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A podcast bringing you everything lawn bowls. Latest news, Interviews, events, tournaments, player & club development advise and discussing what is being talked about around the greens.

Simon & DJ


    • May 7, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 54m AVG DURATION
    • 45 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from What a Load of Bowls

    EP#45 - World Indoor Champs.. South Australia Champions.. Tough times at Taren Point.. Bowls NSW new roles up for grabs.. NSW CoC Discussion points

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 60:17


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Tough times at Taren Point... at the bottom of the table - World Indoor Championships review - South Australia Champions - NSW CoC discussion points - Bowls NSW have some new roles up for grabs that has most people talking Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube Support our Partners Newcastle Car & Truck Rental Contact - Todd Holden sales@newcastlerental.com www.newcastlerental.com Ph: (02) 4908 1081

    EP#44 - Special Guest - Kelly McKerihen

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 53:25


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Kelly McKerihen Canadian International chats to us about her unbelievable success at the recent VIC State Championships, her career on the International stage and shares some great coaching advice for aspiring bowlers - We announce our new show partnership - Newcastle Car & Truck Rental - DJ reminds Simon of his recent wrong bias - Everest $100,000 tournament concludes Support our Partners Newcastle Car & Truck Rental Contact - Todd Holden sales@newcastlerental.com www.newcastlerental.com Ph: (02) 4908 1081 Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#43 - Simon has a confession from the weekend.. VIC State Champs Stats.. Platinum pennants has kicked off.. What can we learn from Rory McIlroy?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 48:54


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Simon has a confession from the weekend - VIC State Championships Stats to blow your mind - Platinum Pennants has kicked off - 3 rounds complete - who is top and bottom of the table? - What can we learn from Rory McIlroy? - World Indoors Preview of players/nations - DJ made a visit to Helensvale BC Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#42 - 4 key fundamentals to shot selection.. DJ makes some BOLD predictions.. QLD & NSW events round up

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 38:37


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - DJ makes some BOLD predictions for the upcoming Platinum Pennants season - QLD Premier league concludes - Coaches corner - 4 fundamentals to shot selection - Bowls Scotland making good administration steps forward - World Bowls promoting the smaller nations Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#41 - Previous episode feedback... Could Netflix really do a bowls documentary?.. Inaugural Sydney Masters 100k event..

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 55:03


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Could Netflix really do a bowls documentary? - Feedback from our last episode and have Bowls NSW changed the dates?? - Inaugural Sydney Masters 100k event at Cabramatta - Bowls VIC Metro weekend pennant finals results - Our listeners getting in touch - First WALOB merch coming soon! Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#40 - Bowls NSW drop a bombshell that has got everyone talking! We speak to Dale McWhinney Shillington about Premier League QLD.. DJ shares his trip to the BPL..

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 70:26


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Bowls NSW go and move Platinum Pennants to clash with QLD & VIC elite club tournaments - DJ rubs shoulders wit the best of the best at the BPL - Bowls Tasmania call out the derogatory language used against players using a bowling arm - Simon has success on the green to share - The foot fault Karen's are back! - We speak to Dale McWhinney Shillington - Premier League QLD Tournament Director Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#39 - DJ examines Bowls NSW COP, no more player gradings.. QLD Premier League has kicked off.. How DJ increased his club fours entries substantially

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 56:57


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Aussie players reach some milestones and some International retirements - Bowls NSW changes to COP - No more player gradings!! - How Maitland City have grew club fours entries substantially - Gosford City clinging to life - a reminder for all clubs - Trans Tasman results - QLD Premier League has kicked off - who is top? Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#38 - Simon doesn't hold back on his thoughts about Potters.. The process of disciplinary action.. Coaching tips for pennants

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 49:56


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - World Indoor (Potters) review - Simon doesn't hold back - Disciplinary action/process at club and state level - WA State titles - Bowls needs to shake its stereotype - Trans Tasman - QLD Premier League starting this weekend - Coaching tips for pennants Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#37 - What has been happening on and off the greens over the holidays?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 36:51


