Bowls South Africa is proud to announce that Fairtree has officially become the headline sponsor of the Proteas, the country’s national bowls team.

Building on foundations of support already in place, Fairtree has significantly increased its financial contribution—demonstrating their unwavering belief in the sport’s potential and their commitment to helping South Africa’s finest athletes shine on the international stage.

The partnership is about more than funding—it’s about fuelling long-term growth, performance, and innovation.

“This is more than just a sponsorship—it’s a statement,” said David Hamer, President of Bowls South Africa. “Fairtree is stepping up when it matters most, helping us not only support our elite athletes but also drive the development of the sport around the country. Their commitment is a clear vote of confidence in the future of bowls in South Africa.”

Speaking on behalf of Fairtree, Lombard Barnard echoed the sentiment:

“We’re incredibly proud to be aligning ourselves even more closely with Bowls South Africa and the Proteas team,” said Barnard.

“This isn’t just about logos and banners—it’s about investing in people, in progress, and in potential. We believe in what bowls represents: discipline, community, excellence, and inclusivity.”

In addition to supporting the national team, Fairtree is also playing a pivotal role in Bowls SA’s digital transformation journey, especially through the nationwide rollout of the Bowls Master App. This platform is set to become the heart of bowls activity in South Africa—streamlining tournament management, player data, and communication from club to national level.

“We’re excited to be part of this transformation,” said Barnard. “The Bowls Master App is going to revolutionize how players and supporters engage with the sport. It’s a bold move, and we’re behind it 100%. We look forward to collaborating with every district to help make this vision a reality.”

David Hamer added: “We are entering a new era of how bowls is played, followed, and managed. With Fairtree’s help, the Bowls Master App will become the hub of our sport—bringing players, administrators, and fans together like never before. It's our digital clubhouse.”

Bowls SA will soon begin engaging with all districts to collect and update player information, ensuring every player is part of this exciting evolution.

“We’re calling on the entire bowls community—players, clubs, and districts—to support Fairtree as they support us,” Hamer emphasized. “This is our opportunity to modernize, to unify, and to grow. Let’s embrace it together.”

In order to accelerate the uptake of the app, players and fans are encourage to download the app before the end of the month and enter the AERO competition where a lucky winner will walk away with a hamper valued at over R15 000.

Android Users:
Download the app directly from the Google Play Store using this link:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details...

Watch a quick 'How to' video if you need help installing the app:
https://pbasouthafrica.co.za/3-sign-up-playstore-with.../

iPhone & Huawei Users:
Click this link (https://app.club-master.co.za) and follow the instructions in the video below on how to install the app on your iPhone or Huawei device:
https://pbasouthafrica.co.za/3-sign-up-pwa-with-voiceover/