Different Formats

In singles, there is only one player per team, with each player using four bowls. The game is typically played to 21 shots, with the first player to reach 21 declared the winner.

Singles is a great format for those looking for a more individual experience, as it relies heavily on the skills of one player.

Doubles is a format in which two players form a team, with each player using four bowls. The game is typically played to 21 shots, with the first team to reach 21 declared the winner.

Doubles is a great format for those who enjoy teamwork and the challenge of working together to achieve a common goal.

In triples, there are three players per team, with each player using three bowls. The game is typically played over 18 ends, with the team with the most shots at the end of the game declared the winner.

Triples is a great format for those who enjoy a balance of individual and team play.

Rinks / Fours is a format in which four players form a team, with each player using two bowls. The game is typically played over 21 ends, with the team with the most shots at the end of the game declared the winner.

Fours is a great format for those who enjoy a high level of teamwork and strategy, as it requires coordination and communication among all four players.

In addition to these traditional formats, there are also variations that can be played, such as “first to X” number of shots, highest number of ends won, highest number of sets won, and two-wood games.

Each format offers its own unique challenges and rewards, making indoor bowls a diverse and exciting sport for players of all levels.

Now that you know the rules, grab your bowls and head to the green for a fun and challenging game of indoor bowls!