CLICKING HERE . Use this instead of the posted Card to notify the league of a cancelled fixture. Like the Card you will need to complete all the details regarding the fixture, Section, Home and Away Teams, Reason for Cancellation and Date when the game will be played (if known). This will then notify the league that your fixture is cancelled and avoid any additional costs for your team, as well as keeping the league updated on fixture matters.
In addition there is a form set up under the contacts menu where a players surname changes through the season, this is particularly relevant in the Ladies Sections and has caused problems in previous seasons where players are seen as unregistered but there name has changed.
The forms have been set up to make thing easier and more effective for all teams as well as the league and it is strongly recommended that you take advantage of these.
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TEAMS COLLECT HANDBOOKS PLEASE CHECK FOR AMENDMENTS
The 2007-2008 Stroud and District Skittle League Season commenced with the Handbook Collection on Monday 20th August, where all except 4 teams turned up to collect their books. Teams in the Mens sections wereissued with Labels to attach to their Result cards, as who they return the card to depends on what Section they are competing in. Details are as follows
Mens A and D - Mr J Gould, Roxwell, Brewery Yard, Cainscross, Stroud, Glos. GL5 4JW
Mens B and C - Mr N Silvey, 15 The Bridle, Hunters Way, Cashes Green Stroud, Glos. GL5 4SQ
Mens E and F - Mr G Markey, 6 Woodfield Road, Cam, Dursley, Glos. GL11 6HE
Ladies Sections - Mr B Fream, 2 Barnfield Avenue, Lynwood, Forest Green, Nailsworth, Glos. GL6 0EP
Cup Results - Mr G Markey, 6 Woodfield Road, Cam, Dursley, Glos. GL11 6HE (Alternatively you can send them to your Result Secretary)
There have been a few changes in the League Handbooks, in particular the Mens Sections and teams are advised to check the Handbook Amendments page of this website. In Mens Section A Leonard Stanley CC have moved alleys and home nights, whilst there is a contact number correction for Frampton CC. In Mens Section D a new team, Leonard Stanley Social club, playing at Leonard Stanley Social Club on a Friday night, have entered. Section E also sees amendments with changes to the contact details for the Pirates (Team 3) and the Lions (Team 13). to date there are no changes to the Ladies Sections.
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NEW TEAM FOR MENS SECTION D
With the 2007-2008 Season soon upon us the Stroud and District Skittle League have received an application to join the league from a new team. Although there are no vacancies in the bottom Section of the Mens League, it was decided to accept the team and place them in Mens Section D, the first vacancy, as some of there players formerly competed in Section A of the Mens League. The new team are Leonard Stanley Social Club, and will play at the Leonard Stanley Social Club on a Friday night. Details can be found by visiting the Mens Team Information page on this website. As a result Mens Section D is now full with 16 teams.
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FIXTURE SECRETARY RECEIVES PRESENTATION FOR 20-YEARS SERVICE
With Brian Fream, the Fixture Secretary deciding to step down after 20-years at the helm of the Stroud
Maureen Trinder League Chairman (Left) and Colin Gardner MBE (Centre) present Brian Fream with the framed shirt |
and District Skittle League, he was presented with a Framed shirt from Forest Green Rovers midfielder Micheal Brough at the Stroud and District Skittle League Annual Dance and Presentation Evening. Brian is a keen supporter of Forest green Rovers Football Club, travelling home and away to support the first team, supporting the Ladies and Under 18 team, arranging Supporters Coaches for the away fixtures, as well as raising money for the club through the Supporters Cub.
Brian is remaining involved in the league however, he is helping the secretary by coving the Ladies section for season 2007-2008 whilst a replacement is saught, and the committee sincerely hope that he will remain as part of the committee for the future. The Stroud and District Skittle League would like to thank Brian for all his efforts over the past 20-years, he becme |
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TEAMS REMINDED PLEASE FILL IN YOUR RESULT CARD CORRECTLY OR FACE A FINE
All Team Captains and Secretaries are reminded to check that they have completed their Result Cards correctly. The Fixture Secretary has again received a number of Cards where player names are incorrect (not signed on, missing or duplicated), and Incorrect totals due to the Individual Player scores and the Half total not agreeing. The Secretary and Fixture Secretary has received calls where teams claim their points are incorrect, and this is down to these errors. Where the Individual Player scores and Half Total do not add up the Individual player scores are taken as correct. Amending errors not only costs the league money, your money, (phone calls, letters etc.), it also causes the Fixture Secretary inconvenience. It is the responsibility of EACH team to ensure their half of the Result Card is completed correctly, and where errors occur fines are being issued. I would also like to remind Home teams to ensure they pass the Result Card to the Away team at the earliest possible opportunity - and no later than the end of the first half.
The solution to the problem is simple and makes the running of the league easier and smoother, 'PLEASE ENSURE YOUR RESULT CARD IS FILLED IN CORRECTLY'.
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TROPHY GOES ON DISPLAY AT STROUD MUSEUM
The Stroud Brewery Cup, first presented in 1935 to the inaugural winners of the Stroud and District Skittle League, and recently withdrawn from the Presentation Evening, will be on display in Stroud Museum, from January 2007. Along with the Trophy is the original Minute Book for the formation of the league, along with various handbooks from the 1970's and 80's, which will be located in Room 15, on the first floor, in an exhibition entitled "Time Off"
The Museum in the Park is located in Stratford Park, next to the Leisure Centre, and opens Tuesday to Friday 10am-4pm, Saturday and Sundays 11am-4pm (closed Mondays). Admission is free, although donations are welcome, for more details on the museum you can visit the website at www.stroud.gov.uk/museum.
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