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - What has been happening on and off the greens over the holiday period Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#36 - Yearly round up.. news & results around the greens.. silly season

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 44:32


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - UBC winners - BLP teams announced - Big news at Warilla - Silly season for player movements - Review of the year - Preparations for the New Year of bowls - Kane Nelson Show (World Under 25's) Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#35 - Results from around the greens.. & they let DJ back into the country!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 44:52


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - BPL #20 is a wrap - Oceania challenge results - World champion of champions - Lee Schraner 51 wins out of 54 - UBC in full swing this week - DJ shares his exploits in the UK Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#34 - Special Guest - Chris Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 84:51


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Chris Green (The Admin Guru); - 96 Games for NSW U18 - NSW U25 Representative - NSW No.1 Pennant Winner x3 - NSW Interzone Winner x2 - NSW Club Challenge Winner - NSW Champions League Winner - NSW Premier League Winner - NSW U18 & U25 Singles Winner - Previous Roles; Bowls NSW Development Officer & Programs Coordinator, Bowls Australia Development Officer, Taren Point Bowls Coordinator & Partnership Manager, Commonwealth Games Technical operations Manager, Taren Point Board member - Current Role; Bowls, Media & Partnerships Manager @ Deer Park & UBC Director Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#33 - Special Guest - Wayne Turley OAM - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 57:43


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Wayne Turley OAM - Part 2 (The Administrator); Part 2 - The administrator and how he develops a winning culture and a progressive club -Australia Cap #121 -132 Caps for Australia - Bowls Australia Hall of Fame -279 Caps for NSW - Bowls NSW Hall of Fame -21 Caps for QLD -World Championships - 1 Silver -2 Commonwealth Games - 1 Gold, 1 Silver -Asian Pacific - 3 Gold, 1 Silver -7 Alley Shields -4 BLP Wins - 2 UBC Ultimate Teams -Previous Bowls Australia Board Member -Current Bowls Manager @ Club Tweed Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#32 - Special Guest - Wayne Turley OAM - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 71:38


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Wayne Turley OAM - Part 1 (The Player); Part 1 - A deep dive into the playing career of one of the legends of Australian bowls -Australia Cap #121 -132 Caps for Australia - Bowls Australia Hall of Fame -279 Caps for NSW - Bowls NSW Hall of Fame -21 Caps for QLD -World Championships - 1 Silver -2 Commonwealth Games - 1 Gold, 1 Silver -Asian Pacific - 3 Gold, 1 Silver -7 Alley Shields -4 BLP Wins - 2 UBC Ultimate Teams -Previous Bowls Australia Board Member -Current Bowls Manager @ Club Tweed Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#31 - Special Guest - Aron Sherriff - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 67:20


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Aron Sherriff; - One of the greatest of all time within our sport shares his on green and off green experiences - Retirement from the Australian national side - 429 Caps for Australia - 230+ Caps for NSW - World Championships - 3 Gold, 3 Silver, 2 Bronze - Commonwealth Games - 2 Silver, 1 Bronze - World Champion of Champion - 20+ Australian titles - Grand Slam of NSW titles - 6x International bowler of the year - 3x Male bowler of the year Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#30 - Special Guest - Neil Dalrymple - CEO of World Bowls

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 94:22


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Neil Dalrymple - CEO of World Bowls; -Current CEO of World Bowls - Former CEO of Bowls Australia - Spearhead of our sport on the world stage - Get insights into the day to day activities of Neil and his staff at World Bowls - Opportunities & challenges Neil envisages for our sport moving forward - News on upcoming world bowls events Mentioned in the show..... If you can help with donation of any lawn bowls equipment for smaller nation members please contact Neil via world bowls website https://www.worldbowls.com/contact-us/ Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#29 - Special Guest - Aron Sherriff

