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British Media join funding battle for Spanish Bowls

A storm erupted around Spain Bowling last week with the publication of an article in the Times Newspaper about the lack of funding for the National Bowls Team. When the newspaper contacted the Federacion de Bolos in Madrid to enquire about financial support for their representative team, which is made up entirely of British expatriates who are resident in Spain, a spokesman for the Spanish sports ministry said: “Lawn bowls does not receive any public money because there are not many players in Spain and those that do play are not Spanish citizens.”

But what he failed to say is that each of those players, and over 3000 more who are playing at bowls clubs across the country, contribute to the Federacion every year with an annual subscription. The article, written by Madrid correspondent Graham Keeley, appeared in the Times on Tuesday. It was quickly picked up by the BBC, the result of which was the appearance of Bob Donnelly, the National Director and Lawn Bowls delegado to the Federacion de Bolos, on Radio 5 ‘Live Daily’ with Adrian Chiles. On Wednesday afternoon Bob also appeared live on the ‘Hawksbee and Jacobs’ sports programme on talkSPORT Continued on Page 2

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Bob, who has lived on the Costa Blanca for 28 years told both programmes that when the Spanish National Sports Council cut off the team’s funding three years ago it was said that they would not get a euro more “because they were not Spanish”. He said: “We are not Spanish nationals but we proudly represent the country. We would like to be able to go to the world championships in New Zealand in November but we cannot afford it. As EU citizens I don’t see why we don’t qualify for funding.” He cited recent examples of costs that National Team players have to meet in order to represent Spain at International Tournaments overseas. At the European championships in Israel in which they finished ninth, the Spain competitors were each required to find €1,200 for the week, a sum that would have been much higher if the hosts, Israel, had not paid their hotel bills. They even had to stump up the cost of their own track suit and team strip.

Bowls will be further discussed, “so the media interest that the sport has enjoyed in recent days can only help our cause.” “What the Federacion is also failing to acknowledge with their lack of financial support is the success that the team and it’s squad members regularly bring to the country, examples of which in recent years include a gold medal and a third place finish in the Europeans just a couple of years ago. This year the Spanish Lawn Bowls Internationals are committed to attending the Holland Open, the Chinese Tiger Open and, most importantly, 10 players are to go to New Zealand to the World Championships for which Spain qualified in the 8 individual disciplines last year. “As one of the respected countries in World Bowls it is essential that we attend all of these events if we are to maintain our Rankings and status,” he said.

But Bob confirmed that the battle for funding will go on and as a member of the National Federacion de Bolos it is a subject that he raised at the two Board Meetings that took place just a couple of days ago in Madrid.

The lack of funding inevitably means that Spain cannot always send it’s strongest teams as many players simply can't afford the cost. It also means that some very good players are being deprived of the opportunity to represent Spain which, with affordability as one of the criteria for selection, goes against the whole principle of Sport.

Bob told The Leader that he will also be attending a two day conference in Glasgow at the end of April where the development of European

Bob has accepted that it is probably too late to get extra funding in the short term, but he is hopeful that one or more local companies might come

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along and help the National cause with support and sponsorship. “We are not looking for thousands” he said “but assistance with the National Championships which gets underway locally in May, or help with general expenses for the National Squad as the team fights to get its funding reinstated by the Spanish sporting authorities, would be more than satisfactory at this time.” Of course you don’t have to be a historian to recall the enmity between England and Spain when it comes to Lawn Bowls, as Sir Francis Drake insisted on finishing his game of bowls at Plymouth Hoe before climbing aboard HMS Revenge and chasing away the Spanish Armada. It would seem that some 400 years later the sport is once again the subject of a conflict between Spain and England although as the Times Newspaper reported last Tuesday “it is not anticipated that the result on this occasion will be a full-scale naval battle.” Any enquiries regarding sponsorship of the sport here in Spain can be made through the Leader which will pass them on to Bob Donnelly. The BBC interview with Bob Donnelly can be found at this link. www.bbc.com/news/uk-35698998 Photo: Spain players lining up prior to their match with England in the European Championship. Courtesy of Veronica Sale

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Demolition ordered of illegal Pilar home Despite the Ayuntamiento refusing to act the Supreme Court has ordered the demolition of an illegal home in la Cañada de Práez, fifteen years after local neighbours made their first complaint. In a judgement made in Valencia last Thursday the Court (TSJCV) said that the complaints are fully justified and that the 130 sq mtr property in the Pilar de la Horadada hamlet was unlicensed and should not have been built on rural land.

It would seem that the demolition order, which the Pilar council was instructed to carry out, was issued four years after the bungalow was first built in 2001, after a local resident complained to the authorities about its structure. The complainant took the matter to the Pilar de la Horadada Planning Committee but a lack of action saw the record expire after six months. He then alerted SEPRONA, the branch of the Guardia Civil who are responsible for the protection of the local environment. Following a visit by Guardia officers the file was passed to the Pilar who then made a record of the violation prior to issuing a demolition order in September 2005. Since that time the matter has been fought through local, regional and now provincial courts with the final outcome being decided on Thursday.

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Rio Segura receives European Environmental Award

The environmental recovery of the Río Segura river has been recognised in Europe, having received an environmental award the European Riverprize 2016 in a ceremony in Vienna. The international judging panel have recognised the restoration project which has been based on the “integrated management of all resources and water demands of the Segura basin”, beating another Spanish finalist, the Aragón en Navarra river, and the River Trent in England. The Confederación Hidrográfica del Segura, an operative agency which works on behalf of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and the Environment, received the award, although it is a combined multidisciplinary effort by several administrations, from the regional government of Murcia and the national Governments, and the various municipalities in which the river flows. The river starts its journey in the Jaén town of Santiago Pontones, passing through Calasparra, Cieza, Murcia, Beniaján, Orihuela and Rojales, ending in the Mediterranean Sea near Guardamar del Segura which bears its name. The restoration and recovery project is a compre-

hensive program which deals with the treatment and reuse of water, which allows the river water to be reused for agricultural, thus saving a precious resource which can often be scarce in this particular area of the country. For a period spanning over a decade, the project has managed to convert a flow of water that was both hazardous and odorous at the end of the last century, into a clean flowing river which has not only improved the water itself, but also the ecosystems which live off the system, and the subsequent flora and fauna which has been nurtured through the restoration of the meandering pathway. One noticeable improvement has been the return of otters and eels to the river, both at severe risk of being eradicated on account of the pollution in the river. The project will now be used as a benchmark for other European areas keen to improve their water quality, which will then hopefully lead to environmental improvements that benefit not only the agricultural sector, but the local population and the environment which is in severe risk through neglect, but in which we all must live.

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WORLD CHAMPION QUARTETS TO APPEAR ON COSTA BLANCA

“LoveNotes” from the USA and “Musical Island Boys” from New Zealand, both world champion quartets, are being flown in for A CAPPELLA MAGIC, a concert being held

at on March 31st at Casa de Cultura, Calpe. A CAPPELLA MAGIC is being organised by the Spanish Association of Barbershop Singers who are visiting Calpe for their

Annual Convention March 31st to April 3rd. Almost six hundred singers and fans of Barbershop will be in Calpe including visitors from Russia, Sweden, Holland, Ireland, the UK – and of course, the best in the world from the USA and New Zealand. Current President of SABS, Lyn Baines, commented “Barbershop in 2016 is very different to what it was when it started to grow away from its African-American roots between the 1st and 2nd World War, when only men took part. Today, the barbershop style of singing is enjoyed by male and female quartets and choruses throughout the world.” Lyn added “In the 1950/60’s singers like Andy Williams, Dick Van Dyke and even the Osmonds made the style popular. Today’s champions sing traditional and very modern songs.” Marcia’s Dance Centre and Stage School will also be performing at the event. Everyone who enjoys a musical evening with some comedy thrown in, are welcome at Casa de Cultura, Calpe on March 31st. For tickets call 693 017 617 or you can email: tickets@sabs.es.

PC Nurses benefit from Liberty Seguros donation Dennis Smoolenaars and Carlos Sanchez from Liberty Seguros handed over a hospital bed and two intensive care pressure reliving mattresses to Tracy a Paul Cunningham Nurses Charity representative. The donation was made in December, but the presentation was delayed as the bed and mattress were put into immediate use by a terminally ill patient. We are very grateful to Liberty Seguros for this timely and generous donation.

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Local donations from Panto Group Rojales Pantomime group's President Mike Smith presented a cheque to SAT Animal Rescue Centre, Proceeds from their last Pantomime HUMPTY Dumpty. The rest of the proceeds will go to Rojales underprivileged, Los Montesinos underprivileged, with a gift to the Music School in Los Montesinos to be put towards the cost of new instruments.

