Last night after the Mutt & Jeff's Classic League, Pat and Addison extended an invitation for all Classic League Bowlers to their Club and Restaurant for an after bowling social and wing buffet. Nearly all the bowlers showed up to participate and enjoyed some of the best wings around, not 1, not 2, not 3 but 5 flavors including BBQ, Buffalo, General Tso were featured on the buffet complete with veggies and homecut fries. And you can be sure there was plenty of cold drinks to go around as well.
As this year's league sponsor, Pat and Addie have really stepped up to the plate to help support and help save a Classic League in Lorain County. This years format is three man teams which go heads up each week. Last week capped off the first third of the season and Cash bonuses were paid out. The Classic league looks strong and should grow by leaps and bounds next year as the area's top bowlers will vie for a place to get into this LEAGUE...and with a great Sponsor like Mutt and Jeff's and fun events like last nite planned for throughout the season, the Classic League is the place to be on Monday nights for the Best Bowling around.
Tournament News:
The Lorain Women's Bowling Association's 500 Club Tournament is coming up December 1st at Lake Erie Lanes. The committee has been working hard to put on an event to rival the Men's 700. Good Luck gals. The event open to all Lorain County ladies in the 500 Club will be a No Tap format...so it should be lot's of FUN!
Brian Hensley will be getting the LBA's 700 Tournament entry forms out over the next week. I have dubbed this Tourney the King of All Local Bowling Events based on last years success at Nautical. This year Maureen and George over at Lake Erie have picked up the ball and began to run, run fast to assure all our bowler another Great Time! Bowled Solutions will be Presenting Sponsor, MOTIV hass come on board, our friends at the LC visitors bureau and loraincounty.com are on board for support this year as well. And I can assure you there are some great surprises in store for this year as well.
MOTIV TO SPONSOR the Lorain City Tournament this February. MOTIV Bowling will play a major role in this years city tournament. We know for sure the Winners of Singles scratch and handicap will be walking away with a new MOTIV Ball and there are plenty of other plans to make the City tournament at Slovak Lanes one to remember! Check out MOTIV on facebook as well...and enter your team for a stockpile of new bowling balls, yep MOTIV will outfit your entire team with a new ball if you win the promotion.
In the next week or so, I'll be doing a re-cap of some of the first half Highlights so be sure to check back!
Turkey shootout at Rebmans Thanksgiving EVE...a new format from the annual jackpot will roll out tomorrow nite at Rebmans' after league bowling. Supporting LHS Bowling as a benefit...Bowler's will attempt to navigate all 24 lanes with a minimum 9 count to capture the JACKPOT Prize!
Be sure to check out the Lorain Morning Journal each Tuesday morning for league top scores and Saturday's Chronicle Telegram for LBA top scores and action!
Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Sunday, November 18, 2012
Mark Frazier Crowned LBA-Amherst Eagles 800 Champion
- Well, the
LORAIN USBC BA / AMHERST EAGLES 17TH ANNUAL 800 TOURNAMENT is a wrap. It
was a long but exciting weekend. We had a total of 51 bowlers from Lorain
County participate. For an entry fee of $35 and a first place check of
$500 it was a good investment. On Saturday evening Mike Plato started off
with a very nice 300 game. He finished the first night of qualifying with
a 923 series which was leading. Sunday came and some bombs were being
tossed. Mark Frazier started the afternoon off with a 300 game and the
whispers began. Was it Mark's year. Rick Delserone bounced back the second
game with a 300 of his own. Mark's second game was a not too shabby 270.
Mark then started his 3rd game with the front 10 before a messenger failed
to take down the 10 pin and Mark settled for a 289 game and a first 3 of
859. Mark then hit his next pair and struggled to start but ended up with
the last 5 for a 193 game and the leader in the clubhouse. This lead us to
a five person stepladder final of Mark, John Gregory, Mike Plato, Rick
Delserone, and Brian Hensley.
Rick beat Brian the first game 238-197. Rick then started the second game off strong and took out Plato with a 257-218 match. Rick once again came out striking as well as John, but a couple of splits slowed up the match. But the match came down to the 10th frame with John needing to strikeout to beat Rick.. John left a smash 10 pin on his 11th ball to lose 236-226. This left a final of not so rev challenged bowlers Mark V Rick. They both came out the gate pounding the pocket. It all came down once again to the 10th frame, with Mark needing a double and really good count to shut out Rick. Mark got the first one in the 10th and on his next ball threw some nasty wood and carried the 7-10 split and to go ahead and beat Rick 237-222 and won the $500 check and bonus items...
This had to be one of the most exciting events that I have been part of in my bowling career. The spectators came out and supported this amazing final. We even had some jackpot bowling going on after the Saturday night qualifying round and LOTS of money flying around bringing back memories of old. People ask me why I don't bowl anymore, this is the reason why. I enjoy being part of events like this. Hopefully we can make this event even bigger next year.
I would like the following people for making this event possible this year. First of all, our sponsors. Amherst Eagles, Brunswick / DV8 bowling, Ace Mitchell bowlers supply and EDMONEYLIVE.COM. I would also like to thank Park Lanes Bowling & Brew for hosting this years event ( to any of my friends here on facebook, if you have not been to Park Lanes, you need to get there, this place ROCKS!! ) and John Shreve for bringing in 15 of his closest friends from his center. Finally, I would also like to thank the LBA board members for helping out this weekend, we have a great group of guys.. and to Dan Metelsky, for his hard work and dedication to helping bring back the "fun and excitement" to the game that we all love.. It's a pleasure working side by side with you!!
Dan's Note: Chaz Velasquez Tournament Director for the LBA-Amherst Eagles 2012-13 800 Tournament provided this summary piece. Chaz worked tirelessly to put on one heck of a tournament. With a 100% increase in bowler particiaption over recent 800 tournaments, Chaz should be recognized and commended for his leadership and effort. As noted in the body of the text, thank you to all our sponsors, expecially to our friends at the Amherst Eagles Club, their support included a matching grant to the LBA's committment of $500 to the Lorain Youth Bowling Scholarship Fund!
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Mutt & Jeff's steps up to Support a 'Classic' ... and new FB Motiv Promo
Pat and Addison, both avid and excellent Bowlers and co-owners of Mutt and Jeff's the iconic Bar-Restaurant and Entertainment Venue on Oberlin Avenue must have read PBA member and current USBC Master's Champion Mike Fagen's recent views on the state of bowling, the handicap system and Scratch League play. Mike states, "I've come to realize the only people that can save the sport are bowlers...." well that surely rings true to Pat and Addison, and having a great business (doesn't hurt either) which affords them the ability to step up and strengthen the sport and promote 'The Monday Classic League" at Rebmans. The changing nature of the sport and the economy has taken it's toll on Classic leagues...but recently, thanks to guys like Gary Z and now Mutt and Jeffs the Monday Classic League at Rebmans has new life.
Last night the teams and squad was full. A new trio format is the foundation for success and future growth. Implementing an eight week Total Pinfall Bonus Pot allows every bowler and team the ability to compete for the bonuses throughout the season. Mutt & Jeff's sponsorship makes this league the most attractive around. Each Monday 24 of the top competitors in the LBA assemble to go head to head in straight up scratch competition. Perhaps the only remaining 'Classic League' around, the ability to grow and strengthen the league is a top goal. While last night reflects full teams, subs and permanent subs are welcome and expansion is a definite possibility and with the eight week bonus rounds affords all bowlers the ability to cash. See Adam or stop down Monday evenings at 7 to get on board.
