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The Role of the Skip in Indoor Bowls: The Team’s Tactical Leader

The skip is the cornerstone of an indoor bowls team, responsible for making critical strategic decisions, inspiring teammates, and delivering under pressure. As the last player to bowl, the skip has...

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The Role of the Number Three in Indoor Bowls: The Strategist’s Ally

In indoor bowls, the number three plays a critical role as the team’s tactical linchpin. Positioned between the number two and the skip, the three serves as the skip’s right-hand player,...

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The Role of the Number Two in Indoor Bowls: The Bridge of Strategy

In the dynamic flow of an indoor bowls game, the number two position often goes unnoticed by casual observers. Often used to hide the inexperienced player in a team, a good number two can turn a game...

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The Role of the Lead in Indoor Bowls: Setting the Foundation for Success

In indoor bowls, the lead plays a pivotal role in shaping the outcome of each end. While their contributions might not always make headlines, their performance can set the stage for a team's success....

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link to How to improve accuracy, aim, and control as a beginner indoor bowler

How to improve accuracy, aim, and control as a beginner indoor bowler

Indoor bowls is a game of precision, requiring a combination of skill, focus, and practice. As a beginner, improving your accuracy, aim, and control will significantly enhance your performance and...

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How to Hold and Release a Bowl: A Beginner’s Guide

Mastering the basics of holding and releasing a bowl is one of the first steps to becoming a confident indoor bowler. The way you grip and deliver the bowl affects its accuracy, weight, and bias, so...

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Hi, I'm Paul (also known as ferret), and have been bowling for 35 years, all at The Angel IBC in Tonbridge, Kent. I've built this site to help some of the new players to our wonderful sport, in an effort to answer some of the questions that get asked. I see it as an opportunity to help promote the sport and get it out to a new audience. We all love our sport and want it to thrive, so please spread the word if you feel it will help

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