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LAWN BOWLS ETIQUETTE
Bowls is a friendly game . Let the exercise of consideration for others , courtesy and good sportsmanship add charm to a skilful and rewarding sport . The following hints are to be complied with for the care of the green and the enjoyment of all bowlers .
• Flat soled shoes with no heel to be worn when on the green at all times .
• Bowls should be placed on the green and should not be dropped at any time .
• Do not stand on the edges of the green ( the ‘ plinth ’) at any time or sit on the bank with feet on the plinth .
• Bowls should not be moved in the head until the last bowl has been played and the result decided .
• Players should stand at least two metres behind the player on the mat . Other players should stand off the green and on the bank .
• Do not delay the game by engaging in loud conversation . Keep your mind on the game and give consideration to the player on the mat .
• The players at the head are to keep still and not go to the head unless questioned as to the state of the head by the player about to bowl .
• Give information only when requested by the skip about to bowl .
• When watching a match , always observe strict neutrality . Normal excitement and interest in the game is to be encouraged and a good shot should be acknowledged with quiet acclamation .
Club dress
• Whites or creams are the traditional dress , with the club shirt . Blue trousers to match the club shirt are also acceptable . Mufti is the norm on Friday social / barefoot bowls and other social days that may be organised from time to time .
• On all days classed as competition , including interclub member ’ s events , competition whites are necessary .
• New members are not expected to immediately incur the expense of fitting out in whites and mufti is acceptable for a reasonable time .
• However it will be necessary for new members to comply with the dress code when taking part in competition games as described above .
• Ladies ’ dress rules can be obtained by reference to the Ladies ’ President .
malenybowlsclub @ bigpond . com |
8 Bunya Street , Maleny , 4552 |
www . malenybowlsclub . com . au |
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Phone 5494 2335 |
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