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Warkworth Bowls has uncovered a hidden sporting talent after Wendy Stein, of Kaipara Flats, turned in a stellar debut season.
Stein, who only started playing bowls last September, was presented with an impressive seven trophies at the end of season prizegiving on May 31.
She said that she knew within a week or two of starting bowls that she would love the game, and was grateful for early guidance from fellow bowlers.
“I was fortunate that on day one, the club coach Cathy Parsons took me onto the green to show me the game and advise on etiquette,” she said.
A senior member of the club, Kevin Brooking, recognised Stein’s natural ability and concentration, and suggested that maybe a little coaching could help her to become a good, consistent bowler.
Stein credits her success to a strong work ethic and supportive fellow club members.
“For me, focused hard work leads to success. It’s a matter of having faith in yourself, being consistent and showing motivation.”
Stein’s commitment extends beyond the green, as she assisted with business house bowls and is on the match committee.
“Being a volunteer and getting involved makes for a well-run club. The twice-weekly roll-up afternoons are played in a fun and friendly environment.
“On the other hand, when it comes to club championship games, then the serious side of the bowlers can be seen, all playing with increased focus to get their hands on a cup.”
Warkworth Bowls Club 2024-25 winners were:
Women’s 1st year singles champion – Wendy Stein; Men’s 1-5 champ singles – Steve Saric; women’s 1-5 champ singles – Stein; women’s 1-5 champ pairs – Stein & Sue Bliss; men’s champ singles – Stewart Macdonald; women’s champ singles – Jackie Atkins; men’s champ pairs – Macdonald & Guy Robson; women’s champ pairs – Atkins & Bliss; men’s champ triples –Macdonald, Saric & Robson; women’s champ triples – Michelle Macdonald, Atkins & Stein; men’s champ fours –Macdonald, Saric, Neil Cruden & Robson; women’s champ fours – Lorraine Brassett, Jan Ngawhika, Stein & Bliss; mixed champ pairs 2-4-2 – Saric & Atkins; mixed pairs – Cathy Parsons & Robson; mixed triples – Brassett, Ross Ruddell & Bliss; men’s Lion 50 up handicap singles – Cruden; womens 50 up handicap singles – Stein; men’s Nork Webber pairs – Cruden & David Roach; men’s Stan Gubb 2-4-2 – Robson & Tony Dawson; women’s Nelson L&2 pairs – Jan Whitaker & Bliss; women’s Whitmore skips – Riddle & Parson; women’s May Civil triples – Parsons, Jane Geldenhuys & Whitaker.
Most improved players were John Craig and Wendy Stein; volunteers of the year – Mandy Clark & Alan West; Jack Knowles Special Service Award – Cathy Parsons.
The club is always keen to welcome new members. For more information, email bowlsww@xtra.co.nz.