Of note: the LBA has approximately 40 leagues within the association with a composite average of 179. The Classic Leagues' composite average is 208.
Fagen was right, it takes bowlers to step up and help save and support the sport. Recently the LBA has implemented this philosophy with upgraded tournaments, promotions and bowlers services and our bowlers become the beneficiaries. Be sure to thank and remember all the sponsors that support our sport, in all the leagues and all the tournaments!
Just in...Cool promotion!
For a great chance for some great prizes, Motiv is running a promotion on facebook, you can win an entire arsenal of equipment and accessories...so visit Motiv on facebook and enter.
Last night the teams and squad was full. A new trio format is the foundation for success and future growth. Implementing an eight week Total Pinfall Bonus Pot allows every bowler and team the ability to compete for the bonuses throughout the season. Mutt & Jeff's sponsorship makes this league the most attractive around. Each Monday 24 of the top competitors in the LBA assemble to go head to head in straight up scratch competition. Perhaps the only remaining 'Classic League' around, the ability to grow and strengthen the league is a top goal. While last night reflects full teams, subs and permanent subs are welcome and expansion is a definite possibility and with the eight week bonus rounds affords all bowlers the ability to cash. See Adam or stop down Monday evenings at 7 to get on board.
Of note: the LBA has approximately 40 leagues within the association with a composite average of 179. The Classic Leagues' composite average is 208.
Fagen was right, it takes bowlers to step up and help save and support the sport. Recently the LBA has implemented this philosophy with upgraded tournaments, promotions and bowlers services and our bowlers become the beneficiaries. Be sure to thank and remember all the sponsors that support our sport, in all the leagues and all the tournaments!
Just in...Cool promotion!
For a great chance for some great prizes, Motiv is running a promotion on facebook, you can win an entire arsenal of equipment and accessories...so visit Motiv on facebook and enter.
Monday, October 1, 2012
LBA B2B Raffle Winners Announced, Tourney Info update
First a big thank you goes out to all the bowlers, leagues and centers that helped support the Innagual Back to Bowling promotion in support of the LBA.
Over 2,200 tickets were purchased during the 2-1/2 week promotion.
As an incentive for leagues to participate Bonus prizes were awarded, of the 37 sanctioned leagues within the Lorain USBC BA, 29 sold tickets making them eligible for cash bonus prizes to be used for their leagues.
Congratulations to: Friday Mixed at Park Lanes, Senior Friendship at Rebmans, Rudy's Bar League at Lake Erie, Tuesday Men at Nautical and Delmonicos Barbershop at Rebmans on winning Bonuses.
Odds to win a participation award were 1:29 for top prize and 1:9 for all. 100% bonus had chance of winning at 1:29 and Bonus Bucks at 1:438 with Delmonicos having sold 72 books over base for winning odds of 1:6.
Bowling Ball winners include: Scott Novak (Zgraphics league entry), Brian Hellinger (Am Slovak Lanes entry) and Debbie Stroud (VOL-Lake Erie)
Proceeds from the Raffle will go towards LBA Tournaments and Promotions and LBA charitable causes. Recap sheets are posted at all centers.
The 800 Tournament is slated for November 10 & 11 at Park Lanes. Sponsored by the Amherst Eagles, $500 Top Prize is up for grabs. Entry forms at all LC bowling centers. Any bowler with a sanctioned 800 within Lorain County is eligible for entry.
Mark your calanders for October 21 and 28 as the Lorain USBC Youth City tournament held at Rebmans for the youngsters is set.
The Lorain Womens' Association has scheduled their 500 Club Tourney for December 1 at Lake Erie Lanes.
And the King of all Local Tournaments the LBA's 700 Tournament is scheduled for January 19 and 20 at Lake Erie. Even more surprises in store this year for this one!
Over 2,200 tickets were purchased during the 2-1/2 week promotion.
As an incentive for leagues to participate Bonus prizes were awarded, of the 37 sanctioned leagues within the Lorain USBC BA, 29 sold tickets making them eligible for cash bonus prizes to be used for their leagues.
Congratulations to: Friday Mixed at Park Lanes, Senior Friendship at Rebmans, Rudy's Bar League at Lake Erie, Tuesday Men at Nautical and Delmonicos Barbershop at Rebmans on winning Bonuses.
Odds to win a participation award were 1:29 for top prize and 1:9 for all. 100% bonus had chance of winning at 1:29 and Bonus Bucks at 1:438 with Delmonicos having sold 72 books over base for winning odds of 1:6.
Bowling Ball winners include: Scott Novak (Zgraphics league entry), Brian Hellinger (Am Slovak Lanes entry) and Debbie Stroud (VOL-Lake Erie)
Proceeds from the Raffle will go towards LBA Tournaments and Promotions and LBA charitable causes. Recap sheets are posted at all centers.
The 800 Tournament is slated for November 10 & 11 at Park Lanes. Sponsored by the Amherst Eagles, $500 Top Prize is up for grabs. Entry forms at all LC bowling centers. Any bowler with a sanctioned 800 within Lorain County is eligible for entry.
Mark your calanders for October 21 and 28 as the Lorain USBC Youth City tournament held at Rebmans for the youngsters is set.
The Lorain Womens' Association has scheduled their 500 Club Tourney for December 1 at Lake Erie Lanes.
And the King of all Local Tournaments the LBA's 700 Tournament is scheduled for January 19 and 20 at Lake Erie. Even more surprises in store this year for this one!
Monday, September 17, 2012
Early Season Rings for James Nunnally, Chris Neiding and Brad Uhl
Chris Neiding fired the first 300 of the 2012 Season at Lake Erie Lanes and James Nunnally shot 300 last week at Rebmans. Brad Uhl is off to a hot start and shot 834 with very nice 277,278 and you guessed it 279 games.
The LBA's Back to Bowling Ball Raffle ends this upcoming Friday, be sure to get your tickets at all LBA bowling centers. Up for grabs is a new Ebonite, Motiv or Brunswick bowling ball and for just 50 cents a chance..what a deal. All proceeds will benefit the LBA tournament promotions and prize funds as well as our charitable giving throughout the year.
The 800 tournament is slated for November 10th and 11th at Park Lanes. Presented by the Amherst Eagles and the LBA, Tournament Director Chaz and his committee have been actively seeking sponsors and support for this tournament. We hear Chris Loschetter and Ronnie Russell through Brunswick and DV8 have stepped up for some great prizes to supplement what is a Guaranteed $500 Top Prize Fund! The 800 is open to all bowlers that have shot an 800 series in Lorain County.
Speaking of Lorain County, the Lorain County Visitors Bureau has joined the ranks of supporters for this year as well.
Plans are already underway for the 700 Tournament in January...With great expecations following Don Sagert's extravaganza last season, be sure the goal for this year is to have an even bigger and better tounament, more prizes, more fun, more excitement and more money! George and Maureen at Lake Erie Lanes are working hard with the planning for this great Bowling EVENT!
Our friends over at Nautical Lanes will play host this Saturday September 22nd for the 1st Annual Bowling for the Cure bowl-a-thon in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Tickets are just $20. Stop by and get some practice in at Nautical for the upcoming year ending LBA tournament to be held at Nautical all while supporting a great cause. Even if you can't bowl stop by this week and see Jimmy or Joel or Steve Kimmel and make a donation to help out. I know I plan on it. The event runs 4 to 7 pm.
