Hoddesdon & Rye Park Bowling Club

EHBL FINAL DAY 10th September 2023

Another good day at the final at Rosehill BC. The Men’s 4 wood pairs was between 2 pairs from our club. Micky Towers & Dale Large played against Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell. On a very fast green Micky & Dale coped with it better than Bob & Dave. Micky & Dale moved into a comfortable lead, Bob & Dave came back well then dropped a 6 which virtually sealed the win. After a few more ends Bob & Dave conceded losing 24-12. Well done.
The Men’s 4’s Competition saw Micky Towers, Dale Large, Brian Metzner and Colin Milner take on Carl Frostick, Tony Keeling, Dave Murphy & Gwyn May from Buntingford BC. A very even start then The Buntingford team started to pull away. After 12 ends Colin Milner had to withdraw to a leg injury. Dave Fussell then stepped in and replaced Colin. It didn’t stop The Buntingford team as they continued to pull away and later our 4’s conceded.
Bob Hayter played Martin Nash from Whit Hern BC in the Singles Championship. Bob started well and was 8-0 up after 3 ends. Martin then came back and was 9-8 up after 6 ends. Bob then knuckled down and moved into a 17-11 lead. The next end saw Martin 4 down and Bob holding match, when Martin fired into the head moving the Jack back for 3. The next end Martin collected a 4 to lead 18-17. The next end saw Bob 3 down but he drew shot to level. Once again Bob led 20-18 only needing 1 for the championship, he was hold 4 when Martin once again fired into the head this time missing everything, Bob won 21-18, his third victory in this competition.

EHBA FINAL DAY 3rd September 2023

Great day at Ware BC in the EHBA Finals. The first match on was The Thurgood, we played Northaw & Cuffley BC, after two close games and being 2 down with one end to play Andy Adkins move the Jack to the edge of the green and his toucher in the ditch was counting and we held one, with his last wood he picked up the Jack again and put it into the ditch to draw the game. The extra end was very tense and with Northaw & Cuffley were holding 2 but Andy yet again drew the shot with his final wood to win the extra end to win the Thurgood.
Micky Towers had a great game against Ross Murphy, this could have gone either way. With the score at 19 all Micky was holding shot and had a chance to draw for the game but came up short, this left Ross with another chance and he took it to win 21-20, unlucky Micky.
Bob Hayter & Brian Metzner played each other in the EHBA Officers Singles, this was very close game early on but then Bob took control and won 21-12 and Bob claimed his 3rd victory in this competition.
Micky Towers then took on Garry Warrender in the EHBA Singles. Micky was always behind and just couldn’t compete with Garry’s great bowling, Garry won 21-10.
Andy Adkins & Terry Pook played Peter Warren & Vic Greenberg. Andy & Terry started well then with 5 ends to play dropped a 7 then soon after a 5 to lose 22-27.
The last game of the day was the 4’s, it started 1.5 hours later than scheduled due to so many very close games. Bob Hayter skipped this with Andy Adkins playing his 3rd game on the day and Don Stevenson & Dave Fussell. They started very well and led by 7 shots when the boys from Bishops Stortford came back and led by 3 with 2 ends to play. Our team picked up 1 on the next end and were 2 down playing the last end, in the bad light and one down Andy drew shot followed by Bob drawing a second, it’s another drawn game. The extra end was very difficult and the bowlers had to keep their cool and Dave, Don & Andy just did that as they hit the green correctly. Our 4’s were holding 2 or 3 on the extra end then Bob drew the shot. The Bishop’s Stortford team couldn’t draw the shot and we won 21-17 to claim the cup. Well done everyone. More photos to follow.

EHBA Fours Semi Final 23rd August 2023

Bob Hayter, Dave Fussell, Don Stevenson & Andy Adkins travelled to Rosehill BC to face Neil Walker, Malcolm Judd. Steve Ellis and Richard Carter from Ware BC. The Ware 4’s started very well and found this tricky green better than our team and they moved into a 8-0 lead after 5 ends. 5 ends later our four were in front 11-10. With our bowlers struggling and bowling wrong biasis we kept it tight. The next 5 ends it was all level at 13 all. The next 5 ends saw our 4 leading 18-16, Our four dropped one on the last end to win 18-17. Good luck in the final. Our team thanked everybody for their support.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Semi Final 21st August 2023

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell travelled to Ware BC for this semi final against Dave Bedford & Darren Gilbert from Welwyn Garden City BC. Bob & Dave started well and were 7-4 up after 5 ends. In this very tight game Bob & Dave held the lead all the way through with only singles and two’s being scored. Bob & Dave bowled well to win 19-14. Well done.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Semi Final 21st August 2023

Micky Towers & Dale Large travelled to Ware BC for this semi final against Kevin Tyrrell & Richard Foster from Bishops Stortford BC. The pair from Bishops Stortford got off to a flyer in this semi final and were 8-0 up after 4 ends. The next was very surprising when our pairs dropped an 8 (hotshot) and found themselves 16-0 down after 5 ends. Our pair then started a comeback and won the next 9 ends to led 19-16. After 17 ends the boys from Bishops Stortford were in front again 22-21. Micky & Dale won 3 of the last 4 ends to win this amazing game 28-23. Well done.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs Semi Final 19th August 2023

Dale Large and Micky Towers travelled to Bishops Stortford BC to play Ross & Matthew Murphy in this two wood semi final. A very poor start for Dale & Micky as they found themselves 13-2 down after 8 ends. The rest of the game was shared and Dale & Micky couldn’t catch the Buntingford pair as we lost 21-12.

EHBL Singles Semi Final 18th August 2023

Bob Hayter travelled to Shire Park for this game against Bryan Davies from Buntingford BC. After 6 ends Bryan led 9-2. Bob then won 7 out of the next 8 ends to lead 14-10. Bob continued to move nearer the finishing line, when he lead 18-14. Bryan then moved back into the lead at 19-18. The next end saw Bob holding 2 and he had 4 feet to draw into for the game but he failed but led 20-19. The next end was very tight and Bryan was holding 2, with Bob having one more wood left he drew the shot, Bryan played a heavy wood and missed the head and Bob won 21-19.

EHBL Secretaries Singles Semi Final 18th August 2023

Dale Large travelled to Shire Park for this game against Garry Smith from BSP. Dale started well and was 8-2 after 4 ends. Garry then came back and won the next 6 ends to lead 14-8. Dale then pulled back to lead 18-17 after 18 ends. Two ends later it was 19 all, Dale was holding shot however Garry then bowled well to pick up the 2 shots he needed to win 21-19. Unlucky Dale.

EHBA Singls Semi Final 16th August 2023

Bob Hayter & Micky Towers played against each other in this semi final. Micky started well and lead 6-3 after 7 ends. Micky then stretched his lead to 10-5 after 11 ends. With 14 ends played Micky was now 14-7 up and looking good. Bob then cameback and with 18 ernds played it was all level at 15 all. Micky then bowled well to pick up 3 x 2 shots and won 21-15. Good luck in the final

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs Semi Final 14th August 2023

Andy Adkins & Colin Milner travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play their Semi Final against Garry Warrender and Gary Medler from Hertford BC. A very good start by our pair as they moved into a 6-3 after 5 ends. The Hertford pair then closed the gap and after 8 ends it was 9-8. Now with 13 ends played our pair were now 16-10 up, With 18 ends played our pair looked good and led 20-13, even though they dropped 4 shots in the last 3 ends they still won 21-17. Great result well done.

EHBA Officers Singles Semi Final 11th August 2023

Brian Metzner travelled to Hertford BC to face Dave Gerrard from Rosehill BC. Brian started well and led 10-6 only for Dave Gerrard cam back and led 13-12. They were both bowling well and it could have gone either way.With the score at 18 all Brian showed the Park spirit and won 21-18 and now faces Bob Hayter in the Final. Well done Brian.

EHBA Officers Singles Semi Final 10th August 2023

Bob Hayter was due to playJim Parsley in the Officers semi Final, however due to illness Jim had to concede this game and Bob now goes through to the Final.

EHBA Champion of Champions Semi Final 9th August 23

Tim Maynard & Micky Towers welcomed Richard Foster & Kevin Tyrrell to our green for this quarter Final. With Dale injured Tim Maynard came in as a reserve. This game was very close and after 14 ends it was 11 all With 3 ends to play it the score was 15 all thankfully we won 2 of the last 3 ends to win 18-16. Good Luck.

EHBA 2 Wood pairs Quarter Final10th August 2023

Micky Towers travelled to Rosehill BC to play Simon Lloyd from Hertfotrd BC. A very even start all round. However once Micky got his eye in he pulled away to win 21-10. Well done in the Final

EHBA 4 Wood pairs 3rd August 2023

Colin Milner and Andy Adkins welcomed their team mates Barry Osman & Richard Rogers, this could go either way. A steady start by both pairs saw them level at 4 all after 5 ends. Colin & Andy then pulled away to lead 14-6 after 12 ends, Barry & Richard then showed the Rye Park spirit and fought back to lead 15-14 after 16 ends. In this very exciting game after 20 ends it was all level again at 17 all. Colin and Andy managed to overcome their team mates to win 18-17. Well done and good luck in the semi’s

EHBL 4 Wood pairs 2nd August 2023

Dale Large & Micky Towers welcomed John Dowler and Ray Barwick from Northaw & Cuffley BC. A good start from the N&C pair to lead 5-4 after 6 ends. Dale & Micky then started to find their line and moved ahead. after 10 ends they led 11-9. 5 ends later our pair had pulled away to lead 21-11 they then picked up 4 on the next end to lead 25-11 when John & Ray conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Quarter Final 2nd August 2023

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith travelled to Buntingford to play Dave Murphy and his partner. The Buntingford pair bowled well and won to move into the semi Final.

EHBL 4’s Semi Final 1st August 2023

“CONGRATULATIONS “

This semi final was played at Cheshunt BC. Dale Large, Micky Towers, Brian Metzner and Colin Milner travelled there to play four from Northaw & Cuffley they were Derek Hurford he was with Ray Munt, Mick Manzi and Del Taylor. A quick start by our 4 as they moved into a 8-1 lead after picking up a 6 on the 4th end. The N&C boys levelled the score after winning the next 4 ends at 8 all. Our team then won the next 7 ends and moved into a fantastic lead at 22-8, with 6 ends to play the N&C boys started another comeback but the ends ran out and we had our first finalist as they won 24-14. Good luck in the final on the 10th September at Rosehill.

EHBA Mixed Pairs Quarter Final 31st July 2023

Bert & Karen travelled to Bishop Stortford for this game to face Mark Harris & Leslie Moyette. Bert & Karen got off to a poor start and were 7-0 down after 5 ends. They managed to reduce the deficit to 9-5 however that was as close as they got eventually losing 20-10. Unlucky better luck next year, well done in getting this far.

EHBL Singles Quarter Final 29th July 2023

Micky Towers travelled to Buntingford BC to play Bryan Davies. In this very tough game at Buntingford Bryan had the upperhand in this game and came away winning 21-14.

EHBL Singles Quarter Final 26th July 2023

Bob Hayter welcomed David Smith from Aston BC. With the rain due we started 30 minutes early. Bob just couldn’t find weight or line and when he did David drew in, after 16 ends 13 of them were singles and David certainly had the upper hand and led 15-4. The rain started to fall heavier and Bob took advantage and started his comeback and won the next 7 ends to lead 19-15 after 23 ends. Four ends later after 27 ends Bob took this match 21-17. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles Quarter Final 26th July 2023

Bob Hayter welcomed Kevin Norman from Whit Hern BC. Kevin beat Bob in the John Simmons singles last week. A very even start after 5 ends it was 4 all, it stayed level after 8 ends at 6 all. Kevin then moved ahead to lead 9-6. Bob then picked up 8 shots in the next 3 ends to lead 14-9. Bob continued to score well without Kevin repling and Bob won 21-11.Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 3rd round 26th July 2023

Brian Metzner welcomed Keith Myall from Ware BC. A very even start to the game and after 10 ends it was 7 all. Keith then took the lead at 9-7. Brian then pulled away winning 10 ends out of the next 11 ends to move into the next round with a 21-10 victory. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBL Officers Singles 2nd round 26th July 2023

Dale Large welcomed Peter Dougherty from Sele Farm for this game. Dale started well and was 8-1 after 5 ends. With 12 ends played Dale led 15-6 and was looking good. Peter then found his way and won 5 out of the next 6 ends to take the lead at 17-16. Dale then turn on the pressure and picked up the 5 shots he needed to win 21-17. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Quarter Final 25th July 2023

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell welcomed Tony Stickland & Gordon Avery from Welwyn Garden City BC. The first end saw the WGC pair picking up 3 shots, Bob & Dave struck back immediatly with 15 shots in the next 4 ends, which included a 6, 2×4 and a single to lead 15-3. The next 5 ends saw Dave and Bob pull further ahead to lead 22-5. With Dave bowling very well the WGC boys just couldn’t recover and with mainly single shots being scored Bob & Dave won 30-11 with 2 ends to play. this now puts them into the semi final. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Champion of Champions 2nd Round 24th July 2023

Micky Towers welcomed Andy Georgio from Whit Hern BC. Micky started very well and after 7 ends he was 12-2 up. Micky then let it slip a bit and Andy won 9 out of the next 12 ends to nearly draw level at 16-15. After 23 ends it was level at 18 all. On the 27th end Micky finally crossed the winning line 21-19. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 20th July 2023

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell travelled to Whit Hern to face Kevin Norman & Steve Kenway. Steve & Kevin started well with a 5 on the first end. Steve & Kevin won the next end, then Bob & Dave won the next 5 ends to lead 12-6. After 11 ends Bob & Dave led 14-10. They kept the 4 shot lead after 16 ends at 19-15. Bob & Dave then picked up 6 shots in the next 2 ends to lead 25-15, the next 2 ends were shared and Bob & Dave won 26-16 well done good luck in the next round

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 20th July 2023

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers played team mates Don Stevenson and Brian Metzner. Barry & Richard got off to a good start and after8 ends they were 9-2 up. Don & Brian just couldn’t chase down this difference and lost 19-13.Good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 20th July 2023

Colin Milner & Andy Adkins travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play Kevin Brown and Les Smith the conquerors of Dale & Micky in the last round. A great start from Colin & Andy as they moved into 11-4 lead after 7 ends. After 14 ends they had increased their lead to 18-9. Kevin & Les reduced the deficit to 20-18 only 2 behind. With 2 ends to play Andy & Colin picked up another 2 to lead 22-18, Kevin & Les tried hard but could only pick up to and our 2 won 22-20. Well done.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 19th July 2023

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith travelled to Sele Farm and played Harry Wright and Erica Lundy. An early 5 saw them lead 9-2 after 4 ends. Harry & Erica then pulled it back to lead 11-10 after10 ends. Richard & Marion then won the next 6 ends to lead 21-1, they continued bowling well and won with an end to spare 25-13. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHWDBA 4 Wood Pairs 18th July 2023

Clare Adkins & Julie Stevenson welcomes Lesley Duvall and Eileen Tunmore from Bishops Stortford BC. A pretty even start saw our ladies lead 5-3 after 5 ends. The next 10 ends our ladies dominated and won 8 ends to lead 17-5. This was looking good however the ladies from Bishops Stortford did pull a few shots back but the lead was far to high. Claire and Julie won 17-10. Well done & good luck in the next round

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 17th July 2023

Dale Large & Micky Towers welcomed Steve Kenway & Kevin Norman from Whit Hern. Aslow in this game saw the boys from Whit Hern lead 9-5 after 9 ends. Astrong middle part of this game saw Dale & Micky win 7 ends on the trot to lead 14-9. THey kept the closing ends tight and won 17-12. Well done & good luck in the next round

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 17th July 2023

Dale Large & Micky Towers welcomed 2 bowlers from Welwyn Garden City for this game. Our pair started well andwere 10-0 up after 5 ends. 7 ends later they were 12-11 behind due to excellent bowling from our visitors, they extended their lead to 17-12 with only 5 ends to play. However a strong finish by Dale & Micky saw them win 21-17 as they won the last 5 ends. Well done & good luck in the next round.

National Seniors Pairs Over 55’s 15th July 23

Micky Towers and Gary Medler from Hertford BC took on Jerry Rumbold from Garston BC & Phil Russell from Welwyn & District BC. This was a very hard game against 2 very good players and it turned out to be one a step to far for our team as they lost 21-6.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 3rd Round 14th July 2023

Bob Hayter welcomed Kevin Norman to our green today. The first set was all one way with Kevin bowling well he won this set 8-2. The second set was a lot closer with Bob taking it 6-3. The final set was level after 4 ends it was 4 all, Bob then went 6-4 in front. The 6th end was a decisive end with Bob holding four Kevin fired into the head and picked up 1 shot. The final end saw Kevin pick up 2 shots to win 7-6 and win 2-1.

EHBA Four’s 2nd Round 14th July 2023

Bob Hayter dried himself down after the 2.5 hours in the rain earlier. Bob was with Andy Adkins. Dave Fussell and Don Stevenson and they welcomed Ray Barwick, John Dowler, Del Hurford & Dave Fryett from Northaw & Cuffley BC. Considering the green had received 8 hours of rain the green bowled well. A good start from our four saw them lead 8-3 after 5 ends. The rain continued to fall heavy but our four kept pilling the shots in and lead 14-4 after 9 ends. 4 ends later with the score at 20-5 the Northaw & Cuffley team conceded. Good luck in the next round

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 14th July 2023

Bob Hayter welcome David Garrard from Rosehill BC. A very wet afternoon from the start to finish. Bob started very slowly with Dave bowling well he lead 10-2 after 9 ends. Bob started his come back in this very low scoring game and was only losing 10-7 after 13 ends. The next 4 ends Bob took the lead at 13-11, however Dave bounced back to regain the lead 14-13. Bob then found his weight and picked up the 8 shots he needed in the next 4 ends and won 21-14. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers singles 14th July 2023

Colin Milner was due to play David Hunt, however Dave was not well and had to concede as this was the last day for this competition. Colin nows faces Bob Hayter in the next round.

EHBA 2 wood pairs

Colin Milner & Don Stevenson had to concede this game as they just couldnt find any free dates in their diary’s

​​​​EHBA Officers singles 2nd round 13th July 2023

Bob Hayter traveled to Hertford BC to play Andy Costin. Bob got off to a good start to lead 6-2 after 4 ends, Andy came back however he was always trailing Bob. After14 ends Bob led by just one shot 14-13, Bob managed to win the next 5 ends to win 21-13. Good luck in the next round.

EHWDBA Millenium Cup 2nd Round 12th July 2023

Clare Adkins welcomed Janice Hegarty from Rosedale BC, A very even start and with 7 ends played it was all level at 4 all. Clare then pulled away with some excellent bowling to lead 14-4 with 12 ends played. Janice then won the nexty 7 ends to level the game at 14 all. Another 5 ends were played and Clare led again at 18-16. Janice kept plugging away and Clare was very unlucky when she turn Janice’s woods in for shot and Clare lost 21-18. Better luck next year

County Over Senior 4’s Quarter Finals 12th July 2023

Dale Large, Micky Towers, Tim Maynard & Brian Metzner traveled to Batchwood to play four from Hertford BC against skip Garry Warrender. Our four started well and were 6-0 up after 4 ends. The Hertford four’s then came back 2 ends later Hertford were 8-6 up. The Hertford boys led all the way, with one end to play our four were 14-15 down. The final end saw us level at 15 all. It was very tense and thankfully our four won the extra end winning 16-15. They now face four from Welwyn Garden city at shire park on Tuesday evening, good luck to you all.

EHBA Singles 3rd Round 10th July 2023

Bob Hayter welcomed Malcolm Bryant from Northaw & Cuffley BC. A very even start after 5 ends it was the score was 4 all. Bob then moved ahead to lead 14-7 with 12 ends played. Malcolm then eased back into the game then Bob stepped up by shortening the mat and won 21-14. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 10th July 2023

Bert & Karen Gray traveled to Bishops Stortford BC to play Rich Helm and S Moff. Karen & Bert started very well and moved 9-0 up afer just 5 ends. With 10 ends played Karen & Bert they still held a 8 shot lead at 13-5, they continued to pull further away and were 19-8 after 15 ends. Karen & Bert kept the last few end tight and after 19 ends at 21-11 the Bishops Stortford pair conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round,

EHBA Singles 3rd Round 8th July 2023

Micky Towers traveled to Hertford BC to play Simon Lloyd. Micky started well but Simon drew level after 7 ends at 5 all. Simon then moved ahead only for Micky to level the game in the 18th end with the scores at 13 all. A sudden change in the game saw Micky picking up the 8 shots he needed in the next 3 ends to win 21-13. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 8th July 2023

Dale Large traveled to Bishops Stortford to play Rick Helm. The only information we have is that Rick beat Dale.

EHBA Triples 3rd Round 7th July 2023

Brian Metzner, Don Stevenson and Terry Pook traveled to Ware BC to face Neil Walker. Malcolm Judd & Bob Hammond. A very close game saw the Ware triple pull level after 8 ends at all. Our triple then lost 5 out of the next 6 ends to fall behind 14-7. A strong finish by our teram, however they couldn’t win all the points they needed and they lost 16-14. Better luck next year.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 7th July 2023

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers traveled to Cheshunt BC to face Mike Johnson & Ray Hills. A very close game early on and was level after 11 ends at 8 all. Barry & Richard then edged in front after 15 ends to lead 12-10. The home pair then pulled away winning the next 5 ends to win 18-12. Better luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 7th July 2023

Brian Metzner welcomed Andy Mansfield from Standon & Puckeridge BC. Brian started well picking up 2×3’s and a four in the first 8 ends and led 11-6. Andy then closed the gap and in fact took the lead at 16-13. Brian was then under pressure and managed to level the game at 17 all. Andy moved ahead but Brian drew level again, however a very good 23rd end by Brian saw him pick up the 3 he needed to win 21-18, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 6th July 2023

Colin Milner & Andy Adkins welcomed Andy Costin & John Moore from Hertford BC. Andy & John started the better and after 9 ends led 7-4. Colin & Andy then found their wait and picked up 14 shots in the next 5 ends only dropping 2 shots and led 18-9. They kept the final few ends tight and with 2 ends to with the score at 22-11 the Hertford pair conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 6th July 2023

Micky Towers & Dale Large welcomed Les Smith & Kevin Brown from Sawbridgeworth BC. Our pair go off to the worst start possible with 9 ends played they were 18-0 down. This would take a monumental comeback and Dale & Micky started their comeback by winning the next 6 ends to reduce the deficit to 18-13. They then fell further behind when they dropped a 4 to be 22-13. They manage to win 4 of the last 5 ends but it just wasn’t enough and they lost 23-20. Better luck next season.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 5th July 2023

Micky Towers & Dale Large welcomed Peter Shemilt and John Albon from Rosehill BC. Very even after 6 ends with our pair leading 5-4. With 13 ends played Micky & Dale had moved into a very good lead at 16-7. Peter & John worked hard to reduce their deficit and 6 ends later the score was now 19-16 to Dale & Micky. The next end the Rosehill pair collected 2 shots so it was all on the last end. Micky and Dale held on by winning the final end to win 20-18. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 5th July 2023

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell traveled to Buntingford to face Carl Frostick and Vic Greenberg. Vic had already played a game at Rye Park earlier. This game started evenly, after 6 ends it was 6 all. Vic & Carl then pulled away and after 11 ends they led 14-8. Bob & Dave then started their comeback where they picked up 4 shots in the next two ends and the score was 12-14. The next end could have been a game changer as Bob & Dave picked up a 7 (can’t remember who was short), this put them 19-14 in front. Vic & Carl cameback again to lead 20-19 with 4 ends to play. Bob & Dave kept it tight winning the next 4 ends winning the game 24-20. Well done and good luck in the next round.

National Over 55 Pairs Semi Final 5th July 2023

Micky Towers continued his partnership with former HRPBC bowler Gary Medler for this match. They welcomed Vic Greenberg & Bryan Davies from Buntingford. This gamne was always going to be close and it certainly was. Micky & Gary both bowled well and won this game 16-15 and now face Phil Russell from Welwyn & district in the aera final, venue to be arranged. well done and good luck.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 4th July 2023

Richard Rogers & Barry Osman welcome John Dowler and Derek Hurford from Northaw & Cuffly BC. John & Derek got off to a good start in the heavy rain and led 7-1 after 5 ends. Richard & Barry cameback well and levelled the game at 9 all after 12 ends. Our pair then pulled away and lead 16-12 with 4 ends to play, they kept it tight and won 3 of the next 4 ends to win 20-15. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 30th June 2023

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith traveled to Datchworth and faced Ian Green & Rachel Jones. Richard & Marion led from the start picking a 5 up on the first end. They led all the way through and even picked up a 7 with 8th wodd only mm ‘s away from a hotshot. They continued to bowl well and won comfortably 27-13. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 30th June 2023

Colin Milner & Sue Gibbs welcomed Chris Sage & Tina Rowe from Hertford for this mixed game. Our pair started well and led early on, however Chris & Tina drew level after 9 ends at 11 all. Chris & Tina then pulled away and led 18-14 with 4 ends to play. Colin & Sue then managed to draw level but just lost it by one shot on the final end losing 19-18, better luck next year,

EHBL 4’s 2nd Round 29th June 2023

Dale Large, Micky Towers Colin Milner and Brian Metzner traveled to BSP in Welwyn Garden City. The first half of this game was level and with 12 ends played it was 10 all. The BSP team then fell behind and with 3 ends to play our four led 16-14. A very good 19th end saw our four pick up 4 shots which put them 20-14 up and they went on to win 21-15. Well done and congratulations in reacing the Semi final

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd round 29th June 23

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell welcomed Ross Murphy and Scott Wake from Buntingfotrd BC. Our pair started slowly and were 9-1 down after 6 ends. After 8 ends our pair moved ahead 10-9 after collecting 9 shots in 2 ends. The game was very close after 15 ends our pair were 14-16 down, the next few ends saw Ross & Scott pull away and win 31-16.

County Singles 4th Round 28th July 2023

Micky Towers traveled to Buntingford to play Tony Keeling who he palyed in the EHBA singles final in 2021where Micky won. Tony Keeling got hie revenge today beating Micky in this very close game.

EHBA 4’s 2nd Round 28th June 2023

Bob Hayter, Dave Fussell, Don Stevenson & Andy Adkins traveled to Hertford to face our opponents. Our four dropped a single shot on the first end however they came back well winning the next 12 ends to led 24-1. Even though our opponents continued they did concede after 18 ends with the score at 33-3. Well done and good luck in the next round

EHBA John Simmons Singles 2nd Round 27th June 2023

Micky Towers welcomed Dave Gerrard from Rosehill. The first set Micky started well and was 6-1 after 4 ends and won7-2. The second set saw Micky lead 6-3 up with one end to play he dropped a 3 to draw the second set. The third set saw Dave Gerrard move 5-0 up after 3 ends with 6 ends played it was 6-5 to Dave, the final end Dave picked up 2 to win 8-5. An extra end was played and Micky went through after this end.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 26th June 23

Brian Metzner & Don Stevenson traveled to Hertford Castle to play Alan Beeson & Allen Brandford. It took a few ends before our pair found their length as they were 11-2 down after 6 ends. Don & Brian then won 5 out of the next 6 ends to reduce the deficit to 12-10, they fell away a bit until they struck in the 17th end collecting a 7 to lead 19-15. This game was far from over as they dropped 6 shots in the next 2 ends causing them to be trailing 21-19 with 2 ends to play. With the Rye Park spirit they levelled the game at 21 all. Another extra end was needed, this time some great bowling from our pair saw them pick up a 4 to win 25-21. Well done and good luck in the next round.

County Pairs 4th Round 26th June 23

Andy Adkins & Colin Milner traveled to Sawbridgeworth to face K Thompson & MarK Harris. A very close game all the way through after 10 ends it was 9 all. and 16 ends it ws 14 all. Two ends later it was 15 all, an extra end was needed and once again it went against our pair losing 16-15. When will our luck change?

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 24th June 23

Bob Hayter welcomed Paul Nelson from Bishops Stortford BC. Bob started slowly dropping a 4 on the second end and was always behind until the 15th end when Bob moved ahead 15-14. The 17th & 19th end the scores were level at 16 all then 18 all. The 20th saw Bob holding 2 when Paul promoted his wood to take 2 shots and lead 20-18. The next end Paul bowled his first wood short then with his second he moved the jack, Bob then moved in and was holding 2, Paul struggled to find the jack after the movement Bob then drew the last wood to win 21-20. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 24th June 23

Micky Towers played follow team mate Colin Milner, this was a very close game early on with nothing between them. after 10 ends it was 7 all. Micky then pulled away and beat Colin to move into the next round, Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 23rd June 23

Bert & Karen Gray traveled to Rosedale to play Malcolm Thomas and W Jeffery. Bert & Karen started very well and were 9-5 after 10 ends. Karen & Bert won 6 of the next 7 ends to increase there lead to 17-6. The last 4 ends saw the Rosedale pair collect 8 shots however Bert & Karen held on to win 21-14. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 2nd round 22nd June 2023

Andy Adkins, Dale Large & Bob Hayter welcomed Neil Walker, Bob Hammond & Malcolm Judd to our green. On a difficult rink Neil’s team found the green to their favour and moved into a 10-3 lead. Our triple did pull level at 10 all, however the Ware boys moved away and came away winning 16-11.

National Over 55 Pairs 3rd round 20th June 2023

Andy Adkins (HRPBC) & Dave Murphy from Buntingford traveled to Buntingford to face Vic Greenberg and Bryan Davies. A slow start by Andy & Dave saw them trail 8-3 after 8 ends. Andy & Dave then pulled level at 10 all after 12 ends. The game was nip & tuck with both teams bowling well and after 18 ends the scores were level at 15 all. An extra end was bowled and unfortunately Andy & Dave lost 16-15. Better luck next season.

EHBL Triples Round 1. 20th June 2023

Terry Pook, Brian Metzner and Skip Don Stevenson welcomed Bishops Stortford Triple of Paul Devall, Richard Foster and Kevin Tyrrell. Both triples were evenly matched over the first half with the HRPBC trio just holding the edge at 7-6 after 9 ends. The next 5 ends, however, went the visitors way, winning 11 shots without reply. leaving the score at 17-7. Our triple tried hard to reduce the deficit but the Bishops Stortford team kept it tight and
after 17 ends Don’s triple conceded with the score 18-9.
A good effort by our three but the opponents had bowled better in the second half deserving their victory. Better luck next time.

National Over 55 Pairs 3rd Round 19th June 2023

Micky Towers continued his partnership with former HRPBC bowler Gary Medler for this match. They traveled to Royston BC to play S. Kilford & L. Ramsay. The scoring at the start was fairly even with Micky and Gary leading 9-8 after 8 ends. They then pulled away winning the next 5 ends to increase their lead to 17-8. This gap proved too big for the Royston pair to make up and they shook hands after 16 ends with Micky and Gary leading 20-10. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples. 2nd Round. 16 June 2023

Terry Pook, Brian Metzner and skip Don Stevenson welcomed a triple from Hertford Castle skipped by John Arber. Although 3-1 down after 2 ends, after last wood saves from John, our triple won the next 9 ends and led 25-3 after 11 ends. From then the scoring was fairly even and the HRPBC triple came off comfortable winners by 30-8. Well done and good luck in the next round

County Triples. Quarter Finals. 16 June 2023

Dale Large, Tim Maynard and Andy Adkins travelled to neutral green Harpenden for this fixture to play a triple from Mill End skipped by Martin Coles. Our triple started slowly and found themselves 7-0 down after 6 ends. Dale, Tim and Andy then slowly clawed their way back into the game and on the 17th end, with the help of a 4, the scores were level at 14-14.
Unfortunately with our boys holding shot and the game seemingly won the Mill End skip, with what was described as an extremely heavy wood still managed to obtain the shot they needed and our Triple lost 15-14. Extremely bad luck.

