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British Bowls announcesitsprogramme of events for 2025
We are delighted to confirm plans for a fullprogramme of British Bowls events in 2025.
Representatives of England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales met on Monday 11th and Tuesday 12th November to confirm future governance arrangements, review 2024 events and agree competition plans for 2025 and beyond. Whilst Jersey were unable to attend the meeting, they remain a core member of British Bowls and all five nations will sign aBritish Bowls Collaboration Agreement. A comprehensive Event Manual is also being developed to ensure consistent event delivery between the nations as we work together to build the brand of British Bowls.
World Bowls Chief Executive Neil Dalrymple joined part of the meeting to provide an overview of plans internationally, with the group using this opportunity to take a more strategic view of the wider role that British Bowls can play in future. Discussions included developing the events programme, ensuring the new world rankings system reflects the efforts of British bowlers, maximizing the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games and how we use international events to grow participation.
The season again kicks off with the British Bowls Championships and Internationals at Llandrindod Wells BC, Wales, from Tuesday 24th to Sunday 29th June inclusive. Players from England, Ireland, Jersey, Scotland and Wales will come together to battle for individual and team honours across six days of action-packed bowls.Following positive feedback from players and spectators across all nations, it was agreed that the format for the British Bowls International Series remain multi-discipline with 15 player teams across both the men’s and women’s event. Minor amendments will see the removal of extra ends in individual games plus a review of the points scoring for individual and overall scores.
These events will be followed by the U18 Internationals in Ayr, Scotland, on Sunday 20th and Monday 21st July. This event continues to provide international action for Britain’s top young players.
To top the season off the fiercely competitive British Isles U25 Internationals will also take place in Ayr on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September. It was agreed that the format for this event will follow that of the International Series, with individual disciplines across both genders in order to better support the player pathway to further international honours, and further work is being undertaken by the British Bowls team to finalise details for this event.
England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales will participate in both the U18 and U25 events.
Welsh Lawn Bowls Secretary, Chris Gilmour: “The British Bowls events in 2024 were hugely successful, with very positive feedback from players and spectators, particularly the new International Series format. We enjoyed a very productive two days with colleagues from Ireland, Scotland and England, and, together with Jersey, we look forward to a bright future for British Bowls on and off the green. In 2025, Wales will showcase the British Bowls Event in Llandrindod Wells quickly followed with the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, we look forward to showcasing the best players and inspiring more people to play and watch bowls.”
Dates for your Diary:
Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th June:
British Bowls Championships
Llandrindod Wells BC, Wales
Thursday 26th to Sunday 29th June inclusive:
British Bowls International Series
Llandrindod Wells BC, Wales
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July:
Test Match v Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
Sunday 20th and Monday 21st July:
U18 International Series
National Centre for Bowling, Ayr, Scotland
Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th September:
U25 International Series
National Centre for Bowling, Ayr, Scotland
The funeral of the late Gareth Humphreys MBE will be held on Friday 29th November with a service at 11:30am at All Saints Church, Barry, followed by cremation at Cardiff and Glamorgan Memorial Park and Crematorium. Refreshments will be served at Barry Rugby Club.
OBITUARY - GARETH HUMPHREYS MBE
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Gareth Humphreys, MBE, a cherished figure in Welsh bowls. Gareth began his distinguished career at Penrhys Park Bowling Club in the Rhondda before making Barry Athletic Bowls Club his home.
Gareth played for the Welsh team from 1963 until 1978. Following his bowling career he went on to undertake numerous administative roles. He served as secretary for Glamorgan County and the Welsh Bowling Association, and in 1979, he became President of the Welsh Bowling Association. His leadership continued as he took on the role of President of the British Isles Bowls Council in 1987.
From 1981 to 2007, Gareth was a Welsh selector and served two terms as national team manager from 1989 to 1992 and again from 1997 to 2000. He was also the founding Chairman of the Welsh Coaching Association and played a crucial role in establishing the Welsh Umpires Association. In recognition of his outstanding contributions to the sport, he was awarded an MBE in 2009 for his voluntary services as both a player and administrator.
Gareth’s remarkable achievements included winning a bronze medal in the men’s triples at the 1972 World Outdoor Championships in Worthing and a gold in the British Isles Fours in 1964. He proudly represented Wales in the 1974 Commonwealth Games in New Zealand. His list of achievements go on to include three National Fours titles as well as the Rhondda Recognition Award in 1966 amongst others.
