Novice Tournament 2025
Footscray Park Bowling Club was proud to host the Inner West Novice Tournament, a brand-new competition designed to shine the spotlight on Victoria’s up-and-coming bowlers. This open tournament welcomed novices from clubs across the state—regardless of gender—to test their skills in a fun yet competitive environment.
🌟 What Made It Special
The tournament gave new bowlers the chance to experience a proper championship feel while still enjoying the camaraderie of the sport. With prize money, trophies, and bragging rights up for grabs, every end was played with focus, determination, and plenty of excitement.
📅 Tournament Schedule
Opening Round: Sunday, 12th January 2025
Second Round: Sunday, 19th January 2025
Finals Day: Sunday, 2nd February 2025
Across these three dates, novices had the opportunity to grow, learn, and put their best bowls forward on the greens of Footscray Park.
🎯 Who Could Enter?
This tournament was open to any bowler with three years or less of experience, and an affiliation date after 1st July 2022. With a modest entry fee of just $10, it was an accessible way for new players to get involved in a tournament setting.
💬 Why It Mattered
Events like the Inner West Novice Tournament are about more than just competition—they’re about building the future of the game. It gave beginners a stepping stone into more formal competitions, fostered friendships across clubs, and highlighted just how vibrant and welcoming the bowls community can be.
🏅 Looking Ahead
Congratulations to all who entered—you’ve helped set the standard for what we hope will become a long-standing tradition in the Inner West. We can’t wait to grow this tournament in future years and continue celebrating the next generation of bowlers.
