Team Roles – Gosnells Bowling Club
TEAN ROLES
LEAD
A good lead sets the control of the head, with a good team built around a good lead
Must have good communication with the Skip
Use the “roll-up” to find the truest hand and discuss with the Skip
Place the mat at the discretion of the Skip
Deliver the Jack as close as possible, to a distance determined by the Skip
Get two bowls in the “keyhole” – an area no more than 1 mat length around the jack
Do not lose concentration on the game
SECOND
A good Second should be a “jack of all trades” to cover all situations that may arise
Bowl the hand as directed by the Skip
Draw to the jack or a position as requested by the Skip
Never anticipate what direction the Skip will give
Stand behind the mat and await direction
Be capable of the full variety of shots
Keep the scorecard – acknowledge the score, record neatly and adjust board if at that end
THIRD
Should be a strong bowler, encourage team performance, be diplomatic and loyal to the Skip
Be capable of the full variety of shots
Be in full harmony with the Skip
Accept directions without question
Be a good judge of a shot, as the Skip will rely on the ability to give an accurate assessment of the head
Call the Skip to the head if in doubt
Be a capable measurer and aware of the laws of the game
Stand back when the Skip is playing, don’t move or say anything unless asked
Be aware of games next to you to protect the head in case of a wayward bowl
At completion of each end, give the Skip clear result of the end and then to Second
If head changes advise the Skip accordingly
SKIP
Should be a motivator, a good psychologist and an analyst
Must know the team and call shots within their capability
Show leadership and earn the team’s respect
Be firm with directions, not show public displeasure with bad shots, but quietly talk to players between ends
Analyse the team plus the opposition for strengths and weaknesses
Wherever possible not interfere with the Lead – trust their judgement and give advice if asked
Take the Third into confidence to show the team and the opposition that they are in complete harmony
If not happy with the shot called by the Third, go to the head and discuss
Be loyal to the team to bring out the best in them
Be aware of games next to you to protect the head in case of a wayward bowl
Be “in tune” with the state of the green and call percentage shots when required
Know and understand the rules of the game
Always show good etiquette on and off the green – this is a position of respect
Have a positive attitude towards the game and the team – be a good loser
Play with a positive attitude – remember you represent the Club
THE TEAM!
The performance potential of a team is much greater than the individual talents of a player, especially in lawn bowls.
Mutual respect, good communication, trust and encouragement are traits that will foster team spirit.
Get to know your teammates, be positive and supportive, resolve conflict quickly, adopt a good attitude, communicate and don’t be a loud mouth or show off.
Play the best game you can, but remember enjoyment increases everyone’s success!
Above all, don’t forget to have fun when playing the game.