The Hong Kong Tenpin Bowling Congress, host federation of the 2011 World Tenpin Bowling Association Women's World Championships has released the Bulletin No. 2 for the championships which will be held from Sept. 2-11, 2011 in Hong Kong, China.

So far 29 WTBA member federations have confirmed to participate in the 2011 WWC, 16 from the European Tenpin Bowling Federation (Catalonia, Denmark, England, Finland, France, Germany, Israel, Latvia, Netherlands, Romania, Scotland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden and Ukraine), eight from the Asian Bowling Federation (Australia, China, Chinese Taipei, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea, Macau an Singapore) and five from the Pan American Bowling Confederation (Bahamas, Canada, Colombia, United States and Venezuela).

Maximum six women per team will compete for gold, silver and bronze medals in six disciplines: Singles, Doubles, Trios, 5-player Team, All Events and Masters.

Federations that intend to participate in the championships and have not yet submitted the application (Form A) are requested to do so as soon as possible to assist the organizing committee in facilitating preparation of the championships.

Form A Official Invitation & Reply Slip
Form B Entry Form
Form C Bowlers' Info Form
Form D Media Accreditation Form
Form E Hotel Reservation (Regal Oriental)
Form F Hotel Reservation (Royal Plaza)
Form G Hotel Reservation (Regal Kowloon)

The 2011 WWC will be contested in bowling center Hong Kong Bowling City at EMAX mall in Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong. The 48-laner opened its doors in 2008 and has hosted international tournaments and championships since such as the 20th Asian Championships, the annual Hong Kong International Open and the Hong Kong ABF Tour leg.

The competition will be staged on two different lane condition selected by the WWC technical delegate from a bank of WTBA oil patterns. You find the patterns here.

Singles and Doubles will be contested on one oil pattern, while Trios and Team will feature both oil patterns (3 games on each pattern). The Masters will be staged on dual lane condition (one lane dressed with short oil, the other with long oil)

The top four players and teams after six games in Singles, Doubles, Trios and Team, respectively, will advance to the semifinals. The No. 1 meet No. 4 and No. 2 takes on No. 3. The winners will determine the world champion, while losers will share the bronze medal. All matches are single-game matches

Bulletin No. 2 contains up-to-date information featuring
1. Introduction of Hong Kong, China
2. Host Federation Information
3. Website and E-Mail
4. Preliminary Schedule of Events
5. Official Invitation and Entry
6. Official Hotels
7. Bowling Center
8. Technical Information
9. Visa Information
10. Fees

Bulletin No. 2 (pdf file)
Bulletin No. 2 (MS Word document)

Bulletin No. 1 (pdf file)
Bulletin No. 1 (MS Word document)

The official Women's World Championships logo was designed by William Chan of "William Chan Design". The innovative and well-know artist designed the banners and posters for the Equestrian event of the 2008 Beijing Olympics held in Hong Kong and the Dance Sports Competition of the 5th Hong Kong East Asian Games. Chan also designs all the Hong Kong Open posters and banners as well as the posters for all the official Asian championships that were hosted in Hong Kong.

The 2011 WWC is a so-called "Mega Event" (given the "M" mark logo) in the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Hong Kong National Olympic Committee and is subvented by the Major Sports Events Committee under the Sports Commission of the HKSAR.


Bowlingdigital will cover the 2011 Women's World Championships live from Hong Kong with stories and results after each squad and each round of the finals.


The United States Bowling Congress will provide Live Streaming from the event. Their broadcast schedule will be announced as soon as it is available.

 

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Schedule at a glance

Thursday, Sept. 1 Last day of team arrival
Friday, Sept. 2 Official practice and Opening Ceremonies
Saturday, Sept. 3 Singles Squad 1 and 2
Sunday, Sept. 4 Singles Squad 3 and 4, semifinals, finals
Monday, Sept. 5 Doubles Squad 1 and 2
Tuesday, Sept. 6 Doubles Squad 3 and 4, semifinals, finals
Wednesday, Sept. 7 Trios Block 1
Thursday, Sept. 8 Trios Block 2, semifinals, finals
Friday, Sept. 9 Team Block 1
Saturday, Sept. 10 Team Block 2, semifinals, finals
Sunday, Sept. 11 Masters Finals and Victory Banquet
Monday, Sept. 12 Departure

Tentative schedule of Presidium meetings and Congresses (tbc):
Friday, Sept. 9 WTBA Presidium Meeting
Saturday, Sept. 10 FIQ Presidium Meeting
Monday, Sept. 12 WTBA Congress
Tuesday, Sept. 13 FIQ Congress
Wednesday, Sept. 14 WTBA Congress

Please use the left menu bar or click here for the complete schedule of events.

Hong Kong (China)

Hong Kong is situated on the southeast coast of China at the mouth of the Pearl River facing the South China Sea. Covering an area of 1,104 square kilometres (425 square miles) it comprises Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, which includes 262 outlying islands.

Click on the map to enlarge it.