County 4 Wood Pairs. 3rd Round . 15 June 2023

Dale Large and Micky Towers welcomed Rosedale Pair Alan Spicer
and Colin Dyer to play this fixture. Our pair dropped a 6 on end 2 and found themselves 7-0 down. Dale & Micky then closed the gap with the score 10-13 after 8 ends. The Rosedale Pair then pulled away again to lead 20-13 after 14 ends and held on to defeat our Pair by 21-15. Better luck next season.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round. 15 June 2023

Sue and Brian Metzner visited Bishops Stortford to play former Rye Park bowler Sue Duck and, recent scourge to Rye Park , Trevor Mckenzie. Sue and Brian took time to adjust to the fast pace of their opponents Green and were 7-0 down after 3 ends. The deficit remained fairly even until end 16 when our pair found themselves 10 shots behind at 20-10.Sue and Brian took the next two ends but only by single shots. On end 19 with our pair holding 3 shots and in with a chance of rescuing the match Trevor, with his final wood, knocked the Jack back from Sue’s touching wood to score 3 shots for his Pair. Sue and Brian then conceded at12-23. Bad luck and better luck next season.

County 4 Wood Pairs. 3rd Round. 15 June 2023

Colin Milner and Andy Adkins welcomed Harry Wright and Jim Parsley to Rye Park and despite winning just 7 of 18 ends managed to advance into the next round with a 23-15 victory. Colin and Andy achieved one 6, one 5, three 3’s, one 2 and one single shot. Whilst their opponents were limited to just one 3, two 2’s and eight single shots. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs. Round 1. 14th June 2023

Richard Rogers and Barry Osman travelled to Buntingford to play Ross Murphy and son Matthew. Unfortunately the HRPBC Pair suffered a loss by 25-15.

EHBL Ranson Cup. 1st Round. 14 June 2023
HRPBC 45 – 32 BSP

Played as 1 rink at home & 1 away. Our Home game was skipped by Andy Adkins assisted by Dave Fussell, Don Stevenson and Tim Maynard. Our 4 started well and were 3-0 up after 3 ends but their opponents then forged ahead leading 8-4 after 9 ends. We then scored 14 shots to 1 in the next 7 ends to lead 18-9. BSP then came back again taking 8 shots in the next 3 ends and with 2 ends to play were only 1 shot behind. Thankfully our team took the last 2 ends winning 21-17.
The Away game was skipped by Micky Towers assisted by Brian Metzner, Colin Milner and Dale Large. Although losing a shot on end 1, our team picked up 9 shots in the next 3 ends and never lost the lead from that point. BSP did reduce the deficit to 9-8 but our Four picked it up again scoring steadily and ran out as winners by 24-15. Overall a 13 shot victory which advances us to Round 2 (Quarter Finals)
Well done all.

County Singles 3rd Round. 13 June 2023

Micky Towers travelled to local rivals Rosehill to play S. Ayton.
Micky started with a first end 3 and was then always narrowly in front, From end 12 Micky pulled away winning 9 shots to 4 and finishing with a 21-12 victory. Well done and good luck in Round 4.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round. 13 June 2023

Karen & Robert Gray welcomed the Stockwells from Hertford BC.
Our Pair found themselves 4-0 down after 4 ends, but then won 13 of the next 15 ends to romp away to a 28-7 lead, at which point the Hertford pairing conceded. Extremely well done and best of luck in Round 2.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round. 13th June 2023

Colin Milner and Andy Adkins visited Sele Farm to play Joe Dunne and his partner. Our pair made a slow start and found themselves 10-5 down after 12 ends, They then picked up 7 shots in the next 2 ends to take the lead 12-10 only for their opponents to edge in front again 13-12 after 16 ends. Colin and Andy then knuckled down winning the next 4 ends to lead 18-13 and try as they might on the final end the Sele Farm boys could only manage a single shot and the HRPBC pair ran out 18-14 winners. Well done and good luck in the next round where they host the Andy Costin (Hertford) pairing.

EHBA John Simmons Singles. 1st Round 12th June 2023

Micky Towers received a Walkover and advanced to the 2nd Round as his Buntingford BC opponent was unable to fulfill the fixture.

County 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 9th June 2023

Colin Milner and Andy Adkins travelled to Sawbridgeworth to play Philip Clews-Garner and Graham Inge. In a close match early on the lead changed hands several times but after 10 ends our pair were behind 11-8. The next 5 ends probably decided the match when Colin and Andy picked up 10 shots to 1 to lead 18-12. and went on to win the match 21-14 and progress to the 3rd round. Well done.

County 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 9th June 2023

Dale Large and Micky Towers travelled to local rivals Rosehill to play
D Gerrad and S Ayton. Dale and Micky were off to a great start leading 8-0 after 5 ends. Their opponents then reduced the deficit to 8-6 before our pair pulled away again to increase the lead to 17-10 after 15 ends. 4 ends later with Dale & Micky leading 21-11 the Rosehill pair conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Fours 1st Round 8th June 2023

Brian Metzner, Colin Milner, Dale Large and Micky Towers welcomed Rick Helm’s four from Bishops Stortford BC and led 5-0 after 3 ends. Their opponents then produced the better bowls on a difficult green and led by 6 shots with 2 ends to play. Despite a valiant effort our boys could only manage to claw back 4 shots and ended up losing 20-18.
Better luck next year.7

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 7th June 2023

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith traveled to Hertford BC to face Gary Medler & Pam Worsley. Richard & Marion got off to a flyer and were 9-0 up after 5 ends. Gary & Pam reduced the lead to 11-8 but they were always chasing the game. A very strong finish from Richard & Marion saw them romp home 25 -15. Well done & good luck in the next round.

County Singles 2nd Round 7th June 2023

Dale Large traveled to Buntingford BC after his loss to Colin Dyer earlier today, this game was against Carl Frostick. Dale got off to a slow start and after 4 ends it was 2 all. Carl then made his move winning 10 ends out of the next 11 to lead 15-3. Dale started his comeback and managed to get within 2 shots at 18-16. With Carl just needing 3 shots he managed it and won 21-17. Dale commented that a lot measures didn’t go his way, that’s bowls, Unlucky Dale better luck next season.

County Singles 2nd Round 7th June 2023

Micky Towers traveled to Bishops Stortford BC to face Kevin Tyrrell. Micky started like a train and was 13-0 up after 8 ends and then 17-1 up after 13 ends. Kevin started a comeback and scored 11 shots in the next 6 ends to reduce the deficit to 20-12 before Micky clinched the match scoring a two to win 22-12.
Well done Micky. Good luck in the next round.

County Singles 2nd Round 7th June 2023

Colin Milner welcomed Trevor MacKenzie from Bishops Stortford BC for this game. Trevor MacKenzie came away winning further details to follow……...
Unlucky Colin better luck next season.

National Over 55’s 2nd Round 7th June 2023

Dale Large welcomed Colin Dyer from Rosedale BC to our green. This match was always tight with Colin Dyer holding the lead nearly all the way through this game until the 20th end when Dale drew level at 15 all. Then Colin pushed hard and Dale had no answer losing the next 3 ends and the match 21-15. Unlucky Dale better luck next season.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 6th June 2023

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell welcomed Merv Groom & Mark Haskins from Standon & Puckeridge BC. A very interesting start with the score after 2 ends was 4 all. Merv & Mark moved ahead and after 7 ends they led 10-7. After 9 ends it was level at 12 all. Bob & Dave then found their rhythm and won 8 out the next 9 ends to lead 27-13 when Merv & Mark conceded. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 6th June 2023

Dale Large welcomed Dan MacKenzie from Hertford BC. Dan started well and was 6-0 up after 4 ends. After 7 ends Dale started a comeback and the score was 7-4. Dan found his line again and with Dale struggling Dan picked up 2 fours and eased away and led 17-7. Dale tried hard but it just wasn’t his day and he lost 21-7. Better luck next year.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 1st Round 6th June 2023

Richard Rogers welcomed Vic Greenberg from Buntingford BC. Richard struggled tonight in this competition where he finished runner up last season. Vic found the green immediately and won the first 12-1, Vic continued by pilling on the shots in the second set, winning that 9-2. Unlucky Richard better luck next season.

County Triples 4th Round 5th June 2023

Bob Hayter, Dale Large and Andy Adkins traveled to Harpenden to face Steve Maynard, Brian Moores & Ray Polly. Our triple moved into the lead after 4 ends and led 4-3. Our triple kept it tight and led 8-5 they then let it slip to fall 9-8 behind. The next 3 ends saw our triple pick up 10 shots to lead 18-9. With some excellent bowling our triple did keep it tight and they even finished this game off with a 6 to win 26-12. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st round 5th June 2023

Colin Milner & Karen Gray welcome Richard Rogers & Marion Smith for this preliminery round game. This was a very inyteresting game with Colin just recovering from a fall last week. Richard & Marion were on top during this game and won 25-11. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 5th June 2023

Micky Towers welcome a bowler from Buntingford for this singlers game. Micky started well against this new bowler from Buntingford and continue all the wat throught to the end and won this game 21-2. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Preliminary round 4th June 2023

Brian & Sue Metzner welcomed Ray & Carole Brewer from Northaw & Cuffley BC. Sue & Brian never got into the game and were 10-2 down after 7 ends. Ray & Carole continued to bowl well and were 18-3 up after 14 ends. Brian & Sue tried hard but could not get enough shots back and lost 20-8. Better luck next year.

National Over 55 Pairs 2nd round 4th June 2023

Andy Adkins (HRPBC) & Dave Murphy from Buntingford traveled to Baldock BC to face Rob Demster and partner. Thsi game could have gone eithrer way with scores going too and through. However Dave & Andy won this game with an excellent last end winning 16-15., Well done & good luck in the next round.

National Over 55’s Singles 2nd Round 4th June 2023

Richard Rogers welcomed Garry Warrender from Hertford BC for this 2nd round singles match. Richard started well and led early on in this game 11-1. Garry then started his inevitable comeback but Richard held on and with the score at 20-18 Richard just needed 1 to win this game. Garry then produced a couple of great woods and moved the jack back to get the 3 shots he needed to win 21-20. Unlucky Richard better luck next time.

EHBL Singles 2nd Round 4th June 2023

Bob Hayter travelled to Hertford Castle BC to play John Arber. John started well and lead 4-2 after 4 ends. Bob then found the weight and scored two 4’s and three 3’s and Bob eventually won 21-6. Well done & good luck in the next round.

National Over 55 Pairs 2nd Round 3rd June 2023

Micky Towers stepped in to replace Dale Large who was playing for Hertfordshire in the Middleton Cup. So his partner Gary Medler was with Micky Towers. They traveled to Northaw & Cuffley BC to play John Dowler & Ray Barwick. Micky & Gary moved into a nice lead after 7 ends they were 11-4 up. They then lost the next 6 ends to fall behind 12-11. After 17 ends Micky & Gary were now 16-14 down. The final end saw Micky & Gary pick up a 3 to win 17-16. Well done & good luck in the next round.

National Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 2nd June 2023

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith welcomed Steve & Wendy Budge from Baldock BC. Richard & Marion didn’t have their best match, they kept it close for the fist 10 ends however the Baldock pair then pulled away winning 26-8 Better luck next year,

EHBA Singles 1st Round 2nd June 2023

Bob Hayter welcomed Bob Spence from Whit Hern BC. With 12 shots being scored after just 5 ends the score was 6 all, a very high scoring game. After 7 ends it was 9 all, 9 ends it was 10 all then 11 ends it was 11 all. Bob Hayter then sorted his line and won the next 5 ends to win 21-11. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles1st Round 1st June 2023

Dale Large welcomed Martin Nash from Whit Hern BC. After Dale suffered a dog bit prior to the game he was not a the races. Dale took the lead after 4 ends, however Martin was bowling very well and Dale couldn’t do anything to stop him and Dale never won another end losing 21-6. Better luck next year,

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 1st June 2023

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell travelled to Whit Hern to face Ian Wood & Mike Humeniuk. Bob & Dave started very strong winning the first 5 ends to lead 10-0. They continued to bowl well and after 10 ends they were 16-2 up. The wheels then came off and they lost the next 5 ends and the Whit Hern pair reduced the deficit to 16-11. Bob & Dave then picked up 7 shots in the next 3 ends to lead 23-14. The difference was to big for the Whit Hern team so a good win for Bob & Dave 24-16. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 1st June 2023

Brian Metzner & Don Stevenson travelled to Buntingford to face Gywn May and Arnie Manning. A great start for our pair winning the first 6 ends to lead 7-0. The Buntingford pair reduced the lead however Brian & Don pulled away again to lead 14-6. Three ends later it was 20-10, our pair kept it tight and came away winning 25-18. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Mixed Pairs 1st Round 31st May 2023

Clare & Andy Adkins took on Colin Dyer & S Guerrier, our pair got off to a bad start and found themselves 8-0 after just 3 ends. Andy & Clare reduced the deficit to 8-6, however they then lost the next 6 ends and found themselves 18-6 behind and just couldn’t pull it back as they lost 23-10.Better luck next season.

EHBL Fours 1st round 31st May 2023

Dale Large, Micky Towers, Brian Metzner and Colin Milner welcomed 4 from Sawbridgeworth BC for this game. With our four starting well the Sawbridgeworth four never really found the green and were 3-2 down after 4 ends. Our four then won 7 ends on the trot including a 7 on the 10th end, i’m not a libity to say who was short, so with 11 ends played our four were 21-2 up. They continued to pull away when after 19 ends the Sawbridgeworth four conceded at 26-8. Well done & good luck in the next round.

County Club Team 2nd round 30th May 2023
HRPBC 46 v 50 Buntingford

We welcomed Buntingford BC to our green for this game. Micky Towers skipped our only winning rink; he was with Don Stevenson, Tim Maynard & Brian Metzner. They led nearly all the way through and won 15-12. Bob Hayter skipped another rink with Dave Fussell, Terry Eldridge and Dale Large. This rink started poorly and were 13-1 down after 6 ends and 15-5 down after 11 ends. A very strong finish saw our four take the lead 17-16 after 17 ends, unfortunately with the Buntingford team finishing strongly they picked up a 4 to win 20-17. Andy Adkins skipped the other rink with Barry Osman, Richard Rogers and Colin Milner. They started well and were 8-1 up after 6 ends. Buntingford worked their way back and levelled it after 15 ends. The final 3 ends saw Buntingford win them all to win 18-14. Not the result we wanted but a good overall performance.

EHBL 1st Round Singles 29th May 2023

Micky Towers welcomed James Whyley from Hertford BC for the 2nd time this season. After 5 ends this was level at 3 all. Micky then moved into a 10-3 lead and continued picking up shots and looked good at 13-4. James started his come back and with 17 ends played James was only 5 behind at 15-10. Micky then eased through at 21-11. Well done & good luck in the next round.

National Over 55’s Singles 1st Round 28th May 23

Richard Rogers welcomed Dave Murphy from Buntingford BC. Richard started slowly and eventually took the lead after 8 ends to lead 8-7. The game was level after 15 ends ay 13 all. Dave the pulled away but Richard pulled level again at 15 all. Dave once again pulled away but Richard fdinished strong to win 21-18. Well done & good luck in the next round.

County Singles 1st Round 26th May 23

Micky Towers travelled to Hertford BC to face Andy Costin. Andy started well and ‘was 7-0 after 3 ends. After 7 ends Micky pulled level at 7 all. This game was very close with the scores level after 13 ends it was 14 all, with neither bowler giving an inch every shot was vital. After 20 ends it was still level at 18 all. Andy then won the next 2 ends to lead 20-18, Micky then found the shots he needed and picked up the 3 shots to win 21-20. Well done & good luck in the next round.

County Singles 1st Round 26th May 23

Dale Large travelled to Rosehill to play Nick Elmes. Dale eventually took the lead after 6 ends to lead 8-6. Dale then fell behind and was 14-11 down after 12 ends. Dale then took control and won 6 out of the next 7 ends to win 21-15. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 1st Round 26th May 2023

Don Stevenson & Colin Milner travelled to Buntingford for this match against Gywn May and Arnie Manning. Our pairing started well and were in front after 3 ends where they never looked back. With some great bowling our pair moved into a great position when they found themselves 15-4 up after 10 ends. Our pair then fell away after losing the next 5 ends and the score was now 15-14. The next 4 ends saw our pair pull away and win 24-15. Well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples Preliminary Round 25th May 23

Brian Metzner, Don Stevenson & Terry Pook travelled to Northaw & Cuffley to face Ray Munt, Del Taylor & Mick Manzi. A brilliant start by our triple picking up a 7 on the 4th end and then move into a 12-1 lead after 6 ends. The N&C team pulled some shots back only to drop a 5 & 6 shortly after. With our triple in control at 26-9 after 14 ends the ends were critical for the N&C triple but with both teams picking up 3 each the N&C team conceded at 29-12. Well done & good luck in the next round.

National Over 55’s Singles 1st Round 25th May 23

Dale Large welcomed Rob Dempster from Baldock BC. Dale got off to a flyer and was 10-3 up after 7 ends. 7 ends later Dale was on the edge of winning at 18-6. Dale collected another 2 singles to lead 20-7 when Rob started a massive comeback picking up 8 shots in 3 ends to make the score read 20-15. Thankfully Dale got the single he needed to win 21-15. Well done & good luck in the next round.

County Over 55’s 4’s 3rd round 24th May 23

Brian Metzner, Tim Maynard, Dale Large & Micky Towers travelled to Whitethorn BC for this 3rd round game. After 4 ends our four were 4-3 down, however the next 6 ends were won by our four to move into a great lead of 14-4. With some great team bowling our team eased into a 21-8 lead when the Whitethorn team conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round against Garry Warrender from Hertford BC.
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EHBA 2nd Round John Simmons Singles 24th May 23

Bob Hayter travelled to Hertford BC to play Lee Glover in this 2nd round game. The first set Lee pulled away to lead 6-5 however the 7th end saw Bob draw in to draw the set 6-6. Bob then dominated the second set and won it 9-2. The third set was over quickly as Bob found the green and won that set 9-0 and moves into the 3rd round. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA 1st Round Singles 23rd May 2023

Colin Milner welcomed Les Gray from Hertford BC. This was a very tense game with neither bowler giving anything away. After 7 ends it was 6 all, after 11 ends it was 9 all. Colin then went ahead only for Les to take the lead then Colin took the lead again at 19 ends, it was 16-13. With 21 ends played the score again was level at 16 all. Colin pulled off two great ends to lead 20-16, however Les kept on picking shots and on the next 2 ends he reduced it to 20-18. Colin then found the one shot he needed to win 21-18. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 23rd May 2023

Brian Metzner & Don Stevenson welcomed a strong pairing from Rosedale BC in Colin Dyer & John Bishop. A bad start by our pair dropping a 6 on the first end which immediately put them under pressure, they did close the gap to 8-5 after 5 ends. However losing 5 of the next 6 ends saw them fall 20-6 behind. This made their task very difficult they did manage to reduce the deficit but they run out of ends losing 26-16. Better luck next time.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 1st Round 23rd May 2023

Bob Hayter welcomed Mick Marks from Buntingford BC. The first set was nip and tuck with Mick 3 shots up playing the last end Bob was holding 3 and just needed to draw his last wood in to win the first set, but he failed and they drew the first set. Bob then went on to win the 2nd set 5-4. The third set was also tight with Mick 3 up playing the last end Bob just needed a little touch to pick up 3 but failed, so match drawn an sudden death shot out was required. Bob stuck his first wood on top of the back and Mick was unlucky and couldn’t get it off so a good win for Bob.

Ranson Cup 1st Round 22nd May 2023
HRPBC 47-31 Cheshunt

This game was played as 1 rink away & 1 rink at home.
Bob Hayter skipped the home leg with Dave Fussell, Brian Metzner & Dale Large. This game was very tight, the first 11 ends played saw only one score of 3 the rest were single shots with HRPBC leading 9-4. The next 7 ends HRPBC scored 15 shots to Cheshunts 4 and HRPBC then led 24-8. A slight mishap at end however a good home win 25-13.
The away leg was skipped by Andy Adkins with Barry Osman, Richard Rogers and Colin Milner. A very close start and after 6 ends HRPBC were losing 3-7. The next 8 ends saw HRPBC winning 7 of them and moving into a 17-10 lead. The Cheshunt team then came back to 17-16 with 3 ends to play. HRPBC pulled away again and won 22-18, so an overall win 47-31. Well done everyone great result.

National Over 55 Pairs 1st round 20th May 2023

Andy Adkins (HRPBC) & Dave Murphy from Buntingford played Garry Warrender & Gary Medlar from Hertford BC. A slow start by Andy & Dave saw them fall behind 8-5 after 7 ends. The next 2 ends saw Andy & Dave take the lead 11-8. The match was all level after 13 ends at 14 all. The next 2 ends saw the Gary’s take a 3 shot lead. The 16th ends saw Andy & Dave level only to fall behind in the 17th end. The final end was very nervy however a great 3 shots saw Andy & Dave winning 20-19. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 20th May 2023

An early start for Colin Milner & Sue Gibbs as they welcomed Simon Lloyd & Ann Martin from Hertford BC. Colin & Sue started strongly and were 13-2 up after just 10 ends, they continue to pile on the shots and were 19-4 up when the Hertford team conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 1st Round 19th May 2023

Colin Milner, Barry Osman & Dale Large travelled to Sele Farm to face Joe Dunne, T Hartfield & J Smith. After 6 ends our triple were leading 12-2 and looking good. The next 4 ends didn’t go as planned with our triple dropping 11 shots and fell behind 12-13. Our pair regained the lead on the next end however they lost the next 6 ends and lost 23-14. Better luck next year.

National Mixed Pairs 1st Round 19th May 2023

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith welcomed Laurie Ramsay & Fiona Tremlett from Royston BC. Our visitors started well and led 6-1 after 6 ends. Richard & Marion then started to pull back the deficit and lead 9-6 after 10 ends. The game was very tight with mostly singles being won, thankfully most of them were for Richard & Marion as they took a nice lead after17 ends with the score at 16-8 when a concession was made. Well good luck in the next round.

County Triples 3rd Round 18th May 2023

Bob Hayter, Dale Large & Andy Adkins welcomed Dave Murphy, James Debnam & Gywnn May from Buntingford BC. After 5 ends our triple led 5-3 then the next end our triple dropped a 5 to be fall behind 8-5. The next 4 ends saw our triple collect 10 shots to lead 15-8. With 8 ends still to play The Buntingford boys closed the gap to 15-11 our team then collected 7 more shots in the next 4 ends to lead 22-13 when the Buntingford boys conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Preliminary Round Singles 18th May 2023

Richard Rogers welcomed Adrian Warren from Hertford BC. This game was close early on with the score a 5 all after 5 ends. Adrian then found his weight and pulled away to lead 17-7 with Richard just losing his line it became hard for Richard to pull the deficit back. Richard then started to recover to 17-12. Adrian then moved towards the 21 he needed and won 21-15. Better luck next year.

County Over 55 fours 1st Round 17th May 2023

Colin Milner, Richard Rogers, Barry Osman & skip Andy Adkins welcomed 4 from Harpenden BC for this game. Unfortunately our 4 lost this game by 6 shots they just didn’t get the rubs,

County Over 55 fours 1st Round 17th May 2023

Dale Large, Tim Maynard, Terry Eldridge and Brian Metzner traveled to St Albans to play a team from Blatchwood BC only to find that they didn’t have a team to play so our four had a wasted journey and received a bye, very annoying.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 15th May 2023

Bob Hayter welcomed John Henson from Bishops Stortford BC for this 1st Round game. Bob got off to a flyer and was 9-2 up after just 5 ends. John picked up a couple of singles then Bob steopped it up and move into a strong lead at 19-4. John started to comeback however Bob picked up the 2 shots he needed to win 21-8. Good luck in the next round.

National Over 55 4 Wood Pairs 1s Round 12th May 2023

In all of the National competition any bowler can partner another bowler from another club, therefore Dale Large joined up with former member Gary Medlar and they travelled to Bishops Stortford to face Trevor McKenzie and Paul Nelson. This game was very close and with 8 ends played the score was 8 all. The 9th end saw Dale & Gary pick up a 5 and they then kept it tight and won 20-13. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles Preliminary Round 12th May 2023

On a wet morning/afternoon Bob Hayter travelled to Northaw & Cuffley BC to face Len Curtis in this preliminary round. Bob took a couple of ends to start and moved into a comfortable lead, Bob led 12-3. Bob then let things slip and Len won 6 out of the next 7 ends to pull level at 14 all. Bob then dug deep winning 3 of the next 4 ends to win 21-15, Good luck in the next round.

County Triples 2nd Round 11th May 2023

Dale Large, Andy Adkins & Bob Hayter welcomed Peter Shemilt, Dave Garrard and Steve Ayton from Rosehill BC. Our Triple started well and led 8-0 after 4 ends. The Rosehill triple then won 2 ends to make the score 8-2. Our triple then won the next 5 ends to lead 16-2, two more singles for the Rosehill triples followed by 2 more shots for our triple saw the score read 18-4. With 4 ends to play the Rosehill triples conceded. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 1st Round 11th May 2023

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard & Barry Osman welcomed Mike Johnson, Ray Hills & Andy Spence from Cheshunt BC. This was a very tight game, with 7 ends played it was 4 all. The Cheshunt team then won 6 ends on the trot to lead 10-4. Our triple eased their way back into the game and with one end to play our triple were 8-11 down. A great effort by our triple saw them holding 2 shots and Colin had one wood to bowl unfortuneatly it was just a little heavy and they lost 11-10. Better Luck next year.

EHBL Singles Preliminary Round 11th May 2023

Richard Rogers welcomed James Whyley from Hertford BC. Richard started very well and moved into a good 11-5 lead with 8 ends completed. James then found his weight and lveled the game at 12 all with 11 ends played. The match became very tight with both players only collecting singles ands with 17 ends played it was still level at 16 all. Two ends later it was 18 all. Richard them fell behind at 20-18 with the pressure on Richard and James holding game Richard managed to level it at 20 all. On the final end James drew a great shot on to the jack and Richard just could not get it off and he lost 21-20. Better Luck next year.

County 4’s Over 55 1st Round 10th May 2023

Colin Milner, Barry Osman, Richard Rogers & Andy Adkins welcomed Paddy Jones’ s 4 from Welwyn & District BC. A very even start and after 7 ends our four trailed 5-4. After 11 ends our boys led 8-7. The next 4 ends decided this game with our team collecting 6 shots to their opponents 0, this gave the Rye Park boys a 14-7 lead with only 3 ends to play and they won 15-10. Well done and good luck in the next round.

County 4’s 2nd Round 9th May 2023

Dale Large, Brian Metzner, Tim Maynard & Bob Hayter traveled to Buntingford BC to face Mark Plume, Scott Wake, Ross Murphy & Carl Frostick. This was always going to be a close game, the Buntingford Boys took an early lead and after 7 ends they led 7-6. After 10 ends they had increased their lead to 13-7. Our team then started to fight back and were only 1 shot behind with 3 ends to play with the score at 14-15. Our boys then leveled at 15 all, The next end saw our team holding 3/4 shots when Mark Plume drew shot with his last wood to win the end and lead by one. Buntingford then held one on the last end and Bob just failed to draw the shot by 5mm and our four lost 17-15, Great game.

EHBL Preliminary Round Singles 8th May 2023

Dale Large welcomed Ross Murphy from Buntingford BC in this very tough first game. Ross found the line early on with Dale struggling the score was 4-12 to Ross after 9 ends. Dale then started to dig deep into all his reserves and moved ahead in the 17th end to lead 15-14. Dale continued his form and picked up the 6 shots he needed in the next 3 ends to win 21-15. Well done and good luck in the next round.

National Mixed 4 wood pairs Preliminary Round 7th May 2023

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith took on Alison Tilney & Cliff Moore from Royston BC. Richard & Marion startred well and moved into a 10-2 lead after just 7 ends, they increased their lead to 18-7 after 14 ends. Richard & Marion continued in their same frame and 2 ends later their opponents conceded at 21-7. Well done and good luck in the next round

County Triples 1st Round 4th May 2023

May the 4th be with you. Bob Hayter, Dale Large & Andy Adkins welcomed Derek Henley, Richard Harper & Dickie Jackson from Datchworth BC. Our triple kept things tight early on and after 5 ends they led 5-4 and even after 9 ends they still led 9-7. Our triple then started to pull away and moved into a 19-7 lead, then 3 ends later at 26-8 the Datchworth team conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

County 4’s 1st Round 2nd May 2023

Andy Adkins, Barry Osman, Richard Rogers & Colin Milner welcomed Rick Helm from Bishops Stortford. This game was very tight match all the way through. After 17 ends of breath taking bowls the scores were level and the final end saw Rick Helm draw his last wood in for the shot and the game.

County 4’s 1st Round 2nd May 2023

Dale Large, Terry Pook, Brian Metzner & Bob Hayter who subbed for Micky Towers, travelled to Hertford BC to face Garry Warrender, Dan MacKenzie, James Whyley & former Rye Park bowler Gary Medler. The game was very even and after 5 ends it was all square at 3 all. Our team then pulled away into a 10-3 lead only for Gary’s team to pull level at 13 ends. Our 4 then knuckled down and won the next 5 ends to win 18-11 and they now face an away trip to Buntingford in the next round.

County Preliminary 4’s 28th April 2023

Andy Adkins, Richard Rogers, Colin Milner & Barry Osman travelled to Rosedale BC to play Colin Dyers team for this opening game, Colin was on holiday so missed the game. It’s always hard early in the season however our bowlers continue where they left off and came away winning 11-9 and now play their 1st round game at home on Tuesday. Well done Gents.

2023 starts now

Outside Competitions 2022
Played 134 Won 81 Lost 53
Win Rate 60.5%
Text Blue Lose Text Black win Text Orange Playing our own members

Nine Finals, what a great year so far, lets cheer our teams on

FINALISTS

Scott Blain Final v Broomfield BC Lost 53-84 (0-10)

Mens County League Area Final v Bishops Stortford BC
at Rosehill BC 3rd September 202210am Won 49-31

EHBA Finals are being played on 4th Sept at Sawbridgeworth BC

EHBA Singles Richard Rogers – RUNNER UP
EHBA 4’s M Towers, D Large, C Milner & T Maynard – RUNNERS UP
EHBA 4 Wood Pairs Micky Towers & Dale Large WINNERS
EHBA Officers Singles Colin Milner – RUNNER UP

EHBL Finals are being played on 11th Sept at Shire Park BC

EHBL Ranson Cup RUNNERS UP
EHBL Officers Singles Finalist Dale Large
EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Micky Towers & Dale Large RUNNERS UP

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Final 11th September 2022

Commiserations

Micky Towers, Dale Large took on a pair from Buntingford BC. Our pair led after 5 ends 6-1, then it all went wrong losing 30-11, maybe one game to many.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs Final 4th September 2022

Congratulations

Micky Towers, Dale Large took on local rivals Kevin Norman & Steve Kenway from Whit Hern BC. Quite a close game early on with Micky & Dale 12-9 up. The next 3 ends almost decided the game when Micky & Dale picked up 10 shots to lead 22-9. Kevin & Steve started to make a comeback but the 13 shots was always going to be a hard job. After 20 ends our pair led 26-18, 8 shot up, so a “Hotshot” was required however it didn’t happen and Micky & Dale won 26-21. Well Done Micky & Dale, great win.

