Rules Summary
In a hurry? Not a problem! A Bowls Bash match last just an hour, and here’s a quick guide on how you play the game.
2 teams of 2
3 bowls each player per End
5 Ends complete a Set
2 Sets complete a Match
Scores 1-1, or both sets tied, a tie-break (TB) determines the winner
Decide which team goes first
Players take it in turns to deliver their bowls closest to the Jack
Closest bowl 3 pts, second 2 pts, third 1 pt
Your bowl touches the Jack (a Kiss), 2 pts bonus
Each team can nominate 1 Power-Play End per Set, which scores double
The player who scored 3 pts places the Mat and starts the next End
Tie-break is 1 bowl per player, nearest bowls to the Jack wins. Time to be a hero!
Any bowls in the Ditch do not count
If the Jack is knocked out of play, it returns to the Spot
If you’re new to the game, or want to learn the Lingo - go HERE