Anna

He had arrived in Perth in 1994 and, on deciding to join Sorrento, immediately came under the care of the legendary Arthur Richards who passed away not so long ago at the age of 99.

For two years he played social bowls with Joe “Fatcat” Stowe before being flung into second division as a Lead in Pennants – an experiment he said that lasted only three weeks. Over the years Alex filled many positions on the green and for two years (1999-2000) was Chairman of the Match Committee. It has been known to amuse opposition Pennant players that Alex used to indeed play third, but in more recent times, with Jim Portwood his able lieutenant as third, he has been a successful skipper.

Last season Alex was part of the fourth division squads on Thursday (Gold) and Saturday (Blue) that, although missing the finals, finished well clear of the relegation zone. Alex may have taken a long time to find us but as far as Sorrento is concerned the wait has been worth it. There are plenty of members who will second that.

– Jim Woodward

Anna!

Anna was 79 years old and lived on the third floor of a boarding house. Despite her age, she was still a real pistol packin’ mama. However, one day she fell and broke her leg. An ambulance drove her to the hospital where a doctor put a cast on it. When he was done, he warned her, “Now don’t be walking up or down any stairs, okay?” Anna nodded, and thought that this sounded reasonable.

A few weeks later, the doctor took off the cast. “So, can I climb stairs now?” Asked the little old lady. “Yes,” he replied. “Thank goodness!” She said. “I’m sick and tired of climbing up and down that drainpipe!” – Thanks to Ian Wittber for this contribution

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