Moreton Bay to Host 2026 Queensland Junior State Championships
Bowls Queensland is proud to announce that the 2026 Queensland Junior State Championships will be held in the Moreton Bay District, bringing the state’s most promising young bowlers together for one of the premier events on the junior calendar.
The championships will be hosted at Scarborough Bowls Club, in conjunction with Bramble Bay Bowls Club and Brighton Bowls Club, showcasing the strength of bowls across the region and providing a high-quality platform for emerging talent.
A total of 317 competitors will take to the greens across 11 disciplines, highlighting the continued growth and enthusiasm for junior bowls throughout Queensland.
Following strong feedback from participants and stakeholders in 2025, this year’s event will feature an expanded program of categories to provide greater opportunities for participation and development. The 2026 disciplines include:
- Under 12 Open Singles
- Under 15 Girls Singles
- Under 18 Girls Singles
- Under 15 Boys Singles
- Under 18 Boys Singles
- Under 15 Open Pairs
- Under 18 Open Pairs
- Under 15 Open Triples
- Under 18 Open Triples
- Under 15 Open Fours
- Under 18 Open Fours
This expanded format reflects Bowls Queensland’s commitment to fostering pathways for junior athletes, ensuring players of all ages and abilities have the opportunity to compete, develop, and represent their clubs and regions.
Bowls Queensland President, Brian Marshall, said the championships continue to play a vital role in developing the next generation of Queensland bowlers.
“The Queensland Junior State Championships are a cornerstone event for our sport, providing young players with the opportunity to compete at a high level while building lifelong connections within the bowls community,” he said.
“It is extremely encouraging to see the continued growth in participation, as well as the expansion of event categories, which ensures more young Queenslanders can be part of this experience.”
The event will also serve as an important talent identification platform, with many participants aspiring to progress through Queensland’s representative pathways and onto national competition.
Bowls Queensland extends its sincere thanks to the City of Moreton Bay, Drakes Pride, and BCIB Insurance Brokers for their valued support of the 2026 Queensland Junior State Championships.
With strong participation numbers, expanded playing opportunities, and the support of dedicated host clubs and partners, the 2026 Championships are set to be a standout celebration of junior bowls in Queensland.
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