2025 US OPEN PROGRAM

2025 US OPEN

2025 PROGRAM HOSTED BY BOWLS USA In collaboration with South Central Division

Bell LBC Johnson LBC @ SCW Lakeview LBC Mountain View LBC Oakmont LBC

TABLE OF CONTENTS

G r e e t i n g s f r o m U S O p e n C h a ir

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M e s s a g e f r o m B o w l s U S A P r e s i d en t

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M e s s a g e f r o m S o u t h C e n t r a l D i v i s i o n Pr es id e n t

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Recognition of Club Presidents

5

Sponsor Appreciation

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Advertisers & Donors

10

Bowls USA National Officers

12

B o w l s U S A D i v i s i o n C o u n c i l o rs

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U S O p e n C o m m i t t e e C h a i r s & Te am M e mb e r s

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G e n e ra l I n f o rm a t i o n P a g e

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S u n C i t y & S u n C i t y W e s t - W e bs i t e & S oc i al M e d ia

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2 0 2 4 U S O p e n B o w l e r s o f t h e T o u rn a m e n t

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C h e c k - i n , P ra c t i c e & S c h e d u l e of E v en t s

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O p e n in g C e r e m o n y

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Women’s Venue Assignments

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Men’s Venue Assignments

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M a p s o f G r e e n s / V e n u e s o f Su n Ci t y & S un C ity W est

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LINK TO US OPEN - CONDITIONS OF PLAY LINK TO LIVESTREAMING - YOUTUBE LINK TO LIVESTREAMING - FACEBOOK

Greetings from US Open Chair & Tournament Director Welcome to the 2025 US Open!

Veronica Sum

Chair & 2025 Tournament Director US OPEN

Bowls USA is proud to once again host this premier tournament in the beautiful communities of Sun City and Sun City West, known for their outstanding greens and dedicated volunteers. Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning as a seasoned competitor, we hope your experience is both enjoyable and rewarding.

Thank you for being part of what promises to be an exceptional week of bowls!

Message from Bowls USA President Welcome to the 2025 US Open!

Pam Edwards President Bowls USA

Bowls USA is delighted to once again bring this premier tournament to Sun City and Sun City West, where outstanding greens, dedicated volunteers, and a welcoming community make the event possible.

This year the US Open continues to grow, with competitors joining us from nine countries around the world.

For the first time, the US Open is also part of the World Bowls Series of events. At a minimum, the semifinals and finals in each discipline will be livestreamed worldwide, giving our players a truly global stage. For some of you, this is your very first US Open experience; for others, it is a return to familiar competition and friendships. Wherever you are on your journey, we wish you a rewarding week filled with great bowls, camaraderie, and memorable moments. Thank you for being part of this special event.

Message from South Central Division (SCD) President WELCOME EVERYONE TO SUN CITY, ARIZONA The South Central Division in conjunction with the Sun City Recreational Organization welcome you to sunny Arizona and the United States Open for lawn bowling. We are honored to host this tournament again in 2025.

We appreciate the cooperation and support of the area clubs for use of their greens and their work to provide hospitality at their respective clubs. We would also like to thank the many hours that the maintenance crew worked on preparing these wonderful greens at both Sun City and Johnson Lawn Bowls Club. The tournament is only successful because of the hard work and extra effort by so many, many people and their committees. THANKS TO ALL OF YOU!

Jackie Tucker President, SCD

We hope you will enjoy the camaraderie and competition, plus new and old friends while you are here. Please check out the Sun City Museum on Oakmont Drive which shows you the history and vision that Del Webb had for our wonderful community.

Here’s to good bowling for all and hope you will return again.

A heartfelt 'Thank you' to all the Presidents of the clubs and facilities in Sun City and Sun City West, who will graciously host us during this event.

C l a i re D a y , P re s i d e n t Bell Lawn Bowling Club

V a l T i l t o n , P re s i d e n t Lakeview Lawn Bowling Club

H u g h G u t h e ri e , P re s i d e n t Johnson Lawn Bowling Club

P e t e r L e n c h u k , P re s i d e n t Mountainview Lawn Bowling Club

R h o n d a N e l s o n , P re s i d e n t Oakmont Lawn Bowling Club

Please thank these Presidents when you see them as they are also participating players.

