Up and Coming Events:
December
22nd December: Christmas jumper night 7pm at the pavilion.
February
1/2/19 (Friday): France v Wales 8pm
9/2/19 (Sat): Italy V Wales 4.45pm
23/02/19 (Sat): Wales v England 4.45pm
March
9/3/19 (sat): Scotland v Wales 2.15pm
16/3/19 (Sat): Wales v Ireland 2.45pm
22nd December: Christmas jumper night 7pm at the pavilion.
February
1/2/19 (Friday): France v Wales 8pm
9/2/19 (Sat): Italy V Wales 4.45pm
23/02/19 (Sat): Wales v England 4.45pm
March
9/3/19 (sat): Scotland v Wales 2.15pm
16/3/19 (Sat): Wales v Ireland 2.45pm
Annual Dinner Dance
Colin Eaketts is named
Club man of the Year 2018 |
Blackwood's annual presentation dinner dance was held on Saturday 17th November at the Islwyn Indoor center.
It was a packed house as chairman David Witchell gave his opening address. Dave thanked everyone for the extra special effort this year in hosting many high profile games in the year of Allen Witchell's presidency. Gordon Cook took the floor as competition sec. and the awards began which were presented by our patron Norman Simkin. There were special awards presented to members of the ladies section who went that extra mile this year with the constant catering duties. Colin Eaketts was awarded the high accolade of Clubman of the year in a season where there must have been many close contenders. Allen also then presented the new Player of the year trophy to Mel Tudball. |
Season summary
2018 season was a very busy season for Blackwood with our very own Allen Witchell being county president with all what that brings.
Allen must be congratulated for his tireless work this season and has proven once again that he is a great ambassador for the club.
He had a very successful presidency with the county as the county won the over 60's championship.
Allen brought many fixtures to the club and Blackwood did themselves and Allen proud proving that we are capable of hosting large bowling events.
On the green we anticipated a tough season, we had gained 1st division status in the Rhymney Valley league and were looking to push for 1st division status in the MBA league. With all the extra fixtures on our green we needed groundsman Steve to work some magic. June and July was the hottest period for many years and some greens in the county were pretty bad but not Blackwood's, Our automatic sprinkling system came into its own and Blackwood's green was magnificent throughout.
Blackwood are a progressive club and unveiled a new look in June with a modern looking red and amber playing strip.
Allen must be congratulated for his tireless work this season and has proven once again that he is a great ambassador for the club.
He had a very successful presidency with the county as the county won the over 60's championship.
Allen brought many fixtures to the club and Blackwood did themselves and Allen proud proving that we are capable of hosting large bowling events.
On the green we anticipated a tough season, we had gained 1st division status in the Rhymney Valley league and were looking to push for 1st division status in the MBA league. With all the extra fixtures on our green we needed groundsman Steve to work some magic. June and July was the hottest period for many years and some greens in the county were pretty bad but not Blackwood's, Our automatic sprinkling system came into its own and Blackwood's green was magnificent throughout.
Blackwood are a progressive club and unveiled a new look in June with a modern looking red and amber playing strip.
The new kit seemed to work as Blackwood started the season in winning ways.
An away win at Caldicot on a cold April day set the pattern for the season as Blackwood kept winning. The Wednesday RVBA league was also a success as Blackwood found themselves at the top. A good home win against Bargoed set up a title match against Gilfach but Gilfach ended up winning and becoming champions but Blackwood amassed an impressive 110 points to finish with the leaders.
The GBL season didnt start so well and Blackwood were quickly fighting relegation but players were rallying and things would improve. Blackwood won their last 3 matches to jump ahead of Abercarn and secure division 1 status for next year (possibly). This shows that Blackwood have strength and depth in the squad system.
An away win at Caldicot on a cold April day set the pattern for the season as Blackwood kept winning. The Wednesday RVBA league was also a success as Blackwood found themselves at the top. A good home win against Bargoed set up a title match against Gilfach but Gilfach ended up winning and becoming champions but Blackwood amassed an impressive 110 points to finish with the leaders.
The GBL season didnt start so well and Blackwood were quickly fighting relegation but players were rallying and things would improve. Blackwood won their last 3 matches to jump ahead of Abercarn and secure division 1 status for next year (possibly). This shows that Blackwood have strength and depth in the squad system.
The season was also tinged with sadness as Blackwood said goodbye to two long term members, Norman Bates and Gwyn Berkley. Norman was a long supporter of Blackwood as a social member. Gwyn can only be described as a club Stalwart - at the heart of everything which is good at Blackwood, Gwyn helped out in every way he could and will be sadly missed but fondly remembered.
On a happier note Blackwood kept winning and going into August were running neck and neck with rivals Abertillery. Blackwood secured 1st division status with a match to play but needed to win their last game to go up as champions. Blackwood did this in some style beating relegated caldicot, Abertillery also got promoted finishing 2nd.
On a happier note Blackwood kept winning and going into August were running neck and neck with rivals Abertillery. Blackwood secured 1st division status with a match to play but needed to win their last game to go up as champions. Blackwood did this in some style beating relegated caldicot, Abertillery also got promoted finishing 2nd.