Our thoughts are with Gareth’s family, friends, and all at Barry Athletic Bowls Club.
Photograph courtesy of: Barry Athletic Bowls Club (babowls.co.uk)
Under-18 3-bowl Pairs Competition Held at Llandrindod Wells 01/09/24.
The Competition once again was a success, with thirteen pairs representing eight counties competing in two sections, each pair playing 4 games. Each game lasting one hour or 11 ends.
In section “A” there were 8 teams, with some great games. The Ceredigion pair of Gareth Lloyd Davies & Elis Jones (Tregaron) played very well finishing second, and had an impressive win in their final game defeating Mid Glamorgan’s Ollie Price & Elijah Minett 9-7. The Mid-Wales combination of Alfie Price & Ffion Stephens (Llandrindod Wells) won three games but missed out on qualification for the final after losing heavily to Monmouthshire’s Ethan Simmonds (Pontymister Athletic) & Ioan Cook (Abertillery).With three teams level on 6 points, it was Mid-Glamorgan’s superior shot difference which took them into the final.
In section “B” there were only 5 teams following two withdrawals, but all teams played four games, and there were some very close games. Carmarthen County’s Jack Evans (Kidwelly Town) and Jack Childs (Ammanford Park) played well throughout but lost their third game to Monmouthshire’s pair of Holly Deem (Crosskeys Welfare) & Jack Rees (Blaina) 12-6. West Glamorgan’s Jack Thomas & Billy Flynn (Pontrhydyfen) were involved in two very tight tussles with Monmouthshire & Carmarthen County but unfortunately lost both to scupper their chances of qualifying for the final. In an exciting last round of games, with Carmarthen in a commanding lead over West Glamorgan going into the final end, Monmouthshire trailed 8-9 to Mid-Glamorgan’s Baley Jacka, and Cadin Collins (Blaenrhondda), but managed to pick up a “two” to win 10-9, & finish top of their section
and undefeated with four wins.
The final between Mid-Glamorgan and Monmouthshire was played on rink 5 on green A over 15 ends. The match was close early on, with Monmouthshire’s Holly Deem finding her line & length quickly and Jack Rees capitalising. Monmouthshire led 5-3 on 6 ends, but the Mid-Glamorgan pair gradually began to control the heads with skip Elijah asking Ollie to bring the mat up to the 25M marker playing short jacks to the ditch – the tactic
worked & Mid-Glamorgan picked up a count of “5” on the 10th end, and despite Monmouthshire taking a double on the 11th, it was the Mid-Glamorgan pair who controlled the last three ends with Monmouthshire conceding after 14 ends with the score at 16-9. Congratulations to Mid-Glamorgan who were crowned Under-18 pairs champions 2024 & lifted the Alan Williams trophy
Nick Harris – Competition Secretary.
Champions - Ollie Price and Elijah Minnett Mid Glamorgan
Finalists - Holly Deem and Jack Rees Monmouthshire
The WLB are thankful for the support of Steve Watson from Sporting HIghlights for his photographic coverage of the national finals. You can see many more pictures from Steve's collection by going to his facebook page or web site.
Competitors are reminded that the national competition for under 25 pairs will be played with three bowls per player over 18 ends to fall in line with the British Bowls competition. Winners of these events will qualify for the British Championships next year.
Congratulations to Mid Wales who won the Junior Double Rink competition at Llandrindod Wells following a fantastic final against defending champions Vale of Glamorgan. The final was all square after the allotted 12 ends, but Mid Wales won an exciting “tie breaker” to lift the trophy and remain undefeated in all 5 games.
The final capped an great day of high class bowling from 9 county teams with some very close games. Full results will be posted on the WLB website soon”.
Welsh Lawn Bowls are delighted to welcome on board our new competition secretary, Nick Harris, of Pontymister Athletic bowls club. Nick has many years of experience of both playing and administration and we are confident he will be a great addition to our team.
You can contact Nick regarding anything to do with competitions on the dedicated email address, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
For those interested in the second round of the Carruthers Sheild, the draw will take place later at Whitland bowls club. The numbers to look out for are on this link.
It is with great sadness that I have to notify you all that Jean de Souza passed away today.
Jean fought a long brave battle against her illness but is now at peace.
