Dec 20, 2012

Word has it that Derrick Hufford has once again placed 1^st in the Westville Sweeper tournament.

       Lincoln Lanes had a Bowler’s Choice tourney this past weekend with 5th place going to Byron Miller, 4th to Bob White, 3rd Joe Chowning, 2nd to Doug Wagner and 1st place to Steve Skimehorn.

       Looking for something to do on New Year’s Eve? There is a No Tap tourney scheduled for that day at 8:30pm at Bulans. Cost is only $40 a couple.  

      Joe (Ten Pin) Davis had the top score for with a 298, 103 pins over his average, for the Monday Nite No Tap League at Lincoln Lanes. Joe, have to ask, was one of those 2 pins left, the 10? Other high scores were a 288 for Robbie Ketcherside, which help him to achieve a 799 series. Cal Richards had a 278 series, which included a 278 game. Jimmy Scruggs also topped out with a 675 series. They had the following bowlers top 50 or more pins over average: John Nixon 234 (164), Pam Jones (164), Brock Dieu 230 (177), and James Fair 186 (106). Nancy Goodner picked up the 5-10.

     Nick Grubb is in the news again, with a high game of 280, and a series of 696. Robin Turner rolled a 254 (187), while Kathy Seymore had a 222 (168)

        The Tuesday MS Nail Salon Bowling League is reporting that Judy Mentzer bowled 2 (200 games) 227 and 202 for a 565 Series and earned an award for having a game 75 pins above her average. Donna Rayhel bowled a 216 for a 515 series, and  Ilse Durbin earned an award for a 400 series. Also receiving awards were Barb Dinsmore and Tammy Hathaway.

     The Tuesday Nite Go Getter’s Russ Puzey rolled a 205, 71 pins over average, while both Joe Davis and Joe Blagg converted the 3-10.

       The Senior League had only a few higher games this week. Joe Blagg had a 223 game, 50 pins over his game average and a 627 series, which was 108 pins over series total. Aaron Williams, 166 game, 50 pins over his game average, and a 491 series which was 143 pins over series total. Split conversions were John Gebhart with the 5-10, Laura Baird, the 3-7, and Ed Reed with the 6-7-8-10.

       The Early Friday Evening League at Sycamore Lanes in Covington had Renee' Albea picking up the 2-4-10 split, while Ernie Coutu bowled a 203-152 average for 51 over.  Kenny Storckman rolled 59 pins over his average for a 204.
       The Friday Nite Mixed League at Lincoln lanes had some great scores again. Check them out!!  David Henderson 258,  Jarvis Brown 256, and a 675 series. Terrence Cloyd 266, and a 722 series.  Jerrad Reed 289 and 255, and a 755 series. Evan Davis rolled a 269, Josh Maynor topped out at 255, Bill Phillips had a 267. Nicole Brown had a625 series which included a 266 game.

      We’re not quite done yet. More bowlers 50 or more pins over their averages: Jon Cox 245 (159), Teddy Carter 239 (186), Bud Taylor 246 (196), Autumn Michael 135 (77), Josh Troxel 247 (195), Jerrad Reed 289 (208), Evan Davis 269 (193), Josh Maynor 255 (180), Carl Robertson 207 (154) and a 215 (154) and Bill Phillips 267 (182).

      Thanks again to the folks who report the scores. Your help is greatly appreciated.

     Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com. Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Thursday Dec 14th, 2012

       Had a great turn out for the Doubles Tournament Sunday at Lincoln Lanes. Congratulations to the following: 1st place - Larry (Bubba) Cash and Ron Phelps / 2nd place - Nicole Brown and Chad Hoshauer / 3rd place - Larry Richards Sr. and Paul Woodworth / 4th place - Jolene Krout and Roger Gant / 5th place Terry Bell and Harry Powell. 

     The Monday Morning Tuesday Morning Ladies League had Laura Baird picking up the 5-6-10 to start of the week.

      The Monday Nite No Tap League at Lincoln Lanes had the following bowlers top 50 or more pins over average: Sue Strong 250 (188), Joanie Hedlund 213 (153), Mallory Buss 197 (128) and Matt Myers 193 (127). Both Terry Jones and Essie Syass converted the 5-10, while Pat Evans used the other side of the lane to knock out the 5-7.

        The Monday Night Mixed League at Bulans is telling us the following persons rolled 50 or more pins over average: Sandi Burke 258 (171), Greg Miller 219 (168), and Mathew Pate 224 (169).

      The TLC League at Bulans on Tuesday nite has Don Coan rolling a 263, Jerry Kinney shooting a 221 and a 267 which helped get him a 656 series with a 180 average. Sarah Spencer garnered a 213, exactly 50 pins over average, and let’s not forget Charlie Forshier, who had a 655 series with a 178 average, which also included a 228 game.

     The Tuesday MS Nail Salon Bowling League is reporting that in recent weeks Cheryl Callison bowled 201 / 485 series, Sharon Craft bowled a 215, Brenda Lomax bowled a 201 / 575 series, while Sue Strong bowled a 203 / 571 series

       The Tuesday Nite Go Getter’s Lisa Moudy topped out at 200, 56 pins over her 144 average. Paula Beatty picked up the 3-10, while Kevin Powell and Joe Elliott both knocked out the 5-10. Melissa Castle demonstrated how we should pick up the 5-7, and her husband Jon Castle picked up the 2-5-7. Irvin Summers snagged the elusive 4-7-9.

       The Senior League had only a few higher games this week. Terry Bell rolled a 611 series which included a 235 game. Stan Harvey rolled a 600 series, including a 225 game. Split conversions for the week were Terry Koebrich and Bob Coburn, who both picked up the 5-10. Michelle Williams converted the 5-6, while Greg Miller showed everyone how to pick up the 4-6.

      The Early Friday Evening League at Sycamore Lanes in Covington had Katrina Edwards rolling a 199-252 and 192 games for a 643 series. She has a 180 average, and the high game was 72 pins over. Other bowlers 50 or more over includes Darrell Edwards 265 (177), Doug Blankenbeckler 225 (171), Benji Brink 209 (146), and Bill Shoaf with a 227 (170).  Karen Blankenbeckler picked up the 7-9, Judy Gebhart, the 4-7-10, and Renee Albea converted the 4-7-9-10.

      The Friday Nite Mixed League at Lincoln lanes had some great scores as well the past couple of weeks. Seven  men rolled over 250. They were: Jarvis Brown had a 257, 52 pins over, Tyler West, 97 over, Bryan Lawson 268 (197), Rob Pendleton 255 (190), Terence Cloyd 258, Jarvis Brown 285,  and Rich McFarland 278. Two women had great scores the last 2 weeks. Brandi Welsch rolled a 238, while Nicole Brown shot 235, 247, and a 278. The following guys rolled 675 or over: Terrence Cloyd, 678 and a 701, David Henderson 687, Tyler West 698, Jarvis Brown 730 and Wayne Brown, Sr. 682.  Two gals were over 625, and that was Nicole Brown with a 729, and Dakota Pollock with a 659, 176 pins over her series average. Other bowlers 50 or more pins over include: Karen Rice 186 (134), Tyler West 245 (160), Brandi Welsch 238 (186), Larry Richards, Sr. 221 (163), Teresa Cloyd 201 (150), Jarvis Brown 257 (205), Bud Taylor 244 (194), Doc Finch 247 (189), Ed Stone 237 (182), Wayne Brown, Sr. 245 (191), Delbert Lowe 198 (148), and Rich McFarland 278 (215).

