Senior Squad Management and Ethos

Leadership Structure

The 2026 season is led by a clear and aligned management team
Team Manager: Martyn Murley – Assistant: Stu Thomas – Captain: Graham Ashby

Team Ethos – 2026 Season - from your Leadership Team

Awaking the Standard
Warwickshire Bowls enters the 2026 season with a clear purpose: to re-establish itself as a disciplined, competitive, and respected force in national bowls.
We recognise the proud history of Warwickshire—and we take responsibility for its future. This season marks a step-change in how we prepare, compete, and represent the county.
We are committed to waking the bear.

Our Standards
The Shirt Matters – Wearing the Warwickshire shirt is an honour and a responsibility. Every performance reflects the standards of the county—effort, attitude, and mental strength are expected at all times.
Team Before Self – Success is built on collective commitment. Selections, roles and decisions are made in the best interests of the team. We support each other, compete together, and maintain a unified approach.
Discipline in Role – Clarity and trust are fundamental. Every player is expected to fully commit to their role and execute with intent—regardless of personal preference. We trust the system and we trust each other.
Relentless Mindset – We compete with resilience and composure. We do not drift, and we do not give in. Tough times don’t last. Tough competitors do.
Earn the Right – Selection is based on performance, commitment, and attitude. Standards are applied consistently across the squad—accountability is shared by all.

Our Commitment
As a squad, we will:
Prepare with purpose
Compete with intensity
Hold ourselves and each other accountable
Represent Warwickshire with pride and ambition

Our Message to our players: You are part of a squad built on standards, commitment, and the expectation to compete at the highest level.

The Bear is now out of hibernation and hungry!!!