Bowls England gives thumbs up to approved shorts

Bowls England has announced that approved shorts may be worn in National Competitions and National Championships (including county qualifying rounds) as well as other club and county events.

The new white shorts have been introduced to meet demand from players who wished to replicate the more sporty style favoured by many bowls players during the 2014 Commonwealth Games.

They are available in a variety of sizes from XS (28” waist) up to 4XL (46” waist) and feature an elasticated waist, zipped pockets and the Bowls England logo on the left leg.

Tony Allcock MBE, Bowls England Chief Executive, said: “There was clear demand from members to allow shorts to be worn and we are delighted to have been able to source these shorts for our members to wear in events under our jurisdiction. However, we must stress that only shorts bearing the Bowls England logo will be allowed our events. Subject to demand, we will continue to source other merchandise to make the sport more attractive to both this and future generations.”

Additional colours and styles of shorts will be available later this season. Whilst there is no condition in Bowls England events that all members of a team or side must wear shorts, it is a requirement that the colour worn below the waist is matching. The dress code for all other activities that players participate in, for example club friendly matches and leagues, is a matter for the relevant organising body to determine.

The shorts can be purchased from the Bowls England website at www.bowlsengland.com or by calling the Bowls England Office on 01926 334609 for £24.99 plus post and packing.