How often do you play indoor: 2 to 10 games a year only
Which format do you prefer to play: Outdoor
Reason: Only had limited exposure to indoor events which have been mainly internationals
Make, model, size, colour and weight of bowls used for each format:
I use predominantly 1 set for all conditions in Australia
size 4, Henselite, EVO
Person who introduced you to bowls: My Father, Mick Duprez
Who has been the biggest influence on your bowling career:
My father
Who would you most like to meet: Tiger Woods
Interests outside bowls:
Family, Fishing, Festivities following the Fermentation process
Childhood Sporting hero: Steve Waugh
Most memorable moment in life:
The births of our 2 sons
Most memorable moment in bowling career:
Singing the National Anthem with Mark Jacobsen, on top of the dais at the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Malaysia
If you could change one policy/rule what would it be:
Officialdom, there is too much politics in sport
What do you regard as your best or most satisfying achievement in bowls:
Pulling on the Green and Gold Jersey, every time.
Marching into Kuala Lumpur and Machester Commonwealth Games stadiums with the Australian teams and athletes
What goal[s] do you have in bowls: Beer Bowls
At what age did you make your international debut: 23
What year: 1998
How many caps at international: 150
What outdoor green is the best you have played on in the world:
North Coast of NSW, Park Beach, Coffs Ex-Servicemens
What in your opinion would be the best ten greens in Australia:
After playing internationally, I was always of the opinion that we are spoilt and we have the best greens right across the country
In UK [if you have played on any]: Too few games to really comment
Most difficult opponent:
Coming through the ranks was Rob Parella. Unbelievable talent, drive, drive, drive, back hopper.
Alex Marshall - best opponent at international level in high pressure situations, unflappable
Which opponent [if any] do you regularly play that usually beats you: Can't remember. The old man proved hard to knock over at times.
What frustrates you most when playing: The time the game takes
Would you be in favour of players forming their own think-tank and having a place in the management of Australian bowls:
Definately. I have always believed Australian Players should have a Professional Advocate or Professional Players Association to lobby the National body for their playing conditions, sport, family and career balance and the general direction and progression of the sport at all levels. These players have played in and witnessed every level
Do you think respected past and current internationals should be invited to have an input with the Junior set-up to pass on experience and be role models:
Yes
How many major and national titles have you won, which format and discipline:
Estimates - 10 major singles events, 3 state titles, 3 gold medals,1 silver, 1 bronze representing Australia, 40 tournament wins - pairs, trips, fours, 2 premier league titles, over 200 games for NSW in all positions
Which clubs have you belonged to for each format:
Bundanoon, Albion Park, Taren Point, St Johns Park
Which was your first club: Bundanoon
If you have changed clubs why did you move: Career progression |
