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Welcome to The Macclesfield and District Bowling Association
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For any general correspondence and queries, please email Natasha Bowers - maccbowling@yahoo.com
To enter our league competitions, please email Chris Watkins - chrisandmikew@gmail.com
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2025 Greenwood Floodlit Finalists Crowned
Victory Pairs - Parkside Bowling Club - Sunday 27th July - 9:30am start
2025 Greenwood Floodlit Finalists Crowned
This evening (Thursday 25th September) saw the final of the Greenwood Floodlit competition taking place at Kerridge Bowling Club, between Coronation A (-16) and Wilmslow Cons A (scratch).
If you'd told us a few weeks ago that the final of this competition would be held at Kerridge, we would not have believed you. The well-publicised problems with the green during the course of the season meant it was at times bobbly, sandy, heavy, or overgrown (or a combination of these). Amazingly, the surface is now smooth, even, and true, and formed a perfect platform for two of the league's best teams to do battle in the final of the last Macclesfield & District Association competition of the season.
A cool but clear evening for the 2025 Greenwood Floodlit final
After the first three blocks, the advantage fell slightly to Wilmslow Cons A, as Coronation A could only claw back 6 points from the 16-point handicap. A good win for Paul Wrigley (Cons) - 21-14 against Steve Proctor (Coro) - was complemented by a close game between Chris MacDonald (Coro) and Kevin Frost (Cons), with Chris shading it 21-20. The third block saw Paul Dooley (Coro) comfortably beating Steve Brown (Cons) 21-9, leaving Wilmslow 10 points up with three to play.
Could they hold on?
Coronation A were soon to show their class, but Wilmslow Cons A did not give up without a fight. Dave Ford (Coro) and Brian Foden (Cons) had an epic battle, with the former getting another 21-20 win for Coronation. However, Jeff Brown (Coro) had the better of his game with Gary Howson (Cons), winning 21-13, and Paul Charlesworth (Coro) - winner of the First Division Men's Average trophy for the second successive season - showed his competitiveness and unshakeable consistency as he beat Jack Roberts (Cons) 21-10.
Overall, Coronation A overturned their 16 point handicap on the night to win by ten chalks - a great achievement against a side who competed well and pushed them to the end.
All that was left was for league secretary, Tasha Bowers, and chairman, Chris Butler, to present the trophy to the worthy 2025 winners, Coronation A!
Billy Danford, Coronation A captain, picks up the Greenwood Floodlit shield
Congratulations to Coronation A, and commiserations to Wilmslow Cons A - both teams gave us a great final, and all in attendance witnessed some great bowling on the night.
Coronation A celebrate winning the Greenwood Floodlit Final, 103-93, against Wilmslow Cons A
Wilmslow Cons A (pictured) can be proud of their performance as runners-up this season
Watch out for a round-up of this season's league competitions this weekend, as we roll back through the summer months to congratulate all our winners, and thank the hosts of all our competitions, over the course of a great season's bowling.
Thank you to everyone who has supported the league competitions all season long. We hope you have enjoyed the 2025 season.
Peter Mannion
All members of the Macclesfield & District Bowling Association were saddened to hear of the passing of our President, Peter Mannion, on 16th July.
It is no exaggeration to say that without Peter, this Association might not be here as it is today, as he helped to keep things running when volunteers weren't so forthcoming. For many years, Peter served the bowling community with his unique combination of dedication, wit, organisation, and determination to help clubs and bowlers enjoy taking part in the sport they love so much.
From the weekly match reports that entertained the local community in the Macclesfield Express, to liaising with Cheshire County, to handicapping our Floodlit Competition, moving our results into a digital world, liaising with sponsorship partners, and engraving the trophies to hand out at Presentation Night, Peter's committment to helping the bowling community was invaluable. He took a lot on his shoulders without complaint, and imparted his wisdom in helping the league continue to flourish up until the present day.
Sadly, Peter succumbed to dementia in recent months. However, all who knew him will remember him at his best - a generous, buoyant character, with an infectious energy and enthusiasm.
For those who wish to honour his life, the funeral service will take place at 11am on Wednesday, 20th August at The Parish Church of St James the Great, Gawsworth, followed by a private Service of Committal taking place at Macclesfield Crematorium. Further details of arrangements can be found here.
Victory Pairs - Parkside Bowling Club - Sunday 27th July - 9:30am start
We're pleased to announce that the draw for the Victory Pairs competition is now live here. The competition is at Parkside Bowling Club.
It is great to see the competition well attended as, for the first time, the Victory Pairs is aimed at 3rd and 4th Division bowlers, offering them a chance to enjoy a great day of bowling and an opportunity to pick up a trophy!
The competition will commence with the prelim starting at 9:30am.
Good luck to all entrants, and thank you to everyone for supporting the event.
Hayman Trophy - Sunday 27th April
On a warm and sunny day at Wilmslow Conservative Club, we received excellent hospitality from the club and were treated to some great bowling on the green!
Early form suggested Ryan Pountley would be difficult to beat, but David Read put paid to that in the quarter-final with a comprehensive 21-3 victory. In the other quarters, homester - and last year's winner - Nigel Forde-Dunlop ran out a 21-14 winner against Darren Johnson, Dave Ford beat Jake Jackson 21-11, and Mike Watkins won 21-17 against Mark Bowers.
The semi-finals were both close encounters, with some very good bowling in both. Dave Ford edged ahead against Mike Watkins, but Mike was never far behind and the game went to the wire. Mike was lying game as Dave's last bowl came in, and looked like it was going to stop in time to win the end, but just pegged away and out at the last to give Mike a 21-20 win.
In the other semi-final, Nigel Forde-Dunlop and David Read went head-to-head with some fine bowling from both men, but Nigel edged the game 21-18 to set up a final between the reigning champion and a player in fine form on the day.
Mike Watkins raced into a 10-1 lead in the final, but Nigel Forde-Dunlop fought back with some good bowling into the corners both ways. It looked like Nigel might have Mike under pressure for a while, but before long, Mike's consistency shone through and he ran out a worthy 21-11 winner!
Well done to everyone who took part this year, and big thanks to Wilmslow Conservative Club for welcoming us, feeding us good food, and keeping everyone oiled throughout the day!
The full competition results can be viewed here, or under 'Tables' at the top of this page.
Don't forget to enter our next competition, the Stan Mason Luck of the Draw Pairs, taking place on Sunday 25th May at Macclesfield Bowling Club. Get your entries in now to avoid disappointment!
Announcements for the 2025 season
Welcome to the 2025 bowling season!
The new season will begin soon, so we're making some early announcements.
Competitions
Get these dates in your diary early to make sure you can take part! Venues now announced:
Hayman Trophy - Sunday 27th April (singles) - Wilmslow Conservative Club
Stan Mason - Sunday 25th May (luck of the draw pairs) - Macclesfield Bowling Club
Maureen Bennett - Sunday 29th June (singles) - Railway Bowling Club
Victory Pairs - Sunday 27th July (luck of the draw pairs - 3rd and 4th division bowlers only) - Parkside Bowling Club
Neckwear - Sunday 14th September (singles) - Coronation
Fixtures
The fixtures for the new season have now been published - check the links at the top of the page for your division to see your opponents and when your season begins!