     Thanks again to the folks who report the scores. Your help is greatly appreciated.

     Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com. Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Thursday, Dec 6, 2012

Can you believe it is actually winter? I for one am very glad we have been having the temperatures we have been experiencing. However, we are presuming the weather is about to take a turn for the worst. One way to keep warm during the cold winter months is to join a league. Believe it or not, there might be some openings on some of the leagues, can’t promise, but it never hurts to ask. No leagues open to new bowlers, well, most centers have open bowling where you can go and better your game.

      Looks as if the Monday Nite Church No Tappers were on the mark again, with Robbie Ketcherside leading the way. Robbie Ketcherside rolled  78 pins over his 208 average to achieve a 286 game, and a 788 series. Jimmy Scruggs bowled a 683 series, which included a 266 game. Other No-Tappers achieving 50 or more ins over average were Finas Glenn with a 241 (189), John Nixon 250 (161), U. Pete Williams 264 (178), Richard Morgan 219 (147, Courtney Nord 156 (94), and Louise Cunningham 190 (129). Sharon Craft picked up the 3-7-10 split.

    Also on Monday nite, but across town to the west at Bulan’s, Cindy Esworthy rolled 51 pins over her average for a 206 (155), and Judy Foley shot a 159 (109) in the Mixed League.

    Also at Bulan’s, the Tuesday Nite TLC League Jerry Kinney rolled a 239 (172), and Janis Thompson a 223 (157). Both of these scores were 50 or more pins over average.

    The Tuesday Nite Go-Getter’s Dot McDaniel rolled a 435, 126 pins over her series average. Jodie Wade was 66 pins over her 122 average with a 188, and Joe Blagg topped out 50 pins over his average with a 218. Bub Tiffin knocked out the 3-10, Mac McDaniel and Ella Miller blew aprt the 4-5-7. Tony Dompe lassoed the 3-6-7, while Fred Fultz, picked up the 5-10.

      Allen Taylor has been on a hot streak lately and this past Thursday afternoon was no exception in the Senior League. He rolled 75 pins over his average for a game of 224, and a 550 series, which was 103 pins over his series average. Gerald Arnett rolled 52 pins over average for a 199 game. Dorothy Hesler converted the 4-7-9 split, and Taylor picked up the 4-7-10.

     Quite a few scores from the early Friday nite League at Sycamore Lanes in Covington. Among them are Cliff Albea with scores of 212, 231, and 277 for a 720 series. The 277 was 79 pins over his 198 average. Others 50 or more pins over were Doug Blankenbeckler  231 (171), Karolyn Blankenbeckler 221 (153), Ron Cates 238 (187), Ernie Coutu 211 (152), Mike Dunavan 246 (186), Darrell Edwards 227 (174), and Kenny Storckman 190 (139), Tommy Bee picked up the 3-7, Laurie Dunavan showed us how to pick up the 5-7, and Rose Schaeffhold knocked out the 2-6-8-10.

     Thanks again to the folks who report the scores. Your help is greatly appreciated.

        Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com. Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Bowling - Thursday Nov 29th, 2012

Let’s start off with the Monday Nite Church No-Tap League at Lincoln Lanes. Terry Jones rolled a 682 series which included a 268, 71 pins over his 197 average. Finas Glenn was able to pick up the 5-7, while Miles Clark and Larry Craft, both converted the 5-10.These No-Tap bowlers rolled 50 or more pins over average: Scott Cunningham 242 (188), Mike Jett 274 (176), Albert Syass 244 (163) and Ella Ellis 222 (155).

        We have received reports from the Tuesday nite Mutual League in the annex at Lincoln Lanes, that it has featured a couple of great series the past couple of weeks. Kevin O’Brien rolled a 795 series, but  Steve Skimehorn was not far behind with a 782 series with games of 279, 258, and a 245.

      Heading to the front part of the Lincoln Center had the Tuesday Nite Go-Getters, with Chris Brookins, Harlie Huckleby, and Tracey Smith all picking up the 3-10 split. Huckleby also knocked out the 5-7, and the 3-5-10 split. Bub Tiffin was able to shoot out the 5-10, and Sue Strong made picking up the 5-7 look easy. Tuck Miller shot a 564 series, which was 138 pins over his normal, while shooting a 213 game, 71 pins over his norm.

     In the Monday Nite League at Bulans, Robin Turner rolled a 631, which included a high game of 256, 68 pins over her average. Others, 50 or more pins over: Karen Luse 180 (123), and Brent Honn 219 (149).

       The Monday Morning Tuesday Ladies League in Westville tells us that Jo-Ann Brooks picked up the 2-7-8.

       Back to Tuesday nites out at Bulans, the TLC League has Ed Barteck rolling a 246, and a 660 series. Kristin Duke topped out with a 210, with a 155 average. Don Coan shot a 258, while Stephen Forshier rolled a 631 series.

       The Thursday afternoon Senior League is telling us that Houston Key was 64 pins over his average with a 224 game. Allen Taylor shot 113 pins over his series average for a 554 series.  This is another time the USBC no longer recognizes this achievement, but this column will. Stan Harvey, bowled a 203 not once, not twice, but 3 times, for a 609 series. Please remember long time Danville bowler Ruth Campbell in your thoughts and prayers. A few weeks back she had fallen and broke her hip, and she has been in and out of the hospital and nursing home since.

      In the Early Friday Evening League over at Sycamore Lanes, Darrell Edwards rolled a 212, 247, and 207 for a 666 series, 153 pins over his series average, and he was also 76 pins over his average for the 247 game. Kenny Storckman shot 52 pins over average for a 186.

      Finally, we have some scores from the Friday Nite League starting off with Zech Connelly rolling a 255, and Jarvis Brown shooting a 253. Wayne Brown Sr. shot a 688 series. Megan Connelly bowled a high game of 259, while Nicole Brown topped out with a 236.  The following bowlers had 50 or more pins over average: Randy McMasters 217 (161), Matt Moudy 209 (157), Dorothy McFarland 223 (171),

Doc Finch 237 (186), Jon Cox 223 (157), Dave Beckett 198 (136), and Teresa Cloyd 203 (150).

     An Alert for all USBC bowlers, most of you should either have or should be getting your USBC card. In the instructions it says to activate your card.  You do NOT have to actually activate it, only if you want to obtain some of the optional benefits such as coaching, and maybe merchandise at a discounted price.

        Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com. Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Davis, Snook win Bulan's No Tap Tourney

        Mark your calendars for Saturday Dec 15^th, as the next Couple’s No Tap tourney will be held at Bulans at 7:30 pm for only $30 per couple. At their last tourney held this past Saturday, Nick Grubb and Dannielle West placed again, but this time it was 3^rd. Jeremy Wright and Josie Wright placed 2^nd, while Evan Davis and Heather Snook finished in 1^st place.

     It has come to our attention that Danville bowler Derrick Hufford is still tearing up the lanes, but this time it occurred at the Westville Legion in the Low Game Out Sweeper. I this tourney, you bowled 4 games, and you threw out your lowest game. Hufford finished in 1^st place.

     Looks as if Kevin Andrews and Kim Cotten were the high bowlers for the week, in The Bulan’s Monday Nite Mixed League.  Andrews rolled a 264 game, 71 pins over a 193 average. Cotton shot 78 pins over her 179 average for a 267, and a 644 series.