Best wishes for Good Bowling and high scores this week,
Dan
The LBA's Back to Bowling Ball Raffle ends this upcoming Friday, be sure to get your tickets at all LBA bowling centers. Up for grabs is a new Ebonite, Motiv or Brunswick bowling ball and for just 50 cents a chance..what a deal. All proceeds will benefit the LBA tournament promotions and prize funds as well as our charitable giving throughout the year.
The 800 tournament is slated for November 10th and 11th at Park Lanes. Presented by the Amherst Eagles and the LBA, Tournament Director Chaz and his committee have been actively seeking sponsors and support for this tournament. We hear Chris Loschetter and Ronnie Russell through Brunswick and DV8 have stepped up for some great prizes to supplement what is a Guaranteed $500 Top Prize Fund! The 800 is open to all bowlers that have shot an 800 series in Lorain County.
Speaking of Lorain County, the Lorain County Visitors Bureau has joined the ranks of supporters for this year as well.
Plans are already underway for the 700 Tournament in January...With great expecations following Don Sagert's extravaganza last season, be sure the goal for this year is to have an even bigger and better tounament, more prizes, more fun, more excitement and more money! George and Maureen at Lake Erie Lanes are working hard with the planning for this great Bowling EVENT!
Our friends over at Nautical Lanes will play host this Saturday September 22nd for the 1st Annual Bowling for the Cure bowl-a-thon in support of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Tickets are just $20. Stop by and get some practice in at Nautical for the upcoming year ending LBA tournament to be held at Nautical all while supporting a great cause. Even if you can't bowl stop by this week and see Jimmy or Joel or Steve Kimmel and make a donation to help out. I know I plan on it. The event runs 4 to 7 pm.
Best wishes for Good Bowling and high scores this week,
Dan
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Back to Bowling '12...Win a New Ball for the New Season
Well that time of the year has come again...It's back to bolwing time!
I understand some leagues have kicked off this season already...so here's to a great season, lot's of Honor Scores and consistent rolls!
Your LBA has lot's of great things instore for all our bowlers this season...
To Begin with...How 'bout a New Bowling Ball to start off the new season..The LBA is offering you a chance at a new Motiv, Ebonite or Brunswick ball for just 50 cents a chance, improve your odds by buying a book of 5 tickets for just $2 and your best value...you can buy three books of 5 for just $5.
Your league secretaries will be selling tickets and they will be available at all LBA bowling centers.
Proceeds from the ball raffle will benefit the LBA youth scholars program and upcoming tournaments.
Speaking of tournaments, this year the LBA will be sponsoring 5 tournaments, that right we've added a new tournament at the end of the season. Look for New formats, More prizes, more prize money and more fun this year for sure. Last year's 700 Tournament is our baseline for offering a great experience for our bowlers.
The 800 tournament will be held November 10 and 11 at Park Lanes.
the 700 tournament will be in early January at Lake Erie Lanes
the City Tournament will be in February at American Slovak Lanes
the Senior tournament will be in April at Rebman Rec
and Nautical Lanes will host the new tournament in April as well
I understand some leagues have kicked off this season already...so here's to a great season, lot's of Honor Scores and consistent rolls!
Your LBA has lot's of great things instore for all our bowlers this season...
To Begin with...How 'bout a New Bowling Ball to start off the new season..The LBA is offering you a chance at a new Motiv, Ebonite or Brunswick ball for just 50 cents a chance, improve your odds by buying a book of 5 tickets for just $2 and your best value...you can buy three books of 5 for just $5.
Your league secretaries will be selling tickets and they will be available at all LBA bowling centers.
Proceeds from the ball raffle will benefit the LBA youth scholars program and upcoming tournaments.
Speaking of tournaments, this year the LBA will be sponsoring 5 tournaments, that right we've added a new tournament at the end of the season. Look for New formats, More prizes, more prize money and more fun this year for sure. Last year's 700 Tournament is our baseline for offering a great experience for our bowlers.
The 800 tournament will be held November 10 and 11 at Park Lanes.
the 700 tournament will be in early January at Lake Erie Lanes
the City Tournament will be in February at American Slovak Lanes
the Senior tournament will be in April at Rebman Rec
and Nautical Lanes will host the new tournament in April as well
Monday, July 2, 2012
Loschetter captures Title in Italy, Zakrajsek Cashes
Avon's Chris Loschetter and member of the LBA captured his second European bowling title this past weekend in Italy. Outdistancing fellow Team Bruswick member and 2012 PBA Player of the Year Sean Rash. Ronnie Russell winner of this years Baldo Campana Central PBA title finished 5th. US bowlers dominated the tourny.
Lorains Rick Zakrajsek finished in the money this past weekend in Cincinnati at the PBA Central tournament. Good Shooting guys!
Chris Loschetter wins his second career EBT title in inaugural Brunswick Italia Challenge
07/02/12
Pro bowler Chris Loschetter (pictured left) of Avon, Ohio, United States, captured his second career title on the European Bowling Tour in the inaugural Brunswick Italia Challenge Sunday, July 1st, at Bowling Red & Black in Asti, Italy.
The 10-year PBA member, who is still looking for his first PBA Tour title, finished round robin match play with a 13-game total of 3,155 pins including 150 bonus to celebrate a 55-pin margin of victory over PBA Player of the Year Sean Rash (right) of Montgomery, Ill., USA.
Rash, who won the 2012 PBA Tournament of Champions for his fifth career PBA title was second with 3100 total including 120 bonus and was followed by Dominic Barrett (left) of England in third place with 3026 including 140 bonus. Barrett won his first PBA title in the 2011 PBA World Series of Bowling.
Fourth place belonged to one-time PBA champion Ryan Ciminelli (right) of Cheektowaga, N.Y., USA, who knocked down 3020 pins including 60 bonus pins. Rounding out the top 5 was five-time PBA Regional champion Ronnie Russell (below left) of Marion, Ind. USA, with 2995 including 100 bonus.
Loschetter pocketed 9.000 Euro for the win, Rash collected 4.500 for second, Barrett earned $2.500 for third, Ciminelli received $2.000 for fourth and Russell garnered $1.800 for fifth.
U.S. players half won half of the ten EBT titles this season. Mike Faganof Dallas, Texas, who currently leads the men's point ranking, is the only two-time winner this season. Three-time WTBA World Champion Bill O'Neill of Southampton, Pa. and PBA Hall of Famer Brian Voss have won one title each this season.
2012 European Bowling Tour #10
PBA players dominate the leaderboard; Nina Flack of Sweden wins women's ranking
Pro bowler Chris Loschetter (pictured left) of Avon, Ohio, United States, captured his second career title on the European Bowling Tour in the inaugural Brunswick Italia Challenge Sunday, July 1st, at Bowling Red & Black in Asti, Italy. The 10-year PBA member, who is still looking for his first PBA Tour title, finished round robin match play with a 13-game total of 3,155 pins including 150 bonus to celebrate a 55-pin margin of victory over PBA Player of the Year Sean Rash (right) of Montgomery, Ill., USA.
Rash, who won the 2012 PBA Tournament of Champions for his fifth career PBA title was second with 3100 total including 120 bonus and was followed by Dominic Barrett (left) of England in third place with 3026 including 140 bonus. Barrett won his first PBA title in the 2011 PBA World Series of Bowling. Fourth place belonged to one-time PBA champion Ryan Ciminelli (right) of Cheektowaga, N.Y., USA, who knocked down 3020 pins including 60 bonus pins. Rounding out the top 5 was five-time PBA Regional champion Ronnie Russell (below left) of Marion, Ind. USA, with 2995 including 100 bonus.
