ECBA NEWS
(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
(19 Nov 2021)
EBA AGM
The Annual General Meeting of the Association will be held at the Falcon Bowls Club,
Channels Drive Chelmsford Essex CM3 3FB on Saturday 11th December 2021, commencing at 10.30am.
Please note change of venue
(19 Nov 2021)
ECBA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The Annual General Meeting of the Essex County Bowling Association took place on Saturday 13 November 2021 at Falcon Bowls Club. Keith Riley (Past President) proposed a vote of thanks to the retiring officers, especially given the challenges since the last AGM. Dave King (Romford) was elected as President for 2022 with Richard Dodd (Braintree) moving up to Senior Deputy whilst David Starkey (South Benfleet and Canvey) becomes the new Junior Deputy. Following the retirement of Pat Foley as Press Secretary, Tony Ellis (Chairman) thanked him for his efforts in moving the County forward and for the setting up and subsequent revamp of the website.
To show the Association’s appreciation, he presented Pat with a cheque (photo here )
Prior to the meeting, incoming President Dave King hosted a lunch attended by 8 Past Presidents, 3 Life Members, other Officers, Executive members and guests.
(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
(18 Oct 2021)
AFFILIATION FORMS
Following some useful feedback, the affiliation forms that were emailed to Club Secretaries have been updated
Please download the up-to-date forms from the <Forms> <ECBA Forms> page here
NOTE: It is advisable to complete the Treasurer's form on a computer, using XL.
COMPETITION ENTRIES - 2022 SEASON
At last night's Executive Committee meeting, it was reported that the Competition Portal is currently being updated in readiness to accept entries to the 2022 competitions. It is anticipated that this will be available by the end of October
(4 Oct 2021)
MESSAGE FROM JILL POLLEY - VERA COUSENS
I am so sorry to have to pass on the sad news that Vera Cousens died recently. Vera was a member of South Woodford Bowling Club and County President in 1994 (her husband Dennis was also ECBA President, in 1989). For many years she arranged our annual County Tour. A very gentle, quiet lady, who will be sadly missed. Her funeral will take place on Tuesday 12th October 2021 at 3.00pm at Forest Park Crematorium, Hainault.
(1 Oct 2021)
COACHING COURSE
The Essex Bowls Coaching Association (EBCA) is planning to run a Coach Bowls Level 1 course
The course would be suitable for those who would prefer face to face training as opposed to taking part on line
Venue : Falcon BC, Chelmsford
If you are interested please contact Trevor Plank (County Coach) essexbowlscoaching@gmail.com
(24 Sep 2021)
STANDARDISED WEEKS CALENDAR
In preparation for the end of the 2021 season and the commencement of 2022, I hope this helps
It has always been the practise that fixture lists follow the week numbers from the Bowls England master calendar (which can be found here) and that week 18 is generally accepted as the first week of the bowls calendar (irrespective of club opening dates)
When clubs close / re-open is a matter for themselves
(22 Sep 2021)
A MESSAGE FROM TONY ELLIS
You are all advised that tickets are now available for the Annual Luncheon and Prize Giving
This will be held on Sunday 7th November (12:30 for 1pm) at Stock Brook Manor Country Club
Application form for tickets is available via the 'Forms' page or here
(22 Sep 2021)
EASTERN COUNTIES RESULTS - MORE SUCCESS FOR EDWARD
Edward Morris, as Essex Singles Champion, represented the County in the Eastern Counties finals on Saturday last
He beat John Tufts (Norfolk 21-7) in the semi-final and followed that up with another emphatic win in the final
where he triumphed over Chris Beard (Bedfordshire) 21-8
Edward has had a fantastic year, with this victory topping it off nicely - I suspect that he's is going to need some silver polish this winter !!