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‘Twitters from the Atlantic’ By Barrie Mahoney By Barrie Mahoney

Barrie Mahoney was a head teacher and school inspector in the UK, as well as a reporter in Spain, before moving to the Canary Islands to launch and edit a new English language newspaper. He enjoys life in the sun as a columnist and author, and continues to write a series of popular novels, books for expats, as well as designing mobile apps and websites to promote the Canary Islands.

The European Expat Cards on the table, I am pro European, and have always been committed to the European project, and would vote to remain in the EU with or without a deal. Frankly, I have found the UK Prime Minister’s recent tour of Europe to squeeze a better deal for the UK to be embarrassing, petulant, tinkering, and one that is hard to explain intelligently to European friends and neighbours. The European club is far from perfect, but reform by working together within the club of nations is far more effective than stomping off the pitch and shouting insults at the remaining players. The EU debate is now one of those areas of life where the passions and debate from both sides of the argument are coming to the fore, and sadly, already creating some unpleasantness. I will not rehearse the already familiar arguments from both sides relating to security, immigration and the economy, since there are many more people who have much greater knowledge and experience of such matters, but will restrict my comments to several issues that would be likely to have an impact upon expats living in Spain. Currently, expats enjoy the freedom of being able to live and work in any country of their choosing within the EU. Today, I live in the Canary Islands, but tomorrow I could pack my bags and choose to live and work in the Netherlands, Italy, or any of the 28 member states of the EU. Spanish and European law gives foreign residents permanent right to reside once they have been legally resident for five years. Currently, all European expats have this right regardless of the whim of any individual government who, for political reasons, may decide to change the rules. I contrast this to the time before the EU treaty, when work permits had to be applied for and regularly renewed; residency, together with the right to purchase a home in some pre EU countries was severely restricted or near impossible to achieve.

Speaking to older expats who lived through this process, reminds me of visa restrictions that are currently in place for expats living in Thailand and other popular expat destinations; it can be done, but it is not easy. For me, this right of residency has been one of the greatest advantages of being a member of the European Union. Others will say that expats from Switzerland and Norway, who are not within the EU, live quite happily as expats in Spain. This is partly true, but their right to remain in the country is one of individual agreement between governments, subject to political whim and political pressure, and not one of right, which UK expats currently enjoy within the EU. The reciprocity of health benefits is an area that concerns many expats living in Spain. The current arrangement for health cover being funded by the UK government would cease once the UK left the European Union. Expats would then be responsible for negotiating their own health insurance, or hope that some form of replacement agreement between the Spanish and UK governments would eventually be put into place. Currently, there is a safety net arrangement in place in Spain for those who became legal residents before April 2012, but again, this depends upon the attitude, generosity and financial pressures faced by a future Spanish government; it is not guaranteed. One has only to add the thorny issue of Gibraltar into the equation and the friendly relations that are currently enjoyed by both countries could quickly be soured. I suspect that healthcare would be a major issue of continuing concern for most expats living in Spain. Many expats rely upon a salary or pension from the UK. As we are already seeing, the value of the pound is falling rapidly and experts warn that this period of instability will continue until the referendum. This uncertainty and instability is already an example of what could happen if the UK left the EU, although eventually the pound could become stronger than the euro once again, but it may remain volatile. Credit rating agencies are already nervous about the UK leaving the EU and forecast a reduction in the UK’s credit standing. The credit rating agencies are already warning of both short-term disruptions, as well as long-term implications for the UK’s global financial standing. The UK Government will pay pensions wherever pensioners request, but there are no pension increases for pensioners living outside the EU. UK pensioners would find themselves in a similar position to expats living in Canada or Australia, whereby pensions are frozen at the same

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rate as when they left the UK. Experts suggest that pensions would be frozen at the rate applicable at the date of the referendum should there be a vote to leave. Whatever the decision, what is in no doubt is the bumpy ride that we will all have to endure until June 23rd. As with all organisations, the European Union needs to recognise its imperfections and adapt to current conditions and the demands of citizens. Hopefully, this can be achieved though listening, discussion and mature negotiation. From the expat point of view, given the many financial, political and humanitarian issues that the World is currently facing, now is not the time to take a leap off the cliff. If you enjoyed this article, take a look at Barrie’s websites: www.barriemahoney.com and www.thecanaryislander.com or read his book, ‘Island in the Sun’ (ISBN: 9780992767181). Available in paperback, as well as Kindle. © Barrie Mahoney

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order to asphalt a private road with public money. The councillor for Pedanías should know that it is not municipal property, and if he was uncertain he should have asked Land Registry to clarify.” "Somebody now has to step up and explain why the government team is carrying out this work.”

The Fleurtje drops in to Torrevieja

Government resurface private road with public money This stunning photograph was taken by Leader reader Roger Parris of the schooner “The Fleurtje” that anchored in Torrevieja harbour on Thursday morning, having arrived from Valencia.

Built in Amsterdam in 1960 the schooner is currently registered in Greece. It is understood to be heading for Malta around which it will spend the next few months on charter..

Orihuela Socialist Councillors Victor Ruiz and Jose Hernandez publicly denounced the Orihuela government at the weekend for signing of a minor contract for the resurfacing of a road in private ownership. The works have been agreed at a cost of

21,000 euros from the municipal budget. Ruiz appeared with the data provided by Land Registry that clearly shows the road in the Desamparados district of the city is not municipal. Ruiz said that "it is totally out of

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The wonder of unicorns One of the greatest gifts you have in this life is to connect with your magnificent Unicorn

ABOUT UNICORNS Unicorns are fully of the angelic realms and live in the seventh dimension, the seventh heaven, and they are aspect of the divine, the same way that angels are. They are white horses which have ascended into the higher dimensions and just like humans, horse reincarnate until they become perfected beings. In their case, they return to Earth again and again to learn their lessons, until they become white horses and can ascend in a blaze of light..then they will work with us in their spiritual bodies as unicorns. While angels work through the heart, unicorns work with the soul Angels help and guide their human charges in all sorts of ways. They smooth our paths and respond to requests as long as they are for the highest good. They guard and protect those in their care and whisper higher choices to them. Their wings unfold, comfort and surround their charges. The great ascended horses on the other hand look for those who radiate a light and have a vision beyond theirselves. They seek people who aspire to help others and to change the world for the better, even of it is just their small corner of it. The light of the unicorn is so powerful that it enters people gradually, in waves, only as ever as much as an individual can cope with at any time. They help you to hold your vision and give your courage and faith to continue in the face of challenges and opposition. They strengthen and steady you so that you have the dignity and charisma to fight for what you believe is right. Unicorns grant wishes. Angels do this too for they grant wishes of the heart, those things that make you feel happier and lighter. Uncorns grant soul wishes, those things that satisfy you deeply and help you fulfil your pre-life contract Unicorns encourage you to hold on to your aspirations and visions,

to stand up for those ambitions that are for the highest good of all. They have the long term growth of your soul, your community and the world in mind. Clairvoyants see unicorns as shining white horses with a spiralling horn of light from their brow chakra, the chakra of enlightenment. Their horn can be likened to a magic wand, pouring out divine energy. Wherever they direct this light, healing takes place. This is not just physical and emotional healing but also soul healing. They dissolve and heal the deepest, most profound wounds of the soul which have plagued you for many lifetimes. If you are ready, the unicorns can help you clear all that karma, whether these are personal, family or country lessons. You can call on them for help. Unicorns reconnect people to their spirit. When you think about a unicorn it wakens an energy within you that aligns to the higher realms. And if you meet a unicorn in dreams or meditations, your soul in connecting to the unicorn energy and great changes take place. Behind the scenes they are inspiring you. The unicorns carry qualities of love, peace, calm, gentleness, hope, majesty, caring, magic, and mystery. They will come to you when you are ready, helping you too to develop your unicorn qualities. Of course, they work in co-operation with animals as well as angels and elementals. While they are perfectly balanced in their male and female qualities, they are considered to carry feminine energy. This is because wisdom, compassion and love are more powerful that masculine qualities. One of the greatest gifts you can have in this life is to connect with your magnificent unicorn DO YOU WANT TO MEET YOUR UNICORN...unicorns is a being of pure white light. Because it is so pure and bright, it could blind or overwhelm you, so it will always tone its energy to a level you can bear. It would never shine more light onto you than you can cope with.... DOES THAT SEEM EXCITING TO YOU? COME ALONG

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Whatever happened to democracy? God forbid we ever have to live in a community where there is only one opinion which counts, as suggested by one group of writers in last weeks' letters' page! Since moving to Spain thirteen years' ago I've been appalled to learn of the level of corruption which exists in Spanish politics, at both National and Local levels, though I don't for one moment believe that the PP have exclusivity on that score; let's just say that, in recent times, allegations of corruption appear to be more rife, or perhaps they're just becoming more difficult to

