2026 England Age Group Championships - Updated Entry Process

To address ongoing challenges with the ‘first come, first served’ entry system, BWL will trial a refreshed approach for the 2026 England Age Group Championships (U15, U17, U20, and U23).

While this new system may not eliminate all entry-related issues, it will ensure that England’s leading athletes are protected by being automatically invited to compete based on performance merit.

Round 1 – Performance-Based Invitations

Entry will initially be ringfenced for top-level athletes who meet or exceed 90% of the British Age Group Standards or Records. These athletes will receive priority invitations in the first round of entries.

Round 2 – Open Entry Phase

After the invitation phase, any remaining quota places will open on a first come, first served basis.

All entrants must still meet the minimum entry standard to be eligible.

The structure of the England U10 and U12 Championships remains unchanged.

2026 England Age Group Championships — Qualification System

2026 England Age Group Championships - Competition Page