The Sussex British Tenpin Bowling Association (STBA) is a division of the British Tenpin Bowling Association (BTBA), the official governing body for the sport of tenpin bowling in England.

Our Mission

Growing the sport of tenpin bowling within Sussex.

Our Vision

The Sussex British Tenpin Bowling Association aims to promote and improve the sport of tenpin bowling within the county, encouraging people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds to participate.

Our Key Values

Focus on our membership
Commitment to equality
Working together with respect
Commitment to excellence
Create a sense of belonging and pride to all involved

Meet the team

Daren Knightsbridge

Chairman and Open Ladies Manager

I have been bowling competitively since 2015. Since then, I have become a graduate of the Kegel Coaching Master's Program, have a Bronze USBC Certification and actively coach students at all levels.

I currently compete in the Tenpin Tour, am a member of the Sussex Senior Men's Team and I am the Secretary for the Gatwick Tri-Stars League.

Kirstie Western

Secretary and Senior Men Manager

Bowling makes me happy, and I do these roles within the STBA because helping promote, encourage, and build the sport with the support of the team around me, also makes me happy. Bowling is for all, whoever you are, and the inclusivity of it is something to celebrate and share and I enjoy being able to do this within both of my jobs.

Andie Burt

Vice Chairman and Open Men Manager

I have had the honour of bowling not only in the UK but also abroad, meeting many amazing fellow bowlers, professionals and organisers whilst gaining decades of experience.

I now have the pleasure of being able to assist promote support and celebrate our fantastic Sussex bowlers.

Kevin Rose

Treasurer

I started competitive bowling with my wife once our kids had grown up and subsequently took a coaching course and helped with the YBC.

I am part of the BTBA Tenpin Tour management team; a bowling tour for the over 50s consisting of nine country wide events during the year. I’m also the treasurer of the BTBA and have had worked with figures all my working life.

Simon Kimber

U13 Manager

Ryan Mitchener

U16 Manager

Aaron Mitchell

U22 Manager

Elaine Davey

Senior Ladies Manager

Vicky Knightsbridge

Super Senior Manager

In the past eleven years that I have been bowling, I have been involved in running the Gatwick Tristars League at Crawley, and last year I became the Head of Equality and Diversity at the BTBA. After working hard on my personal game, I am excited to be part of the Ladies Open County team again this year.