2021 Parsons Trophy and Jackson Cup Pairs

by Alicia Davis · Published April 29, 2021 · Updated April 29, 2021

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Date: 8 – 11 April

Although the entries for the club championship pairs were lower than usual for obvious reasons the competitions both featured games of high quality and drama. The highlight of the first round in the Parsons (Mens) pairs was the comeback of Adrian Davis and John Burgess from 10-1 down against John Fitzgerald and Chris Ewer to win 22-13. Particularly remarkable as neither John nor Adrian have played much this year at all. They went on to overpower Trevor Moore and Colin Rowling in the semi 24-7 to set up a clash with Brian Thompson and Martin Harris who led throughout in semi against Ken Richardson and Nigel Rushton to win 19-15. However, it was not to be for Adrian and John in the final as Brian and Martin played a very strong game of complimentary pairs bowling each contributing excellent woods when needed. Brian and Martin dominated the game to win 18-9 and were very worthy winners of the trophy.

The Jackson (Ladies) pairs saw an intriguing clash between the new pairing of Linda Latham and Jenny Sheridan against Lyn Band and Carol Roberts, Linda and Jenny edging a tight game 17-14. Eileen Phoenix and Mandy Harris beat Carole Hollett and Christina Fitzgerald to set up what became the match of the two tournaments. The lead see sawed between the pairs and changed five or six times. At the final end Jenny and Linda needed two to win. Both skips put in excellent woods in the last end with Eileens final draw just skimming the jack to give Linda and Jenny their first trophy at ALBC, and perhaps in Lindá´s case, anywhere. It was a great final .much enjoyed by the large crowd which, of course, adds so much to the occasion. Thanks also to the competitors for taking part and making these club championships meaningful. Brian Hughes and Tony Lear as ever bore the brunt of the organisation and so many thanks to them.

Wrote By: Nigel Rushton