GLENBROOK PANTHERS

BOWLING CLUB

John Harris takes

Senior Singles title for

2016

1 Hare St Glenbrook

Phone 02 47206800

Fax 47206899

Bowls office 02 4739 1275 (check times)

Congratulations to the winners of “Blaxland Day „n‟ Night Pharmacy” Men‟s

Fours, Desmond J Dempster (P.M.M), Paul Rice, George Kozlovsky (Wayne

Trenear – Sub) and Kevin Davis 20 over Bernie Keating, Bob Hector, John

Leadbitter and Bob Coleman 19. It was an entertaining final played in great

spirit, although the toll of a long day of 2 games of bowls started to take effect

towards the end.

On the same day the “Blaxland Day „n‟ Night Pharmacy” Veteran Singles Final

was played with John Harris 31 victorious over a fast finishing Graham Olson

23. A great game of high quality between two very fierce competitors.

Another season of Pennants has come and gone, and whilst at varying stages looked so promising we were

unable to come away with any silverware but definitely not due to lack of effort or commitment. Thank you so

much to Fred Debnam, our Umpires Phil, Laurie and Alan. Our wonderful group of team managers who all rode

the peaks and troughs of the season and maintained their friendly approach throughout. In summary, our initial

foray into State No 1 Pennants proved difficult but to the squad‟s credit they never gave up and deserve to be

congratulated on their effort. They even had their manager “Trace” lace on the boots to take on the big

boys!.Our Grade 3‟s promised so much and actually won more rinks over the season than the eventual winners.

Grade 5 finished 3rd

and suffered some very close losses but look good for next season. Grade 6 Sect 3 had a

tough season but gave Sectional winners Hazelbrook (who were way out in front on the table) a good battle in

the last game. Our Grade 6 Sect 4 had a great season but fell at the final hurdle in the last game handing over

victory to Windsor by only 2 shots, which relegated us to 2nd

place. Grade 7 Sect 3 was another who had a

tough season but finished on a high with a great win over Kingswood 62-56. Finally, our Grade 7 Sect 4

performed very well all year and in fact lost only 0.50 of a rink (19.5 rink wins) behind eventual winners

Wallacia (20 rinks) and had a big win in the last game over Blacktown Workers. Well done to all players and

reserves.

We had 4 players receive their 100 Pins being, Harry “The Greek Adonis” Alidenes, Kevin “Bloody” Davis,

Alex “AJ” Jeans, Andy “Rowdy” Schuster a great achievement by all 4 and they join a very exclusive “100

Club”. Recognition was also awarded to 3 of our ladies who received 100 Pins due to 11 plus seasons of being

team managers, Helen Burke, Pat Harvey and Anne Jeans, congratulation to three truly lovely ladies.

It‟s also appropriate to acknowledge our Selectors, Shannon Slapp, John Harris, Glenn Beaver, Chris Leighton

and John Murphy for their hard work and dedication. They say it is a “thankless job being a selector.” However,

I‟m not so sure about that as I have never seen so much free advice being offered to the Selectors during the

season by our bowlers.

“D J Dempster P.M.M” advises that construction of the new B-B-Q area is going well despite his apprentice‟s

lack of work ethic, wanting to work only a 2 day week being Monday and Friday and also already claiming 3

Mondays as Public Holidays (including 2nd

May which was a Public Holiday in NT). Good luck “Leady” trying

to claim the Queen‟s Birthday as a day off as we all know where D J Dempster will “advise you” on that.

Our Welfare Officers have been extremely busy over the past months. Thanks to Alan Pope, Ron Boath and Joe

Armour for their continued compassionate care andgreat dedication. Thanks lads.

We are seeking expressions of interest in the role of Publicity Officer to take some of the load from Frank

Higgins, so if you are interested please let me know.

Finally, if you have any issues or suggested improvements that you wish to raise please do not hesitate to let me

know.

Paul Hoolahan

President – Glenbrook Panthers Men’s Bowling Club

Members, With the Pennant Season completed, we now look forward to the

ongoing running of our Club Championships. I would like to thank:

Fred Debnam who supported as Controlling Body

throughout the ten weeks. Fred also organized our bread rolls for the hot

dogs.

