ECBA ARCHIVE 2022
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2022 COMPETITION NEWS
(25 Feb 2022)
2022 COMPETITION ENTRY – FINAL REMINDER
As we enter the final weekend before competition entries close (at midnight on 28th February), please may I ask you to time out to enter our 2022 competitions and support our President Dave King
(20 Feb 2022)
2022 COMPETITION ENTRY – REMINDER
This is a reminder that the closing date for 2022 competitions (28th FEBRUARY 2022) is fast approaching. If you haven’t already entered, please do so by midnight next Monday. If you have any problems, please contact Dave Jarrold directly on 07771-882595
We have heard that players are not entering competitions because of a rumour that there will regional finals in the Major Championships, before the finals at Leamington. THAT IS NOT TRUE.
Bowls England have categorically declared that regional finals will only played in their National Competitions (Senior Singles/Pairs, Champion of Champions, Mixed Pairs/Fours, Family Pairs, Double Fours, Top Club and Tony Allcock Trophy, for Men AND Ladies) and then only if required
(30 Jan 2022)
2022 COMPETITIONS - PORTAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Some entrants have been experiencing difficulties when attempting to pay for entries
This problem was raised with the support team on 5th January and because of its intermittent nature the problem has been difficult to resolve. That said, we are told that it will be resolved by Wednesday (2nd February), which is after the original closing date. Therefore the closing date will be revised to give everyone a chance to enter - NEW CLOSING DATE - 28th FEBRUARY 2022
We are hearing that players are not entering competitions because they have heard that there will regional finals in the Major Championships, before the finals at Leamington. THAT IS A UNFOUNDED RUMOUR.
Bowls England have categorically declared that regional finals will only played in their National Competitions (Senior Singles/Pairs, Champion of Champions, Mixed Pairs/Fours, Family Pairs, Double Fours, Top Club and Tony Allcock Trophy, for Men AND Ladies) and then only if required
(4 Jan 2022)
2022 COMPETITIONS - PORTAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
The minor problem with players being unable to enter the Senior Fours has now been fixed and the competition has been re-opened
We have had reports of players being unable to make payments for their entries via cellphones. This has been reported as a problem and we await a fix. As soon the problem is resolved, an update will be posted here. In the meantime, players may successfully enter using other devices (tablets, laptops or computers, either Apple or Android)
The closing date for competition entry (31st January) is less than one month away and to date we have fewer entries for 2022 than for 2021.
Whilst we appreciate there may be uncertainty about competition play given the Covid-19 situation, current guidelines suggest that normal play will be allowed albeit with the temporary Bowls England enforced competition regulations which can be found here
(27 Nov 2021)
2022 COMPETITION NEWS
Please be aware that the Competition Portal is now available to enter 2022 competitions
Please take a moment to enter - there is no need to register again, as your existing registration is still valid
If you have entered, please remind your club colleagues that registration and entry is now their responsibility.
The closing date for entries to the competitions will be 31st January 2022.
John Tully, ECBA Competition Secretary
(31 Oct 2021)
COMPETITION ENTRIES - 2022 SEASON
Due to unforeseen problems, the Competition Portal will not be available in October as anticipated
Given that the closing date for entries will be the end December (at the earliest), this should not pose any problems
(7 Apr 2021)
ECBA COMPETITION DATES
The dates for the initial rounds of all ECBA competitions have now been agreed and can be found here
(5 Apr 2021)
COUNTY and NATIONAL COMPETITION UPDATE
A further update from John Tully, can be found here
(30 Mar 2021)
ESSEX and NATIONAL COMPETITIONS
You may have seen updates on social media from Bowls England and others about the return to playing bowls and changes to the format of some of the competitions. I would like to bring you up to date with how things currently stand within Essex.
If the government lockdown roadmap continues to operate as expected and the next steps are met on time I envisage that ALL of the County Championships and Competitions will operate as normal. We should have a very good idea of the direction of travel at the next step (12th April).
The County semi finals (17th July) and finals (31st July) will be played as normal at Essex County BC, I will confirm as soon as possible what the dates will be for all other rounds of the various championships/competitions.
The draws for all ECBA Competitions will be published on the Competition Portal as soon as they have been completed
Due to some changes imposed by Bowls England, Essex will have two representatives in the following Championships at the national finals:
Singles, Pairs, Triples, Fours, Two Bowl Singles, Junior Singles
Essex will have one representative in the following at the national championships:
Senior Fours, Junior Pairs
Bowls England have also imposed some special playing conditions for those matches to be played at the national finals, as follows:
Pairs, will be played over 18 ends with 3 bowls each player.
Triples, will be played over 18 ends with 2 bowls each player.
Fours, will be played over 15 ends with 2 bowls each player.
Senior Fours, will be played over 15 ends with 2 bowls each player.
Junior Pairs, will be played over 18 ends with 3 bowls each player.
