Guyra bowlers triumph in Tamworth

Back l tor: Noah Brennan, Shane Brennan, Dan Kennedy, Anthony Bull Robert Moore, John McIlwain Front: Scott Campbell, Murray Bourke, David Wilcox, Randy Mulligan, Andrew Sparke, Robert Walls
19th May 2026

The Guyra pennant bowls side is heading to the state playoffs after a strong performance in the zone finals.
Guyra will now travel to Figtree for the State Playoffs from August 21st to 23rd following two hard-fought victories in the zone competition.
The successful Guyra line-up featured three teams:
• A Sparke, R Mulligan, A Bull and J McIlwain
• N Brennan, S Brennan, S Campbell and D Kennedy
• R Walls, M Bourke, R Moore and D Wilcox
In the opening match, Guyra defeated Walgett Bowling Club 61 shots to 58. J McIlwain’s team went down 15-26, while D Kennedy narrowly lost 20-21. David Wilcox’s rink produced a decisive performance, winning 26-11 to secure the overall result.
Guyra then overcame West Tamworth Bowling Club 57-54 in another close contest.
D Kennedy’s side won 19-16, J McIlwain claimed a 22-17 victory, while David Wilcox’s rink fought hard before losing 16-21.
The wins capped off an excellent campaign for the Guyra bowlers, who now progress to the state stage.
Congratulations to all players on a terrific achievement and best of luck at Figtree in August.