National Gents U25 Pairs competition named after Andy Meekison

As part of Bowls Scotland’s 2025 Calendar of Events, we are delighted to announce the launch of the Andy Meekison Gents Under 25 Pairs competition.

Andy sadly passed away in 2024 but spent many years of his life dedicating his time to coaching and selecting Scotland’s U18 and U25 international teams, achieving major success with both teams in each of these roles. Despite not being able to witness their victories, we know Andy would have been extremely proud of Scotland’s U18 and U25 teams winning each of their respective international series at Belmont Bowling Club, Belfast in 2024.

To enable us to continue to offer competitive opportunities for the next generation of stars, the Andy Meekison Gents Under 25 Pairs will be held at the National Centre for Bowling, Ayr on Saturday 10th May. The winning pair will then go on to represent Scotland in the 2025 British Isles Championships taking place at Llandrindod Wells Bowling Club, Wales on Tuesday 24th and Wednesday 25th June.

Bowls Scotland Competitions Manager, Lawra Cox, said: “This is a fitting tribute in Andy’s memory and whilst we are saddened that he isn’t here to see this new event take place, we are pleased to be delivering this competition in his memory.

“Andy spent countless hours travelling the length and breadth of the country to develop the next generation of Scotland’s international bowlers. So, to have a competition that will see the best young male players in the country go toe-to-toe against each other is credit to Andy’s hard work and dedication over the years.

“We are sure the event will be a great success, and we look forward to reminiscing over Andy’s best moments and favourite one-liners on the day. Andy’s partner, Donna, will also be on hand to conduct the presentation of prizes at the conclusion of the competition.”

To enter, please visit; https://www.bowlsscotland.com/competitions/national/andy-meekison-u25-gents-pairs or contact events@bowlsscotland.com if you have any questions.

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