I will, as soon as possible, advise in a further news item, whether there is to be any change in the playing conditions within the County Championships; there will be no change to the playing conditions in the County Competitions.
Please note that the Competition Regulations have been updated and will be published in the next edition of the County Handbook, please make yourselves familiar with these regulations.
Any questions regarding the aforementioned, please contact me directly.
John Tully
Competition Secretary
07970 100634
2022 ECBA NEWS
(24 Dec 2022)
A SEASONAL MESSAGE FROM THE ECBA PRESIDENT
Richard Dodd wishes all the Officers and Members of the ECBA and ECWBA a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year and looks forward to meeting up with you all in 2023
(3 Dec 2022)
BOWLS ENGLAND COMPETITIONS
Please note that the BE Competition Portal is now open for entries and will close on 1st March 2023 - link here
The National Finals at Leamington Spa will take place between Thu 10th and Sun 27th August 2023, a detailed schedule can be found here
For 2023, there are significant changes regarding the number of entries available to Counties. There is also a clear policy regarding players having scheduling clashes because they have qualified in multiple events. The document outlining these points is available here
(30 Nov 2022)
PAM FOLEY RIP - FUNERAL DETAILS
Pam's funeral will be on Thursday 22 December 2022, 12.30, at Colchester Crematorium, Mersea Road, Colchester CO2 8RU
The service will be streamed - please contact the family for login details. Whilst there will family flowers only, if you would care to make a donation to St. Helena Hospice Colchester, please contact Hunnaball Funeral Group, York House, 41 Mersea Road, Colchester CO2 7QT.
(21 Nov 2022)
MESSAGE FROM THE MEDIA OFFICER
The death is announced of Pam Foley who sadly passed away, peacefully at home, in the early hours of Thursday morning 17 November 2022.
Pam was a long-time secretary of the now defunct Colchester Ladies, was C Area Secretary 1995-2007 and ECWBA Press Officer until 2012.
With husband Pat (2012 Life Member), she was ever present at County Finals and Middleton Cup matches.
Funeral details will be notified later. Our thoughts are with Pat and daughter Susan at this sad time
(14 Nov 2022)
MESSAGE FROM TONY ELLIS
This is a reminder that the Annual General Meeting of the Essex Bowling Association will be held on Saturday 26th November 2022, at 10.30am.at the Great Baddow Community Centre, Recreation Ground, Baddow Road Chelmsford CM2 9RL. The notice and Agenda may be found here
(13 Nov 2022)
2023 COMPETITION NEWS
Please be aware that the Competition Portal is now available to enter 2023 competitions
Please take a moment to enter - there is no need to register again, as your existing registration is still valid
If you have entered, please remind your club colleagues that registration and entry is now their responsibility.
The closing date for entries to the competitions will be 31st January 2023.
John Tully, ECBA Competition Secretary
(13 Nov 2022)
MESSAGE FROM BOWLS ENGLAND DELEGATE (TONY ELLIS)
Please find below links to two Bowls England initiatives
All To Play For | Bowls - YouTube
((14 Oct 2022)
HARRY SMITH - REVISED FUNERAL DETAILS
Harry's funeral will be held at 10:30 on Friday 18th November - St Johns Church, St John's Close, Colchester CO4 0HP
The wake is being held at The Wivenhoe House Hotel. Gavin Miklaucich is liaising with the family regarding numbers, so if you intend to attend the wake, please can you let him know by email - gavin.miklaucich@gmail.com
(4 Oct 2022)
MESSAGE FROM TREVOR PLANK - COUNTY COACH - UPDATED 13 Nov 2022
EBCS Level 1, EBCS Level 2 and Markers courses are now full.
Please find attached a report of the road shows we have run this year and how to request one - here
Also, if there is sufficient demand we will be running further courses during the indoor season - details here
(3 Oct 2022)
MESSAGE FROM THE MEDIA OFFICER
I am sorry to announce the sad passing of a Harry Smith, a well known and respected member of the ECBA Executive Committee
Harry started playing at South Ward (the oldest club in Colchester Town) then carried on bowling at Three Clubs (formed from South Ward, St Georges and Colchester Colne in 2008). He played 11 games for the County and was awarded his badge in 2017, but was better known as Group 1 Secretary - a post he held for 11 years
(1 Oct 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY
A full list of this year's competition winners can be found here
It is expected that the winners will attend the ECBA Presentation Luncheon - details below
(26 Sep 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY - MINOR FINALS RESULTS
The minor finals took place at Braintree BC on Sunday 18th September and Essex County BC on 21st September, the results from which may be found here
(23 Sep 2022)
ECBA PRESENTATION LUNCHEON
You are now able to apply for tickets for the ECBA County Luncheon, to be held on Sunday 6th November 2022
at Stock Brook Manor Country Club, Queens Park Avenue, Nr Billericay CM12 0SP
It would be useful if clubs could submit just one form and pay for all their required tickets - form here or on the Forms page
Terry Mizen
ECBA Secretary
(20 Sep 2022)
NOTICE OF CLOSURE - OLD DAGENHAM BC
I am sad to announce that we received the attached letter from Daphne Purves, Secretary of Old Dagenham BC - here
I am sure that anyone who has had the pleasure of playing at Old Dagenham, will have enjoyed their green, their hospitality and their camaraderie
We wish all their members success wherever they end up
Tony Ellis - Chairman Essex Bowling Association
(20 Sep 2022)
NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN - BILL WALLIS AWARD, CERTIFICATE OF MERIT
The above awards are presented at the County luncheon. If you feel that anybody from your Club deserves either of the above, please complete the form and return before 30th September 2022. The form can be found on page 15 in the 2022 County handbook or here BillWallis CertificateMerit
Please note that the Bill Wallis Award is only given to Unbadged members, the Certificate of Merit is open to Unbadged and Badged Members.
