Manx Short Mat Bowls Association

Douglas Sharks win the Haldane Fisher Fours League

Douglas Sharks successfully defended their Haldane Fisher Fours League title despite a strong challenge from the Jolly Bodies.

The Sharks started the day 4 points clear with the final three games to play and got off to the perfect start with a 9-7 victory over Northern Lights while Jolly Bodies beat Tears for Fears 7-4.

The second session saw Jolly Bodies close to within a point though with a 7-6 victory over the Sharks thanks to a brilliant bowl from Jayne Smith on the final end.  Tears for Fears secured third spot thanks to a 13-2 win over Northern Lights.

The final session saw the Sharks needing to win to guarantee their title and did so with a comfortable 13-3 over Tears for Fears. Jolly Bodies also won their final game 9-5 over Northern Lights.

The final table is:
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The season takes a break now for the Christmas period and will return on the 21st January with the Peter Coward Pairs League. Players wishing to enter should contact Stephen Gale on 462424.