HELP Friendship centre for La Marina HELP Vega Baja opened the doors of its second Friendship Centre recently at the Posh Club, La Marina. Following the success of the Centre at La Zenia which has been in existence for 12 years, two of the La Marina volunteers approached the President, Michele Masson, and suggested that a new Centre should be set up in la Marina as there were so many people living alone on the urbanisation who were in need of company and friendship. “We thought this would be a great idea and suggested that they went away to visit the La Zenia Friendship Centre to see how it was run and presumed that it would possibly be some time before we would hear back from them, but how wrong were we! We had not taken into consideration the deter-

mination of the volunteers had to replicate the idea in their own area” After canvassing the views of residents, organising a venue, volunteers and publicity, the Friendship Centre opening day finally arrived. Co-ordinator Alan Burnside said “We were absolutely delighted to see the number of people that attended on the first day and are confident that as word gets around the area, even more will join in. Many guests said how wonderful it was to have somewhere to go to get together with others which is exactly what we were aiming to achieve”. If you are interested in finding out more about the Friendship Centre at La Marina or HELP Vega Baja, please contact the San Miguel Centre on 966 723 733 Monday to Friday, 10 am - 1.30 pm

camouflage. I am no apologist for the PP but I am a fervent believer in democracy and it surely cannot be beyond the wit of those who criticize my stance to remember that we had a local election barely a year ago, the result of which delivered the present council so, contrary to what has been suggested, there must be rather a lot of people 'as blind as me' around – perhaps they're just not as vocal! I wonder, can anyone name a Council anywhere which satisfies all of its local tax payers all of the time? Everyone, everywhere can find something to complain about when it comes to their Council. Councils, like every other choice we have to make in life, are good or bad by comparison and in my experience since moving to La Marina, I've known a good deal worse. Constantly portraying Urb. La Marina as a run-down shantytown in the media does the place we live in a great disservice and is hardly the best advert for those poor souls who are struggling to sell their houses - and to think, people have the gall to say it's not political – please pull the other one! Ken Turner

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Toldos Guardamar celebrate with community Yet another public event was held by Toldos Guardamar at the weekend where the company provided free food, music and entertainment for the local community A regular event, albeit the first of 2016, it was part of the Guardamar company’s philosophy which has enabled it to build such a good relationship with both it’s customers and it’s future clients across the Costa Blanca. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday over 500 people enjoyed giant paella as well as cooked sausages and a bbq, all to the accompaniment of music, local dj’s and bands.

Pedro Salvat, Director of Operations said that the event is a way of thanking the public for their confidence in Toldos Guardamar, by enabling them met new friends, to enjoy local gastronomy, music and culture. The company represents a great example of service to the customer. Over the 40 years that it has been trading three main aspects have always been; the importance of the consumer as well product quality and after sales service. More information on Toldos Guardamar and its products can be obtained by calling 966 726 258

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IT’S A ‘LOCAL’ VENUE FOR CLARO CLARO held another ‘Meet and Greet’ last Friday evening with an encouraging number of people attending. The venue for their 3rd such event was The LOCAL in La Florida with bar owner Derek Bertam laying on an excellent selection of tapas for those who attended the meeting. Party leader Paul Piccio said he was delighted to see a healthy number of ‘first timers’ at the gathering which included young local businessmen as well as expat retirees. He said that such events were helping the Party to build on it’s firm Orihuela Costa base and with this growing support he was very much looking forward to the challenges ahead. Details of the next ‘Meet and Greet’ function, which are held on a monthly basis by CLARO, will be announced shortly.

Policia Local praised for fire rescue Officers from Orihuela local police are being praised by their colleagues for showing the utmost bravery in entering a burning building to rescue the occupants.

A woman had passed out inside her El Escorratel home, suffering the effects of smoke inhalation and seeking refuge on the top floor. Her attempts to escape the fire made the rescue all the

more difficult, but the officers managed to rescue the victim, tending to her until the ambulance arrived to take over the medical care.

HOW TO NEGOTIATE ROUNDABOUTS If you are unsure about the correct way to negotiate roundabouts, here are some simple rules to help you enter and exit roundabouts safely and in the right lane.

APPROACHING ROUNDABOUTS It’s important to remember to give way to traffic already on the roundabout. If the roundabout is outside urban areas of towns or cities, keep right. If the roundabout is in a built-up area inside a town or city and the lanes are clearly marked, you should use the lane that best corresponds to the exit you need to take.

can be more complex. Let us see some examples. 1st EXIT RIGHT Enter roundabout keeping to right hand side lane. Stay in lane until exit is reached. Indicate and exit roundabout. CONTINUING STRAIGHT ON (e.g. 2nd EXIT STRAIGHT AHEAD) Enter roundabout keeping to right hand side lane. Stay in lane until exit is reached. Indicate prior to exit and leave roundabout.

LEAVING ROUNDABOUTS

TURNING LEFT OR CHANGING DIRECTION (e.g. 3rd OR FINAL EXIT)

This causes the most confusion amongst drivers. Which lane to choose? Why do I get beeped at if I’m in the right lane? Drivers must exit roundabouts from the right hand lane, because the only way to leave the roundabout is by turning right. This doesn’t mean we always have to enter the roundabout from the right hand lane. It depends on the exit we need to take. However this simple rule, in practice,

Enter roundabout keeping to left hand side lane. Stay in lane until you have passed the exit before your turn off, then change lane by indicating right and giving other road users sufficient time to anticipate your manoeuvre. Don’t forget that drivers circulating in the outside lanes have priority, so use your mirrors to ensure you are not blocking them as you change lanes.

We hope the information provided in this article is of interest to you.

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Clubs and Societies Rojales Neighbourhood Watch Group is holding its AGM on Monday 14 March at 11am in the Municipal Centre, Ciudad Quesada. Anyone living in the 03170 area is very welcome to come. I do hope that as many of you as possible will come and help make this a good, productive meeting. We need you to tell us if you wish the Group to continue in its current format or if you would prefer a more formal set up with more frequent meetings. Bring your thinking caps and let us know how you would like the group to operate. Torrevieja Christian Fellowship (TCF) are holding a Craft Fayre at TCF Avenida de las Cortes Valencianas,68, Torrevieja on Wednesday 9th March between 3.00 pm. and 5.00 pm.Our Craft Club have made,hand-made cards,knitted goods and embroidery,plus items suitable for Easter. Refreshments are also available,tea ,coffee etc. All are welcome.

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dow and spacious master bedroom with large window providing plenty of natural light. English TV, communal pool. 375 euros per calendar month, including allowance for bills. Long term contracts provided 966 772 553 MAR MENOR/PLAYA HONDA 2 Bed 1 bath, spacious 1st floor apartment. Separate kitchen, spacious lounge with patio doors leading to a large balcony with storage cupboard, UKTV, communal pool, walking distance to beach 400 pcm plus bills. Long term contracts provided 966 772 553 PILAR DE LA HORADADA 2 bed 1 bath house on one level. Currently furnished but could be unfurnished. Driveway to fore, courtyard at rear and private solarium 500 euros per month, incl of allowance for bills. Legal let with contracts 966 772 553 CABO ROIG/AGUAMARINA. 2 Bed 2 bath ground floor apartment with underground parking. Recently refurbished. South west facing balcony, UKTV, large communal pool with views out to sea. 525 euros pcm, including generous allowance for bills. Call us on 966 772 553 URGENT! - Properties required for waiting clients. We are receiving requests for La Zenia, Playa Flamenca, San Miguel schools catchment area, 2 or 3 bed houses, and detached villas. Let your property earn you

2 bed, 2 bath townhouse, furnished with air con. In the much sought after Zenia Golf II, which is within walking distance to all of La Zenia amenities and a short walk to the beach.149,950 euros For further information on this property please call 968 971 860. (91768) For Sale Town House In SAX/Alicante. 4 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, with separate granny flat. Single Garage space & 50 metre Patio. Quiet area with no community fees. Close to all local amenities. 160,000â&#x201A;Ź O.N.O. Call: 868 08 34 55 Or email: anna-gargan@hotmail.com 3 bed, 2 bath semi-detached townhouse in the heart of La Zenia. Only 1000 metres to the beach. Fully furnished with air-condi-

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tioning. Within immediate walking distance to the many amenities offered in La Zenia. These properties are much sought after and offer excellent rental potential 179,950 Euro. Call +34 968 971 860. (91773) Two Bedroom, one bathroom duplex apartment with patio and off road parking. Fully furnished, SAT TV and air con throughout. The property is within walking distance to all amenities and the beach. 114,950 euros Call 968 971 860 for information (91820) Brand new 3 bed, 2 bath penthouse apartment in the bustling town of Los Montesinos. With magnificent panoramic views over the salt lakes. Private roof top solarium and optional underground parking. 89,950 Euro. Call 96 897 1860. (91779) LA MANGA - Immaculate 2 bed, 2 bath apartment. Fully-furnished. Close to beaches and Veneziola Golf. 2nd floor. Reduced for quick sale. 125.500 Euro. Tel 626 253 569. (90187)