MINOR FINALS - RESULTS (19/9/21)
Unbadged Singles Brian Powell (Wanstead Central) 1-21 Michael May (Bocking)
Benevolent Singles Dan Rodger (Silver End). 19-21 Edward Morris (Essex County)
Secretaries Cup Karl Lodge (Silver End). 17-21 Jon Lloyd (Essex County)
Hood cup Southminster 19-26 Kings Chase
T Robinson Mark Hodges
Terence Everett Brian Payne
P Sullivan Conway Fleming
Eddie Barker Jamie Holmes
Ray Kempen (sub)
Double Fours Silver End 44-25 Harlow
(18 Sep 2021)
MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAIRMAN - TONY ELLIS
Please note that nominations are now being accepted for the ECBA Certificate of Merit and the Bill Wallis Award
Nominations usually close at the end of September, but this year that deadline has been extended until 11th October
Please return nominations to me (my addresses are on the forms), which can be found on the Forms page of this site
All successful applicants are expected to attend County Luncheon on the 7th November at Stock Brook Manor
to receive their award from the County President.
(14 Sep 2021)
MINOR FINALS - Sunday 19 September
Please note the remaining 'minor' finals will take place this Sunday (19th) at Braintree BC
Matches commence at 10:30. A full program is available here
(3 Sep 2021)
CONGRATULATIONS! AGAIN!!
Finally, after 6 attempts at Leamington, Elaine Score and Edward Morris won the National Mixed Pairs this afternoon
They outplayed the Yorkshire pair of Sue Allen and Mark Walton to run out winners 23-5 (after 15 ends)
(2 Sep 2021)
UNLUCKY EDWARD
We are sad to report that Edward Morris narrowly lost the Final of the Mens Two Bowls Singles at Leamington, late on Tuesday evening
Edward, a former Two Bowl England champion lost to his England colleague Sam Tolchard (Kings, Devon). In form Tolchard, won the Four Bowl Singles earlier in the tournament and was runner-up in the Pairs
(29 Aug 2021)
CONGRATULATIONS!!
In case you were not aware - Essex has gained two new Champions at the National Finals (currently underway at Leamington Spa)
In the Ladies fours final the Clockhouse BC team of Hayley Kenny, Michelle Squires, Serena Madgewick and Rebecca Smith,
came from 7-13 down to win 20-13
The results of all their games can be found here
In the Mens Triples, Essex County BC’s Chris Muir, Steve Gunnell and Edward Morris had a 18-11 win in the final
The results of all their games can be found here
WELL DONE TO ALL CONCERNED !
For information, the rest of the results/fixtures can be be found on the Bowls England Competition Portal here
(29 Aug 2021)
MESSAGE FROM PAT FINNEY - MATCH SECRETARY
The upcoming match with Wiltshire CBA (at Maidenhead Town BC) has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances
All players have been informed by Pat our by their Group Selector
Anyone selected for this match will receive the credit even though the game will not be played
(25 Aug 2021)
BOWLS ENGLAND COMPETITOR SURVEY
The results of the recent survey sent to all Essex CBA/National Competition entrants were passed to Bowls England in a recent ZOOM meeting
Bowls England have commissioned their own survey, which can be found here
It is the view of the ECBA that it is in everyone's best interest to have ALL bowlers views considered by Bowls England (our governing body) and not just the opinions of a select few
You are therefore urged to complete their questionnaire by 16:00 this Sunday 29th August.
