Two-handed lefty David Sewesky records a perfect 900 series in Michigan
To say David Sewesky (pictured) is comfortable at Plaza Lanes in Plymouth, Michigan, this season would be an understatement, as five of his last nine league games at the center have been 300s, including three consecutive perfect games for a 900 series. The 27-year-old two-handed lefty from Dearborn, Michigan, struck on all 36 shots he
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
Pennsylvania’s Dale Gerhard rolls the second 900 series this week
Dale Gerhard of Mill Hall, Pennsylvania, became the 28th bowler, and second this week, to roll three 300 games for a 900 series in United States Bowling Congress-certified competition. Gerhard rolled 36 consecutive strikes Tuesday night during the Inter-Community league at Harvest Moon Bowling Lanes in Linden, Pennsylvania, also becoming the oldest bowler to accomplish
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
USBC Hall of Famer Gertrude Finke dies at age 94
Gertrude Finke (pictured right) of Maple Grove, Minnesota, a United States Bowling Congress Hall of Famer, died Jan. 23. She was 94. Finke dedicated her life to the sport of bowling, spending much of that time making it special and memorable for others. Her hard work earned her a spot in the Meritorious Service category
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
CBS Sports Network expands bowling television package in 2016
The United States Bowling Congress has reached an agreement with CBS Sports Network to televise 23 major championship bowling events in 2016 and 2017, highlighted by the U.S. Open, as well as 13 telecasts of the Professional Women’s Bowling Association (PWBA) Tour. The agreement features live telecasts of all four majors on the PWBA Tour
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
The Brands of Ebonite Join Junior Gold As Presenting Sponsor
The Brands of Ebonite International – Ebonite, Track, Hammer, and Columbia 300 – have become the presenting sponsor of the Junior Gold Championships after agreeing to a two-year sponsorship deal with International Bowling Campus Youth Development. The sponsorship deal includes several exciting features, including a scholarship program that will award a total of $20,000 to
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
John Forst selected for 2016 Jaryszak Laneman Award
John Forst of West Jordan, Utah, who worked several national championships as a lane technician for Kegel, is the 2016 recipient of the Jim Jaryszak Laneman Award. The award was presented at Bowl Expo on Wednesday. The award, determined by the United States Bowling Congress Equipment Specifications and Certifications team, recognizes a person for their
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
High-end bowling alley moves forward on first Houston location
A Dallas-based company has broken ground on a high-end bowling alley in Houston’s CityCentre. The previously announced Bowl & Barrel will occupy a 16,000-square-foot space in the shopping center located at 796 Sorella Court. In addition to the bowling lanes, the venue will feature a European beer hall and American-style food. Bowl & Barrel was
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
2016-17 season welcomes Kendra Hardy as new GHUSBC President
Kendra Hardy becomes GHUSBC President Thompson & Kelley assume VP roles August 1, 2016 was the first day of the 2016-17 bowling season and fiscal year for the Greater Houston USBC. It also marked the end of outgoing President, Larry Caldwell’s tenure, and ushered in new President Kendra Hardy. Kendra has served in a variety
- Published in 2016, 2017, Greater Houston Bowling News
USBC confirms MOTIV Jackal & Jackal Carnage Decision; Balls not allowed in Certified Competition
ARLINGTON, Texas – The United States Bowling Congress has affirmed the decision to revoke USBC approval of the Motiv brand Jackal and Jackal Carnage bowling balls. Motiv requested an appeal of the March 15, 2016 decision to revoke approval of the balls for nonconformance with current specifications and requirements in the USBC Equipment Specifications and
- Published in 2016, National Bowling News
GHUSBC & Doris Chesser selected for Texas Bowling Writers Awards
GHUSBC Recognized by Texas Bowling Writers for State Awards Doris Chesser Selected for “Article of the Year” Greater Houston USBC has been selected for Awards by the Texas Bowling Writers Organization for the 2015-16 Bowling Season. GHUSBC has been awarded the 1st Annual Multimedia Award for “the many ways it promotes and publicizes the association.
- Published in 2016, Greater Houston Bowling News
- 1
- 2