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Beautiful Semi detached villa located in Torreta Florida, 3 bed, 2 bath,garage, large plot, lovely garden area, fully furnished and walking distance to Torrevieja city. Must view tel. 966-73-0057. Euro 217000 (109105) A modern and spacious townhouse in the beautiful and historic village of Jacarilla. The townhouse has 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and a modern lounge. The villa has a bright yet spacious kitchen with plenty of storage space. To be sold unfurnished. 109,950 Euros CALL 968 971 860 (101552) A large Emerald Isle semi detached property which also has the benefit of 2 beautiful conservatories. The property boasts 2 beds and 2 baths, lounge, kitchen and an integral garage which also acts as a great storage area. There is also a large solarium area which has sea views and benefits from the morning sun. Well worth viewing. 109500 Euros. CALL 968 971 860. (101554) These front line 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments start from 106.000 Euro, finished to a very high standard with all modern appliances. Incredible views across the beautiful Mar Menor and only 30 metres from the beach. These properties are only a short walk into the heart of Los Alcazares an old style Spanish seaside town.Within minutes of several top quality golf courses. Call +34 96 897 1860 for more

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information of this fantastic opportunity to purchase front line! (100861) Beautiful 3 bed, 2 bath semidetached villa in Blue Lagoon. Lovely furniture and well maintained. Large plot, satellite TV, internet, security grills, central heating. This property has a communal pool and is just a short walk to local schools, bars, and restaurants. EURO 149950. To view, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102363) This detached villa is situated in Blue Lagoon. It has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and comes fully furnished. It has a glazed in conservatory, private solarium, and off-road parking, as well as ample storage areas. It is on a 250m2 plot. EUR 149.500. For further details, please call +34 96 897 1860. (102360) Amazing 4 bed, 3 bath top floor apartment, sea views of the beautiful La Zenia Beach, 280 mt2 property, 30 mt2 Terrace, private solarium upstairs (as big as the property), lovely commu. pool with artificial grass, great opportunity for investment or permanent living. A few meters from the beach and all amenities. Price: 298.700 Euros. Call 96673-00-57. (139984) Beautiful ground floor apartment in Playa Flamenca, 2 bed 2 bath in a gated community. Tropical gardens and lovely swimming pool area, tennis court, basket court & children play area. Air cond. in all rooms, 127 m2 terrace, interrior m2: 87m2. Fully furnished. Price: 125.000 Euros. To view please call: 96-673-0057. (139970) This 2 bed 2 bath ground floor duplex in lovely condition. Furnished . A/Con. Sat TV. Very large corner plot with beautiful established gardens. Includes a hot tub. One of the nicest apartments in the area. Call 96 897 1860. Euro 120000 (101132) BARGAIN reduced to 57950 EURO. Two bed, one bath South-facing duplex in Playa

Monday 7th March - Sunday 13th March, 2016 Flamenca. The property comes fully furnished and has off-road parking. It is located within easy reach of all local amenities. Tel 966 73 0057 (101156) This traditional bungalow is on a quiet lane in the Montezenia area of La Zenia and has 4 double bedrooms, a bathroom, a small, rustic kitchen, living room, a south facing terrace (with storage) and a solarium with sea views. There would be room for a pool in the large area at the front of the property. Low community fees.Reduced price!. Call 968 971 860. Euro 177000 (101510) Top floor duplex apartment in the heart of Playa Flamenca. Close to all amenities and the new Commercial Centre. 2 bed, 1 bath, A/C, sat TV and open kitchen. Sold furnished. Large solarium with sea views, shaded terrace and front garden. Access to a communal pool. 79950 Euro. Call 96 897 1860. (101524) Now reduced by 10.000 euro for a quick sale. Stunning 2 bed, 1 bath apartment in the heart of Cabo Roig beachside. Furnished. A/C and sat TV. Underground parking. Incredible pool and sea views from the balcony. Short walk to the beach and all amenities. Euro 135,950. Call 968 971 860. (100887) 2 bed, 1 bath ground floor apartment. Furnished and includes A/C and satellite TV. Walking distance to all amenities and 15 mins to the beach. Off road parking and use of a communal pool. 95,000.00 EUR. Call 637 227 385 for further information. (100884) 2 bed, 1 bath South-facing apartment. Overlooks the pool and has sea views from the balcony. Fully furnished with A/Con and sat TV. Underground parking. In the heart of Cabo Roig. Walking distance to the beach. 99,750 Euro. Call 968 971 860. (101123) Beautiful ground floor apartment. Front Line beach in La Zenia. In a gated and secure complex with incredible views across La Zenia bay you literally walk off your terrace and on to the beach.Fully furnished to a high standard this is a unique property because of its proximity to the beach.This is a property that has to be seen.EUR219,950 call 968 971 860. (100855) Dolores. Large Finca in plot of 10,000 m2. All services connected. Build Size 215m2. Must be viewed. 195,000 euros. Tel 649 189 930 (65297) Beautifully presented 2 bed ground floor bungalow. Property consists of Lounge/Diner, good sized kitchen with storage area, Master bedroom with fitted wardrobes, twin bedroom with fitted wardrobes and family bathroom. Good sized garden and communal pool. This property is located just a short stroll to Villamartin Plaza and is ideal for full time living and holidays 80,000 euros Tel 966 772 553 (92320)

A stunning quad villa in playa golf property with 2 bedrooms 1.5 bathroom and large garden just a short walk from bars and the bus and only a 5 mins drive to the beach 115,000 euros contact Ian on 644 115 988 (96290) 2 Bedroom quad villa in Lomas de Cabo Roig just 5 mins walk to the shop and about 5 mins drive to the beach this has been a lovely home but need to sell now it only 89,999 euros call Carl on 672 875 251 (96292) Ground floor bungalow over looking community garden and just a short walk from the supermarket carrefour in Torrevieja this is a lovely property with a nice size garden Ideal for you if you are looking to be close to all amenties was 99,000 euros now 75,000 euros call me James on 644 138 502 (96293) Refurbished top floor bungalow with private garden and private solarium in the Verdemars with sea view and golf views also we have refurbished to a high standard there is a lovely stream just a few mins walk away and the communtiy is a nice and clean with 2 communal pool now 124,999 euros call today paul on 634 043 697 (96294) Brand new, 2 Bed, 2 bath walking distance to the new La Zenia Boulevard. Beautiful green areas within the urbanization, children play area, infinity comm.pool, jacuzzy (heated water in the winter months). Ideal investment home. Contact: 96-673-00-57. Euro 128000 (109130) Large apartment in Punta Prima, sea views, 3 bed, 2 bath, large terrace, air cond. quiet area, low comm. fees, well mantained, fully furnished, good investment, please contact: 96673-00-57. Euro 148000 (109514) Lovely 2 bed, 1 bath apartment in Rocio del Mar at Punta Prima, sea views, south facing, fantastic comm. pool in a green area, walking distance to restaurants and all amenities. Contact: 96673-00-57. Euro 148000 (109515) Beautiful property; 2 bed plus conservatory, 2 bath, in a gated urbanization with lovely green areas and 2 comm. pools, air cond. Large solarium, 80 mt2 corner plot. Very well mantained, 3 min. from Habaneras shopping centre. For viewing please contact: 96-673-00-57. Euro 115950

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(109523) Semi-Detacthed property in La Torreta Florida, 2 Bed, 1 Bath, 400 m2 plot , large terrace, lake views from the large solarium, sunny all year round, garage (possible 3rd bedroom), central heating, fully furnished. For viewing please contact: 96-67300-57. Euro 147000 (109518) Detached property close to Torrevieja and Habaneras shopping centre, 3 bed, 2 bath, beautiful garden, 1.000 mt2 plot, quite area, garage, lovely swimming-pool. Contact for viewing: 96-673-00-57. Euro 270000 (109519) For sale Resale Apartment in Costa Blanca, Alicante, Torrevieja, with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. This 2 bedroom, one bath, first floor apartment in Torrevieja is well situated close to the town centre and only a short walk from the promenade and many award winning beaches. It has the use of a lift and is fully furnished throughout with all white goods and fitted

wardrobes, with a glassed in veranda. Close to all amenities including medical, school, restaurant and leisure facilities it would be suitable for a retired couple, a small family or as a holiday home with excellent letting potential. For further information, please call 0034 637 227 385. Euro 64,950 (142131) Detached villa in Costa Blanca, Los Balcones, Torrevieja, with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. Detached villa in quiet residential area. 2 bed, 1 bath with 3 patio/terraces, lots of outside area. South facing, all day sun. Large solarium with views over salt lakes to mountains. Sold fully furnished with all white goods. Superior furniture. Short drive to all amenities including medical, commercial and social. Five minutes to Torrevieja town centre and to wonderful local beaches. Euro 124,950. Please call 0034 637 227 385. (142132)