Cup matches were not very fruitful for Blackwood losing to Oakdale in the Islwyn cup and Beaufort in the MBA cup. We can say that we were concentrating on league promotion this season.
There was success on an individual level however as 14 year old Oliver Witchell reached the final of the county under 18's and gained notoriety by playing in county and welsh academy sides. He also played in the u25 super 10 tournament.
In the RSVBA Oliver reached the final of the U25 singles and beat the current champion to crown an excellent season for Oliver.
The accolades have not stopped there as Oliver moved indoors and was selected for an indoor welsh under 25 trial.
There was success on an individual level however as 14 year old Oliver Witchell reached the final of the county under 18's and gained notoriety by playing in county and welsh academy sides. He also played in the u25 super 10 tournament.
In the RSVBA Oliver reached the final of the U25 singles and beat the current champion to crown an excellent season for Oliver.
The accolades have not stopped there as Oliver moved indoors and was selected for an indoor welsh under 25 trial.
Paul Morgan also did very well for blackwood losing in the over 60's final, Paul was defending his title and is showing great consistency in the singles.
On a domestic level the club tournaments were well contested and finals day was a great success. We thank organiser Gordon Cook for his work regarding tournaments.
There were wins for Haydn Jenkins, John Prestidge, Paul Morgan, Oliver Witchell, Jo Witchell, Brian Wyatt, Brian Keeling and Clive Jenkins but all who took part must be thanked and congratulated. Clive Jenkins won the club championship for the 4th time.
On a domestic level the club tournaments were well contested and finals day was a great success. We thank organiser Gordon Cook for his work regarding tournaments.
There were wins for Haydn Jenkins, John Prestidge, Paul Morgan, Oliver Witchell, Jo Witchell, Brian Wyatt, Brian Keeling and Clive Jenkins but all who took part must be thanked and congratulated. Clive Jenkins won the club championship for the 4th time.
- 2018 club photo commemorating Allen's MBA Presidency
On a social note Blackwood have come on in leaps and bounds and new for this season was a P.A. system which serves to play music during social events and an under seating mood lighting system. The club ran numerous functions including disco's, cabaret artists, Karaoke, Horse racing and BBQ evenings.
This facility was put to its best use as we entertained the Monmouthshire presidents, the Welsh Presidents, The RSVBA presidents, the MBA cup final, MBA Finals day (twice) and somerset county. Again Blackwood proved to be a progressive club capable of entertaining large crowds.
To this end it would be remiss of me not to mention our committee, bar staff and tea ladies. Both have worked tirelessly this season to promote Blackwood as one of the top venues in the county.
Finally, Blackwood's annual tour was again a very well organised successful event. we won both matches played with good sports winning the worst rink prizes (gongs), Brian Keeling won the 10 pin bowling and David Witchell winning the pitch and putt. All names went down for next years trip.
Blackwood is now a club to be reckoned with both on and off the field and it is all thanks to the hard work of the committee in both men's and ladies sections. It is also due to the commitment of the members who continue to give up their time to support match days and help out in other ways.
Well done Blackwood on a very successful season.
This facility was put to its best use as we entertained the Monmouthshire presidents, the Welsh Presidents, The RSVBA presidents, the MBA cup final, MBA Finals day (twice) and somerset county. Again Blackwood proved to be a progressive club capable of entertaining large crowds.
To this end it would be remiss of me not to mention our committee, bar staff and tea ladies. Both have worked tirelessly this season to promote Blackwood as one of the top venues in the county.
Finally, Blackwood's annual tour was again a very well organised successful event. we won both matches played with good sports winning the worst rink prizes (gongs), Brian Keeling won the 10 pin bowling and David Witchell winning the pitch and putt. All names went down for next years trip.
Blackwood is now a club to be reckoned with both on and off the field and it is all thanks to the hard work of the committee in both men's and ladies sections. It is also due to the commitment of the members who continue to give up their time to support match days and help out in other ways.
Well done Blackwood on a very successful season.
Allen puts on a brave face during MBA finals day following a 15 minute storm.
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The naughty boys at the back of the tour bus.
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We chose green this year
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CLUB NIGHT
Thinking of joining us or just having a go?
Green opens mid April to mid September......
Monday evenings have been designated as club nights with members up at the green from mid afternoon until the evening. But there are also a crowd of regulars on a Tuesday from 5pm.
However, since the self management of the facility, there is a member at the green from 2pm - 8pm.
Blackwood welcomes all new members of all abilities as we have a busy fixture list.
Come along and have a go!
Green opens mid April to mid September......
Monday evenings have been designated as club nights with members up at the green from mid afternoon until the evening. But there are also a crowd of regulars on a Tuesday from 5pm.
However, since the self management of the facility, there is a member at the green from 2pm - 8pm.
Blackwood welcomes all new members of all abilities as we have a busy fixture list.
Come along and have a go!
About us.
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Recent Acheivements:
M.B.A Division 2 Champions 2018 R.S.V.B.A. League winners: 2009 2010 2012 2014 2015 2016 Rhymney Valley League: 2017 - promotion to division 1 Islwyn Cup Winners 1999 2007 2013 2015 Caerphilly Crystal Bowl Winners: 1999 2007 GBL 3 Rink league winners: 2010 2011 2012 Come and share in our success. 
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