Loschetter pocketed 9.000 Euro for the win, Rash collected 4.500 for second, Barrett earned $2.500 for third, Ciminelli received $2.000 for fourth and Russell garnered $1.800 for fifth. U.S. players half won half of the ten EBT titles this season. Mike Faganof Dallas, Texas, who currently leads the men's point ranking, is the only two-time winner this season. Three-time WTBA World Champion Bill O'Neill of Southampton, Pa. and PBA Hall of Famer Brian Voss have won one title each this season.
Saturday, May 19, 2012
Lorain's Shawver and Zakrajsek move on...Loschetter joins locals, Russell leads Qualifying and Ron Mohr fires 300
The pros are in Lorain for the 5th consecutive year as Rebman Recreation plays host to the PBA Baldo Campana Central Region Open and Seniors Open. Qualifying took place earlier today on the Viper Pattern and in the Seniors Division.
Ronnie Russel of team DV8 led qualifying today heading into tomorrows match play. Lorain's Rick Shawver qualified 3rd and Motiv staffer and Lorainite Rick Zakrajsek (also PBA Host for this year) made the round of 12 for Sundays match play and finals.
Avon's and LBA member Chris Loschetter a member of Team Brunswick (you'll be seeing him on ESPN in the upcoming weeks in the PBA Summer Team Shootout in Chicago) also will be vying for another Regional title tomorrow.
Another big name: Dayton's Bryan Kretzer of Team Roto Grip also no surprise qualified for tomorrows action.
Come out to Rebmans and catch some of the excitement, it should be fun. The Action kicks off at 9am.
On the other side of the center, the PBA Seniors came to town in hopes of a title. Rohn Mohr fired a 300 on a tough pattern today. Guppy Troup was an absolute joy to have around mixing with fans and old friends. Remember Dave Soutar from ABC's televised PBA tourneys, well he qualified for tomorrows match play as the first Senior Lorain PBA title is up for grabs.
Check back the first of the week for all the results and more stories from the PBA's visit to Lorain!
Ronnie Russel of team DV8 led qualifying today heading into tomorrows match play. Lorain's Rick Shawver qualified 3rd and Motiv staffer and Lorainite Rick Zakrajsek (also PBA Host for this year) made the round of 12 for Sundays match play and finals.
Avon's and LBA member Chris Loschetter a member of Team Brunswick (you'll be seeing him on ESPN in the upcoming weeks in the PBA Summer Team Shootout in Chicago) also will be vying for another Regional title tomorrow.
Another big name: Dayton's Bryan Kretzer of Team Roto Grip also no surprise qualified for tomorrows action.
Come out to Rebmans and catch some of the excitement, it should be fun. The Action kicks off at 9am.
On the other side of the center, the PBA Seniors came to town in hopes of a title. Rohn Mohr fired a 300 on a tough pattern today. Guppy Troup was an absolute joy to have around mixing with fans and old friends. Remember Dave Soutar from ABC's televised PBA tourneys, well he qualified for tomorrows match play as the first Senior Lorain PBA title is up for grabs.
Check back the first of the week for all the results and more stories from the PBA's visit to Lorain!
Thursday, May 17, 2012
PBA This Weekend in Lorain, Summer Bowling Updates
The PBA Baldo Campana Central Region Open takes place this Friday, Saturday and Sunday at Rebman Recreation. Friday afternoon the pros take to the lanes for practice and at 6:30 you can join the pros and bowl the PBA Experience Pro-Am* event. Adults and children can bowl 3 games in a no tap format for prizes and fun. Contact Rebmans for info.
Saturday two squads (9am and 3pm) begin the grueling 8 game grind vying for a spot in Match Play Sunday. Finals are scheduled for early Sunday afternoon. Come and watch some of the best bowlers in the PBA compete...and all for free. *ProAms (children $12.50 and adults $35.00) Prizes, pictures raffles are all part of the festivities.
This year the PBA Central Region will also play host to a Seniors event along side the regular tour pros.
The PBA has teamed up with the Teen Masters, so you will also be able to see some of the top youth bowlers competing for a spot in the Teen Masters Nationals.
This summer our friends at Nautical Lanes has this special going on...Great deal from the young fellas at Nautical. High tech and High volume at Nautical as their famous Rock and Bowls are weekly during the weekends, these guys know how to Rock the Bowl!
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Over at Lake Erie Lanes, you can test your skills on their World Bowling Pattern League. Tuesday league info is available by calling Lake Erie Lanes. Each week a new oil pattern is laid down to test your skills that Pro Bowlers face in International competitions.
Rebman Recreation has plenty of leagues this summer, so check in with the crew at Rebmans for more info. Leagues are starting now. And for the children Rebmans has this exclusive offer: Kids Bowl Free! Stop by Rebmans and pick up your coupons and for more information.
Monday, May 7, 2012
LBA and WLBA Hall of Fame Banquets on tap this week
Last week we talked about the accomplishments of the 2012 LBA Hall of Fame members. To refresh everyones memories, Mark Frazier with 28-300 games, 18-800 series and 300's thrown at both the Ohio State and USBC National tournaments will be honored along with Pete Shullick who's thrown perfection 24 times and has 5-800 honor series coupled with numerous tournament titles. Dempsey Miller who's 6-300's and 3-800's is only surpassed by his commitment to his family and flock and we welcome Ed Hromada who's record of tournament accomplishments and tenure on the PBA circuit round out this years class. The Mens USBC Lorain Bowling Association Hall of Fame dinner and awards banquet is Friday night at Rosewood Party Center.
This years class inductees to the Lorain Womens Bowling Association Hall of Fame include Pioneer Award winner Betty Gray, with 41 years of bowling under her belt, Betty has a high game of 298 and numerous 600 series to her credit. Elaine Viskup in the Performance category has 2-600 Club Tourney titles to go along with 2-City Tournament Team titles and a top 5 finish at the State Tournament in doubles. Joyce Berner is recognized for Meritorious Service having been an active member of the LWBA since 1974 and serving as secretary for the Kings and Queens league for 25 years. The Womens HOF Banquet will be held this Thursday at Rosewood Party Center.
Thanks to Joel and Rosewood for his continued support of bowling as a sponsor of our City Tournaments!
Congratulations to all the new Members of Lorain's Bowling Halls of Fame!
This years class inductees to the Lorain Womens Bowling Association Hall of Fame include Pioneer Award winner Betty Gray, with 41 years of bowling under her belt, Betty has a high game of 298 and numerous 600 series to her credit. Elaine Viskup in the Performance category has 2-600 Club Tourney titles to go along with 2-City Tournament Team titles and a top 5 finish at the State Tournament in doubles. Joyce Berner is recognized for Meritorious Service having been an active member of the LWBA since 1974 and serving as secretary for the Kings and Queens league for 25 years. The Womens HOF Banquet will be held this Thursday at Rosewood Party Center.
Thanks to Joel and Rosewood for his continued support of bowling as a sponsor of our City Tournaments!
Congratulations to all the new Members of Lorain's Bowling Halls of Fame!
Monday, April 30, 2012
2012 Fall-Winter season winding down, LBA Hall of Fame Ceremony Friday May 11th.
2012 produced many note worthy stories and accomplishments. Check back soon for some highlights.
For now, Rick Shawver ended the Monday Classic League in style, by shooting back to back 300's en-route to a nice 848 series.
Mark Vrbancic finished his season with a first ever 200 and 600 series in Z-Graphics.
Rich Krupar set his all time high during the last week with a 795.
