Singapore youths dominate Boy’s U12
After winning this year's Inter-Primary Championship with 3 gold and 2 bronze medals, Sean was determined to make the finals this time round and made it he did with style. The Singaporean fired 258, 245 and 187 for a splendid total of 689.
"I'm so glad to have made the finals and I'll do my best and not let both my parents and coaches down," said Sean, who is trained by Adam Chew and has a sister, Sarah Grace Wong following his footsteps and bowls regularly.
Starting moderately with 209, Leong stepped up his pace with 246 and 247 to the delight of his team-mates and coach, Thomas Fox. This is his fourth appearance at the junior tournament and is determined to come away with at least a podium finish in the finals.
National youth champion, Muhd Jaris Goh improved his earlier attempt with 655 after a cracking opening game of 268 but slowed down with 206 and 181 hi shis last two games. Darren Ong also improved with 665 on lines of 203, 227 and 235.
Half of the 18 Girl's Under-15 qulifiers are currently from Singapore and they will certainly give their opponents strong challenges during the finals on Tuesday, December 14. The Under-12 finals will be held on Monday, December 13.
Detailed scores: Boy's U12 Qualifying | Girl's U15 Qualifying | Boy's U15 Qualifying.