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The weekend proved a little interesting for the club championship finals mainly caused by a strong cold wind, just a reminder of why we are all here, bringing about a couple of deferred matches until next Saturday. Of course playing finals in February will always be a risk; at what point do you defer a match, particularly when some might be scheduled for two in the day. Certainly on Sunday the wind was not as cold, but it certainly caused some consternation, as bowls went in an unplanned direction at an unforeseen speed, or could it be that our failing bodies do not behave as our equally questionable brains direct, certainly mine does not. But that is part of the game, sometimes the result is not as anticipated, but it’s always on the day and perhaps it is just a question of who can outguess a changing wind. Monday found The Pintos with a bye and the afternoon took the Broncos to Emerald Isle to play The Moonrakers, just another episode in a long learning curve. But good fun anyway, whatever the result, but we should be always aware that the home team will normally win. The broncos came away with one rink and I am sure some experience and at least one laugh. On Friday The Mustangs played host to the very strong Blues from La Siesta, on a beautiful day with a wind that was swirling and growing in strength as the match went on. The Blues played very well and half way through the match were ahead on most rinks, looking bleak for The Mustangs. But character showed through and with resolve points were fought for and won, The Mustangs pulled back to 3 rinks each by the end of play, with The Mustangs taking the overall shots by a small margin. A good show by both teams, The Blues did very well to take 3 rinks away from home, but it was a good result for The Mustangs against a strong team, playing well. Henry Ryder, Dave Haynes and Richard Lee 15-12. Ron Edwards, Jim Gracie and Jane Hamill 24-11. Carolyn Harris, John Skipper and Shirley Edwards 21-12. Maxine Wright, Malc Sykes and Rod Wright 9-17. June Whitworth, Don Darby and Stew Hamill 14-19. Barbara Jones, Keith Cunningham and Geoff Jones 17-18. For info contact Brian Taylor on 965 07 7093 or at briantaylor_es@yahoo.co.uk or Carolyn Harris on 966 77 4316 or at elranchobowls.secretary@gmail.com

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By Sheila Cammack As the sun warms up, so too have the end of season matches with teams vying for positions and promotion. Monday 29th February, Klingons home v Quesada Pearls; a great result; 113shots95, 11pts-3. Winners: Kath Reid, Neil Morrison, Giuseppe Galelli 17-15, Lynne Morris, Keith Roberts, Tom Hill 19-8, Ann Holland, Keith Phillips, Peter McEneany 23-15, Colin Jackson, Sabrina & Russell Marks 24-18, Bob White, Ray Pollock, Phil Morrachan 16-16. Trekkers, away v SM Comets; an excellent result 12pts-2, shots 110-101. Winners: Steve Simmons, Barry Edwards, Derrick Cooper 19-12, Ros Holmes, Dave Blackie, Peter Cox 21-15, Pat Bird, Ray Clarke, Graham Bird 18-10, Sheila Cammack, Jo & Julian Pering 20-18, Carol Lowry, Barry Roseveare, Keith Lowry 23-19. This secures TREKKERS as the WINNERS of the Discovery Division. Romulans home v MM Toreadors, a good result, 118 shots-87, 8pts-6. Winners: Dave Tilley, Kevin Hull, Roy Cordell 23-20, Aubrey Blay, Carol Waterson, Ian Ross 30-6, Derek Barker, Tony Campbell, Walter Lang 23-6. Vulcans away v LS Pioneers, hard work for 85 shots-122, 2pts-12. Winners: Mary Fromson, Jim Wright, Malcolm Ayton 20-11. Winter League Wednesday 2nd March, Orcas home v Javea Green, a closely fought match to the last end, with 87shots-94 but only 2pts-10. Winners: June Jones, Neil Morrison, Colin Lindgren, Keith Jones 27-21. Our Berleen team: Margaret Morrison, Jo Pering, Keith Roberts, Mike Lockett had a great win 25-14. Belugas away v Emerald Isle had a tough morning, 2pts-10, 67 shots-102. Winners: Margaret Stephens, Tony Campbell, Vic Slater, Peter Cox 17-14. Fed/4's Thursday 3rd Ospreys home v Greenlands Bulls, a great win 8pts-0, shots 92-36. Winners: Ann Holland, Keith Phillips, Darren Johnson, Sabrina Marks 1916, Shirley Verity, Jan Pocock, Noel Verity, Keith Jones 41-7, Colin Jackson, Keith Roberts, Brian Pocock, Russ Marks 32-13. Condors: away v VB Vikings, a tough match, shots 31-58, pts 0-8. Bazas: BYE. Friday 4th: Lions: BYE. Tigers home v VB Picadores, a hard fought game 110 shots-88, 9pts-5. Winners: Carol Lowry, Bill Webb, Keith Lowry 16-16, Barry Edwards, Ray Clarke, Vic Slater 28-12, Les Bedford, Ray Robson, Colin Potter 20-18, Irene Everett, Jo & Julian Pering 21-10. Pumas: BYE. Leopards, had a tough match away v MM Toreadors, 4pts-10, 81shots-115. Winners: Dennis Jackson, Jim Wright, Brenda Brown 16-14, Chris Jackson, Chris Lythe, Malcolm Ayton 20-14. Don't forget Club FINALS all weekend: 12th-13th March. Club information on the website: www.sanluisbowls.byethost7

By Lubbertus Who said it couldn’t get worse? Well me actually last week, but I was wrong. Of the ten names on the scorecard this week only one had appeared before the last match two weeks ago. The newbie’s really do seem to be taking over in earnest. On a crisp morning, again, but this time with a stiff breeze the society headed for the Saurines de la Torre Golf to play a 2,3,4 Stableford tournament. Saurines really is a golfer’s golf course with lots of tricky traps for the unwary so the members set off with high hopes. Maybe it was the cold wind, maybe it was the traps on the course, maybe it was just St David’s Day, and maybe the old timers cut the newbie’s just a little too much slack. All the old timers had their own reasons for not appearing on the score sheet – again! But the scores were none the less impressive. First place went to newcomer John Macleod with Mike Newton who first appeared on the score sheet last week on 40 points. 2nd place went to another newcomer, Amin Kiam with the only old-timer on the sheet this week, Robin Hanna on 39 points. Third place went to Patricia Hanna with Kevin McHale , both of whom first appeared last week on 38 points. Extra kudos needs to go to Kevin McHale who also won Hole 6. He only appeared first last week and this week he is on the sheet twice. Although kudos also needs to go to all the other hole winners this week as it is their first time on the card. Hole 10 was won by Mike Downton, Hole 14 by Tony G and Hole 18 perhaps one of the most difficult par three holes around with its tiered green went to John Macloed. All in all it was a very thoughtful retreat to the “19th hole” at the Marinasol Restaurant in Cabo Roig that evening. The Happy Days Golf Society’s next competition is on 15th March at the La Serena Golf course. New members are always welcome, especially new comers, so if you would like to join or just want to know more, then ask Steve Dixon, or any of the staff at the Marinasol Restaurant in Cabo Roig and they would be more than willing to help.

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Venue The Junction Semi Finalists: John Eyre & Nick Spicer, The HUB We had a somewhat depleted pairs turn out at the Junction but some big names were amongst the 5 duos. John Eyre and Nick Spicer from the Hub were pulled out of the hat first to play a preliminary against local lads Jimmy Gray and Barry ‘Here we go’ Schofield of the Junction Jackals. The hub guys were in fine form and chipped away at the 601 with Eyres scoring 2 x 81 and Spicer getting a tasty 100, 97 and 137. It was Eyre who finished both games though, with T18, D2 for the first and S18, D9 for the second. Barry with a 77, 85 and Jimmy with a 100 were a little late to find any scoring that could match the victors.Next up was the Formidable Mark Filer and Ed Klimonis from El Capitan who were drawn to play Massey’s Steph Simpson and Merv Harley. Steph got a 95 and Merv an 81 in the first leg but Klimonis scored 140 and 100 and partner Filer scored 85 and checked out on D8. The Men from Massey’s got a 100 apiece in leg two plus an 83 but the Capitans also kept up with their scoring and Filers D10 checkout put an end to their progress. So it was up to Mrs Simpson and team mate de Lacy to see if they could do something miraculous against the hunks from the Hub …yeah well that wasn’t going to happen was it? The lads saw off the lasses not only with great scoring including Spicer’s 140, but also with their unmatchable finishing: - Spicer this time with T15, S20, D10 for the first leg and T8, D20 for the 2nd. De Lacy did get on the scoreboard with a modest 85 though. So the quarter final was between league leaders El Capitan and the Hub who are currently in 2nd place. Filer managed a 140 but little Eyrsy put out an 82 and 100 and Spicer clocked up 81, 83 x 2, 85 and a 100 and checked out D10 in the first leg and a showboat bull finish in the second. Johnny and Nick played consistently good games to see themselves through the semi-finals. With a big thank you to Nigel Elvery for doing the chalking, it was all done and dusted by 9:30pm! Report Simone de Lacy Venue The Porterhouse Semi finalists Jim Scott : Phill Waller, Breakaways We had 7 pairs last night and this was a great turnout at The Porterhouse, Rioja Centre, Los Dolses. There had to be a bye because of the 7 pairs and as the names were drawn André Wing and Alan Havelock took the first bye which moved them into round 2. In Round 2 ALE HOUSE duo Karl Mallinson and Bernie Whipday took on Breakaways Jim Scott and Phill Waller. Bernie swiftly whipped up D20 to take the first leg and the duo also notched up scores in the 80’s and 100. Scott and Waller were soon on the case and pulled back the 2nd leg also with some great darts, Scott finished on D20. The Breakaway duo smashed their first round when Waller got D4. In the next pairs El Capitans Mel Bettell and David

