Bowls Scotland

10/10/2026

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10/10/2026

🧠 World Mental Health Day

To mark World Mental Health Day, we spoke to Bowls Scotland Team Sport Psychologist Brad Fullarton about the mental side of our sport and the importance of looking after our wellbeing on and off the green.

Brad discusses managing pressure and nerves, resetting after mistakes, responding to setbacks and how coaches, teammates and clubs can create environments where people feel comfortable speaking openly and seeking support.

Read the full feature in the news section of the Bowls Scotland website.

10/10/2026

🏆 Iain McLean is World Bowls Champion of Champions!

A fantastic achievement on the world stage and a proud moment for Scottish bowls. Congratulations, Iain! 👏

Iain McLean is the 2026 World Bowls Champion of Champions 🏆

Champion in 2014. Champion again in 2026, 12 years later. 👏

09/10/2026

📈 Celebrating Progress: The Next Step for Scotland’s Performance Pathway

Since the introduction of the Podium Pathway in 2024, Bowls Scotland has continued to strengthen the support available to athletes through regular Performance Pathway Days, sport psychology input, athlete monitoring and an expanding coaching and support team.

With additional investment from sportscotland now secured, the next phase will include a new network of Performance Centres, providing athletes with more regular access to high-quality coaching, training and support closer to home.

The story also looks ahead to new recruitment opportunities as we continue developing the team behind the pathway.

Read more about the progress made so far and the plans for the programme in the news section of the Bowls Scotland website.

09/10/2026

📢 We’re Hiring: Performance Pathway Coordinator

Bowls Scotland is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and proactive individual to help deliver the next phase of our Performance Pathway.

Working closely with athletes, coaches and the wider performance team, you will help coordinate our new Performance Centres and support the delivery of a high-quality, year-round athlete development programme.

⏱️ Part-time: 22.5 hours per week
📍 Flexible working, primarily based from the National Centre for Bowling in Ayr
📅 Applications close Sunday 1st November 2026

Visit the news section of the Bowls Scotland website for full details and information on how to apply.

09/10/2026

Iain McLean is through to the semi-finals of the World Bowls Champion of Champions, securing at least a bronze medal for Scotland!

After winning all seven group matches, Iain beat Cyprus’ Bob Manson 8–2, 6–3 in today’s quarter-final to keep his unbeaten run going. 👏

He’ll now face India’s Putul Sonowal for a place in the final.

📺 Watch live on World Bowls TV’s YouTube channel.
⏰ Midnight tonight, Friday into Saturday, UK time.

If successful, Iain will contest the final at 6am UK time on Saturday.

Come on, Iain! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

The men’s semi-finals are set in Barham.

Four players remain in the hunt for the 2026 World Bowls Champion of Champions men’s singles title.

India’s Putul Sonowal faces Scotland’s Iain McLean, while Canada’s Pat Bird takes on Australia’s Max Kleinig.
The semi-finals get underway tomorrow, Saturday 10 October, from 10:00am AEDT, with Sonowal v McLean live on World Bowls TV.

📺 YouTube: https://f.mtr.cool/xx619c6paw
📊 Results: https://f.mtr.cool/0u4ko935fl
📸 Gallery: https://f.mtr.cool/t8cju669il

05/10/2026

Mary Stevenson’s funeral service will take place on Tuesday 13 October at 12 noon at Hurlet Crematorium.

For those unable to attend, the service will be available to watch online, with a recording accessible for seven days afterwards.

Please visit the News section of the Bowls Scotland website for full funeral arrangements, including the webcast link and login details.

Our thoughts remain with Mary’s family, friends and all who knew her.

05/10/2026

🌍 Iain McLean will represent Scotland at the World Bowls Champion of Champions, starting tomorrow in Australia!

The 2014 champion will be looking to lift the title again as he competes at cluBarham from 6–10 October. 🏆

Visit the news section of the Bowls Scotland website for Iain’s fixtures, UK start times and details on how to follow the action.

Good luck, Iain!

02/10/2026

𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗩𝗢𝗟𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗗 – ALEX CATHIE 🏆

From coaching juniors to strengthening competitive and social play, Alex Cathie has dedicated years of service to supporting bowls at every level.

The Coylton Bowling Club 2020 volunteer has been recognised as the latest winner of the Bowls Scotland National Volunteer Awards for his outstanding contribution to the club and his continued dedication to supporting the sport both on and off the green. 👏

Having been involved in bowls since the age of 14, Alex has given his time to the sport through club volunteering, coaching and his role as Match Secretary, helping support new members to get involved and enjoy the game.

🔗 Read Alex’s full profile in the News section of our website.

01/10/2026

📅 Affiliation is now open!

Clubs can now complete their affiliation through JustGo. Please ensure this is submitted by 31 October and includes all club members as of 30 September 2026,

📘 Guidance and FAQs: https://www.bowlsscotland.com/club-development/online-membership