Jean was not just a Past President of Wales and of her County Glamorgan but she also served both organisations, the Welsh Umpires and Coaching Associations and her Club Mount Pleasant in a number of offices over many, many years.
She worked diligently for the game she loved and will be remembered by so many who have worked with and played alongside her. Her courage and determination in fulfilling her duties as Welsh President so bravely during her illness epitomised her commitment to our sport.
Rest in peace Jean.
Sue Beacham
Hon Sec
Glamorgan County WBA
Competitiors are reminded to try and bring a marker along next Sunday to help the competitions run smoothly.
Please click on the link to see the second trial team, here.
The ladies squad for the British Championships at Royal Leamington Spa in JUne has been selected and can be found here. The mens team is still to be selected following a second trial in Llandrindod on 26th May.
Men & Ladies Under 18 Trials
Ladies Under 25 Trials
Venue: Llandrindod Wells Bowls Club
Arrival: 9:00am
Time: 9:30am
Date: Sunday 19th May 2024
Dress Code: Black Shorts/trousers & club top.
Congratulations to the following players have been selected for consideration international events for the Calendar Year 2024
Ladies Under 25 & Under 18 Trial Selection
Seren Jones | Ammanford Bc |
Megan Jones | Bridgend Municipal Bc |
Ruby Billingham | Bridgend Municipal Bc |
Sophie Regan | Carmarthen Bc |
Lauren Gowen | Cardiff Bc |
Holly Deem | Crosskeys Bc |
Kelcey Thomas | Haverfordwest Bc |
Amy Dyer | Llandeilo Bc |
Cara Dunne | Llandrindod Wells Bc |
Ffion Stephens | Llandrindod Wells Bc |
Rebecca Williams | Loughor Bc |
Rhianna Thompson | Melyn United Bc |
Estee Parry | Merthyr West End Bc |
Emily Lawrence | Merthyr West End Bc |
Anna Lawrence | Merthyr West End Bc |
Sophie Gunter | Merthyr West End Bc |
Skyla Rose Fairhurst | Ogmore Vale Bc |
Libby Harris | Penylan Bc |
Olivia Jackson | Penylan Bc |
Jasmine Staton | Port Talbot Bc |
Lauren Viles | Trelewis Bc |
Elin Davies | Whitchurch Bc |
Ellie Lawrence | Whitchurch Bc |
Emily Mitchell | Whitchurch Bc |
Milly Reynolds | Whitchurch Bc |
Chloe Thomas | Whitland Bc |
Eleanor Davies | Whitland Bc |
Emily Davies | Whitland Bc |
Katie Dickinson | Whitland Bc |
Katie Thomas | Whitland Bc |
Men’s Under 18 Trial Side
Tommy Huffer | Knighton Bc |
Alfie Price | Llandrindod well BC |
Billy Flynn | Pontryhydyfen Welfare Bc |
Jack Thomas | Thomastown Bc |
Jack Rees | Blaina Bc |
Will Mason | Ammanford Bc |
Finn Watkins | Montgomery |
Bruchan Lewis | Kidwelly Bc |
Owain Williams | Kidwelly Bc |
Celyn Gowan | Ely Valley Bc |
Jack Davies | Thomastown Bc |
Elijah Minnet | Merthyr West End Bc |
Tallen Gunter | Merthyr West End Bc |
Ollie Price | Merthyr West End Bc |
Welsh Lawn Bowls are looking to appoint a safeguarding officer, for more information and details of how to apply click on the LINK.
More sad news this week as we learn of the passing of former WBA President Wynford Smith, he was a stalwart for bowls in the Carmarthen area both indoor and out and a former president and life member of the Barbarians. Our condolences are sent to all of his family and friends.
The funeral has been arranged for Friday 5th April, 2:00 pm at Felinfoel Holy Trinity Church, 36 Park Road, Felinfoel. SA14 8BH.
British Isles nations announce packed summer of internationalbowls.
We are delighted to confirm plans for British Isles Bowlsevents for 2024.
The season kicks off with the British Isles Championships andInternationals at Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa, England from Wednesday 26thJune to Sunday 30th June. Players from England, Ireland, Jersey, Scotland and Wales will come together to battle for individual and team honours across five days of action-packed bowls.Taking the lead from World Bowls there will be a change to format at this year’sInternationals to include all disciplines being executed by a 15 player team across the men’s and women’s event.