It came to my attention recently that Sarah Whitman fired a super 780 series that was never published, kinda got lost in the fray...so Congrats Sarah...and Happy Belated Birthday! lol
The 5th annual Baldo Campana PBA Regional is coming up the weekend of May 18th. Be sure to stop in and see some of the PBA's best vye for this Regional title. This past weekend, 77 bowlers competed in the OH Lottery qualifier, for a spot in the tournament. Congrats to Qualifiers:
For now, Rick Shawver ended the Monday Classic League in style, by shooting back to back 300's en-route to a nice 848 series.
Mark Vrbancic finished his season with a first ever 200 and 600 series in Z-Graphics.
Rich Krupar set his all time high during the last week with a 795.
It came to my attention recently that Sarah Whitman fired a super 780 series that was never published, kinda got lost in the fray...so Congrats Sarah...and Happy Belated Birthday! lol
The 5th annual Baldo Campana PBA Regional is coming up the weekend of May 18th. Be sure to stop in and see some of the PBA's best vye for this Regional title. This past weekend, 77 bowlers competed in the OH Lottery qualifier, for a spot in the tournament. Congrats to Qualifiers:
PBA Central
Region Qualifiers
From the OH Lottery Qualifier at Rebmans
April 29, 2012
Congratulations
to our qualifiers!
Mike Desimpelaere
John Greco
Dean Billings
Mike Desimpelaere
John Greco
Dean Billings
Chuck Hood
Adam Mishak
Rick Ward Jr.
Al Frazier Jr.
Justin Stookey
Frank Testa
Amanda Morrow
Bryan Buckosh
Travis Podvorac
Ross Andrysco
Senior Qualifiers
Bill Boddy
Ken Trigg
Rusty Groner
Adam Mishak
Rick Ward Jr.
Al Frazier Jr.
Justin Stookey
Frank Testa
Amanda Morrow
Bryan Buckosh
Travis Podvorac
Ross Andrysco
Senior Qualifiers
Bill Boddy
Ken Trigg
Rusty Groner
Also on Tap: Get your tickets now from an LBA board member or see Adam at Rebmans for:
The 2012 LBA Hall of Fame Ceremony and Dinner, Friday May 11th. Inductees are Mark Frazier who enters the Hall with 28-300 games including achieving perfection at the Ohio State Tournament and the 2010 UBBC National Championships and 18-800 series. Pete Shullick enters the Hall with 24-300 games and 5-800's along with numerous tournament titles. Dempsey Miller with 6- 300's and 5-800's is a perfect example of Faith and Family first and enjoying Bowling as one of God's gifts in life. Ed Hromada made his place in bowling on the tournament circles with a fine PBA run and a cash at the historic Petterson Classic. Congratulations to this years recipients and families.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Baton Rouge USBC Nationals Challenging and Fun, and more than just Bowling
Twenty five teams from the Lorain Bowling Assocation made the trek to Baton Rouge for the 109th USBC National Open Championships held at the River Center along the shores of the Mississippi River this past week. Teams and individuals from across the nation will take part in one of the largest sporting competitions in the country and our squad from Lorain continues to be one of the largest year in and year out.
A stone's throw from New Orleans, The Buckeye basketball team made Monday nights team event a little easier to bowl by not making it into the Championship game....maybe next year.
With a casino across the street from the bowling arena and one down the street, odds are you were going to run into your local bowlers often. On the way down, of those that choose to drive, stopped off in one of the many casinos available in Mississippi and New Orleans. I guess we are all anxioiusly awaiting the opening of the Cleveland Horseshow Casino next month. Good food and southern hospitality were also among the topics of conversation overheard during the stay and now back home.
The Bowling Companies did a great job this year taking advantage of the new trend in bowling fashion with colorful jerseys everywhere, and many will be seen back home as I know I saw many of our association bowlers sporting bright new jerserys by 900 Global, Columbia, Storm, Track and Ebonite. The USBC booth was busy to with great shirts commemorating the championships.
New balls and new equipment are always available for the bowlers, I'd like to give a great big Shout Out to my new friends at 900 Global and 3G shoes, Home with a new pair of Tour Ultra's...Danny 'White Shoes' will be hitting the lanes sharper than ever. A most pleasant surprise is this writer also was lucky (not only in the casino's this trip) by being awarded a ball of the month by 900 Global. Thanks to Dave at the 900 Global Booth and to Dale at 900 Global. Great service to bowlers and great support and commitment to the sport! For bowlers going to Baton Rouge yet this year, check out the 900 Global, Eagle challenge, a great ball and great chance at additional prizes!
Also note, Frankie May and his gang at Visionary made trips out to the lanes to observe bowlers throwing their gear, we had two guys (Keith Biz and Dave B) on our pair that purchased new balls from them and I was impressed with this show of support.
The bowling was challenging, the experience great as usual. Reno and the National Bowling Stadium play host to next years tournament.
A stone's throw from New Orleans, The Buckeye basketball team made Monday nights team event a little easier to bowl by not making it into the Championship game....maybe next year.
With a casino across the street from the bowling arena and one down the street, odds are you were going to run into your local bowlers often. On the way down, of those that choose to drive, stopped off in one of the many casinos available in Mississippi and New Orleans. I guess we are all anxioiusly awaiting the opening of the Cleveland Horseshow Casino next month. Good food and southern hospitality were also among the topics of conversation overheard during the stay and now back home.
The Bowling Companies did a great job this year taking advantage of the new trend in bowling fashion with colorful jerseys everywhere, and many will be seen back home as I know I saw many of our association bowlers sporting bright new jerserys by 900 Global, Columbia, Storm, Track and Ebonite. The USBC booth was busy to with great shirts commemorating the championships.
New balls and new equipment are always available for the bowlers, I'd like to give a great big Shout Out to my new friends at 900 Global and 3G shoes, Home with a new pair of Tour Ultra's...Danny 'White Shoes' will be hitting the lanes sharper than ever. A most pleasant surprise is this writer also was lucky (not only in the casino's this trip) by being awarded a ball of the month by 900 Global. Thanks to Dave at the 900 Global Booth and to Dale at 900 Global. Great service to bowlers and great support and commitment to the sport! For bowlers going to Baton Rouge yet this year, check out the 900 Global, Eagle challenge, a great ball and great chance at additional prizes!
Also note, Frankie May and his gang at Visionary made trips out to the lanes to observe bowlers throwing their gear, we had two guys (Keith Biz and Dave B) on our pair that purchased new balls from them and I was impressed with this show of support.
The bowling was challenging, the experience great as usual. Reno and the National Bowling Stadium play host to next years tournament.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Season winding down...Many great performances abundant including Rachael Delserone shooting 300 at WLBA Championships!
For only the second time in WLBA City Championships tournament history; perfection on the lanes was recorded by Rachael Delserone this past weekend, firing a 300 en route to a nice 735 series. More tournament details will be coming upon completion of the tournament.
Brain Obbey and Ken Criss fired 300's this week in league play.
Denise Teehan bowling alongside Ken Criss paced the 300 performance with a fine 750 series herself!
With the unseasonable warm weather, many bowlers have already pulled out the clubs and taken their games to the links but first one of the largest contingents of bowlers from across the United States will arrive this weekend in Baton Rouge for the UABC National Championships Open Tournament. Year in and Year out the Lorain Bowling Association is represented and recognized with one of the largest groups of bowlers competing for a National Title. Good Luck to our local bowlers. Look for updates in the upcoming weeks for stories and details from Baton Rouge. You can be sure the Ohio State Buckeye basketball team playing just down the street in New Orleans will provide our bowlers some early bragging rights amongst all the bowlers competing from across the country there.