     Jimmy Scruggs once again leads the Monday Nite Church No Tap League with a 278 game, 85 pins over a 193 average. Robbie Ketcherside rolled a 689 series. Mike Lewis was 89 pins over his 155 average, for a 244 game. Essie Syass had 60 pins over average for a 207. Debra Coleman shot a 166, 64 pins over her 102 average, while Louise Cunningham locked in 50 over her 129 average with a 179. Larry Craft and Karen Hoskins both picked up the 5-7, Steve Newell slapped the 4-9 apart, while Nancy Goodner ripped apart the 5-9-10.

     The Tuesday Nite Go Getters’s Maggie Birge rolled 89 pins over her 144 average for a final total f 233. Melissa Castle worked hard for her 215, 88 pins over, while 163 average bowler, Tracy Smith, rolled a 219, 56 pins over average. Dick Lamb blew apart the 5-8-10 split.

    The Lincoln Lane’s Senior League had Mac McDaniel rolling a 201, 54 pins over  his 147 average, and he was 109 pins over his series average. Gerald Arnett picked up the 3-4 split.

     Travis Edwards, a 199 average bowler from the Early Friday Evening League at Covington’s Sycamore Lanes rolled a 222, a 253 and a 279 for a 754 series. It was reported that he had 8 strikes in a row. Then in the 9^th he had a 9 spare, and then struck out in the 10^th. That 279 was 80 pins over his average. Missy Stockman was 60 ins over her average of 126, for a game total of 186.

     As usual, some great scores for the Friday Nite League, also from Covington’s Sycamore Lanes. 4 of their men bowlers rolled games over 250. Marvin Brown had a 289, 109 pins over his 180 average. Scott Reinken once again si top in the league with a 269 game. Billy Morgan, a 205 average bowler, rolled 51 pins over for his 256 game, and Jarvis Brown rolled a 253 game.

2 women got top scores this week with Brandi Welsch getting a 234, and Dorothy McFarland. McFarland’s 225 was 56 pins over her 169 average, while Welsch topped her 184 average by 50 pins. Other bowlers getting 50 or more pins over were John Cox 204-153-51; Eric Crockett 234-154-60; Zech Connelly 246-195-51; Larry Richards Sr. 212-160-52; Lonnie Tapscott 221-163-58 and 226-163-63; Brian Thomas 175-125-50; Doc Finch 235-183-52, and Marvin Brandon 289-180-109.

   Closing out for this week, we leave you with a short Bowler’s Thanksgiving Prayer:

           "Dear Lord, I have but one request, and I shall not ask for more,

That before I'm laid to rest, I might bowl a perfect score".

        From my house to yours, may you have a Happy Thanksgiving and a very a very FULLfilling day.

        Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com. Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Bowling column for Nov 15, 2012

We have yet another tournament coming up this weekend.  A Couple’s No-Tap tourney is being held at Bulans Bowl on Saturday Nite at 7:30. The cost is $30 a couple. Just a reminder, at Fast Lanes, on Nov 21, there will be a 7-8-9 No Tap tourney, and you will be able to throw out one game. It is Singles, and there will be both men and ladies divisions. There will be a live band starting at 8:30.

     Hey, got a question to ask you. Are you a bowler who likes to clean your bowling ball down at the center during competition?  Did you know the cleaner’s odor is not only offensive to some, but harmful as well. Maybe we can be courteous to our fellow bowlers, and clean the ball away from the bowling area. That way, we can help someone breathe a bit easier.

        All right, I know you want this week’s results, so let’s get to them.  The Monday Nite Church No-Tappers had this report: Jimmy Scruggs not only had a 739 series, bt a 300 game as well. Terry Jone rolled a 279 game, on his way to a 699 series.  Other bowlers with games 50 or more pins over their averages included Scott Cunningham 244-187-57; Albert Syass 233-157-76; U Pete Williams 240-169-71; Karen Hoskins 231-179-52; Karen Lane 176-112-64 and Lynnse Gondzur 186-135-51.

     The Monday Nite League at Bulans had the following  split conversions this week:  Sandi Burke demonstrated the easy way of picking up the 4-10, Cindy Davenport, the 6-7-10, and Kevin Bennett smashed the 3-7-10.

       Can you believe I actually forgot the Tuesday Nite Go-Getters last week. Yep, so we have a double report this week. On Oct 30^th, Greg Miller rolled a 244, 78 pins over his 166 average. Joe Blagg shot a 218, 53 pins over his, and 141 average bowler Maggie Birge shot 50 pins over to garner a 191. Looking at split conversions, looks as if the 5-10 was rather easy for the Always Late team, as Bub, Charlie, and Dot Tiffin, Maggie Birge and Houston Key all converted it, as well as Sherry Castongue. Jon Castle had picked up the 3-10, 5-7,  as well as the 2-7-8. Birge also picked up the 4-9. Also picking up the 3-10 were Sue Strong, and Dot McDaniel, not once, but twice. Harl Miller lassoed the 5-8-10, while Greg Miller demonstrated how we should pick up the 5-6.

      In the TLC League at Bulans on Tuesday evenings, Jerry Sims shot a 278, with a 712 series, while Kristen Duke rolled 56 pins over her 154 average for a 210 game.

     Looked as if some of the Senior bowlers were warming up for last weekend’s tourney. Jim Thomas was 53 pins over average with a 213, John Ramsey threw a 236, 53 pins over, Phil Stultz, 57 pins over for a  199, Houston Key tapped out a 225, 67 pins over, while a newcomer this year to the league, Michelle Williams threw 67 pins over her game average for a 177 game. Speaking of the Senior Tourney, we should have the results soon, and we will let you know if any of our local group placed. Judy Gebhart did knock out the 4-5-7.

         Covington’s Early Friday evening league had some great results from 4 bowlers. Art Wagoner shot a 257, 60 pins over his 197 average, which helped to achieve a 646 series. Paul Priebe rolled 50 pins over his 137 average for a 187. Mike Dunavan, a 183 average bowler, rolled 52 pins over to garner a 235, and a 672 series, while Beth Barnes shot 51 pins over her 139 average for a 190 game.

      The Friday nite Mixed League once again had some great scores.  Jerrad Reed rolled an exciting 290 game, 11 strikes in a row, and also rolled a 255, for a 756 series. Rich McFarland had a 259 game, and Terrence Cloyd had a 256 game included in his 686 series. Scott Reinken had a 725 series including a 254 game, while Danny Lazzell rolled a 260 game. Nicole Brown and Brandi Welsch both had a 236 game. Brown had a 641 series. The following bowlers rolled 50 or more pins over their averages: Mike Camarata 202-143-59; Joe Rich 227-169-58; Jon Cox 205-150-55; Eric Crockett 232-173-59; Wayne Brown Sr. 245-186-59; Ryan Smith 213-159-54; Shawn Tietz 236-174-62; and Teddy Cater 244-185-59.

      We will check in with you again next Thursday morning, Thanksgiving Day.   

      Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com. Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Bowling column for Nov 8, 2012

We have 3 tournaments this coming weekend. First off, a Couple’s No-Tap tourney is being held at Bulans Bowl on Saturday Nite at 7:30. The cost is $30 a couple. A No Tap Doubles bowling tourney will be held on the nite of the 10^th at Fast Lanes in Hoopeston. Start time is 7pm and costs $20 a person.  Also at Fast Lanes, on Nov 21, there will be a 7-8-9 No Tap tourney, and you will be able to throw out one game. It is Singles, and there will be both men and ladies divisions. There will be a live band starting at 8:30.

