Ian McClure and Chris Mulholland return with an episode that goes beyond the green to explore club development and community engagement in Irish bowls.

The hosts open with comprehensive coverage of recent competitions and upcoming events. They recap the Women's Inter-Association Series before looking ahead to the Men's Series coming to Dublin. They then highlight the inaugural Irish Para Championships, a landmark event showcasing the growing presence of para bowls in Ireland's competitive landscape.

The conversation turns to the ongoing Irish Cup drama, with the hosts examining which teams remain in contention and offering their predictions for the semi-finals - both potential winners and potential disappointments. They also provide a quick update on the upcoming Association Finals, keeping listeners informed on all fronts of elite competition.

Continuing the popular "Legend's Corner" segment, Chris announces his next rink of Irish bowls greats, adding further depth to the all-time legends team being constructed throughout the season.

The episode's primary focus shifts from competition to sustainability, exploring club development and what it takes to build thriving bowling communities. The hosts discuss upcoming surveys designed to gather feedback from clubs and remind the bowling community about the Club Development Toolkit - a valuable resource for clubs looking to grow membership and enhance their operations.

The interview segment welcomes two club development champions: Joel Shannon from Ulster Transport BC and Michael Waterman from Warrenpoint BC. These two club leaders share practical insights into what they've been doing at their own clubs to attract new members and actively engage with their local communities.

The conversation covers the tangible strategies, initiatives, and programs they've implemented to make their clubs vibrant community spaces. Beyond their own successes, Shannon and Waterman offer ideas for further enhancing clubs and provide valuable tips and advice for other clubs looking to follow their lead in club development and community engagement.

The episode concludes with both guests taking on the "#Jack in the Box Perfect Irish Bowler" challenge, drawing on their experience in building strong club cultures to construct their ideal player.

From competition coverage to community building, this episode embraces what it means to go "Beyond the Green" - recognizing that thriving bowls communities are built on engagement, inclusivity, and sustainable club development strategies.