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COMPETITION NEWS (1) March 2021

CORONATION CUP – SINGLES HANDICAP

Under the BCGBA / HM Govt. guidelines issued on the 26th March, we are limited to the number of people allowed at the green at any one time. This means we are unable to run competitions in the usual way for the time being. However, we propose to run the Coronation Cup as we did last season, with members arranging their own games. The following details will apply :-

·  Entries to be submitted by Friday 9th April.

·  Entries to be sent to Mike Milne (07752352065 / michaelmilne66@outlook.com)

·  The draw will be made on Saturday 10th April and published as soon as possible after completion.

·  Each round of the competition to be completed by the date provided.

·  It will be the responsibility of the first named player to contact their opponent to arrange a mutually convenient time to play the match and to book a time slot using the online booking system.

·  Games to be played using own jack(s) and mat(s).

·  Games up to the semi-finals to be scored by the players themselves (no markers).

·  Players to agree to a procedure to determine the counting bowl where a measure would normally be used. For example, an independent judge could be asked to decide. If no neutral person is present and an agreement cannot be reached, the end should be replayed.

·  Results to be sent to Mike Milne (07752352065 / michaelmilne66@outlook.com) as soon as possible after the completion of the match.

·  Failure to fulfil a fixture before the deadline set could result in both players being scratched from the competition. The decision of the competition organisers will be final.

·  ALL SOCIAL DISTANCING AND HYGIENE ADVICE RELATING TO COVID-19 TO BE ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.

·  N.B. Only members who have paid their 2021 subscription will be permitted entry into this competition.

Subscriptions can be paid as follows :-

(a) Cheque made payable to Hesketh Arms Bowling Club can be sent to Mike Milne 20 Coudray Road, Southport, PR9 9NL.

(b) Bank Transfer:- Hesketh Arms Bowling Club Account number 01007849 Sort Code 30-97-88. Please text Mike Milne on 07752352065 to confirm payment or email secretary@hesketharmsbowlingclub.co.uk.

At the present time, we are asking for members to pay the basic subscription of £25. An additional £20 will required as and when league bowling commences.

FUTURE CLUB COMPETITIONS

We are planning to run a full programme of club competitions during the 2021 season and hope to be able to run them on a one-day basis from May, subject to the guidance in place at the time allowing us to do so. Full details and dates will be notified as soon as possible.

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Green REOPENING

We are now able to OPEN the green, albeit on a reduced use basis. Under the BCGBA and HM Government guidelines. Gate Entry Code *****. Please ensure gate is closed when you leave

The green will reopen on Good Friday the 2nd April at 12pm. The use of the green is for members only and must be booked on the club web site.

BOOKING SYSTEM will be available from Tuesday 30th March 2021 Green use will be restricted to 55 minutes per booking, thus allowing 5 minutes to clear the green for the next booking.

PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE TO YOUR FELLOW MEMBERS AND DO NOT OVERBOOK IN ORDER TO GIVE EVERYONE A CHANCE OF PLAYING

The booking is for 2 people only. Strictly no spectators. MAXIMUM NUNBER ON THE GREEN is 6

The booking is subject to the BCGBA and government Covid 19 guidelines.

Booking can be made by paid up members only.

Anyone booking who is not a paid up member will have their booking cancelled.

The green will be available from 12pm until 6.00pm on weekdays and 11am to 7pm on Weekends. 3 Jacks in total (6PEOPLE). The use of the clubhouse is not permitted. The toilet will be open and is now secured by a KEYCODE Lock, Entry Code *****

Under the guidelines we have to keep a record of who used the green and when.

The system will be modified as and when restrictions are eased within any guidelines received from BCGBA and the government.

***** Entry Codes have been emailed to members

If you are using a smart phone or tablet please view web site in Landscape mode for the best results.

The method of booking is as follows:-

Click on Booking Link (GREEN BOOKING) Right hand side of web page

Choose desired day and time, Click BOOK NOW

Click on Cart / Basket Icon (top right hand corner of screen)

Enter Full Name of Both Bowlers, Post Code, Mobile Phone & email address in details requested Click Buy All details must be filled in or the booking will not be accepted.

I WOULD REMIND YOU THAT YOU NEED TO FILL IN BOTH BOWLERS NAMES TO COMPLY WITH BCGBA GUILDLINES. If you are playing alone you must enter your name in both bowlers boxes.

You will receive an email confirming your booking.

The green will be policed on a regular basis to ensure all the guidelines are being adhered to.

For members who do not have internet access I can only suggest at this time that you play with a member who is able to access the internet booking system.

Should you wish to pay your 2021 social subscription of £25.00

Methods of Payment

(a)  Cheque payable to Hesketh Arms Bowling Club, Post to Mike Milne 20 Coudray Road, Southport, PR9 9NL

(b) Bank Transfer:- Hesketh Arms Bowling Club Account number 01007849 Sort Code 30-97-88 Please text Mike Milne on 07752352065 to confirm payment or email secretary@hesketharmsbowlingclub.co.uk to confirm payment

LEAGUE BOWLING

We have no firm dates when League bowling will commence, we do know that most leagues are currently formulating plans for League bowling. If you have previously played in a league team your team captain will be contacting you in due course. We need to be able to inform the leagues if we will be entering a team in the respective Leagues. If you wish to try league bowling please contact any committee member who will be able to assist you with joining a team.

ROUND ROBINS

In respect of our popular Round Robins on a Tuesday and Friday mornings we will be in touch when these are allowed to recommence 

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Green Clean up

Thanks to everyone who found time to help with the green clean up.

All done now thanks to those people.

Just waiting now on opening information from BCGBA and HM Government.

We’ll be bowling again soon !