Category: World Bowls

Every Commonwealth Games athlete has a story. Behind every selection are years of training, difficult decisions, setbacks and sacrifices that often go unseen. Australia’s Kelsey Cottrell recently reflected on missing Birmingham 2022, balancing elite sport with family life, and the determination that led to her selection for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games Her story is a […]

New World Bowls toss coins are now available for A$10.00 each 🔵🔴 Shop via https://www.worldbowls.com/product/world-bowls-flipping-coin/ Source

🌏 𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗕𝗢𝗪𝗟𝗦 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗢𝗢𝗥 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗠𝗣𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗛𝗜𝗣 We’re thrilled to share the official schedule for the 2026 World Bowls Indoor Championship – coming to Ocean Grove Bowling Club in May 2026! 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗟𝗘 Monday 11th May – Practice Day Tuesday 12th May – Day 1 Wednesday 13th May – Day 2 Thursday 14th May – Day 3 […]

What does it take to consistently perform on the world stage? Strong athletes are built through strong environments, and that starts long before competition begins. In a recent interview with Bowls International, Bowls Scotland Pathway Lead Wendy Purdie discusses the importance of structured training, athlete development and creating high-performance environments. Drawing on experience in both […]

The countdown is on. In just one week, bowls and para bowls begin at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. #Glasgow2026 #WorldBowls Source

Families have always been part of the fabric of bowls. Across the Commonwealth, the sport is passed from one generation to the next, creating opportunities for families to share experiences that few other sports can offer. At Glasgow 2026, that story continues with siblings Milika and Chad Nathan, who will proudly represent Tonga together at […]

For the first time in Commonwealth Games history, the playing rinks for Bowls and Para Bowls will be named in honour of four World Bowls Hall of Fame legends. David Bryant CBE (England), Robert Weale (Wales), Ellen Falkner MBE (England) and Siti Zalina Ahmad (Malaysia) will each have a rink named in recognition of their […]

The countdown is on. The Bowls and Para Bowls draw and competition schedule for the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games have been released, confirming our sport will provide the first sporting action of the Games. Following unprecedented demand from Commonwealth Games Associations, an extra day of competition has been added, giving even more opportunities for athletes […]

Every Commonwealth Games leaves athletes with different memories, but many of the themes remain the same. The excitement of representing your country, sharing a village with athletes from across the Commonwealth, the support of volunteers, and introducing bowls to people experiencing the sport for the very first time all make the Games unlike any other […]

Glasgow 2026 represents more than another major event for bowls. It is an opportunity to showcase the sport’s inclusivity, adaptability and value on the global stage. In this one-to-one, World Bowls CEO Neil Dalrymple shares why the Commonwealth Games could be a defining moment for the future of bowls. Originally featured in the July 2026 […]

With Glasgow 2026 fast approaching, Bowls and Para Bowls athletes are preparing to compete for one of the most distinctive medals in Commonwealth Games history. The Glasgow 2026 prize medal features braille and tactile elements for the first time, with a design inspired by Glasgow’s coat of arms, landmarks and industrial heritage. For athletes, it […]

The countdown to bowls at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games is on. In just 14 days, athletes from across the Commonwealth will take to the rinks in pursuit of Commonwealth Games medals. #Glasgow2026 #CommonwealthGames #WorldBowls Source

🏆 What a night for Ocean Grove Bowling Club 🏆 We’re incredibly proud to share that we’ve been recognised at the! Community Clubs Victoria Awards, winning: 🥇 Best Redevelopment 🥇 Sports & Entertainment Award …and were honoured to be named a Finalist for Club of the Year. These achievements belong to our entire community. Thank […]

What makes the Commonwealth Games different from every other bowls event? For many athletes, it is the pinnacle of their career. Unlike World Bowls events, the Commonwealth Games places bowls within a much larger multi-sport environment, where athletes live, compete and share the experience alongside thousands of competitors from across the Commonwealth. In his latest […]

Create or update your World Bowls ID and be in the draw to win 🎟️👕 Ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games, affiliated players are encouraged to create or update their World Bowls ID account on Match Center. Eligible players who complete their account between 8 July and 20 July 2026 will go into the draw […]