With $500,000 in prizemoney up for grabs, it is the richest bowls competition in the world — and here is what you need to know about it.
What is the UBC
The UBC is a competition that brings the best bowlers from around the world to Moama to compete against each other in a unique, exciting format.
Twenty-six teams, made up of three players each, will take part in three two-day tournaments back-to-back-to-back, lasting six days overall.
The UBC has its own scoring system, with points earned for the first, second and third shots, as well as the lead shot and any bowl that touches the jack.
Matches are played over just five ends with a 30-second shot clock enforced, creating for fast-paced games.
Who is playing
A total of 26 teams will be taking part in the event, including teams from New Zealand, the United States, China, Malaysia, Hong Kong and all across Australia.
Some of the best players in the world have come to Moama for the event, with a range of national champions, world champions and Commonwealth Games gold medallists in the field.
Moama has two teams in the competition — Kevin Anderson, Ryan Bester and Wayne Turley will suit up for Moama Green, while Alex Marshall, Cass Millerick and Ryan Burnett will represent Moama Black.
Fellow Moama pennant bowlers Cameron Keenan and Olivia Cartwright will be in action too, as will Alex Sherriff, who has played for the Moama Steamers in the Bowls Premier League.
When is it on
The UBC will officially get started on Saturday night with an opening ceremony.
The first day of play starts on Sunday, December 11 with play running through to Friday, December 16.
The first games will start at 10am each day, with matches continuing on into the evening.
Finals for the two-day events will be held on Monday night, Wednesday night and Friday night, with the preliminary finals starting at 3pm leading into the grand final at 8.30pm.
Who can go
The entire event is open to the public, with free entry for all patrons.
Grandstands have been set up to accommodate spectators. The bar and bistro at the bowling club will also be open throughout the event.
Rinkside corporate boxes are also available, contact Moama Bowling Club for packages and information.
How else can I watch
If you can’t make it to the games in person you can also watch the action online.
A match of the round will be streamed live on the UBC’s Facebook page throughout the competition and the finals broadcast live on Kayo.
For more information on the event and for the full competition schedule, visit: www.ultimatebowlschampionship.com.au/ultimate-week-information/
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