Surprise wins at both ends of the Division 2 table but Clayton West carry on regardless.

An update on the collection of the £1 per bowler levy which was introduced by the BCGBA to fund the national strategy.

It is top v bottom clash in Division 3 and a top two Mirfield derby match in Division 5 this Wednesday.

The top four Division 1 teams play each other with lots at stake.

Catering for outside sporting events is big business and the one hot drink guaranteed to recreate the days of old is Bovril.

Hemplow A head the Division 8 table but now meet the team that beat them on the opening day of the season.

The unbeaten Clayton West team expect to confirm their title credentials this Tuesday when playing Marsh United.

The first paper entry form deadline for the Pairs KO competition is this Wednesday for Division 3 bowlers. Online Entry Form for all divisions.

Is your club aware of and complying with the completion and submission of this BCGBA paperwork? How is this linked to the £1 Levy?

It is party time and the host clubs are opening their doors (and bars) ready to celebrate the festive season. Get your tickets now.

The Division 10 top 2 teams meet and Elland WMC will be keen to confirm their new status as the Division 4 leaders when taking on Brockholes A.

Make sure you get a gift you really want this year. A bowling gift for a bowler is your call.

Despite none of the top 4 Division 7 teams winning this week, they all hang on to their positions and the Division 6 leaders win top 2 clash.

A frosty start to matches on Wednesday but the sun came out to help Slaithwaite see off a threat from Lindley Lib B.

Five wins from the first 5 fixtures shows the determination of the reigning Champions to make a hat-trick of titles. Action photoshoot.

I am grateful to Bill Blackburn for sharing some old photographs from Lindley BC including one of a horse being ridden on the green.

Hemplow A jump two places to take over the top position in the Division 8 table after beating the leaders 8-0.

Clayton West continue to lead the way in the Division 2 title race.

Two of the three gaps in Division 10 have now been filled. One to go. First come, first served.

The two top teams in Division 6 have 100% win records. One of those will go this week.