Qualifying Rules
- All non-ambulatory athletes competing at a NSGA state qualifying games will qualify for the 2025 National Senior Games.
- Athletes must qualify in each event in which they wish to compete at the 2025 National Senior Games.
- Athletes who reside in a state that does not offer a non-ambulatory bowling event may qualify for bowling by meeting the “limited” event qualifying criteria in Rule D.
Entry Regulations
- Competitors are encouraged to provide their own bowling balls and shoes. House balls and shoes may be available at the competitor’s expense.
Non-Ambulatory Bowling Rules
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Non-Ambulatory Sport Definition
Non-ambulatory means a person who is unable to walk and is therefore dependent on a wheelchair in daily life. NSGA's non-ambulatory sports are for those who are unable to walk without assistance or at all, and who will be competing in a wheelchair at the event.
This tournament will be conducted in accordance with United States Bowling Congress rules, except as modified herein. For a copy of these rules, please write or call:
United States Bowling Congress
621 Six Flags Drive
Arlington, TX 76011
(800) 514-2695
www.bowl.com
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Athlete must be seated in their wheelchair or scooter for the entire duration of competition.
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Athlete’s feet cannot touch the floor during competition.
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An athlete must physically roll the ball or with the use of a ramp, as long as no one else or the chair itself helps project the ball down the lane. The athlete must be the one who impacts the energy needed for the ball to move down the lane.
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All equipment shall meet United States Bowling Congress specifications. The NSGA reserves the right to check equipment at any time.
