Registrations & Squad Bookings - All registrations will be managed through Bowl4U, a modern online tournament platform designed specifically for bowlers. The platform allows players to create their profile, register for squads, manage bookings, and stay up to date with tournament information, all in one place.
- Online registrations will close at 9:00 AM on Sunday 16th May 2027 (one week before the start of the tournament). Any requests to register after this deadline should be sent by email to [email protected] and will be considered by the Tournament Director.
- Before the tournament begins, each bowler may book a maximum of three (3) squads, comprising two (2) entries and one (1) re-entry.
To qualify for pre-booking all three squads, at least one (1) of the booked squads must be scheduled between Sunday, 23 May and Thursday, 27 May - Payment for all pre-booked squads must be made in full upon the bowler’s arrival for their first squad. Bookings will not be accepted on a pay-as-you-go basis.
- Registration cancellations and squad changes are permitted up to one (1) week before the start of the tournament.
- From one (1) week before the start of the tournament onwards, registration cancellations and squad changes will no longer be permitted. No refunds will be issued after this deadline.
- Once the tournament has started, bowlers may book an unlimited number of additional re-entry squads directly at the Tournament Office on a first come, first served basis, subject to lane availability.
- Additional re-entry squads are only confirmed upon receipt of payment. A squad is only secured upon receipt of payment.
Athlete Identification All athletes must be able to provide proof of identity and eligibility in the form of a valid license card or a certification letter issued by their national federation. The Tournament Organizer reserves the right to verify the identity and eligibility of all athletes entering the tournament. 78D Bowling Ball Rule 78D Ball Rules are in effect for this tournament. EBF Announcement The Tournament Director reserves the right to inspect any bowling ball at any time during the tournament. - Non-compliant equipment/78D rule
- Illegal surface alteration
Penalties
First offence: Any bowling ball found to be non-compliant shall be immediately removed from play. The bowler must replace it with a compliant bowling ball before continuing.
Second offence: Any further use of a non-compliant bowling ball after notification by the Tournament Director shall result in immediate disqualification from the tournament, with all scores declared null and void.
WOMEN’S & SENIOR PRIZES
The Women’s and Senior Prize Funds will only be awarded if the tournament reaches a minimum of one hundred (100) participants. Separate prizes will be awarded to the Top 3 Female and Top 3 Senior (50+) athletes, based on their official 12-game Qualifying Round total, including the applicable 8-pin-per-game women’s bonus. Athletes who are eligible for both the Female and Senior categories may receive a prize from one category only. Where an athlete finishes in a prize-winning position in both categories, the athlete will receive the higher-value category prize. If both prizes are of equal value, the athlete will receive the prize corresponding to their higher finishing position; if the finishing positions are also equal, the Women’s prize will take priority. The vacated prize in the other category will pass to the next highest-ranked eligible athlete in that category. Category prizes are separate from the Main Tournament prize fund. An athlete winning a Female or Senior category prize remains fully eligible to receive any prize earned in the Main Tournament.
Tournament Rules
- Any dispute must be settled immediately before play continues on the affected lanes.
- If no agreement can be reached, the Tournament Director’s decision shall be final.
- Where necessary, a provisional ball shall be rolled if the dispute cannot be resolved immediately.
- Any protest must be submitted in writing to the Tournament Director within 30 minutes of the completion of the game in which the alleged infraction occurred.
Lane Movement
- Lane movement will take place after every game, as instructed by the Tournament Director.
- Bowlers on odd-numbered lanes will move one pair to the left. · Bowlers on even-numbered lanes will move one pair to the right.
- Bowlers must not move between lanes while other competitors are still bowling.
Alcohol, Smoking & Conduct
- Smoking and the consumption of alcoholic beverages are prohibited throughout the duration of each squad.
- Any bowler who, in the opinion of the Tournament Director, is under the influence of alcohol or any other substance during competition will be disqualified.
- If a bowler is caught smoking during a game, the penalty shall be zero pinfall for that game.
- If a bowler is caught smoking between games within the same squad, the penalty shall be zero pinfall for the game in which the offence occurs. If the offence occurs between two games within a squad or final stage, the penalty shall be zero pinfall for the succeeding game.
- A second smoking offence by the same athlete shall result in exclusion from the remainder of the tournament.
Pace of Play
- The Tournament Director shall not permit any unreasonable delay in the progress of play.
- Any bowler refusing to continue shall forfeit the game. Lane Breakdowns In the event of a lane breakdown, the Tournament Director shall have sole discretion to determine how and where play will continue.
Bowling Ball Surface & Equipment
- The use of talcum powder or any similar substance is prohibited in the bowlers’ area.
- Balls should not have any balance holes. Anyone bowling with an illegal ball will have the scores null of all frames bowled with that ball.
- The application of any foreign substance on any part of the approach that affects normal bowling conditions is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to: Talcum powder Pumice Resin on shoes (including products such as Easy Slide) Rubber soles or heels that leave residue on the approach Adhesive tape Altering the bowling ball surface using scrub sponges, scouring pads or polishing pads.
- Bowling ball surface adjustments using approved products are only permitted during official practice.
- Cleaning the bowling ball surface is permitted before any delivery during a game.
- Only non-abrasive cloths without chemical additives that alter the ball surface may be used. · Bowling ball cleaners may only be used if they appear on the approved products list published by Bowl.com.
- All cleaning must be carried out by the bowler personally.
Bowling Ball Surface Penalties
First offence: The frame in which the illegally cleaned or altered ball is used shall score zero, and the ball must be removed from play.
Second offence: Immediate disqualification, with all scores declared null and void.
Slow Bowling & Lane Courtesy
- Slow bowling will not be permitted.
- All bowlers must observe the One Lane Courtesy rule.
Earbuds / Headphones
A maximum of one earbud/headphone may be worn during competition. On the first offence the athlete will be instructed to remove the additional earbud. Repeated failure to comply may result in a penalty or disqualification at the Tournament Director’s discretion.
Dress Code
All bowlers are expected to wear appropriate bowling attire.
Male bowlers may wear: Long trousers or ¾-length trousers or Knee-length shorts
Male bowlers may not wear: Sleeveless tops or Jeans or Cargo pants
Female bowlers may wear: Slacks or Shorts or Skirts or ¾-length trousers.
Hats and caps are not permitted while competing.
Sportsmanship & Behaviour
- There shall be no kicking or punching of ball returns or any bowling equipment or property.
- There shall be no swearing, aggressive behaviour or excessive shouting.
- If excessive shouting is considered disruptive to other bowlers or customers, the Tournament Director reserves the right to stop the offending player immediately.
Behaviour Penalties
- First offence: Verbal warning issued in the presence of a witness.
- Second offence: The athlete shall receive zero pinfall for the current frame.
- Third offence: Immediate disqualification from the tournament.
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