Congratulations to "The President" Ronnie Regan of Moseley CC who beat Mark Street, the George 21-17 in the final of this years W&W Veterans Merit which was held at Boldmere St Michael on Thursday 18 May. This is the second time Ronnie has picked up this title, his first coming in 2014.

Mark made his way to the final with an opening round victory against W&W President Phil Ellett (Drakes Drum), winning 21-13. In the second round he beat Alan Cooke (Thimblemill) 21-15. In the quarter-finals Mark had a very touch match-up against Tony Eades (Bradford Arms). Mark made swift work of dispatching his opponent 21-10 to set up a semi-final against Dave Clarke (Tanworth in Arden). This game could have gone either way with the score staying close to the very end and Mark narrowly winning 21-19.

Ronnie's route to the final started with a bye in the first round. In the second round he met Tony Toal (Woodbourne) who he quickly swept past, winning 21-5. In the quarter's his opponent was Dave Jones (Ward End Social) a slightly tougher game which he won 21-13. The win set him up with a semi-final game against the day's elder statesman Ray Broadfield (The George). I think this was one game too many for Ray as Ronnie swept him away  21-8 to set up the final against Mark.

So to the final, and Ronnie, the most consistent bowler on the day got off to a great start with Mark constantly chasing him. This continued all the way through the final until Mark tried his hardest to pull the game level. One end was a massive two shot swing that put the game out of Marks reach and allowing Ronnie to win 21-17.

Both players now go forward to represent Warwick & Worcester in the BCGBA Jack and Jean Isherwood Championship at Prees in Shropshire on Wednesday 5th July. We wish both players the best of look in the Nationals.

For the full W&W competition draw and results click Here.