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Irish Road Bowling Teams consist of 4 players (21 and older) who "bowl" a small cannonball as far as they can down a de...
Irish Road Bowling Teams consist of 4 players (21 and older) who "bowl" a small cannonball as far as they can
down a designated road. Scoring is on the honor system and it's similar to keeping score for golf. All throws are
completed underhanded, and teammates move down the road ahead of each bowler to watch where the team's
ball stops. Team members take turns rolling the ball. The team with the fewest number of "rolls" at the end of
the course wins!

Tournament Rules
• Teams of 4. All members must be 21 or older.
• Be respectful of property along the course.
• The team’s bowler can take 2-3 steps or a running start 10-15 yards behind the line but must release the
bowl underhanded before going over the line.
• One team member can stand 20-30 yards ahead of the bowler to mark where they wish the bowl to roll.
• Once the bowl stops, its most forward progress is marked on the road (this mark is called a “butt”) by a
team member and that is the starting point for the next roll.
• The team’s scorekeeper marks down each bowl taken.
• Roles can be rotated anytime during the tournament.
• Once you near the end of the 1-mile course, try to roll as far past the finish line as you can. In the case
where teams are tied in the number of bowls thrown, the furthest past the finish line determines the
winner.
• A member of the event staff will measure your distance past the finish line and collect your scorecard.
• You are responsible for your safety and those around you. Make sure your path is clear before you bowl.
Yell “rolling”, “clear the way” or “Faugh a ballagh” to alert other players. Don’t try to stop bowls with
your hands or feet. Remember these are cannonballs!
• Ties will be determined by a “Sham-rock – Paper – Scissors.”
Parking will be available by the starting line in a designated area of the Hilton Garden Inn on the Sioux City
Riverfront. Registration, music, a beer tent and games will be in the starting area while you wait your turn to
participate.
Also, food, drinks, and music will be available at the conclusion of Irish Road Bowling. Shuttle service will be
provided if needed to return to your car at the end of the celebration at the Anderson Pavilion area. Prizes will
be awarded to the winners of each division. The overall winning team bowls free next year. There will also be a
contest for “Best Dressed” Team. Proceeds from the event will support the Opportunities Unlimited “Annual
Angels” program.
Date: Sunday, September 24, 2023
Time: Starts at 11 a.m. - last toss at 3 p.m.
Location: Larsen Park Road and the Anderson Pavilion, Sioux City, IA
Cost: Entry Fee is $200 per team. | First 50 Entries received with payment will play.
(A wait list will be created & postmark will be used to determine first 50 entries)
Forms and payments must be mailed in to:
Opportunities Unlimited
3439 Glen Oaks Blvd
Sioux City, IA 51104
If you are interested, please contact Susan Vondrak with any questions.
Susan Vondrak 712.277.8295 ext. 143 | svondrak@opportunitiesunlimited.com
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    Opportunities Unlimited - Irish Road Bowling

    Irish Road Bowling Teams consist of 4 players (21 and older) who "bowl" a small cannonball as far as they can
    down a designated road. Scoring is on the honor system and it's similar to keeping score for golf. All throws are
    completed underhanded, and teammates move down the road ahead of each b...
    Irish Road Bowling Teams consist of 4 players (21 and older) who "bowl" a small cannonball as far as they can
    down a designated road. Scoring is on the honor system and it's similar to keeping score for golf. All throws are
    completed underhanded, and teammates move down the road ahead of each bowler to watch where the team's
    ball stops. Team members take turns rolling the ball. The team with the fewest number of "rolls" at the end of
    the course wins!

    Tournament Rules
    • Teams of 4. All members must be 21 or older.
    • Be respectful of property along the course.
    • The team’s bowler can take 2-3 steps or a running start 10-15 yards behind the line but must release the
    bowl underhanded before going over the line.
    • One team member can stand 20-30 yards ahead of the bowler to mark where they wish the bowl to roll.
    • Once the bowl stops, its most forward progress is marked on the road (this mark is called a “butt”) by a
    team member and that is the starting point for the next roll.
    • The team’s scorekeeper marks down each bowl taken.
    • Roles can be rotated anytime during the tournament.
    • Once you near the end of the 1-mile course, try to roll as far past the finish line as you can. In the case
    where teams are tied in the number of bowls thrown, the furthest past the finish line determines the
    winner.
    • A member of the event staff will measure your distance past the finish line and collect your scorecard.
    • You are responsible for your safety and those around you. Make sure your path is clear before you bowl.
    Yell “rolling”, “clear the way” or “Faugh a ballagh” to alert other players. Don’t try to stop bowls with
    your hands or feet. Remember these are cannonballs!
    • Ties will be determined by a “Sham-rock – Paper – Scissors.”
    Parking will be available by the starting line in a designated area of the Hilton Garden Inn on the Sioux City
    Riverfront. Registration, music, a beer tent and games will be in the starting area while you wait your turn to
    participate.
    Also, food, drinks, and music will be available at the conclusion of Irish Road Bowling. Shuttle service will be
    provided if needed to return to your car at the end of the celebration at the Anderson Pavilion area. Prizes will
    be awarded to the winners of each division. The overall winning team bowls free next year. There will also be a
    contest for “Best Dressed” Team. Proceeds from the event will support the Opportunities Unlimited “Annual
    Angels” program.
    Date: Sunday, September 24, 2023
    Time: Starts at 11 a.m. - last toss at 3 p.m.
    Location: Larsen Park Road and the Anderson Pavilion, Sioux City, IA
    Cost: Entry Fee is $200 per team. | First 50 Entries received with payment will play.
    (A wait list will be created & postmark will be used to determine first 50 entries)
    Forms and payments must be mailed in to:
    Opportunities Unlimited
    3439 Glen Oaks Blvd
    Sioux City, IA 51104
    If you are interested, please contact Susan Vondrak with any questions.
    Susan Vondrak 712.277.8295 ext. 143 | svondrak@opportunitiesunlimited.com
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