Men's Major Fours Final

Frank Smith putting one down

Geoff Ball starting his "smooth" delivery

Jim Cranna, Keith Hall & Bob Counsell (L to R)

John Rossiter on the mat & Chris Stone

The first Port City Men's final for 2008 was played this morning with the team of John Rossiter, Kevin Bramble, Keith Hall & Frank Smith (skip) taking out the major fours title 21 - 12 with Chris Stone, Bob Counsell, Jim Cranna & Geoff Ball (skip) the runners up.

Played under ideal conditions with a light breeze and the green running at approximately 16 1/2 seconds Frank and his team took an early lead of 10 - 5 after 10 ends. They held the lead throughout the game with Geoff and his team threatening at times but couldn't hold onto shots - they would build a head with 3 or 4 shots only to have Frank save the end with his last bowl.

The spectators enjoyed the contest with some great bowls played by all during the game.

For additional photos click on "Bowls Photo Albums" link on the upper right of this posting. To view photos in the album I would suggest you first open the album by clicking on the "cover" photo and then click on the "slideshow" tab to view the individual photos.