A player can be approved to play in a Midweek or Weekend Pennant competition for a member club other than their nominated (primary) club, or can transfer.
Encompassing five Bowls Regions within the city of Melbourne, Metro Pennant is administered by Bowls Victoria. The season runs between October to March yearly, comprising both midweek and weekend competitions.
🔔 2026/27 Season Timeline
August 24th – Draft Draws released and open for feedback August 30th – Draft Draws closed for feedback September 7th – Final Draws released September 21st – Draws live in Bowlslink
The following Divisions will use digital/live scoring for Metro Pennant Season 2026-27: Weekend – Premier, Premier Reserve, Divisions 1, 2 & 3 Midweek – Divisions 1 & 2
REGIONAL PENNANT
Regional Pennant is administered by Bowls Victoria’s Regions, with seasons running for various lengths between August to March each year. Most Regions run both midweek and weekend comptitions. Further information can be obtained by contacting Regions directly.
New videos for Season 2026-27 are coming soon! In the meantime, the Pennant Preparation and Selector Support Webinars from last season are still very relevant and are good guides for those involved in preparing their clubs for the upcoming season.
