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Page 10 | Thursday, July 8, 2010 | THE BOWLING NEWS BOWLING INDUSTRY Continued from Page 1 worldwide audiences,” said Kelly Kulick, recently named ESPY finalist for “Best Bowler,” the first woman to ever win a regular Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) title, fivetime member of Team USA and a two-time winner of the Open. “Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open is an event that sits at the pinnacle of women’s athletics. It’s both thrilling and gratifying that this event and its great women athletes – who I am proud to call my competitors – will be catapulted into the spotlight in 2011.” The ground-breaking announcement was issued before a standing ovation at the General Session kick-off of the 2010 International Bowl Expo at the Las Vegas Hilton. With confetti cannons blasting and following an emotional video history of the power of the U.S. Open brand in major sports, BPAA Executive Director Steve Johnson called to the Expo stage a number of pioneering female bowling executives and athletes to join him in delivering the historic announcement on the advent of the new, revitalized Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open. “This is a landmark announcement for bowling and for women’s athletics – there is no more prestigious name in sports than the U.S. Open and no bigger venue than Cowboys Stadium. This event exemplifies both the surging popularity of bowling among women and the heightened consumer demand to watch Bowl Your Head Off Sunday through Thursday 9 PM to Close $2.29 + tax per Game per Person $1.00 Each Shoe Rental, Small Popcorn, Hot Dog and Small Soda plus Draft Beer Specials! Watauga 7301 Rufe Snow Drive, Watauga, TX 76148 817-485-2695 10 YEARS AGO Dave Davis won his first PBA senior event in Vegas…Chris Johnson came in with an 807 at Showplace Garland…Matt Martin rolled a 677 at DC West…Vee Avery was the NABI winner at AMF Euless…Ray Jones reached 771 at Watauga…Paul Parker led the way at DC Oakmont with a 789. 20 YEARS AGO Michael Ducat of Florida was named BPAA president…Larry Wessels won singles in the Terrell tournament…Gene Orrille took the NABI Firecracker…Paul Malone socked AMF DeSoto with an 853…Colin Kyle posted a 741 in Plano…Joe LeCroy steamed to a 762 at AMF Irving…Doug Patton rocked AMF Richardson with an 812. 30 YEARS AGO Ken McKenzie led at Circle with a 795…Debbie Tranffanstedt led at Berry with a 663…Bunny Larson was named president of the Dallas Women’s Bowling Association…Steve Poore posted a 738 at Red Bird…Marc Simpson came in with a 748 at DC West …Mac Ada captured the TTBA at Bronco…Jerry Hilburn took the honors with a 694 at Forum. and attend bowling events,” said Johnson. “Anyone who has seen Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open can attest that you will not find tougher, fiercer and more tenacious competitors. Also, through national television exposure, we are excited to now make Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open more accessible to the public than ever before.” Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open will showcase the tournament lanes in the center of the Cowboys Stadium playing field, on each side of the 50-yard line. Additionally, the Open will be broadcast live on the stadium’s famed 60-yard high definition video board, ensuring that all patrons in attendance have the best seat in the house. Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open is sponsored by the Brands of Ebonite International and is open to all female youth and adult members in the United States. The finals will take place during the 2011 International Bowl Expo which will draw more than 8,000 attendees from the bowling industry. “As a company that both prides itself on its long-standing support of women in bowling and on achieving the highest standards of excellence, we could not ask for a better brand association than the great female players of Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open and this truly prestigious and historic sporting event,” said Randy Schickert, CEO of Ebonite International. “At Ebonite International, our goal is to design and produce the world’s best bowling balls and equipment for passionate bowlers. In furthering this mission, we’re tremendously pleased to present our brands alongside the finest female competitors in the world. Additionally, we’re proud to be an integral part of this stellar event, before the fans and bowling enthusiasts who will be in attendance and the millions more watching from home.” Editor’s note: We tried to contact Ron De Roxtra, communications/media relations at BPAA, for clarification as to whether the entire tournament will be held at Cowboy Stadium or not, but have not heard back at this time. When we receive the information we will publish in the newspaper. At Brunswick Zone Watauga LeCroy crushes 804, Muskiet masters 650 James LeCroy fired an awardwinning strike-filled 804 series in PBA Experience league action to end at the top of the honor roll for the week at Brunswick Zone Watauga. Ali Muskiet registered a sizzling 650 S.E.A.S. session to lead the ladies’ leader board. LEAGUE LEADERS Kevin Moon 289, Bobby Bean 289, Sandy Dooley 256, Don Holland 748, Sandy Dooley 636, Chris Grindstaff 704, Charlotte Robertson 632, Gary Anderson 687. Reanne Kaesberger 566, Tommy Winchester 605, Lisa Groschup 517, Kevin Moon 727, John Roberts 548, Todd Black 663, Laura McIntosh 553, Lisa Head 553, Rick Gray 634. Kerry Rusk 499, Marcus Williams (4 games) 993, Kitty Bullington (4 games) 524, Joe Grace 692, Margaret Hull 