Welcome ...
From Your Club Captain
I would like to welcome all new and existing members to the Bowls Darfield 24-25season.We are looking forward to a exciting season both on the green and off it. To all ournew members we look forward to you enjoying your bowls, making new friends andbecoming a integral part of the club. We would like to thank all our existing sponsors andthe many new ones who have come onboard this season for your support which isinvaluable in helping us provide the fantastic facilities we have.
As a club we pride ourselves on being a family club supporting and respecting players of allabilities.Bowls Darfield is solely run by our members volunteering their time andcommitment to maintaining and improving the club. We would encourage all membersexisting or new to help contribute to this.
To all our new members should you have any queries please feel free to contact me to helpaddress and ensure you have the best experience playing this great game in your firstseason with us.
Enjoy your bowls.
John QuigleyClub Captain 2024-25
Club Days
- 1.00pm to 4.00pm | Tuesday afternoon- 5.00pm | Tuesday evening- 5.00pm | Thursday evening- 1.30pm | Saturday afternoon
It is requested that you arrive 20-30 minutes before play for all scheduled games. Thank you.
Playing on the Green
- You are welcome to use the green at any time as long as the "Green Closed" sign is not displayed.
- Please keep an eye on the "play" sign as this will direct you which way you will roll on the green, eg - away from the clubrooms, or parallel with the clubrooms.
- In order to protect the green as much as we can, our greenkeeper asks that you:
- wear flat soled shoes
- use a mat when playing
- refrain from having hot drinks on the green
- refrain from dropping or "dumping" your bowls
- Rinks are marked 1-7 or 1-8 (depending on direction of play). Again, in order to maximise an even wear across the green, members are asked to use rink 1 first, then rink 2, rink 3, etc. NOTE: Rink 1 will not always be at the side of the green, ie - depending on wear, the Rink 1 sign may be located on the 3rd rink.
Coaching
Out of respect for players, our coaches will not "interfere" by freely offering guidance. If you would like help, please ask them directly, or speak with your Club Captain for an introduction.
We have four coaches available, each with their own style and approach, so you are able to make the decision that best suits you.
Social Media
Why not Like Us on Facebook and help build the bowls community by asking your friends as well?
Feel free to create your own posts at any point, we love your involvement!
Volunteering
Our club is like most other clubs, in that we are run by volunteers. If you would like to help out in any way, please let your Club Captain or the Sub-Committee lead know of your availability.
Uniforms
Our uniform policy is "club uniforms are not required to be worn unless a player is playing in a club championship final, representing the club, and/or a governing body is in control of the green"
Polo Shirts - these will be provided to members who are representing the club, as per policy. There is not cost involved.
Waterproof jackets, vests, caps and hats are available for purchase, entirely at your discretion. Please contact the Uniform Coordinator for further information.
Key Contacts
Your Club Captain will be available to help you at any time, however, our key contacts are listed on both the mens and ladies noticeboard; alternatively, please click here.
Etiquette
"The customary role of polite behaviour in society or among members of a particular profession or group." Yes, lawn bowls has a code with a few key considerations are listed below. We also invite to read more our Code of Conduct.
- Be ready - always be on time
- Be respectful - games tend to start with a handshake
- Be courteous and considerate to other bowlers - those in your team, in an opposing team, or games being played on other rinks
- Be kind - do not criticise a bowler or their delivery
- Show good spirit - win well, lose well
Sponsors
Our sponsors are promoted in our programme and here on our website.
We encourage members to support them in return, whenever appropriate.
Thank you!