The John Doyle Trophy
On Sunday 6th July, 17 members of Easingwold Bowling Club took part in the annual John Doyle Trophy competition. This is a singles competition in which individual members play 3 x 35 minute matches using 4 bowls (usually referred to as ‘woods’). The winner is decided on points and, if tied, on shot difference. The competition and trophy is in memory, and named after, a former member who passed away in 1986 and is in the form of a decorative barometer.
At the end of the day the top three were announced by Club President Pete Snowden: Roger Green was third on 4 points and in second Jonathan Dawson on 6 points. Pete then presented the trophy to Keith Hughes (the defending 2024 champion), who also scored 6 points but had a better shot difference.
The competition took place in varying weather conditions; sunny spells being interrupted by the odd heavy shower but was an enjoyable experience for the players and spectators.
WILLIAM PEARSON BROWN 4 WOOD PAIRS
On Sunday 15th June members of Easingwold Bowling Club competed in this event which is in memory of William Pearson Brown who was a local butcher who lived on Chapel Street. The trophy is a silver rose bowl inscribed with his name. Mr W Pearson Brown took ownership of the Green and the surrounding land after the death of the original owner - Mr Haxby Robinson - and It is thanks to him that the members of the Club now own the Green and the clubhouse after its bequeathment in 1965.
Eight pairs teams played in 4 x 35 minute matches, the fixture being officiated by Club Captain Andrew Mather. At the conclusion it was announced that in third place were Terry Plummer and Harry Waterworth and in second place Pete Snowden and Alan Taylor.
Pete Snowden, the Club’s president then presented the trophy to the winners who were Steve Brown and Ian McKinnon.
GEORGE GRAINGER TRIPLES
25th May 2025
This is one of Easingwold Bowling Club’s annual triples competitions; present in the Club’s fixture calendar since 1986 and in memory of George Grainger, a former president and benefactor of the Club. On Sunday 25th May, 25 Club members took part in this event, divided into 8 teams each playing 4 x 40 minute matches. The weather stayed fine - sometimes sunny, sometimes cloudy but always with a strong wind to contend with. After a total of 160 minutes of bowling the triple skippered by Roger Green were victorious finishing with 8 points, narrowly beating Pete Snowden’s triple who ended up with 7 points. Pete Snowden, the Club’s president, presented Roger, Bob Lilley (who shared half a match with Sue Lilley), and Harry Waterworth with the George Grainger Trophy at the close of proceedings.
Charity Shield Match
against Stillington Bowling Club
On Sunday 18th May 2025, Easingwold and Stillington Bowling Clubs met for the first leg of their annual two leg competition. This event, where the two clubs compete for the Atkinson/ Knapton Charity Shield, has been a fixture in their respective annual sporting calendars since 1984.
The first leg was held at Easingwold’s green on 6 rinks with around 40 players taking part.
The day was opened by Easingwold Secretary Steve Brown who welcomed Stillington, and announced this year’s nominated charity. This was followed by Easingwold Vice-Captain Debbie Taylor and Stillington Captain Nigel Marsh announcing the order of play.
The following 16 end match saw Easingwold winning by 107 shots to Stillington’s 64, the former taking a 43 shot advantage into the second leg which will be held at Stillington in July.
After the match both teams retired to the clubhouse where a buffet and refreshments were enjoyed in a convivial atmosphere. A raffle then took place which raised further funds making a total of £267 to be presented to Dementia UK - Easingwold Bowling Club’s chosen charity for this year. Stillington will choose the charity to benefit from the second leg.
A very enjoyable day, despite the cool blustery conditions!