EHBA Fours Final 4th September 2022

Commiserations

Micky Towers, Dale Large Tim Maynard and Terry Pook who came in as sub for Colin Milner who was playing for DB England in Weston Super Mere. They played a Cheshunt four being skipped by David Crudgington he was with Graham Mackinson, Andrew Spencer and Ralp Wheeler. The game was nip and tuck all the way through and with our four 16-15 up playing the last end and Micky had one wood left with the head showing him 5 down, with a controlled weighted wood Micky managed to get 2nd wood so off to an extra end. Once again Micky was 2 down his first wood moved the jack into the ditch and was a good measure. After all the bowls were bowled the dread call was made “Umpire” After a very tight measure the Cheshunt Fours won the game by 10mm. Well done everyone.

EHBA Singles Final 4th September 2022

Commiserations

Richard Rogers reached the EHBA Singles final hoping to go one better than he did back in 2015 in the Officers final. Today he played Martin Nash from Whit Hern BC. With both bowlers using the same make of woods it was a surprise to see them both sets acted different. Both bowlers bowling in this Singles Championship for the first time made for an interesting game. Martin started better and eased ahead and Richard was always playing catch up. Richard never gave up and kept reducing the deficit only for Martin to pull away again and again. After around 24 ends Martin claimed the win 21-14. Well Done Martin and commiseration to Richard.

EHBA Officers Final 23rd August 2022

Commiserations

Colin Milner made the final with some very good performances, he was up against Mark Plume from Buntingford. With 7 ends played Colin led 7-4. Mark then started to put pressure on Colin winning the next 8 ends to lead 17-7, Colin was bowling well but always had the edge. Colin then picked up 3 however it didn’t effect Mark as he ended up winning 21-10. Well bowled Colin it just wasn’t your day.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Semi Final 26th August 2022

Congratualations

Micky Towers & Dale Large reach the EHBL 4 Wood Pairs and are in line for a classic double. Dale & Micky played a pairing from Welwyn Garden City. The game was very even early on and after 5 ends our pair were 4-3 up. The middle part of the game saw Micky & Dale pull away into a 15-4 lead with 11 ends gone. They continued to pull further away and at 24-8 the WGC bowlers conceded. Well done great result.

EHBL Singles Semi Final 24th August 2022

Commiserations

Bob Hayter travelled to Rosehill to play Steve Kenway from Whit Hern BC. The green was very fast and it took Bob too long to find the weight. With some excellent heads during the game and Steve bowling well Bob was always playing catch up. Once Bob found the weight it as all over and Bob lost 21-10. Well done Steve.

EHBL Triples Semi Final 24th August 2022

Commiserations

Micky Towers, Colin Milner and Tim Maynard played a triple from Welwyn & District. With our triple controlling the game it seems hard to believe that they didn’t go on and win. On various occasions our triple were holding 4’s and 5’s when their opponents managed to get the guides to keep it tight. Even on the last end it happened again dropping a 4 when holding the game and they went on to lose 16-14.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs Semi Final 23rd August 2022

Commiserations

Micky Towers and Tim Maynard who stood in for Dale Large travelled to Bishops Stortford to face Vic Greenberg and Dave Murphy from Buntingford BC. The game was always going to be an interesting game. The Buntingford pair had the edge in this game and they won 17-10.

EHBA Triples Semi Final 22nd August 2022

Commiserations

Micky Towers, Colin Milner & Tim Maynard played this semi final against Jim Parsley, Harry Wright & John Jones at WEare BC. The only details we have currently is that our triple losr 16-14 ……further details will follow.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs Semi Final 20th August 2022

Congratualations & Commiserations

Micky Towers & Dale Large played team mates Barry Osman & Richard Rogers in this 4 wood semi final. Richard & Barry started well and were 9-3 up after 8 ends. Dale & Micky have already qualified for a couple of finals so this game was far from over. With 15 ends played the score was 12-11 to Barry & Richard. A couple of good ends for Micky & Dale moved them ahead into a 17-12 lead. Two ends later it was 17-14, however with Barry & Richard looking for shots they dropped a 4 leaving a mountain to climb and eventually trhey lost 21-15.Good Luck to Micky & Dale.
Congratulations to Micky & Dale, Commiserations to Barry & Richard.

EHBL Secretaries Singles Semi Final 19th August 2022

Congratualations

Dale Large travelled to Rosehill to play Len Curtis from Northaw & Cuffley BC. Dale looked good early on moving into a 7-1 lead after 5 ends. Dale continued to bowl well keeping his 6 shot lead, after 13 ends he was 12-6 up. Dale then moved away just dropping one more shot and won this game 21-7 to move into the EHBL Secretaries Singles final. Well done

EHBL Singles Semi Final 17th August 2022

Commiserations

Micky Towers played this semi final in terrible conditions against Phil Russell from Welwyn & District BC. The game was always going to be a classic. With both bowlers bowling well they just couldn’t be split. With the score at 18 all the green keeper called a halt to the game as the green was flooding. Both players agreed to wait but no further play was allowed and the players tossed a coin which Micky lost. Not the best way to decide a semi final, unlucky Micky.

EHBA Officers Singles Semi Final 17th August 2022

Congratualations & Commiserations

Colin Milner faced Brian Metzner as these team mates played in this Semi Final. This was always going to be a close game and so it was. With 9 ends played the score was level at 5 all. Colin then pulled away and led 17-9 after 17 ends. Four ends later Brian found some of the Rye Park spirit and levelled the game at 17 all. This was anybodies game, 2 ends later it was 18 all, Colin then dug deep winning the next 3 ends to win 21-18. Well done to both of you, and good luck in the Final.

EHBA Fours Semi Final 12th August 2022

Congratualations

Micky Towers, Colin Milner, Dale Large & Tim Maynard travelled to Hertford for this semi final against Jim Parsley, Harry Wright, Joe Dunne and John Jones. Our fours started well a moved 12-0 up after 7 ends. The lead was reduced but it was to much for them to pull back, they did get to 15-9 after 16 ends, however our four then pulled away to win 18-11, well done great result.

EHBA Singles Semi Final 11th August 2022

Congratualations

Richard Rogers travelled to Ware BC to face Gwyn May from Buntingford BC. Richard started well and moved into a 8-0 lead after just 6 ends. Richard continued to bowl well and keep it tight. After 14 ends the score was 11-8 in Richards favour. Richard continued to pile on the pressure and won the next 5 ends to win 21-8 and reach the EHBA singles final where he will face Martin Nash from Whit Hern BC. Well done Richard.

EHBA Champion of Champions Semi Final 11th Aug 22

Commiserations

Micky Towers travelled to Whit Hern for this semi final against DRek Hurford from Northaw & Cuffley BC. Micky staeted well and was 10-7 up after 10 ends. Micky then pulled awat into a very good lead and was 17-8 up after 17 ends. Derek started his comeback and Micky then lost his way and Derek won the next 7 ends to win 21-17 to reach the final. Unlucky Micky.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Quarter Finals 9th August 2022

Micky Towers & Dale Large travelled to Welwyn Garden City for this game. Another strong start by our pair, they led 10-3 after 6 ends. However the WGC pair came back well and led 14-13 after 13 ends. Six ends later it was all over as Micky & Dale pulled away scoring 16 shots to their opponents1 and won this game 29-15. Well done to you both.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Quarter Finals 8th August 2022

Don Stevenson & Brian Metzner travelled to Buntingford to play Ross Murphy and Garry Warrender in this match. On a very suspect green with not a lot of turn the Buntingford pair found it quicker than Don or Brian and they lost this game.

EHBA 4 Woods 4th Round 6th August 2022

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers travelled to Buntingford for our third game in two days to play Ross Murphy and his son. Barry & Richard started well and they led 10-8 after 7 ends, with 15 ends played Barry & Richard had pulled away into a 21-11 lead. Ross and his son then started to come back picking up 6 shots bringing the score to 21-17 after17 ends. The next 2 ends our pair had moved into a 24-17, our pair lost the next 2 ends but held on for a 24-21 win. Well done to you both.

EHBA 2 Woods 2nd Round 6th August 2022

Micky Towers & Dale Large had an early start today when they travelled to Buntingford for this 2 wood game that started at 9.30am. A very even start in this match and hard to split the teams. After 7 ends were played Micky & Dale then pulled away to win 22-10 when the Buntingford team conceded, well done.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 4th Round 5th August 2022

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith travelled to Buntingford. Their opponents were Ross Murphy & Jennie Keeling. The score doesn’t reflect the scorecard as Richard & Marion lost 21-10. Hopefully you can reverse the score tomorrow in the4 Wood pairs.

EHBL Singles 4th Round 5th August 2022

Dale Large & Bob Hayter were drawn against eachother in this 4th round clash. On a tricky rink on a sunny morning Dale took the lead on the first end and after 10 ends led 8-5. Dale continued to bowl well and eased into a 12-6 lead. Bob then clawed a few shots back to only be 1 shot behind after 18 end at 12-11. Dale then turned on the pressure pulling away into a 18-11 lead after 22 ends. This game was far from over as Bob started his comeback and on the 28th end it was all level at 19 all. Bob took the lead for the first time after 29 end to lead 20-19, the next it was over with Bob winning 21-19. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 4th Round 4th August 2022

Micky Towers welcomed Martin Nash from Whit Hern BC, these have already met in the EHBA singles where Martin came out on top. This Micky was up for it and moved early into the lead at 6-2 up after 5 ends. Micky started to pull away and Martin just couldn’t find it and Micky moved into the semi final winning 21-10, well done and good luck.

EHBL Singles 4th Round 2nd August 2022

Colin Milner travelled to Whit Hern to play Steve Kenway. This was a very tight affair and after 10 ends it was 10 all, then after 14 ends it was 13 all followed by 15 all. After 21 ends Colin led 20-17 looking good for a semi final place. However that final single shot was elusive and Colin lost the next 4 ends and lost 21-20. Very unlucky.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 4th Round 2nd August 2022

Micky Towers & Dale Large travelled to Northaw & Cuffley BC to face John Dowler & Derek Hurford. A good start from our pair as they moved into a 10-5 after 10 ends. After 15 ends our pair were 13-12 down. This game became nip and tuck and after 18 ends they were17-16 down. However, an excellent finish by Micky and Dale won the last 3 ends to win 24-17. Another good finish well done.

EHBA Fours 3rd Round 1st August 2022

Micky Towers, Colin Milner, Dale Large & Tim Maynard welcomed yet again another four from Buntingford, this time the skip was Vic Greenberg, with Peter Warren, Dave Murphy and Jamie Andrews. A good start by our four this didn’t last long as the Buntingford team drew level after 5 ends with the score at 6 all, 7 ends it was 7 all and 12 ends it was 11 all. The next 5 ends saw the Buntingford team move into a 21-11 lead it was not looking good for our four. However, the comeback of all comebacks was on the card when our boys picked up 8 shots in 3 ends and were only 21-19 behind. The memento had switch into our favour and so it proved with all of our four bowlers producing top quality bowling they picked up a 3 to win 22-21, well done to you all.

EHBA Champion of Champions 2nd Round 1st August 2022

Micky Towers travelled to Sele Farm BC to play Harry Wright in this game. Micky struggled early on as Harry piled in with some excellent bowls to lead 10-0. Micky had his hands full here and started the Rye Park comeback. It wasn’t long until Micky had pulled level at 15 all. Some great bowling by both players, however Micky continued and came away with a 21-17 win. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 3rd Round 31st July 2022

Micky Towers, Tim Maynard & Colin Milner played against a triple from Rosehill BC. A good start from our triple, moving into a quick lead 10-3 up after 7 ends. The next 7 ends were shared, 6 shots each bring the score to 16-9. The last 4 ends were kept tight and a good win by our triple 19-13. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 3rd Round 28th July 2022

Bob Hayter travelled to Sele Farm to play Jim Parsley from Se;le Farm BC. Jim decided to use his wifes woods the decision was correct on his part as they stayed very straight. Early on the game was close after 8 ends it was 5 all. Bob just couldnt find a line and when he did down came the straight wood. Even though Bob tried he never really got close losing 21-8.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 27th July 2022

Don Stevenson & Brian Metzner welcomed two bowlers from Welwyn Garden City BC. Brian & Don couldn’t have started any better collect a 6 on the first end. They dominated this game and led 20-5 after 12 ends. The WGC team pulled back a few shots to only 9 behind with 4 ends to play, however, Don & Brian closed the game out with 4 shot in the next 2 ends to lead 25-12 when the WGC team conceded. Well done another very good win.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 4th Round 27th July 2022

Dale Large welcomed Dan MacKenzie from Hertford BC in this 4th round game. The first set saw Dan start well picking up two 3’s in this set to win 8-5. The second set saw Dale winning 5 ends out of 7 to win this set 9-4. The final set with 5 ends played Dan was leading 4-3, Dale needed to keep this end tight but it didn’t happen and he dropped a 4 and lost 8-3. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 3rd Round 26th July 2022

Brian Metzner welcomed Rob Perry from Bishops Stortford BC. Brian started like a house on fire moving into a 12-0 lead after just 7 ends, Brian continued to bowl well and led 16-1 after 10 ends. Rob then started his comeback with a 4 on the 11th end and then a 3 on the 14th end. However Brian kept his concentration and won 21-9 to move into the Semi-Final and now faces Colin Milner, interesting.

EHBA Singles 4th Round 24th July 2022

Richard Rogers travelled to Hertford BC to paly Mike Rowe in this singles game. On a tricky green Richard found it better than his opponent did. After 5 ends Richard led. 7-1 and lead all the way through with some excellent bowling and came away with a 21-11 victory, well done and good luck in the Semi -Fiinal. More details will follow soon.

EHBA Fours 2nd Round 21st July 2022

Micky Towers, Dale Large, Colin Milner & Tim Maynard travelled to Rosedale BC to play John Bishop’s four. A slow start from our four and after 9 ends they had pulled back nearly all the early loses and the score shows us 7-8 down. The game moved on and with 17 ends played and losing 15-13 this was heading for a tight finish. However a very strong finish saw our four winning the last four ends picking up 10 shots and winning 23-15, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 21st July 2022

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith welcomed Steve Kenway & Jean Corbett from Whit Hern BC. Richard & Marion started well and were 10-7 up after 10 ends. This game was very tight with both teams picking up singles and after 16 ends Marion & Richard led 13-11, however Steve & Jean took the lead for the first time at 15-13 but Richard & Marion retook the lead and won well 21-17. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Fours 2nd Round 21st July 2022

Bob Hayter, Andy Adkins, Barry Osman & Dave Fussell travelled to Cheshunt BC . The green hadn’t been watered for over a week and it was as fast as an indoor rink. Our four started well however it was only singles. After 10 ends our four led 8-7. This game was close all the way through and 14 ends it was 12 all and 20 ends it was 17 all. The final end saw an outrageous wick and our four lost 18-17. Better Luck next time.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 20th July 2022

Micky Towers and Dale Large travelled to Buntingford BC to play Carl Frostick & Vic Greenberg. A very good start away as Dale & Micky led 13-6 after 12 ends. However Vic and Carl started their comeback winning 5 ends on the trot to lead to 17-13, after 17 ends. Micky & Dale then fought back picking up 7 shots in the next 2 ends to lead 20-17, Vic & Carl won the next 2 ends but only scored 2 singles, therefore Dale & Micky won 20-19. Well done another good win.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 1st Round 20th July 2022

Richard Rogers & Barry Osman travelled to Buntingford to play Peter Warren& Bryan Davies. A very tight game early on.with 8 ends played the score was 7 all. After 13 ends our pair led but they then dropped two 3’s which they just couldn’t pull back and they lose 15-17. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 3rd Round 20th July 2022

Colin Milner welcomed Merv Groom from Standon & Puckeridge BC. Another hot evening at Rye Park however it never seemed to worry Colin as he moved into a very good lead at 17-8. Colin then let things slip losing the next 7 ends falling behind 18-17. Colin then had a few words to himself and picked up the 4 shots he needed in the next 3 ends to win 21-18. Well done.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 19th July 2022

Barry Osman and Richard Rogers travelled to Sele Farm BC to face Peter Dougherty & John Jones. A very slow start by Barry & Richard as they fell 12-1 down after just 5 ends. This strange game saw our pair winning 9 out of the next 10 ends to lead 17-13 (15 ends). The Sele Farm pairing then pulled level at 18 all after18 ends. Richard & Barry then picked up 6 shots in the next 2 ends when Peter & Johno conceded. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 18th July 2022

Dale Large & Micky Towers welcomed Ray Hills & Mick Johnson from Cheshunt BC for this pairs game. With the game going backwards and forward, after 11 ends the score was 8 all. Two ends later Dale & Micky had dropped 6 shots and were 14-8 behind. Our pair pulled back the score on the 17th end to be 16-15. The 18th end our pair dropped a 5 and it looked like the game was over, however that HRPBC spirit kicked in and Dale & Micky picked up 6 shots to pull level after 21 ends with score ar 21 all. The extra end saw Dale holding shot and Micky covered the shot and they went on and won 22-21. Well done.

EHBA Champion of Champions

Micky Towers received a walkover due to his opponent being unwell. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 3rd Round 14th July 2022

Dale Large welcomed Andy Mansfield from Standon & Puckeridge BC for this John Simmons Singles game. Dale wanted to get this over quickly and won the first set 10-0. Andy then decided he wasn’t going down that easy in the next set and pulled it level winning this set 6-4. Dale then pulled away in the 3rd set and with Andy chasing Dale pulled further ahead to win 10-1. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 3rd round 13th July 2022

Brian Metzner & Don Stevenson travelled to Hertford BC to play Chris Sage & Dennis Neary. This game was close all the way through with the scores level on 4th, 6th, 14th & 20th end. The final end was very close and both teams couldn’t seperate the 2 nearest woods so a nuetral umpire was called and unfortunately we lost it by 2mm. Final score was 23-22. Better luck next year.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 13th July 2022

Clare & Andy Adkins travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play Graeme Indge and Sarah Best. On this very fast green on averry hot evening Andy & Clare were not on their “A” game and subsquently lost this game. Better Luck next season.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 1st Round 13th July 2022

Dale Large & Micky Towers travelled to Ware BC to play Neil Walker & Alan Franklin. Dale & Micky started strongly moving into a strong lead of 11-1 after 5 ends. They continued to hold their 10 shot lead and after 11 ends it was 15-5. Micky & Dale then moved further ahead only for Neil & Alan to reduce the lead back to 10 shots, a few end later it was all over at 23-11, well done & good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 13th July 2022

Colin Milner welcomed a young man from Buntingford BC. This was always going to be difficult and so it was. Colin took a while to get his barings and he found himself 13-2 down after 8 ends. Colin then showed the HRPBC fighting spirit and won the next 7 ends to lead 15-13. Two ends later it was all square at 15 all, Colin then started to pull away and finally won this very interesting game 21-16, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 13th July 2022

Bob Hayter welcomed Peter Tilley from Rosehill BC, the last time these met Peter came out on top. This was very close early on and with 7 ends the score was level at 5 all. Bob then won 5 of the next 6 ends and moved into a good position and led 18-7. The next 6 ends were shared so Bob goes through 21-10. Bob now faces Dale Large, interesting game ahead.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 11th July 2022

Brian & Sue Metzner welcomed Ross Murphy & Jennie Keeling from Buntingford BC the runners-up in the Mixed pairs last year, so a hard game was expected and it was. After 8 ends palyed both teams winning 4 ends each, however the with Ross & Jennie collecting 11 shots from their 4 ends and Sue & Brian just scoring 5. The Buntingford pairing continued to score high and eventually won 26-14. Better Luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 2rd Round 12th July 2022

Bob Hayter welcomed Rick Helm from Bishop Stortford BC for this early start. Bob started well with a 4 on the first end, Rick won a few ends but only singles against Bob’s 2’s & 3’s. After 10 ends Bob was leading 14-4 and he continued to bowl well and after 15 ends it was all over at 21-8. Good luck in the next round.

National Over 55’s Fours Area Semi Final 11th July 2022

Dale Large, Micky Towers, Barry Osman & Tim Maynard travelled to Welwyn & District BC for this semi final against a strong team from Royston BC. With their opponents bowling short jacks our four struggled and never got into any rythm. With the score showing that we were down 12-7 our four needed a good count but it never happened and they lost 15-7. Great effort from our team.

National Over 55’s Singles area Semi Final 11th July 2022

Dale Large had to travel again in this National Over 55’s singles. THis time it was to Buntingford to play Dave Murphy. With Dave playing on his home green this was always going to be hard. Dave bowled very well and came away winning 21-9. Unlucky Dale well done on reaching the area semi final.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 11th July 22

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith travelled to Rosedale BC to play a strong pair of John Bishop & Sue Allen. The game didn’t go as we would have planned as John & Sue came away winning 17-8. Better luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 9th July 2022

Brian Metzner travelled to Hertford BC to play Mike Irving. Mike started well moving into a 5-1 after 5 ends. Brian closed the gap to 9-8 after 11 ends then Brian won the next 3 ends to move 14-9 up but Mike came back again to 13-14. Brian then won 4 ends on the trot to win 21-13. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 3rd Round 9th July 2022

Micky Towers, Colin Milner & Tim Maynard had an early start for this triples game against 3 from Whit Hern BC. Thanks to Terry Eldridge for waking Tim up after a heavy night. A very good start by our triple moving into a 7-0 lead after just 5 ends. The Whit Hern triple never really got going and moved to a 19-7 lead with 3 ends remaining. Micky, Colin & Tim continued to keep the pressiure on and eventually won 25-7. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 3rd Round 8th July 2022

Colin Milner was due to play fellow team mate Richard Rogers in this singles match. However due to Colin being selected for DB England in the home Nationals on the dsame weekend as the EHBA Finals Colin has decided to withdraw from the Singles so Richard moves into the quarter finals. We wish Colin all the best and the rest of DBE team.

County “Team 10” Quarter Final 8th July 2022

We welcomed Baldock BC to our club for this quarter final game. With half of their team Middleton Cup bowlers this was always going to be difficult game.
Singles – Micky Towers played Jamie Claydon with 8 ends gone the score was 8 all. Micky then pulled away winning 7 ends on the trot to lead 19-8. Jamie tried to comeback however Micky won 21-12. Well done Micky
Pairs – Andy Adkins & Tim Maynard bowled very well to lead all the way through in this very tight game, their opponent never let them get to far in front and oiur pair won 19-17. Another great result for Andy & Tim well done.
Triples – Barry Osman, Brian Metzner & Richard Rogers started slowly dropping 2 sixes in the first 4 ends to be 14-2 behind. With the opponents skip Bob Dempster bowling very well this game was never going to be easy. Even though our triple kept trying they went down 28-9
Fours – Bob Hayter skipped this rink with Dave Fussell, Colin Milner and Dale Large. After 8 ends it was all level at 7 all. Paul Haskings skipping the opponents rink started to pull away picking up plenty of singles and were 14-10 up after 14 ends. With the pressure on the last few ends our rink lost their way and went down 26-12.
Good effort by our squad hopefully better luck next year. 4-6 /59-83

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 8th July 2022

Dale Large travelled to Hertford to play Andy Costin. This game was nip & tuc early on and 8 ends daw the score all level at 8 all. Andy then pulled away into a 14-9 lead. Dale then started his comeback and levelled the game at 17 all after 21 ends. two ends later Dale had clinched victory at 21-17, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 7th July 2022

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith welcomed Mike & Tina Rowe from Hertford BC. A slow start by Richard & Marion but they kept it tight and were level after 7 ends at 8 all. The middle part of the game saw Richard & Marion edge in front at 16-13. A strong finish saw Richard & Marion pick up 11 shots in the last 7 ends to win 27-15, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 2nd Round 7th July 2022

Micky Towers, Colin Milner & Tim Maynard had to play Don Stevenson, Brian Metzner and Terry Pook playing in his first outside competition. A strong start by Micky, Colin and Tim saw them move into a 16-1 lead after 9 ends. A few more ends passed when Don, Brian & Terry called it a day at 24-5. Good luck in the next round

EHBL Pairs 2nd Round 6th July 2022

Micky Towers & Dale Large played Richard Rogers & Barry Osman in this EHBL Pairs game. It’s always hard playing against club mates in outside competitions. A very even start by both teams with the score level after 7 ends at 5 all. Richard & Barry eased in front after 9 ends to 7-5. The next four ends were good for Dale & Micky as they picked up 7 shots to lead 12-7. Richard & Barry came back to 11-13 after 17 ends, however Dale & Micky picked up a 4 to pull away but Barry & Richard hit back with a 3 to close the gap to 3 shots. The last 2 ends were shared and Micky & Dale went through 18-15.Good luck in the next round.

County Over 55’s Fours Quarter Finals 5th July 2022

Dale Large, Tim Maynard, Barry Osman & Micky Towers played a team from Mill End BC. This game was played at a nuetrual green in this case it was Buntingford. This game wasn’t going the way we wanted and with just 3 ends to play with our four were 15-10 down. However the HRPBC spirit kicked in when our pair picked up 6 on the 16th end to lead 16-15, with great bowling they went on to win 18-16. Good luck in the Semi Final on Monday at Welwyn & District BC.
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EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 5th July 2022

Brian Metzner & Don Stevenson welcomed a pairing from Buntingford BC. A very even start by both teams until Brian & Don found their line. After 9 ends our pairing held a nice lead of 8-4. Don & Brian then started to pull away and after 16 ends when leading 15-6 the Buntingford pairing conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA officers Singles 2nd Round 5th July 2022

Colin Milner welcomed Andy Costin from Hertford to Rye Park. Colin started very well and was 9-1 up after just 7 ends. Andy then found his green and pulled level at 10 all, after12 ends. This game then became nip & tuck with Colin leading just keeping in front. After 21 ends Andy took the lead 18-17, Colin then hit him hard with 4 shots in 2 ends to win 21-18. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 4th July 22

Dale Large & Micky Towers travelled back to their old club to play Paul Sullivan & Bob Hammond who knocked out Bob & Dave in the last round. They found themselves 6-0 down after 2 ends, however they won the next 11 ends to lead 16-6, they continued to score big a won 23-10 well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 4th July 22

Richard Rogers & Barry Osman were due to play a pair from Rosedale tonight however due to illness they conceded the game to our pair.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 2nd Round 3rd July 2022

Micky Towers travelled to Hertford BC to play Andy Costin in this John Simmons Singles. After the original game that Micky Towers won was deemed nul and void after both players played the wrong format. This time Andy Costin came out on top winning 2 sets to 1. Micky took the first set but lost the 2nd & 3rd set, hopefully better luck next year.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round

Richard Rogers received a bye after his opponent went down with Covid, even though they had a 48 hour extension they couldn’t play. Richard now faces Colin Milner in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 2nd Round 30th June 22

Don Stevenson & Brian Metzner welcomed Zony & Arnie Manning from Buntingford. A very good start from our pair picking a 6 up on the 3rd end put them 8-2 up. The game became a lot closer and after 8 ends our pair were 9-10 down. Thankfully the Rye Park Spirit kicked in and our pair never looked back as they pulled away to win 25-14. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4’s 1st Round 29th June 22

Bob Hayter, Dave Fussell, Don Stevenson & Andy Adkins travelled to Buntingford BC to take on Carl Frostick, Scott Wake, Tony Keeling & Matthew. A good start by our 4 saw them move into a 12-3 lead after just 7 ends. The Buntingford boys started their comeback however our 4 never let them catch up and our team moved into a 19-11 with just 5 ends to play. Our 4 lost the next 5 ends but by keeping it tight our tream won 19-17. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 29th June 22

Micky Towers defending his EHBA Singles championship crashed out of this losing to Martin Nash from Whit Hern. Micky said “I bowled well but Martin bowled better”. The final score was 21-11.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 29th June 22

Brian & Sue Metzner welcomed John Gorry & Wendy Jeffrey from Rosedale BC. Our pair started poorly and found themselves 12-5 down after 12 ends. With true Rye Park spirit they won 7 out of the next 9 endfs to win 20-14. Well done and good luck in the next round.

National Over 55’s Singles Quarter Final 29th June 22

Dale Large had to travel again in this National Over 55’s singles. This time he travelled to Buntingford BC to play Gary Warrender. A very even start with 6 ends played the score was 7 all. Dale then picked up a 4 to lead 11-7 he then won 6 ends out of the next 10 to win well 21-11. Well done good luck in the next round, back at Buntingford to play Dave Murphy.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 29th June 22

Colin Milner received a call from his opponent who informed him that he had Covid and conceded the game.

County Over 55’s Fours 3rd Round 28th June 2022

Dale Large, Tim Maynard, Barry Osman & Micky Towers played a team from Kitcheners BC. This was a close game early on with just 7 ends played our rink were 6-4 down. The next 5 ends were won by our team and they moved 14-6 up, the next 4 ends were shared with 5 shots each when the team from Kitcheners conceded, well done everyone.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 28th June 2022

Dave Fussell travelled to Buntingford to face Mark Plume. Dave started well and kept the game very tight, however he then got stuck on 11 and Mark then eased away to win 21-11. Hopefully on Daves return to Buntingford tomorrow the result will be reversed.

County “Team 10” 3rd Round 27th June 2022

We welcomed Whitethorn BC to our club for the 2nd year on the trot. Last year they beat us so we were looking reverse the result this year.
Singles – Micky Towers played in the singles, Micky started slowly and fell behind and after 10 ends he was 11-2 down. Micky started his comeback and with 20 ends played he was only 1 behind – 14-15. After 24 ends Micky was 16-19 behind then he picked up a 4 to led 20-19, the final end saw 8 woods within a foot and Micky lost 21-20 Great effort.
Pairs – Tim Maynard & Andy Adkins led from the start and were never behind and with some great bowling only losing 5 ends they went on to win this game 34-5
Triples – Barry Osman, Richard Rogers & Brian Metzner played against a very good triple. Our triple fell behind early but just couldnt get in front, but as a good team they kept in tight and went down 14-17, we are sure they would have won but Whitethorn thru the towl in.
Fours – Bob Hayter, Dale Large, Colin Milner and Dave Fussell started well and never looked back, after 8 ends they were 17-1 up. They kept it tight even though they tried to comeback our 4 won well 30-13
Well done everybody on a good win.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 2nd Round 27th June 22

Bob Hayter travelled to Buntingford BC to play Scott Wake. Scott took the first set 9-3. The second set was close but Bob came out on top 9-4. The third set was a bit one way with scott winning 12-2. Enjoyable game but just good enough this time.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 26th June 22

Bert & Karen Gray welcomed Rick & Jan Helm from Bishops Stortford BC. Bert & Karen started slowly and were 7-0 down early on, but a spirited comeback saw them lead 8-7. After 9 ends it was 9 all and anybodies game however the strong pair from BS BC pulled away and picked up 9 shots on the last 2 ends to win 24-13. Better luck next year.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 25th June 22

Andy & Clare Adkins travelled to Bishops Stortford for their Mixed pairs game where they faced Kevin Tyrrell & Paula B. What a topsy turvy game this was, Andy & Clare started like a house on fire moving into a 17-2 led after 7 ends. Andy then went on a driving lesson and returned when Kevin and Paula had clawed back the deficit to lead 24-21. Andy & Clare managed to draw level on the final end, so an extra end was needed and Andy & Clare picked up a 3 to win this thoroughly entertaining game. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 25th June 22

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith played Ray Cutting & Chris Sharpe from Whit Hern BC. A very even start for tehe first few ends. Then Richard & Marion won 5 ends on the trot picking up 12 shots and moving into a 18-6 lead. They then moved into a tit of tat situtation that meant Richard & Marion won 26-15 very well done. Good luck in the next round.