A B I G TH A NK Y OU TO OU R S PONSOR S The Nixon Group

Tournament Shirt Sponsors Exclusive sponsor of the 2025 US Open shirts

www.nixongrouprealestate.com

Specializing In active retirement communities and dedicated to preserving the lifestyle, history and heritage. The Nixons are here to help, serving and giving back to the communities.

They ease the process of buying, selling, or renting a home. They live, work and play here, so they’ve got you!

Key Contacts: Tim & Amy Nixon, Owners Location: 15458 N 99th Ave, Sun City, AZ 85351

SParms

In-Kind Donation Sponsor Generously donating product gift vouchers for the gold and silver medal winners in all 6 events of the 2025 US Open.

www.sparms.com

SParms provides innovative solutions in sun safety. They design high-tech athletic apparel for sports and leisure. Their design concept is derived from safe designs that are comfortable, adaptive, and sustainable, offering maximum sun protection. They are passionate about ethical and responsible business and design thoughtful solutions that minimize environmental impact.

Key Contact: Chloe Stewart, General Manager Location: Australia

A B I G TH A NK Y OU TO OU R S PONSOR S Berry Bowling Systems (BBS)

www.berrybowlingsystems.com

Banner Sponsor BBS will have the privilege of displaying their banners at all five bowling venues during the 2025 US Open.

Specializing in the design, construction, installation, and maintenance of the full range of market leading synthetic lawn bowling surfaces. Berry Bowling Systems has set high standards for innovation, costeffective design, and construction of over 700 quality bowling green installations around the world. BBS will not comprise on it's quality.

Key Contact: David Aarons, General Manager Location: Melbourne, Australia

Jai Thai

Tournament Scorecard Sponsor Players receive a scorecard for each game, featuring a restaurant offer on the back..

www.jaithaiaz.com

A full service Thai restaurant, committed to delivering an authentic Thai dining experience reflected in a meticulously crafted menu selection. Drawing inspiration from the culinary traditions of Central Thailand, Bangkok, and Ratchaburi, their offerings showcase a harmonious blend of flavors, textures, and aromas.

Key Contact: Jim Arledge, Owner. Jim’s wife is the Chef.

Location: 9803 W Bell Rd., Sun City, AZ 85351

A B I G TH A NK Y OU TO OU R S PONSOR S Bowls Development Fund (BDF)

www.bowlsdevelopmentfund.org

Tent Sponsor - Livestreaming BDF will be offering their tent for livestreaming purposes.

The Bowls Development Fund (BDF) is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to growing and supporting lawn bowls in the U.S. Through fundraising and partnerships, BDF advances programs and events that strengthen the sport’s future. Its Forever Fund provides lasting support to help the game thrive for generations.

Key Contact: Steve Nelson, President Location: Sun City, AZ

Henselite

www.henseliteusa.com

Bowls Booth Vendor Sponsor Participants can interact with Henselite during the two check-in/practice days to experience their products & merchandise.

Henselite USA is the lawn bowling supplier for North, Central and South Americas. Products include bowls, bags, apparel and accessories.

Henselite are the makers of the highest quality lawn bowls and accessories.

Key Contact: Jimmer Wysopal Location: Huntington Beach, CA

Thank you to our Advertisers Renaissance Financial Western State Bank

Thank you to our Donors A Special Shoutout to Liquid I.V. for providing sample drink packets for all participants.

Anonymous Donation

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Photo Credit: John Duvall

W W E W E I E I I V V E V E E K K K A LLLAA

National Officers Pam Edwards President, Bowls USA

Kane Tobin 1st Vice President, Bowls USA

Linda Roberts 2nd Vice President, Bowls USA

Manya Urane Secretary, Bowls USA

Kelly Warren Treasurer, Bowls USA

Veronica Sum Immediate Past President, Bowls USA

Division Councilors Central

Northeast

Northwest

Anna Witt

Michele Lary

Debbie Tupper

Aaron Zangl

Ted Tragard

Tom Sunderland

Pacific Inter-Mountain

South Central

Ginger Harris

Dee McSparran

Scottie Marzonie

Bob Selzler

Southeast

Southwest

Marth Nilsen

Jackie Hogan

Tom Bussell

Howard Harris

Photo Credit: Kate Carriage

2025 US OPEN COMMITTEE Bowls USA would like to recognize and thank this year’s US Open Committee, comprised of volunteers from Arizona, California + other parts of the US and Canada. Your commitment and support have been instrumental in the success of this event.