This will be followed by the U18 Internationals at Belmont, Belfast, Ireland on Sunday 20th and Monday 21st July. This event continues to provide international action for Britain’s top young players.
To top the season off the fiercely competitive British Isles U25 Internationals will also take place in Belfast on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September, and in line with previous years a men’s women’s and a joint team trophy are up for grabs.
England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales will participate in both the U18 and U25 events.
Dates for your Diary:
Wednesday 26thand Thursday 27thJune: British Isles Championships
Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa, England
Friday 28th to Sunday 30th June: British Isles Internationals
Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa, England
Sunday 21st and Monday 22nd July: U18 International Series
Belmont BC, Belfast, Ireland
Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th September: U25 International Series
Belmont BC, Belfast, Ireland
Looking ahead to this years Competitions, Welsh Lawns Bowls Secretary, Chris Gilmour said, “ The talented Welsh players, have a great opportunity to showcase there skills against some of the best bowlers in the British Isles, the excitement to see Wales once again compete in multiple disciplines on the international stage…Let’s Bring Success Back Home To Wales #TeamCymru
The Welsh Lawn Bowls team managers, Anwen Button and Chris Ashman, have put together a four year plan to give our Welsh bowlers the best chance of success. To view their plan, click the link.
It is with great sadness that I write to inform you of the passing of Mr. Len Morgan, past president of the WBA and a life member.
Len was a stalwart of Monmouthshire bowls too serving as president, life member and selector for many year.
Rest in Peace Len.
Announcement of Welsh Team Managers & Selectors.
The Executive Committee have made a decision on the following vacancies.
Team Manager - Ladies Section.
Congratulations to Anwen Button on her appointment as Welsh Team Manager.
Anwen, will be supported by 3 Selectors
Helen Rhian Jones
Kath Evans
Wendy Price
Team Manager - Mens Section
Congratulations to Chris Ashman on his appointment as Welsh Team Manager.
Chris, will be supported by 3 Selectors
Ian Slade
Wayne Letman
Adrian Berry.
The Executive Committee & Welsh Bowls wish you luck for the forthcoming season.
On behalf of the Welsh Lawn Bowls Executive.
Chris Gilmour
Hon. Secretary
Announcement Of Officers.
Welsh Lawn Bowls Executive Committee have appointed its new officers.
Chris Gilmour - Beaufort - Hon.Secretary
Adam King - Gilfach Bargoed - Assistant Secretary
Jean Kimberley - Ynysddu - Assistant Secretary
Kath Evans - Carmarthen - Treasurer
Welsh Lawn Bowls would like to wish them well and ask all clubs, counties and players to give their full support as we continue to drive change within the outdoor game.
WELSH LAWN BOWLS.
Applications are invited from interested individuals who must be current members of a Welsh Lawn Bowls Club for the following posts.
Applications along with a bowls resume should be sent to any of the following by 12.00hrs on Sunday 21st January 2024.
John Phillips.
John Manfeild.
Adam King.
Wynne Evans.
Kath Evans.
The elections for these posts will take place at the Executive Meeting on Thursday 25th January 2024.
WELSH LAWN BOWLS
TEAM MANAGERS JOB DESCRIPTION.
The Team Manager in conjunction with the selectors shall have responsibility for selecting any individual players or teams to represent Welsh Lawn Bowls at National or International Events.
The Team Manager will report to Welsh Lawn Bowls Executive Committee.
Term of Office Four Years, subject to an annual review.
Responsibilities.
Skills Required.
WELSH LAWN BOWLS (WLB)
Welsh Lawn Bowls is the sole Governing Body for Outdoor Flat Green Bowls in Wales.
TREASURER’S ROLE DESCRIPTION
The Treasurer has a role to oversee all aspects of the financial management, working closely with other members of the Executive Committee of the WLB, to safeguard the WLB finances.
It is important to note that although the Treasurer ensures that these responsibilities are met, much of the work may be delegated to a finance sub-committee.
In summary, the Treasurer is responsible for: -
Given these responsibilities, the Treasurer typically acts as an information and reference point for the Chair and other WLB Executive members, clarifying financial implications of proposals, outlining the current financial status and retrieving relevant documentation.
Additional Responsibilities of the Treasurer: -
Funding:
Planning and budgeting:
Financial Reporting:
Banking, bookkeeping and record keeping:
All in all, the WLB Treasurer will be responsible for ensuring that effective financial systems and procedures have been established and are being consistently followed and are in line with best practice and legal requirements.