     36 Danville Seniors will be heading to Champaign this weekend for the Senior State Tournament. Most of them will bowl both Saturday and Sunday at 2pm, participating in Doubles and singles events.  There will be some, who bowl all 6 games on Saturday, at 2 and 4.  If you would like to go to Champaign to support Danville’s own Seniors, you can take a short drive to the Western Bowl on Francis Dr. Francis Drive runs west off of Prospect, just south of the 74 freeway.

     We have some great scores to tell you about this morning, so let’s get to them.  Our big story of the week is Hoopeston bowler George Fix rolled a 300 game on Oct 25^th at the Fast Lanes bowling center. Congrats go out to George!

      The Monday nite mixed League has been very hot the past couple of weeks. Robin Turner rolled a 257, with a 183 average, as well as a 236. She was able to achieve a 664 series. Jeremy Shumate is still showing his talent by topping out with a 200 game, 62 pins over his 138 average, while Dave Watts knocked out a 193, 64 pins over his 129 average. 191 average bowler, Kevin Andrews rolled 53 pins over average for a 244. Susie Garman shot a 183, with an average of 127, propelled her 54 pins over. Brent Honn, had a 216, 69 pins over a 147 average, while Jack Reffett had a top notch game of 228, 57 pins over his 171 average. Shumate also rolled a 237. With a 143 average on the Tuesday Nite League at Bulans, that means he rolled 94 pins over. He also was able to knock out the 6-7-10 split, as well as the 6-7-9-10. Nick Grubbs threw 11 strikes in a row for a 290, and Don Coan garnered a 267.

     As we stated earlier, many of the Senior league bowlers will be competing in a tournament this coming weekend, and some of them same bowlers are starting to warm up for that event. 141 average bowlers, Charlie Graul and Allen Taylor bowled great games. Taylor had a 229, 88 pins over average. It was included in a 598 series, 175 pins over series average. Graul rolled a 228, 87 pins over, and a 551 series, which was 128 pins over. Sue Broderick rolled 57 pins over her average with a 196. Keith Carter, had a 186, 50 pins over his average, while Stan Harvey rolled two high games, a 226, 56 pins over his average, and 242, 70 pins over. With a 652 series, he was136 pins over his series average. Houston Keys knocked out the 5-6 and the 3-10, while Ed Reed corralled the 2-7. Newcomer to the Senior League is Sue Broderick, exploded the 4-7-10.

      The Early Friday Nite League at Sycamore Lanes in Covington is reporting that Jordan Williams has rolled a 239, which is over his 175 average by 64 pins, and he also rolled a 602 series.  Art Wagoner knocked out a 253, 60 pins over his 193 average.

     More great scores, this in from the Friday nite League at Lincoln Lanes. Scott Reinken rolled a 263, Rob Pendleton a 256, and Bill Phillips had a 279. Nicole Brown topped out with a 257, while Brandi Welsch had a 254. Reinken had a 711 series, while Welsch rolled a 642. There were quite a number of bowlers who had 50 or more pins over average in this league. They were: Dorothy McFarland, 220-168-52; Henry Stevens, 237-183-54; Eric Crockett, 260-169-91; Larry Richards Sr., 215-156-59; Karen Rice, 182-131-31; Doc Finch, 233-182-51, and Bill Phillips, 279-182-97.

     A slow nite for the Monday nite No-Tappers from Lincoln Lanes. They had only 3 bowlers with scores 50 or more pins over their averages. They were Jimmy Scruggs, 247-185-62; Mike Jett, 250-170-80 and Louise Cunningham, 179-125-54.

     Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com. Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Grubb and West Win No Tap Tourney at Bulans

      We love announcing, then reporting on tournaments, and hope you take advantage of some of these events.

       A couple’s No-Tap tourney was held this past weekend at Bulan’s Lanes on the west side of Danville with Nick Grubb and Danielle West coming out in 1^st place. 2^nd place honors go to Ashley Martin and Kevin West. Pam Warner and Brian Warner placed 3^rd, while Robin Sims and Jerry Sims garnered 4^th. Next No-Tap tourney will be held on Saturday Nov 17^th, 7:30 pm at Bulan’s. Cost is only $30 a couple/$15 a person.

     Sharon Craft of the Monday Nite Church No Tappers had a great score of 286, 90 pins over her 190 average. She also had a 666 series as well. Finas Glenn rolled a 244, 52 pins over his game average of 192. 185 average bowler Scott Cunningham topped his average by 57 pins to achieve a 242 score. Joanie Hedlund knocked out 82 pins over her average for a 230 game. Ella Ellis topped her resent average of 148 by 53 pins for a final score of 201, while Leean Palmer rolled a 195, 51 pins over her 148 average.

      Sue Strong of the Tuesday Nite Go Getters rolled her high game of 231, with 73 pins over her 158 average, while Melissa Castle topped her 124 average by 77 pins to score a 201. Mac McDaniel picked up the 3-10 split, Rose Newell, the 4-5, and Fred Fultz the 5-7.

      Keenager team mates Laura Baird and Joe Elliott of the Senior League both rolled 50 or more pins over their averages. Baird rolled 57 pins over for a 195, while Elliott topped his average by 50 pins to garner a 171 game.

      Tia Black of the Early Friday Mixed League at Sycamore Lanes in Covington is letting us know that Tia Black rolled a 502 series, including games of 186, 168 and 148. The 186 game was 58 pins over her average. Judy Gebhart knocked out the 4-7-10 split.

     Lincoln Lane’s Friday Night Mixed League had some great score as both Evan Davis and Scott Reinken rolled a 279 game. Jerrad Reed knocked out a score f 278, Terrence Cloyd a 263, and Rich McFarland a 259. Megan Connelly had a 227 game.

      Davis rolled a 755 series, Reinken had a 729, Cloyd, 263 and McFarland a 689. Davis’ 279 was 86 pins over his average, and he also threw 52 pins over average for a 245. Ed Stone rolled a 232, 52 pins over age. Danny Lazzell had a 234 game, 59 pins above his 175 average. Connelly’s 227 game was 54 pins higher than her 173 game average. Reed was 75 pins over for his high game. 172 average bowler Jennifer Kile out did her average by 50 pins for a 222. Reinken’s 279 was 60 over average, while Cloyd knocked out 56 more pins than his 219 average.

     Please continue to send in your split conversions if they were really good.  I can use them if we have space.  Baby splits like the 3-10, 2-7, or other easy ones.  Splits like the 7-10, 4-7-10-6-7-10, and the Big Four, 4-6-7-10, we want to know about those. The USBC may not recognize those, but we will. Also, send in any triplicate scores, all spare games, and Dutch 200’s.

      Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com.

Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Nicole Brown Rolls 2nd 300 game

     Nicole Brown threw her 2^nd 300 game this past Sunday at Lincoln Lanes during a doubles tourney. She and her partner, Christopher Forshier placed 2^nd in the tourney. Finishing in 1^st place was Jarvis Brown and Wayne Brown Sr. Darren Van Duyn and Julie Richards placed 3^rd, Ryan Smith and Daryl Smith finished 4^th, while Joshua Troxtell and Ruben Villarreal placed in 5^th place. Next tourney at Lincoln Lanes will be on Veterans Day, Nov 11^th, with 3 person teams competing. Next Doubles is scheduled for Dec 9^th.

  Another upcoming tourney is schedule for Saturday Nov. 17^th at 12pm. At the Westville Legion Hall. It’s called a Low Game Out Sweeper.   You get to bowl 4 games, and throw your lowest score out. Only 20 entries will be taken, so call Doug Oakes now at 217-304-4735 for more information.

