WELL Developed continued their push for their highest ever finish in the Studley Skittles League with a narrow win over Lodge Farmers.

They edged into fourth spot in a game where the lead changed three times.

Developed finally secured the win with the penultimate ball from Martin Brennan who totalled 35. Team-mates Janina Brennan and Pauline Withers made 34 each, while Lodge Farmers who could yet finish fourth themselves, had Alan Rumble making 39 and Steve Smith and Glyn Morley 35 each.

Chris and Gerry Show can finish no higher than sixth following defeat against Jumbo Jet Set.

Jumbos had two good leg scores which sealed the win as Rich Johnston made 38.

Usual high fliers, Swan, eased to a comfortable win against Alley Cats.

Champions, Engineers came unstuck when producing, for them, a poor total and Alcester Nomads took full advantage.

Ahead by 10 pins after two legs, they steadily pulled away to win comfortably thanks to Mac Eaton’s 46.

Results: Well Developed 8pts (317 pins) - Lodge Farmers 3pts (315 pins); Chris & Gerry Show 4pts (301) - Jumbo Jet Set 7pts (322); Swan 9pts (313) - Alley Cats 2pts (294); Team BG 8pt (331) – Swingers 3pts (298); Alcester Nomads 9pts (326) – Engineers 2pts (317).