(18 Aug 2021)
MINOR FINALS / SEMI FINALS (Sunday 15 Aug)
North Essex Fours P King, B Everett, G Smith, P Weedon (Severalls) 13 - 27 R Kempen, T Everett, P Sullivan & E Barker (Southminster)
South Essex Fours B Staines, A Daws, J Lloyd & D McCathie (Essex County) 5 - 26 M Hodges, B Payne, C Fleming, J Holmes (Kings Chase)
Secretaries Cup K Lodge (Silver End) 21 - 18 J Tully (Romford)
J Lloyd (Essex County) 21 - 10 S Murray (The Springhouse)
Unbadged Singles B Powell (Wanstead Central) 21 - 4 S Plested (Fairwood)
M May (Bocking Alliance) 21 - 18 G Walkingshaw (Woods)
Benevolent Singles TBA
(13 Aug 2021)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 4
Teams selection issue 4, Games 10,38,39,40,41,42,13,43 (Original Issue), 18 Aug - 21 Sep - here
(12 Aug 2021)
COUNTY FINAL RESULTS, SCHEDULES
The remaining finals
2 Bowl Singles Wednesday 11th August, Stock & Buttsbury at 18:00
Jack Butcher (Romford) 16 - 11 Edward Morris (Essex County)
Pairs Monday 16th August, Maldon at 18:00
Steve Mitchinson 12 - 19 Chris Muir
Nigel Smith Edward Morris
(Romford) (Essex County)
Triples Tuesday 17th August, Stock & Buttsbury at 18:00
Ray Everitt 10 - 20 Chris Muir
Daniel Rodger Steve Gunnell
Jason Burgess Edward Morris
(Silver End) (Essex County)
Singles Friday 13th August, Kings Chase at 18:00
Kevin Fitzgerald 5 - 21 Edward Morris
(Wansted Central) (Essex County)
(9 Aug 2021)
INTER-GROUP KNOCKOUT / WALLY BALL - SUNDAY 8th AUGUST
Group 4 won the Inter-Group Knockout and Group 3 won the Wally Ball
Scores from the games as follows
Inter Group KO
Group 4 121 - 113 Group 8
Wally Ball
Group 3 6 points (76 shots) - 2 points (63 shots) Group 6
(6 Aug 2021)
COACHING ROADSHOW
The ECBA will be hosting a coaching roadshow for bowlers of all standards on 12th September - details here
(5 Aug 2021)
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMPETITION SECRETARY
A list of the ECBA entrants at National Finals can be found here
(5 Aug 2021)
COUNTY FINAL RESULTS, SCHEDULES
Detailed results are available on the Competition Portal, however here is a summary of events last weekend
Junior Singles Lesslie 16 21 Bailey
Junior Pairs Bailey & Smith 13 21 Hughes & Butcher
Fours Harlow 13 14 Colchester West End
Senior Fours Stock&Buttsbury 13 12 Wanstead Central
The remaining finals
2 Bowl Singles Wednesday 11th August, Stock & Buttsbury at 18:00
Pairs Monday 16th August, Maldon at 18:00
Triples Tuesday 17th August, Stock & Buttsbury at 18:00
Singles TBA
(2 Aug 2021)
ASHFORD CUP FINAL - 1ST AUGUST
An excellent morning of bowls played on a very good green at Dunmow BC
For the first time since I took over running of this competition (in 2007) the match finished
in a tie across the 6 rinks, 3 rinks each, with a score of 104-104
An extra end was played on each rink, resulting in Group 3 winning 9 shots to 5
Congratulations to Group 3 for winning the Trophy for the third year running, the
first time this has happened.
Many thanks to the umpires Paul Costin & Colin Whitear for giving up their time
Pat Finney Ashford Cup Secretary
(28 Jul 2021)
A MESSAGE FROM THE SECRETARY
Please note that there has been an immediate change in the Secretary for Thames Sports BC in Group 9
The new secretary is
Barrie Turner - 12 The Pines, Grays RM16 2AH
Email: firefoxbarrie@gmail.com
Phone: +441375-378670
(27 Jul 2021)
COMPETITION FINALS DAY - 31st JULY
The following finals will be played on 31st July as scheduled (Markers and Umpires will be available)
10:00 Junior Pairs Dan Hughes & Jack Butcher v Luke Smith & Adam Bailey
11:00 Fours Harlow v Colchester WE
11:00 Senior Fours Stock & Buttsbury v Wanstead Central
12:00 (earliest) Junior Singles Tom Lesslie v Adam Bailey
Players should be available at least 15 minutes before the start of your game
Dress is whites or club colours with club shirts
Due to duplications and international duty the remaining finals will not be played on finals day (31st July) and since it has been impossible to find a single alternative date when all of the finals could be played, a decision has been made that these games will be played on separate dates at venues to be agreed
Single Handed Championship
Pairs Championship
Triples Championship
Two Bowl Single Handed Championship
(26 JUL 2021)
INTER-GROUP KNOCKOUT
The results of Sunday's semi-finals as follows
Group 4 108 - 105 Group 9
Group 8 131 - 121 Group 2
Final to be held on Sunday 8th August, 10:00 at Essex County BC