Apply to John Phillips, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
or John Manfield,
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WELSH LAWN BOWLS
INAUGURAL MEETING THURSDAY 14TH DECEMBER 2023
at MERTHYR TYDFIL INDOOR BOWLS STADIUM COMMENCING at 14.00HRS.
AGENDA.
Finance.
Competitions.
Constitution Review.
In accordance with the constitution of Welsh Lawn Bowls, each member club is allowed to send one delegate to the meeting.
WBA & WWBA UNIFICATION NEWSLETTER. |
As we approach the deadline day for unification the WBA and WWBA have been made aware of uncertainties amongst our grass roots members, in order to address those uncertainties officers of both associations are publishing this newsletter which we hope will put members minds at rest and enable unification to take place smoothly.
What is Unification and how will it work.
The WBA and WWBA are currently singles sex organisations, in order move the sport forward and to continue to access funding from Bowls Wales we need to join together into one organisation whose name will be Welsh Lawn Bowls.
This action will take place during December 2023 when at the respective Annual General Meetings of the WBA & WWBA notices of motion will be put forward to wind up both organisations and transfer their assets over to Welsh Lawn Bowls, an inaugural meeting of Welsh Lawn Bowls will be held as early as possible in December after our AGMs to put in place officers to run Welsh Lawn Bowls.
Officers and Committee Structure of Welsh Lawn Bowls.
Every effort will be made to ensure that all officers post and committees will be gender balanced but to ensure this we require both male and female bowlers to step forward to fill the post that will be advertised.
The initial officer’s structure is as follows.
President 2024 Female.
Secretary,
Assistant Secretary x 2.
Treasurer.
Safeguarding Officer.
When these officers are in place, they will work in conjunction with the Executive Committee to elect members to the sub-committee groups that will be required to run Welsh Lawn Bowls.
Executive Committee.
Each County will be entitled to send one delegate to the Executive Committee, which will be the County Secretary or elected delegate.
At present the men have ten counties whilst the ladies have eight counties, to ensure that gender equality is maintained the ladies will have the option of electing an additional two Executive Committee members from within their ranks, male bowlers will not be entitled to vote on this matter.
The long term aim of Welsh Lawn Bowls is to eventually bring the County Structure into line with each other, again this will be member lead.
Funding.
The funds of both organisations will be transferred by our existing treasurers into a new bank account set up in the name of Welsh Lawn Bowls, any future funding received from Bowls Wales will also be paid into the new bank account.
Competitions and Tournaments.
There are no planned changes to the way our competitions and tournaments will be structured at present, once the new organisation is up and running and bedded in members may wish to instruct the competitions sub-committee to carry out a review of our events, but this will be member lead and member agreed prior to any possible changes.
Overview.
Unification is a fantastic opportunity for lawn bowls in Wales to move forward, it is not a take over of one organisation by one group or another, following unification every member male or female will have equal rights and an equal vote, let us grasp this opportunity with both hands as the alternative is the possible loss of Bowls Wales funding which will be detrimental to Wales as a bowling nation.
2024.
Whilst none of our existing officers have put their names forward for election for the posts in the new organisation they will not be walking away the majority of them will be members of the Executive Committee and will be on hand to offer any guidance or advise the new officers structures call on.
The thoughts behind current officers not applying for the new posts were not to put off new people applying by thinking that the appointments were already a done deal
Questions.
If you have any questions that you require answers to prior to the AGMs please contact any off the following people who have sat on the Unification Group and should be able to put your minds at rest.
John Manfield email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Ciss Jones email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
John Phillips email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Kath Evans email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
The British junior international series will be held in Llandrindod Wells this weekend 16/17 September. Good luck to all competitors, you can find live scoring on this link.
in a rain affected weekend, the Welsh team played some great bowls with the women falling just short but the men retaining the title. Congratulations to everyone who represented the Welsh team.
There are a number of vacancies with job descriptions available for people interested in running the new venture that is Welsh Lawn Bowls. All the information you require is in the descriptions.
Applications can be sent to John Manfield or Ciss Jones.