   We have 2 new leagues leagues reporting this week, so let’s get to it.

   The Monday Morning Ladies League in Westville is telling us that Jo Ann Brooks and Alicia Rouse both picked up the 5-10 split. Phyllis Rhutan rolled 58 pins over her 139 average for a 197 game.

    185 average bowler Kenny Smith rolled 93 pins over his average for a 278 in the Monday Nite No Tap Church League, while Nancy Goodner topped out  with a 256,  87 pins over her 169 average. Robbie Ketcherside rolled a 711 series while Scott Cunningham achieved a 677.Mike Jett also picked up the 5-10 split.  We will be listing games 50 or more pins over average slightly different in order to save space. The first number will be the high game, followed by average, then the amount of pins over. The No Tappers report the following: Kenny Smith-278 -185 -93, Robbie Ketcherside-265-188-77, John Nixon-265 153-112, Jimmy Scruggs-246-181-65, Nancy Goodner-256-169-87, Joanie Hedlund-220-136-84, Louise Cunningham-161-111-50, Essie Syass-216-146-70, and Debra Coleman-138-88-50.

      The Monday Night Mixed League at Bulan’s bowl had Linda Chittick picking up the 3-7-10 split. Sandi Burke rolled games of 236 and 237, helping to earn herself a 645 series. Her games were 66 and 67 pins respectively over her average of 170. Also 50 or more over were: Kim Cotton 223-170-53,  and Carol Keller 199-138-61. Thanks to Don Coan for submitting.

     The TLC League which bowls on Tuesday nites at Bulans is one of our new leagues reporting this and we both welcome and thank them for submitting their reports. They are telling us that Dom Martin rolled games of 268, and 239 to help him grab a 684 average. He has a 174 average. Stephen Forshier, a 173 average bowler, rolled a 237, and Jeremy Shumate garnered a 201, 63 pins over his 138 average.

      The Tuesday Nite Go Getters reported some great scores this week with the following persons with score 50 or more over: Harl Miller 222-140-82, Dick Lamb 213-143-70, Tracy Smith 210-156-54, Maggie Birge 197-140-57 and Deb Miller 172-118-54. The following splits were converted: 5-10 by Irv Summers and Melissa Castle, 3-10 Melissa Castle, 4-7-9 and 3-6-7-10 by Joe Davis.

     The Senior league reports the following bowlers achieving 50 or more pins over: Sue Strong 236-158-78, Jack Taylor 213-157-56, Judy Gebhart 201-136-65, Larry Thomas 2 games, each 201-139-62,  and Sandy West 176-118-76. Thomas was 121 pins over his series average for a 538. Split conversions for the Senior League: 4-7-10 Meredith Stokes, 4-7-9 John Ramsey, 6-7-10 Ed Reed and the 5-10, picked up by both Donna Berlin and Bob Maxwell.

    Last but not least, another new league. Welcome to the Friday Night Mixed at Lincoln Lanes. Scores reported by Jennifer Kile.  Rich McFarland had a 268 with a 723 series. He was 58 pins over his 210 average. Scott Reinken also had a 268 game, 52 pins over his 216 average, finishing with a 709 series. Brandi Welsch had games of 255 and 257 which helped her get a 723 series. Jennifer Kile had a 225 game, 56 pins over her 169 average. Others rolling 50 or more pins were: Ty Harmeson 229-176-53, and Victoria Smith 150-94-56.

     Thanks to everyone for your reports this week. Your fellow bowlers appreciate it.

      Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com.

Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

DBA To Hold Off On Dues Increase Oct 11, 2012

We have an update on the Danville Bowling Association dues increase. After talking with Association President Darren Van Duyn, we have found out that the dues increase vote has been put on hold until another association meeting is held near the end of the bowling season. Keep your eyes and ears open for the date of that meeting, where once again, you will be given an opportunity to have your voice heard.

     There will be a Association meeting for board members only at 4:30, tonite, at Lincoln Lanes.

     Want to enter some local tournaments? Check out the local bowling centers. I believe there are double tourneys every other week at Lincoln, King of the Hill tourneys at some of the centers as well. Maybe one of the centers can put on a no tap tourney. Might be some fun.

   The Monday Nite No-Tappers are still knocking out the high scores.  Sharon Craft rolled a 262, 62 pins over her 200 average, which helped out her 640 series. Joe Davis had a 707 series including a 255 game, which happens to be 64 pins over his 164 average. Scott Cunningham rolled 79 pins over his 175 norm for  a 254. 146 average bowler John Nixon was able to top his average by 79 pins for a 208 game. Albert Syass rolled 61 pins above his current average of 159, to garner a 220. While Louise Cunningham was rolling 74 pins over her 104 average to bowl a 178 game, James Fair was topping his 104 average by 74 pins to get a 160 game.

   Had not realized the Tuesday Morning Ladies league had change to Monday mornings, so guess we should start calling them the Monday Morning Ladies league. One of their young ladies picked up the 5-10 split.

     The Tuesday Nite Go Getters are picking up some steam as the season progresses.  Lacee Bays rolled a 175, 66 pins over her current average of 109. This allowed her to obtain a 430 series which is 103 pins over her current series average. 150 average bowler Jon Castle rolled 55 pins over his average for a 205, while Houston Keys was 56 over his 155 normal to garner a total of 211.  Irv Summers picked up the 5-7-9 split.

    Senior League bowler Greg Miller was hot again this week, when he rolled a 242. However, Linda Engle topped out for a 495 series, 114 pins over her series average. Marla Troyer rolled a 197, 60 pins over her game average. Fred Fultz was 57 pins over his game average. Joe Blagg had the high series for the week with a 629, including games of 234, 215, and a 180. Charlie Graul picked up the 4-7-9 split.

     Need to practice up for league or even casual play? Check your local bowling centers to see when they offer open bowling.

     Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com.

Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Senior Tourney to be held in Champaign this Year.

The Illinois state Senior Tournament is being held right in our backyard this year. Dates are Oct 27th and 28^th, Nov 3, and 4^th, and Nov 10^th and 11^th and will be held at Western Bowl in Champaign. You must be 50 years of age or older to be eligible to participate. Just found out the reservation date closed on September 25^th, but they may take walk ins. There will be several Danville seniors bowling on the 10^th and 11^th of November.

   No official word yet on what the final outcome is of the recent local associations vote. They are looking into whether the vote to raise the local dues from $7 to $10 required either a majority or a 2/3 vote of the members present.

     Have you ever tried the sport of bowling? If not, league participation is a great way to do it. It is easy to join and a lot of fun. No EXPERIENCE is required. Can you pick up a bowling ball? If so, you are eligible.

There are leagues for all ages.  They range from age 4 and up. I know for a fact there are folks over the age of 80 bowling, so don’t tell me you are too old. We do not want to hear that you are not good enough. Believe me when I tell you that even experienced or top rollers have their bad days. Take me for example. I am NOT a high roller by any means, but a couple of weeks ago, I rolled a 98 in the senior league and came right back in the Tuesday nite Go Getters in the next week with a 91. The Hall of Shame had my name on it. You learn with practice and advice from other bowlers. I have found that most bowlers are always willing to help out when asked. Drop by one of your local bowling centers and inquire on how you can join.

   The Monday Nite No-Tappers are still tapping. 138 average bowler John Nixon had top honors for the nite rolling 85 pins over average for a 223. Jimmy Scruggs was not far behind, bowling 69 pins over his 172 average for a 241. Rolling 68 pins over an average of 115, was Lynnse Gondzur with a 183. Pam Jones topped out with a 222, 63 pins over her 159 norm, and Mike Jett hit above 200, with 58 pins over his average for a 208. Finas Glenn picked up the 5-7 split.