Rotella v Jaguars Pat Schofield and Hilda Wilkinson saw the Capitans duo take the first leg thanks to D14 finish. Pat levelled this game with D2 taking the 3rd leg to a nail biting finish awaiting the double. The ladies tried so hard with plenty of scores in the 80’s & 90’s from Pat also a 128, but Mel just wouldn’t let them win! Number 7 in the 1st round saw my colleagues John Lane & Eddie Hirst v Andy Rutter & Hugh Gallaway. The Pirates duo were slow to find their form in the first leg as the Junction pair steamed ahead, however just as it was nearly at an end Hirst hit 115, Rutter missed his double and Lanes arrows went in T14, D16! The Junction duo fought back with high scores 4 x 100, 90’s and a 120 to level and then win this round with an impressive 61 out from Gallaway. In round 2 Ale House pair Wing & Havelock faced Scott & Waller but, although well rested from their wait to play, failed to find their form. Havelock threw 2 x 100 and Waller the monkey man got a 140. Bettell & Rotella couldn’t keep up with Rutter and Gallaway with some pretty impressive arrows from Rutter to take them to round 3 v Scott & Waller. Rutter was fearless as he chucked 80’s & 90’s aplenty and a 3 darter 24/17/D2 for the 1st leg. Although they couldn’t hit the high scores Scott n Waller took the 2nd leg. In the final leg Waller was monkeying about, told him to zip it, but he’s more like Bungle than Zippy. There was a nail biting finish as both needed doubles but Scotty boy finished off the night with D20, leaving Rutter and Gallaway beamed up by Scotty. Venue The Hub Semi finalists Joe Miller: Joe Mcaulley The Hub This evening unfortunately one pair had to withdraw from the KO due to a bereavement leaving 6 pairs to contest the evening. The draw was done with 2 pairs drawing byes: Sonya Cooper & Leah Chesworth and John Ashworth & George Cain. And so the evening began with the first game between Jim Waddell & Den Hall v Joe Miller & Del Mcaulley. Some steady scoring in the first leg with Jim hitting a 81 & 95. Del replied with a 120 before finishing on x10. The second leg was a much better leg with both teams scoring well, Joe scoring a 100 & 135 Jim & Den replying with Jim 125, Del with 100, 92, 85 finishing on x16. The deciding leg had some good scoring with Jim hitting 85,100. In reply Joe & Den scored 81, 100, 81,85 and a fishing shot of 20, 10, x5.The second game saw the 2 pairs from the P.D. Queens drawn against each other. Lorraine & Debbie vs Vi & Rachel. In this first leg Lorraine and Debbie scored well with scores of 107, 61, 76, 64. Vi and Rachel replied with 78, 64, 72, 78. Both teams had shots at x1 to win with Debbie the first to find it. The second leg was not so good with both teams evenly matched, both having chances to win when Vi found the x4 to even the match. The decider saw a better game with Lorraine hitting a 78 & 93. Rachel hitting a 80 both teams reaching x1 and Debbie clocking out to give herself and Lorraine the win. The third game of the evening saw Sonya Cooper & Leah Chesworth v Joe &Del. There was some good scores from both pairs with the girls hitting a 60’s & 81 & the guys scoring a 100 and straight out on a x20 tops finish. The second leg saw the girls scoring well with 73, and at one time were 200 in front of Joe & Del, they did reply with a 100. and scored steadily to catch up and finally finish on a x4 giving them a 2-0 win. The fourth game saw John Ashworth & George Cain v Queens Lorraine & Debbie. The first leg was fairly even with some good scores John & George scoring 76, 80, Lorraine & Debbie hitting 60’s before George hit a winning x2. The second leg saw the girls take control with scores of 70, 71, 81, with little in reply the girls clocked out on a x5. The decider was a more even game with scores from John & George scoring 101, 75 in reply Lorraine and Debbie hit 53,60, 76. before both teams got to the dreaded x1 which was hit by George. The final game of the night saw Joe & Del versus John & George. The first leg saw Joe & Del go off like an express train with scores of 125, 140, 85, 121, WOW down to 130 in 12 darts. With no high scores in reply the tempo slowed for them to finish on x4. The second leg was a good leg also with Joe & Del hitting 81, 95, 139 this was 60, 54, and a shot at the Bull for a 164 finish missing the Bull by a wire in the 25. John & George had a better leg scoring 76, 87. before a x8 saw Joe & Del go through to

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the finals night winning 2-0. They were the pair of the night, well done. Venue Sporting Life Semi finalists Simon Williams : Sean Smith The Hub Seven teams turned up for what proved to be an entertaining and competitive qualifying round. The evening started with a close match between the two Pete’s , Cliff & Smith, from Massey’s just losing out to Ron Chadwick and Martin Hastings (Breakaways) who came from 1 nil down to nail a good win. The next leg saw Kenny Wilkinson & Phil de Lacy (junction Jackals) beat Des field & Craig Miller (Massey’s) 2 – 0 but the game was much closer than the score suggests. An unusual but skilful 36 finish (D4, 14, D7) by Kenny sealed the win. Next up were Wendy Haywood and Lisa Ivill from The Junction Jaguars against Si Williams and Sean Smith from the Hub. Despite a 140 from Wendy this went the way of the fellas in fairly quick time with Si scoring 2 x 100 and 140. On to round two and landlord Karl Cooper entered the fray with Dick Hunt. Having waited patiently for their turn following a bye in round 1 their evening ended 2 – 0 against Ron and Martin. The other semi-final saw Phil and Kenny lose to Si and Sean 2 - 0. The men from the Junction seemed to have their Hub opponents on the ropes in the second leg reaching a double with a 200 plus lead. However a combination of poor finishing and some good end game scoring saw Sean hit the winning double. That left the decider between Ron and Martin and Si and Sean. All seemed to be going to plan for the lads from the Hub as they quickly took a 1 – 0 lead. But the Breakaway boys wouldn’t lie down and levelled the match. The last leg was close but laurels and the place in the semi – finals went to Si and Sean. Report Alan Nash Rescheduled game from 25th Feb Tradewinds v Hub Hellraisers 9-3 The first triples saw Gilly &Terry Kirby & Michelle Lane take a 1-0 lead with Terry finishing on D5, this after some good scoring from Michelle. 70, 74 and 81. The next triples went to Hellraisers, the Pirates having to play with 2 players, Claire Hughes finishing on D19 after some good scores from Lily Oldham, 83,87. Gilly joined Michelle and John Lane for the final triples & Gilly took the game on D2. The doubles all went to the Pirates with Terry & Eddie, Terry hit 102 and finished on D1, next John & Michelle saw John finish D2 after his 100 and Michelle's highest score of the night, 124. Harvey & Gilly finished the doubles, Harvey 3, D2 for a 5-1 half time score. The singles started with Michelle against Claire Hughes, Claire winning after 81 and D2. Eddie was next up against Joy and won with D10. Terry then was up against Cheryl and with 81 & D8 finish ensured a win for the Pirates. Cheryl however played well scoring 93 & 71. Harvey was then up against Lesley and really found his form, hitting 2 x 100, 85 and a D2 finish. Gilly v Ali with Ali finishing on 7, D2. The last match had John against Sue with John showboating with a 93 finish, T19, D18. Final score 9-3 to the Pirates. Man of the match for the Pirates was Terry Kirby with his 3 finishes. Well done to the Hellraisers for some good scoring and supporting one another in all the game. Report Terry Kirby Rescheduled game from 4th February Pint Depot Kings Porterhouse 3-9 Peter Ayres made a welcome return to the Porters team especially as Mike Newberry has now returned to the UK. Peter said that he hadn't played darts for months but if that’s true (not sure it is) it certainly didn't show. Pete was involved in 4 winning games and in his first game started off with 140, in the second 133 and he was well in front in his singles finishing quickly on D1. The first game went to PDK - it was a very long game with both teams on their doubles. The same was true of the last game with Graham Todd and Frankie which lasted ages with neither of them being able to get D1. Graham snatched it eventually.....There were some high scores and best finish of the night went to Frankie with a 63 finish (20,19, D12). Report Sue Sanderson

