A BENCH has now been sited along the Bridgewater Canal in the memory of young member Jack Bellis, who tragically lost his life last year.

‘Jack’s Bench’, as it will be known, is sited on the canal bank between Grappenhall and Stanney Lunt Bridges. Thanks to all those who gave donations, and Jack’s dad Andy is putting the residue, amounting to £350, into our junior fund.

Also, the support of the Manchester Ship Canal Company and local residents is appreciated.

The Mersey Series starts again on the 16th, when the coarse fishing season re-opens following the enforced 90 day lay-off.

Last weekend a team of members strimmed around pegs, carrying out repairs and general tidying ready for the big day on Sunday.

Both our Supercup teams had a close run affair in round two of their respective matches.

Our ‘green team’ fished against Trafford Angling Supplies at Partridge Lakes and drew on points, but got through on weight count back with 186lbs 11ozs 0drs against Traffords 184-4-0.

Sadly our other team lost out by a mere 2½ozs.

Mandi and Mark Aitchison managed a tench session on Grey Mist Mere last week, where for a change Mark managed to outdo his wife with 14 tench against her six.

All the fish were males, as the females were all waiting to spawn.

Rhys Cattermole had a great morning session on Woodshaw Reservoir this week, catching more than 30 crucians up to a pound on dead maggots and soft pellet.

Keep sending in your catch reports to 01928 716238 or frank@warrington-anglers.org.uk.

HQ 52, Parker Street is open between 7pm and 9pm on Friday, for subscriptions, new memberships/night permits or any queries.

Results: Woodshaw Junior Summer Series: 1, Lewis Turner 4-10-0; 2, Megan Hornby 3-13-0; 3, Dillon Crompton 3-11-0; 4, Paul Foster 3-9-0. Junior Summer Series (Brookside): 1, Callum Brown 20-0-0; 2, Chelsea Jukes 8-0-0; 3, Jack Eaton 3-6-0. Intermediates: 1, Jon Andrews 23-4-0; 2, Daniel Burton 13-2-0; 3, Adam Harman, Ryan Brown 4-0-0. Minnows Summer Series: 1, Charlie Forrester 13-11; 2, Ethan Owen 12-0; 3, Luke Chambers 6-5; 4, Jake Braid 2-12. Disabled and Over 60s: 1, Alan Brown 1-12-12; 2, Graham Belton 1-10-12; 3, Trev Bainbridge, Jimmy Byrne 1-8-4.

Forthcoming events: Sunday: Mersey Series, draw 9am at Victoria Park. Monday: Disabled and Over 60s, draw at 10am at Star Inn. Call John Dagnall on 635486. Woodshaw Reservoir Series: This match runs for nine consecutive weeks ending with a prize presentation and BBQ on August 9. Draw at 5pm onwards on our car park. Harold Parker Shield, draw at 6pm on Beech Road. Tuesday: Minnows Summer Series, draw at 6pm on canal bank opposite Euclid Avenue. Call Helen or Dave on 635486. Wednesday: Mystery Pairs Open to Adults/Juniors/ Inters. Call Helen or Dave on 635486.