    The Tuesday Morning Ladies League should start giving lessons on converting splits. They are a small league, but they don’t do too badly. Laura Baird picked up the2-7-8, while Barb Smith knocked out the 4-10.

    Senior League bowler Greg Miller was the top bowler of the week of those reporting, obtaining a 634 series with games of 210, 211, and a 213. John Ramsey had a 599 with games of 201 and 200. Jim Thomas rolled a 202.  In the split department, the Wiliams family converted a couple of good ones. Michelle clipped the 4-7-9, while Aaron showed how to pick up the 5-7. Jim Thomas knocked the elusive 2-4-9-10, and Charlie Graul lassoed the5-10.

    Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com.

Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

DBA raises local dues, Hufford has great night.

As talked about last week, a meeting of the Danville Bowling Association was held last Wednesday night, and the main topic was the raising of local association dues. There were a couple of proposals put on the floor, both were voted upon, and the final vote was the raising of the local dues to $10, instead of the present $7. Questions were raised whether the 14-12 vote should have been two thirds instead of a majority vote. This will be looked into with the USBC. On other Association news, Darren Van Duyn was elected as the new association President, replacing Don Cheeseman, who did not seek reelection. Van Duyn’s term is 3 years.

    Derrick Hufford had a great night this past week, not letting a smashed finger, and a borrowed bowling ball deter him from rolling a 804 series, including a 290, an 267, and a final game of 247. That was the 2^nd 290 game for him in the past 2 weeks.

   In Monday nite action, Bulan’s reports that their Mixed league had a few people who rolled 50 or more pins over their averages. They are Sandi Burke, rolling 63 pins over her 161 average for a 224, Brent Honn, 74 pins over his 140 average for a 214, and Kevin Tyler, a 165 average bowler, slamming out a 215, 50 pins over.

    Going to Mid-town Danville, the Church No-Tappers were active at Lincoln Lanes. Sue Strong was leading the group with a 252 game in a 658 series. Strong also picked up the 6-7 split. Several bowlers rolled 50 or more pins over their averages. They were Strong, with the 252, 67 pins over. Steve Newell, a 183 average bowler, bowled 60 pins over, to garner a 243. Larry Craft, 59 pins over a 196 average, for a final tally of 259. Leean Palmer was 60 pins over an average of 142, for a final score of 202. Miles Clark, was also 60 pins over his 148 average for a 208. Brad Wheeler threw 52 pins over 154, for a total of 206. Essie Syass threw a 195, 71 pins over her average of 124. 120 average bowler Krystle Evans topped her average by 68 pins to get a 188, and Ella Ellis was 62 pins over 113, for her game of 175. The No Tappers are looking for a couple more teams. Drop by on a Monday night to check it out.

     In Tuesday nite action at Lincoln Lanes, The Go Getters had quite a number of bowlers going 50 or more pins over.  Joe Blagg had top honors for the nite, with a 544 series, 135 pins over his series average, which included a game of 216, 73 pins over average. Not too far behind him was Kyle McMasters, who rolled 130 pins over his series average, and rolled two 200 games, which were both 62 pins over. Tracy Smith was 58 pins over for a 215. Jon Castle shook things up a bit while bowling a 223, 73 pins over. Charlie Tiffin was 55 over for a 190, while Paula Beatty was 71 over with a 203.

     The Thursday afternoon Senior League had some good scores reported as well. Bob Maxwell shot a 209 with a 526 series and Sue Strong rolled a 554 with a190 game. John Gebhart had a 202 game with a 567 series, while Joe Blagg topped out with a207 game and a 536 series.

   As you can see, had a couple of more leagues join us this week, and maybe a couple more will be joining us here in the near future including some high scoring ones. Because of this, I am going to report more on the actual scores, and not so much the split conversions. Don’t get me wrong, some of them are really great, and if I see some big split conversions being reported, I will give them credit where credit is due. Of course, I also want to give you info on upcoming tournaments as well as their results, but I only know of them when given the information.

Please submit all reports before midnight on Mondays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com.

Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Bowling column for Sept 20, 2012

The 2012/2013 bowling season is back in full swing, and we have many of the same teams reporting this year as we did last year, but are hoping for even more. Covington and Bulan’s, are you listening?  For info on what I am seeking from each team, please send me an e-mail at the address at the end of the column. The bowlers in your league, want, and deserve the recognition.

    You do not have to be the secretary, just submit the reports. Basically what we are looking for is as follows:  Men, bowling scores over 250, series totals over 675. Women bowlers who roll games over 225, or series over 625.  Any bowler who rolls more than 50 pins over their averages, we want to know about. Also, any odd splits. “Baby splits” do not count. We do reserve the right to change the limits to fit into column space.

   The meeting of the Danville Bowling Association was held last night, but due to deadline requirements, we will have the results of that meeting in next week’s column.

   The Senior League from Lincoln Lanes are showing the younger generation once again how it’s done. Terry Bell Jr. rolled a 645 series with games of 201, 213, & 231. Other high games of the afternoon were Joe Blagg, 219; Houston Key, 224; Stan Harvey, 220; Jim Thomas, 211; and Ed Reed, a 207 game. Dorothy Hesler, rolled a 469 series, Shirley Lamm knocked out a 183 game, while Jan Frank had a 181 game.  Marla Troyer and Donna Berlin both had a 178 game. Many of these games were 50 or more pins over their averages.

    The Tuesday nite Go Getters are reporting that Tracy Smith was 67 pins over average for a 213 game. Martha Elliott was 100 pins over her series average, Lisa Moudy topped out at 136 pins over her series average, and  Houston Keys was 68 pins over his game average, just squeaking by Smith. Monday nite Mixed League at Bulans is reporting that Greg Miller rolled a 203, 53 pins over his 150 average. Only 2 split conversions were reported, both by the same bowler, Fred Fultz. He picked up both the 4-5, and the 5-6-10. Laura Baird converted the 2-7-8 in the Tuesday Morning Ladies league at the Westville Legion.

  In the Monday Nite Church No-Tap League, we have word that two bowlers were both 50 or more pins over their average. Miles Clark was 53 pins over his 148 average for a 201, while Steve Newell was 51 over his average of 183, for a 234 game.

   Since writing this column, I have enjoyed going through the USBC rule book and finding out rules that I did not even know existed. Perhaps, you didn’t either.  Did you know that “sandbagging”, as many bowlers call it is frowned upon by the USBC. In fact, so frowned upon, it could be grounds for disciplinary action. Read very closely rule 17.

17a. Unfair Tactics

An individual can be charged with attempting to gain an unfair advantage in league or tournament play for the following reasons:

1. Directly or indirectly tampering with lanes, pins or bowling balls so they no longer meet USBC specifications.

2. Misrepresenting an average to gain a greater handicap, or qualify for a lower classification in an event.

3. Establishing an average below the player’s ability to gain an unfair advantage in handicap or classified competition.

Penalty: Loss of games, prize winnings, league removal (see Rule 115a or Rule 115c), and subject to suspension from or denial of USBC membership.

Please submit all reports before midnight on Sundays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com.

Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

Special Meeting to be held and Winchester rolls 300 game

Welcome back.  Hope everyone had a great summer, and are eager and ready for the 2012/2013 bowling season.  

