two complete rounds.

However, their position is becoming more tenuous following recent action when second placed Marlboro stunned the defending champions 19-11 in a reversal of an earlier meeting.

Led by Leon Smith's top series (649) and assisted by Doug Hines' 608, Marlboro posted the top team game (996) and top series (2,899).

Chris Leverock, Ty Williams and Antoine Jones posted series of 618, 613 and 611 respectively, but were unable to offset Marlboro. Williams even added a high game of 266, one that included 11 strikes.

The next match of the night witnessed Lite Ice seize a 20-10 victory over Thompson, as Lionel Dowling announced his return to action by rolling the second individual high series (624) to lead the winners.

In other matches Franklin Travel swamped highly regarded Dr. Pepper 21-9, with Kevin Swan excelling, New Mix Ups took advantage of Stevedoring Services' short-handedness to triumph 16-14, and Spoilers surprised Team Spirit 27-3.

Tonight's schedule: Thompsons v Stevedoring Services; Spoilers v Team Spirit; Dr. Pepper v Tools & Equipment; New Mix Ups v Marlboro; Franklin Travel v Lite Ice.

By and Sell continue to head the Barritt's Sportsmen's League standings following an emphatic 20-7 triumph over Social Club.

Kevin Minors, with an individual high game of 245 and Jim Godwin (214) spearheaded the victory charge for Buy & Sell, which extended their lead over second placed Pembroke Juniors.

Juniors had only themselves to blame, as they were upset by fourth ranked Mini Forwarders 15-12 despite Antoine Jones turning in the night's best individual series (611).

Responding for Mini Forwarders was Norris Caines, whose 585 series led his team, who totalled 2,546 on the night, compared to 2,538 for the losers.

Remaining matches saw Sparks defeat Warwick Reds 19-8 to hold onto third place, while Young Blood edged Warwick Whites 14-13.

Saturday's schedule Social Club v Mini Forwarders; Warwick Whites v Warwick Reds; Sparks v Young Blood; Pembroke Juniors v Buy & Sell Bowlers are reminded of the Mixed Doubles Valentines tournament on Sunday, February 12. Entry forms are available at the front desk at Warwick Lanes.