The Isle of Man successfully retained its title in the annual inter-club tenpin bowling challenge against Wigan after a competitive three-day tournament at Energy FM Bowl in Ramsey.
A team of 12 Manx bowlers faced 12 visitors from Wigan across a packed schedule of Singles, Doubles and Trios matches, with the event showcasing strong performances and sporting camaraderie throughout the weekend.
Among the standout Manx results, Tom Leach recorded the highest scratch singles series of 611 and a high game of 237 on Friday, while Chris Stephens claimed the highest handicap singles game (274) and series (766) on Sunday.
Wigan’s Carl Taylor posted the tournament’s highest scratch game of 246 and finished with the most pinfall overall with 2,523 pins.
Fellow Wigan bowler Luke Johnstone achieved the highest handicap game of the competition with 294 and teamed up with Gareth Mayhew to record the highest doubles series of 1,342.
The Isle of Man secured overall victory with 297 points, finishing ahead of Wigan on 219 points to retain the trophy.
