Canadian Bowler

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Today, we feature Ted Tragard. With 7 years of competitive experience, Ted represents the newer wave of American bowlers — becoming committed to all aspects of the sport.

Ted’s involvement in the game extends beyond competition. As noted on the Bowls USA Governance page, he contributes to the sport’s development and organizational leadership, helping shape the future of bowls in the United States from Frick Park LBC in Pittsburgh.

🥇 2025 Southeast Division Singles Champion: A major regional title that showcased Ted’s precision, composure, and ability to perform under pressure.

🏅 2022 Northeast Division Bowler of the Year Recognition Highlighted on the NED Bowler of the Year listings, Ted has earned distinction for his consistency, sportsmanship, and strong performances across division events.

🎖️ U.S. Open & Southwest/South Central Competitor Ted has tested himself against deep, international fields at the U.S. Open, while also competing across the Southwest and South Central divisions — gaining experience on a wide range of greens, conditions, and competitive environments.

Ted enters the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup as one of Team North America’s Northeast USA representatives— a player who helps build the competitive ranks of our neighbours to the south.

📸 More profiles coming soon as we continue to highlight the athletes competing from coast to coast.

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Today we highlight Dylan Jacobs, a long‑time Ontario competitor whose journey from London to Woodstock has shaped him into one of the province’s most respected and steady performers.

With more than 20 years in the sport, Dylan has built a reputation not just for his skill, but for the kind of character every team wants on their side. Calm, positive, and endlessly supportive, he brings a grounded presence to every green he steps onto.

Dylan’s résumé reflects both early promise and long-term consistency:

🥈 2024 Canadian Triples Silver & Fours Bronze Medallist
During the 2024 Canadian Championships, Dylan stepped in as an emergency substitute for an injured Saskatchewan player — and instantly became an honorary Saskatchewanian. His steady play helped keep the team on track, ultimately contributing to a silver and bronze medal finish.

🏅 Canadian U‑18 Bronze Medallist (2009 & 2010)
Back‑to‑back national podium finishes that showcased his competitive instincts from a young age.

🏆 2012 W.O.B.A. Singles Champion
A major regional title that cemented his status as one of Southwestern Ontario’s most reliable and technically sound singles players.

Dylan enters the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup as a seasoned, thoughtful, and quietly formidable presence — a player whose experience, attitude, and consistency make him a true asset to Team Ontario.

📸 More profiles coming soon as we continue to highlight the athletes competing from coast to coast.

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Today, we feature Jon Pituley, one of Saskatchewan’s most decorated and enduring competitors, representing Team North America at the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup Exhibition.

Jon has been a fixture on the Canadian bowls scene for more than two decades, building a résumé that places him among the most accomplished bowlers in the country. Competing with equal parts grit, precision, and prairie toughness, he has collected national titles across nearly every discipline — proving his versatility, longevity, and elite competitive instincts.

🏆 9-Time Canadian National Champion - A rare achievement spanning multiple eras and formats:
• 1× Mixed Pairs
• 2× Junior
• 1× U25
• 2× Men’s Pairs
• 3× Men’s Fours

Jon’s ability to win across so many categories speaks to a career defined by adaptability, consistency, and championship-level ex*****on.

🥇 First-Ever Canadian Bowler Open Pairs Champion
Jon made history by capturing the inaugural Canadian Bowler Open Pairs title — adding a modern, high-profile win to his already stacked résumé.

💪 A Delivery Unlike Any Other
Jon’s delivery is the stuff of legend — a full-body, kinetic masterpiece that has powered him to the top and become part of his competitive identity.

Jon brings a championship pedigree, unmatched experience, and a competitive edge sharpened by decades of national success — placing him firmly in the legend category for Team North America in this year’s Sea to Sea Cup showdown.

📸 More profiles coming soon as we continue to highlight the athletes competing from coast to coast.

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Today, we shine the spotlight on Rebecca C**n, one of the rising young talents representing Team Ontario at the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup Exhibition.

Rebecca is part of the next generation of Ontario bowlers making their mark on the national stage. She has already showcased her skill, composure, and competitive maturity at major events — most notably taking home the silver at the 2025 Youth National Championships, where she established herself as one of the province’s most promising up-and-coming athletes.

Her progression through the junior ranks reflects a player who is building strong fundamentals, a sharp competitive mindset, and a passion second to none for the sport. Rebecca’s ability to stay calm under pressure and deliver shots has made her a standout among her peers and a valuable addition to Team Ontario’s lineup.

As she continues to build her résumé, Rebecca represents the future of the sport — a young competitor with potential to become one of Canada’s next star bowlers.

📸 Stay tuned as we continue to highlight more athletes from both sides of the Sea to Sea Cup.

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Today, we spotlight Steve Nelson, a long-time player within Bowls USA and a great addition to Team North America for the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup Exhibition.

Hailing from the Central Division in the USA (Milwaukee, Wisconsin), Steve has been a presence on the bowls scene in both Canada and the USA for many years. Known for his consistency and calm presence, he has built a great career and continues to build on it, splitting time between Ontario (Summer) and Arizona (Winter).

Here are some of Steve’s career highlights:

🥉 2011 Asia Pacific Championships – Bronze Medal (Triples, Lead) Representing Team USA on one of the sport’s biggest international stages, Steve helped secure a bronze medal — a major achievement for the American program.

🏆 2009 U.S. National Singles Champion
One of the most prestigious titles in American bowls, Steve captured the National Singles crown, cementing his place among the top bowlers in the country.

🏆 2018 U.S. National Pairs Champion
Nearly a decade after his singles triumph, Steve added another national title to his résumé by winning the U.S. National Pairs Championship, showcasing his versatility and longevity at the highest level.

