CSB - Val Smith - What a Champion

One of New Zealand’s most successful lawn bowls athletes is calling time on a glittering career. 

The legendary Val Smith has announced her retirement from the sport following more than 20-years of international competition. 

Smith leaves elite bowls as New Zealand’s most capped athlete, having played a staggering 667 international matches for her country. She has won two World Championship Titles (1x singles, 1x pairs) and a total of nine World Championship medals. 

The proud Nelson Bowling Club member has also competed at five editions of the Commonwealth Games, winning one silver and three bronze medals for New Zealand.