Exeter Lawn Bowling Club

06/04/2026

Hoping the weather holds for this Saturday’s Open House from 1 pm - 3 pm. Come Give Bowls a Try. We supply all the equipment, all you need is footwear without heels.

06/04/2026

Not sure which lawn bowls to buy? Learn how bowl size, grip, bias, green speed, playing position and surface conditions affect your game, and how to choose the right bowls for your style.

06/04/2026

The Junior program is back for another season. Anyone between 8 and 15 years of age are welcome to come give bowls a try. No obligation free sessions are running for the month of June on Wednesdays after school, 3:15 to 4:45 pm. A 9 week summer program starts July 1st and will run on Wednesday mornings from 10:30 am to 11:45 am. The cost for the summer program is $20 for the season.

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

🔥🎯 𝗠𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗜𝗦 𝗡𝗢𝗧 “𝗝𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝗔 𝗦𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧” 𝗢𝗙 𝗕𝗢𝗪𝗟𝗦…
…it can literally decide championships. 👀🏆

One incorrect measurement.
One rushed decision.
One loss of composure under pressure…
…and an entire match can change in seconds. 💥

That’s why elite Thirds are so valuable. 🎯

The best Thirds are not just good bowlers — they are:
✅ Calm under pressure
✅ Trusted decision makers
✅ Excellent communicators
✅ Masters of precision
✅ Students of the laws of the game

Because when the head gets tight…
when spectators are watching…
when tension rises…

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗲 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀. 🔥

Great Thirds bring clarity when everyone else feels pressure. 💙💪

Tag an elite Third who always keeps their composure under pressure! 👇🎯



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05/27/2026

🎱 ATTACKING vs DEFENDING SHOTS IN LAWN BOWLS 👀

One of the biggest tactical differences in lawn bowls is knowing WHEN to attack… and WHEN to defend 🎯

Great bowlers don’t just bowl well — they make smart decisions under pressure 💡

🔥 ATTACKING SHOTS
These are aggressive, high-reward shots designed to change the head dramatically.

Common attacking shots include👇

💥 THE DRIVE
Fast weight aimed at removing opposition bowls or the jack.

🚂 THE RUNNING SHOT
Controlled pace with enough weight to disturb the head without full power.

🎯 THE TRAIL
Moving the jack to a better position for your team.

💣 THE RESTING SHOT
Playing onto your own bowl or the jack to create shot bowl.

😅 High risk… high reward.
Attack shots can win an end instantly… or accidentally help your opponent 😂

🛡️ DEFENDING SHOTS
These are percentage bowls designed to protect your position and build pressure.

Common defending shots include👇

🎱 THE DRAW SHOT
The foundation of bowls — drawing close to the jack.

🚧 THE BLOCK SHOT
Placing a bowl in the opposition’s preferred line.

👀 THE COVER BOWL
Adding protection behind the jack or shot bowl.

📏 THE POSITIONAL BOWL
Building the head strategically for future shots.

🔒 THE BACK BOWL
Protecting the jack from an opposition drive.

Defensive bowls may not always look spectacular…
But they quietly win matches 💪

🧠 The best skips know:
✔️ When to stay patient
✔️ When to build pressure
✔️ When to attack
✔️ When to protect the head

Because lawn bowls isn’t only skill…
It’s strategy too 🎯🔥

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05/26/2026

🌍💚🎯 BOWLS — THE SPORT THAT TRULY CONNECTS GENERATIONS! 🎯💚🌍

One of the most beautiful things about lawn bowls is that experience never expires. 💫

On one green you’ll find:
👦 Juniors learning confidence and discipline
🧑 Adults competing with passion and purpose
👴 Veterans sharing wisdom built over decades

And somehow… they can all compete together in a meaningful way. 💚

Very few sports in the world create that kind of balance.
In bowls, age is not the end of competitiveness — often it’s where the real strength begins. 💥

🎯 Tactical intelligence
🧠 Calmness under pressure
💜 Emotional control
🔥 Experience that only grows stronger with time

That’s what makes this sport so special.

Whether you’re 5 or 100… there’s always a place for you on the green. 🌱

💬 Tag someone from a different generation you love sharing the green with!
👇 Junior • Adult • Veteran — which generation represents YOU?



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05/26/2026

🎱NEW TO LAWN BOWLS? HERE ARE A FEW BEGINNER TIPS! 👀

Everyone starts somewhere… even the bowlers who now give “expert advice” every end 😂

If you’re new to the game, here are some simple pointers to help you enjoy the journey👇

🎯 DON’T AIM AT THE JACK
Aim for the line, not directly at the jack. Bowls are designed to curve!

👀 WATCH EXPERIENCED PLAYERS
You’ll learn a LOT just by observing body language, weight control and shot selection.

🌬️ BREATHE BEFORE YOU DELIVER
A calm breath helps settle nerves and improve focus.

👟 FIND A COMFORTABLE DELIVERY
There’s no “perfect style.” Consistency matters more than looking fancy.

🎱DON’T BE AFRAID TO ASK QUESTIONS
Most bowlers LOVE talking about bowls 😅

📏 WEIGHT IS EVERYTHING
Good weight can save a slightly wrong line.

😅 YOU WILL MISS SHOTS
Even top players do. Forget the bad bowl and focus on the next one.

👏 ENJOY THE SOCIAL SIDE
Bowls is competitive… but it’s also about friendship, laughter and community.

🧠 STAY PATIENT
Bowls is a game of skill, rhythm and experience. Improvement takes time.

☀️ MOST IMPORTANTLY… HAVE FUN!
One good toucher and you’ll be hooked for life 😂🎯

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05/24/2026

02/20/2026

Who knew our Prime Minister is a lawn bowler? Awesome!