Pelaw Community Bowling Club participate in a number of competitions, these are categorised as community competitions or the more formal inter club competitions:
The club adopted a policy where everyone who wants to play in the league competitions can do so and everyone regardless of ability has an equal opportunity to represent our club. Community competitions are open to everyone, anyone who would like to play in the community competitions are more than welcome to do so. Each competition is slightly different but with an active membership and a desire for everyone to play there are lots of opportunities to do so.
This an open competition consisting teams of 2. Anyone can enter a team, regardless of age or sex or ability. If you have never played before you are welcome and Pelaw Community Bowling Club will give coaching beforehand and lend you the bowls to play with.
The competition is an all-day event. Registration 09:15, First Game starts at 09:30.
Each team plays a total of 3 games of about 1 hour duration. This competition is generally held on the first Saturday in July. Refreshments, lunch, a raffle and a tombola are on offer. There is a small entry fee per team, with prizes for the first 3 winning teams.
This competition is for teams of 3. Anyone can enter a team, regardless of age or sex or whether you are a seasoned bowler or have never played before. It was first run in 2019 and more than 10 of the participants were non-bowlers.
The competition is an all-day event. Registration 09:15, First Game starts at 09:30.
Each team plays a total of 3 games of about 1 hour duration. This competition is generally held on the first Saturday in August. Refreshments, lunch, a raffle and a tombola are on offer. There is a small entry fee per team, with prizes for the first 3 winning teams.
These two competitions are an opportunity for the community of all age groups to come together and socialise in a safe and friendly environment and enjoy some competitive sport, and learn a new skill.
Other community competitions:
One club in particular holds 2 competitions that Pelaw have actively taken part in for a number of years. This is a result of a desire by both clubs to be supportive of the other.
These are the Leam Lane Triples and the Leam Lane Charity Day. These are generally held on a Saturday in July or August.
Teams of 3 players from all over Tyne & Wear, Sunderland, Northumberland and Gateshead take part. There can be anywhere between 24 and 36 teams enter. This is organised and run by Maureen Newton with help from the ladies and men of Leam Lane Bowling Club. Teams play 4 matches scoring 2 points for a win and one for a draw. The winning team is decided by either who has the highest score or if a tie then by shot difference. The event is well organised and includes a buffet and refreshments, a raffle and tombola, which goes down well with the players and guests.
Pelaw Community Bowling Club have been entering 3 to 4 teams each year and has won this competition on 8 out of the last 9 occasions.
Individuals from the same catchment area as above are welcomed to enter this competition. A random draw is made on the day to determine the teams. A team consists of 3 players and the format is then the same as above.
All monies made on the day are donated to a charity as decided by Leam Lane Bowling Club Committee.
A number of other clubs offer the opportunity for individuals or teams to enter their competitions. Details of these are generally circulated early in the season. Any member may enter these competitions, either as an individual or a team.
Internal competitions
Here at Pelaw Community Bowling Club we have five major competitions which run throughout the season, and in addition four competitions which are held on a single, but not on the same, day. These are open to all, either playing or social members.
In each of the major competitions a draw is held at the beginning of the season to determine who plays whom. This is a random draw, there are no ‘seeds’. For each round there is a ‘play by date‘, although allowances can be made at the discretion of the Competition Secretary if he/she is given sufficient notice. These include:
This is a 4-bowl game played until one person achieves a score of 18. In the semi and final the winning score increases to 21.
The winner of this competition is eligible to enter the Outbridge Cup, which is held the following season and is competed for by the previous season’s winner of the 4-bowl championship from each affiliated club.
This is a 4-bowl competition played in the same manner as above. However in this competition some bowlers are given a ‘handicap’. This means that if you are a novice player you will be given a handicap of 10. Other bowlers will be given a handicap dependent on their ability.
A handicap of 10 means that the bowler starts on a score of 10 and only requires to score 8 more to win. A handicap is awarded to players who have not won any of these 4 competitions. When a player has won a competition he or she is no longer eligible for a handicap.
Handicaps are awarded by the Competition Secretary, who consults with the Club Secretary to achieve a degree of fairness.
This is a 4-bowl competition. Club members who have not won one of the four major competitions are the only players who can enter this. The trophy winner can re-enter the following season, provided that they have not won one of the four major competitions.
It is played in the same manner as the other games and no handicaps are allocated to this competition.
In addition Pelaw Community Bowling Club run four competitions which are generally held on a weekday afternoon during the season. These are:
This is a 2-bowl competition. It is a veteran’s competition played by members over the age of 55. The draw is made on the day by the Veteran’s Secretary. Each player will play individual games against other club members on a knockout basis.
In this game players are not playing to a score of 18, but play a limited number of ‘ends’. The winner moves on to the next round. Eventually a final is played, generally over 11 ends.
The Team Selectors for PCBC determine who they consider are the best players in the club. These players are then nominated as ‘Skips’ for their team. The remainder of the club membership then each take a score card on which is written the name of the skip. This determines the teams.