The final of the junior super 10 competition will take place next Saturday 9th September at Llandrindod Wells Bowling Club. The final commences at 09:30 and will be contested between;
Mid Wales Bowling Association v South Glamorgan Bowling Association
BRITISH ISLES YOUTH U18 INTERNATIONALS: RESULTS
Over the weekend (August 5/6th 2023), RTB Ebbw Vale Bowls Club hosted the British Isles Youth International Series. Teams were made up of six boys and six girls from each nation. In a very strong field of youth players the U18 Welsh side missed out on some important points which would contribute to the overall table. Congratulations to the Welsh team: C Dunne, E Mitchell, H Deem, K Dickinson, L Viles, R Thompson, B Flynn, J Mounty, C Gowen, R Day, J Davies, T Gunter. Team Managers: A Butten & T Leighton.
Results were as follows:
SESSION 1:
2 Bowl Triples
Wales 9-30 Scotland
Wales 23-12 Scotland
Wales 10-29 Scotland
Wales 10-22 Scotland
SESSION 2
2 Bowl Triples
Wales 18-15 England
Wales 12-18 England
Wales 9-16 England
Wales 21-13 England
SESSION 3
2 Bowl Pairs
Wales 10-26 Scotland
Wales 13-15 Scotland
Wales 9-10 Scotland
Wales 14-15 Scotland
SESSION 4
3 Bowl Pairs
Wales 21-14 England
Wales 7-19 England
2 Bowl Rink
Wales 12-13 England
Wales 5-18 England
SESSION 5
2 Bowl Triples
Wales 15-18 Ireland
Wales 9-21 Ireland
Wales 12-20 Ireland
Wales 25-8 Ireland
SESSION 6
2 Bowl Pairs
Wales 23-9 Ireland
Wales 20-12 Ireland
2 Bowl Rink
Wales 14-15 Ireland
Wales 12-21 Ireland
Overall Standings:
England: 31 points
Scotland: 29 points
Ireland: 22 points
Wales: 14 points
Semi Finals and Finals
Thursday. 17th
09:30 Open Triples semi final and Senior Pairs Semi final
13:00. Open Singles semi final
14:00 Ladies Singles semi final, Mixed Pairs Final & Disability Triples Final
Friday. 18th.
09:30am. Open Fours semi final, Open Pairs semi final, senior triples semi final and Senior Fours semi final. Ladies U25 Pairs semi final.
13:00 Senior Singles semi final and U25 Singles semi final
Saturdpay 19th
09:30 U18 singles semi final
Monday 21st
Open mixed singles as scheduled.
The Finals to be played after a short break when semi finals are completed each day.
The Lawn Bowls Association of Hong Kong, China annually organizes the Hong Kong International Bowls Classic, the event will be held from 9th November, 2023 to 19th November, 2023. The following players have been selected to represent Wales at the event:
Alis Butten, Lampeter
Hannah Williams, Blue Anchor
Mark Harding, Ely Valley
Andrew Fleming, Machynlleth
Team Cymru Results GAME 1 V Scotland Saltire
Women’s Singles: Cymru (Melanie Thomas) 20-21 Scotland Saltire
Women’s Pairs: Cymru (Sara Nicholls & Ysie White) 9-22 Scotland Saltire
Women’s Triples: Cymru (Jodie McCarthy, Alis Butten & Bethan Russ 19-15 Scotland Saltire
Women’s Fours: Cymru (Jasmine Staton, Chloe Jackson, Emma Woodcock & Laura Daniels) 12-20 Scotland Saltire
Overall Ladies Game Result: Cymru 2 - 8 Scotland Saltire (-18 shots)
Men’s Singles: Cymru (Daniel Salmon) 17-21 Scotland Saltire
Men’s Pairs: Cymru (Jordan Davies & Jarrad Breen) 13-19 Scotland Saltire
Men’s Triples: Cymru (Owain Dando, Chris Klefenz & Ross Owen) 16-14 Scotland Saltire
Men’s Fours: Cymru (Carl Wood, Sam Ross, Lee Morgans & Mark Harding) 11-9 Scotland Saltire
Overall Men’s Game Result: Cymru 4-6 Scotland Saltire (-6 shots)
Team Cymru Results GAME 2 V Jersey
Women’s Singles: Cymru (Melanie Thomas) 21-18 Jersey