Terry Mizen
ECBA Secretary
(12 Sep 2022)
NATIONAL FINALS - A view from ECBA President - Dave King
Dave spent 25th August to 11th September at the National Finals at Leamington Spa, so when I caught up with him at the ECBA Excom meeting on Monday 12th, I asked for his thoughts. He had renewed friendships with Presidents from all over the country, made new friends and watched some fantastic bowling (he didn’t play one bad bowl either!), perhaps because, whilst the greens are still far from perfect, they are better than previous years. He commented that Bowls England’s organisation is getting better too. Apparently, he had a fantastic time, supported (as ever) by wife Chris, Senior Deputy Richard Dodd, Malcolm Stark and from the ECWBA, Joan Barrett (Senior Vice President) and Linda Mills (President in 2019). As a County, we are becoming more used to success at National finals and Dave commented ‘This year's finals were a slow burner. All Essex players acquitted themselves well in the first fortnight, but we had to wait for the final 3 days for some silverware’. (Photographs to follow)
(11 Sep 2022)
NATIONAL FINALS - BALCOMB TROPHY
Essex have a decent record in this relatively new double rink competition; runners up in 1996, 2013 and in 2019 (losing by 3 shots), winners in 2017, they added to our previous successes with two good wins against stiff opposition to lift the title once again
Malcolm Stark said that they hadn’t had an easy run in this competition, having beaten Suffolk (33-28), Hunts (43-28) and Norfolk (45-22) in the Regional finals, then Gloucester (45-39) and Yorkshire (45-27) at Leamington (cards here - semi / final)
(10 Sep 2022)
NATIONAL FINALS - MORE MIXED PAIRS SUCCESS!
Having just recovered from the excitement on Friday, Saturday saw the Essex Mixed pair of Sylvia Bloomfield (losing finalist 2016 ) and Paul Smyth lift the National Mixed Pairs title (two years in a row for Essex and 4 time overall). Great work from them. I congratulated Sylvia at the game between the ECWBA and ECBA and she said ‘- ‘I was 80 in July!’. There’s hope for us all!!
(9 Sep 2022)
NATIONAL FINALS - EDWARD DOES IT AGAIN!
Whilst Elaine was doing well, Edward Morris won his first three National Singles games on Thursday 8th, attempting to regain the trophy he won in 2019. A further three victories on Friday 9th saw Edward crowned Champion once more
(8 Sep 2022)
NATIONAL FINALS - SO CLOSE FOR ELAINE
2021 BE Mixed Pairs Champion, Elaine Score was playing well at Leamington once again. Five victories put her into the final of the Ladies National Singles, where she was unlucky to come up against in-form Rebecca Moorbey from Hunts, where she finally succumbed 21-16.