National Mixed Pairs Area Quarter finals June 2022

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith travelled to Royston to face 2 international bowlers, one being Devon Cooper who has appeared on the Indoor world championships at Potters. A good fight was shown by our pairing unfortunately going down 22-8.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 2nd Round 24th June 2022

Dale Large travelled to Northaw & Cuffley BC to face John Dowler. This match could have gone ever way, Dale started well and managed to win the first set. The second set saw Dale leading, however with some excellent bowling from John he took the second set. The third set was nip and tuck but thankfully Dale came away winning 2-1. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 2nd Round 22nd June 2022

Bob Hayter travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play Rick Marshall. THis game was played on a very fast green, the match was nip and tuck with Rick leading after 10 ends with a score of 9-6. Bob then won the next 5 ends and pulled away into a nice lead of 14-9. Bob continued to collect singles and won 21-12. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 2nd Round 22nd June 2022

Dale Large travelled to Sele Farm to play Jim Parsley. Dale started well and moved into a little 4 shot lead early on. Dale continued to pull away and found himself 16-6 up after 14 ends. Although Jim attempted to claw the shots back but Dale was on his home game and won 21-10. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 2nd Round 22nd June 2022

Colin Milner travelled to Hertford BC to play Dan MacKenzie. This was a very tight game with Colin coming out second best in this new very difficult competition.

EHBL 2nd Round Singles 21st June 2022

Colin Milner travelled to Hertford for this singles game. Colin started slowly but soon got level after 11 ends with score ay 9 all. The next few ends were shared then Colin hit a purple spot collecting 8 shots in 3 ends to lead19-13, a couple more ends saw Colin winning 21-16 well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 2nd Round

Richard Rogers travelled to Buntingford to play Ross Murphy in this competition with the first two sets very close 5-6 & 5-7 Richard lost but put up a good fight.

EHBL Triples 1st Round 19th June 2022

Barry Osman, Richard Rogers & John Stevenson travelled to Buntingford for this triple game to face Ross Murphy and Co.. With 7 ends played we were 8-3 up, a poor 9th end saw our triple drop a 6 which put them 3 shots behind. After some very tight ends thy never could regain that 3 shots and went down 16-13, unlucky good effort.

EHBA Pairs 17th June 2022

Micky Towers & Dale Large played club team mates Andy Adkins & Colin Milner. This was a very tight game early on, It was only the last few ends that saw Dale & Micky take control and come away winners 19-11

EHBL Pairs 1st Round

Brian Metzner & Don Stevenson received a walkover as Alan Gibbs was unable to play the game before the deadline. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 17th June 2022

Micky Towers, Colin Milner & Tim Maynard welcomed Mark Harris’s team from Sawbridgeworth BC. Our triple started slowly and found themselves down by 12-2 after 7 ends. Our triple then picked up a 5 to claw a bit back, they then moved level with another 5 on the 13th end so now the score was 15 all. The next 5 ends we kept it tight and by winning 4 of those ends they came away with a 20-16 victory, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 1st round 17th June 2022

Richard Rogers & Barry Osman travelled to Bishop Stortford BC to play this game. A very even start and there was nothing between them so after 11 ends it was 7 all. On the 13th end a great 5 by Barry & Richard followed by a 4 on the 16th end put them 18-10 in front, even though the Bishops Stortford team did rally they couldn’t catch our pair winning 21-15. Well done a good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs

Brian & Sue Metzner were due to play a pair from Buntingford, however due to illness they had to concede and Brian & Sue go forward to the next round.

EHBL Pairs 1st Round 15th June 2022

Colin Milner & Tim Maynard traveled to Shire Park. Colin & Tim started very well and moved into a 10-3 lead with 9 ends played. The home bowlers then started their comeback and after 15 ends they were leading 12-11 up. Once the home pair got in front they never looked back and eventually they won 23-13. Better luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 1st Round 15th June 2022

Dave Fussell welcomed Andy Mansfield from Standon & Puckeridge BC in this first round game. This game was tight all the way through and Dave worked hard to win 21-20, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 13th June 2022

Bert & Karen Gray travelled to Bishop Stortford for this mixed pairs game. A very even start by both teams until Bert & Karen pulled away only to see the Bishops Stortford pair fight back, with the score at 15-14 with 15 ends played. The next 5 ends Karen & Bert picked up 9 shots to win 24-15, well done and good luck in the next round.

County Over 55’s 2nd Round 13th June 2022

Dale Large, Micky Towers, Tim Maynard & Barry Osman welcomed a four from Herts BC. A good steady start by our four as they moved into the lead and they were 10-2 up after 10 ends. THe game became tight when the Herts four pulled it back to 16-13. however a strong finish saw our four winning 21-14.well done.

EHBA Triples 1st Round

Brian Metzner’s triple received a walkover as Bill Hampton was unable to play.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 12th June 22

Bert & Karen Gray travelled to Hertford for theis game but they came away in second place and will try again next year.

National Over 55’s 1st Round 12th June 2022

Colin Milner travelled to Buntingford to play Dave Baxter. Dave was straight on the button and was looking for a quick start and he got it beating Colin 21-5. Colin said that Dave was on fire this morning.

EHBA Triples 2nd Round 11th June 2022

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard & Micky Towers travelled to Bishops Stortford BC to play this triples game. A slow start by our triple and they were 5-0 down, the next 5 ends saw it all change as they moved ahead 14-6. The Bishops Stortford triple then started a comeback however our triple moved away and won 20-14. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Preliminary Round 10th June 2022

Brian & Sue Metzner welcome Dan MacKezie and Karen Owen from Hertford BC. With both teams sharing the first 4 ends that followed a slight hiccup by our pair dropping 10 shots in 4 ends putting them 14-4 down after 8 ends.Sue & Brian did slighty recover but it was always a challenge eventually losing 24-14, better luck next year.

EHBA Triples 2nd Round 10th June 2022

Barry Osman, Richard Rogers & John Stevenson travelled the short distance to Sele Farm BC to face Jim Parsley, Harry Wright and John Jones. In a tight game that could have gone ever way our triple just failed going down 15-10, better luck next year.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 9th June 2022

Micky Towers welcomed Mick Pomfrett from Rosedale BC in the defence of his singles. Micky started well and with 8 ends played he was 10-2 up. Micky then move to 13 – 4 then got stuck on 13. Mick then started his comeback and got within 1 shot and the score was 14-13 to Micky. Micky then knuckled down and won 21-13. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 9th June 2022

Dale Large travelled to Sele Farm to play Harry Wright. This game was nip and tuck all the way. Even though Dale led all the way through, Harry Wright then levelled the game in the 23rd end, 18 all. With Harry on the move he won the next 2 ends to win 21-18. Better Luck next year.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 9th June 2022

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell welcomed Chris Sage & Roger Barrett from Hertford BC. Bob & Dave never looked comfortable today, they fell behind early on and were always chasing the game eventually losing 21-13. Btring on 2023.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 8th June 2022

Andy & Clare Adkins welcomed Dave & Carole Earl from Rosedale BC. Andy & Clare started very strongly and were 20-4 up after 9 ends. Dave & Carole started to comeback winning 6 ends out of the next 7 ends, however Andy & Clare kept it tight and went on to win 25-15, well done and good luck in the next round.

County Triples 2nd Round 8th June 2022

Micky Towers, Tim Maynard & Colin Milner welcomed the triple from Sawbridgeworth they were Don Fox, Graeme Ingde & Phil Clews-Garner. Another close game early on, and after 8 ends the score was 6 all. Our triple then dropped 10 shots in the next 4 ends and our triple just couldn’t recover going down 12-18, better luck next year.

National Singles 2nd Round 8th June 2022

Dale Large welcomed Vic Greenberg from Buntingford. A very open game and neither player givin much away, the score was level after 9 ends 7 all. Dale then won 7 ends out of the next 8 ends to lead 17-8, Vioc started to comeback but he had too much to do and Dale won 21-14

National 4’s 1st Round 7th June 2022

Micky Towers, Colin Milner, Tim Maynard & Dale Large welcomed a strong Buntingford team that included, Ross Murphy, Scott Wake, Carl Fostict & Mark Plume. The match was very close and after 8 ends we were 5-7. The second half of the game saw the Buntingford team take control and they won 18-7.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 6th June 2022

Dale Large & Micky Towers travelled to Welwyn & District BC to play K Rylett & B Smith. Dale & Micky started strongly and were 10-2 up after 8 ends. It got even better in the second half with Dale & Micky, and with 13 end played they were 21-5 up and they continued to pull away and win 26-13, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 1st Round 6th June 2022

Bob Hayter welcomed Steve Ayton from Rosehill BC. This new competition is best of 3 sets 7 ends. Bob Hayter started well and won the 1st set 6-4, the second set was completly different with Steve bowling well and he won the next set 11-2. The 3rd set was very close and with one end to play Bob was 5-4 down, however somehow Bob managed to get the 2 he needed to win 6-5, so 2 sets to 1.

EHBA Singles 1st Round

Colin Milner received a walkover as Tony Duffinr Conceded.

EHBL Singles 1st Round

Bob Hayter received a walkover as John Arber Conceded.

EHBL Singles 1st Round

Dale Large received a walkover as Jim Smith Conceded.

National Over 55’s Pairs 1st Round 5th June 2022

Andy Adkins & Dave Murphy from Buntingford, they played a pairing from Baldock BC. Andy & Dave linked up well like old times back at Rosedale. They turned on the style with a 23-12 win. Well done and keep going.

National Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 3rd June 2022

Richard Rogers and partner Marion Smith welomed Gary Warrender & L Moyette. With our pair starting well they fell behind after 7 ends by 8-11. Richard & Marion then went on a great run winning the next 9 ends to win this game 26-11 with 2 ends left. Great tresult and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 3rd June 2022

Colin Milner welcomed Tom Phipps from Aston BC. Colin started so fast he must have booked a table for dinner. With 6 ends played Colin was 9-0 up. Tom then got of the mark, however Colin’s starter was ready and he stormed home to win 21-5. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 2nd June 2022

Richard Rogers welcomed Dave Smith from Aston BC. A very tight game all the way through with both bowlers coping well. Unfortunately this game went the way for Dave Smith with a final score of 21-16. Better luck next year.

National Singles Over 55’s 1st Round 1st June 2022

Richard Rogers welcomed Dave Murphy from Buntingford, in a close game Richard was just pipped 21-16

National Singles Over 55’s1st Round 1st June 2022

Colin Milner was expected to travel to Baldock however his opponent conceded and Colin moves ford.

EHBL Fours Preliminary 31st May 2022

Micky Towers, Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Dale Large travelled to local club Rosehill. Our four just couldn’t get into this match and they crashed out 21-15.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 31st May 2022

Brian Metzner & Don Stevenson also started their campaign at ware BC they faced Keith Myall & Stuart West. Brian & Don started well aqnd held on infact they just kept pulling away and won very well 29-8, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood pairs 1st Round 31st May 2022

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell started their 4 Wood pairs campaign at Ware BC against Bob Hammond & Paul Sullivan. Bob & Dave started well and moved into a nice lead. They held the lead right up to the 20th end where they fell behind by one shot. The final end saw Bob & Dave try and level it but unfortunately they couldn’t and they lost 19-17

County Triples 2nd Round 30th May 2022

Dale Large, Andy Adkins and Bob Hayter traveled to Ware BC to face Malcolm Bentley, Neil Walker and Stan Pyne. The weather could have been better as it rained all night. The Ware BC triple started well and moved into an 8-0 lead with 5 ends played. Our triple started to pull back but the rubs were going in the home teams favour, whenever it looked liked our triple were back in the game a rub went against us. Our triple eventually lost this game 20-11. bring on 2023.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 29th May 2022

Micky Towers travelled to Bishop Stortford BC to play his singles game agaisnst Kevin Tyrrell. The game was very tight and after 9 ends the scores were level at 8 all. Micky then started to pull away and led 15-8 just 4 ends later. Micky then kept it tight and came away winning 21-12., well done and good luck in the next round.

National Over 55’s Singles 1st Round 28th May 2022

Dale Large travelled to Royston BC in this singles game. Dale started well and moved into a steady led. His opponent never led in this game and Dale won 21-11, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 27th May 2022

Bob Hayter welcomed Les Gray from Hertford BC. Bob never found his line today and the harder he tried the harder it was. Bob fell behind on end one and never caught Les up and bob lost 21-10. Not a good day.

EHBA Triples 1st Round 26th May 2022

Colin Milner received a walkover due to his Rosedale opponents all returned from a holiday with Covid.

EHBL Triples 1st Round 26th May 2022

Tim Maynard, Colin Milner & Micky Towers welcomed a triple from Hertford. Our triple started well and after 7 ends they led 9-2. The next 2 ends saw the Hertford team close the gap but our triple then pulled away to lead 20-8 and then 3 ends later it was all over and a win to our triple 22-10 well done and good luck in the next round

EHBA Triples 1st Round 26th May 2022

Bob Hayter, Dale Large and andy Adkins travelled to Sawbridgeworth to play Don Fox, Graene Indge and Phil Clewes-Garner. The green was as fast as bowling indoors. This game was always going to close, our triple started slowly but always kept in close. On the 12the end oyr triple led 12-10 and holding 6 when Don Fox managed to take the shot and our triple never recovered from that losing 19-14, better luck next time.

EHBL Triples Preliminery Round 25 May 2022

Don Stevenson, Terry Pook and Brian Metzner took on Jim Parsley, Petetr Doherty and John Jones from Sele Farm. With 6 ends played our triple found themselves down 7-1. Our team worked hard and pulled most of the shots back to only trail 12-14 after 13 ends. Don, Terry and Brian worked hard but could not catch the Sele Farm team and we lost 18-15. Better luck next season.

County Triples 1st Round 25th May 2022

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers took on a triple from Rosehill. Our boys started slowly and were 10-5 down after 10 ends. The next 5 ends saw a turnaround with our boys picking up 12 shots to led 17-10 with 3 ends to play. However the Rosehill triple came back to led 18-17, the final end saw us pull level and an extra end was needed. Colin, Tim & Micky managed to win the extra end and moved into the next round 20-18. Well done and good luck in the next round.

County “Team 10” 2nd Round 23rd May 2022

After Riverain BC conceding in the first round we were then drawn away at Abbots Langley BC for the first time, possibly ever.
Singles – Micky Towers played in the singles, Micky led most of the way with his opponent staying close but Micky held on to win 21-18
Pairs – Tim Maynard & Andy Adkins led from the start and were never behind and with some great bowling won this game 34-13
Triples – Barry Osman, Richard Rogers & Brian Metzner played against a very good triple. Our triple fell behind early but eventually they pulled level on 12th end with the scores at 10 all. Our opponents pulled away again only for our triple to pull level with one end to play. With some excellent bowling from our boys they picked up a 6 to win this match 20-14.
Fours – Bob Hayter, Dale Large, Colin Milner and Dave Fussell all struggled on a very straight green and were 18-5 down with 6 ends left to play. They managed to recover by picking up 11 shots in the last 6 ends but still lost 20-16
Well done everybody on a good win.

National 4 wood Pairs 1st Round 22nd May 2022

Dale Large after playing the triples this morning travelled to Rosedale BC with Micky Towers to play Colin Dyer and Alan Spicer. At the halfway stage our pair were one shot behind then the next end dropped a 5 which they never recovered from and lost 17-13. Not a good day for Dale,

EHBL Triples 1st Round 22nd May 2022

Dale Large, Andy Adkins & Terry Eldridge started their campaign against a Triple from Hertford. A very slow start from our three. After 7 ends the scores were level at 6 all, however our triple managed to lose the next 4 ends falling 13-7 behind. With the rubs all going against our team they never managed to pull back that deficit eventually losing 10-19.

EHBA Triples 1st Round 20th May 2022

Richard Rogers, Barry Osman and John Stevenson travelled to Hertford for this first round game. Well what a start to this competition, our boys started slowly losing the first end they managed a run of 14 ends without a reply until their opponents scored another point on 16th end where they conceded at 24-3, well done great start. Now they get to play at Sele Farm in the next round against Jim Parsley’s team.

National Mixed Pairs 1st Round 18th May 2022

Richard Rogers and his partner Marion Smith welcomed Graeme Indge and Sarah Best from Sawbridgeworth BC. Sarah and Graeme started well and led early on amd at the halfway stage they led 8-5. They then moved further ahead however after 16 ends the game was level at 11-11. With one end to play Richard & Marion were 1 behind but with a good final end they picked up a 2 to win 13-12. Well done and good luck in the next round.

Herts County Pairs 2nd Round 10th May 2022

Andy Adkins & Bob Hayter welcomed Chris Sage & Andy Costin from
Hertford BC to HRPBC. The game started well for Bob & Andy as they moved into an 8-2 lead. Chris was bowling very well and helped them to pull level at 8-8, Chris & Andy then moved ahead and Bob & Andy were playing catch up. With one end to play and one shot behind Bob & Andy just couldn’t get the shot they needed and they lost 15-13. Better luck next year.

EHBA John Simmons Singles 1st Round 9th May 2022

Richards Rogers travelled to Bishops Stortford to face John Henson. Richard is the first person to play in this competition. This is 3 set match. Richard only needed 2 sets winning 9-1 & 10-0. Well done Richard good luck in the next round.

Herts County Singles 2nd round 9th May 2022

Colin Milner continued his singles campaign, this time he faced Vic Greenberg from Buntingford BC. Another close game for Colin, however not the result he was looking for going out 21-15.

Herts County Pairs 1st round 6th May 2022

Dale Large & Micky Towers crashed out in this first round game to Martin Ball and Terry Wilkins from Bishop Stortford. This game was close all the way through with the scores level on at least 4 occasions. On the 15th end with scores level Dale & Micky dropped a 5 after and they were unable to pull this deficit back and eventually lost. Well done to the Martin & Terry on a noteable victory. Unlucky Micky & Dale.

Herts County Pairs 1st round 6th May 2022

Colin Milner & Tim Maynard travelled to Ware BC to face Neil Walker & Malcolm Bentley. Colin & Tim started very well and seamed to have this match sown up when they were 9-2 up after 7 ends. They continued to bowl well and 3 ends later they were 15-4. Neil & Malcolm started their comeback winning 7 of the next 8 ends to win this match 17-16, well done Neil & Malcolm. Unlucky Colin & Tim.

Herts County Singles 1st round 5th May 2022

Colin faced Peter Docherty who knocked Micky Towers out in the previous round. This was another tight game early on with neither bowler giving anything away. After 12, 14 & 18 ends the scores were level. Colin then started to turn the screw and picked up 9 shots in 4 ends to win 21-12. Well done Colin.

EHBL Singles Preliminery round 28th April 2022

Colin Milner travelled to Hertford BC To face John Moore. Colin had a very difficult game at Hertford. The match consisted of 27 ends, no one needs such a long game so early in the season. With the game being very tight and with 8 ends gone the score was 7 all. Both players were bowling well and after 16 ends the score was 12 all and with 22 ends it was 16 all. Colin then fell behind 17-16, however Colin managed to collect a 3 to move into a nice lead and with 2 further singles won 21-18. Well done & good luck in the next round.

Herts County Singles Preliminery Round 28th April 2022

Micky Towers had the envibable task in starting our season. Micky faced Peter Docherty from Sele Farm. The game started badly for Micky and after 5 ends he found himself 10-0 down. Micky then won 9 out of the next 10 ends to lead 15-12, a great response from Micky. However, Peter wasn’t finished and fought back and lead 20-17. Micky tried everything but when he tapped Peter’s wood in for shot it was all over. Micky lost 21-17. Better luck next year,

East Herts Bowls Association Comps 2022
Singles 1st Round
Tony Duffin v Colin Milner
Bob Hayter v L Gray
Micky Towers v M Pomfrett
Dale Large v Simon Stow
Richard Rogers v Mike Irving
4 Wood Pairs 1st Round
K Myall v Brian Metzner
R Perry v Richard Rogers
Paul Sullivan v Bob Hayter
Colin Milner v Dale Large
Triples 1st Round
Allan Brandford v Richard Rogers
Colin Milner v B Hayden
Don Fox v Dale Large
2nd Round
Brian Metzner v B Hampton
Fours 1st Round
Carl Frostick v Bob Hayter
Fours 2nd Round
Dale Large away
2 Wood Pairs 1st Round
Neil Walker v Dale large
Peter Warren v Richard Rogers
Officers Singles 1st Round
Dave Fussell v Andy Mansfield
2nd Round
Colin Milner Home
Bob Hayter v Rick Helm
Mike Irving v Brian Metzner
Mixed Pairs 1st Round
Andy Adkins v D Earl
Martyn Foster v Bert Gray
Dave Baxter v Brian Metzner
Steve Kenway v Richard Rogers
Champion of Champions 1st Round
Dave Crudgington v Micky Towers
John Simmons Singles 1st Round
Bob Hayter v S Ayton
Micky Towers v Tony Duffin
J Henson v Richard Rogers
2nd Round
Dan MacKenzie v Colin Milner
John Dowler v Dale Large

East Herts Bowls League Comps 2022
Singles Prelim Round
J Moore v Colin Milner
Singles 1st Round
J Smith v Dale Large
Richard Rogers v D Smith
J Arber v Bob Hayter
K Tyrrell v Micky Towers
4 Wood Pairs 1st Round
Alan Gibbs v Brian Metzner
B Smith v Dale Large
Bob Hayter v Chris Sage
A Croshaw v Richard Rogers
Mike Rowe v Colin Milner
Mixed Pairs Prelim Round
Brian Metzner v Dan MacKenzie
Simon Lloyd v Bert Gray
Bob Spence v Richard Rogers
Triples Prelim Round
Brian Metzner v J Parsley
Colin Milner v A Brandford
Dale Large v B Worsley
1st Round
Richard Rogers – Away
Alan Gibbs v Don Stevenson
Fours 1st Round
Jim Parsley v Colin Milner
Malcolm Songer v Dale Large
Secretaries Singles 1st Round
Dale Large v I Alexander

Outside Competitions 2021
Played 131 Won 74 Lost 57
Win Rate 56.5%

EHBA Triples Semi Final 17th August 2021
COMMISERATIONS

Richard Rogers, Barry Osman and John Stevenson travelled to Hertford BC to play their Semi-Final aganist Maurice Cullum, Ian Wood and Mike Humunick from Whit Hern BC. As we had already lost one triple in the other Semi Final all our hopes lie on them. The game was very tight all the way through. Rubs and flicks didn’t go our way. However with only one end to play our triple were 12-11 down, after the jack had moved a few times the final end was down to a measure which unfortunatley went against us and our triple lost 13-11. Better luck next year.

CONGRATULATIONS

EHBA Singles Semi Final 16th August 2021

Micky Towers travelled to Rosehill BC to face Harry Wright from Sele Farm BC in this semi final game. Micky started well and moved into a 6-1 lead after 5 ends. Micky continued to pick up shots albeit in singles and with 12 ends gone he still had a lead of 11-5. Micky kept it tight and held his lead and after 19 ends the score was 16-11, Micky then moved within one shot from victory at 20-11. The final push then came with Micky winning 21-13, Well done and good luck in the Final.

EHBL Triples 4th Round 14th August 2021

Andy Adkins, Dale Large & Gary Medler travelled to Sawbrigdgeworth BC to play this delayed quarter final. A great start for our triple and they were 5-1 up after 5 ends. With 10 ends gone they doubled their lead to 10-2. The 11th end almost sealed the game after our triple picked up a 7 to move 17-2 up with 11 ends gone. The Sawbridgeworth triple pulled a few back but after 17 ends with the score at 20-10 the game was won. Well done and good luck in the Semi-Final.

EHBL 2 Woods 3rd Round 13th August 2021

Alan Rowley and Terry Elgridge travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play their opponents. A slow start from our pair saw them 5-4 behind after 6 ends. They then found their line and weight and moved into a great lead and were 17-10 with 3 ends to play. The next 3 ends didn’t go to plan as our pair dropped 7 shots to draw 17 all. So an extra end was needed and with the Rye Park spirit and will power and after a very tight measure our pair won 18-17. Well done and good luck in the Semi-Final

EHBA Triples Semi Final 11th August 2021
COMMISERATIONS
Micky Towers, Colin Milner and Tim Maynard travelled to the neutral green to take on Carl frostick, Scott Wake and Mark Plume from Buntingford BC. The Buntingford team got into an early lead and after 5 ends they were 8-3 up. by the 10th end our triple had fallen even further behind at 15-9. We started a comeback and after 13 ends the score was 18-14 so just 4 behind. The 15th end saw the gap close to just 2 shots the score now 19-17. The 16th end was the game changer when Micky was unlucky when he flicked the jack the wrong way and we dropped a 4. One end later it was all over at 24-17. Great effort by our triple, better luck next year.

EHBL Secretaries Singles 9th August 2021

Dale Large played Brian Bushell from Buntingford BC in this quarter final game. Dale was a bit off today and whatever he tried didn’t come off. The more Dale tried the worse it got and Dale shock hands at 15-6 with 6 ends to play. Just a bad day at the office.

EHBL Triples 3rd Round 5th August 2021

Brian Metzner, Tony Lacey & Don Stevenson faced Jim Parsley, John Jones & Peter Dougherty from Sele Farm BC. A good start from our triple saw them lead 9-4 after 6 ends. Our triple then only won 2 ends out of the next 8 ends and fell 17-11 behind. They then picked up a 4 to close the score to 17-15. However the Sele Farm team finished strongly and won 24-16, better luck next year.
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Well done to our 2 triples teams in reaching the Semi-Finals

EHBA Triples 4th Round 5th August 2021

Richard Rogers, Barry Osman & John Stevenson welcomed Steve Richardson, Ralph Wheeler & Dave Crudington from Cheshunt BC. A great start by outr triples as they move into an 11-2 lead after just 6 ends. With 10 ends played our triple were still 7 shot up, they followed up with a strong finish only to see the Cheshunt triple concede with 3 ends to play with the score at 21-9. Well done and good luck in the Semi-Final.

EHBA Triples 4th Round 3rd August 2021

Micky Towers, Colin Milner and Tim Maynard travelled to Ware BC to face Neil Walker, Stan Pyne & Alan Franklin. A very even start and with 5 ends gone our triples were 5-4 down. The next 5 ends saw an amazing twist with our triple collecting 18 shots and move 22-5 ahead. They continued to score heavy and won 29-7 with 2 ends to play. Well done and good luck in the Semi-Final.

EHBA Fours 3rd Round 2nd August 2021

Micky Towers, Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Dale Large travelled to Bishop’s Stortford BC to play Bob Bennetts 4 were T Mckenzie, D Booth, G Taylor, B Mitchell. The Bishhop’s Stortford team bowled well and won 25-17. Better luck next year

EHBA Fours 3rd Round 2nd August 2021

Bob Hayter, Paul Faulkner, Dave Fussell and Andy Adkins took on Dave Hunt’s 4 which didn’t include him but did include Kevin Tyrrell, Adrian Yaraborough, Chris Beers and Paul Devall. This was a very close game after 12 ends our 4 were 6-7 down. A slight hiccup on the 13th end saw our 4 drop a 5 and they just couldn’t get back into the game and lost 16-13. Better luck next year.

EHBL Singles Quarter Final 2nd August 2021

Dale Large played this quarter final game today planning on wipeing out the memories of yesterday. He took on Barry Smith from Welwyn & District BC, Dale started well and was 12-2 up after 8 ends. Dale continued to bowl well and was 19-2 up after 12 ends. A slight hiccup saw his opponent pull back a few shots, however Dale picked up the two he needed to win 21-9. Great win, good luck the semi-finals.

County Area Finals Seniors fours 1st August 2021

Micky Towers, Dale Large, Tim Maynard & Andy Adkins travelled to Bishop’s Stortford to play 4 bowlers from Baldock BC. A great start from our four in this game saw them lead 9-0. It was looking good until the Baldock team got the jack and our four lost their lead. It got worse as the Baldock team edged away and finally won 18-16. Well done in getting so far, better luck next time.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 26th July 2021

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers travelled to Welwyn Garden City BC to face Stewart Parkhouse & Keith Avenell in this quarter final game. This game had more touches than any game our pair had played in before. This game was tight from the start and afer 7 ends it was 4 all and it was still level after 17 ends with the score at 11 all, what a game. the next 4 ends were all singles unfortunately 3 were to the WGC BC team who won 14-12. Better luck next year.

EHBA Fours 2nd Round 23rd July 2021

Bob Hayter, Dave Fussell, Paul Faulkner and sub Tom Wetton travelled to Sele Farm BC to face Harry Wright, Jim Parsley, John Ottley and Johna. On a very tricky green that even Jim Parsley couldn’t find our four bowled well and affter 8 ends they lead 7-3. With our four keeping it tight and only dropping singles and picking up multipes scores and our boys lead 16-5 after 13 ends. Sele Farm started a comeback but our 4 kept it tight and won 23-12. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Fours 2nd Round 23rd July 2021

Dale Large. Tim Maynard, Colin Milner & Micky Towers travelled to Hertford BC. With Tim & Dale playing up front and bowling well Colin & Micky had a easy evening. A great start saw our 4 moved into a 14-0 lead with just 8 ends on the board. They continued to bowl well and won 26-8. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 21st July 2021

Micky Towers & Dale Large faced a strong pair from Buntingford BC in the form of Dave Murphy & Brian Bushell.. This was a very exciting game and after 5 ends, 8 ends 10 ends and 12 ends the scores were level. The 15th end Micky & Dale moved ahead at 10-9. The game was still anybodies and with 2 ends to play Micky & Dale led 14-12. Brian & Dave then picked up a 2 to level the game with one end to play. Dale bowled up and was sitting on the jack however Dave Murphy eased him off to win 15-14.

EHBA Triples 3rd Round

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers welcomed the Hertford castle triple including Mike Rowe, Chris Sage and Mike Toynton. A very good start with the first 6 ends our triple were 9-0 up. They restricted the Hertford Castle boys to a couple of single as they piled on the pressure to lead 19-2 after 10 ends. They dropped one more single shot as ther towel was thrown in at 26-3. Great result well played & good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 2nd Round 20th July 2021

Don Stevenson, Brian Metzner & Tony Lacey welcomed Gordon Frost, Ian Strong and Les Brown from Welwyn Garden City BC. A great start from our triple with a 7 on the 2nd end followed by a further 7 shots from the next 3 ends, as they lead 14-2. They continued to pick up shots and moved well clear and the Welwyn Garden City bowlers conceded after 16 ends with the score at 23-9. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 20th July 2021

Bert Gray & Karen Gray played a very strong pair from Bishop’s Stortford Dan MacKenzie & C Owen. Bert & Karen bowled well but their opponents bowled better and our pair went out after conceding after 17 ends. Better luck next year.