At the core is Victoria Harbor (pictured right), which separates Hong Kong Island from Kowloon and beyond that, the New Territories that runs up to the boundary with Mainland China. As well as making up the bulk of Hong Kong's land mass, the New Territories also incorporates 262 outlying islands, including Lantau where the airport is located.

Under the unique principle of 'One Country, Two Systems', Hong Kong returned to Chinese sovereignty on 1 July 1997 as a Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China. This arrangement allows Hong Kong to enjoy a high degree of autonomy, retaining its capitalist system, independent judiciary and rule of law, free trade and freedom of speech.

Hong Kong offers a host of memorable tourist attractions within its compact area, with The Peak (pictured left), Victoria Harbor and the Giant Buddha (right) among the most awe-inspiring. You'll be amazed by the diverse contrasts and close proximity of stunning cityscapes and soaring mountains, heritage sites and extensive green countryside.

Whether you are a vacationer, nature lover or cultural explorer, Hong Kong can cater for your every desire. Discover the myriad things to see and do in one of the most diverse and exciting destinations in the world.

For more information please visit the website of the Hong Kong Tourism Board.

 

Host Federation

Hong Kong Tenpin Bowling Congress
President: Vivien Lau

Address: Room 2004, Olympic House, 1 Stadium Path,
So Kon Po, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Phone: +(852) 2891 9786
Fax: +(852) 2575 2145
Email: [email protected]

 

Bowling Center

Hong Kong Bowling City Click on the image to enlarge it.

Address: Hall A, G/F., Emax, KITEC, 1 Trademart Drive, Kowloon Bay, Hong Kong

Phone: +(852) 2620 3010
Fax: +(852) 2620 3010
Website: Hong Kong Bowling City

Number of lanes: 40 AMF competition lanes
Type of lane approaches: AMF wood
Type of lane surface: AMF SPL (synthetic)
Type of pin decks: AMF synthetic pin decks
Type of pinsetter: AMF 8290 XLI & 8290 XL
Type of pins to be used: AMF AMFlite 3.8lb and above
Type of scoring system: AMF Conqueror Pro

 

Official Hotel

All reservations must be made directly to the relevant hotel. The reservation forms for the respective hotels will be included in Bulletin II specifying the deadline in case of cancellation of hotel accommodation. All bookings are on a first-come - first-served basis. Updated information on rooms availability in official hotels will be released periodically.

A) Regal Oriental Hotel (Official hotel for teams only)
Distance to bowling centre is around 10 minutes by car/taxi in normal traffic situation

Single Occupancy HK$670 net (approx. US$87 / EURO€67)
Double / Twin Occupancy HK$740 net (approx. US$96 / EURO€74)
Triple Occupancy HK$960 net (approx. US$125 / EURO€96)
Quadruple Occupancy HK$1,230 net (approx. US$160 / EURO€123)

Room Rates are inclusive of 10% service charge and breakfast. Internet service in room is charged at HK$120 per computer for 24 hours, HK$700 per computer for 7 days and HK$1,000 per computer for 30 days.

Number of rooms available: 75 Single / Double / Twin; 20 Triple; 5 Quadruple

Address: 30 – 38 Sa Po Road, Kowloon City, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Telephone: +(852) 2132 3220
Fax: +(852) 2382 0234
Email: [email protected]
Website: Regal Oriental Hotel

 

B) Royal Plaza Hotel (Official hotel for teams and meeting delegates as well as guests/supporters and media)
Distance to bowling centre is within 20 minutes by car/taxi in normal traffic situation

Single Occupancy HK$880 net (approx. US$114 / EURO€88)
Double / Twin Occupancy HK$960 net (approx. US$125 / EURO€96)
Triple Occupancy HK$1,425 net (approx. US$181 / EURO€139)

Room Rates are inclusive of 10% service charge and breakfast. Internet service in room is charged at HK$80 per computer for 24 hours.

Number of rooms available: 80 in total

Address: 193 Prince Edward Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Telephone: +(852) 2928 8822
Fax: +(852) 2628 3383
Email: [email protected]
Website: Royal Plaza Hotel

 

C) Regal Kowloon Hotel (presidium members and meeting delegates as well as guests/supporters and media)
Distance to bowling centre is within 25 minutes by car/taxi in normal traffic situation

Single Occupancy HK$1,000 net (approx. US$130 / EURO€100)
Double / Twin Occupancy HK$1,100 net (approx. US$142 / EURO€110)
Triple Occupancy HK$1,550 net (approx. US$201 / EURO€155)

Room Rates are inclusive of 10% service charge and breakfast. Internet service in room is charged at HK$130 per computer for 24 hours.

Room rates inclusive of 10% service charge without breakfast:
Single Occupancy HK$900 net (approx. US$117 / EURO€90)
Double / Twin Occupancy HK$900 net (approx. US$117 / EURO€90)
Triple Occupancy HK$1,250 net (approx. US$162 / EURO€125)

Number of rooms available: 60 in total.

Address: 71 Mody Road, Tsimshatsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Telephone: +(852) 2722 1818
Fax: +(852) 2311 8900
Email: [email protected]
Website: Regal Kowloon Hotel