Brain Obbey and Ken Criss fired 300's this week in league play.
Denise Teehan bowling alongside Ken Criss paced the 300 performance with a fine 750 series herself!
With the unseasonable warm weather, many bowlers have already pulled out the clubs and taken their games to the links but first one of the largest contingents of bowlers from across the United States will arrive this weekend in Baton Rouge for the UABC National Championships Open Tournament. Year in and Year out the Lorain Bowling Association is represented and recognized with one of the largest groups of bowlers competing for a National Title. Good Luck to our local bowlers. Look for updates in the upcoming weeks for stories and details from Baton Rouge. You can be sure the Ohio State Buckeye basketball team playing just down the street in New Orleans will provide our bowlers some early bragging rights amongst all the bowlers competing from across the country there.
Friday, March 16, 2012
PBA Central Qualifiers and USBC Nationals on the Horizon
Coming off a tough tournament schedule including the LBA City, 700/800 and State Tournaments, LBA squads are gearing up for the USBC National Championships Tournament in Baton Rouge. Bowlers from The Lorain USBC Bowling Association are always well represented at the national tournament; fielding one of the Top Squads in the Country.
The PBA returns to Lorain on May 18 as Rebmans Rec plays host to the PBA Baldo Campana Central Region Open. Many PBA pros will be on hand taking aim at this coveted Regional title. Many local bowlers have fared well in past tournaments and local non-members of the PBA can qualify to roll against some of the world's finest at upcoming qualifying events including: March 29 at Brookgate Lanes for a spot in the April 29th Qualifier at Rebmans. Contact PBA member and local PBA affiliate and organizer Rick Zakrajsek for more info. Entry forms are out at all local centers as well.
This years Tournament will include a Senior PBA stop as well. And we have just learned that a number of Junior bowlers will be taking to the lanes the same weekend to qualify for the National Teen Masters.
On the local lanes; Roger Aschenbach recorded his first 700 shooting 733. Steve Marchand and Chuck Hood recently shot 300's, Billy Mannillo and Al Frazier Jr. garner honor scores for 800 series.
The PBA returns to Lorain on May 18 as Rebmans Rec plays host to the PBA Baldo Campana Central Region Open. Many PBA pros will be on hand taking aim at this coveted Regional title. Many local bowlers have fared well in past tournaments and local non-members of the PBA can qualify to roll against some of the world's finest at upcoming qualifying events including: March 29 at Brookgate Lanes for a spot in the April 29th Qualifier at Rebmans. Contact PBA member and local PBA affiliate and organizer Rick Zakrajsek for more info. Entry forms are out at all local centers as well.
This years Tournament will include a Senior PBA stop as well. And we have just learned that a number of Junior bowlers will be taking to the lanes the same weekend to qualify for the National Teen Masters.
On the local lanes; Roger Aschenbach recorded his first 700 shooting 733. Steve Marchand and Chuck Hood recently shot 300's, Billy Mannillo and Al Frazier Jr. garner honor scores for 800 series.
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
LBA Tourney's Completed, Bowlers set sights on State, National and PBA Events
Avon Lake's Nautical Lanes presented a good warm up for upcoming bowling tournaments including the Ohio USBC State Tournament in Toledo, USBC Nationals in Baton Rouge and the PBA Central Region Championships Tounament. The 2012 Lorain USBC 800, 700 and City Championships tournaments concluded this past weekend at Nautical Lanes. A challenging condition should be viewed as a good warm up for the upcoming tournament schedule. I'd like to recognize actual tournament winners in this writing; Joe Gummo in the 800, Rick Shawver in the 700 and Brad Saegert who walked away with Singles and All-Events titles in the City tournament. More tournament results will be posted once the scores are finalized.
From all the feedback we received; the 2012 LBA tournaments surpassed most bowlers expections; new automatic scoring, fun, well run tournaments will set the tone for upcoming LBA events and tournaments. Planning is already underway for next years events.
LBA members Rick Zakrajsek and Chris Loschetter competed in last weekends PBA Don Johnson Tournament in Columbus, congrats to both bowlers as Chris finished in the top 20 (16th) and Rick a respectable 52nd place finish out of over 100 bowlers. Losch moves on this week to compete in the US Championships in New Jersey. Rick will be busy organizing the PBA Baldo Campana Central Regional Tournament to be held May 18-20 at Rebmans. Qualifiers are currently scheduled for all local bowlers to take their shot in qualifying for the touranment, Look for entry forms at your local centers.
Some local highlights recently include: Bryan Saladin and Craig Phillips firing their first 700's.
Dennis Gabrie and Calvin Coleman were close to perfect- shooting 11 in a row.
And just in Rick Shawver shot 300 last night in 'The Classic' League. Good Shooting to all!
From all the feedback we received; the 2012 LBA tournaments surpassed most bowlers expections; new automatic scoring, fun, well run tournaments will set the tone for upcoming LBA events and tournaments. Planning is already underway for next years events.
LBA members Rick Zakrajsek and Chris Loschetter competed in last weekends PBA Don Johnson Tournament in Columbus, congrats to both bowlers as Chris finished in the top 20 (16th) and Rick a respectable 52nd place finish out of over 100 bowlers. Losch moves on this week to compete in the US Championships in New Jersey. Rick will be busy organizing the PBA Baldo Campana Central Regional Tournament to be held May 18-20 at Rebmans. Qualifiers are currently scheduled for all local bowlers to take their shot in qualifying for the touranment, Look for entry forms at your local centers.
Some local highlights recently include: Bryan Saladin and Craig Phillips firing their first 700's.
Dennis Gabrie and Calvin Coleman were close to perfect- shooting 11 in a row.
And just in Rick Shawver shot 300 last night in 'The Classic' League. Good Shooting to all!
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Rosewood Party Centers/LBA City Tournament, Inaugral Bowl and PBA Qualifier
The Lorain City Tournament begins this weekend at Nautical Lanes. Limited Team entries are still available. Singles and Doubles entries are still being accepted for the tournament which runs over the next two weekends. Please contact Rusty Groner or Lorain Bowling.com for more info, Entry forms are avaialable at all LBA bowling centers. See Adam 'for all your equipment needs' at Rebmans to drop off your entry, he's always there or find a LBA board member to get your spot by this Friday the 10th.
Celebrate one of Lorains' bowling leading men during the Dom Rebman Inagural Bowl slated for Saturday February 18th. Entry forms avaialable now for 6:30 and 9:30 squads.
April 29th you can qualify to bowl in the PBA Baldo Campana Central Region Championship. Qualifier entry forms are out now. This year will include a PBA Seniors squad.
PBA Central Regional Open dates are May 18-20 this year.
Celebrate one of Lorains' bowling leading men during the Dom Rebman Inagural Bowl slated for Saturday February 18th. Entry forms avaialable now for 6:30 and 9:30 squads.
April 29th you can qualify to bowl in the PBA Baldo Campana Central Region Championship. Qualifier entry forms are out now. This year will include a PBA Seniors squad.
PBA Central Regional Open dates are May 18-20 this year.
Tuesday, January 31, 2012
Rick Shawver 700 Tournament Scratch Champion, Rich Schefft takes Handicap title
Rick Shawver posted a tournament high 299 en route to an 823 series to take top honors in this years LBA -Bowled Solutions 700 Tournament. Rich Schefft found the mark to capture the handicap 700 title.