EHBA Champion of Champions 1st Round 20th July 2021

Bob Hayter travelled to Northaw & Cuffley to play Dave Fryatt. This was a very hot morning, and both bowlers started well however Bob couldn’t get off the mark with 7 ends played Bob was 7-0 down. Bob crawled his way back to 13-14 after 21 ends. Bob was bowling well but the rubs were certainly not going his way and he lost 21-13.

EHBA Singles 5th Round 19th July 2021

Micky Towers travelled to Buntingford BC to play Carl Frostick. Micky continued his great form. After 8 ends Micky lead 10-2 and continued to keep the ptressure on Carl and Micky eased into the semi final with a 21 -8 victory. Great result well played & good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles Quarter Final 19^th July 2021

Colin Milner had to travel to Sele Farm BC to play Harry Wright. Colin played Harry earlier in the season losing 21-10. Unfortunately for Colin after a great game he came out second best again this time it was a lot closer losing 21-18. Better luck next year.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 3^rd Round 19^th July 2021

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers travelled to Welwyn & District BC to play Paddy Jones and Eddie Goodhall. The first 7 ends were all singles with our pair leading 4-3. Barry & Richard then won 7 of the next 8 ends which included a 6 on the 14^th end to lead 18-5. This allowed them to keep it tight and 3 ends later the Welwyn & District pair conceded at 21-7. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 4th Round 17th July 2021

Colin Milner travelled to Ware BC to face Paul Green. Colin started well and held the lead right up to the 14th end when Paul took the lead and led 11-10; a very tight game. It only took Colin 3 ends to move back in front at 13-12. Colin then competed a 6 end winning streak to lead 18-12. just 3 ends later it was all over and Colin won 21-15 and now faces Harry Wright at Sele Farm BC in the next round. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 2nd Round 16th July 2021

Dale Large, Andy Adkins & Gary Medler travelled to Hertford BC to face Steve Ellis, Jerry Tattersall & Mike Toynton. Our three were 13-2 up after just 8 ends, and they never looked in trouble with the score a 19-4 it was just a matter of time,, The Hertford team did win 7 ends but they could only score singles. The game finished with a score of 24 -7. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Secretaries Singles 1st Round 16th July 2021

Dale Large travelled the short distance to Hertford BC to play Andy Costin, Dale started well and after 7 ends he lead well at 12-4. Dale continued to bowl well and didn’t give Andy a chance to recover. Dale had this game locked up after 17 ends it was a win 21-10, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 16th July 2021

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell playing their 3rd Pairs game in a week, didn’t go well against Colin Dyer & Alan Spicer from Rosedale BC. On a difficult green Bob & Dave found the conditions very difficult. Alan & Colin moved ahead and never looked back winning 27-7. Not a good week.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 3rd Round14th July 2021

Micky Towers & Dale took on Vic Greenberg and Mark Plume from Buntingford BC. Our pair never got into this game and the went down 30-8. This game should have been played at Buntingford however it was switch, maybe it would have been better to have travelled to Buntingford .

EHBA Singles 4th Round 14th July 2021

Dale Large had the long journey to Buntingford to play Bryan Davies in this 4th round singles game. A slow start from Dale put him under pressure early and he found himself 10-2 down with only 8 ends played. With 16 ends played Dale was still behind albeit the deficit was reduced to 15-9. Dale managed to get within 3 shots at 19-16 however Bryan picked up the 2 shots he needed to win 21-16. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 14th July 2021

Richard Rogers had a tough game against Steve Mahoney from Aston BC. A close game early on with 6 ends gone it was 5 all. Richard then struggled losing the next 5 ends and finding himself 15-5 down. Richard pulled a couple shots back to 18-10, knowing he couldn’t afford anymore slip ups he lost the next 2 close ends by 1 shot to be 20-10 behind. Richard picked up 4 shots however Steve got the one he needed to win 21-14. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 14th July 2021

Alan Rowley & Terry Eldridge played a pair from Buntingford BC in this morning game. Alan & Terry started very well and with 10 ends played our pair led 15-3. The Buntingford Boys started their comeback and with 3 ends to play Alan &Terry led 18-12, they just had to keep it tight and they did and they won 22-13. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4’s 2nd Round 13th July 2021.

Tim Maynard, Tom Wetton, Dale Large and Micky Towers travelled to Welwyn Garden City BC to play Stewart Parkhouse’s four. A good start from our boys leading 5-1 after 5 ends. They then fell away and lost the next 6 ends to fall 14-5. Our boys came back well and with 2 ends to play the score was now 16-13. Unfortunately we lost the next 2 ends and our 4four lost 19-13. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 4th Round 13th July 2021

Dave Fussell & Bob Hayter welcomed Steve Kenway & Kevin Norman from Whit Hern BC. Bob & Dave bowled well and moved into a very comfortable lead and after 11 ends they were 17-7 up. Steve & Kevin started a come back but it was more than a come back they clawed their in front with some excellent bowling, Bob & Dave had no answer and lost 30-17.

County Seniors Fours Semi Final Round 12th July 2021

Tim Maynard, Dale Large, Andy Adkins and Micky Towers travelled to Welwyn & District BC for this Semi-Final game against a Potter Bars BC four.. On a very wet evening that saw our ladies game cancelled due to water logging on our green our men bowled extremely well in this semi-final. They got off to a great start that saw them go 6-0 up after 5 ends.. A slight hiccup dropping 3 shots in 3 ends to take the score to 7-3. The next 6 ends our boys won to lead 20-5 and the Potters Bar team had to concede. A great result in this County Senior fours. The final is at Bishop’s Stortford on Sunday 1st August further details will follow soon. WELL DONE

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 12th July 2021

Bob Hayter welcomed Dave Murphy from Buntingford BC. This game was very tight early on with Dave just having the edge and after 10 ends the score was 7-6. Dave then pulled away and led 20-11 after 21. Bob had to start now and he did picking up a 4 then a 3. The next end Bob tried a short one but came up 2 cm short, Dave put a long one up, Bob was holding one but Dave just drew his last wood in for a measure which he got, so Bob lost 21-18

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 11th July 2021

Dale Large welcomed Peter Bowyer to our green for this singles game. This game was nip & tuck from the start and after 14 ends the score was 10 all. Dale then started to pull away into a comfortable lead and was 19-14 up after 21 ends. Peter then started his come back and 2 ends later it was 19 all. Dale then got back into it and won 21-19. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 10th July 2021

Dave Fussell and Bob Hayter travelled to Parkside BC to play 2 bowlers from BSP. The green was not the best to say the lease. The first end was not good for us with Dave putting 2 of his woods into the ditch and Bob getting nowhere near the jack they dropped a 7, this was going to be difficult. Bob & Dave tried hard to get these 7 back and it took 15 ends before it was level at 14 all. After 18 ends it was 16 all. Bob & Dave move into the lead on the 19th end and held on to win 19-17. What a game. Well done and good luck in the next round,

EHBA Singles 4th Round 9th July 2021

Micky Towers travelled to Hertford BC for this 4th round game. Micky started well and wanted to get this game over quickly as the heavy rain was planned. Micky bowled so well it took him just 11 ends and the game was over with the score at 21-1. Well done and good luck in the next round,

EHBA Mixed Pairs 4th Round 8th July 2021

Bert & Karen Gray welcomed a top team from Buntingford BC. Bryan Davies and Roxanna Clifton had control of this game from start to finish as our pair went down 29-11. A very good run in this competition, better luck next year.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 8th July 2021

Brian Metzner and Tony Lacey welcomed back Chris Sage and Andy Costin from Hertford BC. Even though Tony & Brain won the first two end losing 9 ends out of the next 10 didn’t help their cause to progress to the next round. With the score at 5-18 they needed to knuckle down but just couldn’t put a run together and they conceded at 12-22 with 2 ends to play. Better luck next season.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 7th July 2021

Marion Smith & Richard Rogers welcomed local rivals Kevin & Carol Norman from Whit Hern BC. Richard & Marion couldn’t have got off to a worse start and were 13-2 after just 8 ends. This game just didn’t go our way and with the score at 18-8 after 14 ends Richard & Marion called it a day.

County Seniors Fours Quarter Final Round 6th July 2021

Tim Maynard, Dale Large, Andy Adkins and Micky Towers travelled to Riverian BC to play 4 bowlers from Aston BC at this neutral green. A great start from our bowlers as they moved into a 9-4 lead after 7 ends. For a quarter final our bowlers looked very strong and moved further away only losing one end in the last 8 ends. A great win by our four with a final score of 21-5. Good luck in the Semi-Finals against four from Potters Bar at Welwyn & District BC on Monday 12th July, any support will be appreciated.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 5th July 2021

Alan Rowley & June Varney travelled to Rosedale BC to play John Bishop & Sue Allen. The 2 Rosedale bowlers were too strong for our pair, eventually losing 21-10. Better luck next year.

EHBA Triples 3rd Round 5th July 2021

Dale Large, Gary Medler and Andy Adkins welcomed fellow team mates Richard Rogers, John Stevenson & Barry Osman. John, Richard and Barry started well and moved into a nice lead of 10-3 after just 6 ends. With the game falling away from Gary, Dale & Andy and with 12 ends played the score was now at 19-8. Dale, Gary & Andy needed something special and they managed to collect a 6 to bring the score to 19-14. Even though they tried hard Barry, Richard & John bowled well to win 24-15. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 3rd Round 1st July 2021

Paul Faulkner one of our newer members travelled to Buntingford for the first time to face the very experienced bowler Tony Keeling. We do not have any details however we do know that Paul lost this game 21-10. Better luck next year.

National Over 55’s Singles Quarter Finals 30th June 2021

Richard Rogers welcomed Steve Kilford from Royston BC for this quarter final game. We don’t have any details yet, however we do know that Richard lost 21-10. Well done in making the quarter finals.

EHBA Fours 1st Round 30th June 3021

Dale Large, Tim Maynard Colin Milner and Micky Towers travelled to Bishop’s Stortford BC to face Rick Helm, Denis Stevenson, D Croft and Roy Piggott. A great start saw us move into an 11-2 lead with just 6 ends gone. Our four kept up the great bowling and moved further ahead and were 18-6 up after just 11 ends. The Bishop’s Stortford boys started there come back and they reduced the deficit to 18-13, however our team knuckled down and moved into a great lead and were 28-14 up with 2 ends left. Our four dropped a 2 on the 20th end and with score 28-16 the game was over. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Fours 1st Round 30th June 3021

Bob Hayter, Dave Fussell, Andy Adkins and Paul Faulkner travelled to Rosedale BC to play Ron Powell, Gerald Smedley, P Pinnington and R Thomas. This game was nip and tuck and after 10 ends the score was 8 all. Bob’s team started to get into a rhythm and eased away into a 20-8 lead after 15 ends. Ron Powell was struggling with his hip and they decided to conceded the game. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Fours 1st Round 30th June 3021

Brian Metzner’s four waited for the bowlers from Sawbridgeworth BC, when they arrived they were one short and therefore had to concede the match and Brian’s four go through. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 30th June 2021

Dave Fussell and Bob Hayter travelled to Rosehill BC to face Dave Ayres & Dave Kenton in this local derby game. Another close encounter with Dave & Bob bowling well against the very experienced bowler in Dave Ayres it was never going to be a stroll in the park. Bob & Dave were holding shots on most ends but Dave always managed to reduce or get the shot. After 10 ends our pair were 8-7 down. However with Dave & Bob winning 8 out of the next 11 ends they won 22-14. Good luck in the next round.

County Seniors Fours 3rd Round 29th June 2021

Tim Maynard, Dale Large, Andy Adkins and Micky Towers travelled to Mill End BC for the first either club can remember. A good start by both teams as you would expect at this stage of the competition. With 10 ends played the score was 9 all. With 5 ends left our four only needed 4 ends to win as the Mill End team conceded. A great performance by our team winning 15-9 to move into the quarter finals. Keep it going well done.

EHBL Pairs 2nd Round 29th June 2021

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers welcomed 2 bowlers from Parkside BC in this 2nd round game. Even though we got off to a slow start after 7 ends it was all square at 6 all. Richard & Barry then pulled away and were 17-9 up with just 5 ends to play. The next 3 ends were lost by our pair and the score was now showing a small lead to us at 17-16. So we just 2 ends to play and Richard & Barry had to dig deep and they did to win 20-16. Good luck in the next round.
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EHBL Pairs 2nd Round 28th June 2021

Dale Large & Micky Towers travelled to Welwyn Garden City to face a new pairing. Micky & Dale found the green quicker than the home pairing as our pair moved away into a great lead, and after 9 ends the score was 17-1. The Welwyn GC boys started a come back however after 16 ends they called it a day, with Dale & Micky winning 23-10. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 2nd Round 26th June 2021

An early start for Dale Large after a late finish the day before. Dale travelled to Bishop’s Stortford BC to face Rick Marshall. Dale continued his good form here and came away with another victory winning 21-10. Well done Dale keep it up.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 25th June 2021

Dale Large travelled to his old club Ware BC to face Simon Stow in this 2nd round singles game. An even start saw both players bowling well and after 5 ends it was 5 all. With some great bowling by Dale saw him win 7 ends on the trot and move into a 17-5 lead. Simon started to come back but the difference was too much and Dale won 21-11.Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 25th June 2021

Bert & Karen Gray played Ray Cutting and Christine Sharp from Whit Hern BC. Bert & Karen started slowly but after 8 ends they found themselves in front 11-10. After 16 ends it looked all over at 13-24, but that’s when the HRPBC fighting spirit kicked in. The last 5 ends saw them pick up a 3×3 and 2×1’s to draw level at 24 all. An extra end was needed with Bert and Ray with one wood each left and the Whit Hern pairing holding game. Bert then drew the shot with his last wood, Ray couldn’t find it and Bert & Karen won 25-24. Well done great result.
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EHBL Pairs 2nd Round 25th June 2021

Brian Metzner & Tony Lacey took on a pair from Welwyn & District BC. Brian & Tony started well and were 9-1 up after 6 ends, 4 ends later they were 14-9 down. The Welwyn boys pulled away and were almost home after 18 the score was 27-19. Brian and Tony pulled back 4 shots to 23-27, they needed 4 on the last end for an extra end, at great effort by our boys and went down 26-27. Unlucky, better luck next year.

EHBL Triples 1st Round 25th June 2021

John Stevenson, Richard Rogers and Barry Osman welcomed Peter Bowyer, Jim Summerfield and Phil Russell from Welwyn & District BC. Our triple started slowly and after 7 ends they were 2-7 down. Even though our 3 tried to reduce the deficit but they just couldn’t get back and went down 12-18. Unlucky, better luck next year.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 24th June 2021

An early start for Bob Hayter as he travels to Hertford Castle BC to face Allan Brandford. Bob eased into a nice lead and after 9 ends Bob led 11-3. Bob continued to lead and with 18 ends completed the score was 17-12. Allan started to come back and drew level at 19 all with 25 ends played. Allan then was holding the 2 he needed but Bob drew 2nd wood, so Bob now 20-19 down. The next end saw Bob was holding one but came up short with his last wood, 20 all now. The 28th end saw Bob draw up to the jack which Allan couldn’t see and Bob won 21-20. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 2nd Round 23rd June 2021

Gary Medler, Andy Adkins & Dale Large travelled to Welwyn Garden City BC only for their opponents not to turn up. After a few calls the WGC BC bowlers conceded.

EHBL 4’s 1st Round 22nd June 2021

Dale Large, Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers travelled to Hertford BC to face Jim Smith. Len Hartfield, T Hartfield and R Hankin in this fixed date match. A steady start from both teams saw them sticking together and after 8 ends the score was 11 all. The rest of the game saw it going too and throw and 17 ends gone it was 21 all. A strong finish saw our boys pick up 4 singles on the trot to win 25-21. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 2nd Round 21st June 2021

John Stevenson, Barry Osman & Richard Rogers welcomed the Hertford BC team to face Steve Ellis, Jim Smith and Len Hartfield. After 8 ends our triple had already picked up two 6’s which put them into a good lead at 15-6. After 14 ends the game was almost out of sight when our triple were 22-7 up. So just 2 ends later the Hertford boys called it a day with the score at 22- 9. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 2nd Round 21st June 2021

Our triple Gary Medler, Dale Large and Andy Adkins travelled to Whit Hern BC to take on Alan Napier, Steve Kenway and Kevin Norman. Our triple started very strong and were 15-1 up after 7 ends. The Whit Hern triple did struggle as our boys moved further away and 12 ends in the score 20-5. Even though the Whit Hern team picked up a few shots the game was all over after 16 ends with our boys winning 23-14. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 3rd Round 21st June 2021

Colin Milner travelled to Hertford BC to face Mike Rowe. With Mike taking the first two ends before Colin found his weight and line. Colin then started to pulled away into a comfortable lead and was 14-6 up after 11 ends. Colin continued to ease away and was 20-10 up after 18 ends. Mike then started to fight back, however 5 ends later Colin won 21-17. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 20th June 2021

Due to Dave Hunt from Bishop’s Stortford being unable to bowl, he has had to withdraw so Bert & Karen Gray get a walkover into the next round.

EHBA Triples 2nd Round 20th June 2021

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers travelled to Rosehill BC to face Malcolm Songer, Roy Pateman and Chris the conquers of Bob Hayter’s triple in the previous round. Our triple started well and they found themselves 10-4 up after just 6 end, they moved further ahead and were 17-5 after 10 ends. The next seven ends saw both teams collecting 7 shots each to make the score 24-12 and the Rosehill boys conceded. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 3rd Round

Micky Towers was awarded the game when his opponent conceded

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 18th June 2021

Barry Osman and Richard Rogers travelled to Sele Farm BC to face Joe Dunne and L Hartfield. A steady start was made by both teams which saw just 5 shots in the first 5 endfs with Barry and Richard leading 4-1. Our pair always led but they had to keep their wits about them and after 13 ends they led 13-9. The next 4 ends saw our pair managed to score the same as they did after 13 ends, yes 13 shots to lead 26-9, that was when their opponents conceded. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 17th June 2021

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell travelled to Welwyn & District BC to play Peter Bowyer and Keith Phillips. Bob & Dave started well and moved into a 4-2 lead after the first 5 ends. The next 5 ends were good for Bob & Dave as they picked up 12 shots to move 16-2up. Bob & Dave never looked back and won 27-13. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 16th June 2021

Brian & Sue Metzner took on Peter Dougherty and Hazel Ottley from Sele Fam BC. This was a hard game for Sue & Brian however they put up a good fight. The teams couldn’t be split as the score at the half way stage was 7 all. Three ends later our pair were 18-7 down but they fought back 15-18. The strong Sele Farm pair then pulled away to win 23-15. Good effort, better luck next year.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 16th June 2021

Richard Rogers welcomed Tony Keeling from Buntingford BC for this singles game. This was
always going to be close game. With 7 ends gone it was 5 all, the game stayed close and with 11 ends gone it was still level at 11 all. Richard then started to put pressure on his opponent and eased away for a good win, the final score 21-15. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 16th June 2021

Colin Milner took on Harry Wright from Sele Farm BC. Harry returned to our club after beating Bob Hayter in the previous round of this competition. Harry Obviously enjoys playing on our green as he came away winning again 21-11.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 15th June 2021

Colin Milner & Gary Medler welcomed Keith Mizen and Steve Gransby from Rosehill BC. This game didn’t go to plan with our pair going down 21-14. ……. More details to follow

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 15th June 2021

Brian Metzner and Tony Lacey travelled to Welwyn & District BC. A very tight start with our pair leading 7-5 after 8 ends. The next end changed the game as Brian and Tony collected six shots and they led 13-5. Brian and Tony held on to the lead and after 15 ends they were 20-11. The next 4 end were not good as Brian & Tony dropped 10 shots and were now down 20-21 with 2 ends left. Our pair leveled the game on the next end, however some great bowling from Brian and Tony as they picked up 3 shots on this last end to win 24-21. Well done, good luck in the next round.

County 4’s 3rd Round 15th June 2021

Tim Maynard, Dale Large, Andy Adkins and Micky Towers welcomed Peter Dougherty, Harry Wright, Melvin Jones and Jim Parsley from Sele Farm BC. This game was close all the way through and as this is a National competition it is only 15 ends. After 9 ends the score was level at 9 all, then at 11 ends the Sele Farm four took the lead and they won the next 4 ends to win 16-11.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 14th June 2021

Richard Rogers & Barry Osman travelled to Hertford Castle BC to face Alan Gibbs and Mick Milne in this very close game. Our pair went down 24-23,,,,,, hopefully more details to follow

County Seniors Fours 2nd Round 14th June 2021

Tim Maynard, Dale Large, Andy Adkins and Micky Towers took on four from Royston BC. Our rink were 5-8 down after 6 ends. A quick turnaround by our rink saw them collect 13 shots in the next 4 ends to lead 18-8. The Royston four followed up with 7 shots to our 2 shots in the next 3 ends which saw our four lead 20-15. With only 2 ends to play our team held on to win 21-18 and go through to the next round, good luck.
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EHBA Singles 2nd Round 14th June 2021

Colin Milner travelled to Ware BC to play Barrie Stockwell in this 2nd round game. This was a close game all the way through. After 7 ends the score stood at 7-4 to Colin. The game was level after 12 ends at 10 all. The 2 bowlers couldn’t be split and the score hardly changed at 12 all then 15 all, however this was when Colin picked up the 6 shots he needed to win 21-15. Well done and good luck in the next round,

EHBL 1st Round Triples 14th June 2021

Brian Metzner’s team offered various dates to the opposition, however no dates could be agreed, so a walkover was received.

National Over 55 Singles 1st Round 13th June 2021

On this hot Sunday morning, Richard Rogers welcomed Michael Parsons from Baldock BC. Richard dominated this game from the start and was 8-2 after just 4 ends. Michael eased himself back into the game and deduced the deficit to just 4 shots at 13-9 down. Richard then took control and won comfortably 21-9. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 1st Round 4 Wood Pairs 12th June 2021

Dale Large & Micky Towers travelled to Northaw & Cuffley BC to face John Dowler & Ray Barwick. Our pair started well and following their great start they continued all the way through to the end winning 27-12. Great result, well done and good luck in the next round.
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EHBA 2nd Round 4 Wood Pairs 11th June 2021

Brian Metzner & Tony Lacey took on Bob Bennett & Graham Taylor from Bishop’s Stortford BC. With Tony and Brian bowling well on rink 6 they moved into a nice lead at the halfway stage, with 10 ends gone they led 15-4. Our pair continued bowling well and at 30-8 the Bishop’s Stortford pair call it a day. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 1st Round 11th June 2021

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers travelled to Ware BC to face Graeme Indge and Stan Pyne. Our pairing got of to a good start in this 1st round game, which is possibly the hardest discipline within the EHBA competitions. The game became very close all and after great bowling from all 4, the Ware pairing came out on top.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 10th June 2021

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith travelled to Bishop’s Stortford BC to play this 1st round game. In a tight game Marion & Richard just couldn’t get in front and went down 18-14.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 10th June 2021

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell travelled to Ware BC to play Neil Walker and Malcolm Bentley. A slow start saw Bob & Dave go 5-0 down after 2 ends. Bob & Dave then won the next 9 ends to lead 18-5. The lead was to much for Neil and Malcolm to come back and Bob & Dave won 24-11. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 9th June 2021

Richard Rogers played fellow teammate Paul Faulkner. With Paul playing well , he moved into a a great 9-1 lead after just 6 ends. Paul continued to bowl well and Richard just couldn’t claw back the deficit. With Paul playing his first outside competition with us at HRPBC he bowled very well and beat Richard 21-8. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 9th June 2021

Toni Lacey and Tim Maynard travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play this Mixed pairs game. On a tricky green our pair just couldn’t find their lines or weight. With Toni’s ankle still giving her gip she couldn’t go on any further and they had to concede. Toni & Tim called it a day losing 19-8 after just 14 ends..

County Triples 3rd Round 9th June 2021

Andy Adkins, Gary Medler and Dale Large took on the might of Buntingford BC in the form of Garry Warrender, Ross Murphy & Tony Keeling. We got off to a good start and were 6-0 up after 5 ends. With Buntingford winning 7 ends of the next 8 that put them in front 13-8. the next 2 ends were won my our triple to reduce the deficit to 13-12. Unfortunately the last 2 ends were won by Buntingford and they won 16-12.

County Triples 3rd Round 9th June 2021

Colin Milner, Micky Towers and sub Terry Eldridge travelled to Northaw & Cuffley BC to face John Dowler’s triple. Our triple struggled on their green all night and with the score at 21-4 they called it a day.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 9th June 2021

Alan Rowley and June Varney welcomed Len & Alwine Curtis from Northaw & Cuffley BC. In the extreme heat our pair struggled and were 11-5 down after 9 ends. Our pair only managed 3 more shots and went down 25-8. Better luck next season.

County 4’s 2nd Round 8th June 2021

Micky Towers, Dale Large, Tim Maynard and Andy Adkins took on 4 top bowlers from Bishop’s Stortford, they were Martin Ball, Dan MacKenzie, Adrian Yarabrough and T Wilkins. This game was a great, some excellent bowling by all 8 bowlers. After 8 ends it was 8 all, then 14 all after 14 ends. On the final end this could have gone either thankfully our team picked up a 3 to win 17-14. Well done in the next round, home game again.

EHBA 1st Round Pairs 7th June 2021

Terry Eldridge and Alan Rowley travelled to Rosedale BC. With Terry and Alan starting slowly they were 8-0 after just 5 ends. With 15 ends gone our pair were 18-5 down and not looking good. Even though our pair won 5 of the last 6 ends they went down 19-12. Better luck next season.

National Mixed Pairs 1st round 7th June 2021

Marion Smith and Richard Rogers travelled to Buntingford BC to play Ross Murphy and Jenny Keeling. Our pair started well getting off to a flyer and were 9-1 up after 5 ends. However Ross and Jenny pulled back to make it a good game which was nip and tuck and after 12 ends our pair were 13-12 down. Playing the last end our pair were 1down on the board and holding shot, hoping for an extra end but Ross managed to draw his shot to win the game 17-19. Great game unlucky.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 7th June 2021

Micky Towers & Dale Large welcomed Simon Stow and Chris Britten from their old club Ware BC. Simon & Chris started well and were 7-0 after the first 6 ends. Micky & Dale fought back and reduced the deficit to 9-7 down after 10 ends. The Ware pair moved into a nice 17-10 lead with just 6 ends left. With one end left our pair were 18-15 down, they tried hard but dropped a 3 to lose 21-15. Better luck next season.

EHBA Officers Singles 1st Round 7th June 2021

In a reverse fixture Bob Hayter welcomes Harry Wright from Sele Farm BC to play this Officers singles. Bob started very slowly and Harry took an early lead and was 6-5 up after 6 ends. Bob struggled with the weight and line in this game. The next 8 ends Harry won 7 and went on to win 21-6. Not a good day for Bob.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 4th June 2021

Bob Hayter travelled to Sele Farm BC to face his nemesis Harry Wright. During Bob’s years at HRPBC he had never beaten Harry. On a wet evening Bob got off to a flyer and was 7-0 after just two ends. Harry pulled back some of deficit but never led this match. With Bob holding a match lie, Harry kept edging Bob’s woods out, then Bob had the opportunity to take Harry’s shot out to win the game and he did winning 21-17. Well done and good luck in the next game.

National Over 55 Ladies Singles 2nd Round 7th June 2021

Marion traveled to Bishop’s Stortford to play her second round national over 55 singles and played Lesley Moylette. Lesley got off to a good start going 13-3 up, Marion pulled it back to 14-13 but Lesley rallied to win 21-14.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 4th June 2021

Micky Towers welcomed an opponent from Whit Hern BC. Micky had a busy day as he had the top 10 game in the evening. Micky started slowly and was 8-2 down after 6 ends. In normal Micky style he won 10 out of the next 11 ends and won 21-10. Well done and good luck in the next game.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 3rd June 2021

Micky Towers travelled to Buntingford BC to play this 1st round game. Micky started slowly however after 10 ends he was only 9-8 down. After 12 ends Micky was 12 -8 down, that’s when it all changed and Micky won 8 out of the next 9 ends and won the match 21-13. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 3rd June 2021

Brian & Sue Metzner welcomed a pair from Hertford BC to play this game. Brian & Sue started slowly and were 7-1 down after just 5 ends. Our pair struggled with green today and after 10 ends they were 15-5 down. With the HRPBC spirit they fought back to level the score after 16 ends it was 16 all. Sue & Brian won 3 of the last 5 ends however still went down 20-19. Unlucky, better luck next season.

EHBL Mixed Triples 1st Round 2nd June 2021

Alan Rowley & June Varney played 2 juniors from Buntingford BC. The game took nearly 3 hours 30 minutes. This game was interesting and Alan & June lead most of the time and eventually won 21-13. Well done.

National Senior Ladies Pairs 1st Round 1st June 2021

Marion teamed up with Kris’s Owen from Bishop’s Stortford to play in the national senior ladies pairs on the 1st of June they travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play Natalie and Barbara. The Sawbridgeworth pair got off well but Marion and Kris came back at them on a difficult rink, going into the last end they were 6 down. Marion placed her woods wisely behind and Kris joined her there but Barbara noticed our girls plan and placed a wood in amongst them so our girls went down by a couple overall.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 28th May 2021

Bob Hayter played Ross Murphy from Buntingford BC. A very close game started with both bowlers picking up a 4 and after 6 ends it was 6 all. Bob then pulled away and after 11 ends he led 13-7. Ross then started the come back and with 16 ends played Ross was 14-13 down. Bob then moved close to the finish and was 19-14 in front after 20 ends. Ross fought back and led for the first time since the first 2 ends. Bob leveled it at 20 all, With Bob’s 3rd wood he was holding shot and game. Ross had one wood left and on a nearly full length jack he fired Bob’s off, so Ross won 21-20. Ross commented that this was the best green he had played on this season.

County Pairs 4th Round 27th May 2021

Dale Large & Micky Towers travelled to Buntingford BC to play Mark Plume and D Gross. The Buntingford team started very well and were 9-0 up with only 5 ends on the card. We managed to pick up a few shots but they were only singles and our pair just couldn’t make up the 9 from the first few ends. After 17 ends our pair conceded at 18-9. Unlucky, better luck next year.

EHBA Triples 1st Round 27th May 2021

Bob Hayter, Dave Fussell and sub Tom Wetton played their opening game against Malcolm Songer, Tom Gudge & Roy Pateman from Rosehill BC. Our triple started very slow and they found themselves down 7-0 after 5 ends. Bob rallied his triple and they come back to 7-6 down. Malcolm’s triple eased away again and were 16-8 up with 4 ends to play. Our triple tried to reduce the deficit but it wasn’t to be, and our triple lose 17-12.

National Over 55’s 1st Round 26th May 2021

Richard Rogers welcomed Don Fox better known as the Hertfordshire Elvis to Rye Park. Another interesting game for Richard, after 7 ends Richard was 6-5 down with Don bowling well. Richard then started to put a few winning ends together in fact he won 9 out of the 10 ends to win 21-7. Well done, a great result.

