29/04/2026
The domino effect of bad body language…
In bowls, your teammates don’t just hear you,they read you every second.
It only takes one moment… a crossed arm, a shake of the head, walking off early… and it starts a chain reaction. You might think you’re just reacting, but your team sees something else. They see doubt. They feel pressure. And suddenly that one moment turns into hesitation on the next bowl, then tighter shots, less communication, and a team that slowly starts to unravel.
That’s the domino effect.
Bad body language doesn’t stay with you, it spreads. It creeps into your teammate’s confidence, it makes them second guess themselves, and before you know it, you’re not just playing the opposition… you’re fighting your own energy.
But here’s the thing…it works both ways.
One calm response, one bit of encouragement, one steady presence can flip the entire feeling of a game. It can settle nerves, build belief, and remind your team that you’re still in it together.
Because in bowls, it’s not just about the bowls you deliver… it’s about the energy you bring.
So next time something doesn’t go your way, ask yourself:
What message am I sending right now?
💚 The grass is greener when your team feels it.
