The Rockets and the 2022 National Competition

 On Saturday 11th June, 9 bowlers and their parents flew to Melbourne, whilst 7 others drove down.

We checked into our accommodation with sleet falling and everyone wanting to get into the warm rooms.

Sunday saw The Rockets bowl a singles with Natham bowling 24 pins over average for the series and Lauren bowling 16 pins over average for the series including a turkey in a game of 142.

We then bowled trios with Candice scoring 34 pins over average for the series, Emma Crompton scoring 26 pins over average for the series and Emma Matthews scoring 15 pins over average for a Trio series including a turkey in a game of 141.

Next up was Doubles and we had Emma Crompton scoring 21 pins over average for the series.

Everyone bowled extremely well and had a scrumptious lunch provided by the accommodation. 

Monday 13th saw us back at the alley and the Singles provided these scores above average for the series: Emma M 22 over average, Tim turkey in 167.  Doubles were: Emma M 33 over average, Candice 28 over, Lauren 18 over with a turkey in 146 and Natham 15 over.  Trio scores were: Emma C 17 over average.

On Monday night we dined at Lazy Mo’s and below is a picture of a “very small meal” that we ate!!!!

Just a bit of fish and chips

On Tuesday the Singles over average included: Emma C 38, Emma M 35, Natham 31.  Doubles over average were: Emma M 29, Candice 21. And Trios were: Natham 29.

This night we ate at Pacino’s Family Restaurant.

Wednesday we visit ArtVo, a wonderful venue with amazing artwork:

Wednesday was also Peet Kerjan’s (Lauren’s Dad) birthday, so we had a surprise party for him at the accommodation. Balloons, table decorations, cake and champagne were flowing:

Thursday saw us bowling again, some great scores – well done bowlers.

Singles – Emma Matthews + 29 pins over average for the series.

Teams – Emma Matthews + 28, Natham + 15.

Doubles – Emma Crompton +41, Candice +30, Natham +21 and Lauren +20

Dinner was just a stone throw away at the local Tavern.

Friday saw us having a luncheon on Puffing Billy.  Great food, great drinks, great company:

Friday night we ate at Di Caprios, an Italian Restaurant.  NO MORE FOOD PLEASE, we are all so full!

Saturday, was Presentation Day.

We did so well – Natham 3rd in B Grade Singles, Emma Crompton and Candice 1st in C Grade Doubles and Emma Matthews and Candice 3rd in C Grade Doubles.

Saturday night, we dined at the local Pizza and Stone Grill Restaurant.

Well done bowlers and thanks to everyone