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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.

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!

marker's responsibilities

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.

measuring for shot

Also check out Bowls Canada's FaceBook page for Stump the Ump scenarios: click here for an example!

Bowls Manitoba
145 Pacific Ave, Winnipeg MB
R3B 2Z6
Email: bowls@shawbiz.ca
Tel: 204-925-5694
Fax: 204-925-5792

Bowls Manitoba and our clubhouse are located on Treaty One lands, the original territories of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Anisininew, Dakota, Lakota, Dene peoples, and the national homeland of the Red River Metis.  
Bowls Manitoba acknowledges its role in building relationships upon this land and commits to a spirit of reconciliation.

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