Participating in lawn bowling tournaments can be an exciting and rewarding experience. As a member of Cosburn Park Lawn Bowling Club, you have the opportunity to compete in Open Tournaments at clubs across Ontario. This blog post will help you get tournament-ready and make the most of your experience.
🏅 Membership Benefits
Membership at Cosburn Park includes automatic membership in the Ontario Lawn Bowling Association (OLBA) — which means:
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You can enter Open Tournaments at any lawn bowling club across Ontario.
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You are part of a broader community of bowlers with access to events, competitions, and learning opportunities.
📋 Tournament Formats
While tournament formats vary, most follow a similar structure to those hosted at our club:
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Number of Games: 3 games
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Ends per Game: 12 ends
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Start Time: 9:30 AM
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End Time: Around 4:00 PM
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Breaks: Short break after Game 1, lunch after Game 2
🧑🤝🧑 Tournament Types
Tournaments can be:
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Men’s (M)
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Women’s (W)
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Mixed (Mx) – Any gender combination
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Open (O) – Open to all genders
Some events are designated for Novice bowlers (less than 5 years of experience) and may have varying team sizes:
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Pairs (P) – 2 players
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Triples (T) – 3 players
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Fours (F) – 4 players (occasionally)
🔤 Abbreviations in Tournament Listings
| Type | Women | Men | Mixed | Open |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fours | WF | MF | MxF | OF |
| Triples | WT | MT | MxT | OT |
| Pairs | WP | MP | MxP | OP |
| Singles | WS | MS | OS |
📝 Entry Process
Most tournaments require one entry per team, except:
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MVP Sports Novice Open Triples
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Delmanor Masters 75+ Open Trebles
For these events, individual entries are accepted. Teams are assembled by the drawmaster to ensure balance.
In-Club Trebles Tournament
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You enter as an individual.
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Teams are formed by the Tournament Chair and organizing committee.
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Format: 3 games of 10 ends each.
💡 The Novice Open Trebles is ideal for new bowlers — with cash prizes and a chance to win a $500 gift certificate towards your own set of bowls!
💰 Cost & Equipment
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Entry Fee: Approximately $20 per bowler
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Prizes: Cash prizes for top 5–6 teams
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Equipment: No bowls? No problem! You can borrow a set from Cosburn Park.
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Transportation: Need a ride? Ask about carpooling options, especially if you rely on the TTC.
🌟 Why Participate?
Tournaments offer the chance to:
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Compete against bowlers of all skill levels
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Visit and experience different clubs and greens
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Enjoy club hospitality and make new connections
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Gain experience and grow your game
🤝 Getting Involved
New to tournaments or don’t have a team yet? Here’s how to get started:
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Talk to fellow members
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Reach out to Tournament Chairs
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Check the notice board at the club for postings and team opportunities
Let’s get rolling — and have fun out on the greens! 🟢
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