Congratulations to Julie Gardner for securing victory in the W&W Ladies Individual Merit, prevailing over Mandy Williams with a score of 21-17 at the Warwick & Worcester Ladies Merit event hosted at Boldmere Sports on Monday, May 6th. The merit attracted a total of 18 ladies on the Bank Holiday Monday, with thrilling preliminary matches between Emily Kernick & Maureen Gamble and Shannon Kernick & Anne O'Loughlin. Emily and Shannon emerged victorious from their matches, securing places in the final 16-competition and setting up an exciting clash against each other.

In the round of 16, Julie triumphed over Jayne Bates with a score of 21-17, while Mandy Williams defeated Deb Spencer 21-15 to secure their spots as finalists. Notable winners from this round included Shannon beating her sister Emily 21-18, Wendy Bennett besting Jackie Manders 21-16, Sharnie Harvey overcoming Jodie Pritchard 21-20, Mena Jones outplaying Diane Hearnden with a score of 21-15, Olivia Fishwick securing a victory over Jenny Walsh 21-13, and Michelle Jones defeating Sarah Hall 21-18 in the final match.

The Quarter-finals saw Julie facing off against Shannon, Wendy engaging in a match against Sharnie, Mandy Williams confronting Mena Jones, and Olivia Fishwick challenging Michelle Jones. Julie emerged victorious with a score of 21-14, while Mandy Williams secured a 21-13 win, advancing alongside Sharnie Harvey with a close 21-20 win over Wendy and Michelle Jones who triumphed 21-11 over Olivia.

Moving into the Semifinals, Julie was up against Sharnie and Mandy faced off against Michelle. Julie secured a 21-18 victory, and Mandy triumphed 21-16, setting the stage for an exciting final showdown to determine the competition's winner.

The day showcased exceptional talent in bowling, and a special thanks to Boldmere Sports for providing the use of their bottom green throughout the event.

Best wishes to the four players advancing to the All-Britain event on July 13th!

To view the full W&W competition draw and results, click Here.