Match Committee members and others who assisted Fred

and ran the much-needed 100 Board. This money raised greatly assisted the end of season

function.

Phil McColl, Laurie Willis and Allan McClintock for their continued support with pennant

umpiring duties.

Kitchen staff for the ordering and cooking of the hot dogs.

Our Selection Committee who have worked hard to fulfill our obligations to the Zone. This is

an extremely difficult task and I hope all will consider continuing in this role.

The Managers of all teams for their much appreciated support.

General Manager Kathy Borich and bar staff for catering for the needs of up to 150 people

each Saturday.

A review of the season will be conducted and will lead to further improvements next year.

June will see the conclusion of our Club Fours, Minor Singles, Veteran Singles and Minor Pairs and the

commencement of Veteran Pairs. As indicated in a Newsletter distributed 23rd

May, there have been changes

made to the process for Club Championship entries:

Events will be notified via the notice board, Unbiased or Newsletters.

Entry forms and envelopes will be attached to the notice board.

Complete your entry form and place in an envelope together with your ENTRY FEE.

PUT YOUR ENTRY INTO THE MATCH COMMITTEE LOCKER AS INDICATED IN

THE CHANGE ROOM.

This will lessen the work load for bar staff and will provide a locked, secure deposit box for

entries and money.

Over the Long weekend in June (11th

to 13th

June) bowls at Glenbrook will be:

Saturday 11th

June – normal Social Bowls (1.00pm start)

Monday 13th

June – Open Pairs Tournament. (See notice board for details)

This weekend also sees an exodus of Glenbrook bowlers attending the Wallis Lakes Mixed Bowls Tournament

held over three days. This is an excellent event with strong competition, friendly socializing and a filling “end

of competition” function. With Tuncurry, Sporties, Forster and Blackhead Bowling Clubs providing the venues,

this is a must for all players wanting to develop their mixed tournament skills.

Participate more, meet other members and enjoy your bowls!

John Leadbitter Bowls Coordinator

Thank you to all lady members who have helped filling positions while many of us

have been to Port Macquarie playing in the state carnival. The weather was absolutely

beautiful, the greens very fast and the company fantastic. Some met up with friends,

yearly acquaintances. Many of us had wins, some draws and a few losses!. However,

everyone enjoyed themselves.

Remember to pay your yearly fees and locker fees. The fees are due before WEDNESDAY JUNE 22! .Lyn

has given times for payments which should fit in with everyone.

Thank you to all the support for the trading and raffle table. Hrad work goes not unnoticed

Hazel Caldwell will celebrate her 80th this month “congratulations Hazel” photo next month

I‟d like also to take this opportunity to thank the loyal mixed bowlers for the support given every 3rd Sunday of

the month. It is very much appreciated.

If you need a Jacket please see Pat Harvey asap

UP COMING DATES

Thursday June 2 - Trophy day

Delegates meeting Monday June 6 at Penrith. Have your resume in if wanting to apply for

any position on District

Committee meeting Monday June 6. 1.00pm sharp

District pairs are open and seniors start TUESDAY JUNE 7. Please check Club you will be required to

travel and the starting time! We will host the senior final and probably the open. Good bowling to all.

Monday June 20 Barnardos fashion parade at Blaxland.

President and Officers Day will be held Thursday June 23. Please make sure your name is down well before.

AGM Monday 18 July 9am will advise on door opening

To the unwell, hope to see you up and about soon.

Good bowling and may the wick be with you!

Jackie Lewis (President)

WW1 - 100 YEARS AGO

Battle of Jutland May 31, 1916 - The main German and British naval fleets clash in the Battle of Jutland in

the North Sea, as both sides try, but fail, to score a decisive victory. Forward battle cruisers

from the British Grand Fleet are initially lured southward toward the German High Seas

Fleet, but then turn completely around, luring the entire German fleet northward. As they get near, the British

blast away at the German forward ships. The Germans return fire and the fleets fire furiously at each other.

However, the Germans, aware they are outgunned by the larger British fleet, disengage by abruptly turning

away. In the dead of the night the Germans withdraw entirely. The British do not risk a pursuit and instead head

home. Both sides claim victory although the British lost more ships and twice as many sailors. The Germans

sink 14 of the 151 British ships while losing 11 of 99 ships, the British Navy retains its dominance of the North

Sea and the naval blockade of Germany will remain intact for the war's duration.