EHDWBA Singles 1st Round 25th May 2021

Marion Smith the EHDWBA President started her pursuit on this singles competition. Marion was playing a lady member from Bishop’s Stortford BC. Marion started well and was 9-1 up after 5 ends. Marion cruised to victory never looking in any danger of losing. Well done great result 21-12 after 19 ends. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 1st round 24th May 2021

Brian Metzner, Tony Lacey and Don Stevenson took on a strong triple from Bishop’s Stortford, Phil Clewes-Garner, Trevor McKenzie and Bob Mitchell. Our triple fell behind early on but they managed to take the lead on the 9th end and were 8-6 up. Don led his triple well a moved into a comfortable lead and were 14-6 up with 4 ends to play. It then started to go wrong when our triple dropped 6 shots in 3 ends. With one end to play our triple were still 14-12 up, however it just didn’t go our way and the Bishop’s Stortford triple picked up the 3 they needed to win 15-14. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Triples Preliminary round 24th May 2021

Dale Large, Gary Medler and Andy Adkins welcomed the Ware triple including Graeme Indge, Vic Goodey and Richard Carter. With our triple picking up 10 shots in the first 2 ends it was always going to be hard for the Ware team. It didn’t get any better when after 5 ends we were 15-3 up. With the Ware team unable to make in roads and our triple pulling away into a 25-9 lead. The Ware team then called it a day when they conceded with 3 ends to plahy. Well done great result.

EHBL Singles !st round 24th May 2021

Richard Rogers welcomed a bowler from Hertingfordbury. In this very tight game Richard always seemed to have this game under control. After 11 ends Richard was 11-9 up then he started ease away and after 20 ends Richard was 20-12 up. Richard struggled to get over line as his opponent clawed back to 20 all. So on the 26th end Richard found his line and won 21-20. A bit close but well done.

EHBL Triples 1st round 22nd May 2021

Barry Osman, John Stevenson and Richard Rogers travelled to Welwyn & District BC. Our triple started well and were 10-2 after just 4 ends. A slight hiccup on the 5th end saw out triple drop a 7. However it kick started our triple and they knuckled down and only dropped 4 more shots during the game. It was a comfortable win in the end 28-13. Well done.

EHBL 1st round Pairs 21st May 2021

Barry Osman and Richard Rogers travelled to Hertford BC. Our pairs got off to a flying start and were 8-1 up after 4 ends. Things got even better as the game went on, and after 10 ends they were 16-3 up. The Hertford pair couldn’t cope with our pair in the wet condition as they continued to out bowl them. The match finished strongly for us and the game was over with a 28-13 victory. Well done, good luck in the next round

EHBL 1st round Triples 20th May 2021

Phil Jaggs, Alan Rowley and Terry Eldridge welcomed 3 bowlers from Shire Park. Once again this game was very tight and after 7 ends it was 5 all. Our triple then won 7 ends out of the next 8 ends to lead 17-10. With just 3 ends to go our triple lost their way and dropped 10 shots in the last 3 ends to lose 20-17. Unlucky, better luck next time.

EHBL 1st round Singles 20th May 2021

Dale Large welcomed Trevor McKenzie from Bishop’s Stortford. Trevor started well and moved quickly into a 7-0 lead. Dale worked hard to reduce the deficit and after 7 ends it was level 7 all. It took until the 14 end for Dale to take the lead by 15-14. Trevor was still fighting back and retook the lead on the 18th end by 19-18. The next end Dale came good with a quick 3 to take the game 21-19, Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 19th May 2021

Karen & Bert Gray travelled to Bishop’s Stortford to play their first ever outside competition. With a very even start Karen & Bert led 5-3 after 7 ends,. They then followed up with 9 shots in the next 2 ends to lead 14-3, with some exceptional bowling Karen & Bert held their lead to win 23-13 after their opponents conceded. Well done, good luck in the next round.

County Pairs 3rd Round 19th May 2021

Tim Maynard & Colin Milner welcomed Carl Frostick and Vic Greenberg from Buntingford BC. Tim & Colin started well and made a great start and at the halfway stage they were 8-3 up and looking in control. Vic & Carl started to pull back the deficit and with 13 ends gone our pair were still in front 9-8, however a very strong finish saw the Buntingford pair go through 16-11. Unlucky better luck next year.

County Pairs 3rd Round 19th May 2021

Dale Large and Micky Towers travelled to Whit Hern BC to face Martin Nash & Alan Napier who knocked out Andy Adkins & Gary Medler in the previous round. After 5 ends the score was 4-4 all, but that’s when it all changed and Dale & Micky just pulled away not dropping another shot and Alan & Martin conceded after 14 ends with the score at 19-4, Well Done and good luck in the next round,

County Ladies Unbadged singles 2nd Round 18th May 2021

Marion Smith travelled to Bishops Stortford for her 2nd round game. This game was a tight affair with both players playing well and after 7 ends the score was 7-7all. The game could have gone either way, then Marion picked up a 4 to move into a 15-12 lead. However this game was far from over with the Bishops Stortford bowler taking the lead after 18 ends with the score at 18-17, Marion need a good finish. With 4 shots needed Marion completed the task and won 21-19 well done.

National Ladies Singles Over 55’s 1st Rd 15th May 21

Marion Smith traveled to Baldock Town BC and play Val Bingley. This game was nip & tuck early on and after 10 ends they couldn’t be split with the score at 7-7. Marion eased into the lead winning 4 of the next 5 ends and lead 12-9. After a couple more ends Marion was behind 13-12, Marion then thought back to lead 17-13. This game could have gone either way. Two ends later Marion was 18-14 up and just needed the 3 shots to win. Val then started to put the pressure on and won the next 3 ends to lead 19-18. Marion then dug deep and picked up the 3 shots she needed to win 21-19. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 1st Round 14th May 2021

Andy Adkins, Dale Large and Gary Medler traveled to Buntingford to play Greg Amos, D Clifton and M Grimsdale. Our triple got off to a flyer and were 6-1 up after 6 ends. The game was almost over when our triple picked up a 7 on the 9th end and then repeated the 7 on the 11th end. THe Buntingford triple tried to come back but couldn’t reduce the score and conceded after 16 ends. final score was 23-10, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 1st Round 14th May 2021

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers welcomed Graeme Indge. Richard Carter and Skip Vic Goodey from Ware BC. Our triple started well with a 4 on the first end. As the game moved on they just kept pulling away and at the half way stage they lead 11-6. Colin, Micky and Tim continued to pull away to a 21-11 lead when the Ware triple conceded. Well Done and good luck in the next round..

County Pairs 2nd Round 13th May 2021

Dale Large & Micky Towers traveled to Northaw & Cuffley to play Dave Petts and Ray Brewer. Dale & Micky got off to a flyer and were 9-2 up after just 5 ends. With 11 ends gone Dale & Micky were still comfortable at 15-7 up. Dave & Ray pulled nearly all the shots back and with one end to play we were up 16-15, with all the pressure now on Dale & Micky after leading all the way they managed to pick up the 1 on the last end to win 17-15. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Preliminary Triples 13th May 2021

Don Stevenson, Brian Metzner and Tony Lacey welcomed Alan Pryke, Chas Crockford and Ray Cutting from Whit Hern. Our triple started very well and were 8-0 up after just 3 ends. After a slight hiccup on the 5th end when they dropped a 5 they came back strongly with 14 shots in the next 5 ends to lead 22-10, with Don keeping the ends tight the Whit Hern team called it a day after 16 ends with the score at 27-13. Well Done, good luck in the next round

County Pairs 2nd Round 13th May 2021

Colin Milner & Tim Maynard welcomed John Jones & Peter Doughty from Sele Farm. Colin & Tim started well however after 6 ends the score was 5-5 all. Colin & Tim then pulled away only for John & Peter pulled level again so at 11 ends the score was 11-11. With a strong finished from Colin & Tim they pulled away to win 22-15. Well done good luck in the next round.

County Pairs 2nd Round 13th May 2021

Andy Adkins & Gary Medler played Martin Nash & Alan Napier from Whit Hern. This game was tight all the way through. With the highest count being 2 shots by both teams, after 9 ends the score was 7-7 all. During the game Andy found a large number holes which at the end of the day that’s what cost them the game and they went down 17-15. Better Luck next time

EHBL Preliminary Rd 4 Wood Pairs 13th May 2021

Alan Rowley & Terry Eldridge welcomed M Bryant & Dave Hurford from Northaw & Cuffley in this Preliminary Round. Alan and Terry got off to a slow start and were 15-4 down at the half way stage (10 ends). With a strong second half, however it was too much to pull back and they lost 21-16. Better luck next year.

EHBA 1st Round Triples 11th May 2021

Phil Jaggs, Alan Rowley and Terry Eldridge welcomed a triple from Rosedale BC. This game started very evenly and after 4 ends the score was 5-3 to our triple. It all started to go wrong when our triples lost 8 of the next 10 ends which saw the Rosedale team lead 16-9, it didn’t get any better and we lost 20-10. Better luck next season.

EHBL 1st Round 4’s 11th May 2021

Dale Large, Micky Towers, Colin Milner and Tim Maynard welcomed 4 from Sele Farm. After losing the first 2 ends our team eased back into the game and pulled away and never looked back winning comfortably 21-12 in the end, well done good luck in the next round.

EHBL 1st Round 4’s 11th May 2021

Don Stevenson, Brian Metzner, Tony Lacey and Gary Medler traveled to Buntingford for this 1st round 4’s match. With our team picking up a 2 on the first end they then failed to score again until the 6th end when they were 10-2 behind. With 12 ends gone we were 15-11 behind, however losing the next 6 ends saw this game fall away and our boys lost 25-13.

County Singles 2nd Round

Colin Milner faced Dave Murphy in this second round clash. This was a very good game for so early in the season. Colin started very well and lead all the way. Colin was just one shot off from going through when Dave started to comeback and with the match at 20-20 it was sudden death. With both bowlers playing extremely well Dave came away with the win 21-20, unlucky Colin.

County Singles 2nd Round

Marion Smith was drawn at home but struggled early in the season and lost her 2nd round game.

County Singles 1st Round

Colin Milner was drawn away at Ware and won this 1st round game.

Outside Competitions 2019
Played 113 Won 63 Lost 50
Win Rate 55.75%

Commiserations

EHBA 4’s Final Saturday 21st September 2019

On a lovely morning at Ware BC our 4’s turn up to face Rosedale 4’s lead by John Bishop. Our four were Micky Towers, Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Dale Large. Our 4 started slowly however with some excellent bowling they moved ahead after 6 ends. The next 4 ends saw our 4 drop 9 shots and they found themselves 14-7 behind. However they never gave up, and they won the next 7 ends to move into a 15-14 lead. The 18th end decided this match with our 4 dropping a 5 after crawling this match back. The last three ends saw both teams picking up 2 shots each. The final score was 21-17. With over 30 members supporting our 4 this was much appreciated by our 4’s.

Congratulations on winning these two competitions

EHWDBA Millennium Singles Final 10th Sept’19 at Rosehill

Julie Potter has a short distance to travel to play her Millennium singles against Roxanna Clifton from Buntingford. Julie started slowly and it wasn’t until the 12th end that Julie pulled levelled at 9 all. Julie then started to control the game with some excellent bowling and started to pull away. With 16 ends played Julie lead 13-12, then she picked up 8 shots in 4 ends to win 21-12. Well done. Great support from her team mates with 29 cheering her on.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Final 8th Sept ’19 at Welwyn & District BC

Julie Potter & Micky Towers travelled to Welwyn & District BC with a large number of supporters cheering them on. The green look emaculate and fast (it was very fast). Julie & Micky started well and moved into a 9-0 lead after just 5 ends. A slight hiccup on the casting of the jack saw it come up very short, in fact it was just over the 23 metre mark. This caught Julie & Micky out as they dropped a 6 to lead 9-6 after 6 ends. This didn’t effect their bowling as they pulled away and after 15 ends the score was 22-14. Just 3 ends later it was looking very good with a 27-16 lead, and it was even better as their opponents conceded with the score at 28-16. Great win well bowled, the cup is on it’s way back to Hoddesdon & Rye Park. Great support from our members.

CONGRATULATIONS ON REACHING THE FINAL

EHWDBA Millenium Singles Semi Final 29th Aug’19

Julie Potter travelled to Sawbridgeworth to play this re-arranged singles game against a strong opponent from Bishop’s Stortford. Julie bowled very well collecting shots on a regular basis as she moved into a comfortable lead 17-7 up. Julie kept it tight even when she did drop shots, she edged nearer the finishing line winning 21-10. Great support from her club members tonight, this was very much appreciated. Well Done and good luck in the final.

CONGRATULATIONS ON REACHING THE FINAL

EHBL Mixed Pairs Semi Final 27th August 19

Micky Towers and Julie Potter moved in the Final tonight after a very good win over Northaw & Cuffley pair John Dowler and Chris Ryan. Micky & Julie got off to a flyer and were 13-0 up after just 3 ends. They just kept it tight with some excellent bowling and after 11 ends they were 22-8 in front so maintaining their early lead. They exchanged shots in the next few ends with John & Chris unable to pull back that early lead and Micky & Julie Won 26-15 with 2 ends left. Well done and good luck in the Final.

CONGRATULATIONS ON REACHING THE FINAL

EHBA 4’s Semi Final 20th August 19

Micky Towers, Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Dale Large travelled to Hertford to face Colin Dyer’s 4’s. In this delayed semi final it was a cagey affair with neither team giving anything away. With 14 ends on the scoreboard and the score at 8 all it shows how tight it was. The final few ends saw our 4’s ease away and with a 4 on the 18th end this gave them a 6 shot lead with 3 ends to play. They kept the last couple of ends tight and with a 2 on the 20th end their opponents conceded, Well Done and good luck in the final.

EHBA Champion of Champions Semi Final 19th Aug’19

Bob Hayter travelled to Bishop’s Stortford to play his semi final. The game was tight all the way through but Bob just couldn’t get his nose in front. Bob collected a 4 on the 13 end to draw level at 12-12 all. With single shots being exchanged Bob fell behind and didn’t come back, he lost 21-17. Better Luck next year.

EHDWBA 2 Wood Pairs Quarter Finals 14th Aug’19 Home

Gloria Hardy and Marion started very well against this strong pair from Sawbridgeworth BC. They picked up a 4 & 3 in the first 6 ends and lead 10-4. Then Richard Rogers turned up, say no more. Marion & Gloria then lost their way falling behind11-14 after 13 ends. The Sawbridgeworth ladies then started to bowl very well and moved well clear when Marion & Gloria conceded at 14-24. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Quarter Finals 12th August’19 Home

Julie Potter & Micky Towers were at home in this quarter final mixed pairs match against Harry & Pam Wright from Sele Farm. The game started very evenly and was soon 3-3 all after 5 ends. Then Julie and Micky took control and piled on the shots only for Harry & Pam concede with the score at 26-3. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs Semi Final 12th August’19 at Rosehill BC

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell travelled to Rosehill to play their semi final. The game started well for Bob & Dave, however with a good wood from their opponents they moved the jack back for 5 to put them in front. Bob & Dave kept it tight and after 13 ends it was 11 all. The Whit Hern pair then moved clear and with Bob & Dave chasing shots dropped a 6 and their challenge was over. No pairs final this year. Better Luck next year.

EHBL Pairs Semi Final 9th August’19 at Hertford Castle

Tim Maynard & Colin Milner travelled to Hertford Castle to play their Semi-Final and both were looking forward to the game. Unfortunately it wasn’t their night with their opponents bowling well and Tim & Colin both bowling under par they lost this game and both looking forward to next year’s competition.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Quarter Final 7th Aug’19 Away

Tim Maynard & Toni Lacey travelled to Bishop’s Stortford to play this game however they should have been bowling at Sawbridgeworth BC. They travelled quickly to the correct venue but never really got into the game and were beat better luck next year.

EHBA 4’s Quarter Finals 6th August’19 Away

Dale Large took his 4’s back to his old club. The team was Dale, Tim Maynard, Colin Milner and sub Bob Hayter who was standing in for Micky Towers. They played Neil Walker, Graeme Indge, Stan Pyne and Alan Franklin. The home four got off to a flyer leading 9-2 after just 4 ends. The 10th end saw our four drop a 4 to go 16-8 behind. Tim, Colin Dale & Bob then started the Hoddesdon & Rye Park bouncebackabily and won the next 9 ends which included a 6. The home team then concede at 29-16 well done and good luck in the Semi Final

EHBA Champion of Champions Quarter Final 3rd Aug’19 Away

Bob Hayter had a early start as he travelled to Bishop’s Stortford to face Trevor MacKenzie. Bob started well on a very well manicured green however Trevor pulled level at 7 all after 7 ends. Bob then found his rhythm and moved away from Trevor winning 8 out the next 9 ends to win 21-8. Bob now moves into the semi finals. good luck.

EHBL Pairs Quarter Finals 1st August’19 Home

Colin Milner and Tim Maynard played Chris Bowie and Malcolm Judd in this Pairs game. Tim and Colin got off to a great start winning 7 out of the first 10 ends to put their selves into a commanding lead at 12-4. They continued to bowl well pulling away into a nine shot lead with only 5 ends to play. Even though they lost 4 of the last 5 ends their lead was too much for the Allenbury’s pair and Colin & Tim won 17-12, They move into the semi finals of this pairs competition. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA 2 Woods Pairs Quarter Finals 1st Aug’19 Home

Barry Osman and Richard Rogers played Ross Murphy and Scott Wake from Buntingford in the 2 wood pairs. Our pair started poorly but got the jack back and walked the mat up and had a good few ends and after 20 ends it was all square at 17 all. Richard put a wood within 6 inches but Ross drew his last wood into the gap Barry tried but only just missed with his woods and they took the game 17-18. Barry & Richard came very close, unlucky and better luck next year.

EHBA Singles Quarter Final 31st July’19 Home

Colin Milner played Mike Johnson from Cheshunt BC in this quarter final. Colin lead early on but both bowlers were bowling well and neither giving anything with the score at 12-13. Colin then found himself in trouble dropping 7 shots in 2 ends and the score at 12-20 he couldn’t make any more mistakes. Colin fought well but it was asking to much and he lost 21-15. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Pairs Quarter Final 30th July’19 Home see below (24th July 2017)

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell played this quarter final game against Vic Greenberg and Peter Warren from Buntingford. With an early shower the evening was just mainly overcast with the green bowling well. Bob & Dave started well until Peter & Vic found their weight. After 10 ends it was 7 all, then 12 all after 14 ends. Bob & Dave sneaked in front by 2 shot after 17 ends, then 3 bad ends saw Vic & Peter lead by 5 shots with one end to bowl. It all looked all over Dave bowled 4 great woods to hold 2 with just Bob & Vic to bowl. Bob’s first two woods were both in the count, so they were holding 4, Vic lost his weight, Bob looked at the head and was convince they were holding the 5 they needed for a draw. Bob Bowled his final wood and drew the shot. After a close measure they just didn’t get the 6 they need to win just the 5. So an extra end was bowled, the Heaven’s opened with a massive down pour, however Dave bowled his woods up and was holding 3, Bob then turned Dave’s wood closer, Vic tried to find the wood but failed so Bob & Dave go through after an extra end. Well Done and good luck in the Semi-Final.

EHWDBA Millenium Singles Quarter Final 29th July’19 Home

Julie Potter played Di Smith from Rosehill BC in this quarter final singles game, Julie started well with a 4 on the first end and then moved into a 10-5 lead with only 8 ends played. Di then started to find her weight and line and she eased into a nice 13-11 lead. With Julie bowling well she moved into the lead 16-14, with Julie only needing 5 more shots she didn’t hang about collecting the 5 shots in 2 ends to win 21-14. Julie now moves into the semi-final, Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs 3rd Round 27th July’19 away

Micky Towers and Dale Large travelled to Bishops Stortford to face a very strong pair. Even though the weather was horrid it didn’t stop the Bishops Stortford pair making it even worse for Dale & Micky they lost 20-10.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 3rd Round Sat 27th July’19 Home

Marion Smith & Richard Rogers had a early start against Ken Hedgley and Lesley Moyettie from Bishop’s Stortford. In horrible conditions Richard commented we gave them 12 dates and they picked this one. Both teams had great woods and early on the scores were 8-7 to Richard & Marion. After 12 ends the scores were level at 11 all, that was when the Ken & Lesley pulled away into a good lead that Richard and Marion just couldn’t pull back. They lost 21-12. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Singles 4th Round 24th July’19 Home

Richard Rogers played fellow team mate Colin Milner in this 3rd round game. After Colin’s exit in the Officers singles the day before he was determined not to lose again. Colin moved ahead early on with Richard closing the gap to 8-5. Colin then found the line to win 21-6, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Champion of Champions 24th July’19 Home

Bob Hayter played this game in extreme heat. He played the current Bengeo BC Champion. Bob started poorly and was 7-0 down after the first 3 ends but then found his weight and line. Bob pulled level and continued to pull away and won 21-11. Good Luck in the next round. Away next round at Bishop’s Stortford.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 24th July’19 Home

Micky Towers & Julie Potter moved into the quarter finals with a superb win over a pair from Hertford BC. Micky & Julie moved into a nice early lead, however the Hertford pair eased their way back into the game and after 9 ends we lead 9-8. With Julie bowling well and carrying Micky again they won the next 9 ends winning 29-8. Good Luck in the next round. You are away to Harry Wright at Sele Farm next.

Millenium Singles 23rd July’19

Marion Smith played her Millenium singles game on hot evening. Both ladies bowled very well with both player not letting the other get away. Marion’s opponent then had her best end to win the game 21-18. Better luck next year.

EHBL Pairs Martin Mountford & Terry Eldridge Lost ?
EHBL Singles Colin Milner lost ?
EHBL Singles Richard Rogers Lost ?

More details to follow on the above 3 games

EHBA Singles 23rd July 19

Micky Towers had to concede this game due to unforeseen circumstances and Tony Keeling goes through.

EHBA Officers Singles Semi Final 23rd July 19, at Ware BC

Colin Milner played David Hunt from Bishops Stortford in this Semi Final game. Colin moved into an early lead and after just 6 ends he was 8-4 in front and bowling well. David Hunt then moved into the lead only for Colin to take it back. After 11 ends it was level and could have gone either way. David then increased the length of the jack and Colin lost his weight, David then pulled away and won 21-14. Good luck in the final David.

EHBL Pairs 3rd Round 22nd July’19 Away

Brian Metzner and Tony Lacey travelled to Hertford BC to face Mick Milne & Alan Gibbs. This game was nip and tuck and after 11 ends it was 8 all. Then it all went wrong for our pair dropping 11 shots on the next 2 ends sealed their fate, even though they battled hard they were knocked out 24-16. unlucky and better luck next year.

EHBL 3rd Round Mixed Pairs 21st July’19 Home

Sue & Brian Metzner had an early start on this hot Sunday morning against a pairing from BSP. After a strong start the pair from BSP started to find their weight and line. The game became very tight and after 12 ends the score was 12 all. However with Brian & Sue losing the last 5 ends it was all over and Sue & Brian were out 22-14, unlucky and better luck next year.

EHBL 3rd Round Mixed Pairs 19th July’19 Away

Toni Lacey & Tim Maynard travelled to Welwyn & District BC this evening. Toni & Tim started well on a very fast green in heavy rain. They moved into a nice lead, however after 16 ends it was all level at 13 all. They then fell behind 15-13 when an exceptional finish saw Toni and Tim pick up a 6 and 3 more on the last two ends to win 22-15, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4’s 2nd round 17th July’19 Home

Micky Towers, Dale Large, Tim Maynard and Colin Milner played at home again in this 4’s game against a team from Hertford Castle. This game was as tight early on as both teams were bowling well. After 9 ends we were up 8-7, our 4 then started to pull away, mainly picking up single shots, but it doesn’t matter when you win 9 out of the next 11 ends. So a good win for our 4 by 21-10. Well Done and good luck in the next round against G Indge from Ware.

EHBL 4’s 2nd round 16th July’19 Home

Micky Towers, Dale Large, Tim Maynard and Colin Milner played a foursome from Aston BC. The match was nip and tuck until our 4 established a 5 shot lead with just 2 ends to play. Then the Aston 4 picked up a 2 on the 20th end and needed 4 to win, however they managed to score a 3 to take the game to an extra end. With some good bowling all round our men failed to get the on they needed and lost 18-19. Unlucky better luck in the EHBA 4’s tomorrow.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 15th July ’19 Home

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell played a pair from Sawbridgeworth BC. With Dave & Bob starting well and moving into a quick 8-1 lead, they never looked in trouble and in fact continued to pull away and won 33-9. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHDWBA 4 Wood Pairs 15th July’19 Home

Marion Smith & Gloria Hardy played a strong pair from Whit Hern BC. Marion & Gloria got of to a flyer to lead 16-0 after just 5 ends. They continued to pick up high counts to move into a 29-7 lead when the ladies from Whit Hern BC conceded. Well Done keep the flag flying high.

EHBL Singles 15th July’19 Home

Dale Large played Martin Nash from Whit Hern this afternoon. With both players bowling well there was nothing between them and after 13 ends it was all level at 12 all. Dale then moved ahead only for the scores to be level again at 17 all. Martjn then made the move that won the game 21-18, well played both of you.

EHBA 2 Wood Pairs

Congratulations to Richard Rogers and Barry Osman and to the pairing of Dale Large and Micky Towers for both pairs progressing into the next round of the competition

EHDWBA 2 Wood Pairs 10th July’19

Marion Smith & Gloria Hardy played a Rosehill pair in a very tight game. However with a very strong finish they moved into 17-11 lead with 2 ends to play. The next end they dropped a single but was enough to secure another good win. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 wood Pairs Away

Micky Towers and Dale Large crashed out of the pairs competition to Ian Wood at Whit Hern BC.

EHBL Mixed pairs Sunday 7th July 2019

Our pairing of Richard Rogers and Marion Smith took on a pair from Northaw and Cuffley B C in this round. Congratulations Richard and Marion for securing the win and progressing into the next round

EHBL men’s pairs 3rd July away at Parkside

Colin Milner and Tim Maynard took on a pairing from Parkside BC it was a close game throughout culminating in 16 shots all at 21 ends. The tie breaker was won by our pairing. Well done a good luck in the next round

EHBL Mixed pairs 4th July 2019 at home

Brian Metzner and Sue Metzner to on a pairing from Hertford a nip and tuck game but our pairing completed the win with 21 shots to 18. Well done and good luck in the next round

EHDWBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd July’19

Marion Smith & Gloria Hardy played an Hertford BC Ladies pair. With our ladies starting slowly they pulled back to level after 13 ends at 10 all. With a strong finish they secured their win by 18-14 to move on. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Men’s Pairs 2nd July 2019 at home

Brian Metzner and Tony Lacey took on a pair from Welwyn Garden City BC and secured another win scoring 18 shots to 11. Well done Brian and Tony

EHBL Men’s Pairs 2nd Round

A game of ‘never say die’ Martin Mountford and Terry Eldridge took on a pair from Welwyn Garden City BC after thirteen ends our pair were 4 shots to 22 down. Their opponents then failed to win another end and our pair went on to win 23 shots to 22.
A result to note

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 27th June’19 Home

Brian & Sue Metzner had a home game against Malcolm & Carol Songer. Malcolm & Carol started very well tonight taking an early lead which Sue & Brian never recovered from and they went on to lose 27-9. As Sue said after the game “we couldn’t hit a barn door tonight” (try drawing LOL). Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 27th June’19 Home

Colin Milner played Tony Duffin from Buntingford BC in this 2nd Round clash. With both bowlers starting well, there was nothing between them. The game turned into Colin favour when he picked up 4. However Tony fought back with a 2 & 3 to lead 11-9. The game started to moving in the right direction for Colin picking up 2’s & 3’s against Tony’s singles. Colin won the game 21-14 and now plays David Hunt in the Semi Finals, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 1st Round 4’s 26th June’19 Away

Colin Milner, Dale Large, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers travelled to Welwyn & District in this 1st Round 4’s match. With our bowlers all on form they only lost 4 ends all night when the Welwyn & District bowlers shook hand with 3 ends still to play. The final score was 31- 7 Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 26th June’19 Away

Richard Rogers travelled to Bishops Stortford to face David Hunt. David started well and moved into a nice lead, but Richard had different ideas and moved into a tiny lead himself and after 9 ends it was 9-8. A few ends were shared until David picked up a 4 and lead 13-10. The match was tight until Richard lost his way and lost 4 ends on the trot to lose 21-13. David now moves into the Semi-Final to face either Tony Duffin or our own Colin Milner.

EHBA Mixed pairs 3rd Round 25th June’19 Away

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith travelled to Rosedale to face John Bishop & Sue Allen in this 3rd round tie. It just wasn’t Richard & Marion day losing heavily to the experienced John Bishop and Sue Allen.

EHBA Singles 3rd Round 25th June’19 Home

Colin Milner welcomed Mike Humeniuk from Whit Hern BC in this 3rd round game. Mike started well and moved into a nice lead, winning 6 of the first 8 ends and with a score of 11-5 looked comfortable. Colin then started his comeback winning 5 of the next 6 ends and moved in front 14-12. This was a tight game until Colin picked up a 4 on the 18th end to move within 3 shots of victory. It took 4 more ends and Colin won 21-17. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHDWBA Millenium Singles 2nd round 23rd June’19 Away

Julie Potter travelled to Buntingford for an early start against Debbie Marks. Julie started well but Debbie started better and move into a 12-8 lead after 10 ends. Julie then stuck a blow winning the next 3 ends and collecting 9 shots to put her 17-12 in front. Debbie tried coming back but Julie eased away and won 21-14. well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 22nd June’19 Home

Richard Rogers arrived at home on this lovely sunny morning to face a bowler from Hertford BC. Richard started very well and maintained a good lead, after 10 ends he was leading 15-4. After the last couple of nights he was determined not to lose this game, even though the Hertford bowler started to come back the lead was to much and Richard won 21-15, Well done and good luck in the next round,

EHBL Triples 1st Round 21st June’19 Home

Richard Rogers, Barry Osman and John Stevenson took on another triple tonight, this time they came from Hertford BC. This game was almost a mirror image of the night before as our triple started well but the Hertford team then came back to level after 10 ends. after 13 ends Barry, John and Richard moved into a 12-8 lead. However they lost the next 5 ends losing17-12, it just wasn’t their night. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Triples 2nd round 20th June’19 Home

Richard Rogers, Barry Osman and John Stevenson also took on another strong triple from Buntingford. With our men bowling well they moved into a nice lead at the halfway stage 9-4. With only singles being scored by both teams with 4 ends to play our team lead 11-7. Then the Buntingford team brought the mat right up and our men just couldn’t find the weight and lost the next 4 ends and losing the game 14-11. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Triples 2nd round 20th June’19 away

Brian Metzner, Tony Lacey and sub Gary Medler travelled to Buntingford to face one of their stronger triples. With only singles counting in the early part of this match the Buntingford lads still managed to pull away into a 9-6 lead after 9 ends. The next 4 ends were shared with our men picking up 6 shots to Buntingfords 5. So with the score at 12-14 the game was there ready for one team or the other. However the Buntingford lads won the next 4 ends to win 21-12. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Triples 1st Round 19th June’19 Home

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard & Micky Towers were playing a strong team from Welwyn & District BC. With a change of formation our triple were looking for a positive result and response. With Colin leading, Tim playing 2 and Micky skipping they started slowly. However once they knuckled down they moved ahead and at the halfway stage they were 7-6 up. They managed to win 6 out of the next 9 ends to win overall 17-11, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 18th June’19 Away

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell travelled to the picturesque Ware BC to play their 3rd round pairs. After a good start from Dave & Bob the home pair started their come back and were level after 7 ends. Bob & Dave then moved ahead again and kept the lead through to the 20th end where the Ware pair conceded at 23-16. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 18th June’19 Home

Colin Milner and Tim Maynard played Ray Barwick and John Dowler in this very interesting tie. After a brilliant start by Colin & Tim they moved clear and were leading 12-3 after 8 ends. Ray & John start the inevitable comeback and pulled level after 14 ends. With just 2 ends to play Tim & Colin found themselves 4 shots down and needed a good finish, they managed a single shot on the 20th end and unfortunately they could only manage a 2 on the final end losing 17-18 unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Pairs

Greg Dunford and Phil Jaggs played a pair from Aston and won well…. more details to follow:……..