165 bowlers particiapted in this years tournament featuring many of the top bowlers in the LBA. Nautical Lanes played host to the tournament and bowlers were greeted with the new state of the art Brunswick automatic scoring system and 40" high def monitors. Lorain's own 'Brooke Bowling' was on hand greeting bowlers Saturday nite selling 50/50 chances, Nautical Lanes partnered with our friends from Miller Lite/Coors so plenty of specials and prizes also were part of the festivities. The 700 Tourny committee headed by Don Sagert provided post bowling pizza and pop and plenty of door prizes and surprises made this 700 tournament memorable for all the bowlers and fans on hand.
Other tourny highlights included Billy Mannillo firing a high game leading 280; only to be surpassed by Rick's 299 the last game of his set.
The class of 2012 LBA Hall of Famers were announced in a pre-warm up announcement ceremony, with Dempsey Miller greeted and presented his recogntion letter by his son Sean, Hall member Al Frazier Jr. presented his brother Mark with the news and Pete Shullick was welcomed by his father Al. Ed Hromada rounds out this years class.
Thanks go out to all the bowlers and fans for their support of the 50/50 raffle, all proceeds will support Lorain Youth bowling through the LBA Scholarship fund.
Bowled Solutions presented their sponsor award to Rick after the session as tourny champion and Griips glove supporter.
Focus now turns to the LBA City Tournament coming up in two weeks. Get your entries in now!
Good bowling and check back in the next day or so for last weeks highlights from around the LBA
165 bowlers particiapted in this years tournament featuring many of the top bowlers in the LBA. Nautical Lanes played host to the tournament and bowlers were greeted with the new state of the art Brunswick automatic scoring system and 40" high def monitors. Lorain's own 'Brooke Bowling' was on hand greeting bowlers Saturday nite selling 50/50 chances, Nautical Lanes partnered with our friends from Miller Lite/Coors so plenty of specials and prizes also were part of the festivities. The 700 Tourny committee headed by Don Sagert provided post bowling pizza and pop and plenty of door prizes and surprises made this 700 tournament memorable for all the bowlers and fans on hand.
Other tourny highlights included Billy Mannillo firing a high game leading 280; only to be surpassed by Rick's 299 the last game of his set.
The class of 2012 LBA Hall of Famers were announced in a pre-warm up announcement ceremony, with Dempsey Miller greeted and presented his recogntion letter by his son Sean, Hall member Al Frazier Jr. presented his brother Mark with the news and Pete Shullick was welcomed by his father Al. Ed Hromada rounds out this years class.
Thanks go out to all the bowlers and fans for their support of the 50/50 raffle, all proceeds will support Lorain Youth bowling through the LBA Scholarship fund.
Bowled Solutions presented their sponsor award to Rick after the session as tourny champion and Griips glove supporter.
Focus now turns to the LBA City Tournament coming up in two weeks. Get your entries in now!
Good bowling and check back in the next day or so for last weeks highlights from around the LBA
Monday, January 23, 2012
Bowled Solutions 700 Tournament This Weekend and weekly highlights
Expect a full squad of over 100 bowlers Saturday Night for the Bowled Solutions LBA 700 Tournament. Openings are still available for Sunday's afternoon squad.
This years tournament features scratch and handicap brackets, a doubles option, Jackpot and everybowler is entered to win a new HD Television. Lots of prizes will be given away throughout the tournament.
Get to the tournament early and plan to stay late as a Strike Jackpot will be held at the conslusion of each squad both Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. Each squad will be guarateed at least 2 jackpot winners and maybe more depending on number of entries sold. They will be $1 each or 6 for $5. We'll keep drawing names till we have jackpot strikes.
Bowlers in each session will be able to enjoy a little hospitality in the lounge area -compliments of your 700 committee after the session and during the strike jackpot rounds.
Dick Bowser shot 300 last week and Jerry McKllip went spare 11 in a row for a nice 290.
Dick Bowser with his 300 stayed clean thoughout the 3 game set as did Rob Weigand and Gary Chopcinski rolling clean series last week.
Just in: Doug Skladan left 2-sour apples in one game last Monday Nite, put some fingers in that ball Doug!
Good Bowling to all, and we'll see you at Nautical Lanes this weekend for the 700!
This years tournament features scratch and handicap brackets, a doubles option, Jackpot and everybowler is entered to win a new HD Television. Lots of prizes will be given away throughout the tournament.
Get to the tournament early and plan to stay late as a Strike Jackpot will be held at the conslusion of each squad both Saturday night and Sunday afternoon. Each squad will be guarateed at least 2 jackpot winners and maybe more depending on number of entries sold. They will be $1 each or 6 for $5. We'll keep drawing names till we have jackpot strikes.
Bowlers in each session will be able to enjoy a little hospitality in the lounge area -compliments of your 700 committee after the session and during the strike jackpot rounds.
Dick Bowser shot 300 last week and Jerry McKllip went spare 11 in a row for a nice 290.
Dick Bowser with his 300 stayed clean thoughout the 3 game set as did Rob Weigand and Gary Chopcinski rolling clean series last week.
Just in: Doug Skladan left 2-sour apples in one game last Monday Nite, put some fingers in that ball Doug!
Good Bowling to all, and we'll see you at Nautical Lanes this weekend for the 700!
Sunday, January 15, 2012
Joe Gummo Crowned LBA 800 Tournament Champion
Joe Gummo out paced 25 of the LBA's Top Shots capturing the 2012 Lorain USBC Bowling Association 800 Tournament held today at Nautical Lanes. Shooting 246, 257 and 244 over three pairs en route to his series high 747, Joe mastered tough conditions laid out for the title.
Al Frazier Jr. place 2nd with a 699, followed by Rick Parschen's 687 for third and the Sagert 'boys' Don and Duane rounded out the top 5 shooting 666 and 656 respectively.
Many of our friends and followers also were updated frequently throughout the afternoon as Lorain Bowling posted continuous updates on facebook, be sure to become of friend of Lorain bowling for more news and information.
Nautical Lanes was buzzing with a nice crowd on hand and pre-700 Tournament hype coupled with the Journals' feature story on Nautical Lanes and the Spevock brothers in today's paper. Just 2 weeks till the 700 tourney; so if you're not in yet...the tournament is close to being full, get your entries in soon.
The City Tournament is slated for the 2nd and 3rd weekends in February, entry forms are available at all local centers, so get your teams and entries together.
good bowling to all-
dan
Al Frazier Jr. place 2nd with a 699, followed by Rick Parschen's 687 for third and the Sagert 'boys' Don and Duane rounded out the top 5 shooting 666 and 656 respectively.
Many of our friends and followers also were updated frequently throughout the afternoon as Lorain Bowling posted continuous updates on facebook, be sure to become of friend of Lorain bowling for more news and information.
Nautical Lanes was buzzing with a nice crowd on hand and pre-700 Tournament hype coupled with the Journals' feature story on Nautical Lanes and the Spevock brothers in today's paper. Just 2 weeks till the 700 tourney; so if you're not in yet...the tournament is close to being full, get your entries in soon.
The City Tournament is slated for the 2nd and 3rd weekends in February, entry forms are available at all local centers, so get your teams and entries together.
good bowling to all-
dan
Saturday, January 14, 2012
Lorain USBC Bowling Association and LWBA Team up to set New Mark in support of BVL
BVL provides recreational and therapeutic programs and services to brighten the days of America's active duty and veteran service men and women
Lorain Bowlers rose to the challenge this year by dontating $2,635 to the BVL fund establishing a new contribution record in support of local veterans recreational services and products. Once again this year the LBA and LWBA teamed up to raise money for this most worthy cause. A special thanks from LBA committee chairman Don Sagert goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Ron Bowman for their special effort. Over the past decade under the direction of immediate past committee chair Bill Bremke and company; local bowlers have donated over $20,000 in support of BVL.
