Why I Love This Game!
When I first started playing this game at the age of 13, I had no idea the opportunities that existed. I just figured it was a good way to get my mom off my back for a few weeks! Now here I am 13 years later, leaving tomorrow for Australia for what will be my 8th time representing Canada at an international tournament. Let me tell you that there is no greater feeling of pride in the world than being able to step on the green wearing the maple leaf representing the best country on the planet! That is one reason I love this game.
Believe it or not though, thats not the most important reason I love this game. My greatest love for the game comes from the people that play it! Never in my life have I met such a close knit community through sport. Whether its the local jitney, the weekend tournaments, national championships or the Commonwealth Games; the people are what keep me coming back.
Don’t believe me…ask any bowler and they could share with you a thousand stories of afternoons and evenings spent around the bowling green with the people they would likely never have known if it wasn’t for this game. My best friends have been met through this game and likely, so will yours! Thats why I love this game!
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Great post Leanne!
Farewell Leanne
Have a great time in Aussie Land and keep in touch.
Sharon
Well. Climbing the ladder of this beloved sport we call bowls has had its many rewards. I have the natural competitiveness in me to achieve and keep achieving so that is what got me hooked in the beginning. However, as I started to pick up the game and make a dent in Juniors I had realized that this is not just a hobby but a true and honest passion of mine.
I have managed to travel around Canada, and I have seen some really beautiful sights. Next year is a big year for me for I will be bowling internationally for Canada and I hope these chances take me all around the world!
As for the people, well needless to say that is the best part of bowls. I have some amazing memories with people my age (and much older too) from around Canada, and I have gained alot of amazing friendships because of it. The pleasant thing is the feeling I get when the season begins. It is the best 4 months of the year by far, and eventually I hope it becomes the best 12 months in time.
So, yes, everyone should give it a chance because it is one of the most underrated sports out there.
Good idea for the site Tim.
There are very few sports which permit an 80 year old individual to CONSISTENTLY beat someone 40 years younger.
If memory serves me correctly, a granddaughter daughter and grandmother teamed up to win the UK Ladies Triples Championship. (Please do not quote me on this one.)
Last but not least, for the most part, those who are not class acts tend to find another sport to play.
I’d have to agree with the comments regarding the people you meet through the game. I can honestly say that I’ve met some of my very favourite people through bowling. These people are special– not only because they have the guts to play a sport that isn’t necessarily considered “cool”. I have meet people that are fascinating, caring, hilarious… on and on…
I look forward to continuing relationships, and meeting new people in the future.