Moorbey was a losing semi-finalist in the Ladies Pairs and had lifted the Junior Singles title just 5 days earlier
(7 Sep 2022)
RALPH DEARMAN RIP
Here are the details regarding Ralph's funeral
Friday 23 September 2022, 13:30 pm at Harlow Cemetery and Crematorium, Parndon Wood Road, Harlow CM19 4SF
(4 Sep 2022)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 4
Please note - Change of venue
ECBA v ECWBA is now at Maldon Bowls Club. Park Drive, Maldon. CM9 5JG
Revised teams selection issue 4 (9th August - 20th September) - here
(2 Sep 2022)
MESSAGE FROM THE MEDIA OFFICER
I am sorry to announce the sad passing of two former life members of the ECBA
Tom Titmarsh, who played 38 games for the County was made a life member in 2015 after many years of service to bowls. Originally a member of the Ilford Club, Tom served as Secretary of Group 7 from 1998-2010 and Group 5 from 2011-2015 (Aside: If anyone knows which clubs Tom played for in Group7 please contact me on 07771-882595)
Ralph Dearman, who played at Aldersbrook, Wanstead and Woodford before moving to Harlow. The then joined Sawbridge and switched alliance to Hertfordshire. He played 146 games for the ECBA and was awarded his Eastern Counties flash as he played many games in the Officer’s rink. Ralph served as County Competition Secretary from 1997-2007 and upon his retirement was made a Life Member
We await their funeral details
(23 Aug 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY - MINOR SEMI / FINALS RESULTS
The minor finals / semi finals took place at Romford BC on Sunday 21st August, the results from which may be found here
(18 Aug 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY - MINOR FINALS
We now have the finalised program for the semi finals of the Minor Competitions
The programme for the day (at Romford BC on 21st August) may be found here
(18 Aug 2021)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY INTER-GROUP KNOCKOUT / WALLY BALL - SUNDAY 7th AUGUST
Group 2 won the Inter-Group Knockout and Group 1 won the Wally Ball, each by 2 shots
Scores from the games as follows
Inter Group KO
Group 2 123 - 121 Group 8
Wally Ball
Group 1 4 points (85 shots) - 4 points (83 shots) Group 3
(13 Aug 2022)
SUCCESS FOR THE ECBA OFFICERS
The pair of (lead) J. Tully & (skip) D. King have qualified the final of the Bedford Cup
Then beat Suffolk and Huntingdonshire and drew with Eastern Counties President/Secretary
The final will take place next May against Hertfordshire
(1 Aug 2022)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 4
Revised teams selection issue 3 (9th August - 20th September) - here
(1 Aug 2022)
ASHFORD CUP UPDATE FROM PAT FINNEY
The result of the final between Group 6 and Group 3 as follows
Group 6 - 3 rinks (124 shots)
Group 3 - 3 rinks (111 shots
2022 WINNERS - GROUP 6
(31 Jul 2022)
ECBA FINALS RESULTS
Another well organised finals day was held at Essex County BC on Saturday 30th July
After President Dave King opened proceedings at 930, there was a feast of bowling all day, the results of which are here
The following players were awarded their ECBA Badge in advance of their participation at National Finals
Singles - Kevin Bates (Walthamstow Borough and Aveling Park)
Fours - Ryan Ramsey, Rhys Eyles, Craig Ramsey (Essex County)
Photographs to follow
(18 Jul 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY
The finals of the major County Championships will be held at Essex County BC on Saturday 30th July
Dave King, this years ECBA President, will be welcoming all participants and guests at 09:25, in preparation for 09:30 start
Markers and Umpires will be in attendance - dress code is whites/club colours with club shirts
As there are still a number of players in two or three events, it is possible that rinks or timings may change on the day, so I would appreciate your cooperation if that happens. Please inform your team members of the schedule - which can be found here
Information on the national finals can be from the Bowls England website
I am informed that BE will contact you with further details in due course
(18 Jul 20220
YET MORE SUCCESS FOR EDWARD!
Representing England in the European Championships in Ayr last week, Ed was victorious in the Men’s Pairs, winning all 9 of the games he played with partner Tom McGuinness. A Gold Medal!
Following that success, Ed (with Tom McGuinness, Harry Goodwin and Lee Calver) headed their group winning six of their seven games. However, after beating Ireland in the semi-final, England were unlucky to lose to Scotland in the final. Just a silver this time!
With the ladies also doing well in all their disciplines, England were also crowned winners in the European Team Championship
HUGE CONGRATULATIONS from ESSEX BOWLS (the true EBA)
A full round up can be found here
(18 Jul 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
Essex were competing in the Area Finals of the Balcomb Trophy yesterday at Wellingborough BC (Northamptonshire)
In the semi final they beat Huntingdon 45-28 and in the final Norfolk 45-26. Result cards Area Semi Final Area Final
Well done chaps !
