Category: World Bowls
World Bowls is excited to welcome Ace Sunglasses as a new partner. Designed for bowlers, Ace Sunglasses help players see the green more clearly in a range of light conditions, making it easier to judge line and length while playing. To celebrate the partnership, bowlers around the world can enjoy an exclusive 15% discount across […]
As we celebrate recent honours awarded to former World Bowls President Darryl Clout AM and World Bowls Hall of Fame inductee Betty Collins OAM, we’re revisiting this special conversation from 2022 featuring Darryl, Betty and CEO Neil Dalrymple. The discussion explores the evolution of World Bowls, the unification of the sport, future opportunities for growth, […]
The World Bowls Academy Event Leaders Programme is coming to Glasgow, Scotland in July 2026. Designed for Member Federation staff, event managers, volunteers, administrators and emerging leaders, this programme will provide valuable insights into event strategy, planning and operations while connecting participants with peers from across the global bowls community. Participants will learn from experienced […]
Forty days to go to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games and we start our What it means to be selected feature starting with Wales’ back-to-back reigning men’s pairs gold medallist Daniel Salmon (pictured left) who says: “Being selected for the Commonwealth Games is amazing and means a lot to me. Representing your country at a […]
Expressions of interest are now open for the World Bowls Academy Event Leaders Programme. Taking place in Glasgow, Scotland in July 2026, the programme is designed to support individuals involved in planning, delivering and developing bowls events within their Member Federation or wider bowls community. Participants will learn from experienced event leaders, explore best practice […]
The first National Bowls Championship recently took place at Accra Sports Stadium, bringing together participants from across the community, including para athletes, security services and first-time bowlers. One message came through clearly. Bowls is a sport for everyone. Regardless of age, background or ability, the game continues to create opportunities for connection, inclusion and participation. […]
World Bowls congratulates former President Darryl Clout AM on being recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours with a Member of the Order of Australia (AM) for his service to international sports administration and the community. A former President of World Bowls and current Board Director, Darryl has made an outstanding contribution to the growth […]
The future of bowls events starts with strong leadership. Applications are now open for the World Bowls Academy Event Leaders Programme, taking place in Glasgow, Scotland on 29-30 July 2026. Designed for federation leaders, event managers and future hosts of international events, the programme combines executive learning with live event observation to help strengthen event […]
Your World Bowls Championship schedule🔥 📍 Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa 📅 20 July – 1 August, 2027 🎟️ Get Priority Ticket Access ➡️ bit.ly/WBC27-PriorityAccess When will you be joining us? #WorldBowlsChampionship2027 #wbc27 Source
The countdown is officially on! The 2027 World Bowls Championship will head to Royal Leamington Spa, England from 20 July – 1 August 2027. Over 27 nations will compete across Men’s, Women’s and Para events as the sport’s biggest names battle to become World Champions on one of bowls’ most iconic stages. The Championship returns […]
The WBS rankings have a new men’s No 1. Big movement across the latest World Bowls Series rankings as the lists celebrate their third anniversary. See who’s climbing, who’s entered the Top 10 and the latest changes from around the world: https://www.worldbowls.com/new-mens-no-1-as-wbs-ranking-list-celebrates-third-anniversary/ #WorldBowlsSeries #WorldBowls #Bowls #WBSRankings Source
A special presentation to Ocean Grove Bowling Club following an incredible week hosting the 2026 World Bowls Indoor Championship. World Bowls presented a signed Championship shirt featuring signatures from players across the event as a thank you to the club and community who helped bring the tournament to life. Thank you, Ocean Grove Bowling Club, […]
The 2026 World Bowls Indoor Championship delivered record digital results across World Bowls platforms. A huge thank you to everyone involved across the week including athletes, member nations, volunteers, officials, partners and viewers around the world. Source
World Bowls updated their cover photo. Source
This week as Australia recognises National Volunteer Week World Bowls would like to acknowledge the volunteers across our global bowls community 💙 From ITOs and event staff, to club members preparing venues, committee and board members, markers, coaches, and players who volunteer their own time our sport would not run without you. Across every club, […]