Clarence Bowling Club's Men have won the Championship title, clinching promotion to the top flight.

The triumph comes after a turbulent couple of years which had culminated in demotion.

Captain Gordon Leigh led the recovery this season.

Their return to the top division, as well as the league title, was secured with a 92-92 draw against Victoria Vikings.

Despite it being one of the team's weaker performances this season, a significant contribution from players Phil Lewis, Ken Marshall, and Mick Edlin ensured victory.

Leigh thanked all club members and sets sights on competing with the top teams next year.

M Field, B Benstead, G Owen 14-15; P Lewis, K Marshall 23-7; M Fry, D Grier, A Cord 12-17; B Benn, D James, N Martin 19-24; M Harryman, G Sansam, B Sweet 11-18; M Mellow, T Mannion, G Leigh 13-11.