Lothian Disability Sport work closely with Haddington Bowling Club to offer a taster session, targeting participants with disabilities to provide an opportunity to try lawn bowls at the East Lothian club on Sunday 19th September.
Twelve participants were able to try the sport on the day and they were supported by club members and coaches Billy Mellors, Karen & Colin Dick. In addition to the local coaches, experienced para bowls coach Ron McArthur supported on the day alongside Ian Graham from the Scottish Blind Bowlers of Scotland (VIBS) who was on hand to provide his expertise to the participants with a visual impairment. Further support was provided to the Lothian bowlers by Jacqueline and James Keir who were king enough to travel East to lend a helping hand on the day.
This partnership is looking to develop opportunities for bowlers with disabilities in the East Lothian area, potentially linking with East Lothian Indoor Bowling Club for further inclusive opportunities during the upcoming winter months. Ron McArthur commented on the quality of bowling, stating ‘there was evidence of real potential’ from the players who attended, and we hope this can be developed in the coming months. Both Scottish Disability Sport and Bowls Scotland
The club are planning on hosting another taster session for participants with disabilities this coming Sunday (26th September) between 12noon and 2pm. To register for the event please click here.
If you are interested in accessing this opportunity or would like to find out more then please contact Lothian Disability Sport Development Officer Jack Brodie on admin@lothiandisabilitysport.co.uk or 07885 549173.