The National semi-final will be held at Victoria Park BC, Leamington Spa on Sunday 11th September at 10:00
The final will played at 2pm on the same day, against the winners of Yorkshire and Hampshire
(17 Jul 2022)
URGENT MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY - REVISED PLAYING CONDITIONS
Given that a national emergency has been declared by HM Government, we feel it is wholly appropriate to postpone all play in the South and North Essex Fours on Monday 18th July
Games scheduled for 18th July will now be played on 25th with subsequent rounds being pushed back by one week. We will utilise the spare week (15th August) for semi-finals
The temporary playing conditions will no longer be required, so matches will revert to 21 ends with a 6pm start time
(16 Jul 2022)
URGENT MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY - RE PLAYING CONDITIONS SEE NOTE ABOVE
Due to the unprecedented weather conditions expected this week - the following playing conditions will apply in the South and North Essex Fours
Matches to played over 15 ends, with a commencement time of 18:30
In addition for the Double Fours and Shield competitions, following Bowls England guidelines, it will be permitted for matches to be played over a reduced number of ends. That number to be mutually agreed before the start and will be played on every rink of the tie
These conditions to be in force until further notice
(13 Jul 2022)
MESSAGE FROM TERRY MIZEN
We recently received a discussion paper from Norfolk Bowls regarding the future of the Eastern Counties League
The proposal (here) was discussed at the last Executive meeting, when it was decided that it would be published for comment from all Essex bowlers. Any comments should be emailed directly to Terry Mizen (essexcountyba@gmail.com)
(11 Jul 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY
We have now reached the semi final stage of the major County Championships, which will be held at Essex County BC on Saturday 16th July
Dave King, this years ECBA President, will be welcoming all participants and guests at 09:20, in preparation for 09:30 start
Markers and Umpires will be in attendance - dress code is whites/club colours with club shirts
Whilst this seasons programme has been slightly less fraught (with fewer duplications) than in previous years, there are still a number of players in two or three events. Therefore I would appreciate your cooperation in ensuring that you are ready to play at your allotted time
Please inform your team members of the schedule - which can be found here
Word of Warning: The weather forecast for the weekend is for temperatures in the low to mid 30s
Anyone in possession of a County Trophy, please ensure it is returned to me at semi finals day
(9 Jul 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
The Area Finals of the Balcomb Trophy will be held next Sunday, 17th July, at Wellingborough BC, Hatton Street, Wellingborough NN8 5AS
Start time 10:00, please ensure bowls are on the green for umpires inspection at 09:30
The following squad members are expected to be in attendance
Ray Bone, Jack Butcher (Romford), Jamie Holmes (Kings Chase) , Steve Mitchinson (Romford), Edward Morris (Essex County), Sam Moss (Silver End), Mark Nullmeyers (Romford), Dan Rodger (Silver End), Nigel Smith (Romford), Andy Squire (Maldon) & Mark Welton (Essex County).
(8 Jul 2022)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 3
Revised teams selection issue 3 (12th July - 4th August) - here
NOTE: Revised postcode for Waddesdon BC, Buckinghamshire (19th July) HP18 0JY
(4 Jul 2022)
BRITISH ISLES RESULTS
Success for Essex County BC at the British Isles Championships held at Llandrindod Wells BC over the weekend, with Edward Morris lifting the
British Isles Singles Trophy and then with Chris Muir and Steve Gunnell, the Triples too!
WELL DONE, CHAPS !!
Singles Results
Quarter Final - Edward Morris 21 Steve Williams (Guernsey) 1
Semi Final. - Edward Morris 21 Ross Davis (Jersey) 19
Final - Edward Morris 21 Kevin James (Wales) 10
Triples Results
Quarter Final - England 27 Martyn De Carteret, Mick Le Gallie & Michael Ogier (Guernsey) 8
Semi Final - England 18 Grant Hamilton, Cameron Wilson & Drew Boyd (Scotland) 17 (after extra end)
Final - England 21 Matt Herve, Raymond Baxter & Malcolm De Sousa (Jersey) 17
(21 Jun 2022)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 3
Initial teams selection issue 3 (12th July - 4th August) - here
(2 Jul 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
The result of Saturday's Eastern Counties League against Suffolk match can be found here
(27 Jun 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
The result of Saturday's Eastern Counties League against Hunts match can be found here
(27 Jun 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY
Here are the results/league tables following the final round of matches in the Wally Ball yesterday
Section A
Group 3 5 points 89 shots v Group 5 3 points 60 shots
Group 8 6 points 84 shots v Group 4 2 points 70 shots
Section B
Group 6 4 points 86 shots v Group 2 4 points 67 shots
Group 1 8 points 75 shots v Group 9 0 points 50 shots
Final tables
Section A
Group 3 17 points
Group 4 12 points
Group 5 11 points
Group 8 8 points
Section B
Group 1 20 points
Group 6 14 points
Group 2 10 points
Group 9 4 points
Final (Group 3 v Group 1) will be played at Essex County BC on 7 August at 10 am
(25 Jun 2022)
NO REST FOR PRESIDENT DAVE KING
Dave may have thought that he had a day off on Wednesday 22nd, with no ECBA match. That wasn't the case as he was invited to Essex County BC, to watch the Police International series and was invited to play the first bowl (image here) Watching on, our County Competition Secretary ensuring that Dave kept to the straight and narrow (not easy on that rink at Essex County!)
(21 Jun 2022)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 2
Revised teams selection issue 2 (14th June - 7th July) - here
(20 Jun 2022)
MESSAGE FROM DAVID GRIGGS - U25 MANAGER
Here is the the latest (and I hope final) selection for the White Rose on the 3rd July at Royston
You will notice that we have no reserves. If you know of a young player who would like to come, please e-mail or facebook me. A reserve is very important because if we are one short we will not be able to play. We play either Leicestershire or Cambridgeshire in the morning, the winners playing again in the afternoon to qualify for Leamington.