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 71:55


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Aron Sherriff; - One of the greatest of all time within our sport shares his on green and off green experiences - Retirement from the Australian national side - 429 Caps for Australia - 230+ Caps for NSW - World Championships - 3 Gold, 3 Silver, 2 Bronze - Commonwealth Games - 2 Silver, 1 Bronze - World Champion of Champion - 20+ Australian titles - Grand Slam of NSW titles - 6x International bowler of the year - 3x Male bowler of the year Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#28 - Special Guest - Ralph de Rooij

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 79:18


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Ralph de Rooij; - Insight into what lawn bowls is like in the Netherlands - Long standing Dutch Representative - 21 National Titles - National rep since 2009 - Atlantic Championship appearances - European championship appearances Check out Ralph's YouTube shorts at; http://www.youtube.com/@TheDutchBowler Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#27 - Special Guest - Ryan Bester

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 52:36


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Ryan Bester; - Long standing Canadian Representative - 2 World Championships (7 Medals) - World Champion of Champion - 5 Commonwealth Games (3 Medals) - 2 Asian Pacific Championships (8 Medals) - Australian Open Singles Champion - Current Bowls Administrator at Musgrave Hill Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#26 - DJ has some tips for Bowls NSW on making platinum pennants better.. Should we scrap single gender events?.. What questions would you ask the CEO of World Bowls?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 58:36


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - What questions would you ask the CEO of World Bowls... Neil Dalrymple is joining us for an episode! - DJ has some interesting ideas to add to the initial 1st year success of Platinum Pennants in NSW - Do we scrap single gender pennants? - Regional NSW winners reviewed - Nationals at Club Tweed on the horizon Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#25 - Commonwealth Games is a GO, but is lawn bowls included?.. Bowls NZ new singles event.. Regions handing out flags for single entries!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 43:46


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Commonwealth Games is a GO in Scotland!!! - Will lawn bowls make the 2026 Commonwealth Games cut? - Bowls New Zealand starts new "Bowls 5" singles event - Regions handing out pennant flags to "winning clubs" who didn't play a game - Bowling Arm sides results - Some big fish interviews coming up soon Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#24 - The key principles for a reliable and consistent delivery... NSW bowling arm sides.. NSW State Over 40's qualifiers..3 end plays offs & shots don't count - are we a fan?

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 46:22


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Key principles for a reliable and consistent delivery - NSW over 40's qualifiers - NSW bowling arm sides - European Championship Winners Crowned - 3 end play off's were shots don't count - are we a fan? - Broadbeach 5-a-side Winners Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#23 - Broadbeach 5-A-Side.. Best bowls sledges.. Atlantic Challenge wraps up... European Championships underway

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 40:05


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - European Championships under way - Atlantic Challenge wraps up - "What is the best bowls sledge you have heard on the green" - Broadbeach 5-a-side update - World Bowls shout out Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#22 - Henselite into Voluntary Administration.. NSW & BA Selections.. European Bowls Championships Preview.. National 5-A-Side Competition..

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 50:10


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Henselite go into voluntary administration - DJ & Simon have mixed results on the green - NSW & Bowls Australia recent selections - Broadbeach 5-a-side starting soon - European Bowls Championships Preview Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#21 - We reveal the GOAT of lawn bowls.. The positive aspects of our sport.. England has two codes of flat green bowls!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 42:41


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We reveal the male and female GOAT's of lawn bowls, using the "DJ formula" - DJ finds out England have two different codes/federations playing flat green bowls - The positive aspects of our sport discussed - DJ & Simon preview regional championships they are both playing in - Aussie Indoor Singles concludes Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#20 - Ryan Bester a standout for GOAT? NSW v VIC test results.. Aussie Indoor @ Tweed.. Do clubs need to diversify their revenue streams?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 53:32


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Who are the greatest bowlers from 'Rest of the World' - Ryan Bester's record - unreal!! - NSW v VIC test results - Do clubs need to diversify their revenue streams? - Aussie Indoor Singles under way at club tweed Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#19 - Who are the greatest male & female Australian bowlers? Disappointment for Simon on the green this week.. Dealing with distractions during delivery