491, Ross Dicapo 771, Julie McHugh 634. SENIORS Jimmy Hill 684, Barbara Riley 486, Paul Fern 673, Ginnette Patzer 538. At Interstate Lanes Shivers sizzles with 722, Traynor tosses 682 ROUND ROCK — Cassandra Shivers outscored the competition last week at Interstate Lanes with a high-powered 231-223-268 = 722 Classic Trio session. Steve Traynor led the men with an outstanding 183-278- 221 = 682 Summer Gen. Gap series. INTERSTATE HIGHS A. Salehesthehar 195-519, Rowena Barfield 179-381, Jerry Connoly 138-40, Lynn Hacker 143-348, Mark Quinn 237-607, Betty Kelly 169-474, Jim Stacy 192-549, Kay Thomas 166-408, Craig Price 210-576. Ann Shivers 194-536, Ken Wellings 184-536, Brenda Walker 156-448, Mark Quinn 254-671, Mindy Ventura 174-467, Clay Julian 237-640, Jan Alderman 165-454, David Bowman 234-636, Calena Adkins 148-373. Dan Woda 236-597, Dana Scott 134-363, Stan Temple 244-629, Susan Black 179-480, Todd Black 214-608, Lisa Sumruld 154-412, Andrew Martin 191-433, Almee LaFrance 147-380, Chris Hensley 152-412, Juliette Buck 127-345. 3101 N. IH 35 Round Rock, TX 78664 (Exit 256 N.) 512-255-8826 (Lanes) 512-255-8619 (Fax) www.interstatelanes.net
Joe Lopez wins the Brunswick Challenge in Las Vegas By Tyson Branagan Staff Writer In his first return trip to Las Vegas in five years to bowl the megabuck tournaments Joe Lopez, of Rockwall, threw the final strike at the Orleans Bowling Center and was the last man standing in the Brunswick Challenge event to take home a $5,000 check for winning. As a special side event of the TAT Amateur Classic tournament, the Brunswick Challenge requires bowlers to use Brunswick bowling balls exclusively to get nine or better on each shot in the finals, with bowlers who get eight or less being eliminated until the final four bowlers are remaining. Once the final four bowlers are determined, all are guaranteed at least $1,000, and then must strike on three of five shots across five lanes, or be eliminated. Drawing the fourth and final position to bowl, Lopez watched fellow Metroplex At AMF Hurst Thompson topples 724 Jerry Thompson won high-set honors last week at AMF Hurst by polishing off robust 209-278- 237 = 724 numbers in Tuesday Doubles action. Lucky Hansen led the ladies with a nice 182-153-196 = 531 Livewire Sr’s. set. HONOR LIST Al Mayfield 247-611, Clarabel Rayermann 187-509, Jack Armstrong (4 games) 279-840, Lucky Hansen (4 games) 207-714, Mike Meek 213-604, Jo Larson 188-484. Rick Reyes 265-490, Kim Davis 183-339, Scott Young 243-468, Mary Yager 177-347, David Bowman 257-633, Karla German 132-373, Wes Yarbrough 590, Ann Barton 203. Joe Lopez resident Aric Acon throw the necessary three strikes, along with Debbie Ayers, while Brent Bowers failed to advance. Lopez got up and struck on his first attempt, then threw poor shots on his next two attempts, putting the pressure on himself to strike on his final two to advance. Lopez did just that, and it was on to a one-ball sudden death roll-off between the three bowlers. “I struck the first ball then pitched the next two out to the gutter,” said Lopez. “I just got up there on the fourth and fifth balls and told myself to relax and throw it.” In sudden death, Lopez and Ayers both struck, while Acon managed only to get only eight and therefore was eliminated. It was now down to Lopez and Ayers for the $5,000 prize, with the loser taking home $1,000 so there was plenty of pressure. It only took one more shot, as Ayers got nine and Lopez struck, earning himself the largest payday in his bowling career. “It feels good,” said Lopez on winning. “I was nervous when we got to the $1,000 round, but managed to keep calm and make good shots.” It’s always the right time to sign up for a League Call your local center now to sign up Lopez earned his entry into the Challenge as part of the marathon entry where bowlers pay a one-time fee and get multiple main event entries, two Brunswick High Performance balls, the new C-System 4.5 and Revolver, as well as a plastic ball, and an entry into the Challenge. Lopez used the new Revolver all the way through to the victory. “It is a very good ball,” said Lopez on the Revolver. “It works well as a heavy oil ball and I was impressed at how smooth it rolled for me, giving me confidence throughout,” Lopez added. Lopez also qualified for the main event finals on July 2 with a 665 score to earn himself a shot at the $20,000 TAT Classic first prize on July 4th. He advanced two rounds into the finals before being eliminated, taking home an additional $700 for the tournament and making the long drive home from Las Vegas to Rockwall much sweeter. “I couldn’t afford to fly out there. I can now, but I am just going to enjoy the long drive home,” Lopez said. THE BOWLING NEWS | Thursday, July 8, 2010 | Page 11 At AMF Spare Time Grigsby blasts 772, Congi logs 622 Ray, Ward bag 300 games Robert Grigsby pocketed prime 247-279-246 = 772 numbers in STL VIP’s Senior action to lead the scoring race for the week at AMF Spare Time Lanes. Kelly Ray and Justin Ward shared high-game honors as both recorded award-winning perfectos. Kara Congi, from the Mates & Dates grop, fronted fem scoring with a sturdy 184-193-245 = 622 set. HONOR ROLL Gayle Brice 179-481, Wayne Waters 268, Doug Anderson 716, Thomas Mendonca 236, Stephanie Sgro 214, John Taylor 604, Alesia Pickett 568, Jimmie Smith 286-712, Eric Edwards 250, Lisa Walker 194-513. ATTENTION High Average Bowlers Check this ad next week for an EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT You won’t want to miss AMF Showplace Euless 7:00 PM Saturday, August 28th
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