The BVL is one of the USBC's supported charitable assocations and the LBA/LWBA is proud of our members and member bowling centers for your continued support. Bowlers from all 5 certified centers; Rebmans Rec, Park Lanes, Nautical Lanes, Slovak Lanes and Lake Erie Lanes all participated in support of this record setting performance!
Your LBA actively supports worthy causes and we could not do it without the support of our local bowlers. Thank you!
Monday, January 9, 2012
800 Tournament This Sunday! Highlights from last week...
The 16th Annual Lorain USBC Bowling Association 800 tournament will be held this Sunday January 15th at 3:00. Nautical Lanes in Avon Lake is the Lorain USBC BA host center for this years tournament schedule. The Top Guns of bowling in the LBA will square off vying for the 800 Tournament Championship. Entry forms are available at all LBA bowling centers so get them in fast...time is running out.
Wayne Westerfeild stayed clean for a nice 693 series, Tom Hale shot 644 clean and John Gilleland had a 630 clean series reported. Glen Browning had 244/225 and Chet Kelling 237/231 clean multiple games reported last week.
Having hot nights last week were: Wayne Dixon +163, Bob Hiser 159, Marcello Torres 156, Bob Hollins 148, Jack Hall 147, Dave Ivey 140, Tim Upton 133, Dennis Wadsworth 122, Glen Browning 122, Scott Roule 121, Mike Callahan 116 and Tom Saltis 110 over average.
These ladies also showed up to bowl last week led by Mellissa Dvorscak's 127 over, Bev McCray 119, Shannon Lippert 101, Bonnie Zampieri 100, Mandy Gummo +99, Joyce St. Aubin 99 and Mary Lou Urban 90 pins over average. Nice Shooting to all!
Rick Zakrajsek hosted the MOTIV test drive ball demo this past weekend at Rebmans. Joined by fellow PBA member and Motiv staffer Brent Spangler and Lorains' own 'equipment guru' Adam Mishak- over 30 bowlers got the chance to test out and roll Motiv Bowling's recent releases. Best of luck at the reginal and tour events to both Rick and Brent! Thanks to Motiv Bowling for their support of bowling in Lorain!
Wayne Westerfeild stayed clean for a nice 693 series, Tom Hale shot 644 clean and John Gilleland had a 630 clean series reported. Glen Browning had 244/225 and Chet Kelling 237/231 clean multiple games reported last week.
Having hot nights last week were: Wayne Dixon +163, Bob Hiser 159, Marcello Torres 156, Bob Hollins 148, Jack Hall 147, Dave Ivey 140, Tim Upton 133, Dennis Wadsworth 122, Glen Browning 122, Scott Roule 121, Mike Callahan 116 and Tom Saltis 110 over average.
These ladies also showed up to bowl last week led by Mellissa Dvorscak's 127 over, Bev McCray 119, Shannon Lippert 101, Bonnie Zampieri 100, Mandy Gummo +99, Joyce St. Aubin 99 and Mary Lou Urban 90 pins over average. Nice Shooting to all!
Rick Zakrajsek hosted the MOTIV test drive ball demo this past weekend at Rebmans. Joined by fellow PBA member and Motiv staffer Brent Spangler and Lorains' own 'equipment guru' Adam Mishak- over 30 bowlers got the chance to test out and roll Motiv Bowling's recent releases. Best of luck at the reginal and tour events to both Rick and Brent! Thanks to Motiv Bowling for their support of bowling in Lorain!
Monday, January 2, 2012
Henson fires 1st 300! Tournament Updates and more!
Tyler Henson rolled his first 300 at Lake Erie Lanes last week en route to a nice 789 series!
Other league high scores from Delmonico's: William 'Billy Hoe' Mannillo 733, Shinsky Builders; Dempsey Miller 716, Brian Hensley goes 710 (clean) in Consolidated C, Richard Danevich a nice 704 in Senior Friendship, Josh Robles 704 in Slovak Robles Properties, and Mike Salkiewicz 699 in Z-Graphics including a nice 299 game.
Tournament Round Up: Lake Erie Lanes hosted the Holiday No Tap and congrats to Bruce Martin for taking top honors, Bob Richardson was runner up and Floyd Work finished 3rd.
Rebmans New Years Eve Tournament drew a nice crowd this past weekend, results will be forthcoming.
Baldo's Bash continues to be a big hit to 'Roll into the New Year' Tourney host Baldo Campana was on hand greeting bowlers in celebration of his 87th Birtday! Lot's of great prizes in this one, check back with bowling update for results.
Entries came out this week for The Dom Rebman Innagural Bowl slated for February! Another great tournament honoring one of Lorains Bowling Legends.
Also in February B's Car Stereo Scotch Doubles tourney, see Joe Dominguez for more details.
The Top Guns of the Lorain USBC will get toghether to fight it out for the 800 Tournament Championship on January 15th. Featuring the areas top bowlers this tourament is a must see for bowling enthusiasts, so stop out to Nautical lanes to support your LBA and get your entry in soon if you've shot an 800.
The Bowled Solutions Lorain USBC BA 700 tournament is filling up fast. Lots of fun and a large field of bowlers are sure to make this years tournament memorable, challenging and rewarding. Plus a chance for each entrant to win a TV, bowling ball or other great prizes. Entertainment Saturday night after the tournament and a bowlers hospitality area after each squad guarantee the best value for your tournament entry.
City Tournament entries are out at all LBA bowling centers for the February championships. Get your teams together now!
Check back this week for more bowling news from around the LBA!
Other league high scores from Delmonico's: William 'Billy Hoe' Mannillo 733, Shinsky Builders; Dempsey Miller 716, Brian Hensley goes 710 (clean) in Consolidated C, Richard Danevich a nice 704 in Senior Friendship, Josh Robles 704 in Slovak Robles Properties, and Mike Salkiewicz 699 in Z-Graphics including a nice 299 game.
Tournament Round Up: Lake Erie Lanes hosted the Holiday No Tap and congrats to Bruce Martin for taking top honors, Bob Richardson was runner up and Floyd Work finished 3rd.
Rebmans New Years Eve Tournament drew a nice crowd this past weekend, results will be forthcoming.
Baldo's Bash continues to be a big hit to 'Roll into the New Year' Tourney host Baldo Campana was on hand greeting bowlers in celebration of his 87th Birtday! Lot's of great prizes in this one, check back with bowling update for results.
Entries came out this week for The Dom Rebman Innagural Bowl slated for February! Another great tournament honoring one of Lorains Bowling Legends.
Also in February B's Car Stereo Scotch Doubles tourney, see Joe Dominguez for more details.
The Top Guns of the Lorain USBC will get toghether to fight it out for the 800 Tournament Championship on January 15th. Featuring the areas top bowlers this tourament is a must see for bowling enthusiasts, so stop out to Nautical lanes to support your LBA and get your entry in soon if you've shot an 800.
The Bowled Solutions Lorain USBC BA 700 tournament is filling up fast. Lots of fun and a large field of bowlers are sure to make this years tournament memorable, challenging and rewarding. Plus a chance for each entrant to win a TV, bowling ball or other great prizes. Entertainment Saturday night after the tournament and a bowlers hospitality area after each squad guarantee the best value for your tournament entry.
City Tournament entries are out at all LBA bowling centers for the February championships. Get your teams together now!
Check back this week for more bowling news from around the LBA!
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