The game is played in the same manner as the Bob Burn Vase, however the scoring is different. When an ‘end’ has been played the bowl that is closest to the jack is awarded 3 points. The next closest 2 points and the third closest 1 point. For one end a total of 6 points are available. The overall winning pair are the team with the highest overall score.
This is an excellent competition in that it gives every club member an even chance of winning.
This is a unique competition played on an afternoon. Each player takes a token which has a rink number on one side and a position number on the other.
On each rink each player starts with 4 bowls. The jack is placed at the minimum length for the first end. The position number tells each bowler when they will deliver their bowl. i.e. number 1 goes first on the first end, followed by 2 etc.
At the end of the first end the player with the bowl nearest to the jack will send the jack to a distance that he or she wants and delivers the first bowl. If this person has the position number ‘3’ for instance then players will play as determined by their number following number 3.
However, the bowler whose bowl is furthest from the jack on each end, loses that bowl which is removed from play.
The game continues until one player remains and all other players have lost all their bowls.
When this outcome has been achieved, the winners of each rink play a ‘final’ on one rink. They pick a token to find out their ‘positional number’ and play as before.
This competition is generally held at the end of the season and although still highly competitive, is considered more of a fun day.
The league matches and playoffs are between 12 members from each club (either male or female with a maximum of one female player per rink). The team play on four rinks each with three players using three bowls. The game is played over sixteen ends.
Games are played on a Wednesday Evening. PCBC operate a rota system for this league. All club members, regardless of ability, are eligible and encouraged to be a part of the rota.
The league matches are between 12 members from each club (either male or female with a maximum of one female player per rink), which are divided up as follows:- 2 rinks of 2 players using 4 bowls each over 16 ends, 2 rinks of 3 players using 3 bowls each over 16 ends.
Scoring. 2 points for winning rink, 1 point for draw. 3 points for aggregate win. Games are played on a Monday Evening. PCBC operate a rota system for this league. All club members, regardless of ability, are eligible and encouraged to be a part of the rota.
This is played on a knockout basis between affiliated clubs.
Matches are between 9 members from each club (either male or female as follows -(maximum of one female permitted per rink) divided into 3 rinks of 3 players, each player using 3 woods and is played over 16 ends.
The aggregate score decides the winner.
This is played on a knockout basis between affiliated clubs.
Matches are between 12 members of each club (either male or female as follows -(maximum of one female permitted per rink), divided into 4 rinks of 3 players, each using 2 bowls, and is played over 21 ends. Matches are decided by the aggregate score.
Matches are played between 12 members from each affiliated club (either male or female as follows - (maximum of one female permitted per rink), divided into 4 rinks of 3 players, each using two bowls. Matches are played on a Tuesday afternoon over 21 ends.
Club members must be aged over 55 to play in this league.
Pelaw Community Bowling Club participate in a number of competitions, these are categorised as community competitions or the more formal inter club competitions:
The club adopted a policy where everyone who wants to play in the league competitions can do so and everyone regardless of ability has an equal opportunity to represent our club. Community competitions are open to everyone, anyone who would like to play in the community competitions are more than welcome to do so. Each competition is slightly different but with an active membership and a desire for everyone to play there are lots of opportunities to do so.
This an open competition consisting teams of 2. Anyone can enter a team, regardless of age or sex or ability. If you have never played before you are welcome and Pelaw Community Bowling Club will give coaching beforehand and lend you the bowls to play with.
The competition is an all-day event. Registration 09:15, First Game starts at 09:30.
Each team plays a total of 3 games of about 1 hour duration. This competition is generally held on the first Saturday in July. Refreshments, lunch, a raffle and a tombola are on offer. There is a small entry fee per team, with prizes for the first 3 winning teams.
This competition is for teams of 3. Anyone can enter a team, regardless of age or sex or whether you are a seasoned bowler or have never played before. It was first run in 2019 and more than 10 of the participants were non-bowlers.
The competition is an all-day event. Registration 09:15, First Game starts at 09:30.
Each team plays a total of 3 games of about 1 hour duration. This competition is generally held on the first Saturday in August. Refreshments, lunch, a raffle and a tombola are on offer. There is a small entry fee per team, with prizes for the first 3 winning teams.
These two competitions are an opportunity for the community of all age groups to come together and socialise in a safe and friendly environment and enjoy some competitive sport, and learn a new skill.
Other community competitions:
One club in particular holds 2 competitions that Pelaw have actively taken part in for a number of years. This is a result of a desire by both clubs to be supportive of the other.
These are the Leam Lane Triples and the Leam Lane Charity Day. These are generally held on a Saturday in July or August.
Teams of 3 players from all over Tyne & Wear, Sunderland, Northumberland and Gateshead take part. There can be anywhere between 24 and 36 teams enter. This is organised and run by Maureen Newton with help from the ladies and men of Leam Lane Bowling Club. Teams play 4 matches scoring 2 points for a win and one for a draw. The winning team is decided by either who has the highest score or if a tie then by shot difference. The event is well organised and includes a buffet and refreshments, a raffle and tombola, which goes down well with the players and guests.
Pelaw Community Bowling Club have been entering 3 to 4 teams each year and has won this competition on 8 out of the last 9 occasions.