Group 4 v Group 8
(25 Jul 2021)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 3
Teams selection issue 3, Games 30,32,33,34,5,35,37 (Original Issue), 27 Jul - 17 Aug - here
NOTE: ALL GAMES RETURN TO NORMAL FROM TUE 27TH JULY ONWARDS
ARRIVE IN GREYS, SHIRT AND TIE, AND BLAZER. GAME IN WHITES WITH COUNTY SHIRT
MEALS AFTER GAME
(19 JUL 2021)
WALLY BALL
The results of Sunday's games and final tables can be found here
Group 6 and Group 3 will contest the final on Sunday 8th August, 10:00 at Princess Marie Louise
(19 JUL 2021)
INTER-GROUP KNOCKOUT
The results of Sunday's games as follows
Group 6 99 - 108 Group 4
Group 9 116 - 107 Group 5
Group 8 136 - 99 Group 3
Group 1 95 - 120 Group 2
Semi-finals on Sunday 25th August, 10:00, venues TBA
Group 4 v Group 9
Group 8 v Group 2
(19 Jul 2021)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 3
Teams selection issue 3, Games 30,32,33,34,5,35,37 (Original Issue), 27 Jul - 17 Aug - here
Hopefully all Games will be back to normal - any changes will be posted on this website
(19 Jul 2021)
BALCOMB TROPHY RESULT
Disappointment for Essex
In the Balcomb Trophy yesterday, trailing by 4 after both rinks had played 20 ends, Essex held the 5 required to win
with only 5 bowls (out of 336) left. However both Norfolk skips drew second shot, leaving Essex 2 short.
As Malcolm Stark says ‘You can be so close, but so far away’
Final score Essex 36 - 38 Norfolk. Scorecards here
(18 Jul 2021)
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMPETITION SECRETARY
The results from yesterday's semi-finals day as follows
Two Bowl Singles
Sam Moss (Silver End) 15 Jack Butcher (Romford) 16 aee
Edward Morris (Essex County) v Bob Pooley (Stock & Buttsbury) - playing 21st July
Junior Singles
Tom Lesslie (Castle Hedingham) 21 Alix Rouse (Saffron Walden) 19
Adam Bailey (Thurrock) 21 Luke Smith (Grays Town) 7
Fours
Harlow 13 Writtle 12
Colchester WE 23 Romford 16
Triples
Silver End 23 Great Baddow 5
Happy Valley 7Essex County 19
Pairs
Brightlingsea 14 Romford 15
Silver End 15 Essex County 17
Singles
Edward Morris 21 Sam Roberts 14
Kevin Fitzgerald 21 Andrew Squire 16
Senior Fours
Aveley 7 Stock & Buttsbury 17
Wanstead Central 15 Bocking 14
Junior Pairs
Romford 19 Castle Hedingham/Saffron Walden 8
PLEASE NOTE
Finals Day, scheduled for 31 July will be disrupted due to Essex players being involved in International duty
The revised schedule will be published as soon as possible
(15 Jul 2021)
BALCOMB TROPHY
Our neutral green area semi-final tie against NORFOLK will be played on Sunday 18th July commencing at 10:00
Players are expected to arrive no later than 09:15
The venue is Brampton Institute BC, Coronation Way, Brampton, Huntingdon PE28 4TG
Free tea and coffee on arrival
Team Selection here
(14 Jul 2021)
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMPETITION SECRETARY
Due to the number of players in multiple events this year, the scheduling has been very complicated. Many thanks to all concerned who have helped me arrange the matches. The full schedule can be found here
(13 JUL 2021)
WALLY BALL
The results of Sunday's games and resulting tables can be found here
(5 Jul 2021)
MIXED FORTUNES FOR ESSEX - MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGER
MIDDLETON CUP vs SUFFOLK @ Bishop’s Stortford BC Saturday 3rd July
We are sad to report that Essex lost by 9 shots (109-118) to a very strong Suffolk side. Images of the cards are here - R1-6
BALCOMB TROPHY - success for Essex on Sunday by 11 shots v Leicester, Images of the cards are here
JUNIOR SINGLES
Results from yesterday's Junior singles are available the Competition Portal
(27 Jun 2021)
WALLY BALL
The results of today's games and resulting tables can be found here
(26 Jun 2021)
MIDDLETON CUP - MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGER
Thanks to all players who showed commitment to the Essex cause at the trial last weekend
From that squad of invitees we have selected our team for, what we hope will be, the first knockout game in this season's competition
Selection of the correct 24 is never easy and this season was no exception - team here
Most named in the "remaining squad members" will feel disappointed to have missed out for the first game but we sincerely hope you can put that aside and come along to Bishop's Stortford to support the County
Please reply advising of your availability without delay to sxmanager@gmx.co.uk, whether playing or supporting.
