Narrow Meaning in Lawn Bowls

Narrow describes a delivery line that travels too close to the center line. The bowl starts inside the intended path toward the jack. This position reduces the space needed for the bowl to curve properly. The bowl may finish inside the target area or miss entirely. Players often notice narrow deliveries early during bowl travel. Insufficient starting width causes the bowl to approach incorrectly. Adjusting the line outward usually corrects the problem. Players study previous bowls to judge the correct starting direction. Accurate alignment helps prevent narrow deliveries during play. Balanced body position also supports correct line selection. Coaches encourage players to visualize the full curved path. Small adjustments often correct narrow delivery errors quickly. During one end a player attempts a draw shot. The bowl begins too close to the center line. The bowl curves slightly but stops short of the jack path. Observers recognize the delivery line as narrow. The player widens the line for the next delivery. That adjustment allows the bowl to follow the correct curve. Practice improves judgment of proper starting direction. Understanding narrow helps beginners recognize common line mistakes.