Polmaise Bowling Club was proud to host this year's Annual Charles McNeil Memorial Open Pairs Tournament, a day that brought together friendship, competition, and community spirit in honour of a much-loved figure in our club's history.

With 16 pairs taking to the green, the standard of bowling was excellent throughout, and the sun certainly added to the occasion – with roasting conditions making it a memorable day for everyone involved.

Charles McNeil Memorial Tournament action

Results

Beaten Semi-Finalists:
  • Sandy Deans & Jimmy McNeil
  • Alex McNeil & David Stewart
Runners-Up:

Alex Reynolds & Jamie Sneddon


Winners:

George Rough & Gary Stevens – a fantastic achievement and thoroughly deserved victory.


Thanks and Acknowledgements

The success of the Charles McNeil Memorial Tournament would not be possible without the support of so many individuals and families who contributed to the day:

  • Everyone who sponsored the tournament.
  • The McNeil family, especially Charlie's daughters Gillian and Charlene, for their continued support and for the special moment of presenting the trophy to the winners.
  • Rhonda Armitage, for supplying a wonderful buffet enjoyed by all.
  • Agg McNeil, Tilly Begg, and Elaine McMeechan, for their dedication and efforts that keep the club running smoothly on big days like this.
  • Lawrence Begg, Sandy Deans, and Peter Black, for keeping the scores updated.
  • Thomas Stevenson and John Bone, for capturing the day in photographs.
  • The management and staff of the Gothenburg, for their valued support.
  • President Alex Brown's cardboard cutout, for keeping the players going and ensuring the day ran smoothly.

And of course, a big thank you to all players and spectators who made the day such a success.

A Special Day for Polmaise

Vice President David Stewart summed up the occasion perfectly:

"We have a very special club and lovely people in Polmaise, and we are so lucky to have you all as members."

The Charles McNeil Memorial Tournament continues to be one of the highlights of our calendar, and 2025 was no exception. Congratulations once again to George Rough and Gary Stevens on their victory, and thank you to everyone who made the day so memorable.

Photos of the day can be found on the Gallery page.