(20 Jun 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY
Here are the results/league tables following the second round of matches in the Wally Ball yesterday
Section A
Group 8 0 points 57 shots / Group 3 8 points 99 shots
Group 4 6 points 103 shots / Group 5 2 points 55 shots
Section B
Group 6 2 points 61 shots / Group 1 6 points 92 shots
Group 9 4 points 73 shots / Group 2 4 points 83 shots
Tables
Section A
Group 3 12 points +28 shots
Group 4 10 points +62 shots
Group 5 8 points -7 shots
Group 8 2 points -83 shots
Section B
Group 1 12 points +27 shots
Group 6 10 points +17 shots
Group 2 6 points +14 shots
Group 9 4 points -58 shots
(19 Jun 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
A bitter sweet weekend for the Essex Men, losing vs Leicestershire in the Middleton Cup (yet again), with the last bowl from their skip Alistair Hollis to remove Essex' shot bowl
Following that huge disappointment, 24 hours later they put in a thoroughly professional performance to defeat an extremely strong Suffolk team.
Essex now proceed to area finals on Sunday 17th July (Venue TBA) & will play the winners of Huntingdonshire vs Northampton in the morning session
The cards for both matches can be found here Middleton Home, Middleton Away, Balcomb
(13 Jun 2022)
MESSAGES FROM JOHN TULLY
The Area results from Saturday's 2-wood day are now available on the Competition Portal
Inter-Group Knockout as follows
Group 8 135 Group 1 97
Group 2 145 Group 3 96
Group 9 135 Group 5 119
Group 6 111 Group 4 126
Semi finals 10 July - venues TBA
Group 9 v Group 8
Group 4 v Group 2
League tables after the first round matches in the Wally Ball
Section A
Group 5 6 points +41 shots
Group 4 4 points +14 shots
Group 3 4 points -14 shots
Group 8 2 points -41 shots
Section B
Group 6 8 points +48 shots
Group 1 6 points -4 shots
Group 2 2 points +4 shots
Group 9 0 points -48 shots
(11 Jun 2022)
MESSAGES FROM MALCOLM STARK
Team selection for the Middleton Cup (Home and Away) versus Leicester CBA on Saturday 18th June can be found here
Supporters are welcome at both venues (details in attachment)
Team selection for the Balcomb Trophy versus Suffolk CBA on Sunday 19th June can be found here
(6 Jun 2022)
ASHFORD CUP UPDATE FROM PAT FINNEY
The week 3 results / final league tables can be found here
The final will be contested by Group 6 and Group 3 on Sunday 31st July at Dunmow BC
(4 Jun 2022)
MESSAGE FROM TONY ELLIS (BE Chairman)
Bowls England have made available the number of Competition Entrants for all 2022 Championships and lists of the Counties that will receive a second entry in each. The information can found here - Totals by County (Mens) Counties with 2nd entry (Mens)
(4 Jun 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY (COMPETITION SECRETARY)
This season, I have been receiving phone calls from players attempting to give competition results
In every case, I have reminded them of Competition Regulation 1(s), which explains that results must be entered onto the Competition Portal
Here is the regulation in full, coupled with an aid on how to effect the report
(30 May 2022)
MESSAGE FROM TREVOR PLANK - COUNTY COACH
Please find information regarding EBCS training courses here
(29 May 2022)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 1 and 2
Teams selection issue 2 (14th June - 7th July) - here
A much revised version of the Issue 1 selection can be found here
(29 May 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
The result of yesterday's Eastern Counties League match can be found here
Having evaluated all availability replies for the weekend of 18th/19th May and the planned squad day at Essex County BC next Saturday (4th June) when there is limited availability due to club and family events to celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee.
Therefore, we have reluctantly decided to cancel the squad day.
We will formulate a Middleton Cup/Balcomb Trophy squad of 32 players ASAP and then confirm those that will be playing on Saturday 18th vs Leicestershire & Sunday 19th vs Suffolk.
(25 May 2022)
ASHFORD CUP UPDATE FROM PAT FINNEY
The week 1 results / league tables can be found here
(22 May 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
The result of yesterday's Eastern Counties League match can be found here
(17 May 2022)
BRITISH ISLES CHAMPIONSHIPS 2022
As a result of the cancellation of the 2021 British Isles Championships, Bowls England decided to hold
playoffs between the 2019 and 2021 champions to decide the representative in this year’s Championships
Essex had excellent outcomes in all disciplines with all four of our competitors/teams progressing to represent England later this year
Edward Morris (Men’s Singles 2019), was given a walkover
Chris Muir, Steve Gunnell and Edward Morris (Men’s Triples 2021) beat Scott Winskill, Mark Hancock & Andrew Knapper (Berkshire)
Hayley Kenny & Jasmine Wilson (Ladies Junior Pairs, 2019) beat Rebecca Moorbey & Chloe Brett (Hunts)
Hayley Kenny, Michelle Squires, Serena Madgewick & Rebecca Smith (Ladies Fours, 2021) beat
Lauren Hackett, Hayley James, Emma Cooper & Harriet Stevens (Devon)
WELL DONE ALL!!