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 17th June’19 Away

Micky Towers and Dale Large played Graeme Indge and Stan Pyne for the 3rd time this season, however this time they were playing away at Ware BC. Micky & Dale started well moving into a nice lead. The 8th end saw them leading by just 1 shot 8-7, that was the closest their opponents got to our pair as they made it 3 wins on the trot against this pairing from Ware. Micky & Dale won 23-11, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Triples 2nd Round 15th June’19 Away

Colin Milner, Micky Towers & Tim Maynard made the short journey to play this Rosehill triple. Our triple started well and never looked in trouble until the last 5 ends when it all went wrong. The Rosehill lads came to life and moved away for the win. So a lose by 20-13. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHDWBA Triples 1st Round 14th June’19 Away

Marion Smith, Gloria Hardy and Julie Potter started very well and lead 12-7 after 12 ends. The ladies from Bishop’s Stortford came back well and were level after 15 ends. With our ladies now 1 down with one ends to play it just didn’t happen and they lost 15-13, Better luck next year.

Hertfordshire Ladies Pairs 1st round 13th June’19 away

Marion Smith and Gloria Hardy travelled to Hertford in this ladies pairs match. Marion & Gloria started well and moved into a nice lead, their opponents did get within 1 shot after 11 ends but Marion & Gloria pulled away again and maintained the lead , even though the Hertford pair tried to come back they just couldn’t catch our ladies who won 21-13. Well done and good luck in the next round.

Hertfordshire Pairs 3rd Round 13th June’19 Home

Micky Towers and Dale Large played this pairs match at home against Dave Murphy & Tony Keeling from Buntingford. In a very closely fought match however it was the Buntingford Boys that came out on top, it was all on the last end and we lost 16-17. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHDWBA Millenium Singles 11th June’19 Away

Marion Smith travelled to Hertford in this 1st round game. Marion started very well and moved into a great 9-0 lead this was just after 5 ends. Marion’s opponent then started her come back winning 9 out of the next 11 ends to lead 13-12. Marion then had to try and get back on track. Marion did and pull away again but her opponent came back again and after 22 ends it was 18 all, anybody’s game. The next 5 ends were close and after 26 ends it was still level at 20-20 all. So the last end saw Marion grab the one shot she needed to win 21-20. Well done good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 11th June’19 Away

Micky Towers & Julie Potter travelled to Buntingford for this 2nd round mixed pairs game. With Micky and Julie losing the first end and the score was 1-0, Micky & Julie followed this with some excellent bowling and scored 2×5’s and a 6 in the next 4 ends to lead 17-1 their opponents then conceded and Micky & Julie went through to the next round. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 2nd Round 12th June’19 Away

Dale Large travelled to Welwyn Garden City to play Ian Snook in this 2 round game, Ian got to the semi finals last year so not an easy game for Dale. In terrible weather conditions Dale kept his cool and came away from Welwyn Garden City with a 21-16 win and now faces a Martin Nash from Whit Hern in the next round at Home.

EHBL Pairs 1st Round 11th June’19 Home

Colin Milner & Tim Maynard played at home in the 1st Round against Merv Groom & Bob Swann from Standon & Puckeridge. Colin & Tim started well and never eased up and at the halfway stage they lead 13-4, they only lost 3 ends from the first 11. With some excellent bowling they kept the lead only losing 7 ends in total out of the 21 they played, A good win for Colin & Tim 20-11as they move into the next round, good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples Prelim Round 10th June’19 away

Barry Osman, Richard Rogers and Dave Fussell travelled to Rosehill for this 1st round EHBL triples game. With Dave Fussell have an horrendous journey all of 150 yards up hill our triple started well, they moved nicely into a 7-0 lead after just 5 ends and increased the lead to 14-5 after 13 ends. Their opponents had only won 4 ends from the first 13. Barry, Dave & Richard then pulled away even further whenThe Rosehill triple shook hands after 16 ends with the score at 16-8. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 1st Round 9th June’19 Away

Colin Milner & Ann Mountford travelled to Northaw & Cuffley to face the pair they played 2 years ago in the final. Unfortunately the result wasn’t what we all want they lost by 1 shot due to an outrageous wick, more to follow.

EHBL 1st Round 9th June’19 Home

Toni Lacey & Tim Maynard played a very strong pair from Rosedale, More to follow but they did win 19-16 well done.

EHBL Pairs 1st Round 6th June’19 Away

Brian Metzner & Tony Lacey travelled to Sele Farm, always a hard green to play. With Brian & Tony starting well they managed to lead up to the 10th end when they found themselves 12-13 down. After 14, 17, 19 & 21 ends it was all level at 23 all. So with some excellent bowling and using the HRPBC spirit our boys picked up 2 shots to win 25-23. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 5th June ’19 Away

Richard Rogers also travelled to Ware BC this evening, almost like an home game. Richard took on Tony Baker with both bowlers bowling well and the lead going back and fourth it was hard to pick a winner. However it was Richard who came out on top with a very good win 21-19. Well done and good luck in the next round.

Hertfordshire Pairs 2nd Round 5th June’19 Away

Micky Towers and Dale Large returned their old club to face Graeme Indge and Stan Pyne. They have already played in a 2 wood pairs earlier in the season and winning. Thankfully Micky & Dale came through again winning on the last end by 19-18. Well done and good luck in the next round

Hertfordshire Pairs 2nd Round 5th June’19 Home

Colin Milner & Tim Maynard played Scott Lepley and martin Ball a very strong pair from Bishop Stortford. With some excellent bowling from all 4 the game was tense all the way through. The match went in favour of the Bishop Stortford lads winning 18-17. Unlucky Colin & Tim

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 5th June’19 Away

Tony Lacey & Brian Metzner travelled to Ware BC to face Vic Goodey and Paul Sullivan in this pairs game. After a slow start they found themselves 7-14 down after 10 ends. However a very strong second half saw them pull back to 18-20 after 20 ends. With just 2 shots required to play an extra end it wasn’t to be, the Ware Pairing collected a 1 to win 21-18, Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Pairs 2nd Round 3rd June’19 Away

Micky Towers and Dale Large travelled to Cheshunt to play a very strong pairs team. Micky and Dale bowled well and won 21-16 and now face Graeme Indge from Ware who they have already beaten in the 2 woods competition. Good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round 3rd June’19 Away

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers also travelled to Bishop Stortford, however this was a match to forget as they lost 24-4

EHBA Officers Singles 3rd June’19 Away

Colin Milner travelled to Bishop Stortford to face Rick Helm in this 2nd Round singles game. Colin found the weight very quickly however with Rick experience he edged away to lead 11-6 after 9 ends. Colin as expected pulled level at 12 all after 14 ends. With 6 shots in the next 3 ends saw Colin making his move and Rick couldn’t catch Colin who won 21-14, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples 1st Round 31st May’19 Away

Don Stevenson, Brian Metzner and Tony Lacey travelled to Aston BC to play this 1st round triples game. Our triples started slowly and found themselves 9-3 down after 6 ends, they fought back well to take the lead 11-9 after 8 ends. The Aston team then found the line on this tricky rink and moved into a 21-12 lead. With just 4 ends to play Don, Tony and Brian picked up a 3 on the 15th end, the Aston boys pulled further away to win 25-15. Unlucky better luck next time.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 31st May’19 Home

Dale Large took last years losing finalist Nick Goff. This was a very entertaining game. Dale pulled away early on and with 11 ends gone he lead 10-5. Nick started to come back and actually moved into 16-15 lead after 20 ends. Dale came back and after 22 ends the scores were level at 17-17 all. The next 2 ends saw Nick edge closer leading 20-17, After Nick losing the final last year 21-20 was this going to happen again, Dale showed some great bowling picking 4 singles to win 21-20, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 31st May’19 Away

Colin Milner and Ann Mountford travelled to Rosedale to face John Bishop and Sue Allen. Colin and Ann couldn’t match John & Sue and went out 18-6. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Officers Singles 31st May’19 Home

Bob Hayter started his defence of his title against Ray Barwick. Bob struggled again in this match and found himself 14-4 down after just 9 ends. Bob brought the mat up to try and get back into the game, this did work and after 14 ends the scores 12-16. With Bob not bowling well and Ray bowling well Bob couldn’t turn this game around losing 21-13.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 31st May’19 Home

Richard Rogers took on Harry Wright in this 2nd Round match. Richard started well winning 5 of the first 6 ends to move into a nice 8-1 lead, Harry then won the next 4 ends to level the game at 8-8 all. Richard then pulled away again with 4 straight ends to lead 14-8. Harry started to come back and was within 2 shots however Richard pulled away again and after 20 ends Richard lead 20-15, with Richard only needing 1 he got it on the 22nd end to win 21-18, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Triples Prelim 30th May’19 Home

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers took on a strong triple from Sawbridgewoth BC. Colin, Tim & Micky started well , winning 5 of the first 6 ends to move 13-3 in front. With shots being exchanged our triple maintained their lead. After 12 ends they were still 10 shots in front, they pulled away further, then they collected a 5 and it was game over, a great win 27-11. Good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 29th May’19 Home

Bob Hayter looking to retain his singles championship crashed out to Rick Marshall from Sawbridgeworth. Bob Started well and lead 6-0 after 4 ends, this match was mainly single shots and after 19 ends it was 15 all. Bob moved closer but just couldn’t get over the line losing 21-20.

EHBL Pairs 1st Round 28th May’19 Home

Micky Towers & Dale Large took on Welwyn Garden City BC pair Stewart Parkhurst and Keith Avenell. Stewart & Keith were the bowlers that Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell played twice in the EHBL Pairs finals in 2016 &17, a very strong pair. On the night they were to good for Micky & Dale winning 28-8 after 16 ends. Unlucky better luck next time.

Hertfordshire Pairs 1st Round 28th May’19 Away

Terry Eldridge and Martin Mountford travelled to Sele Farm to play Harry Wright and Jim Parsley. With both Martin and Terry bowling well they lead the way after 9 ends 8-6 up. However the strong and experienced Sele Farm pairing moved ahead in the middle section of this game to lead 14-13 with just 5 ends remaining. Jim & Harry then put together a run of 4 winning ends to lead 23-13 and the game was over. Better Luck next year.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 28th May’19 Home

Bob Hayter started his singles season at home to Allen Brandford from Hertford Castle. The match started well for Bob as he moved into a 4-0 lead when the heavens opened and both players agreed to come off for 10 minutes. After the forced break Allen started to pull back winning the next 5 ends. With both players picking up singles this was going to be a long game, 20 ends in Allen lead 15-13, Bob went in front but Allen bowled well to beat Bob 21-16 after 24 ends, better luck next year.

EHBL Pairs 1st Round 27th May’19 Away

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers travelled to Welwyn Garden City to face Dave Bedford and Carl Parkhurst in this pairs game. Richard & Barry started very well and after just 6 ends they were 8-1 up. They continued to bowl well moving into a lead of 13-7 after 15 ends. With 6 ends to play it all went wrong for our pair losing 5 out of the next 6 ends causing a 18-15 loss to Richard and Barry. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 27th May’19 Home

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith played their mixed pairs match against a pairing from Hertingfordbury. Marion & Richard and moved into a 7-0 lead after just 4 ends, this start was just what they needed and they kept this lead all the way through. They were 20-8 up after 19 ends and even though they lost the last two ends they still won comfortably 20-12 to move into the next round. Good luck in the next round.

Hertfordshire Mixed Pairs 27th May’19 Home

Colin Milner & Ann Mountford played this mixed pairs game on Bank holiday Monday. Colin returning from St Neots Cambs after 45 ends in the DBE singles qualifiers & Ann returning from her holiday in Spain both started slowly. After 7 ends they found themselves 8-2 down and struggled to make up this difference with their opponents pulling away even further to lead 14-6 after 15 ends. Even though Colin & Ann continued they couldn’t make up this diffence and lost 20-11. Better luck next year.

EHBL Pairs Prelim 25th May’19 Away

Colin Milner and Tim Maynard travelled to Hertford Castle to play this prelim game. After 10 ends Colin & Tim were leading 12-11. Colin & Tim then produced some excellent and won 8 of the next 10 ends and came away with a very good win. The final score being 27-13. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 23rd May ’19 Home

Julie Potter and Micky Towers played their 1st round game against a strong and experienced Datchworth pair. This game was nip and tuck and all square after 11 ends. The second half of this game was much better for our pair with Julie and Mick bowling well they moved into a nice rhythm and pulled away winning 20-10. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Pairs 2nd Round 23rd May’19 Home

Barry Osman & Richard Rogers played Harry Wright and Jim Parsley in this 2nd round clash. Barry & Richard started very well and moved into a very nice lead, after just 4 ends they lead 15-0. The Sele Farm duo started their comeback and reduced the deficit and after 14 ends the score was 22-14. Harry & Jim completed their comeback and moved in front on the 19th end to lead 24-26. Barry & Richard then produced 2 very good ends picking up 8 shots and won by 32-26, well done and good luck in the next round.

Hertfordshire Singles 1st Round 22nd May’19 Home

Dale Large took on Tony Keeling from Buntingford. With Dale only just returning from a 2 week holiday this was always going to be a hard game, and so it turned out to be. Tony found the weight very quickly and pulled away into a strong lead. The only thing that made the home fans laugh was when Micky Towers the marker fell in the ditch and disappeared. Tony went on and won 21-6

EHBL Pairs 1st Round 22nd May’19 Home

Dave Fussell and Bob Hayter played Buntingford pair of Dave Murphy and Greg Amos. This match was nip and tuck all the way through with only 1 or 2 shots separating them during this very competitive match. After 20 ends the scores were at 14 all. The final end saw some exceptional bowling with Greg and Dave taking this game 16-14.

EHBL Pairs Prelim 21st May’19 Home

Micky Towers and Dale Large played their pairs match against a strong pair from Northaw & Cuffley. Dale & Micky were always in control and won comfortably 26-9. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 21st May’19 Home

Sue & Brian Metzner played this 1st Round Mixed pairs game and took on a pairing from Sawbridgeworth. Sue & Brian started slowly and were 7-2 down after 5 ends. However after 8 &13 ends the scores were level at 7 all and 11all. This match was very close all the way through, After 20 ends the Sawbridgeworth pair picked up a 3 to move 1 shot ahead, but Sue & Brian knuckled down and picked up their own 3 to win 19-17, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 20th May’19 Home

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith played a strong pair from Whit Hern. Richard and Marion bowled well to move into an amazing 18-1 lead after just 7 ends. The next 8 ends didn’t go their way, they only won one end out of the 8 and the score moved to 19-12, With a good effort from the Whit Hern pair they just couldn’t pull all the shots back and Richard and Marion won 22-18, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 19th May ’19 Home

Sue & Brian Metzner played Toni Lacey and Tim Maynard. This was alkways going to be a close game. Toni & Tim moved into a slight lead and after 9 ends they were 10-6 up. by the 16th end it was all level at 12-12 all. They both bowled well and it was all down to the final end at 15-15 all, It was Brian and Sue who came out on top picking up a 3 to win 18-15, well done and good luck.

EHBA Pairs 1st Round 16th May’19 Home

Tony Lacey and Brian Metzner played team mates Martin Mountford and Terry Eldridge in this 1st round game. Terry & Martin started very well and after 9 ends they lead 12-3. Brian & Tony then started their comeback and were level after 16 ends at 14 all. Brian & Tony continue their comeback and pulled away to win 23-16 well done,

EHBA Mixed Pairs 1st Round 16th May’19 Away

Julie Potter & Bob Hayter travelled to Whit Hern. After a very slow start Bob & Julie were 10-0 after just 6 ends they started to reduced this deficit, However the Whit Hern pair played well and held on to this lead beaten our pair 24-13. Better luck next year.

Hertfordshire 3rd Round Triples 15th May’19 Home

Colin Milner, Micky Towers and Tim Maynard crashed out of the Triples tonight against a strong triple from Sawbridgeworth losing 20-9, unlucky better luck next time.

EHBL Singles 1st Round 15th May’19 Home

Richard Rogers started this singles competition against one of the top bowlers from Welwyn & Districts bowl Club. The game started slowly with both bowlers picking up shots nothing between them, this game was played very slowly but Richard kept his cool and he eventually pulled away with some excellent bowling to win 21-14 and to move into round 2. well done and good luck.

Ladies Unbadged Singles 14th May’19 Home

Marion Smith played in this first round game looking to go one step further than 2 years ago. However in wasn’t to be with Marion going down 21-14. Unlucky better luck next year.

EBHA Pairs 2nd Round 13th May ’19 Home

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell started this years Pairs as beaten finalist. They played Kevin Norman & Steve Kenway from Whit Hern, The game was very tight early on in fact after 10 ends Bob & Dave were 3-8 down. With our pair then taking control of the mat they levelled and 15 ends the score was 10-10. Bob and Dave won 4 of the next 5 ends to win 20-11. Good Luck in the next round.

National Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 12th May ’19 Home

Ann Mountford and Colin Milner played this 2nd round match on a lovely Sunday Morning at Rye Park. Our pair started well and moved into a 14-7 lead after 13 ends, their opponents from Royston realising that the ends were running out pulled back the 7 shots and in fact moved into the lead 16-17 with just 2 ends remaining. However Colin & Ann managed to win the last two ends with a score of 18-17. Well done good luck in the next round.

Hertfordshire 4’s 2nd Round 10th May ’19 Home

Colin Milner, Micky Towers, Brian Metzner and Tim Maynard played this 2nd round 4’s game against a strong Whit Hern team. With a strong start by our 4 moving into a 17-9 lead with just 7 ends remaining it all looked good. However two ends later they found themselves 17-20 down, even though they pulled the deficit back to level the match after 20 ends, the final end went the way of the visitors winning 25-22. Unlucky better luck next year.

Hertfordshire Triples 2nd Round 9th May ’19 Home

Colin Milner, Micky Giron-Towers and Tim Maynard started on the road in this competition with a 2nd round home leg. With all 3 bowlers bowling well they moved into the 3rd round with a 19-10 victory over the Cheshunt triple. Well done and good luck in the next round.

National Mixed Pairs 1st Round 25th April’19 at Sawbridgeworth

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith started the outside competitions off with a great 1st Round win. It was a very tight game and at 14 ends Richard & Marion were 13-15 down. The next 4 ends were just what the doctor ordered with 10 shots to our guys to lead 23-15 after 18 ends, even though the Sawbridgeworth pair tried to pull it back it was too much to ask and Marion & Richard won 24-20. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

HERE WE GO AGAIN THE SEASON STARTS NOW

Outside Competitions 2018
Played 100 Won 58Lost 42
Win Rate 58%

EHBL Finals – 9th September 2018
Venue Ware BC

Bob Hayter
starts his EHBL Singles Final at 10.30am (Won 21-20) see report below

EHBA Finals – 2nd September 2018
Venue Buntingford BC

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell
start their EHBA Pairs Final at 9.30am (Lost 14-13) see report below

Bob Hayter
starts his Officers Singles Final at
12.30pm Approx (Won 21-12) see report below

Bob Hayter reaches EHBA Officers Singles Semi Final to be played on 9th August 2.30pm at Rosedale BC against Roy Grethe from Much Hadham BC (Won 21-7 report below)

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell reach EHBA Pairs Semi Final to be played on 22nd August 5.30pm playing a pair from Ware BC including Simon Stow. Venue Rosehill BC (Won 18-17 report below)

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers reach EHBL Semi Final 23rd August 5.30pm venue Hertford Castle BC (Lost 17-15)

Bob Hayter reaches EHBL Singles Semi-Final, playing Stan Kenworthy from Welwyn & District BC on Friday 24th August 6pm venue Welwyn Garden City BC (Won 21-13)

Marion Smith, Gloria Hardy & Chris Miles reach EHDWBA Triples Semi Final Thursday 30th August 2.30pm at Sawbridgeworth BC (Lost 18-13 report below)

Marion Smith & Chris Miles reach the EHDWBA Pairs Semi Final Monday 3rd September 4pm at Rosehill BC (Lost 22-8 see report below)

EHBL Singles Final At Ware BC 9th September 2018

Bob Hayter travelled to Ware BC to play his 5th final in 8 days. This game was against Nick Goff from Sawbridgeworth BC in the EHBL Singles, Bob won this competition back in 2009 and was looking to add another. The game started well for Bob moving into a quick 6-0 lead (after 2 ends) however Nick then started to find his line and caught Bob up, in fact he cruised passed him to move 12-6 ahead after just 7 ends. The game then switched back into Bob’s favour. Bob then decided to change things by taking the mat up the green and had an immediate effect pulling the scores level at 12-12. With a poor cast on the Jack (short) Bob lost the mat and Nick pulled away again into a lead of 17-12. Bob was then in trouble he managed to draw shot with his last wood to regain the mat. The mat was shortened yet again and Bob picked up his 3rd 4 count to draw level at 17-17. This game could have gone either way, Nick then collected a single and was then holding 3 for the game, Bob then drew up and the umpire was called, Nick had 2 after a tight measure Bob’s wood was in by 5mm, so with the score at 20-17 Bob couldn’t afford anymore errors. The next end Nick was holding the 1 he required but Bob then drew it off to pick up 2, so now 20-19. The mat came up for the final time (He hoped) and with Bob holding 2 we waited for Nick to bowl his last wood, its on its way, it just slipped passed the shot wood and Bob won 21-20. Once again great support from all the members of HRPBC Bob thanks you all so much.

EHDWBA Pairs Semi Final 3rd September 2018

Marion Smith & Chris Miles travelled to the neutral green at Rosehill BC to face Ware ladies Sarah Best and Jill Grose. The Ware ladies found the green quicker than our ladies. Sarah lead very well all the way through, even though Marion matched her they pulled away into a strong lead. Chris and Marion couldn’t reduce the deficit and when they look like they were coming back Jill drew in for shot. Well done to the Ware Ladies and good luck in the final,

EHBA Officers Singles Final At Buntingford 2nd September ’18

Bob Hayter took on Bryan Davies in this Officers Singles, Bryan won this competition in 2017 so he was up for defending his title, Bob also won this in 2014 so he was trying to regain this title so both bowlers were up for it. Bob was on the pill from wood number one on the first end. After 5 ends Bob was 5-1 up. Bob was bowling well and collected 2 fours therefore increasing his lead to 18-2. Bryan realised he was running out of time and started his comeback and after 15 ends it was 19-11, With Bob just needing 2 shots, he finally did it winning 21-12 and taking this competition for the 2nd time. Well Done, Great support as usual from HRPBC Members Bob thanks you all.

EHBA Pairs Final at Buntingford 2nd September 2018

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell took on Ross Murphy and Garry Warrender in this pairs final, our opponents had a slight advantage playing on their home green, but what a game. A slow start from Dave and Bob and some excellent bowling from the Garry and Ross saw the Buntingford boys lead at the halfway stage (11 ends) 9-4. Bob & Dave started their comeback reducing their lead to 10-8. The Buntingford team then extended their lead to 14-8 with just 4 ends left. Bob & Dave continued to bowl well but it was hard against these two bowlers, however Bob & Dave did win the next 4 ends but couldn’t get all 6 shots they needed losing 14-13. Great support again from the Rye Park bowlers, Dave & Bob Thank you all for your great support.

EHDWBA Triples Semi Final 30th August 2018 at Sawbridgeworth

Marion Smith, Gloria Hardy and Chris Miles travelled to Sawbridgeworth BC to play this semi final. The match was nip and tuck until the final few ends when the game got away from them, eventually losing 18-13. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Singles Semi Final 24th Aug 2018 at Welwyn Garden City

Bob Hayter travelled to Welwyn Garden City BC to face Stan Kenworthy from Welwyn & District BC. The last 3 opponents Bob has faced were all from Welwyn & District BC. This game started pretty even however Bob was always in front by one or two shots until Stan pulled level after 14 ends with the score at 11-11 all. Bob then pulled away to 13-11 when the heavens opened, they finished the next end with Bob picking up a 4 to move 17 -11 up, the players then came off due to thunder & lightening. After a 30 minutes delay they continued and Bob sealed the win 21-13 and moves into this EHBL Final, Well Done good luck in the final.

EHBL Triples Semi Final 23rd August 2018 at Hertford Castle

Micky Towers, Tim Maynard and sub Bob Hayter travelled to Hertford Castle to face Welwyn Garden City bowlers. Les Brown, Gordon Frost and Ian Stone. Our triples started well but the WGC bowlers came back well and after 7 ends the score was 9-9 all. The next few ends were won by WGC as they moved into a 14-10 lead, 3 ends later it was 14-13. The WGC triple pulled away even further to lead 16-13, just 2 ends left and our triple picked up a 2, so at 16-15 it was all on the last end. Tim bowled 3 great woods, Bob then put another 2 woods in, so holding 4 and all looking good when Ian Stone drew one wood in amongst ours and Skip Micky Towers couldn’t change the head and our triple lost 17-15.

EHBA Pairs Semi Final – 22nd August 2018 at Rosehill.

Dave Fussell & Bob Hayter travelled to Rosehill to face Simon Stow & Neville Wareham in this Semi Fi nal. The green was interesting but both teams played it as well as they could. Bob & Dave started better than the Ware bowlers and moved into a 7-2 lead after just 5 ends. Bob & Dave held the lead until the 13th end when Simon & Neville took the lead 11-10. Simon & Neville pulled away even further to lead 17-14 with just 3 ends to play. The 19th end was crucial as the umpire was called to measure this end and we took it with a 2. After another tight end the scores were level at 17-17. The final end saw Dave holding shot then Neville regained the shot, so one done just with Bob & Simon to go, they both made no difference to the head with their first 2 woods. Bob then drew the shot with his third wood and Simon couldn’t find the shot and Bob & Dave reach their 3rd consecutive pairs final, this time EHBA. Well Done great game. Thanks to our supporters on the night Mick Wilkins, Edie, Terry Mascot and Linda & Greg Dunford and Rosehill for their hospitality it was much appreciated.

EHDWBA Fours 1st Round 14th August 2018 away

Marion Smith, Julie Potter, Gloria Hardy and skip Chris Miles travelled to Hertford Castle to face a strong ladies team from Hertford Castle. Our ladies started slowly in fact they were 11-0 down after just 5 ends. After 12 ends they had started a comeback with the score now at 14-4. The HRPBC Spirit then came into effect and our ladies fought back to be only 12-16 down with 3 ends to play. Unfortunately they then dropped a 4 on the 19th end and they eventually lost 20-16. A great comeback however you just run out of ends.

EHDWBA Triples Quater final 13th August 2018 home

Marion Smith, Gloria Hardy and Julie Potter welcomed a triple from Whit Hern for this quarter final game. Our triple started slowly but pulled level after some excellent bowling and after 10 ends the score was 8-8 all. Our ladies pressed on and moved into a 4 shot lead with only 5 ends remaining it was looking good. The Whit Hern ladies then started their comeback and after 17 ends they were 15-13 in front. With only one end remaining and needing 3 to go through to the semi final, they did what was required picking up a 3 and won 16-15, well done and good luck in the semi final.

EHBA Officers Singles Semi Final 9th August 2018

Bob Hayter travelled to the neutral green at Rosedale BC to face Roy Grethe from Much Hadham BC. After all the sun over the last few weeks this match was played in constant rain. Bob Hayter got off to a great start and was 8-0 up after just 5 ends. Bob restricted Roy to just a few singles and at 11 ends Bob was 14-4 up. Roy never managed to reduce this lead and Bob pulled away further to win 21-7 and makes the Final in September. He fully appreciated the support from some of his club members in these very wet conditions. Congratulations on reaching this final.

EHDWBA Millennium Singles Semi Final 8th August 2018

Marion Smith travelled to Sawbridgeworth to play her opponent from Bishop Stortford in this semi final singles. This was a very tight game with only 35 shots being scored in 28 ends. This shows the game was very close, unfortunately for Marion the score was not in her favour, eventually losing 21-14. Excellent bowling better luck next year.

EHBA Singles Quarter Final 7th August away

Richard Rogers travelled to Buntingford again this time to face Ross Murphy in this quarter final. The game was tight all the way and any rubs were going against Richard. The final score was 21-14, I’m sure Richard is pleased to see the back of Buntingford this season. Unlucky Richard better luck next year.

EHDWBA Pairs Quarter Finals 3rd August

Marion Smith & Chris Miles reach the semi finals of this competition after the ladies from Bishops Stortford had to withdraw. Good luck in your Semi Final

EHBL Pairs 4th Round 2nd August 2018 away

Richard Rogers and Barry Osman played away at Welwyn Garden City to face Keith Anvell and Stewart Parkhurst who have finished runners up in this competition in the last 2 seasons. The match was not what we wanted with Richard having a bad day at the office, our team went out to this strong pairing. More details to follow Unlucky and better luck next year.

EHBL Singles Quarter Final 2nd August 2018 Away

Micky Towers travelled to Welwyn & District to face Ian Snook in this quarter final singles game, unfortunately it wasn’t to be with for Micky going out at this stage 21-14, Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Triples 3rd Round 2nd August 2018 Away

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Towers travelled to Ware BC to play Dale Large, Ray Cracknell and M Grey in this quarter final game. A very close affair early on and with 5 ends ticked off the score was 5-5 all. With some excellent bowling from our triples they just kept winning ends and were 16-7 up after 10 ends. The match was all over after 14 ends when the score was 24-9, well done and good luck in the semi final.

EHBA Pairs 5th Round 30th July 2018 home

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell played this quarter final game against a strong Rosehill pair, Malcolm Songer & Chris Bartlett. The match was very even early on with 7 ends on the board the score was 6-6 all. Bob & Dave moved into a 5 shot lead at 14-9 after 14 ends however Malcolm & Chris nearly levelled after 18 ends with score now at 15-14. Dave & Bob then made their move with a 3 and 4 to move into an 8 shot lead at
22-14. Malcolm and Chris tried to get a hot shot but Bob & Dave had different ideas and won 24-14 and move into the Semi Final. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHDWBA Pairs 2nd Round 24th July 2018 away

Marion Smith & Chris Miles travelled to Rosehill to face 2 ladies from Rosehill Bowls Club. This game started evenly and after 6 end all was square at 6-6 all. However the next end saw the Rosehill pair collected a 5 and moved ahead. After 14 ends Chris and Marion had clawed their way back and the difference had gone and they have taken a 2 shot lead 15-13. They kept the pressure on and by the 19th end they were leading 21-14. With a 7 shot lead the game looked all over, however the 2 ladies from Rosehill had other ideas and picked up 5 shots in the last 2 ends but not enough, final score 21-19. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Singles Quarter Finals 23rd July 2018 away

Bob Hayter travelled to Welwyn and District again this time to face Joe Festa. This match started evenly and after 10 ends Bob was leading 7-6. With this match going both ways Bob decided it was time to bring the mat up, this immediately brought success with a quick 4 and moved into a 13-8 lead. He then tried it again and dropped a 3. Bob was bowling well, as was Joe. Bob then pulled away into a 18-12 lead after 18 ends. However Joe wouldn’t lie down and came back again and after 24 ends it was all square at 19-19 all. This could have gone either way but Bob managed to win the next 2 ends to win 21-19. Bob now moves into the semi-final, well done and good luck.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 22nd July 2018 home

A early start for Marion Smith & Richard Rogers on this sunny morning. Marion & Richard were our last remaining pairing in this competition, they took on 2 bowlers from Ware Graham Ingde and his partner. Our pair started well and moved into a nice 9-2 lead after just 5 ends. The Ware pair started their comeback winning the next 6 ends to lead 12-9. Marion and Richard eased their way back into the game winning the next 4 ends to lead again 13-12 after 15 ends. The next 6 ends were shared however the Ware pairing collected a 4 on one of these ends and that was the difference. Unfortunately Richard & Marion just lost 17-18. Well done and hopefully better luck next year.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 20th July 2018 away

Brian & Sue Metzner travelled to Buntingford to a very strong pair. Brian & Sue fell behind early and after 10 ends they found themselves 7-13 down, A couple of ends later Brian & Sue were 18-7 down, a little rally saw a our pair winning the next 3 ends moving to within 6 shots and that was as close as they got, eventually going down 23-12. Unlucky great bowling this season better luck next season.