    Before we start our weekly bowling reports from the various leagues, we have an important meeting to announce, coming up on Wednesday, Sept, 19^th at 6pm. The Danville Bowling Association will be having a meeting at Spanky’s, just east of the railroad tracks on E. Main St. The main purpose of this meeting is to allow the members of the association to voice their opinion and vote on whether or not they will raise the local association dues from $7 to $10 a year. Each year, if you are a member of the USBC, you have to either buy or renew your membership to bowl in any sanctioned league.  For the past several years, the total dues have been $17, $10 going to the national organization, and $7 to the local association. You, as a member, are encouraged to attend this meeting and voice your opinion, and cast your vote on whether your local dues should be raised by $1, $2, $3, or at all. We hope to see many of you there. Just a reminder, the Danville Bowling Association is for the men of the area. The women are covered by the WBC.

    We are once again encouraging teams from the Illiana area bowling centers to submit bowling reports. Does not have to be the team secretary, it can be a designated representative. Basically what we are looking for is as follows:  Men, bowling scores over 250, series totals over 675. Women bowlers who roll games over 225, or series over 625.  Any bowler who rolls more than 50 pins over their averages, we want to know about. Also, any odd splits. “Baby splits” do not count. We do reserve the right to change the limits to fit into column space.

   Very 1^st report would have to be the 1^st report we have had of a 300 game this year. Congrats go out to David T. Winchester.

   The Senior League from Lincoln Lanes are usually one of the first groups to start up for the year, and one of the last to finish, by bowling 35 weeks out of the year. Recent results include Terry Bell rolling a 627 series with scores of 201, 180, and 246, Aug 23. The same day, John Ramsey started with a 212 game. On Aug 30^th, Ed Reed rolled a 247, a 278, and a 204, for a 729 series. Stan Harvey rolled a high game of 236, while Bell racked up a 243. Bell was not finished yet, as on Sept 6^th, he rolled a 659 with games of 258 and 225. Recent split conversions for Senior League bowlers were, Harley Huckleby, and Charlie Graul with the 5-10. Sue Strong knocked over the 4-5, while Billy McDaniel slapped out the 3-10.

    The Tuesday nite Go Getters had their 1^st session of the new year, and Charlie Tiffin was 58 pins over his last years average. The League did have quite a few split pickups. Among them were Dick Lamb, Dot McDaniel, and Tracy Smith who all picked up the 3-10. Lamb also picked up the 3-5-10. Kevin Powell and Irv Summers converted the 5-7. Chris Brookins was able to knock out the 5-10, while Rose Newell fought off the 2-7. Husband Steve, lassoed the 6-7. Converting the 6-7-10 was Gary Holycross. 

    Monday nite Mixed League at Bulans is reporting that Greg Miller rolled a 203, 53 pins over his 150 average. Laura Baird converted the 4-7-10 in the Tuesday Morning Ladies league at the Westville Legion.

Please submit all reports before midnight on Sundays. If you need any more info, drop me a note at illianabowling@gmail.com.

Check out past articles at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com/

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down.

April 18, 2012

Where did the season go? It seems just like yesterday when the bowling season started, and here we are winding down. Time sure does fly when you are having fun.  The winter leagues start towards the end of August, and ends in the middle of April. I would like to thank all of you who took the time to submit a report for your league this past season, and look forward to working with you and even others who might want to help out and let us know what your league is doing. We will not be writing another column until the end of August, but you can keep up with us, by checking our blog located at http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com. At the blog site, you will be able to find past columns for the past 2 years. If you are in a summer league, feel free to submit a bowling report at illianabowling@gmail.com.  Please ask for what type of info I am looking for. This past week, I had the pleasure of bowling with some of the youth group from Danville’s First Assembly, one young lady in particular really seemed to enjoy the sport. Stormi might consider joining a youth league as her enthusiasm was very contagious.

   The last couple of weeks we have been describing the duties of league officers. This week we will conclude with the Treasurer.

The Treasurer is responsible for:

·       Working with the president to open an account in the league name at an insured and recognized bank, credit union or in-house banking service, with at least two league officers’ signatures required for all withdrawals.  Account statements are mailed to the President for verification purposes.

·       Depositing funds in the league account within seven (7) days of receipt.

·       Working with the league president to verify the league’s account balance at least once per month.

·       Collecting league fees each session and paying the bowling center.

·       Issuing a check or money order made payable to the local association to cover membership dues.

·       Advising the league president and secretary if any league members are delinquent in paying league fees.

·       Providing each team with a detailed financial statement when the prize fund is distributed; including receipts, disbursements and transactions, and prize recipients’ names and earnings.

·       Distributing the prize fund within 21 days after the league schedule ends, unless the board or USBC decides otherwise.

·       Giving financial reports on request by the league president or board.

·       Turning over all league books, papers and monies to the next league treasurer. All financial records —regardless if in the possession of the former or current treasurer — must be retained for one (1) year after the league schedule ends.

    We have 3 leagues reporting for our season’s finale. The Tuesday Morning Ladie’s League from the Westville Legion reports that recently Jo Ann Brooks picked up the 3-10 split, while Martha Hance converted the 2-9-10.

    In Senior League bowling, Clara Copsy was 58 pins over her game average with a 182. Ernie Harvey was 58 pins over his game average, with a 239 game, while Ed Reed bowled 55 pins over his game average, with a 245 game. Mr. Excitement, Charlie Graul was 57 pins over his game average with a 190 game.  Covering the splits were Shirley Reynolds, Jim Thomas and Joe Davis, all of who picked up the 3-10 while Donna Berlin slapped down the 5-10.   

    The Monday nite No-Tap league has 2 reports to give you. The 1^st will be from Monday, April 9, and then from Monday April 16^th.

 On April 9^th:  3 men had series scores of 675 or higher. J.R. Scruggs, with a 695, Jeff Lane, with a 690, and Robbie Ketcherside, with a 681. Lane had a high game of 262, which is 81 pins over his 181 average. 194 average bowler Finas Glenn, topped out 53 pins over with a 247.  Krystle “Tutu” Evans rolled 61 pins over her 146 average for a 207, while Leean Palmer reached 202, 65 pins over her 137 average. We cannot forget that Louise Cunningham went above her 130 average by 63 pins to obtain a 193 game. Juanita Wrightsman and Glenn both converted the 5-7. In April 16^th action, Jeremy Randolph once again make the column with a 724 series. Quite a few bowlers topped 50 or more pins over their averages, including Brad Wheeler who bowled 51 pins over for a 209. Jeff Lane topped his 183 average by 72 pins for a final score of 255. 198 average bowler Terry Jones reached 277, while knocking out 79 pins over his average.  Joe Davis, another tutu lover, topped out at 278, 61 pins over his 217 average. There is something about tutus in this league. Richard Davis had a 242, 78 pins over his 164 average. Larry Craft rolled a 218, 57 pins over his 161 average, and ending up with Nancy Goodner with a 228, which was 69 pins over her 157 average. Pam Jones picked up the 5-10 split.

    Just a reminder that the Danville area Senior tournament will be held on April 28th and 29th. On the 28th, there will be 2 squad times, 10 am and 1pm, at Bulan Lanes. The final day on the 29th will be at 1pm at Lincoln Lanes. The top 5 bowlers will have a step ladder roll off to determine the winner. Entry forms are available at both centers. I will be there, will you?

     This is the last column for this season. It has been a lot of fun, and we hope you have enjoyed reading it each week. Look for us again towards the end of August. In the mean time, you might see me at the bowling center or even walking down Vermilion St.

