Athletes then take turns rolling larger wooden balls, called bowls, towards the target ball attempting to get as close to it as possible. Athletes may also decide to roll balls to areas of the rink in anticipation that the target ball may end up in that area after it is struck by other bowls. Each athlete is allowed four bowls and are rolled from a matted area. There are no changes in rules for lawn bowling for athletes with disabilities. The game can be played as singles, mixed singles, pairs, triples, and as foursomes.
Blind athletes play by the same rules but use assistants during competition.
Canes and chairs are allowed but no chutes or ramps are allowed for disabled athletes during formal competition. Equipment Little equipment is needed for this sport. The bowls are usually wood or rubber and painted brown or black. Lawn bowling is a recreational physical activity that can be easily adapted to an educational setting. Unfortunately, wheelchair athletes may find they are not welcome on the greens and must bowl from the edge of the green on a lawn protective surface.