Bowling matches went ahead in sweltering conditions despite recent warnings from authorities.
An edict was issued by Bowls England and the Hertfordshire Bowling Association on June 24, urging clubs to prioritise player welfare in extreme weather.
However, some matches have been rescheduled.
Batchwood Hall Bowling Club played against Welwyn & District Club in the HB Club Competition.
The match took place in the evening in temperatures exceeding 30C.
Batchwood won two out of three rinks, with an overall score of 48-23, and will proceed to the next round against Harpenden.
Brian Parkes, Batchwood's treasurer, also played an officer's singles match at Potters Bar Bowls Club, winning 21-8.
In the Watford Vets Pairs competition, Brian Parkes and Chris Kelly narrowly won a match at Radlett, with Parkes securing victory with his final bowl.
Batchwood won 16-14 and now advance to round three.
The St Albans Verulamium Rotary Club also joined for a friendly game during the heatwave.
The temperature was again in the low 30s.
Batchwood picked two rinks in partial shade to shield the Rotarians from the sun.
The match ended with a group photo and a request for a repeat event.
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