Women’s Pairs: Cymru (Sara Nicholls & Ysie White) 15-21 Jersey
Women’s Triples: Cymru (Jodie McCarthy, Alis Butten & Bethan Russ) 18-22 Jersey
Women’s Fours: Cymru (Emma Woodock, Rebeca Williams, Chloe Jackson & Laura Daniels) 22-13 Jersey
Overall Ladies Game Result: Cymru 8-2 Jersey (+12 shots)
Men’s Singles: Cymru (Dan Salmon) 21-18 Jersey
Men’s Pairs: Cymru (Jordan Davies & Jarrad Breen) 14-15 Jersey
Men’s Triples: Cymru (Owain Dando, Chris Klefenz & Ross Owen) 20-18 Jersey
Men’s Fours: Cymru (Carl Wood, Sam Roff, Lee Morgans & Mark Harding) 9-18 Jersey
Overall Men’s Game Result: Cymru 4-6 Jersey (-5 shots)
Team Cymru Results GAME 3 V England Eagles
Women’s Singles: Cymru (Melanie Thomas) 21-14 England Eagles
Women’s Pairs: Cymru (Sara Nicholls & Ysie White) 16-16 England Eagles
Women’s Triples: Cymru (Jodie McCarthy, Alis Butten & Bethan Russ) 15-14 England Eagles
Women’s Fours: Cymru (Emma Woodcock, Rebeca Williams, Chloe Jackson & Laura Daniels ) 9-26
Overall Ladies Game Result: Cymru 5-5 England Eagles (-9 shots)
Men’s Singles: Cymru (Daniel Salmon) 21-11 England Eagles
Men’s Pairs: Cymru (Jordan Davies & Jarrad Breen) 17-19 England Eagles
Men’s Triple: Cymru (Owain Dando, Chris Kelfenz & Ross Owen) 27-11 England Eagles
Men’s Fours: Cymru (Carl Wood, Mike Brain, Lee Morgans & Mark Harding) 12-8 England Eagles
Overall Men’s Game Result: Cymru 8-2 England Eagles (+28 shots)
Team Cymru Results GAME 4 V Ireland Shamrocks
Women’s Singles: Cymru (Melanie Thomas) 14-21 Ireland Shamrocks
Women’s Pairs: Cymru (Sara Nicholls & Ysie White) 17-9 Ireland Shamrocks
Women’s Triples: Cymru (Jodie McCarthy, Alis Butten & Bethan Russ) 11-21 Ireland Shamrocks
Women’s Fours: Cymru (Emma Woodcock, Ceri Holmes, Chloe Jackson & Laura Daniels) 26-11
Overall Ladies Game Result: Cymru 6-4 Ireland Shamrocks (+6 shots)
Men’s Singles: Cymru (Daniel Salmon) 14-21
Men’s Pairs: Cymru (Carl Wood & Jarrad Breen) 17-23 Ireland Shamrocks
Men’s Triples: Cymru (Owain Dando, Chris Kelfenz & Ross Owen) 15-16
Men’s Fours: Cymru (Mike Brain, Sam Roff, Lee Morgans & Mark Harding) 15-9
Overall Men’s Game Results: Cymru 2-8 Ireland Shamrocks (-8 shots)
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Team Wales Results GAME 1 V England Lions
Women’s Singles: Wales (Lauren Gowen) 7-21 England Lions
Women’s Pairs: Wales (Lauren Selway & Caroline Taylor) 19-16 England Lions
Women’s Triples: Wales (Karen Lewis, Tracy Gowen & Emma Gittins) 11-20 England Lions
Women’s Fours: Wales (Katie Dickinson, Deb Taylor, Kathy Pearce & Hannah Williams) 19 -10 England Lions
Overall Ladies Team Result: Wales 4-6 England Lions (-11 shots)
Men’s Singles: Wales (Martin Clarke Squires) 3-21 England Lions
Men’s Pairs: Wales (Luke Harwood & Andrew Fleming) 14-12 England Lions
Men’s Triples: Wales (John Roberts, Joe Price & Robert Chisholm) 14-15 England Lions
Men’s Fours: Wales (Ben Matthews, Ryan Davies, Danny Davies Jnr & Steve Harris 18-15 England Lions
Overall Team Result: Wales 4-6 England Lions (-14 shots)
Team Wales Results GAME 2 V Ireland Emeralds
Women’s Singles: Wales (Emma Gittins) 18-21 Ireland Emeralds
Women’s Pairs: Wales (Lauren Selway & Caroline Taylor) 26-7 Ireland Emeralds
Women’s Triples: Wales (Olivia Jackson, Naomi Evans & Tracy Gowen) 23-10 Ireland Emeralds
Women’s Fours: Wales (Katie Dickinson, Deb Taylor, Kathy Pearce & Hannah Williams) 16-15 Ireland Emeralds
