Howick Bowling Club

🎳 Howick Bowling Club Men's & Women's Open Singles 🎳

What an incredible response to this year's Men's & Women's Open Singles, with record entries making it one of the biggest and most competitive editions of the tournament yet.

Over the past few weeks, spectators and players have been treated to some outstanding bowls, with closely contested matches, remarkable comebacks, and plenty of high-quality performances on display.

As the competition now moves into the business end of the tournament, the pressure rises and every bowl becomes more important. The playoff charts are attached, and the remaining contenders will be looking to book their place in the finals and ultimately lift the coveted Open Singles titles.

Congratulations to all players who have progressed this far, and thank you to everyone who has supported the event, both on and off the greens.

Who will hold their nerve and emerge as the 2026 Champions?

Check out the attached playoff charts and follow the action as we head towards an exciting conclusion.

Play more bowls, have more fun! 🎳🏆

Three’s Company 242, sponsored by Dormehl Phalane Howick, J Leslie Smith and Oakleigh Funeral Homes, was held at Howick Bowling Club on Friday, 8 May 2026.

A stunning Autumn afternoon provided the perfect setting for a day of brilliant bowls, with plenty of quality play and close encounters throughout the tournament.

The surprise package of the day was Gerry Smal and Pat Bennet, who led the competition at the halfway stage and kept the pressure on the more fancied teams.

Traditionally played over 10 ends on either side of tea, this months event was extended to 12 ends, which meant the final few ends were contested in drastically fading light, adding even more tension to several tight finishes.

The tournament was eventually won by husband-and-wife combination Jack & Ann Allan, with father-and-son pairing Mark & Jordan Taylor finishing runners-up. Frans Brooks & Stephanie Crause claimed third spot, while the Plate Prize went to Olwen Gibbs and Rowena Muir.

A wonderful afternoon of bowls and fellowship enjoyed by all.

Howick Bowling Club Men’s Open Singles 🏆

What a stunning Autumn day at Howick Bowling Club as the Men’s Open Singles sectional play got underway.

A big thank you to Greenkeeper Jack Allan and greenstaff member Ernest for preparing the greens so beautifully for the day’s play. 👏

There were some awesome games on display throughout the day, with plenty of competitive bowling and quality shots all around.

A few results deserve special mention:

⭐ 13-year-old Roarke Heyns recorded a superb win over John Spence.
⭐ 14 year old Jordan Taylor set up a tantalising clash against seasoned campaigner Larry Williams, with Larry having to dig deep for a hard-fought 21-17 victory.

Huge thanks to all the players who came out and completed their sectional games, and to the spectators who came along to support and enjoy the action. 🙌

This competition is heating up nicely… 👀🔥

📌 Players have 7 days to complete their next round matches.

👀 Watch this space for future results!👀

The Howick Bowling Club Mixed Pairs got underway on 27 March with a fantastic 39 teams (78 players) — a record entry for our club!

Since then, we’ve seen scintillating games and plenty of upsets, with some thrilling bowls on display.

Now it’s down to the business end of the competition:
👉 Semi Finals: Tuesday 14 April
👉 Final: Thursday 16 April

Join us on Tuesday for the Semi Finals — whether you’re coming to support from the sidelines or to enjoy some Tabs on the surrounding rinks, it promises to be a great afternoon of bowls!

The Inaugural Clive Keppler Fours was proudly hosted at Howick Bowling Club on Sunday, 12 April, with generous sponsorship from Howick Mirror & Glass.

A full house saw two greens of competitive fours action. The day began under a light drizzle but soon turned into beautiful sunshine, setting the stage for a fantastic day of bowls.

After a series of hard-fought matches, the competition came down to a nail-biting finish. Emerging victorious and claiming the R4000 first prize were Bradley Robinson, Brandon Nel, Clint Nortje, and Calsey Hollis.

Runners-up honours went to Craig Booth, Peter Nicholas, Vanessa Francis, and Lyle Evans, while third place was secured by a special family team spanning three generations – Hennie Heyns, Erika Heyns, Quinton Heyns, and Roarke Heyns.

Session prizes, kindly part-sponsored by Fairfield Dairy, added to the excitement throughout the day.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to all the volunteers whose efforts ensured the success of the event. Special appreciation to the Keppler sons and Howick Mirror & Glass for continuing the legacy of the late Clive Keppler, a valued member of the club.

Proceeds from the day will go towards the ongoing growth of the club, with a particular focus on developing Junior Bowls – a cause close to Clive’s heart

We still have 3 more spaces left in our Clive Keppler Fours Sponsored by Howick Mirror & Glass.

Entries to Mark on 082 758 1246

Exciting Times Ahead for The Harvard House Group

The Harvard House Group, one of the valued sponsors of Howick Bowling Club, will soon be undergoing an exciting revamp of their premises in Harvard Street.

It will be wonderful to see the transformation and face-lift of this iconic 54-year-old building. If the upgrade reflects the exceptional service and professionalism they consistently deliver, then the finished product is sure to be superb.

Howick Bowling Club extends its very best wishes to the directors and staff of The Harvard House Group as they navigate the next 8 to 9 months of renovations. We look forward to seeing the exciting new chapter unfold!

EXCITING NEWS!
For the past 54 years, our building has proudly stood on Harvard Street, Howick. While it has seen a few changes over the years, the time has come for a full revamp.
Over the next 8–9 months, you may notice demolition, drilling, painting, and other construction activity. We’ll do our very best to keep disruptions to a minimum, but sometimes even the best laid plans can cause a little noise.
We truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this exciting transformation. Once complete, Harvard House will look refreshed, modern, and greatly improved — ready to serve our community for many more years to come.
Thank you for being part of this journey with us! ❤️

JS Automotive Bosch Car Service Howick Sponsored Pro 10 – Match Report

The Howick Bowling Club hosted an exciting day of competitive bowls yesterday with the staging of the JS Automotive Bosch Car Service, Howick Sponsored Pro 10. Players were treated to excellent conditions and a well-run event, producing high-quality bowls and close contests throughout the day.

Top honours went to the impressive trio of Quinton Heyns , Dutchie Le Roux, and birthday boy 13-year-old Roarke Heyns, who combined skill, consistency, and teamwork to claim the overall victory. Roarke’s win made the occasion even more special, celebrating his birthday with a standout performance against seasoned competition.

Finishing in second place was the experienced combination of Clark Logan, Stewart McConnachie, and Douglas Logan , who played strongly throughout the tournament and pushed the winners hard in the latter stages.

Third place was secured by Frans Brooks, Stephanie Crause , and Jay Hichens, whose steady play and determination earned them a deserved podium finish.

The Plate prize was claimed by Craig Whitby , Mark Taylor , and young visiting bowler Danielle van Staden from Lynwood, who impressed with her composure and contribution alongside her teammates.

Lets not forget to mention our gakant sportsman's prize winners Sindi, Gerry and Sue.

The Howick Bowling Club extends its thanks to JS Automotive Bosch Car Service Howick for their generous sponsorship, as well as to all players and supporters who contributed to a successful and enjoyable Pro 10 event. We wish everyone a safe and funfilled festive season.

OUR CLUB HAS HAD A REVAMP!

A huge thank you to Belgotex Carpets for the donation of carpets to refit our entire bowling section at the Sports Club.

Receiving this donation was the first step of the process. We then had to find someone to install it, and in stepped Vic Mothilal of Alpha Flooring. Vic’s team are professional, efficient, clean and friendly and come highly recommended.

Special thanks as well to the members who were involved in securing the donation.

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