Two very accomplished bowlers contested a high-quality final to decide who would emerge as Romsey’s newest club champion.
Cam Austin (at left) and Nathan Tessari have been previous champions with the latter trying to make it two titles in a row.
It was something of a family connection – uncle versus and nephew – with opinions divided about the likely outcome.
The 24-year-old Tessari has improved rapidly since taking up the sport, while Austin is one of the most effective division one skippers in the Highlands competition.
The unflappable duo traded shots with Tessari opening up a handy lead before Austin fought back to be within three shots.
A final end ‘3’ gave Tessari the title 25-19; both are looking forward to the finals with Romsey on top of the ladder.
Tessari is also looking forward to football with the Redbacks this season.
Late last week the Romsey women’s final was won 25-17 by the much improved Hazel Rose, who showed the value of playing plenty of bowls. Well done to both finalists.
AT KYNETON
Former champions have prevailed again at Kyneton.
Favourite Anthony Matheson has impressive credentials, and raced to an early 12-2 lead in the men’s final against Peter Ryan.
Ryan fought back with some fine draw bowling to ensure a good contest, before three shots on the final end to Matheson produced a 25-19 scoreline.
Long-time successful bowler Christine Plowman took out her second Kyneton singles championship, defeating the talented Denise Knight 25-11.
