Umina team in State finals

The Umina Beach Bowling Club Grade Seven side attended Port Macquarie in State competition but were unable to win a state flag on the weekend of August 4 and 5.

Escorted by around 60 supporters they lined up for their first game where unfortunately the conditions and pace of the green left them wanting.

Despite the first round loss they bounced back in the afternoon to beat a strong Hills team in a nail biting finish with Bruce Cooper bringing off a match win with his last bowl of the day.

With a win under their belt the team came out on Sunday morning to play the previously unbeaten St Marys side.

Umina soon had them on their heels and forged to a healthy lead.

They kept their lead until last quarter of the game but St Marys experience started to come through and beat Umina.

Club president Mr Ross McIntyre praised the efforts of the team and congratulated them on their sportsmanship and effort in reaching the State finals.

Email, 14 Aug 2012

Ian Jarratt, Umina Bowling Club

Photo: Gloria Beacham