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Page 2 | Thursday, May 26, 2011 | THE BOWLING NEWS Red River Doubles makes low scoring fun By Tyson Branagan, Staff Writer Not very often in bowling is struggling enjoyable, or come to think of it, when is it ever fun to go out and have a hard time throwing strikes? I for one never thought the time would come where I didn’t bowl very well for much of the tournament, but would do it again if it was held again tomorrow. The Red River Doubles held May 6th and 7th and Cowtown Bowling Palace changed all that. There are plenty of tournaments and even leagues out there available to bowl in with challenging conditions, but Red River is something different altogether. Most challenging patterns are just that, challenging, but with the right ball and the right line, bowlers can often find ways to score and do it consistently. At the Red River Doubles, it’s more of a mindset that you understand you probably aren’t going to score well consistently, nor is anyone else. But the enjoyable part is finding ways to fill frames and stay clean and just beat your opponent. Admittedly, I bowled awful at the start, was very uncomfortable, and not just due to the air conditioning being turned off, but because the ball basically never hooked and my execution was very poor on top of that. Because of that, I dragged my partner Brett Cooper down in the first match, and sent our team into the loser’s bracket right away. I won’t say what I shot, but I wasn’t alone. The satisfaction came at the end of that first match, going into the second match when I executed much better and threw a few strikes, but more importantly, left spares where the pins stood near each other and were makeable. We found ourselves down again after two games, but we both found something for the third game and put up some strikes, filled frames and bowled a couple good games to move on. In no way did we think for a second that we would just cruise from there. In the next match against Clint Dacy and Xeno Garcia, it started all over again, and a whole new challenge. Dacy and Garcia both put up a game above 250 in the first two games to give them a 27 pin lead going into the elimination game, and that’s where the real fun happened. As the lanes continued to burn up in the front, yet still not hook down lane, strikes disappeared and spares became all the more important. In the end, Garcia made a clutch washout to sneak by us by seven pins and send us home BUY - - - SELL AMF - BRUNSWICK EQUIPMENT - COMPLETE PACKAGE WORLD’S LARGEST NEW-USED SPARE PARTS INVENTORY Danny or Daryl Tucker Tucker Bowling Equipment Co. Bowling Parts, Inc. 609 N.E. 3rd St. P.O. Box 801 Tulia, Texas 79088 Tulia, Texas 79088 Call (806) 995-4018 Call (806) 995-3635 Fax (806) 995-4767 Email: bpitx@texasonline.net Website: www.bowlingpartsandequipment.com Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1642, Colleyville, TX 76034-1642 Delivery Address: 4133 Heartstone Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051 Offi ce: 817-267-8686 • Fax: 817-267-1813 • Cell: 817-368-7960 Website: www.thebowlingnews.net • Email: bowlingnews@sbcglobal.net JOE GENNARO (972-978-8687) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EDITOR EMERITUS TONY FRANKLIN (Tony@TheBowlingNews.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . .OWNER/PUBLISHER GENIE FRANKLIN (Genie@TheBowlingNews.net) . . . . . . . . . . .OWNER/PUBLISHER BILL HAZLETT (Bill@TheBowlingNews.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .MANAGING EDITOR JIM WOODRUFF (jim@discountplasticbags.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . FEATURE EDITOR EMIL WILLIAMS JR. (emil@thebowlingnews.net ). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STAFF WRITER TYSON BRANAGAN (t.branagan@yahoo.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STAFF WRITER BREANNE EOFF (breanne@TheBowlingNews.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . STAFF WRITER CLINT DACY (Clint@TheBowlingNews.