Overview
About the event
Bowling is one of the world�??s most popular participation sports, with around 100 million enthusiasts. It appeals to all ages and both sexes, and many people with disabilities are able to be keen bowlers, making it a sport for just about anyone.
This history of bowling may date back to ancient Egyptian times, as primitive bowling pitches have been found in graves from around 5,000 BC.
Much later, Edward, King of England was a keen bowler, but because he didn�??t want others to share in the fun, he banned working men from taking part in case they neglected their duties.
Because bowling was considered to be a sport for men, women were originally banned from participating by the American Bowling Congress. However, in 1917, the Women�??s National Bowling Association was founded to allow the sport to be played by both genders.
Since National Bowling Day was founded as an event in the USA in 2011, it has proved to be a striking success. The day was first sponsored by the Bowling Proprietor�??s Association of America, Inc., with the intention of increasing awareness and participation in the game.
