-----------------TIM MURRAY PREVIEW ROUND FIFTEEN---------------------

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February 22, 2007

------------------ ROUND 15 PREVIEW ONE WHITE


What a round we are in for this weekend. Every game will have a bearing on either the top four or relegation. I am really looking forward to the results as all sides will be giving 100% on Saturday.

Scarborough vs Dalkeith/Nedlands

In the first round Dalkeith won this clash on the last end. I expect Scarborough to give a bold showing but favour Dalkeith led by the irrepressible Mark Krajancic and ably supported by the brilliant Luke Richardson to win this one.
I also expect Dinko Golem to end his run of “outs” and return to winning form.

Luke Richardson Dalkeith (pictured) A brilliant young player and wonderful addition to Dalkeith's list

Scarborough at home are never easy and with Barry Powell, Geoff White and Steve Stokes rinks all in good form they will make it difficult. Scarborough’s best player Ron Kuziela will be looking to return to the winners circle after a lean run in pennants this season.

My Tip: Dalkeith/Nedlands

South Perth vs Victoria Park

The winner of this game will probably finish in the top two so there’s a lot to play for. Victoria Park’s form prior to the break was awful whilst South Perth’s was very good. My head tells me to stick with the “Reds” but I am going to select South Perth.

My Tip: South Perth

Kardinya vs Yokine

Kardinya are making a strong run at the four whilst Yokine struggle to avoid being sucked down to One Blue.
As I have written all year Yokine have plenty of good players but you cannot go past the form of Kardinya who have defeated Victoria Park & Dalkeith at their last two outings.

My Tip: Kardinya

Safety Bay vs Warwick
This is a big game for both clubs but in particular Warwick. They need to win and keep winning.
Both sides were good winners last week but I am going to stick my neck out and go for the “Magpies” down at the Bay.

My Tip: Warwick

Thornlie vs Gosnells
The Derby will create much interest as the rivalry between these two clubs is intense. Thornlie have really slipped over the last couple of weeks whilst Gosnells have been inconsistent but better than Thornlie. I will select Thornlie “Ravens” but not with a great deal of confidence.

My Tip: Thornlie

NOTE TO BOWLS WA:

The three sides favoured to be demoted from One White this season are Warwick, Scarborough & Yokine (all North teams). Which One will you send south next year?
Poor old Midland/Morrison copped the rough end of the pineapple this year. Who will be the victim next year?
Another glaring example of the stupidity of the decision to change the Blue and Gold format.

Will fix table next week

One White Premiership Table
Club	Played	Won	Lost	Drawn	Rink Wins	For	Agst	Points	Per %
Vic Park	13	9	4			1100	981	68.5	112. 13
Dalkeith	14	10	4			1119	912	74 .5	121. 48
Sth Perth	13	9	4			1045	983	67	100.70
Thornlie	14	8	6			917	813	62	112. 89
Kardinya	14	8	5	1		989	1000	56	98. 90
Safety Bay	14	5	8			1002	1092	43	98. 63
Gosnells	14	5	7	1		1004	1083	45	89. 63
Yokine	14	4	10			992	1100	37. 5	88. 49
Scarborough	14	4	9			968	1043	36. 5	92 .78
Warwick	14	4	10			926	1105	30	87. 92