WW2 74 YEARS AGO

Sydney Harbour In May and June 1942 the war was brought home to Australians on the east coast when the Japanese attacked

Sydney Harbour from the sea. In the late afternoon of 31 May 1942 three Japanese submarines, I-22, I-24 and I-

27, sitting about seven nautical miles (13 kilometres) out from Sydney Harbour, each launched a Type A midget

submarine for an attack on shipping in Sydney Harbour. The night before, I-24 had launched a small floatplane

that flew over the harbour, its crew spotting a prize target – an American heavy cruiser, the USS Chicago. The

Japanese hoped to sink this warship and perhaps others anchored in the harbour. After launching the three two-

man midget submarines, the three mother submarines moved to a new position off Port Hacking to await the

return of the six submariners sent into the harbour. They would wait there until 3 June.

All three midget submarines made it into the harbour. Electronic detection equipment picked up the signature of

the first (from I-24) late that evening but it was thought to be either a ferry or another vessel on the surface

passing by. Later, a Maritime Services Board watchman spotted an object caught in an anti-submarine net. After

investigation, naval patrol boats reported it was a submarine and the general alarm was raised just before 10.30

pm. Soon afterwards, the midget submarine‟s crew, Lieutenant Kenshi Chuma and Petty Officer Takeshi

Ohmori, realising they were trapped, blew up their craft and themselves.

Before midnight, alert sailors on the deck of USS Chicago spotted another midget submarine. They turned a

searchlight on it and opened fire but it escaped. Later, gunners on the corvette HMAS Geelong also fired on a

suspicious object believed to be the submarine.

The response to the attack was marred by confusion. Vision was limited and ferries continued to run as the

midget submarines were hunted. At about 12.30 am there was an explosion on the naval depot ship HMAS

Kuttabul, a converted harbour ferry, which was moored at Garden Island as an accommodation vessel. The crew

of the midget submarine from I-24 had fired at the USS Chicago but missed, the torpedo striking the Kuttabul

instead. Nineteen Australian and two British sailors on the Kuttabul died, the only Allied deaths resulting from

the attack, and survivors were pulled from the sinking vessel.

Early 1942. Japanese Expansion Strategy In the first half of 1942, Port Moresby provided the only substantial Allied airbase anywhere on the huge island

of New Guinea. The Japanese, following their dramatic early successes in the Philippines and Southeast Asia,

made the capture of Port Moresby one of their key objectives for strengthening their Pacific defensive

perimeter. The same Japanese plans also anticipated the acquisition of several other bases, such as Guadalcanal

and Midway (both fated to become the sites of pivotal battles).

Port Moresby became the scene of RAAF 75 Squadron‟s epic 44-day air-defence campaign in March-April

1942. Their Kittyhawks inflicted significant losses on the Japanese fighter and bomber arms, whilst providing

vital cover for the Allied military build-up in Papua. It is a measure of the intensity of that campaign that

almost every 75 Squadron Kittyhawk was either lost or written-off within those few weeks. 75 Squadron was

withdrawn to Australia to re-equip, handing over the aerial defence of Port Moresby to USAAF units. Their

next role would be in the defence of Milne Bay.

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.Tony Lowe AM President – Blaxland-Glenbrook RSL Sub-Branch

Another nonagenarian!

On 3 May, Arthur Auckett celebrated reaching the milestone of

90 years of age.

Arthur has been a familiar figure on the bowling greens at

Glenbrook for just over 12 years and is a friend to many people

(particularly the Tuesday and Friday social players as well as

the Mixed Bowls group).

Regrettably, as a result of continuing health problems, Arthur

recently decided to call it a day and forgo renewing his bowling

membership.

We are sorry to lose him. However, as he lives just up the hill

from the Club, we hope to see him from time to time.

FROM THE NOTICE BOARD

Don’t forget that the Men’s fees renewal begins on

Wednesday 15 June (see the notice board for details re costs,

times, etc.).