(13 May 2022)
ECBA HANDBOOK CORRECTIONS
Please note revised contact details for Richard Dodd, Senior Deputy President
Landline: 01376-326142
Mobile: 07749-899448
E-Mail Address: richardandanndodd@talktalk.net
(10 May 2022)
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
The team selections for 14th and 15th May can be found here
6 May 2022)
MESSAGE FROM TONY ELLIS
The agent for the EBCA Open Meeting on Sunday 8th May can be found here
MESSAGE FROM MALCOLM STARK
The team selection for the Eastern Counties game versus Hertfordshire on Saturday 7th May can be found here
(27 Apr 2022)
MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY (COMPETITION SECRETARY)
The players who have registered to play in ECBA two-wood day (11th June 2022) are in this list
NOTE: Players need to register with the Officer in charge, at their respective venue, no later than 09:30
(26 Apr 2022)
ECBA HANDBOOK - CHANGE OF CLUB CONTACTS
Please note revised contact details for Thames Sports BC
Hon Sec Gary Reavill Email: g.reavill@yahoo.com Tel: 07910 878958
Match Sec Susan Cuzen Email: suecuzen1@hotmail.com Tel: 01375 379269
(23 Apr 2022)
NOTICE FROM MALCOLM STARK (MIDDLETON CUP MANAGER)
Please note that the Middleton Cup versus Leicestershire on Saturday 18th June at 11:00 will now be played on a
3 rinks Home and 3 rinks Away basis - this change has been made at the insistence of Bowls England
Home - Essex County BC, Away - Kingscroft BC Kings Walk, Earl Shilton, LE9 7NL
(23 Apr 2022)
NOTICE FROM TONY ELLIS
There is to be an open meeting regarding Essex County Coaching Strategy - details here
(22 Apr 2022)
ECBA HANDBOOK - CHANGE OF CLUB SECRETARY
Please note revised contact details for Thorpe-le-Soken BC
Hon Sec Mike Oakley Email: mikeoakley56@gmail.com Tel: 01255-812751
(20 Apr 2022)
ECBA HANDBOOK CORRECTIONS
Please note revised contact details for Clock House (Upminster ) BC
Hon Sec E Mitchell Email: ericwmitchell@btinternet.com Tel: 01708-228814
Match Sec M Long Email: mike.long1@btinternet.com Tel: 01708-224107
(18 Apr 2022)
NOTICE FROM BRENTWOOD (inc Central Essex) BC
The new parking arrangements with Brentwood Borough Council in King George's Playing Fields can be found here
(15 Apr 2022)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 1
Teams selection issue 1 (17th May - 9th June) - here
\(12 Apr 2022)
ECBA COMPETITION DRAWS
Please note that, ECBA handbooks have been distributed to Group Secretaries, so will be with you shortly
As of today, the Competition Portal has details of every competition draw
Entrants will have received an email for every competition they have entered (except the ECBA pairs, where there is an email problem)
While you do not need to log in to the portal to view the draws, in order to enter results, you will need to log in here
(12 Apr 2022)
ECBA APPAREL
Group Secretaries have been asked to forecast the number of new ECBA shirt orders they expect their group to make during the coming season, so that our suppliers may ensure that they have the appropriate stock levels. Those estimate will be sent back to the ECBA Treasurer who will consolidate them for economies of scale purposes. Should you require an additional ECBA shirt, shorts, fleece etc. this season, you should contact your group secretary in the first instance so that they can add your requirement to their list
(8 Apr 2022)
ECBA HANDBOOK CORRECTIONS
Please note revised cellphone number as follows
Senior Deputy President Richard Dodd 07494 070047
Junior Deputy President Dave Starkey 07492 437711
(6 Apr 2022)
INFORMATION RE LONDON ULEZ
The Mayor of London has expanded the area of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone to the North and South Circular Roads (A406, A205)
Several clubs fall within within this charging zone (Aldersbrook, Central Park (East Ham), Orford House, Phoenix, Plashet Park, Walthamstow Borough and Aveling Park, Wanstead, Wanstead Central). This link will help you determine whether your car is exempt ULEZ
(6 Apr 2022)
UPDATED INFORMATION FROM TREVOR PLANK - COUNTY COACH
Updated information, including dates for EBCS level 1,2, 3 courses, can found here
(14 Mar 2022)
A MESSAGE FROM TREVOR PLANK - COUNTY COACH
Please note that he will be arranging a series of EBCS coaches over the coming months, details here
(13 Mar 2022)
2022 COMPETITION ENTRY – CLOSED
We are seeking confirmation from clubs that entrants in ECBA competitions are bona-fide members of their designated club
(as per Competition Regulation 1(a)), before commencing the competition draws week commencing 21st March
In the meantime, you can see a list of all entrants here or on the Competition Portal
(25 Feb 2022)
2022 COMPETITION ENTRY – FINAL REMINDER
As we enter the final weekend before competition entries close (at midnight on 28th February), please may I ask you to time out to enter our 2022 competitions and support our President Dave King
(20 Feb 2022)
2022 COMPETITION ENTRY – REMINDER
This is a reminder that the closing date for 2022 competitions (28th FEBRUARY 2022) is fast approaching. If you haven’t already entered, please do so by midnight next Monday. If you have any problems, please contact Dave Jarrold directly on 07771-882595
We have heard that players are not entering competitions because of a rumour that there will regional finals in the Major Championships, before the finals at Leamington. THAT IS NOT TRUE.