Best regards, Malcolm (Team Manager)
25 Jun 2021)
A MESSAGE FROM THE COMPETITION SECRETARY
Please be advised that the Final Stage draws have today been published to the Competition Portal
There is currently a strange problem, when selecting Final Stage draws
However, if you click 'Back to Competition' and then select Area 1, the correct draw is displayed
The neutral greens for the Quarter finals of the four Major Championships have also been agreed, details below
I am indebted to each of the clubs for giving up their valuable green space for these important matches
NOTE: In order to facilitate travelling - all matches to commence at 18:30
SINGLES Mon 5th July Stock and Buttsbury BC
PAIRS Tue 6th July Kings Chase BC
TRIPLES Thu 8th July Braintree BC
FOURS Fri 9th July Old Dagenham BC
(21 Jun 2021)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 2
Teams selection issue 2, Games 20,21,23,24,26,27,28,29 (Original Issue), 29 Jun - 22 July - here
(18 Jun 2021)
COUNTY FOURS - 18th June only
In the event that any County Fours fixtures cannot be played due to the weather conditions, please be advised that matches may be postponed and played on or before Wednesday 23rd June, date to be agreed by mutual consent. Please advise me of the revised date by text or email
If you cannot agree on a date please call me (07970-100634) and I will fix a date for you
John Tully
ECBA Competition Secretary
(13 Jun 2021)
BALCOMB TROPHY
Our first round tie will be played on Sunday 4th July commencing at 11:00
Players are expected to arrive no later than 10:15 AM
The venue is LEICESTER BC, Kenwood Road, off Carisbrooke Road, Leicester LE2 3PL
We have been told that bacon cobs will be on sale before the game (rolls, one presumes!)
Team Selection here
Dan Rodger to travel. Daniel Hughes released to U25 singles (if that is his preference).
Please take into account that we play in Middleton Cup the previous day (Sat 3rd July).
(7 Jun 2021)
ASHFORD CUP UPDATE FROM PAT FINNEY
The final league tables can be found here
The final will be held at 10:00 on Sunday 1st August at Dunmow BC - Group 3 v Group 6
(31 May 2021)
ASHFORD CUP UPDATE FROM PAT FINNEY
After week two, the league tables can be found here
(2 Jun 2021)
MIDDLETON CUP - MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGER
A reminder that the squad day will take place on 19th June at Essex County BC - commencing at 10:00
Players invited to take part are can be found here
Please be sure to advise Malcom Stark if you find that are unable to attend
(Mark Wilson Pairs Comp to commence at 14:00)
(31 May 2021)
ASHFORD CUP UPDATE FROM PAT FINNEY
After week two, the league tables can be found here
(30 May 2021)
BALCOMB TROPHY
Our first round tie will be played on Sunday 4th July commencing at 11:00
The venue is LEICESTER BC, Kenwood Road, off Carisbrooke Road, Leicester LE2 3PL
Team Selection to follow
We have been told that bacon cobs will be on sale before the game (rolls, one presumes!)