🎖️ Bowls USA Hall of Fame – Central Division Recognized for his long-term excellence and contributions to the sport, Steve is listed among the Central Division’s Hall of Fame members — a testament to his impact both on and off the green.

Steve brings international success and national championship experience, and a veteran’s competitive edge to Team North America.

📸 More profiles coming soon as we continue to highlight the athletes competing from coast to coast.

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Today, we feature Mike McNorton, one of Canada’s premier indoor players and a Co-Captain of Team Ontario for the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup Exhibition.

Representing Heritage Greens Lawn Bowling Club in Kitchener, Ontario, Mike has been a solid part of the Canadian national program. Known for his singles play and his recent win of the 2025 Canadian National Triples title. His résumé spans elite domestic triumphs and major international appearances – the steady and ageless McNorton is ready to represent Ontario!

Here’s a look at his standout achievements:

🥇 2025 Canadian Triples Gold Medallist Leading on a successful triples team at the 2025 Canadian Championships, he helped secure a Gold Medal, showing he has skills on both the indoor and outdoor surfaces.

🥉 2024 World Indoor Mixed Pairs Bronze Medallist Delivered a world-class performance to secure a Bronze Medal, cementing his status as one of the top indoor bowlers in Canada.

🌎 2024 Atlantic International Challenge Selected to wear the Maple Leaf at one of the Atlantic Region's most competitive international events, taking on elite fields from across the Atlantic region.

🥇 2023 Canadian Indoor Singles Champion Captured the national indoor singles title, earning the distinction of Canada’s top indoor representative.

🔥 2022 Ultimate Bowls Championship (UBC) Travelled to Australia to compete in the high-speed, high-stakes UBC — one of the toughest professional circuits in the world.

🎯 World Bowls Tour International & World Indoors (2017, 2019) Even before his recent national success, Mike was already making waves on the PBA/WBT circuit, competing internationally and gaining valuable experience against top-tier global talent.

📸 More profiles coming soon as we continue highlighting the stars competing from coast to coast.

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Today, we shine the spotlight on Owen Kirby a.k.a "The Kirbinator". Owen is one of Canada's high-achieving young bowlers and a powerful member of Team Ontario for the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup Exhibition.

Representing Heritage Greens LBC in Kitchener, Ontario, Owen has spent the last decade evolving from a dominant junior into a big player on both the national and international stages. His technical precision, competitive drive, and ability to perform when it counts have made him one of the most complete players in the country.

Here’s a look at his standout achievements:

🏆 2024 National Singles and Pairs Champion
A massive year saw Owen capture both the Singles and Pairs titles at the Canadian National Bowls Championships — a rare and impressive feat.

🌍 2025 World Champion of Champions Bronze Medal
By winning the 2024 national singles crown, Owen earned the honour of representing Canada at the World Bowls Champion of Champions in New South Wales, Australia and came home with a Bronze Medal

🥈 2017 IIBC World Junior Championships
Burst onto the international scene with a Silver Medal in the Under‑25 Mixed Doubles in Newport, Wales — the moment he became a name to watch internationally.

🇨🇦 Domestic Excellence
His trophy case includes an Under‑18 National Championship (2017) and multiple Under‑25 National Titles (2018, 2022), cementing his status as one of Canada’s most decorated young athletes.

Owen brings world‑class experience, a proven winning pedigree, and a relentless competitive edge to Team North America — making him a major threat in this year’s Sea to Sea Cup showdown.

📸 More profiles coming soon as we continue to highlight the stars competing from coast to coast.

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Today, we highlight Cam Lefresne, affectionately known as 'Rock Lobster' and a man of many words. He is representing Team North America at the 2026 Sea to Sea Cup Exhibition.

Cam has been a cornerstone of the Canadian National Program for nearly a decade, competing on some of the sport’s biggest stages — including the 2022 Commonwealth Games, the Asia Pacific Championships, and multiple World Bowls events. His consistency, precision, and competitive fire have made him one of Canada’s top international bowlers of the modern era.

His recent seasons have been nothing short of exceptional:

🏅 2025–26 LBNS Senior Male Athlete of the Year
Recognized as Nova Scotia’s top male bowler and honoured at the 2026 Support4Sport Awards for a standout season.

🥇 2026 America’s World Bowls Qualifier
Skipped Team Canada’s Men’s Fours to a gold‑medal performance, securing Canada’s official berth at the 2027 World Bowls Championships in England.

🏆 2025 Atlantic International Challenge
Led Team Canada to the Men’s Overall title in Windsor, Ontario, posting an impressive 11–4 record and earning Men’s Player of the Tournament.

🥇 2025 Bill Boettger Memorial Men’s Pairs Champion
Captured this prestigious national title alongside former clubmate Brian White.

Cam brings world‑class experience, leadership, and a proven winning pedigree to Team North America — making him a key figure in this year’s Sea to Sea Cup showdown.

📸 Stay tuned as we continue rolling out more elite athletes from both sides of the competition.

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Next up in our player profile series, we’re proud to feature Patrick Duffy, Co‑Captain of Team North America for the upcoming Sea to Sea Cup Exhibition!

Hailing from Brooklyn, New York, Patrick is a long‑time lawn bowler whose athleticism and leadership have made him one of the most respected figures in the sport. When he’s not on the green, you’ll find him conquering Spartan Races — a testament to his unmatched fitness and drive.

Patrick holds the distinction of Bowler of the Decade (2010–2019) in the Northeast Division of Bowls USA, a recognition of his consistency, excellence, and passion for the game. Known as the fittest man to play bowls in North America, he’s a champion both on and off the green — inspiring teammates and competitors alike.

📸 Check out Patrick’s full player profile below, and stay tuned as we continue to highlight more stars from both sides of the Sea to Sea Cup!