Bowls England have categorically declared that regional finals will only played in their National Competitions (Senior Singles/Pairs, Champion of Champions, Mixed Pairs/Fours, Family Pairs, Double Fours, Top Club and Tony Allcock Trophy, for Men AND Ladies) and then only if required
(30 Jan 2022)
2022 COMPETITIONS - PORTAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Some entrants have been experiencing difficulties when attempting to pay for entries
This problem was raised with the support team on 5th January and because of its intermittent nature the problem has been difficult to resolve. That said, we are told that it will be resolved by Wednesday (2nd February), which is after the original closing date. Therefore the closing date will be revised to give everyone a chance to enter - NEW CLOSING DATE - 28th FEBRUARY 2022
We are hearing that players are not entering competitions because they have heard that there will regional finals in the Major Championships, before the finals at Leamington. THAT IS A UNFOUNDED RUMOUR.
Bowls England have categorically declared that regional finals will only played in their National Competitions (Senior Singles/Pairs, Champion of Champions, Mixed Pairs/Fours, Family Pairs, Double Fours, Top Club and Tony Allcock Trophy, for Men AND Ladies) and then only if required
(30 Jan 2022)
MESSAGE FROM PAT FINNEY
The updated programme for the 2022 season is now available via the ‘Programmes’ dropdown
(23 Jan 2022)
EBA AGM Minutes
The minutes of the Essex Bowling Association AGM (on 11th December 2021) can be found here
(21 Jan 2022)
EBCS COACHING COURSE (UPDATED)
The EBCS Level 1 Course in February 2022 is now fully subscribed - details of future events can be found here
(14 Jan 2022)
MESSAGE FROM PAT FINNEY
The programme for the 2022 season is now available via the ‘Programmes’ dropdown
This is the most up-to-date version which may be different from the email copy that was sent out earlier this week
The difference is that the venue for the Inter Group KO (3 v 2) on 12th June is now RHP BC and not Falcon BC
(12 Jan 2022)
VOTE FOR RICHARD
This year Bowls England are holding an Awards Night on the 19th of February.
Most categories will be decided by a chosen panel except the UNSUNG HERO which will be by online voting.
RICHARD SPRIGGS of Essex County BC is on the shortlist, and it would be great if we, as Essex County Bowling Association Members, could support Richard by voting for him. The voting is open on the Bowls England website here
Terry Mizen (Hon Sec ECBA)
(6 Jan 2022)
GEORGE COSTER RIP - FUNERAL UPDATE
We are sorry to have to announce the death of George Coster
George was President in 2012 after being awarded his County badge in 2008 - he played 91 times for the Association
He will be sadly missed by all that knew him
The funeral is at 10.30 am on Friday 21st January 2022 and will take place at
Three Counties Crematorium, Halstead Road, High Garrett, Braintree, CM7 5PB
The wake will follow the funeral and will be at The Cross Keys Pub/Restaurant - 1, The Street, White Notley, Witham, CM8 1RQ
George’s daughter, Emma, has asked that donations (in the form of cash or cheque) could be made in lieu of flowers.
Cheques should be made payable to The Council for Voluntary Services and sent to her
Emma Coster, 27 Highclere Road, Braintree, CM77 7WX
All donations will go directly to the voluntary charity Dementia Café who ably supported Emma and George for the past 2 years
(4 Jan 2022)
2022 COMPETITIONS - PORTAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
The minor problem with players being unable to enter the Senior Fours has now been fixed and the competition has been re-opened
We have had reports of players being unable to make payments for their entries via cellphones. This has been reported as a problem and we await a fix. As soon the problem is resolved, an update will be posted here. In the meantime, players may successfully enter using other devices (tablets, laptops or computers, either Apple or Android)
The closing date for competition entry (31st January) is less than one month away and to date we have fewer entries for 2022 than for 2021.
Whilst we appreciate there may be uncertainty about competition play given the Covid-19 situation, current guidelines suggest that normal play will be allowed albeit with the temporary Bowls England enforced competition regulations which can be found here