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Officials Development
As development opportunities for umpires and markers arise, they will be listed here, along with links to umpire / marker resources.
Umpire & Measuring Clinic
Sunday May 31st at 1 pm at Norwood LBC
This clinic is free of charge and all bowlers are welcome and encouraged to attend, as it's a great learning experience!
Rules and measurement skills will be reviewed.
This is of great value to new bowlers and a good refresher course for others, as some aspects of being a marker has changed.
Please pre-register with Betty VW at bbvanwall@gmail.com before May 24th so we ensure there are enough refreshments for all!
To review the World Bowls' Laws of the Sport of Bowls, click on this link:
https://www.worldbowls.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Laws_of_the_Sport_Fourth_Edition.pdf
Marking at Singles Events
There are times when requests will be made for "markers" to assist at singles events and tournaments. Markers do not just centre the jack -- there is much more to it!
The image below is taken from Bowls Canada's rule book and outlines the role of the marker. If you agree to be a marker, be sure to know all your duties! If in doubt, ask an umpire!
Becoming an Umpire
Bowls Canada has a National Officiating Committee with the goal of having at least one qualified umpire per club.
Find out more about qualifying or re-certifying as an umpire at Bowls Canada's website here.
Also check out Bowls Canada's FaceBook page for Stump the Ump scenarios: click here for an example!
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