(27 May 2021)
TEAMS SELECTION - ISSUE 1
Teams selection issue 1, Games 14-15, 15-17 June - here
(24 May 2021)
ASHFORD CUP UPDATE FROM PAT FINNEY
After week one, the league tables can be found here
(18 May 2021)
ECBA COMPETITION RESULTS - A MESSAGE FROM JOHN TULLY
Please note that section 1(s) of the Competition Regulations, states that
“Players who have registered themselves or have been registered (with an email address) by the Competition Secretary
MUST submit results via the Competition Portal. Players who have no access to the Competition Portal, can submit results by telephone to either the Competition Secretary or the ECBA Media Officer” (John Tully 07970-100634 or Dave Jarrold 07771-882595)
There are just a handful of people who have no internet access and their results will be accepted over the telephone, otherwise please can you comply with rule 1(s). A simple guide on how to submit results can be found here
For information, the up to date Regulations can be found here or on page 28 of the 2021 ECBA handbook
(17 May 2021)
ECBA 2021 TOUR - MESSAGE FROM THE TOUR SECRETARY
This year, because of the Covid restrictions, Sandy Dron’s Herefordshire Tour has been moved to August
Obviously, this change gives an opportunity for more people to join us
Travel to Herefordshire on 1st August, 5 games on 2nd-6th, travel home on 7th August
If you’re interested, please call Ken Clarke, Tour Secretary, on 01206-795118
(12 May 2021)
ASHFORD CUP - MESSAGE FROM PAT FINNEY
The latest announcements from DCMS (via Bowls England), which come into effect on 17th May, mean that there is no need to have split venues in the Ashford cup. All matches to revert to six rinks on the same green, therefore the ‘backup’ venues as published in previous versions of the ECBA programme (and the ECBA handbook) are not required. The ECBA programme has been updated to reflect this
NOTE: Please follow the Government guidelines about car-sharing
(4 May 2021)
RECRUITMENT OF NEW MEMBERS - UPDATE
The follow-up seminars planned for 5th and 6th May have been postponed
(3 May 2021)
MIDDLETON CUP - MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGER
Our Preliminary Round tie, versus Suffolk is at Bishops Stortford BC (neutral green) on Saturday 3rd July with an 11:00 start.
Further round dates are 10th July, 24th July & 7th August before Semis/Finals on 11th September.
Players under consideration have received an email from me and are invited to a squad selection day on
Saturday 19th June at Essex County BC - 10:30 to 13:00
Please be sure to advise me if you are unable to attend on 19th June to assist with our preparations
(Mark Wilson Pairs Comp to commence at 14:00)
(3 May 2021)
WHITE ROSE TROPHY
Click here to see the message from David Griggs (Development Officer) regarding Essex first round tie
(3 May 2021)
ECBA COMPETITIONS - JUNIOR SINGLES
This competition will be held on Sunday 4th July at Essex County BC - players to report by 09:30
List of entrants here
(3 May 2021)
ECBA COMPETITIONS - 2 WOODS
This competition will be held on Saturday 12th June at the venues in the ECBA handbook - players to report by 09:30
List of entrants here
(2 May 2021)
MAUREEN ELLIS RIP - FUNERAL DETAILS
The service is on 13th May at 12:30 - details of how to view are attached here
(1 May 2021)
ECBA COMPETITION DRAWS
Please note that, on the same day that ECBA handbooks were available, the Competition Portal has details of every competition draw.
Entrants will have received an email for every competition they have entered
While you do not need to log in to the portal to view the draws (making them available to all), in order to enter results, you will need to log in here
(22 Apr 2021)
RECRUITMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
Following the recent series of presentations about Club recruitment and open days, the Essex Bowls Coaching Association has arranged follow-up seminars aimed to help arrange Open days. Details of the these sessions can be found here
(13 APR 2021)
MAUREEN ELLIS RIP
The death is announced of Maureen Ellis, wife of Tony (ECBA President in 2011), on 12th April 2021.
At this sad time for Tony and his family, please do not contact him.
