Joining Team USA
Team USA represents Bowls USA in major world bowls events.
Bowls USA members may apply to Team USA for consideration by a committee of National Selectors based on demonstrated ability and willingness to compete at the international level. Team USA application periods are advertised on Bowls USA and Division websites and the newsletter when application dates are set. Some years teams are needed for four or more events depending on international tournaments and our qualifying for them. Teams are selected for each event and not all teams are the same combination of players. Eligibility Requirements:
Eligibility Requirements
1. Be a U.S. citizen and a current Bowls USA member 2. Meet the following conditions:
3. Feel capable to pay most of costs associated with an international event 4. Be prepared to sign a letter of commitment (Players and Officials Agreement) to Team USA and fulfill its participation criteria 5. Hold a U.S. Passport with an expiration date a minimum of six (6) months following the international event(s) |
Please download the documents below and complete forms and read all documents as necessary.
Bowls USA Code of Conduct Agreement
National Team Selection
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Note: The policy for Selection of US Teams for International Play is located on the Polices & Procedures page .
U.S. Anti-Doping Agency List of Prohibited and Permitted Substances and Methods
USADA Wallet Card (PDF)
Selection Camp and Contacts
Multi-day training camps afford bowlers an opportunity to learn advanced tournament bowling skills and strategies, often from an international coach.
National Team Selectors observe all bowlers skills and behaviors, fielding the best participants/teams for each event.
National Team Selectors observe all bowlers skills and behaviors, fielding the best participants/teams for each event.
Women's Contact
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Men's Contact
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