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Country Bowls Report

La Marina Bowls Report

By StJohn Broadhurst Three games to report on this week, one at home and two away and the first of the away games saw the Flamingos travel to La Marina on Monday, 29 February to play the Pathfinders in a SABA Discovery league match. It was a disappointing result for the Flamingos with only one win to show for their efforts, so well done to Sandra McIlroy, Del Gunning and Andy White 18-10. Overall shots Flamingos 77 (2 pts) Pathfinders 113 (12 pts). The home game on Thursday, 3 March saw the Herons welcome Quesada Leopards to the Valle in a Federated Fours league match and it was the Leopards who edged the games two to one for an overall win. Winning for the Herons were Del Gunning, Keith Holliman, Dot Davies and Den Birkett 23-15. Overall shots Herons 41 (2 pts) Leopards 62 (6 pts). Second away game of the week on Friday, 4 March and it was a short trip for the Geckos to Horadada to take on the Royals in a CBBA Southern league match. It was a lovely sunny morning and despite being down on four rinks after twelve ends the Geckos fought back to win on five rinks as well as the long game. Shining as bright as the sun were Del Gunning, Billy Price and Ray Emmett 2114. Pat Patton, Jean Turner and Brian Patton 18-17. Andy White, Les Turner and StJohn Broadhurst 34-13. Carole Donnellan, Derek Jiggins and Dennis Birkett 18-12. Brenda Jiggins, Pat Emmett and John Rimmer 16-13. Overall shots Geckos 123 (12 pts) Royals 86 (2 pts). www.countrybowlsclub.com

PATHFINDERS - Home to country Bowls Flamingos points were 12-2 and shots 113-77. Dave Bulfield, Berni Carr, John Morgan 1018. Anne Stone, Steve Hindle, Dave Hadaway 17-11. Mo Taylor, Mike Surch, Dave Taylor 19-13. Gina Hindle, Mike Stone, Shirley Hadaway 18-12. Ray Gardner, Peter Bailey, Mike Smith 17-16. Lynne Armitage, Chris Green, Colin Armitage 32-7 EXPLORERS - v Vistabella Albatrosses points 10-4 shots 126-93. Kathy Manning, Tom Spencer, Bobbie Sims 15-28. Hilary Cronk, Margaret Finlayson, Dave Lewis 15-16. Ron Maiden, Robert Finlayson, Peter Parsons 20-16 Maureen Kidd, Wendy Latham, Bill Sims 20-15. Margaret McLaughlin, Dave O'Sullivan, Jim Manning 28-11. Janet Parsons, Phil Pape, Alex Whyte 28-7 WINTER LEAGUE - Today's game was home v Bonalba points 102 and shots 106-70. Lynne Armitage, Margaret Sadler, Colin Armitage Maureen Kidd 13-25 Kathy Manning, Mike Stone, John Rae, Dave Hadaway 18-14. Anne Stone, Gina Hindle, Jean Perchard, Barry Sadler 20-13 Ron Maiden, Mike Stone, Phil Pape, Shirley Hadaway 21-10 Steve Douglas, Martin Butler, Wendy and Barry Latham 34-8. DOLPHINS - Tough game against San Miguel Cougars, our points were 2-12 and shots 82-104. Dave Mc Gaw, Jack Chorlton, George Chambers 15-21. Margaret Sadler, Mike Smith, Barry Sadler 13-19. Reg Jackson, George Furzer, Don Harrison 10-20. Paul Tregoing, Mike Brain, John Rae 10-14. Brenda Brain, Carol Smith, Cliff Rawlinson 10-18. Martin Butler, Angela Butler, Brian Duff 24-12 SEAGULLS - flew all the way to La Manga to get bogged down in a very soft and wet green. Points 1-11 and better on shots 73-125. Dave Bullfield, Berni Carr, Jim Freeman 5-25. Gina Hindle, Peter Bailey, Dave Hadaway 12-22. Anne Stone, Mike Stone, John Morgan 11-20. Steve Douglas, Steve Hindle, Tom Edwards 14-22. Lynne Armitage, Chris Green Colin Armitage 15-20. Mo Taylor, Mike Surch, Dave Taylor 16-16 SHARKS - A win away at Emerald Isle Cavaliers gave us 10 points to 4 and shot difference of 124-96 Margaret McLaughlin, Jim Manning, Dave Lewis 18-21. Hilary Cronk, Peter Parsons, Barry Latham 19-20. Kathy Manning, Jim Reeves, Alex Whyte 17-13. Ron Maiden, Phil Pape, Alan Castle 18-10. Tom Spencer, Margaret Finlayson, John Withers 25-15. Janet Parsons, Dave O'Sullivan, Roy Hart 27-17. By Bobbie Sims

SOUTHERN LEAGUE RESULTS AND TABLES FOR FRIDAY 4TH MARCH

DIVISION A Emerald Isle Cavaliers 96 Montemar Matadors 109 Quesada Swallows 129 San Miguel Jaguars 89

(4) (11) (12) (4)

La Marina Sharks Visbella Lanzadores Greenlands Oaks Mazarron Miners

(10) (3) (2) (10)

P San Luis Lions 90 La Marina Sharks 90 Quesada Swallows 90 Vistabella Lanzadores 96 Greenlands Oaks 90 Emerald Isle Cavaliers 90 Montemar Matadors 90 San Miguel Jaguars 90 Mazarron Miners 90

W 59 50 51 49 42 34 36 32 31

D 4 9 4 5 5 9 3 6 3

Pts 142 129 124 124 101 91 89 77 75

L 27 31 35 42 43 47 51 52 56

O/W Diff 10 417 10 187 9 163 10.5 138 6 -138 7 -137 7 -151 3.5 -183 5 -296

124 72 77 124

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DIVISION B La Marina Dolphins El Rancho Mustangs La Manga Crusaders Horadada Royals San Luis Tigers

82 100 126 86 110

(2) (8) (13) (2) (9)

San Miguel Cougars La Siesta Blues La Marina Seagulls Country Bls Geckos Vistabella Picadors

San Luis Tigers Vistabella Picadors San Miguel Cougars La Siesta Blues La Marina Seagulls El Rancho Mustangs Country Bowls Geckos La Manga Crusaders La Marina Dolphins Horadada Royals

P 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102 102

W D 65 4 65 4 52 7 53 5 46 5 47 4 45 7 42 5 42 3 29 4

Vbella Conquistadores Montemar Toreadors Greenlands Cedars La Siesta Golds

90 115 91 99

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Emld Isle Claymores San Luis Leopards Emerald Isle Outlaws Quesada Swifts

(8) (4) (8) (6)

Quesada Swifts Emld Isle Claymores Montemar Toreadors San Luis Leopards La Siesta Golds Vbella Conquistadors Emerald Isle Outlaws Greenlands Cedars San Luis Pumas

P 90 90 90 96 90 90 90 90 90

W 55 53 49 46 46 41 35 37 30

D 4 2 3 5 3 3 5 4 3

Pts 138 128 118 113 112 99 87 82 73

L O/W Diff 33 13 426 33 12 406 43 10 62 44 8 157 51 9 -13 51 8 101 50 7.5 -113 55 7 -474 57 5.5 -217 69 5 -335

(12) (6) (1) (12) (5)

104 89 73 123 88

Pts 160 158 129 127 115 114 112 103 98 72

DIVISION C

L O/W Diff 31 12 264 35 10 230 38 8.5 166 45 8 -47 41 8.5 21 46 7 28 50 6 -223 49 3 -233 57 5 -206

116 81 103 89

San Miguel Pulsars were at home to La Siesta Apollos, winning 10 points to 4. Well done to Alan Booth, Keith Green, John Marshall 21-11: Pete Masters, Jan Farmer, Derek Farmer 18-12: Pat McEwan, Janet Thomas, Michael Douglas 17-11: Ken Hope, Eileen McLaren, Nancy Campbell 13-12. Shots SM 10 LS 4. The Comets only won on one rink against San Luis Trekkers. Bob Nesbitt, Dave Champion, Ann Allen winning 27-9. Shots SM 101 SL 110. The Meteors played away at Emerald Isle, winning on 4 rinks, and getting the overall shots. Val Collier, Chris Collier, Stuart Denholm 19-13: Gail Willshire, Len Rudge, Fred Willshire 19-16: Cliff Plaisted, Don Whitney, Steve Cantley 20-15: Allan Patterson, Linda Plaisted, Lee Sinclair 21-9; Total shots 99 for 87 against San Miguel Jaguars only won 2 rinks playing against Mazzaron Miners at home. Total shots SM 89 MM 124. Winning teams were Pete Masters, Nancy and Alan Campbell 21-16: Paul Hayward, Tom Dalgleish, John Marshall 22-19. Points for 4, against 10. DONT FORGET - OPEN FORUM 10TH MARCH 0930 FOR 1000. The green will be closed until after the meeting. WASPS on Wednesdays 1-30pm, â&#x201A;Ź5 for bowling, shoes, woods and tuition if needed - A friendly afternoons bowling. For further details on San Miguel Bowls Club, contact our President Eileen Potts Tel.966730376 or Sec Pat McEwan Tel. 966714257.