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . COLUMNIST SUSIE MINSHEW (strikeability@gmail.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . COLUMNIST LEISHA MURR (leisha@TheBowlingNews.net) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . COLUMNIST BUBBA FLINT (fl intsworld@aol.com) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CARTOONIST CONTRIBUTING FEATURE WRITERS John Jowdy • Chuck Pezzano • Don Wright Note: Opinions expressed by our independent columnists and feature writers are their own and do not necessarily refl ect the views of The Bowling News. Subscription rates: $65 a year in advance. Check or money orders should be addressed to THE BOWLING NEWS. © 2011 Th e Bowling News FOUNDED AND PUBLISHED BY JOE GENNARO FROM 1956-2009 early and out of the cash, but it’s the only time I’ve ever been OK in doing so. Not that I’m satisfied without cashing or winning, but when you did all you could on very challenging conditions such as the Red River, it is different. We all know that the Red River tournament now, is not the same as the Red River of years ago, and may never be, but when you combine conditions that don’t favor any style, and you know everyone will struggle at some point or another along with the best format in bowling, double elimination, it really is a tournament that any competitive bowler out there would have a chance in. The tournament will be an annual event that everyone should try and take part in. When you combine all the factors, it’s a level playing field Look for the full results in the June Bowling News Southwest addition and stay tuned for future Red River Doubles tournaments. THOMPSON TOPS NABI Continued from Page 1 Thompson took Mike Counts down for the count, 224-191. Thompson then eliminated Vinny Meneades, 206-188, in the round of four to get to the title match. Royal’s road to the championship match saw him defeating Katie Meneades, 204-173, and Bob Kielich, 213-189. The top finalists include: 3-4. Bob Kielich, Vinny Meneades, $178 ($150, plus $28 from the Progressive Pot) each; 5-8. Mike Counts, Kelvin Garner, Katie Meneades, Pat Shelton, $110 each; Other cashers were: 9. Drika Courtney, $80; 10-14. Kip King, Wendy Streater, Pamila Jones, Randy Price, Mini Williams, $75 each; 15-24. Eric Taylor, Ericson Delos Santos, Barbara Garner, Michael Spencer, Brandon Havens, Ed Williams, Kevin Gaddis, Eddie Rogers, Frankie Garza, Mallory Owen, $70 each. High Qualifiers Michael Spencer, $23; Laney Royal, Wendy Streater, $3 each; Bob Kielich, Brandon Havens. High Pot Winners Bob Kielich, $65; Pat Shelton, $25; Laney Royal, Wendy Streater, John Jones, Laughton Smith, Eric Taylor, Michael Spencer, Drika Courtney, Martin Hester, David Williams, Eddie Rogers, Kevin Gaddis, Katie Meneades, $10 each; Troy Howell, $5. The Tournament had 99 entries with a total payout of $4,705. P.O. Box 1642, Colleyville, TX 76034 Phone 817-267-8686 Fax 817-267-1813 Join the Sunday Funnies League Starts June 5th Meeting time: 5:30 PM Presently 4-Member, Any Combination Present Fees: $16.00 per week Includes end of season sweeper for all teams FAIR PAY-OUT FOR ALL Contact Charles Soules or Larry Sunday for more information Congratulations to the current leagues members who competed in the 2011 Dallas USBC Tournament in Division III, and won their Team, Singles and All-events categories. AMF DeSoto Lanes 121 Northgate Dr., Desoto, TX 75115 972-780-8090 Join the DeSoto Classic Friday Night League 1st Place Guaranteed $1,800.00 Based on 12 teams Starts June 3rd Bowl at 6:30 PM, Meeting at 5:30 PM 5-Member Mixed - Match Play - 4/1 or 3/2 combo Handicap 90% of 210 Mystery Score, Brackets, High Pots, Crossover Doubles $20.00 per week Contact Marcus Miller or Russell Corwin for more information “The quickest and best way to reach people in bowling–” AMF DeSoto Lanes 121 Northgate Dr., Desoto, TX 75115 972-780-8090
