OPENING DAY 17 APRIL 2010

Bill Bell, President for season 2010, welcomed members and guests to this years event. Although somewhat cool, the weather remained dry and there were no shortage of participants on the greens. The Presidents wife, Barbara Bell, threw the first jack and bowls of the season which was the prelude to a vety enjoyable day. Barbara was obviously on a mission as she was also part of the winning team along with Jeanette Robertson and Eric McCracken. Well done.

It was also a special day for Gerry Ritchie as he became Vice President after a short presentation by Bill Bell. Hopefully, the club will not have to wait

until opening day next year for the next Vice President to be named!

GLASGOW 4s CHAMPIONS 2009

The last time Kirkhill Bowling Club were involved in the GBA Championship Finals was way back in 1932. After an absence of 67 years, the Kirkhill Fours put up a first class performance against Kingston on 4 July 2009. Despite falling behind in the early stages of the game, a magnificent team effort ensured that they were worthy winners with the final score being 21-16. President Jim Armour was extremely proud to accept the trophy on behalf of the club and congratulated the victors for making his year a very special one. The individual members of the team have all won prestigous events in the past but this is the highest accolade they have ever received. The team were:

Lead George Monteith (far left)

Second Jack Leonard (far right)

Third Jim McKnight (2nd left)

Skip Tom Gillespie (2nd right)  

ACTIVE SCHOOLS PROJECT

Kirkhill Bowling Club now offer an exciting new alternative programme available for pupils at Cathkin High School during PE lessons. Students in S4 now have an additional option of attending the bowling club during lesson time and have the opportunity to experience a new activity and become involved with the local community.

The initiative, backed by South Lanarkshire Active Schools, got underway recently when Club President Jim Armour welcomed the pupils to the club. The youths tried their hand at the game, assisted by club volunteers, Di Winning, Fiona Burns, Ronnie Wilson, Hugh McNulty and Billy Lockhart. The initial positive feedback from both pupils and PE staff has now led to a continuation of the programme after the summer holidays. Active Schools Co-ordinator, Scott McLean commented: "Not all pupils will take up traditional forms of physical activity after they leave school and that's why I'm delighted that the coaches at Kirkhill Bowling Club are working on a voluntary basis to introduce young people to the game. It also looks like we have established a school to club link which can be built upon for years to come."

After 5 years in the primary schools, co-ordinators have been appointed to work within high schools, together with PE departnents, school staff local sports clubs and other partners to increase the physical activity of young people.

LADIES FIRST PLAYING DAY 22 APRIL 2009

Lady President Margaret Bogle welcomed guests and members to the first playing day of the season. Once again, the weather was pleasant which contributed to a very enjoyable afternoon. Maureen Smith, Christine McLeod, Nancy McNeary and their special guest from Giffnock Bowling Club were the clear winners of the bowls competition. A light buffet, which included some home baking by the Kirkhill members, was provided after the bowling concluded.

OPENING DAY SATURDAY 18 APRIL 2009

The opening day was blessed with excellent weather and all the members and guests had a thoroughly enjoyable time. President Jim Armour opened the event and his wife Anne, threw the first jack and bowls of the season. Jim Proctor was the Glasgow Bowling Association representative and he gave his best wishes to the club for the season ahead. A buffet was served after playing and the winners on the day were Pat McNulty, Nancy McNeary and Gary Watson for the President's team. The Vice President's winners were Ian Little, Isobel Gibson and Campbell MacCulloch. Entertainment continued into the evening with a cabaret/dance.