Event Committees and Volunteers

Thank you!

US Open Chair Veronica Sum Treasurer Kelly Warren

US Open National Committee Jackie Hogan, Councilor Tom Bussell, Councilor Kelly Warren, Bowls USA Treasurer

Games Kate Carriage, Chair Al Goff

Registration Dee McSparran Pam Edwards

National Umpire-in-Chief Melanie Vizenor

Program Veronica Sum

Opening Ceremony Veronica Sum

Check-in Truitje Wagner Joe Herber Carol Canivez

Opening Reception Joyce Herber Veronica Sum

Opening Ceremony Emcee Al Goff

2025 US OPEN COMMITTEE Event Committees and Volunteers

Thank you!

Venue Managers Pam Edwards, Chair Jim Roth Truitje Wagner Ginger Harris Jackie Hogan Keith Tilton Melanie Vizenor Jackie Tucker Jeff Wheeler Howard Harris

Umpires Pam Edwards Debbie Tupper Michael Sandiford Ian Cameron Brad Berg

Venue Assistants Cindy Thompson Lill Dusablon Brad Truckenbrod Truitje Wagner

Social Media Jackie Hogan, Chair

Livestreaming Scott Roberts Kelly Warren Webmaster Garry Higgins

Merchandise Jackie Hogan Shelley Cohen Tracy Anderson

Photography Photo Club of Sun City John Monahan John Wood Photo credits: John Duvall Tracy Anderson Kate Carriage

2025 US OPEN COMMITTEE Event Committees and Volunteers

Thank you!

Greens & Setup Jim Roth, Chair Keith Tilton Michael Sandiford Brad Truckenbrod Pete Lenchuk Trevor Samagalski Mike Holman Ron Bjornson Rai Weed Les Johnson

Food & Hospitality Sun City Joyce Herber, Chair Ellie Sandiford Betsy Palaschak Lynn Ploof Shirley Monaghan Lynne Tortorelli Frances Shen Irene Debrock Lill Dusablon

Markers Veronica Sum Jackie Tucker Jim Roth, Trainer Al Goff, Trainer

Sun City West Cindy Thompson Carol Goff Robin Knutson Marilyn Etbauer Peggy Watson Cheryle Reinertsen Kaye Thorkelson Cindy Thompson Joan Moller

Music Peoria Music Academy TBD

Thank you to all the markers and hospitality teams.

This event would not be possible without all of your volunteerism and dedication to this event and sport!

US OPEN GENERAL INFORMATION Check-in Players should check-in at Bell Lawn Bowling Club before play for swag bags, reception passes and merchandise pickup.

Check-in is open: Fri, Oct 31st: 9:00am - 5:00pm Sat, Nov 1st: 9:00am - 3:00pm An official welcome & kickoff will take place at Lakeview Lawn Bowling Club. Following the event at the green, there will be a hosted reception at Lakeview Social Halls 1 & 2 plus outside patio, featuring wine, beer, other beverages, and hors d’oeuvres. It's just a short walk away.

Saturday, November 1st Opening Ceremony: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Reception: 5:00pm - 7:00pm

US OPEN GENERAL INFORMATION Practice Times by Venue Please note, clubs may charge a guest fee for players choosing to practice on days other than Fri, Oct 31st and Sat, Nov 1st, unless a facilities pass was purchased.

October 31st: Bell (1 green): 9:30am - 5:00pm Bell: (1 green): 11:00am - 5:00pm Johnson at SCW: 9:30am - 5:00pm Lakeview: 9:30am - 5:00pm Mountainview: 9:30am - 5:00pm Oakmont: 9:30am - 5:00pm November 1st: Bell: 9:00am - 4:00pm Johnson at SCW: 9:00am - 4:00pm Lakeview (1 green): 9:00am - 3:00pm Lakeview (1 green): 11:00am - 3:00pm Mountain View: 9:00am - 4:00pm Oakmont: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Daily Schedule for Play Announcements: 7:45 am Play begins: 8:00 am Breaks between games: 10 or 15 minutes Lunch: 25 minutes for qualifying and 30 minutes on Final Days

US OPEN GENERAL INFORMATION Awards

Awards will be presented at the finals venues immediately following play. We ask players to stay for photographs.