Individuals from the same catchment area as above are welcomed to enter this competition. A random draw is made on the day to determine the teams. A team consists of 3 players and the format is then the same as above.
All monies made on the day are donated to a charity as decided by Leam Lane Bowling Club Committee.
A number of other clubs offer the opportunity for individuals or teams to enter their competitions. Details of these are generally circulated early in the season. Any member may enter these competitions, either as an individual or a team.
Internal competitions
Here at Pelaw Community Bowling Club we have five major competitions which run throughout the season, and in addition four competitions which are held on a single, but not on the same, day. These are open to all, either playing or social members.
In each of the major competitions a draw is held at the beginning of the season to determine who plays whom. This is a random draw, there are no ‘seeds’. For each round there is a ‘play by date‘, although allowances can be made at the discretion of the Competition Secretary if he/she is given sufficient notice. These include:
This is a 4-bowl game played until one person achieves a score of 18. In the semi and final the winning score increases to 21.
The winner of this competition is eligible to enter the Outbridge Cup, which is held the following season and is competed for by the previous season’s winner of the 4-bowl championship from each affiliated club.
This is a 4-bowl competition played in the same manner as above. However in this competition some bowlers are given a ‘handicap’. This means that if you are a novice player you will be given a handicap of 10. Other bowlers will be given a handicap dependent on their ability.
A handicap of 10 means that the bowler starts on a score of 10 and only requires to score 8 more to win. A handicap is awarded to players who have not won any of these 4 competitions. When a player has won a competition he or she is no longer eligible for a handicap.
Handicaps are awarded by the Competition Secretary, who consults with the Club Secretary to achieve a degree of fairness.
This is a 4-bowl competition. Club members who have not won one of the four major competitions are the only players who can enter this. The trophy winner can re-enter the following season, provided that they have not won one of the four major competitions.
It is played in the same manner as the other games and no handicaps are allocated to this competition.
In addition Pelaw Community Bowling Club run four competitions which are generally held on a weekday afternoon during the season. These are:
This is a 2-bowl competition. It is a veteran’s competition played by members over the age of 55. The draw is made on the day by the Veteran’s Secretary. Each player will play individual games against other club members on a knockout basis.
In this game players are not playing to a score of 18, but play a limited number of ‘ends’. The winner moves on to the next round. Eventually a final is played, generally over 11 ends.
The Team Selectors for PCBC determine who they consider are the best players in the club. These players are then nominated as ‘Skips’ for their team. The remainder of the club membership then each take a score card on which is written the name of the skip. This determines the teams.
The game is played in the same manner as the Bob Burn Vase, however the scoring is different. When an ‘end’ has been played the bowl that is closest to the jack is awarded 3 points. The next closest 2 points and the third closest 1 point. For one end a total of 6 points are available. The overall winning pair are the team with the highest overall score.
This is an excellent competition in that it gives every club member an even chance of winning.
This is a unique competition played on an afternoon. Each player takes a token which has a rink number on one side and a position number on the other.
On each rink each player starts with 4 bowls. The jack is placed at the minimum length for the first end. The position number tells each bowler when they will deliver their bowl. i.e. number 1 goes first on the first end, followed by 2 etc.
At the end of the first end the player with the bowl nearest to the jack will send the jack to a distance that he or she wants and delivers the first bowl. If this person has the position number ‘3’ for instance then players will play as determined by their number following number 3.
However, the bowler whose bowl is furthest from the jack on each end, loses that bowl which is removed from play.
The game continues until one player remains and all other players have lost all their bowls.
When this outcome has been achieved, the winners of each rink play a ‘final’ on one rink. They pick a token to find out their ‘positional number’ and play as before.
This competition is generally held at the end of the season and although still highly competitive, is considered more of a fun day.
The league matches and playoffs are between 12 members from each club (either male or female with a maximum of one female player per rink). The team play on four rinks each with three players using three bowls. The game is played over sixteen ends.
Games are played on a Wednesday Evening. PCBC operate a rota system for this league. All club members, regardless of ability, are eligible and encouraged to be a part of the rota.
The league matches are between 12 members from each club (either male or female with a maximum of one female player per rink), which are divided up as follows:- 2 rinks of 2 players using 4 bowls each over 16 ends, 2 rinks of 3 players using 3 bowls each over 16 ends.
Scoring. 2 points for winning rink, 1 point for draw. 3 points for aggregate win. Games are played on a Monday Evening. PCBC operate a rota system for this league. All club members, regardless of ability, are eligible and encouraged to be a part of the rota.
This is played on a knockout basis between affiliated clubs.
Matches are between 9 members from each club (either male or female as follows -(maximum of one female permitted per rink) divided into 3 rinks of 3 players, each player using 3 woods and is played over 16 ends.
The aggregate score decides the winner.
This is played on a knockout basis between affiliated clubs.
Matches are between 12 members of each club (either male or female as follows -(maximum of one female permitted per rink), divided into 4 rinks of 3 players, each using 2 bowls, and is played over 21 ends. Matches are decided by the aggregate score.