EHBA Singles 4th Round 20th July 2018 away

Richard Rogers travelled again to Buntingford and moved into the quarter finals where he once again travels to Buntingford. Richard started very well against the experienced Tony Keeling, after 11 ends Richard moved into a great lead, 15-3. Then it all changed when Richard lost the next 6 ends and Tony was back in the game with the score at 15-12. Richard then knuckled down winning 5 out of the next 7 to come away winning 21-16. Well done and keep going.

EHBL Mixed Triples 3rd Round 19th July 2018 home

Bob Hayter and Julie Potter took on John Bishop and Sub Marion Smedley from Rosedale, Our pair got off to a slow start and were, 6-0 down after 2 ends, however it was all square after 8 ends at 7-7 all. Julie & Bob then moved ahead to lead 13-9 then it all went wrong dropping a 7 on the 14th end. Julie and Marion were both bowling very well but that 7 made all the difference eventually seeing Bob & Julie losing 26-17. Better luck next year.

EHDWBA Triples 2nd Round 18th July 2018 away

Marion Smith, Gloria Hardy and skip Chris Miles travelled to Sele Farm. The green was very fast and not much green could be seen. The first 7 ends were shared and we lead 4-3. This was always going to be hard and with 13 ends complete the scores were level at 11-11 all. Our ladies lost the next 2 ends and fell 13-11 behind. However with a 5 on the next end our ladies moved away and won 18-13, well done and good luck in the next game.

EHBL Pairs 3rd Round 16th July 2018 away

Barry Osman and Richard Rogers travelled to Standon & Puckeridge to face a strong pair. A strong start from Barry and Richard winning 8 ends from the first 9 on this tricky green to lead 18-2. Richard & and Barry continued pressurising the Standon & Puckeridge pair and moved into a 26-8 lead where the match was conceded, well done and keep going.

EHDWBA 2 wood Pairs Quarter Final 13th July 2018 home

Marion Smith & Gloria Hardy welcomed one of the strongest ladies pairings in the County. This game was swinging both ways and at the halfway stage (11 ends) the score was 10-10 all. Our ladies crept in front on the 16th end 13-12, a couple of 2’s from the Rosedale pairs was enough to win this tight game by 17-16. Unlucky good luck next year.

EHBA 4th Round Tuesday10th July 2018 home

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Giron-Towers welcomed a strong triple from Buntingford, Garry Warrinder, Peter Warren and Vic Greenberg. Our triple started well against this very strong triple and at the halfway stage the scores were level at 10-10 all. In a very nip and tuck game our triple lead with 3 ends to play with the score at 14-13. The last 3 ends went the way of Buntingford, with everyone bowling well the Buntingford boys just had the edge and came away winning 19-14.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 4th Round Sunday 8th July 2018 home

Sue & Brian Metzner had a early start on Sunday morning to welcome John Bishop and Sue Allen from Rosedale BC. Sue & Brian had a very poor start and were 20-4 down after 12 ends. 15 ends in they found themselves 9-21 down. With the true HRPBC spirit they started their comeback winning the next 6 ends, however they gave themselves to much to do and eventually lost 21-20. great effort good luck next season.

EHBL Singles 3rd Round 6th July 2018 home

Micky Giron-Towers took on one of Welwyn & District BC top bowlers. Micky struggled early on and found himself 12-0 down after just 4 ends. With his opponent continued his great start and moved closer to his target now 15-3 up. Micky then started his amazing comeback with some excellent bowling managed to level this game and move into round 4 with a 21-19, great result. Well done and keep going.

EHBA Pairs 4th Round 6th July 2018 away

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell had an early start at Northaw & Cuffley to face Len Curtis & Dave Fryett. Bob and Dave found the pace early and moved into a nice 9-3 lead after just 8 ends. A slight slip up saw Len & Dave pull level after 10 ends at 9-9 all. With 15 ends on the card Bob & Dave lead 14-13. With some excellent bowling from Bob & Dave they picked up 8 shots in 2 ends and they lead 22-13. Just two more ends saw Bob & Dave win 25-15. Good luck in the next round at home.

EHBL Triples 2nd Round 5th July 2018 home

Colin Milner, Tim Maynard and Micky Goran-Towers took on Roger Evans, Mike Hately and Tony Keeling from Buntingford. The Triple from Buntingford moved into a comfortable lead and after 12 ends and they were 11-4 up with just 6 ends to play. However our triple then picked up 11 shots in 5 ends to lead 15-13. The final end was nip and tuck and we managed to only drop 1 to win 15-14. After this great result they have move into the semi final, Well Done just keep going.

EHBA Singles 3rd Round 5th July 2018 Away

Richard Rogers also travelled to Buntingford to face Carl “Burnsy” Frostick. Richard started very well and was 6-1 up after 5 ends. Burnsy then came back and moved level after 10 ends at 8-8. Richard then hit form to win 6 of the next 7 ends to lead 16-9. With Richard bowling well he moved nearer the win but Burnsy started his comeback and after 27 ends Richard was leading 20-16, the next end Richard was holding game when Burnsy fired and took Richards 2 woods out to bring the score to 19-20. The next Richard was holding game again this time Burnsy missed and Richard won 21-19. Well Done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Champion of Champions 1st Round 5th July 2018 Away

Bob Hayter travelled to Buntingford to face Mark Plume in this clash. Bob started well however with Mark’s experience as a County bowler Bob was always playing catch up, even though Bob bowled well he just couldn’t match Mark and lost 21-13.

EHBA 4’s 1st Round Wednesday 4th July 2018 home

Don Stevenson skipped this rink with Martin Mountford, Terry Eldridge and Brian Metzner against a strong 4 from Ware BC. Unfortunately the Ware team were too strong and our four went out 12-25. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBL Singles 3rd Round Wednesday 4th July 2018 away

Bob Hayter travelled to Welwyn & District to face Ian kilford in this 3rd round match. The match was very close early on, however midway through Bob found the pace and moved away and after 13 ends he was 16-4 in front. Ian then started his comeback and won 8 of the next 9 ends to bring the score to 19-14. Bob then managed to find the 2 he needed to win this very tight game 21-16. Well Done and good luck in the next round

EHBL Pairs 2nd Round Tuesday 3rd July 2018 away

Richard Rogers and Barry Osman travelled to Whit Hern to face two bowlers from one of our local rivals. While most people were watching England playing Colombia in this tense World Cup game, our pair were bowling. They started slowly, if fact they were 8-1 down after just 5 ends. But in true HRPBC spirit they won 6 of the next seven ends to lead 17-9 after 12 ends. By keeping the ends tight this was always going to be difficult for the Whit Hern pair and Richard and Barry bowled well to win 23-18. Well done and keep going.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 2nd Round Monday 2nd July 2018 home

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith welcomed a pairing from Northaw & Cuffley in this 2nd round game. Marion & Richard started very strongly and the Northaw & Cuffley pair were always playing catch up. After12 ends Marion & Richard were 20-5 in front, even though the away pairing won the next 5 ends they couldn’t catch Marion & Richard who extended their lead winning 23-12. Well done on joining our other pairings in the last 16, just keep going.

EHBA Triples 3rd Round

Colin Milner’s triple moved into the 4th round as Rosehill conceded this game.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 2nd Round Sunday 1st July 2018 home

Brian & Sue Metzner welcomed a pair from BSP for this 2nd round clash. The match started evenly then Brian & Sue continued their excellent form and pulled away into a 14-4 lead at the halfway stage. Brian & Sue kept the pressure up with some excellent bowling to win 25-10 to move to the 3rd round, well done and keep going,

EHBL Mixed Pairs 2nd round Thursday 28th June 2018

Tim Maynard & Toni Lacey took on Bob Hayter & Julie Potter in this 2nd round game. Bob & Julie started well moving into a early 9-0 lead. Bob & Julie were always in front and with the score at 24-18 Tim & Toni needed 6 shots on the last end to force an extra end, they came very close picking up 5 to lose by only 1 shot, the final score was 24-23. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Pairs 2nd Round Wednesday 27th June 2018 home

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell welcomed Chas Grose (Wagg) and Paul Sullivan from Ware BC for this 2nd round game. With Bob & Dave defending their title which they had won for the past two season this would be another hard game. This was a very even game until 2 bad ends midway through, Bob & Dave started pulling back and with the score at 16-17 after 17 ends it was anybody’s game. With a great bowl from Wagg picking a 4 on the 18th end Bob & Dave were playing catch up again, but with the experience of the Ware pair Bob & Dave couldn’t pull it back and lost 16-24, Good luck next year.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round Monday 25th June 2018 away

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell travelled to Buntingford to face Roger Evans and Tony Keeling in this 3rd round game. Bob & Dave had already faced Tony in the EHBL Pairs but this time he was partnered with Roger. Bob & Dave got of to a good start and never fell behind picking singles on a regular basis. The Buntingford pair started a comeback but Dave & Bob picked up a 4 on the 18th end to lead 18-9, with a 2 on the next end the Buntingford Pairs conceded at 20-9, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 3rd Round 23rd June 2018 away

Bob Hayter travelled to Bishop Stortford for this early morning match. With a fast green and the sun burning down Bob started well in this tight match. With the scores going up evenly we saw 7 all, 9 all, 12 all, 15 all and 18 all. However a good finish Bob picked up the 3 he need to win 21-19, he now moves into the semi final. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHDWBA Millennium Singles 23rd June 2018 home

Marion Smith welcomed Alwine Curtis from Northaw & Cuffley inn this Millennium singles game. THis match started early for both ladies. Marion started very strongly moving into a nice lead, even though the Alwine Curtis tried to comeback Marion just turned on the pressure to win 21-6, she now moves into the semi final, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL triples 1st Round Friday 22nd June 2018 at home

Colin Milner skipped this triples Micky Towers and Tim Maynard. They took on a triple from Welwyn Garden City. This was a close game with our triple always in front. Our triple came away with a 16-7 win and move into the next round.

EHBA Pairs 3rd Round Thursday 21st June 2018 away

Brian Metzner & Tony Lacey travelled to Buntingford to face 2 very strong bowlers (Garry Warriner and Ross Murphy) . Our pair fell behind early on and never recovered, even though a strong finish and tied end they went down 21-15. Well done and good luck next year.

National Mixed pairs 3rd Round 18th June 2018 away

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith travelled to Royston and took on 2 under 25 internationals. Even though Richard and Marion bowled well the 2 Royston bowlers were very good and came away winning 21-10. Well done and good luck next year.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 18th June 2018 away

Tim Maynard & Toni Lacey travelled to Rosedale to face John Bishop & Sue. This was a close game all the way to the end however Tim & Toni just lost this one 22-26. Unlucky better luck next year.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 3rd Round 17th June 2018 away

Brian & Sue Metzner travelled to Northaw & Cuffley to face Ray Barwick and June Ford in this 3rd round match. A good start from Brian & Sue saw them pick up three 3 shots in the first 8 ends to lead 10-4. However Ray & June won 7 ends out of the next 9 to level the game at 15 all. With only one to play Brian & Sue were 17-19 down and they needed 3 to win, they just couldn’t manage 3 but collected a 2 to draw the game. An extra was required and this could have gone either way but thankfully Brian & Sue came through 20-19 winners. Well done and good luck in the next round.

The Eversley Cup HRPBC v Rosedale BC
Not a good night for the club with a loss on all three rinks, with an overall deficit score of 22 shots. The visitors bowled well and congratulations to them and good luck in the next round

EHWDBA – Ladies Pairs Friday15th June 2018

Marion Smith and Gloria Hardy progressed into the next round with a good 21-3 win over their opponent at Hertford. Well done

EHBA Singles 2nd Round – Wednesday 13th June 2018

Richard Rogers played against his opponent from Allenburys BC. Richard took the lead and continued his good form to win with 21 shots to 7.

EHBL Mixed Pairs – Wednesday 13th June 2018

With both skips from our Club the mixed pairing of Tim Maynard and Toni Lacey played Micky Towers and his partner Shirley Pratchett. A close competitive game throughout with Tim and Toni securing the win. Well done to both sets of players.

EHBL Pairs 1st Round – Tuesday 12th June 2018

The pairing of Richard Rogers and Barry Osman saw both player gell together to bring of the win against the pair from Aston Bowls Club with 20 shots to 12 . Well done and good luck in your next round

EHBL Pairs 1st Round – Monday 11th June 2018

Brian Metzner and Tony Lacey visited Buntignford BC to play this match but having lost a lot of shots on the first end it was always going to be a struggle and after 19 ends the game was over. It was our pairs first season bowling together so better luck next year

EHWDBA -HRPBC v Northaw and Cuffley – Monday 11th June 2018

The triple of Marian Smith Gloria Hardy and Chris Miles took on the ladies from Northaw and Cuffley and secured the win of 23 shots to 12. Well done.

EHBL Singles 2nd Round.

Micky Giron -Towers received a Walk over from John Matthews from Knebworth BC

COUNTY PAIRS – Wednesday 6th June 2018 at home

Tim Maynard and Colin Milner took on a strong pairing from Buntingford BC our home boys went down by only the five shots after the 21 ends.

Ladies County 4 Wood pairs 6th June 2018

Ann Mountford and Toni Lacey faced last years winners of the competition and with their opponents insisting on having a choice of rinks this flumaxed our pairing in trying to find a rink already not allocated, but having said that the game was played in the sprit of the competition with the home team losing the match.

Ladies County 4 Wood pairs 6th June 2018

Marion Smith & Gloria Hardy played their pairs game away at Hertford. After a poor start they just couldn’t pull back that poor start and went down 21-17, unlucky and better luck next year.

COUNTY SINGLES – Tuesday 5th June 2108 at home

What a rewarding game for both players Colin Milner played a young bowler from Bishops Stortford BC the game was nip and tuck for all of the 28 ends at no time was the outcome assured for either player. A game enjoyed by the spectators. On the 27th end the score was tied at 19 all only for the visiting bowler to then get the two shots needed to win the game. Well done to both players a game of bowls at its best.

EHBA Men’s Triples 2nd Round – 4th June 2018 at home

The trio of Tim Maynard, Colin Milner and Micky Towers welcomed the triple from Rosedale BC with the home team gelling and getting off to a flyer the visitors just managing to score 6 single shots in the match that was won with the score of 22 shots to the six. Well done in the next round .

EHBA Men’s Pairs 2nd Round – 4th June 2018 at home

The pairing of Richard Rogers and Barry Osman lost their round of this pairs game. On the 15th end the scores were only 2 shot difference in favour of their opponent but then they managed to pull away to win the game.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 3rd June 2018 away

Toni Lacey and Tim Maynard travelled to Northaw and Cuffley to play their mixed pairs match against Alwina and Len Curtis our pairing got off to an excellent start after eight ends it was 10 -1 a comeback by the home team for the next few ends but our team held onto the lead winning 18 shots to 16 – well done

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 1st June 2018 away Whit Hern

Colin Milner and Ann Mountford travelled to Whit Hern BC to play Tony Ferrit and partner Celia in this 2nd round game. Colin and Ann started strongly and never let the Whit Hern BC pair get into the game and after 10 ends they were 14-4 up. Colin and Ann continued in the second half of the game the same way as the first. 16 ends into the game they lead 22-6 the Whit Hern pair picked up 4 shots in the next 2 ends, but 2 ends later it was all over with Colin and Ann winning 25-10, Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHDWBA Singles 1st Round 1st June 2018 home

Marion Smith welcomed Carol Norman from Whit Hern BC for this singles game. With both ladies bowling well this was always going to be a tight game, It was nip and tuck and after 13 ends the score was level at 9 all, Marion moved into a 13-10 lead but Carol came back and after 20 ends the score was 14 all, 2 ends later it was 15 all and another scorecard was called for. Carol then picked up her 2nd 3 count to move ahead, Marion fought back to be only 17-18 down. Then after 27 ends Carol had won 21-17, A very good game by both bowlers.

EHBL Singles 2nd Round 1st June 2018

Bob Hayter took on fellow club Richard Rogers in this 2nd round game. Richard started well and won 5 of the first 7 ends to lead 5-3, Bob then came back and won 6 of the next 7 ends to lead 10-7, Bob shortened the mat and eased away into a 15-9 lead, Richard then trying to reduce the gap Bob then pulled away to win 21-10, well done and good luck in the next game.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 31st May 2018 at Home

Brian & Sue Metzner welcomed Malcolm & Carol Songar from our local rivals Rosehill BC. Brian and Sue started well winning 6 of the first 7 ends to lead 9-5. Just over halfway through the scores were level at 11all. After 19 ends Brian & Sue had worked themselves into a great 19-13 lead, Malcolm & Carol would not give up and collected a 4 on the 20th end so with a 2 shot lead Brian & Sue just had to bowl well to win this match and they did winning 20-17. A great win for our pair, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 30th May 2018
away at Standon & Puckeridge

Martin Mountford and Terry Eldridge travelled to Standon & Puckeridge to face Merv Groom and Bob Swann, Martin and Terry started very well on this heavy green (20mm) and moved into an 11-0 lead after just 8 ends. The experienced Standon & Puckeridge pair pulled back the deficit and by the 17th end it was all level at 14 all. Terry started to struggle with the heavy green as his ribs started to give pain. Even though our pair moved into the lead they lost the game in the last 3 ends going down 23-15, unlucky better next year.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 30th May 2018 at Home

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell played Alex Benton and Kevin Rylett from Welwyn & District B C. Bob and Dave playing their first home game of the season started well and continued collecting shots with no reply. with the score at 21-3 the Welwyn & District pairs conceded. The score was not a true reflection of the game even though Bob and Dave did bowl well. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 29th May 2018 at Home

Tony Lacey and Brian Metzner took on Dennis Beauchamp and Dave Baxter from Cheshunt Bowls Club at Rye Park. After 7 ends the score was level at 5-5, however then Tony and Brian pulled away into a great 15-5 lead. Tony and Brian kept this game tidy and Dennis and Dave conceded after 18 ends with the score at 23-10. Well bowled to our pairs and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 29th May 2018 away Whit Hern

Richard Rogers & Marion Smith travelled to Whit Hern BC to play Kevin & Carol Norman in this second round game. The match was nip and tuck and with only 27 shots scored after 20 ends and our pair 14-13 down a big finished was needed. After Marion and Carol had bowled their 4 woods we were holding 2, Kevin then moved the pill Richard then claimed it back, however Kevin still managed to draw another one to win 15-13. Unlucky guys better luck next time.

National Mixed Pairs 2nd Round 27th May 2018 Away at Oak Hill

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith travelled to Oak Hill BC to play their 2nd round National Mixed pairs against Sheila and David Bowler this morning. Richard and Marion started well winning 6 out of the first 7 ends to lead only 7-5. By the 12th end Marion & Richard were falling behind, and were 8-14 down. With the true Rye Park spirit they came back to level on the 19th end at 19-19 all. Richard & Marion picked up a 3 on the 20th to lead by 3, playing the final end they just needed 3rd wood and they did it dropping a 2, winning 22-21, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 26th May 2018 away at Ware BC

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell travel to Ware BC for an early start against Neil Walker and Del Grose. This game was nip and tuck all the way through. On the 14th end Bob & Dave picked up a 4 to move into a 11-9 lead. The next end could have won the game for Dave & Bob while they were holding 6, however Neil played a running wood and managed to get second wood. Neil & Del picked up a 4 on the 19th end to move into a 15-13 lead however Bob & Dave came back with a 4 of their own on the 20th to lead 17-15. With Bob & Dave holding 1 on the last end, Neil played a running wood again the jack ricocheted all over the place but the Ware pair only picked up one, so a win for Bob & Dave 17-16. Good luck in the next round.

EHDWBA Millennium Singles 2nd Round 25th May 2018 away at Buntingford

Marion Smith starts her attempt to go one place further this year in the Millennium Singles. She travelled to Buntingford to play D Marks. This game started well for Marion and any thoughts of the final last year were blown away very quickly. Marion won 8 of the first 9 ends to lead 12-3, Marion continued with some excellent bowling to win 21-7, a great start, good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 1st Round 24th May 2018

Colin Milner and Richard Rogers were drawn against each other in this 1st round EHBA singles match. This was always going to be a close game and after 10 ends the scores were level at 7-7. Fifteen ends in they are still level at 13-13 both bowlers bowling well. Richard then moved ahead however Colin then came back well leading 18-17. This game could still go anyway. Richard picked up a 3 to lead 20-18. The next end Richard had the one he wanted to win 21-18 a great game well bowl to you both.

EHBA Singles 2nd Round 24th May 2018 away at Rosedale

Bob Hayter travelled to Rosedale to play Jim Djouma. The playing surface was not the best with all 4 hands bowling straight and heavy. Jim started well moving into an 8-0 lead. Bob came back by bringing the mat right up, he was looking for some movement. Bob moved into a 16-11 lead however Jim came back it was then nip and tuck and Jim won 21-19.

Herts Singles 1st Round 23rd May 2018 away at Sawbridgeworth

Colin Milner travelled to Sawbridgeworth to face Don (Elvis) Fox in this 1st round contest. Colin couldn’t have started any slower going behind 6-0 after 2 ends, however he must have had appointment in a bar in Hoddesdon because he won 10 ends out of the next 11 and it was all over with Colin dropping just 1 more shot so winning 21-7 what a great result well bowled and good Luck in the next round.

EHBL 1st Round 23rd May 2018 at Home

Bob Hayter played this preliminary round against Keith Greenough from Stevenage Town. The game started well for Bob moving into a 8-0 lead after just 3 ends. However Keith pulled back the deficit to 8-7, Bob then pulled away again but yet again Keith came back to draw level at 15-15 all. Bob seem to lose his line and was on his way out at 15-18 down and 4 down, but with a great firing shot he picked the pill up for 1. Bob then brought the mat right up and this immediately paid dividends with a four, even though he then dropped a single on the next end he grab victory straight after, winning 21-19. Bob now faces Richard Rogers.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 2nd Round 22nd May 2018 at Hertford Castle

Martin Mountford and Terry Eldridge joined up this year and travelled to Hertford Castle to face Darren and Barry Sulivan, Our pair struggled with the weight of the green and never really found it. they eventually lost 25-10, hopefully better luck next year.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Prelim round 22nd May 2018 home

Barry Osman and Richard Rogers welcomed Carl Parkhouse and Dave Bedford from Welwyn Garden City. Our pairing lead early on however they couldn’t really pull away due to the Welwyn Garden City pair bowling so well. Barry and Richard just kept doing the right thing right and kept the lead all the way through to the end of the game winning 19-14. A very good game was had by all. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4 Wood Pairs Prelim round 22nd May 2018 away at Buntingford

Bob Hayter and Dave Fussell started their defence of their pairs title at Buntingford this afternoon. Mike Hatley and Tony Keeling put up a great fight. Bob and Dave moved into a quick 8-0 lead and at the halfway stage they lead 10-5. They continued picking up shots however they lapsed a little bit and the Buntingford pair pulled back to within 1 shot at the 17th end. Bob and Dave in true Rye Park grit won the next 4 ends to win 22-14, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL 4’s Prelim Round 21st May 2018 Away Cheshunt

Don Stevenson, Tony Lacey, Martin Mountford and Brian Metzner travelled to Cheshunt to face Del Baker’s rink in this 1st round game. This was always going to be a hard for our men as Cheshunt fielded a very strong team. Our bowlers failed to get any rubs however they all agreed they could have bowled better. They eventually lost 9 – 24, unlucky better luck next time.

Hertfordshire In-Badged singles 1st Round 21st May 2018 home

Colin Milner took on Terry Pearson from Bishop’s Stortford in this first round game. The game started very even and after 7 ends the scores were level at 5-5. Colin then won 8 out the next 9 ends and moved into a comfortable lead at 17-7. Colin then took a couple more ends to finish the game off winning 21-12. Well done and good luck in the next round.

EHDWBA 2 Wood Pairs Prelim Round 21st May 2018 home

Gloria Hardy and Marion Smith welcomed Sandy Wareham & Sheila Thompson from Ware BC. The game started very even and after 7 ends the scores were level at 5-5, Marion and Gloria then move clear picking up 10 shots in 4 ends to lead 15-5, even with the Ware pairing making a slight comeback Marion and Gloria then pulled away into a comfortable lead. At 24 -10 the Ware ladies conceded and Marion and Gloria go through to the next round. Well Done and good luck.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 20th May 2018 away at Whit Hern

Bob Hayter and Julie Potter travelled away again this time to Whit Hern they played Steve Kenway and Jean Corbett. Bob & Julie started well and move away into a 12-3 lead after 8 ends. Steve & Jean then found their weight and cameback and went ahead 13-12. However Julie & Bob knuckled down and pulled away and won 25-16, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBL Mixed Pairs 1st Round 20th May 2018 away Stevenage

Sue & Brian Metzner played their first Mixed pairs game at Stevenage today against Jim & Sue Winters. Brian & Sue lead from the start only falling behind at the midway stage, however Sue & Brian gathered back their concentration and retook the lead on the 18th end and never looked back winning 22-18, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA 1st Round Triples 18th May 2018 at home

Brian Metzner, Tony Lacey and Don Stevenson welcomed 3 bowlers from Northaw & Cuffley, they were Mick Manzi, Ray Brewer and Len Curtis. Our newest triples grouping started slowly against an experienced team. After 8 ends our triple were 6-5 down then they dropped a 5 on the next end and were always trying to find away back which unfortunately they didn’t, the final score was 20-8, better luck next year.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Prelim Round 18th May 2018 at home

Colin Milner and Ann Mountford started their defence of the title they won last season against Micky Giron-Towers & Shirley Pratchett, with Micky now a member of HRPBC this was always going to be a very difficult game as no home advantage. Colin and Ann bowled well and moved into a good lead however the experience of Micky & Shirley they moved ahead and eventually won 24-17. The next round again is against Tim Maynard so another all HRPBC clash, this should be close.

National Mixed Pairs 18th May 2018 Away at Royston

Richard Rogers and Marion Smith travelled to Royston & Baldock BC to play in this first Round National Mixed pairs match. Their opponents were Richard Knight and Shirley Page a formidable pairing. Richard and Marion lead from the 3rd end and at the halfway stage they were 11-7 up, after 18 ends they looked safe at 21-13, however their opponents hadn’t given up, picking up 5 shots in the next 2 end, so starting the last end the score was 21-18. With Marion & Richard bowling well they only dropped one shot to win 21-19 well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Officers Singles 2nd Round 18th May 2018 Home

Bob Hayter welcomed Roy Pateman from Rosehill BC to play this 2nd round Officers singles. This was Bob’s first home singles game of the season so he was hoping to continue the form from last season. Bob found the pace very quick and moved into a nice lead and was 12-5 up after 9 ends. Roy struggled with his weight and Bob continued to pull away and after 16 ends it was all over with Bob winning 21-8, well done and good luck in the next round.

EHBA Singles 1st round 17th May 2018 Home

Micky Giron-Towers played his first singles game at HRPBC against Richard Carter his old team mate from Ware BC. Micky is still getting used to his new home green, however Richard had no problem. The game was pretty close and after 12 ends Micky just lead 8-7. The second half of this match was all Richard and he pulled away to win 21-12, unlucky Micky.

EHBL Mixed Pairs Prelim Round 17th May 2018 Away Cheshunt

Julie Potter and Bob Hayter travelled to Cheshunt to play Tony Thoebald and Carol Harrington in this 1st Round game. This was Julie’s first outside competition and she bowled very well. Julie and Bob started strongly and were 14-6 up at the halfway stage. The second half of this game saw Julie & Bob pull away even further only to see Tony & Carol concede after 18 ends with the score at 27-10 well done, good luck in the next round.

National Mixed Pairs 14th May 2018 Away at Buntingford

Colin Milner and Ann Mountford travelled to Buntingford to play Ross Murphy and his partner in this first round game. Colin and Ann were always behind in this game the Buntingford pair kept pulling away however our pair continued to catch up. As the game came to a close Colin and Ann just couldn’t make up the gap and lost 17-13.

EHBA 4 Wood Pairs 1st Round 11th May 2018 Away at Ware

Colin Milner’s & Tim Maynard joined forces this year and faced Simon Stow & Richard Carter in this 1st Round game at Ware BC. After 7 ends Colin & Tim we’re down 5-4 then it all started to change. The next 7 ends Colin & Tim only won one end however after 17 ends they were back in the game only 15-13 down. Colin & Tim moved into the lead after the 20th end leading 17-16. The final end saw the Ware pairing holding shot and Simon then bowled his last wood and drew the shot to win 18-17, well done to all 4 players for a very exciting game.

Ladies Hertfordshire Triples 4th May 2018 Home

Possibly one of the hardest draw our ladies could of asked for this season. Sue Metzner, Toni Lacey and Skip Ann Mountford faced last years winners Skip Hazel Otley, Pam Wright and Margaret Benyon from Sele Farm. Our Ladies got off to a very poor start losing 5 of the first 6 ends and falling behind by 17-1. Even though our ladies rallied and pulled right back to only 20-18 down after 20 ends they just couldn’t complete the comeback they required losing 21-18.

EHBL Pairs Semi Final 19th August 2016 at Hertford Castle

Bob Hayter & Dave Fussell reached the Final winning 24-13. Playing against John Hastings & Robin Bramson from Shire Park, Dave lead brilliantly, nailing the Jack consistently, Bob converted a couple of “Bobby Draws” and also proper draws, they were both on their “A” game and produced some their best bowling performances so far. The Final will be on Sunday 11th September at Cheshunt, their opponents are Keith Avenell and Stewart Parkhouse from Welwyn Garden City, the time will be displayed in the clubhouse soon.

EHBL Triples Semi Final 19th August 2016 at Welwyn Garden City

Barry Osman, Richard Rogers and John Stevenson played their triples semi final at Welwyn Garden City against Joe Dunne triples from Hertingfordbury. In a interesting game, our triples were always behind but they fought back but just couldn’t catch them losing 20-14. Well done in getting the Semis.

Hoddesdon & Rye Park v Shire Park Thursday 11th August 2016
Ranson Cup

Our home rink won by 22-21 skipped by Bob Hayter with Tim Maynard, Dave Fussell and Brian Metzner, how they only won by one shot is a mystery, could have been by 15 but that’s bowls. The away rink struggled with Barry Osman skipping assisted by Richard Rogers, Terry Eldridge and Colin Milner went down by 12 shots. That concludes the club outside competitions apart from the Mens County League. Here’s looking forward to 2017.