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Cattle breed supremacy decided over friendly game of indoor bowls

Te Awamutu Courier
12 Jun, 2018 03:00 AMQuick Read

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John Ellis believes jersey cows are superior performers.

John Ellis believes jersey cows are superior performers.

In the 1990s local Holstein Friesian and Jersey Cattle Clubs decided to engage in some friendly rivalry on the indoor bowling mat following a discussion between breeders, and indoor bowling enthusiasts, Phil Rye and John Ellis.

It was supposed to be a one-off event, but the challenge was taken seriously and became an annual event, held alternately between Mangapiko and Te Kawa venues each May with a cup and bragging rights at stake.

This year the clubs celebrated the 25th anniversary — with a special cake being made, which was cut by the event originators.

They say the annual tournament has been a lot of fun for all the participants — a night where breed issues are put aside for some friendly camaraderie.

For the record, the Holstein Friesians took at the 25th anniversary tournament, but trail the Jerseys 14-11 overall.

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