As the stream of COVID-19 bad news continues to flow, it has been advised that the 2021 Senior Triple Crown originally scheduled for this April has now been cancelled.
A Tribute to Frank Stobie
It is with sadness that we have learned the passing of Frank Stobie on 9th January.
A true gentleman who would always greet you with a smile.
We pass on our condolences to Olive and his family.
Click here to read a tribute by Liam O’Rafferty
ITBA COVID-19 Return To Sport Protocol
The ITBA in conjunction with Sport Ireland and Department of Transport, Tourism & Sport (DTTS) have finalised a protocol for the Return to Bowling.
ITBA COVID-19 Return To Sport Protocol
This document should be reviewed by all ITBA Members and adhered to with regard to all ITBA official sessions whether be Practice, Training or Competition as and when they are organised.
Other documents you will become familiar with when attending ITBA official sessions are as follows. These documents will by provided by your Sub-Committee COVID-19 Officer:
Sport Ireland COVID-19 Awareness eLearning Course
Please note that the linked COVID-19 Awareness eLearning Course has now been updated to include COVID-19 Officer training. This will be completed by Officers appointed by each Sub-Committee to manage their bowling activities.
With bowling centers reopening over the coming weeks, we are continuing to work with Sport Ireland, the Federation Of Irish Sport and the Centers in planning for a safe return for all our bowlers.
As further details become available we will be providing information here so that all Bowlers, Coaches and Officials are aware of the protocols that must be adhered to. To prepare you for what is coming, please follow this link to a COVID-19 Awareness eLearning Course provided by Sport Ireland.
If you want further information it can be found on the Sport Ireland COVID-19 site.
We look forward to seeing you all back on the lanes in the near future.
ITBA 2020 AGM Postponed
In the best interests of our Members, the ITBA has made the decision to postpone our upcoming AGM. The event was due to be held in the Irish Sports HQ (NGB Building), on Tuesday, 28th April.
This is to ensure the safety of our Members and your families at this difficult time, which is our primary consideration.
Alternative arrangements for this event will be shared in due course.