A team of bowlers exhibited their ball skills in Basildon to raise money in the name of a diabetic youngster.

The sponsored event for Diabetes UK was organised by Russell Stanton, whose 11-year-old daughter is diabetic.

Striking out for charity - Bowlers Diabetes Russell Stanton, front row, with Cloe, Luke and his brother Gary Picture: ROB BROWNE

Around 21 bowlers took part in the event at Hollywood Bowl on Basildon's Festival Leisure Park.

It is not yet known how much they raised.

Published Tuesday, January 14, 2003