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 57:10


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Who are the greatest Australian bowlers?? - Simon deals with disappointment on the green this week - Dealing with distractions during your delivery - Golden Nugget winners Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#18 - Can bowls become an Olympic Sport? Golden Nugget has kicked off.. DJ & Simon's regional results

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 51:42


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We discuss the question.. "Can bowls become an Olympic Sport?" - What does bowls have to do to be apart of the Olympics - What holds us back? - Greenkeepers v NSW Legends results - Golden Nugget in full swing @ Tweed - How did Simon & DJ fair on the greens this weekend? Links To Check Out.... IOC - Recognised Sports..... https://olympics.com/ioc/recognised-international-federations World Bowls CEO article on bowls and the Olympics... https://www.worldbowls.com/new-hope-to-push-bowls/ Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#17 - DJ and his greenkeeping antics.. Greatest Welsh bowlers discussed.. Greenkeepers v NSW Legends.. How do country clubs retain talent?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 57:34


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We discuss the greatest Welsh male and female bowlers - Greenkeepers v NSW Legends teams announced - DJ goes down memory lane with his greenkeeping antics - An interesting addition to Taren Point Club Presentation... Simon shares - 12th Man Bowls Series... DJ takes part in the initial exhibition... What is it? - How do country clubs retain talent? 12th Man Bowls Series.. Watch it on YouTube... https://www.youtube.com/live/E_s8AKtERFs?si=KL_b1rIX_-iUq0oH Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#16 - World Bowls Series... What is it? NSW v QLD Test Matches.. Greatest South African Lawn Bowlers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 37:20


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We discuss the greatest South African male and female bowlers - NSW v QLD Test Matches - Results - Australian selections for upcoming events - Simon and kyle fall short in regional pairs - World Bowls Series... What is it? Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#15 - Greatest English Bowlers?.. 58 Year Olds in the over 60's.. State title or national title? Top tips on playing pairs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 59:52


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We discuss the greatest English male and female bowlers - 58 year old's playing in the over 60's... getting the conditions of entry streamlined - State title or national title.. which has more prestige? - Simon has some top tips on playing pairs and how he went in the regional pairs last weekend Check it out!!! Andy Duncan playing just as good a bowl as Nick Brett - https://youtube.com/shorts/dpyaio6PcPI?feature=share Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#14 - Maitland City fall 1 game short at State Finals.. Greatest New Zealand Bowlers?.. Top tips from the mailbag on growing your club numbers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 61:41


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We discuss the greatest New Zealand male and female bowlers - DJ's Maitland City fall one game short at State Finals - debrief on the weekend and where the team/club goes from here - NSW State Sides Announced - Mailbag from USA on how a club is increasing their membership numbers and the simple steps they took Check it out!!! Rowan Brassey MNZM vs Peter Belliss MBE - https://youtu.be/XoOQfGslsUk?si=Nvx8lHI1k-wlmLaw Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#13 - Who are the greatest Irish bowlers? Spectacular AO finish! Team insights into DJ's grade 1 off to state finals!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 61:21


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We discuss the greatest Irish male and female bowlers - AO finishes with some spectacular finals - What a bowl to win the men's singles!!! - DJ's Maitland City are off to state pennant finals this weekend - Insights into their Maitland City's preparation as a team and the administration behind preparing a team of 12 to play their best on the green Link to follow Maitland City's results this weekend - https://results.bowlslink.com.au/competition/7ac0843c-41b5-4552-9b5b-9e3c35200321#matches Bowls NSW Live Stream on YouTube - DJ will be o the live stream Saturday afternoon!! http://www.youtube.com/@BowlsNSW Get In Touch With Us Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP#12 - Who is the lawn bowls GOAT? Review top Scottish players.. Cheering lucky bowls.. AO down to the nitty gritty