Work on the BBQ is going quite well under the guidance of Des Dempster (the

Project Manager). One gets the feeling that the first steaks will soon be

ordered with the sound and smell of steaks on the hot plate seriously affecting

our game!

THOUGHT OF THE MONTH

“Today’s mighty oak is just yesterday’s nut that held its

ground!”

Our proposed visit to Campbelltown on 15 May was called off due to a lack of numbers. This was most

disappointing to those who had planned to attend.

However, although once again attending in smaller numbers, a thoroughly enjoyable game was played on the

day at the Club.

Next month our mixed bowls game will be staged on Sunday 19 June. Make sure that your name is entered and

enjoy a great morning of bowls with good company and a great lunch.

We plan to end the year two visits by other clubs. The first is set for Sunday 18 September with a visit from

Ingleburn Bowling Club. The second visit to us will be from Beresfield Bowling Club on Sunday 16 October.

Please assist us in making both these day memorable by being part of a wonderful roll up of members!

Remember it is the 3rd

Sunday of each month. Put it in your bowling calendar/diary now and keep the Mixed

Bowls Group in existence!

.Rex Brearley

Secretary

Welfare Report

I am glad to report that previously mentioned members are progressing well.

I understand Steve Stubbs is about start physio and going well.

Paul Woods visited us on Saturday and states he is progressing OK; albeit has heaps of tablets as part of his

daily routine. I doubt he is alone in this process.

Barry Scott is due to start radiation therapy shortly.

John Parker is currently receiving eye treatment. Should be back to bowls very soon.

Ron Boath has not been feeling well lately and is undergoing treatment to isolate the cause

Please contact the welfare committee if you are aware any of our members who need

support.

Joe Armour Alan Pope Ron Boath

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KEEPING UP WITH THOMAS.

Glenbrook Panthers junior Thomas Holburn recently turned 13 (25 May). In

that short time, Thomas has racked up some amazing achievements in his

bowling career.

His 13th

year is also proving to be a standout one.

In the newly formed Zone 5 Junior Championships, played at Lawson Bowling

Club during the April school holidays, Thomas proved the dominant player.

He was beaten in the final of the singles by Samuel Dukes of Camden BC. Samuel was a Zone 5 representative

player in 2015.

In the pairs championships, Thomas combined with Penrith BC junior John Dunne to take the title with the

game finishing under lights. They now proceed to the State Junior Pairs Championships at Warilla BC in July.

This title makes Thomas the first Glenbrook player to win a title in the new Zone 5.

The Fours team, which included Thomas, was defeated in the final. Thomas was the only player to reach all

three finals!

At the conclusion of the final of the fours, the Zone‟s Junior 7 a side team was announced, with Thomas to skip

the pairs team with John Dunne. This will be held in Dubbo in August.

Also during May, the inaugural Zone Triples was held with Thomas‟ team being beaten in the final.

To cap it all off and as a result of his performances at the Zone Championships, Thomas was added to the State

Junior squad to replace players who have turned 18 and no longer eligible to play in the junior events.

JUSTICES OF THE PEACE

If you are looking for the services of a JP, any one of the following is available to assist you.

Please call for assistance.

John Allcock Mt Riverview 4739 8184

Tess Allcock Mt Riverview 4739 8184

Bob Ashton Blaxland 4739 3040

Pam Chamberlin Luddenham 4773 4123

Fred Debnam Winmalee 4754 2269

Frank Higgins Blaxland 4739 1239

Gary Murphy Lapstone 47398024

Steve Robinson Orchard Hills 47366605 0400 011 055

Barry Scott Leonay 4735 2541

Sunday 29 May was a busy day at the Club with a

couple of Championships decided by the close of

play.

John Harris held on to take the title of Veteran’s

Singles Champion for 2016 31 shots to 23 from

Graham Olson.

Great bowling from both players kept the spectators

quite entertained.

In the meantime, on Rink 5 and skippered by

Kevin Davis, the Fours Title for the year belongs

to Des Dempster, Paul Rice, Wayne Trenear and

Kevin.

In a highly entertaining game, played in great

spirit, they edged out Bernie Keating, Bob Hector,

John Leadbitter and Bob Coleman 20 shots to 19.