Urgent matters should be referred to either Terry Mizen or Pat Finney
(7 Apr 20210)
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
(5 Apr 2021)
MIDDLETON CUP, BALCOMB TROPHY, EASTERN COUNTIES LEAGUE UPDATE
From Malcolm Stark, can be found here
(30 Mar 2021)
COUNTY and NATIONAL COMPETITION UPDATE
From John Tully, can be found here
(19 Mar 2021)
RECRUITMENT OF NEW MEMBERS
Following the recent email to all Club Secretaries, regarding Club recruitment and open days, this is a reminder about the presentations (aimed at Club Committees) starting on 22nd March, which give guidance to anyone interesting in boosting member numbers. Please feel free to join one of the sessions, details of which can be found here
(19 Mar 2021)
INTERESTED IN COACHING BOWLS?
Whilst the Essex Bowling Coaches Association has many coaches across the County, some areas are better represented than others, so there is a drive to recruit more coaches hoping to even out the spread. If you are interested in becoming a coach, please look here for information
(12 Mar 2021)
ALAN KNIGHT - UPDATE
Alan’s funeral is to be held on Monday 22nd March at 13:00 pm at Green Acres Woodland Burial Park in North Weald, Essex
Due to Covid restrictions, space at the chapel is limited to invitation only
A webcast has been arranged for those who cannot be invited to attend the service
Link https://www.obitus.com/ Username: saki0590 Password: 779878
A personal tribute from Alex Wightman, former Officer of the Association, can be found here
(6 Mar 2021)
EDWARD MORRIS, ENGLAND CHAMPION AND FUNDRAISER
Edward has organised a fundraising event for DISABILITY BOWLS England
As this a bowlers Charity, the ECBA have agreed to publicise this event - click here to donate
(6 Mar 2021)
SEASON PLANNING UPDATE FROM BOWLS ENGLAND
The latest information on plans for the upcoming season can be found here
(1 Mar 2021)
ALAN KNIGHT RIP
We are sorry to have to announce the death of Alan Knight
Alan was President in 2007 and played 161 times for the Association
He will be sadly missed by all that knew him
Our prayers and heartfelt thoughts go to Pauline and the family at this very sad time
Funeral details will be published as soon we have them
(24 Feb 2021)
COVID-19 STATEMENT FROM BOWLS ENGLAND
Following the recent announcement of the 4 step plan to ease lockdown in England , the latest Bowls England guidance can be found here
NOTE: This was also sent in a email from the ECBA Secretary
Whilst bowls is not specifically mentioned, the relevant document from the GOV.UK website can be found here (Step 1)
(9 Feb 2021)
COACHING WEBSITE
Notice is hereby given that a new Coaching website has been developed and is available here or via a link on the 'Links' page
(6 Feb 2021)
NOTICE FOR ALL COACHES
From the County Coach - A reminder that there are important documents, on the dedicated Coaching page.
(4 Feb 2021)
ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR BOWLS CLUBS
Bowls England have announced that there is even more funding available for clubs affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Read full article here
(1 Feb 2021)
2021 COMPETITION ENTRY HAS NOW CLOSED
(31 Jan 2021)
COMPETITION ENTRIES CLOSE AT MIDNIGHT TONIGHT - click here to enter
(26 Jan 2021)
ALL POTENTIAL ECBA COMPETITION ENTRANTS FOR 2021
You may recall that the deadline for entries has been extended until 31st January - a list of entries to date can be found here
That closing date is now only THREE days away, so if you wish to enter any 2021 competitions (including the Shield or Double Fours),
please do so immediately
If you have experienced ANY issues with the new process, please contact John Tully 07970-100634 or Dave Jarrold 07771-882595
We will help you resolve your problems
(4 Jan 2021)
2021 COMPETITIONS - PORTAL ANNOUNCEMENT
So far, we have significantly fewer entries for 2021 than for 2020. A telephone poll taken from the players who entered in 2020, but have not yet entered for 2021, has revealed that many of our members have concerns over the current Covid-19 crisis
A summary of what happened with the 2020 entries below
Singles, 2-wood Singles, Pairs, Triples, Fours, Senior Fours, Junior Singles and Pairs entry monies were refunded to clubs and passed on to entrants
Secretaries, Benevolent and Unbadged Singles were played
North and South Essex Fours, Double Fours, Shield were not played, but entries are free in 2021
It is anticipated that a similar arrangement will be adopted for this years competitions, should they be cancelled
With this is mind, we have extended the closing date for this year’s competitions until 31st January 2021 to allow the efficacy of the vaccination program to be more established which will give more players an opportunity to enter
(24 Dec 2020)
BOWLS ENGLAND - NATIONAL OPEN WEEKEND
The initial announcement from Bowls England can be read here
December 2020 - BE update
(23 Dec 2020)
COACHING NOTICE
From the County Administrator
Please note that there are important new documents and advertisements for new positions, on the dedicated Coaching page.
