Ok for those of you who guessed it right congratulations. I could have listed everything Terry had won or done but that would have narrowed it down even more. I am sure there have been some great bowlers to walk the timber but Terry would have to be one of the greatest ever. His list of achievements is as follows.
1974
Melbourne Cup
1979
Australian / Hawaiian Invitational
1980
Queensland Open, Perth Cup
1981
South Pacific Classic
1982
Pepsi Invitational, NSW Open
1983
Pepsi Invitational
1984
South Australian Open, Sydney Cup
1985
Sydney Cup, Koolfoam Classic, Brisbane Cup
1990
Koolfoam Classic
1992
Australian Open, Australian Masters
Terry also won some 30 plus other events including:
4 x Orange Opens
3 x Liverpool Cups
2 x Newcastle Cups
2 x Rachuig titles
2 x ATBA events
City and NSW Masters
Winfield Classic - New Zealand
Canberra Open
Australian Marathon - Clayfield
Australian Invitational – Mascot
Represented Australia Helsinki – 1987
Brunswick World Open – 1995
Country Challenge – Warrawong
Terry has also won two events in two different states in the one day, how many bowlers out there could also boast about winning at least one title in all of the last four decades. Terry also won his first Junior National Title in 1966, yes that’s correct 1966 and some 40 years later with equipment changes and a different mental approach to the game, he is still more than competitive. Terry can always be found either in a bowling centre or more than likely be found happily enjoying the sunshine on a golf course in Sunny QLD these days. Terry is always willing to share his thoughts or experiences about the game with anyone who stops him in his path, and believe you me he has had some great stories to tell. He has given me some great advice on and off the lanes and I am sure he has with many others also, so don’t be afraid to ask him.
Terry’s bowling career is far from over as he still has set his goals on winning a Major title in this decade to be the only bowler to win Major titles in four decades and then he is done …
On finishing I thank you Terry for giving up your time and allowing me to give the younger generation an insight on what a great bowling career you have. Good luck with you r new goals.
The next “who am I” will be a little tougher.
Adrian the Ball is under lock and Key sorry!!!!!!