2025 IBF World Seniors Championships

About the Tournament

The 2025 IBF World Seniors Championships will take place from October 13 to 24 in Reno, Nevada, hosted at the iconic National Bowling Stadium. The event is organized by the International Bowling Federation (IBF) in cooperation with the Pan-American Bowling Confederation, and will feature international competition across two divisions: Seniors (50+) and Grand Seniors (65+).

Each participating federation may register teams of up to four male and four female athletes per division. The competition will include Singles, Doubles, Team, and Masters events, following a full 12-day schedule starting with unofficial practice and concluding with the Masters finals.

Key Format Notes:

• Teams must be complete (4 athletes per gender/division). Incomplete teams are not accepted.
• Athletes must meet the age requirements by the end of 2025: 50+ for Seniors and 65+ for Grand Seniors.
• The schedule includes official practice, an opening ceremony, and competition across Singles, Doubles, Team, and Masters formats.
• Masters finals will follow a multi-step elimination format.

📩 Entry via Form A: Send to 2025WSrC@ibf-bowling.org

🔗 Official info via IBF Bulletins

About Reno, Nevada:

Known as “The Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno is a hub for bowling and entertainment. Nestled at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountains and near Lake Tahoe, Reno offers a mix of casinos, outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, and dining options. The National Bowling Stadium, often referred to as the “Taj Mahal of Tenpins,” is one of the world’s premier venues for international bowling competitions.