Women’s Veteran Singles

The final of the Women’s Veteran Singles Championship was played on Wednesday 21st October between Lorraine Hyde and Jan Paniperis.

Lorraine was aiming for back to back titles, while for Jan it was her first final in this event.

On a perfect day for bowls, the game was long and low scoring; a close tussle with neither player able to get a break of more than three on the scoreboard. Lorraine then picked up a 3 on one end which brought her to a 20-14 lead. Jan never gave up, picking up a 1 and a 2 on the next two ends to bring it back to 20-17.

Lorraine managed to get her last shot needed on the following end, bringing to a close what had been an enthralling game for the supporters on the bank.