HEREFORDSHIRE bowlers tried their hand at skittles - and ended up winning their league after losing just one game.

The bowlers - all regular players for Brimfield and Little Hereford Bowling Club - strolled to victory with two games to spare.

Their full record against nine teams was won 16, drew one and lost one in an impressive opening season at the game.

Team “lead” Lynne Allen achieved highest female score, Stan Beale was second highest for the men and the team notched up the highest score over the five months competition, 186.

“There are some tough and very experienced teams in the league and it was very pleasing to come out on top,” said club captain, Dave Evans. “All 14 players made brilliant contributions over the season.”

All games were staged at the sports club in Haynall Lane, Brimfield.