THINKING TACTICALLY BEYOND THE SQUARE.

Presented by Macka Jensen The Pending Danger; When the opposition plays to perfection, defenders should lift their play to another level. However, instead, some just scan the disposition of the head for basic defence, attack and recovery shots and there is no likely lift in their game! We should be thinking about where, how and when we can lift our game to see at the head, not only the next shot, but beyond for the next positive tactical development. All of us though, have a fair idea of where to look. However, it is the tactical direction in which we not looking that we ought to pay attention to. We also

ought to ask ourselves why we are not looking there and why it is that we feel unwilling to risk thinking about , and that is not cluttering our mind with the basic, but thinking tactically beyond a one-eyed view that is inside the square as follows; Inside the Square: A one-eyed view is thinking and playing inside the square. This is limited to basically controlling the head patterns formed with defensive, attacking and recovery shots. This, overall, depends on the team’s performance requiring perfect coordination and placement of the prescribed shots plus the delivery length and positions of the mat and jack. We express to you, superior play outside the square by the opposition cane make playing inside the square, tactically null and void! Control: Even for an experienced bowler, being able to control the opposition’s superior play can be a daunting experience in any grade. For players who are less experienced, losing control can be absolutely nerve wracking. Some crumble under pressure, making bad decision and performance mistakes they would never dream of making during a pennant game or club competition. Others rise to the occasion with some known as “big game players” positively thrive on the tension and excitement in their efforts of defence, attack and recovery where adrenaline alone gives them results. Many teams and competitive players lose because they have little or no toughness or tactical alternative. Outside the Square: Sometimes we think we know what we need to do with just one shot and with the relief of that realization, we set about taking steps to prevent a losing tactical situation. All is well until we realize that our new plan is not working as well as we had hoped. Then we begin to see that we have simply swapped one source of frustration for another. Tactically, you may have been lured into this situation by the opposition. This predicament often occurs and is easy at such times during the game to get into, particularly when using the basic types of play inside the square. The Predicament: Don’t imagine that tactics used contain only disappointment and stress, just keep your mind clear and alert! In all predicaments there are warning signs we must learn to read, such as skippers becoming predictable in their tactical deployment, team’s plummeting performance in critical games. Such incidences, if allowed to continue, are so serious it could affect the team’s ability to compete. Another are is; we ignore these warning signs at our peril in our coach educational training which also singles out growing disparities in performance between teams within a side, causing a serious decline in the attractiveness of teaching winning performance. The answer is to target resources on effective strategies and a call for a side action improvement plan. The challenges we face may require changes in the playing policy such as improving performances of certain individuals within teams. We cannot keep doing what we have been doing and expect our performances to improve.

Weaknesses: How we might manipulate our defence, attack and recovers shots in order to block out counter moves by the opposition that creates space or the opportunity for their next tactical move? Well, we look for the opposition’s weaknesses of shot play by their lead, second, third or skip in that game, on that day, on that rink, at that time and in that end. This is because strengths and weaknesses fluctuate in every playing position within each end. You as a skipper must be very alert after each opposition bowl is played and to prey like a vulture on their weaknesses as soon as they occur. Be Aware: Be aware of where your head’s situation is (defence, attack or recovery mode)! You’ve got to do more than train and work out tactics. The head on your shoulders must be in the game! You must also be aware of your own and the team’s weaknesses as follows; If you are being continually out-played by the opposition at the head, then you are being well read from

the predictability in your decision making and your team‟s poor supporting shots.

When all are playing well and the game is close at each end, be aware of the opposition that let you

build the basic head with the ploy that allows them to play their winning shot on each end (generally the

trail shot). Again, this type of entrapment comes from the opposition‟s ability to read your predictable

tactical development and counter moves and is implemented in about the time of the end‟s play.

Do not predict in your head your next shot before the opposition‟s bowl comes to rest because that is

exactly what they want you to do! Your over eagerness will miss important tactical points and lead you

into their tactical ploy of an entrapment situation.

Rather than trying to score every time with each shot, it is sometimes wiser to employ the tactical

measure that prevents the opposition‟s ploy that will lead you into entrapment positions.

