What a Load of Bowls

Simon & DJ

A podcast bringing you everything lawn bowls. Latest news, Interviews, events, tournaments, player & club development advise and discussing what is being talked about around the greens.

  1. 55 | Special Guest - Matty Keough - Greenkeeping Expert

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    55 | Special Guest - Matty Keough - Greenkeeping Expert

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights.   This Episode - Special Guest - Matty Keough - Greenkeeping Expert In this episode of What a Load of Bowls, DJ is joined by renowned greenkeeping expert Matty Keough. From the secrets behind preparing world-class bowling greens to the challenges of maintaining surfaces through all seasons, Matty lifts the lid on the craft that keeps our sport rolling smoothly. He shares his journey into greenkeeping, insights on turf management practices, and how club bowlers can better understand and appreciate the hard work that goes into greens maintenance.  Whether you’re a casual bowler or a die-hard competitor, this chat will give you a new perspective on the greens you play on.   Support our Partners Newcastle Car & Truck Rental Contact - Todd Holden sales@newcastlerental.com www.newcastlerental.com Ph: (02) 4908 1081   MakMax Australia Contact - Alastair AlastairM@makmax.com.au www.makmax.com.au   Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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  2. 54 | Special Guest - Barrie Lester - Part 2

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    54 | Special Guest - Barrie Lester - Part 2

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Barrie Lester - Part 2 We’re back with Part 2 of our chat with former Australian Jackaroo, Barrie Lester! In this episode, Barrie opens up on: ✅ His thoughts on where the sport of lawn bowls is today ✅ Life and career after stepping away from international competition ✅ What he believes needs to change to grow the game ✅ His ongoing involvement in the Bowls Premier League (BPL) It’s an honest and insightful conversation with one of the sport’s most respected figures, packed with ideas, reflections, and a genuine love for bowls. Check out Barrie's website at,,,, https://www.barrielester.com.au/   Support our Partners Newcastle Car & Truck Rental Contact - Todd Holden sales@newcastlerental.com www.newcastlerental.com Ph: (02) 4908 1081   Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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  3. 53 | Special Guest - Barrie Lester - Part 1

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    53 | Special Guest - Barrie Lester - Part 1

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Barrie Lester - Part 1 In this episode of What a Load of Bowls, we’re joined by none other than Barrie Lester – one of Australia’s most decorated and passionate lawn bowlers. From his days as a rising star with the Australian Jackaroos to becoming a household name in the bowls community, Barrie shares his journey, insights, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Check out Barrie's website at,,,, https://www.barrielester.com.au/ Support our Partners Newcastle Car & Truck Rental Contact - Todd Holden sales@newcastlerental.com www.newcastlerental.com Ph: (02) 4908 1081   Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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  4. EP#52 - Leading the Global Game: Inside World Bowls with the CEO & President

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    EP#52 - Leading the Global Game: Inside World Bowls with the CEO & President

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - We chat with the CEO & President of World Bowls In this power-packed episode of What a Load of Bowls, we sit down with World Bowls President Brett O’Riley and the CEO Neil Dalrymple to explore the exciting global direction of the sport. We discuss: ✅ Ghana becoming the newest World Bowls member nation and Brett’s inspiring recent visit there ✅ World Bowls’ official recognition by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) ✅ The launch of the World Bowls Hall of Fame ✅ Updates on the World Cup, World Champion of Champions at Club Barham, and the 2027 World Championships at Leamington Spa, England ✅ A look at World Bowls’ new global partnerships including the World Academy of Sport and The Bowls Club This is a must-listen for bowlers everywhere from club players to national reps as we unpack how World Bowls is working to elevate and grow our game across the globe.   Support our Partners Newcastle Car & Truck Rental Contact - Todd Holden sales@newcastlerental.com www.newcastlerental.com Ph: (02) 4908 1081     Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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  5. EP#51 - Wayne Turley Previews the Golden Nugget

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    EP#51 - Wayne Turley Previews the Golden Nugget

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Wayne Turley previews the Golden Nugget @ Club Tweed Wayne enlightens us on some history of the golden nugget and how preparations are going ahead of one of Australians most prestigious singles tournaments.  With a red hot field in the men's and women's tournaments its sure to be a cracker of an event, all starting this weekend with the Junior Golden Nugget also.   Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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  6. EP#50 - Special Guest - Aron Sherriff - 7 Times AO Singles Champion

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    EP#50 - Special Guest - Aron Sherriff - 7 Times AO Singles Champion

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Special Guest - Aron Sherriff Aron sits down with DJ discussing his recent Australian Open singles title number 7 and 4 in a row and how he prepared for the final.  He shares how life is after his International retirement and what keeps driving the fire and juices to compete and win at the highest level still.  Aron picks his team for the commonwealth games and what's coming up on his bowls calendar.   Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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  7. EP#49 - Who was victorious at the Australian Open... OMAR stats at AO just staggering... How to prepare a team for success.. EP#50-have your say

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    EP#49 - Who was victorious at the Australian Open... OMAR stats at AO just staggering... How to prepare a team for success.. EP#50-have your say

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - All the results from the Australian Open - OMAR stats at the Australian Open are staggering - DJ shares his preparations for his teams off to NSW State Pennant finals (Grades 1 to 7) - Episode 50 of What a Load of Bowls is on the horizon - have your say on who we get as a guest   Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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  8. EP#48 - Platinum Pennants concludes & 2 new teams announced.. DJ kicking goals with commentary.. Simon bows out of COC Singles.. QLD State Championship results

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    EP#48 - Platinum Pennants concludes & 2 new teams announced.. DJ kicking goals with commentary.. Simon bows out of COC Singles.. QLD State Championship results

    WHAT A LOAD OF BOWLS  Hosted by Simon & DJ - Bringing you everything lawn bowls - discussing the hot topics around the greens with some bowls banter, bringing you player Interviews, tournaments and events around the country and also player and club development insights. This Episode - Platinum Pennants concludes - some thoughts on improving the product - DJ tells us how good he was at commentary - 2 new teams announced for platinum pennants - Simon bows out of the COC Singles - QLD State Championship results - Jeremy Henry show - NSW and QLD trail state sides announced   Get in touch with us & send your questions to: Simon - simon@thebowlsacademy.com DJ - dj@thebowlsacademy.com Drop us a message via https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/contact Join The Bowls Academy Community for all the latest news and resources direct to your inbox - https://www.thebowlsacademy.com/opt-in   Website: www.thebowlsacademy.com Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBowlsAcademy Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebowlsacademy/ Subscribe to TBA YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@thebowlsacademy Share, like and follow us on Apple Podcast, Spotify & YouTube

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A podcast bringing you everything lawn bowls. Latest news, Interviews, events, tournaments, player & club development advise and discussing what is being talked about around the greens.

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  • صناع العمل
    Simon & DJ
  • سنوات النشاط
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    What a Load of Bowls

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