Posts by Joanna Owen
Joanna Owen Appointed Chief Executive
BowlsWales is pleased to share that Joanna Owen has been appointed as our new Chief Executive, taking up the role from July 2026. Joanna joined BowlsWales in November 2025 as General Manager, and in that time has made a real impact across the organisation — from strategic planning and safeguarding to preparations for the Commonwealth…
Read MoreJoin the Board: Safeguarding & Finance Roles
BowlsWales is launching a recruitment drive for new Non-Executive Directors, as we move into an exciting new chapter for the organisation. We are particularly keen to hear from candidates with experience in: Safeguarding (children and adults) Finance / Audit This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of bowls in Wales, contributing your…
Read MoreBowlsWales Launches New Website
BowlsWales is delighted to announce the launch of its brand-new website, providing a fresh, modern home for bowls across Wales. The new site has been designed to bring together news, resources and information for players, clubs and member organisations in one place, making it easier than ever to stay connected with the sport at every…
Read MoreNotice of Annual General Meeting — 10 August 2026
BowlsWales is pleased to give notice that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Company will take place on Monday, 10 August 2026 at 6:00pm at the Sport Wales National Centre, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff. The formal Notice of Meeting was circulated to all Member organisations on Monday 11 May. Key Date for Members Saturday, 8…
Read MoreAnwen Butten Inducted into the Welsh Hall of Fame
BowlsWales is proud to celebrate one of Welsh bowls’ greatest ever players. On Thursday 25th June, Anwen Butten officially joined the Welsh Hall of Fame — an honour that reflects a career spanning 35 years, six Commonwealth Games, and medals at every level of the sport. A Career Built on Dedication Anwen first represented Wales…
Read MoreTribute to Mike Doody, Bowls Wales Board Member
Bowls Wales has been deeply saddened by the loss of Mike Doody, who served as our Member Nominated Director on the Board. Mike gave many years of service to bowls in Wales, bringing genuine passion for the sport to every discussion and decision he took part in. As a Board member, his advice and support…
Read MoreWales Confirms Squad for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
BowlsWales can confirm that six athletes will represent Wales at Glasgow 2026 — including a defending champion chasing a historic third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold. Wales will field competitors in the women’s pairs and singles, men’s pairs and singles, and visually impaired mixed pairs across both the Bowls and Para Bowls programmes. Among them is…
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