In order to maintain control of the head, ensure that you have several counter moves to combat the

opposition‟s ploy to obtain control of the head. These counter moves will only come to light within the

opposition‟s errors and mistakes.

Remember every bowl played, be it your own or the oppositions. You must strongly consider that it has

changed the tactical disposition of the head. You must ensure that you check and recheck the head

disposition and, if necessary, revise your earlier game plan discussions and the types of shots.

If the opposition knows the limits of your tactical counter move and the weaknesses of an individual or

your team‟s entire poor playing skills, they will deliberately prey on them like a praying mantis and steer

you into either a defensive, attacking or recovery mode that monopolises your poor decision making and

the ineffectiveness of your team‟s poor counter moves and supporting shots.

Never grumble or complain about your poor play, the condition of the green‟s surface or weather

conditions bit immediately instigates that inside feeling that you can‟t handle it! Sure enough, that‟s

what happens!

When building the head in the early stages, if possible, the lead and second should keep the head

narrow. A narrow head makes it awkward for the opposition to draw to, limits the number of in-off shots

and presents a narrow target for attacking shots, etc.

When the opposition presents a narrow head to you, your counter move is just slightly widen the head

enough with one bowl that allows you to draw onto or play the required in-off on-shot.

When the placement of a defensive shot is difficult to play, think about the sub paragraphs above and

consider playing the opposition‟s next shot or reduce the score or too your advantage. Be that the draw

shot, running shot or drive.

Always draw to save when there are many shots against you.

If things look difficult at the head, play the shot that opens the head or kills the end.

Where your lead is repeatedly being out played, you might think about this reverse procedure and direct

the lead to place in two oblique back wood shots at the rear of the jack, one either side about a metre

from the jack. Allow the opposition to play for shot and instruct the second to recover it with an on-shot.

Risky! Yes! However, if you have the skills, so what!

Should the opposition have a head build up of shots, think about trailing the jack right or left out of its

scoring position. Trailing the jack to the edge of the boundary can also be effective because it may force

the opposition to play out onto the other rink.

It is sometimes wise to play into the head danger than away from it.

Do not overbuild the head because it becomes a target for the opposition.

Be very disciplined about this DANGER when holding shot. Never play narrow bowls because narrow

bowls crossing the head may trail the jack to the opposition, or they may pass in front or behind the head

and too far across to one side, or become a lost or useless bowl. Many bowlers are guilty of this

predicament.

Never start off with a wide head. Wide head bowls can be wasted bowls. Also avoid being short of the

head or too far behind because these may also become wasted or useless bowls.

When your team is performing well with the required shots and the opposition still outplays you, it is

time you changed your decision making to something that prevents the opposition from making those

winning shots, because it is imperative that your actions make things difficult for them. If successful, it

is called” inspiration”.

Intuition and Wisdom: Should you decide to play any of the shots as described above, your intuition and

wisdom should have considered the following points;

What will be the opposition’s response (defence, attack, recovery)?

Do we play the opposition’s shot to stem their tactical ploy?

Do we play into the danger to lessen the score?

What else can we do to go forward?

What is a better option to take (when , how and why)?

What counter moves will oprevent the opposition getting to the jack?

In lockdown situations, are you being acco9untable for your decision making and performance?

Am I as skipper selfishly controlling the paly for myself to play the scoring shot?

Summary: Tactically thinking outside the square is about stepping outside the comfort zone, playing and

training with a spirit of endeavour, and accepting the inevitability of trials and tribulations as described above.

Progress is built, in effect, upon the foundations of improving your unnecessary failures. We are all human and

we are all addressing the same sort of performance problems. Lawn bowls is a very trustworthy and positive

environment and everyone is there to get help to revive or learn. There are also some positive outcomes because

it brings everyone closer together within teams and sides. One thing about this subject is bowlers are talking

more about their performance and tactical issues now.

If you are using the services of those listed below, don’t forget to mention that you are a member of

Glenbrook Panthers Bowling Club and that you saw this advertisement!

CONTRIBUTIONS

Deadline for July, Friday 1 July, 2016

Place in envelope and leave in bowls office or pin on notice board

or

Email me at fthiggins@bigpond.com

or

Call me on 4739 1239

Frank Higgins (Editor)