(20 Dec 2020)
2021 ECBA COMPETITION ENTRIES - A REMINDER
Since the launch on 19 October over 370 members have registered to use the portal, which is significantly fewer than entered the 2020 County Competitions. That figure is expected to grow as there are still some regular participants yet to sign up.
Please take a moment to register and enter the competitions, if you have not already done so.
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 (for this year only) will be 31st December.
John Tully, ECBA Competition Secretary
(28 Nov 2020) Updated 23 Dec 2020
MARJORIE MITCHELL-GEARS RIP
The death is announced of Marjorie Mitchell-Gears, wife of David (ECBA President in 1998 and until recently Chairman of Bowls England), on 27th November 2020. Their daughter, Susan Mitchell-Gears, has asked that we refrain from calling / email David at this sad time
FUNERAL DETAILS
Marjorie’s funeral took place on Tuesday 22 December at Weeley Crematorium.
The service is still available to stream on obitus.com username Wilo7991, password 775757
(2 Dec 2020)
EMAIL FROM BOWLS ENGLAND
The email below was circulated to BE County Administrators/Presidential Team/Past Presidents/Honorary Members, BE Board and BE Staff
David Tucker, Bowls England Chair wanted to advise you of the sad news that Marjorie Mitchell-Gears passed away last weekend following a stroke. Marjorie was a regular attendee at the National Championships and Annual Dinners alongside husband David, former Bowls England Chair. Many will remember Marjorie for the generous charitable work she undertook, notably her knitted gifts for disadvantaged children.
Bowls England send our condolences to David, and the rest of Marjorie’s family and friends.
(28 Nov 2020)
MARJORIE MITCHELL-GEARS RIP
The death is announced of Marjorie Mitchell-Gears, wife of David (ECBA President in 1998 and until recently Chairman of Bowls England), on 27th November 2020. Their daughter, Susan Mitchell-Gears, has asked that we refrain from calling / email David at this sad time
(28 Nov 2020)
ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR BOWLS CLUBS
Bowls England is urging clubs to get their applications in before it is too late for additional funding which is available from Sport England and the government for sports clubs who have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Read full article here
(24 Nov 2020)
ESSEX BOWLING ASSOCIATION AGM
The EBA Emergency Executive Committee have decided that the AGM (scheduled for 28th November) cannot go ahead and
will be deferred until 2021, on a date to be advised later
In lieu of the normal AGM documentation, the minutes from 2019 can be downloaded here, the Officer’s reports for 2020 can be downloaded here
The relevant Financial reports can be downloaded here
The financial reports password is the surname of Presidents Des (ECBA 1999) and Roni (ECWBA 1990) (all upper case)
(17 Nov 2020)
COMPETITION PORTAL NEWS
Since the launch on 19 October over 250 members have registered to use the portal, which is just under half of the number
who entered the 2020 County Competitions. That figure is expected to grow as there are still some regular participants yet to sign up.
Please take a moment to register and enter the competitions, if you have not already done so.
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 (for this year only) will be 31st December.
John Tully, ECBA Competition Secretary
(15 Nov 2020)
TERRY MIZEN - ECBA SECRETARY
In order to keep his private email separate from County business, please note that Terry Mizen has a new email address
He asks that when you are contacting him with regard to County or Coaching business please use essexcountyba@gmail.com