Hospitality Morning beverages and breakfast snacks will be provided at all venues. Players are encouraged to bring their own reusable water bottles. **Players are responsible for their own lunches.**

Livestreaming/Photography Please be aware that livestreaming and/or photography may take place at the venues during play. While participants may not be the main focus, there is a chance that their image could be captured in the background.

Emergency Contacts Players should ensure that someone at the green has the phone and email information for their emergency contact.

Please share this information with your teammates or travel companions. If you are attending alone, make sure to provide these details to the Venue Manager.

LAWN BOWLING CLUBS SUN CITY & SUN CITY WEST Sun City, AZ Website: www.bowlsaz.com

Facebook: Suncity Lawnbowls

Sun City West, AZ

Website: www.lawnbowls.scwclubs.com Facebook: Johnson Lawn Bowls

South Central Division

Website: www.scdlawnbowls.com

Photo Credit: Veronica Sum

2024 BOWLERS OF THE TOURNAMENT Anne Nunes USA Southwest Division Home Club : Newport Harbor Lawn Bowling Club, CA

Charlie Herbert USA Southwest Division Home Club: Laguna Beach Lawn Bowling Club, CA

CHECK-IN AND PRACTICE DAYS Check-In: Friday, October 31 9:00AM - 5:00 PM

Bell LBC

Practice: Friday, October 31 9:30AM - 5:00PM 11:00AM - 5:00PM 9:30AM - 5:00PM 9:30AM - 5:00PM 9:30AM - 5:00PM 9:30AM - 5:00PM

Bell LBC - Green 1 Bell LBC - Green 2 Johnson LBC - Sun City West Lakeview LBC Mountain View LBC Oakmont View LBC

Check-In: Saturday, November 1 9:00AM - 3:00PM

Bell LBC

Practice: Saturday, November 1 9:00AM - 4:00PM 9:00AM - 4:00PM 9:00AM - 3:00PM 11:00AM - 3:00PM

Bell LBC Johnson LBC - Sun City West Lakeview LBC - Green 1 Lakeview LBC - Green 2

9:00AM - 4:00PM 9:00AM - 4:00PM

Mountain View LBC Oakmont LBC

OPENING CEREMONY & RECEPTION: Saturday, November 1 4:00PM - 5:00PM 5:00PM - 7:00PM

Opening Ceremony at Lakeview LBC Opening Reception at Lakeview Social Halls 1 + 2 + 3 and Patio

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Day 1: Sunday, November 2 WOMEN’S EVENT - SINGLES - Qualifier 7:45 AM

Bell LBC - 2 greens Johnson LBC - Sun City West - 2 greens

MEN’S EVENT - FOURS - Qualifier 7:45 AM

Lakeview LBC - 2 greens Oakmont LBC - 1 green

Day 2: Monday, November 3 WOMEN’S EVENT - SINGLES 7:45 AM

Johnson LBC - Sun City West - 2 greens Lakeview LBC - 2 greens

MEN’S EVENT - FOURS - Finals 7:45 AM

Bell LBC - 2 greens Oakmont LBC - 1 green

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Day 3: Tuesday, November 4 WOMEN’S EVENT - SINGLES - Finals 7:45 AM

Bell LBC - 2 greens Oakmont LBC - 1 green

MEN’S EVENT - PAIRS - Qualifier 7:45 AM

Johnson LBC - Sun City West - 3 greens Lakeview LBC - 2 greens Mountain View LBC - 1 greens

Day 4: Wednesday, November 5 WOMEN’S EVENT - PAIRS - Qualifier 7:45 AM

Johnson LBC - Sun City West - 3 greens

MEN’S EVENT - PAIRS - Finals 7:45 AM

Bell LBC - 2 greens Lakeview LBC - 2 greens

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Day 5: Thursday, November 6 WOMEN’S EVENT - PAIRS - Finals 7:45 AM

Bell LBC - 2 greens

MEN’S EVENT - SINGLES - Qualifier 7:45 AM

Johnson LBC - Sun City West - 3 greens Lakeview LBC - 2 greens Oakmont LBC - 1 green Mountain View LBC - 1 green