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MonteMar Bowls Report Sponsored by AVALON Monday 29th February, MonteMar Matadors were at Home to Greenland's Maples, Winning on 4 Rinks. Sue Kemp, Wendy Oxley, Skip Brian Zelin 30-14. Keith Simpson, Val Hignett, Skip. Tony Finan 22-21. Denise Ashberry, June Young, Skip Alan Ashberry 1813. Ethal Finan, Bill Young, Skip Dave Melville 21-15. Shots, Matadors 117 - Greenland's 95. Points, Matadors 10 - Greenland's 4. Monday 29th February, MonteMar Toreadors were Away to San Luis Romulans, Winning on 3 Rinks. Jan Webster, Jan Gatward, Skip Bill Webster 19-18. Leslie Jones, Ron Jones, Skip Ted Hyman 23-12. Sheila Roberts, Pauline Woodfine, Skip Barrie Woodfine 13-12. Shots, Toreadors 87 - San Luis 118. Points, Toreadors 6 - San Luis 8. Tuesday 1st March, MonteMar Lords in the Fed 4s were at Home to La Siesta, Winning on only 1 Rink. Sue Kemp, Jan Gatward, Joe Ridley, Skip Diane Ridley 16-14. Shots, MonteMar 40 - La Siesta 59. Points, MonteMar 2 - La Siesta 6. Wednesday 2nd March in the Winter League, MonteMar were at Home to San Miguel, Winning on 3 Rinks. Geraldine Fisher, Pauline Woodfine, Barrie Woodfine, Skip Gordon Fisher 24-12. Keith Simpson, Ethal Finan, Jan Gatward, Skip Tony Finan 24-19. Denise Ashberry, Babs Caiger, Harry Dobson, Skip Dave Melville 18-15. Shots, MonteMar 84 - San Miguel 84. Points, MonteMar 7 - San Miguel 5. Friday 4th March, MonteMar Matadors were at Home to Vistabella Lanzadores, Winning on 4 Rinks and Drawing on 1 Rink. Sue Kemp, Wendy Oxley, Skip Brian Zelin 27-11. Ronnie Cairns, Joe Ridley, Skip Diane Ridley 17-11. Geraldine Fisher, Harry Dobson, Skip Gordon Fisher 22-8. Stan Routledge, Val Hignett, Skip Bill Young 18-10. Keith Simpson, David Eades, Skip Dave Melville 15-15. Shots, Matadors 109 - Vistabella 72. Pts, Matadors 11 - Vistabella 3. Friday 4th March, MonteMar Toreadors were at Home to San Luis Leopards, Winning on 4 Rinks. Pauline Merry, Chris Harding, Skip Chris Merry 24-13. Marianne Forman, Jenny Pagala, Skip Ron Jones 22-11. Sheila Roberts, Sue Bounds, Skip Dave Auckland 24-11. Jan Webster, Len Counsel, Skip Bill Webster 17-10. Shots, Toreadors 115 - Leopards 81. Points, Toreadors 10 - Leopards 4. For further information about MonteMar Bowls and Social Club, please contact Press Officer Brian 966790606. or at www.montemarbowls.com and at info@montemarbowls.com and on Facebook.

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Torry season grinds to a halt at Los Arcos once again hit a tame shot straight down the keeper’s throat.

After losing their impressive 12 match unbeaten run, following a 3-0 mauling at Crevillente, Torry faced another difficult local derby on Sunday at Los Arcos Stadium, Orihuela. However, spirits were still high in the Torry camp as manager Pedreño had almost a full squad to choose from, Jorge being the only member still out injured. Back in October, they recorded a deserved 2-0 home victory over their near neighbours, but last season's 5-0 humiliation at Los Arcos is still very much in the supporters memory and one that they would very much like to put to bed with a victory this season. Orihuela meanwhile, have recently sacked manager Gabri Correa, replacing him with Francisco Pereda, and currently sit 8th in the table, 1 point and 1 place ahead of Torry. They have ex Torry players Ernesto and Alexis within their ranks, who would like nothing better than to put one over their old team mates. And with less than two minutes on the clock they were very much on the way to achieving that as a costly blunder by Rafa Gomez saw the 32 year old slip in attempting what seemed a straightforward clearance. His error allowed the ball to run through to Raul who made no mistake from close range to put the home side in front. This was the worst possible start for the visitors but as they grew into the game they

Orihuela CF ..................3 CD Torrevieja ...............0 began to create chances of their own. On 10 mins a Ruben shot went close following good wing play by the Torry forward. But with their own confidence high Orihuela were also pushing forward and a break midway through the half needed Luis Carlos to clear off the Torry line to stop the home side doubling their lead. Emilio turned a Ruben shot onto the post on the half hour before coming to Orihuela’s rescue with further saves moments later, the best of which, from Lewis, he parried to the feet of Sanchez, but only for the former Yeclano man to shoot high. A Luis Carlos effort was well saved by Emilio just prior to the internal but as the Torrevejense trooped off for their cuppa they could have had no complaints about being a goal behind at half time. The visitors could have been back on level terms almost from the restart but after a wonderful assist Lewis seems to have lost his shooting boots in recent week as he

It was a miss that Torry were to regret as they went a further goal behind moments later. Sub Chema had only been on the field for 2 minutes and with his very first touch of the game he connected at close range with Juanjo’s cross to stretch the Orihuela lead. A great through ball from Prieto saw Lewis shoot over the bar moments later and then the goal that really did put the game beyond the visitors. A free kick on the edge of the box which Theo bent around the Torry wall with Miguel rooted to his line. At 3-0 to Orihuela there really was no way back. Once again thoughts of last season’s humiliation sprang to mind. There were further opportunities for Suarez and Salvas of Torry before the normally ruthless Raul could have made it four with the miss of the match but no consolation for the visitors as two comprehensive defeats in successive weeks have seen the wheels come off any play off hopes that the blue and whites might previously have harboured. But with little more than pride to play for as they see the season out it doesn’t get any easier with next Sunday’s visit of third placed Elche Illicitano. The game kicks off at 5pm at the Vicente Garcia.

Carp - R - Us Club News This week the Clubs Anglers took the long trip up to the Pantano de Beniarres up past the town of Alcoy. This is a journey of 128km and is our first trip up there this year. The water level is at 26% which is identical to the level this time last year,although it is well down on previous years. Although it was a sunny day, it was very breezy with a bitterly cold wind, which made pole fishing quite difficult. The results of the match are as follows: In first place Steve Fell with 3.92kg, second Mark Foden with 2.62kg, third Pete Kerr with 1.50kg and in fourth place Jackie Breslin with 1.68kg.

Cadena Sunrise Bowling - Week 20 Alley Gators Fair Play Pinfall Wizards Cherry B’s Pin Pushers 999’s

2-6 2-6 6-2 4-4 4-4 6-2

The Bandits S***T Happens Sunrise Colegas Sol Amigo’s Gi Gi’s Hookers Alley Cats

Top Performers

Ladies

Gents

Hi/Game Hi/Game+H/Cap Hi/Series Hi/Series+H/Cap

Jackie Lowton 173 Jackie Lowton 237 Sandy Bell 445 Jackie Lowton 609

Manuel Martin 235 Manuel Martin 265 Manuel Martin 578 Manuel Martin 668

S***T Happens Gi Gi’s Hookers Sol Amigo’s Pin Pushers Sunrise Colegas Alley Gators Alley Cats Fair Play Pinfall Wizards 999’s The Bandits Cherry B’s

P W 60 59 60 49 60 47 60 47 60 46 60 45 60 39 60 39 60 36 60 30 60 27 60 16

D 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

L 21 31 33 33 34 35 41 41 44 50 53 64

Tot Gms 45842 60 45222 60 45437 60 45302 60 45663 60 45552 60 44918 60 44689 60 44943 60 44531 60 43385 60 42336 60

Av Hi-G Hi-S 764 903 2412 753 873 2366 757 893 2484 755 822 2409 761 874 2425 759 864 2425 748 852 2368 744 861 2427 749 826 2332 742 852 2368 723 822 2294 705 840 2290

Pts 118 98 94 94 92 90 78 78 72 60 54 32

Our next match which is on the 10th of March will be on the river Segura in Murcia town centre. Pegs are at 8.00am and fishing is from 9.00 till 2.00pm. The next Quiz night will be held at the bar on Tuesday the 15th of March. Starting at 7.30pm., the cost is just 1 Euro per person and teams of up to 6 can take part. Our next Club meeting will not be until Sunday the 20th of March, with the Committee at 10.30am followed by the General meeting at 11am The Clubs home is at the Bar El Alto La Dolores which is to be found just off the N332 between La Mata and Guardamar. The Clubs web site is www.carp-r-us.weebly.com for all the latest news.

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