Men Chris Castro, AMF Richardson ............................. 821 Travis Franklin, AMF Hurst .................................... 820 Gary Anderson, Brunswick Zone Watauga ........... 817 Mike Maas, Cityview .............................................. 812 Brian Wallace, Cityview ......................................... 812 David Brewster, USA Bowl..................................... 805 Jessie Brantley, AMF Showplace Euless .............. 804 David Greenfi eld, BRC Thousand Oaks ............... 801 Paul E Wilson, AMF Garland ................................. 784 Kevin Hiam, Plano ................................................. 779 Ron Williams, Brunswick Westcreek .................... 776 Tom Pulis, Red Bird ............................................... 773 Anthony Irizarry, Cowtown Bowling Palace .......... 771 Aric Alcaraz, AMF DeSoto ..................................... 763 Lewis Apperson, AMF Lewisville .......................... 761 Glen Noah, AMF Lewisville .................................... 761 Rodney Lyons, Rowlett Bowl-a-Rama ................... 757 Frankie Alonzo, AMF Spare Time .......................... 747 Jim Reynen, Strikz ................................................. 720 Frankie Alonzo, AMF Arlington ............................. 654 Women Stefanie Nation, AMF Showplace Euless ............. 865 Bertha Sanchez, AMF Garland .............................. 750 Liz Schneider, BRC Thousand Oaks ..................... 728 Christy Daniels, Plano ........................................... 727 Christy Daniels, AMF Richardson ......................... 700 Lori Wacker, Cityview ............................................. 692 Amy Hart, Cowtown Bowling Palace ..................... 682 Lisa Steele, Brunswick Zone Watauga ................. 680 Cassandra Norris, Brunswick Westcreek ............. 671 Nikki Brodigan, AMF Spare Time .......................... 662 Paula Amschler, AMF Lewisville ........................... 660 Janet Miller, AMF DeSoto ...................................... 654 Lauren Daniel, Red Bird ........................................ 651 Jennifer Curl, USA Bowl ........................................ 644 Michelle Barnes, AMF Hurst .................................. 605 Michelle Reynolds, Rowlett Bowl-a-Rama ............ 596 Maritza Matteo, Strikz ............................................ 591 Susan Holland, AMF Arlington .............................. 451 At Cityview Maas and Wallace tie at 812, Wacker jams 692 Mike Maas and Brian Wallace shared the top spot on the honor roll at Cityview Lanes last week as both recorded a power-packed 812 series. Maas posted a 299 game in Harry Carlberg Eng. action while Wallace rolled 255-267-290 lines in Monday Mixers league play. Lori Wacker rounded up the top score for the ladies with a stately 173-272-247 = 692 Saturday Night Doubles session. HONOR ROLL Travis Thomas 278-768, John Heiliger 258-732, Cherie Deleon 232- 639, Birdie Auerbach 244-640, Cary Fleming 256-629, Catie Jensen 234-689, Amy Langham 255-683, Vernon Smith, Jr. 279-781. Jeri Harlinh 235-633, Leigh Batten 209-595, Steve Smart 264-732, Darwin Bonner 277-737, Sandy Winstead 242- 545, Don Granado 275-745, Jacki Hentz 225-625, Bill Bural 211-627. Tammy Stone 170-466, Wayne Collins 246-695, Melissa Reininger 217-536, Brian Hammond 238-659, Chris Holliday 288-746, Amy Langham 212-623, Chester Jones 279-704, Lori Wacker 247-624. At USA Bowl Brewster blasts 805, Curl collars 644 Shuffler 299 Just For Fun leaguer David Brewster racked up a rollicking 258-279-268 = 805 series to earn top billing on the honor roll last week at USA Bowl. Jennifer Curl posted a fine 193-259-192 = 644 West Stars set to lead the ladies. John Shuffler’s 299 solo claimed high-game honors. HONOR ROLL Will Briggs 268-701, Jody Muskett 202-546, Burdette Graham 279-712, Irene Yuen 194-563, Cindy Guidry 177- 510, Lonnie Lafrance 207-573, Connie Holmes 225-476, Dennis McCalpin Stefanie Nation This week’s high woman is Stefanie Nation with a 300-299- 266 for an 865 series in the Masters league at AMF Euless. What is your high series? This is