2023 - 2024 Coaches
Whether you are new to bowls, or, perhaps struggling with certain aspects of your game, a coach can help to get you playing to the best of your ability.
For the 2024 – 2025 season, the Victoria Bowling Club has two Bowls Australia accredited coaches, Barry Nunn and Marc Oswin.
Barry is a student of the game with many years of knowledge, very approachable and is handy with a bowling arm for those who may be experiencing issues.
Marc has been coaching with the under 18 Ballarat junior squad for the last two years and focuses on getting back to basics and working within the restrictions of a particular bowler’s body type.
Your coaches for 2024-25
Bowling Arms
With recent rule changes allowing any bowler to use the aid of a bowling arm - previously you had to seek approval from the Victorian Governing Body, Bowls Victoria or have a medical certificate - this will help to keep our bowlers on the green long after they can no longer deliver their bowls by hand. If you are having trouble getting down to deliver the bowl smoothly, approach t Richard for some advice on the right bowling arm for you and coaching on the correct technique for delivery.
Holding the Bowl
If you are not holding the bowl correctly, there is little chance that you will release the bowl smoothly on the running surface. As a result, you will always struggle to maintain a consistent line and achieve good weight.
Click on the video thumbnail above to watch a short video on how simple it is to achieve a great grip. Once you have your grip sorted, work on finding the best line for your new smooth delivery.
More Coaching Tips
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Choosing the correct size of Bowl
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How to effectively use the mat
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Bowlers Arms
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Grass Line
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Pre Shot Routines
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Windy Conditions
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Warm Up Excercises
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Delivery
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Building the Head
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.
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Hydration and Nutrition
This video comes from the series ‘From the Coaches Den’ created by Bowls Australia.