Day 6: Friday, November 7 WOMEN’S EVENT - FOURS - Qualifier Bell LBC - 2 greens 7:45 AM MEN’S EVENT - SINGLES - Qualifier 7:45 AM

Johnson LBC - Sun City West - 3 greens Lakeview LBC - 2 greens Oakmont LBC - 1 green Mountain View LBC - 1 green

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Day 7: Saturday, November 8 WOMEN’S EVENT - FOURS - Finals 7:45 AM

Bell LBC - 1 green Lakeview LBC - 1 green

MEN’S EVENT - SINGLES - Finals 7:45 AM

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Johnson LBC - Sun City West - 3 greens Bell LBC - 1 green Lakeview LBC - 1 green

OPENING CEREMONY

EMCEE: AL GOFF PROCESSIONAL Bowls USA President Pam Edwards US Open Chair & SCD President Veronica Sum & Jackie Tucker Sun City and Sun City West Club Presidents Claire Day - Bell LBC Hugh Guthrie - Johnson LBC, Sun City West Val Tilton - Lakeview LBC Pete Lenchuk - Mountain View LBC Rhonda Nelson- Oakmont LBC Bowls USA Officers Kane Tobin, 1st Vice President Linda Roberts, 2nd Vice President Manya Urane, Secretary Kelly Warren, Treasurer Division Councilors Central N/A (absent: Anna Witt & Aaron Zangl) Northeast Michele Lary & Ted Tragard Northwest Debbie Tupper & Tom Sunderland Pacific Inter-Mountain Ginger Harris & Scottie Marzonie South Central Dee McSparran & Bob Selzler Southeast Martha Nilsen & Tom Bussell Southwest Jackie Hogan & Howard Harris

OPENING CEREMONY

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Flag Bearers United States Lorraine Hitchcock Len Hitchcock Australia David Knott Canada Lill Dusablon Kenya Celestine Masila

New Zealand Gerard Hulst Northern Ireland Conor McCartan Scotland Alan Smith Sweden Olle Backgren South Africa Joyce Velempini

N A TIO N A L AN THEM Christine Novello, Governing Board President Sun City West

WE L C O ME RE MA R KS Veronica Sum , Chair, US Open Committee & 2025 Tournament Director

P R E S ID E N T’S AD D R ESS Pam Edwards, President, Bowls USA

P R E S ID E N T’S AWA RD S Pam Edwards, President, Bowls USA

B O WL S U S A HAL L O F FAME Pam Edwards, President, Bowls USA

A C KN O WLE D GE MEN T O F S PO N S O RS Al Goff

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R E MAR K S T o m F o rest, Presi de n t, R ecre at i o n C ent ers o f Sun C i ty Bo ard o f Di rect o rs C hri sti n e No vello , Go vern i ng Bo ard Presi dent, R e cre ati o n C e nt e rs o f Sun C i ty We st A m y & T i m Ni xo n , O wn e rs, T he Ni xo n Gro up R O L L - JA C K & BO WL Sam Alfieri, Groundskeeper Scott Jones, Grounds Superintendent

Join us for a hosted reception for players and guests after the ceremony Lakeview Social Halls 1 + 2 + 3 and Patio

Women’s Venue Assignments

Women’s Venue Assignments

Women’s Venue Assignments

Photo Credit: John Duvall

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Men’s Venue Assignments

Men’s Venue Assignments

Men’s Venue Assignments

Men’s Venue Assignments

Men’s Venue Assignments

MAPS OF VENUES Click on name of club for map Bell Lawn Bowling Club W Campana Dr Sun City, AZ 85351

Johnson Lawn Bowling Club at Sun City West

19803 N RH Johnson Blvd Sun City West, AZ 85375

MAPS OF VENUES Click on name of club for map Lakeview Lawn Bowling Club 10626 W Thunderbird Blvd Sun City, AZ 85351

Mountain View Lawn Bowling Club

9722 N 105th Dr Sun City, AZ 85351

MAPS OF VENUES Click on name of club for map Oakmont Lawn Bowling Club 10725 W Oakmont Dr Sun City, AZ 85351

Photo Credit: Veronica Sum

Photo Credit: Tracy Anderso n , AZ est W City Sun

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