my high series. My previous high series was 800 which I bowled in 2006. How many 300’s have you bowled? This 300 makes my fourth Thoughts on your big night? I don’t have a lot of expectations bowling this league. I just want to come in and relax and have fun. So, last week I wasn’t really thinking about anything, I was in my own world. After it was over, it was a little overwhelming, but fun. What ball did you throw? I threw my benchmark go-to ball, the Hammer Taboo. I played to the right of the guys on my pair and I never had to transition. I moved maybe 2 or 3 boards. Usually, I have to move an entire zone to keep up with the transition. Who drills your balls? Brian O’Keefe at the International Training & Research Center What is your all-time favorite bowling ball? There isn’t a ball that sticks out. If there was one before, this one topped it. What is your average in this league? Last week I was averaging 219, but this series bumped me up to 223 What is your all-time high average? 229 when I lived in Orlando, FL How long have you been bowling? 21 years. My parents took me to the bowling center on Saturday mornings and when I reached high school I thought this was something I wanted to pursue. I then bowled in college at Central Florida and I have been a member of Team USA for 7 years. Who is your favorite pro bowler? Carolyn Dorin-Ballard. She was always the one I looked up to and her intensity was contagious. I never thought she would be my team mate, co-worker and friend. Most memorable bowling 267-708. Tammi Rowley 186-475, Earl Davis 187-464, Mary Jo Wilmoth 175-421, Bill Garrison 255-706, Cindy Guidry 224-576, Kathlene Correa 215-576, John Shuffler 742, Lisa Ruben 213-566. Tracy Hallberg 230-612, Jackie Johnson-Staples 233-546, Chris Wooley 172-460, Mary White 139-382, Jack Soria 257-686, Tim Rice (4 games) 208- 768, Mindy Jordan (4 games) 177-603. Robert San Miguel (2 games) 204- 391, Sarah Meisenhumer (2 games) 144-271. THE BOWLING NEWS | Thursday, May 26, 2011 | Page 3 moment? Winning my first Women’s Series title in 2008. The ladies don’t have a tour, so that is all we have right now. Stefanie’s tip of the week: Less is more. The less I think about on the approach, the better off I am. And patience pays, let it come to you. USA Bowl Proudly Presents Brackets High Pots 2011 Asian Men’s & Women’s Bowling Tournament 2 Separate Events Men - Multiple Entry Scratch Women - Multiple Entry Handicap (90% of 200)maximum 40 pins per game Men - $1500 Guaranteed 1st Place (regardless of entries) Women - $1000 Guaranteed 1st Place (regardless of entries) Entry Fee $55 Per Squad Friday and Saturday Squads: 11am, 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm Sunday Squads: 9am 11am (Re-Entry Squad only) Finals to follow (check our website or call for rules and format information) www.usabowlindallas.com 214-358-1382 Fax: 214-358-4056 10920 Composite Drive, Dallas, TX 75220 Ever wondered what it would be like to bowl on the patterns used in international competitions like the Pan American Games? DOUBLE DOWN TRIO TEAM USA EXPERIENCE LEAGUE A new USBC Sport Bowling League concept using the same lane conditions Team USA faces during international competitions. Each of the 12 patterns is named after an Olympic Host City Short patterns Medium patterns Long patterns Sydney (33 feet) Atlanta (38 feet) Tokyo (43 feet) Stockholm (34 feet) Seoul (39 feet) London (44 feet) Beijing (35 feet) Athens (40 feet) Mexico City (45 feet) Los Angeles (36 feet) Montreal (41 feet) Paris (47 feet) More patterns equal more challenges. Mondays 7 PM Starting June 6th (6:30 Meeting) 3 Member Teams 4 Games Match Play 2 game sets 2 Different Patterns each week 1 Opponent (Bowl the same opponent on 2 different patterns) 12 Week Season $17 Weekly Fees TNBA Singles 9-Pin No-Tap Tournament June 4th, call for information The “New” 817-346-0444 Cityviewlanes.net Fax: 817-346-7208 Big Boards Many ways to Make Money! 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