Men's final: August 23 (14.00)
Grant Wilson faces Steven Watson in the men’s final at Balerno Bowling Club on Sunday, August 23 at 14.00.
The green will be closed for the duration of the event.
Grant has won four times before (2001, 2004, 2008 and 2019) and Steven is a two-time winner, 2017 and 2022.
Only Willie Dyet and Laurie McMorran have won the Championship more times than Grant, seven wins for Willie (1961, 1962, 1964, 1968, 1973, 1975 and 1976) and six for Laurie (1966, 1967, 1977, 1979, 1982 and 1983).
Grant’s route to final was a preliminary round success over Gordon Cameron, victory in the first round over Brian Turner, then a second round success over Derek Drysdale.
Hugh Gibson was his next opponent in the quarter-final and Ferguson McBeath was beaten in the semi-final.
Steven beat Hugh Watt in his first round tie and he received walk-over in the second round. Charlie Dalton was beaten in the quarter-final and it was Kenny Girdler who was his opponent in the semi-final.
Grant believes it is his sixth final, and it is Steven’s fifth.
They have never played each other in the final before.
So, a reminder, Sunday, August 23 (14.00). A big crowd would be appreciated.
The picture is from a previous meeting, Facebook says 2021.
Triples event planned
The club plan to host a drawn mixed triples event on Saturday, September 12. The cost is £5 and that included a BBQ and there are only a few spaces leftThe maximum number is 36, incidentally, and the starting time will be confirmed at a later date.
Names so far are: Brian Buckner, Margaret Buckner, Phil Marshall, Sharon Rollason, Ron Duguid, Sandra Duguid, Ferguson McMeath, Andrew Robson, Stuart Innes, Mel Innes, David Innes, Colin Campbell, Lorraine McFarlane, Adam Patterson, Kat McNeill, Rab McNeill, Dianne McNeill, Anne Blake, Willie Lyon, George McLaughlan, Gordon Cameron, Neil Russell, Geoff Miller, Nan Chapman, Sheila McErlan, David Wilson, Paddy Welsh, Davd Anderson, Derek Robb, Nigel Duncan, Maxie Baigrie.
Please contact Brian Buckner to add your name to the list.
Social events
Bingo date for your diary
Our extensive premises includes a busy upstairs bar which screens major sporting events and hosts pool and darts competitions.
The bar stocks keg and bottled beer along with a wide selection of wines and spirits.
Downstairs, our function suite has a capacity for 120 and entertainment nights are popular with members and guests.
A bingo night is planned on Sunday, August 9, starting at 7pm. Cash prizes to be won.
View the official poster in the News section.
Please be aware that the function suite can be hired for private functions.
Call Brian Buckner for details on 0131 449 3789.
Family-friendly environment
We promote inclusivity, ensuring everyone feels welcome and there is on-street parking nearby.
Competitive action
All standards are welcome and we are always keen to introduce newcomers to competitive play
Coaching
Receive coaching from experienced players and hopefully you could join one of our teams.
Contact us
Telephone: 0131 449 3789
E-mail: secretary.bbc@balernobowlingclub.com
Address: 5 Ladycroft, Balerno, EH14 7AG, Midlothian, United Kingdom