World Bowls

14/06/2026

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 in event strategy and operations, and connect with peers from across the global bowls community.

Places are limited to ensure a high-quality learning and networking experience.

Learn more, download the brochure and register your interest below.

https://www.worldbowls.com/world-bowls-academy-event-leaders-programme/

09/06/2026

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 and development of bowls both in Australia and around the world.

We are proud to celebrate this well-deserved honour and thank Darryl for his ongoing dedication to our sport.

Read more below:

World Bowls congratulates former president Darryl Clout on being awarded a Member of the Order of Australia (AM). President of World Bowls from 2021-2024, he currently sits on the board of directors and continues to contribute to the global development of the sport. Darryl has been recognised in the...

08/06/2026

The 2026 World Bowls Indoor Championship delivered the strongest digital results recorded for the event to date.

The growth reflects an increasing appetite for bowls content online and the opportunity to connect with audiences well beyond the traditional bowls community.

Read the full story below.

The 2026 World Bowls Indoor Championship has delivered record digital growth, highlighting the increasing global interest in bowls and the sport’s growing ability to connect with audiences far beyond its traditional fanbase. Held at Ocean Grove Bowling Club in Victoria, Australia, the Championship...

07/06/2026

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.

Congratulations to everyone involved in helping make this milestone event a success.

06/06/2026

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 capability across our sport.

Places are limited.

Learn more and register your interest via the World Bowls website.

World Bowls is pleased to announce the launch of the World Bowls Academy Event Leaders Programme, a new professional development opportunity designed to strengthen event leadership across the global bowls community. Taking place in Glasgow, Scotland on 29-30 July 2026, the programme has been develop...

02/06/2026

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 to the Northern Hemisphere for the first time since 2004 and promises 12 days of world class competition, atmosphere and global celebration of the sport.

Read more here: https://www.worldbowls.com/dates-announced-for-the-2027-world-bowls-championship/

Sign up for priority ticket details here: https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/6UDT-JNP/2027-world-championships

01/06/2026

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/

The World Bowls Series is celebrating a new men’s No 1 on its third anniversary. Australia’s Corey Wedlock a double medallist at the platinum-ranked World Bowls Indoor Championship takes the top spot for the first time. His singles silver and mixed pairs gold finish at the event staged at