History

Last Updated: Wednesday 22nd May 2013 1:28pm

The Bernard Annand Double Fours Trophy
This competition was devised by Bernard Annand with the specific aim of encouraging up and coming bowlers into higher levels of competition. To this end, and in keeping with Bernard's concept, the competition is for such bowlers, with no players with County Badges or previous Winners of the competition entitled to compete. The healthy increase in the numbers of clubs competing is a most encouraging response demonstrating acceptance and support for Bernard's original intention. From 1978 until his death in 1987 the Trophy was competed for on a sectional basis, thereafter the entry was from individual clubs.

The Bernard Annand Double Fours Memorial Shield
The new Memorial Shield, provided in Bernard's memory, was introduced in 2001. It was generally accepted as a resounding success for the more experienced and qualified players. There is only one qualification for eligibility to enter: players must be members of the bowling club they represent.