Overall Ladies Team Result: Cymru 6-4 Ireland Emeralds
Men’s Singles: Wales (Martin Clarke Squires) 21-14
Men’s Pairs: Wales (Luke Harwood & Andrew Flemming) 14-17 Ireland Emeralds
Men’s Triples: Wales (John Roberts, Joe Price & Rob Chisholm) 18-15 Ireland Emeralds
Men’s Fours: Wales (Ben Matthews, Ryan Davied, Danny Davies Jnr & Steve Harris) 6-26 Ireland Emeralds
Overall Men’s Team Results: Cymru 4-6 Ireland Emeralds
Team Wales Results GAME 3 V Scotland Thistle
Women’s Singles: Wales (Emma Gittins) 17-21 Scotland Thistle
Women’s Pairs: Wales (Lauren Selway & Caroline Taylor) 15-21 Scotland Thistle
Women’s Triples: Wales (Olivia Jackson, Naomi Evans & Tracy Gowen) 20-12 Scotland Thistle
Women’s Fours: Wales (Karen Lewis, Deb Taylor, Kathy Pearce & Hannah Williams) 10-17 Scotland Thistle
Overall Ladies Team Result: Cymru 2-8 Scotland Thistle
Men’s Singles: Wales (Martin Clarke Squires) 17-21
Men’s Pairs: Wales (Luke Harwood & Andrew Fleming) 20-12
Men’s Triples: Wales (John Roberts, Joe Price & Robert Chisholm) 18-12 Scotland Thistle
Men’s Fours: Wales (Rhys Colwill, Ryan Davies, Danny Davies Jnr & Steve Harris) 10-17 Scotland Thistle
Overall Men’s Result: Cymru 4-6 Scotland Thistle
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Group Stage Standings:
Ladies Section 1:
1) England Eagles, 2) Cymru, 3) Scotland Saltire, 4) Jersey, 5) Ireland Shamrocks
Ladies Section 2:
1) England Lions, 2) Scotland Thistle, 3) Wales, 4) Ireland Emeralds
Men’s Section 1:
1) Ireland Shamrocks, 2) Scotland Saltire, 3) England Eagles, 4) Cymru, 5) Jersey
Men’s Section 2:
1) Scotland Thistle, 2) England Lions, 3) Ireland Emeralds, 4) Wales
Men’s Series Medals:
Gold: Scotland Thistles
Silver: Ireland Shamrocks
Bronze: England Lions
Women’s Series Medals:
Gold: England Eagles
Silver: England Lions
Bronze: Cymru
Photograph by Sporting Highlights
Congratulations to the Vale of Glamorgan U25 double rink team who won the Welsh title in Llandrindod last week. Pictured here with WBA President David James, Vale Team manager Mike Prosser and Vale county secretary John Manfield.
Under18 Test Series – 5-6 August 2023
RTB Ebbw Vale BC,Wales
The following have been selected to represent Wales at the series this year
We wish them all the best
Billy Flynn – Pontrhydyfan
Jack Mounty – Gilfach Bargoed
Celyn Gowan – Ely Valley
Rhys Day – Tenby
Jack Davies – Thomastown
Tal Gunter – Merthyr West End
Terry Leighton
Development Administrator
Welsh Bowling Association
World Bowls have made further changes to the contraversial new laws. See link for details.
Team for the second trial can now be found on the mens trial teams tab.
In a side game of four or six rinks should a player deliberately stop a bowl in motion before it reaches the head then that rink will be penalised 50 shots and the relevant number of points available for winning the rink.
In a singles, pairs, triples or fours games any player breaking the law will forfeit the game.
Stopping a bowl that has passed the head and is going to enter the ditch or leave the confines of the rink will not be deemed as breaking Law 37.1.3.
Congratulations to the following players who have been selected to represent Wales in the 2023 World Bowls Championships
29th August- 10th Sept Gold Coast, Australia
Bethan Russ
Laura Daniels
Melanie Thomas
Sara Nicholls
Ysie White
Coach/ Assistant Team Manager Caroline Taylor
Team Manager Anwen Butten