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 50:24


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Reviewing comments on our social media post on... "Who is the lawn bowls GOAT (greatest of all time)?" - Narrow bowls... increase the minimum bias - Cheering lucky bowls... a massive no no!! - Australian Open down to the nitty gritty - Shortlist of Scottish male and female "GOAT's" - How some purposeful practice can kickstart the new season Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 11 - If you could change one rule comments, AO has kicked off, NSW selections & BPL expansion

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 47:26


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Reviewing comments on our social media post on... "If you could change one rule in bowls what would it be?" - Australian Open has commenced - NSW Selections - BPL has added to new franchises - Coach's Corner - 3 top tips on competing at an event Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 10 - Special Guest - Gary Kelly

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 73:47


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Gary Kelly; - Irish International - 2 World Bowls Titles - 3 Commonwealth Games (2 medals, bronze & silver) - 2 Australian Titles - 8 British Isles Titles - 21 Irish Titles - 3 Bowls Premier League Titles - Current Player at Warilla Bowling Club - Insights into Gary's drive and determination on and off the green to achieve success and how he made the move down under Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 9 - QLD State Champs! How to Implement change! Strategies to combat attacking players!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 53:52


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Highlights from last weeks special guest Ray 'Razor' Pearse - QLD State Championships Review - Platinum Pennants Final - "A must watch and what a showcase it was" - NSW Interzone - Coach's Corner - How to combat attacking players and strategies to Implement on the green - How to Implement change at your club Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 8 - Special Guest - Ray Pearse

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 51:28


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Ray Pearse; - 100+ Caps for Australia - 150+ Caps for New South Wales - Recent World Bowls Title - Multiple National & State Titles - Numerous Zone/Regional Titles - Current Bowls Administrator & Head Coach at Taren Point Bowling Club - TBA Giveaway - Winner Announced!! Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 7 - Northern v Southern Hemisphere! Tips For Singles Success!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 55:05


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode; - The difference in playing bowls in the northern hemisphere to the southern hemisphere - Using multiple sets of bowls? Having options on the green - Looking at format of competitions throughout different states - Top tips for singles success - TBA Giveaway - Listen out for your chance to get a free bowls cloth!!!! Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 6 - Pennant mailbag & Platinum hit or miss?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 47:01


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode; - Pennant re-structure follow up with some mailbag suggestions - Who is liable on the green regarding injury and insurance - Bowls NSW Champion of Champions - Platinum pennant wrap up Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 5 - Time to re-structure our pennants!!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 43:34


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode; - Deep dive into the structure of pennants grade 1-7 - Changing routine for improved game - World Bowls Update - NSW Champion of Champions Click here for pennant table as discussed in the episode.... https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/pennant-table Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 4 - Bowls & social media, the good, the bad and the ugly!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 54:45


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode; - Platinum pennant review of rounds 6 & 7 - Social media within bowls - good? bad? ugly? - How to make a rep side - Do you need to score each end playing a team game - Player code of conduct Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 3 - Hot Topic: Admin levels restricting our sport? How can we help the game grow? How to pick the right line

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 49:11


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode; - Platinum pennant review of rounds 3, 4 & 5 - Do we need zone level administration within Bowls NSW - Do bowling calendars need to be reduced - How to pick the perfect line? - How to prepare for playing a different position than normal? Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    EP 2 - Gone International already! Platinum pennants review & what may replace score cards? How to focus on the green?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 43:19


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode; - International listeners already - Platinum pennant review of rounds 1 & 2 - What could replace scorecards? - How to improve focus on the green - How to remove distractions on the green - Which world class bowler will be joining us on the Pod Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in Get in touch with us via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com or dj@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

    Pilot - Trial ends are done and here we are - Our new lawn bowls podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 34:02


    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS - Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. Get in touch with us via www.thebowlsacademy.com or email simon@thebowlsacademy.com Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast or Spotify

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