The 2026 TBA Inclusion Cup returns as one of the premier ranked events on the Inclusion Division calendar, bringing together athletes from across the country in celebration of competition, resilience, and performance.

As a nationally ranked event, the Inclusion Cup provides valuable ranking points while continuing to strengthen the pathway toward international representation, including future World Championship opportunities.

Event Snapshot

• Event: 2026 TBA Inclusion Cup
• Dates: 28 February – 1 March 2026
• Venue: Coolangatta Tweed Tenpin, NSW
• Division: Inclusion
• Status: 2026 TBA Ranked Event
• Edition: 4th edition – established in 2023
• Eligibility: TBA Registered Inclusion Athletes

Why this event matters

The TBA Inclusion Cup represents the continued growth of competitive tenpin bowling within the Inclusion Division and provides athletes an opportunity to perform on a national stage.

• Ranked points towards national standings in the TBA Inclusion Division
• Visibility for national selection – upcoming 2026 IBF Para Bowling World Championships
• Strengthening the inclusion pathway
• Building momentum toward international events

The field at a glance

• Previous champions Violet Martinsen (QLD) and Kallan Strong (NSW) return to defend their titles captured in 2025.
• Large contingency of HPS Inclusion athletes will be present with the aim to impress as the selections for Australia are underway for the upcoming IBF World Championships in Thailand.

Format

Stage 1 – Qualifying

• 2 squads bowl 10 games each
• Total pinfall determines standings

Stage 2 – Top 10 Males and Top 6 Females

• Pinfall carries from Stage 1
• Top 10 Males and Top 6 Females bowl an additional four games

Stage 3 – Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females

• StepLadder Final

How to follow the event

The TBA Inclusion Cup runs from Saturday 28 February to Sunday 1 March.

Live scoring will be hosted via TenpinResults once entered by the tournament committee.

Past Champions