Emu Point brings in a Crowd for Jack attack
As part of the Bowls WA Grant Program, Emu Point Sporting Club organises a Jack Attack program. Over a four week period starting on the 11th January and ending on the 1st of February, 12 teams competed in the clubs inaugural competition.
With a solid turn out of 55 players, some of which played just the one week to replace registered players who were temporarily unavailable, the event brought together and brought in some new Bowlers.
“Jack Attack was a lot of fun even though quite a few of our bowls ended in the gutter! There was a lot of friendship and socialising of all teams during and after the bowling. Well done and yes, I will be back next year.” – A participant gives feedback after the event.
The social aspect played a major part in the success for Emu Point, many participants took advantage of the bar, purchasing drinks before, during and after the game.
Bruce Seymour, Emu Point’s Secretary, emphasises the appreciation to the Members for their support,
“I was very appreciative of the number of Emu Point Club members who assisted in the running of the program. 15 members were involved in a wide range of support roles, some of them every week and others for a week or two.”
One particular effort from a member, M.Murray who took photos and compiled videos of the first night’s competition, where it was then displayed on loop in the clubroom,
“Special thanks to Club member Murray Martin…Participants got a big kick out of seeing themselves on the big screen when they came into the Clubroom after their game.”– Bruce Seymour
The event gathered positive responses from those involved:
“Jack Attack was so much fun. Catching up with family and friends while learning a new sport where there was no pressure to do well. The four weeks were very enjoyable. It was very well organised, and everyone seemed to have a great time. My team is already talking about entering the next Jack Attack.” – Participant gives feedback
“There is a real buzz around the Club with the Jack Attack program.” – Comment by a Club Member
Although no immediate non-bowlers have taken up the mantle of becoming a member yet, there was still a lot of interest around the next jack attack, a multitude of participants asking when they can join in again.
Emu Point plans on running another Jack Attack in January 2024, aiming to contact all the bowlers this year. Inviting them to participate once again. Additionally other’s have showed interest in playing next time as they unfortunately missed out previously.
The event has introduced the game of Bowls to a number of new people and the club has set up a succesful initiative to gather more members for the future. With a trial of another Jack Attack Competition on sunday afternoons later this year its only a matter of time before new members enter the club.
Those involved have organised an event that engages with its community on and off the green, a great representation of the Bowls WA Grant program that aims to have member clubs positively connect with more people, in more ways, more often.
