BOWLING ARM

Bowling arms are specifically crafted to support bowlers in maintaining their participation in the sport by utilising an artificial aid. These devices are permitted for use in any competition held within Australia, catering to individuals facing challenges such as hip, knee, balance, or back limitations that hinder their ability to execute deliveries of bowls or jacks effectively.

The availability of further insights on bowling arms can be accessed through the Bowls Australia website. By enabling athletes to incorporate mechanical bowling arms into their gameplay, these tools have significantly extended the sporting careers of numerous participants. The utilization of bowling arms has emerged as a growing sector within Australian bowls, with a notable presence of successful South Australian bowlers excelling in various competitions including open events, pennants, and specialised bowling arm tournaments nationwide.

SA Bowling Arm (Affiliated with Bowls SA)

All South Australian bowlers using bowling arms are encouraged to nominate for SA Bowling Arm events.

Contact email SouthAusBowlingArms@gmail.com

SA Bowling Arm 2026 Singles Championships

Open to any male or female player using an approved bowling arm.

Enquiries and Entries to SouthAusBowlingArms@gmail.com

National Bowling Arm Sides Championships

Open to any player with an approved bowling arm.

It is a requirement that at least three opposite gender persons are part of the squad.

The competition format is three games of singles and three games of fours in the morning, then three games of pairs and three games of triples in the afternoon, playing each state.

SA has participated in all championships, commencing in 2013, and have hosted two events, in 2015 and 2019.

The overall winner receives the Bowls Australia shield.

Each participating state also plays for various interstate shields.

SA brought home two shields in 2023, one against QLD and the other against WA.