   Have a great summer.              

April 10, 2012

Last week we were talking about election of officers. Each league usually elects new officers at season’s end, and many are begging for people to run for office. This week, I will cover the President, Vice President and the League Treasurer.

The president is the league’s chief executive.

The President/League Supervisor is responsible for:

·       Arranging an account to be opened in the league name at a federally insured and recognized bank, credit union or in-house banking service. The account must have at least two league officers’ signatures for all fund withdrawals. Account statements are sent to the president for verification purposes.

·       Scheduling league meetings at convenient times and locations.

·       Appointing committees.

·       Enforcing all league rules and USBC playing rules.

·       Verifying league accounts monthly. See the Monthly President Verification Worksheet in the Managing

League Funds section of this handbook.

·       May vote on all issues before the board.

In youth leagues that have a board, the president should assist the league supervisor with the duties of the president.

League Vice President

The vice president assumes the duties of the president in the president’s absence, and assists the president as requested.

The Treasurer is responsible for:

·       Working with the president to open an account in the league name at an insured and recognized bank, credit union or in-house banking service, with at least two league officers’ signatures required for all withdrawals.  Account statements are mailed to the President for verification purposes.

·       Depositing funds in the league account within seven (7) days of receipt.

·       Working with the league president to verify the league’s account balance at least once per month.

·       Collecting league fees each session and paying the bowling center.

·       Issuing a check or money order made payable to the local association to cover membership dues.

·       Advising the league president and secretary if any league members are delinquent in paying league fees.

·       Providing each team with a detailed financial statement when the prize fund is distributed; including receipts, disbursements and transactions, and prize recipients’ names and earnings.

·       Distributing the prize fund within 21 days after the league schedule ends, unless the board or USBC decides otherwise.

·       Giving financial reports on request by the league president or board.

·       Turning over all league books, papers and monies to the next league treasurer. All financial records —regardless if in the possession of the former or current treasurer — must be retained for one (1) year after the league schedule ends.

    In the Tuesday Nite Go-Getters, the year end roll off was held between the 1^st half leader, Always Late, and the 2^nd Half leader Wolf Creek. In a best of 3 match, with both games very close in score, Wolf Creek were the victors. Team members are, for Always Late, Margaret Birge, Bub Tiffin, Dot Tiffin, Charlie Tiffin, and Houston Keys. For Wolf Creek, team meam members include Martha Elliott, Laura Baird, Joe Elliott, and Greg Miller. Congrats to both teams! In the Senior League, Greg Miller seems to be our bowler of the week, where he rolled 84 pins over his average for a 256. Bill Reynolds was 51 pins over his game average, Linda Engle was 60 pins over her game average with a 191, and Jack Ball was 59 pins over his game average with a 204.  Ed Reed had a 202-236-226 for a 664 series.  Joe Davis was 63 over his game average with a 233, and 104 pins over his series total.  Jim Thomas converted the 5-6-10, Judy Arnett was able to split apart the 9-10, and Judy Gebhart knocked out the 3-10.

    The Monday nite No-Tap league is reporting Jimmy Scruggs rolled 72 pins over average for a 278, which combined with his other game scores tallied a 700 even score. Shirley Perryman rolls a 250 game, 77 pins over her average.  Yvonne Scruggs had a great series of 647, which included a 240 game. Other bowlers rolling 50 or more pins over average were Brock Dieu, 84 over with a 266, Terry Jones, 60 over with a258, Nancy Goodner, a 211, 53 pins over, Essie Syass, 66 pins over average for a 197, and Lynnse Gondzur, 62 pins over average for a 196.

Looks as if next week will be the last column of this bowling season. I will give you more info then.

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down. See you at the lanes.

April 3, 2012

     As we stated last week, the bowling season for 2011/2012 is dwindling down. One sure sign of that is the annual Senior Tourney, which this year will be held April 28^th and 29^th, with the 1^st day being at Bulan’s, and the 2^nd being at Lincoln.  More info is available at each center. If you need a flyer, e-mail me at illianabowling@gmail.com and I can send you one back. I missed bowling in it last year, but will be rolling in it this year, will you?

    Also, at the end of each year, each league usually elects new officers, and many are begging for people to run for office. I would encourage you to see if that is the case in your league and put your hat in the ring. Hey, even if you don’t win, you are a winner, as you volunteered to be a part of the group.  For your info, I will be listing each office that most leagues have in the next couple of weeks, and what their duties entail. Many of us do not realize how much our leaders really do.  This week, I will cover, possibly one of the most important, and busiest of all offices, the League Secretary.

The Secretary/League Official is responsible for:

·       Keeping minutes of all league meetings. Minutes should include the meeting date, time and location, names of those attending, and details of the decisions made.

·       Distributing a copy of the league rules, and approved prize list to each team captain and officer and posting of the league schedule or providing a copy for each captain.

·       Passing out individual USBC membership application cards to each league member as they join and collecting completed cards and membership dues.  Forwarding the completed membership application cards, membership dues and USBC league application to the respective USBC association secretary within 30 days of the start of the league. Membership card applications and applicable fees for additional members shall also be forwarded to the local association manager(s) within 30 days of receipt.

·       Posting or providing a current standing sheet, which includes a list of league bowlers and substitutes.

·       Reporting and submitting applications for awards as required by USBC rules.

·       Notifying league members of league and association meetings; and notifying the association of any changes in officers, schedules or bowling centers.

·       Turning in season-ending averages to the appropriate USBC local bowling association.

·       Providing the final league standings to the league treasurer.

·       Maintaining, writing and filing all league correspondence.

·       Furnishing the next league secretary with all records and materials.

NOTE: In leagues using computer and/or average service, the elected secretary remains responsible for all the duties specified in USBC Rule 102e.

      An additional duty that we request that the secretary do, is to submit a report each week to us, so the members of each league get the recognition they deserve.

    Next week, will be the Treasurer, even tho some leagues combine both this and the secretary.

    In the Tuesday Nite Go-Getters, Fred Fultz not only rolled 51 pins over average for a 156, but he also bowled 101 pins over his series average. Tony Dompe picked up both the 2-7, and 9-10 splits, while Lacee Bays got rid of the 3-10. The regular season for the Go Getters has now concluded, except for the 1^st place roll off this coming Tuesday nite. The leaders for the 1^st half, Always Late will roll against the 2^nd half leaders, Wolf Creek Golf for the season champions. Good luck to both teams.  Judy Marriage knocked out the 5-10 split in the Tuesday morning ladies league in Westville.  In the DNA Karaoke League, Ruth Campbell and Marilyn Ruffner picked up the 3-10 split, June Bechtold picked up the 9-10 split and Ann Minnette picked up the 5-10 split.  In the Senior League, Bob Coburn bowled 54 pins over his game average with a 178 while Bill McDaniel was 70 pins over his average with a 215. Both Raymond Berlin and Judy Arnett converted the 5=6-10, Clarence Martin knocked out the 2-7, and Gerald Arnett made the 5-7 split disappear.

    The Monday nite No-Tap league is reporting that Jeremy Randolph  once again had the high game for the nite, but just barely. Randolph had a 279 and a 779 series. J, and Jimmy Scruggs was only 4 pins behind with a 275, 70 pins over average and 677 series. J.R. Scruggs topped out with a 694 series, and Robbie Ketcherside finished up with a 690 series. The following bowlers rolled 50 or more pins over their averages: Terry Jones, 53 pins over for a 251, Finas Glenn, 52 over for a final of 244, Richard Morgan also was 53 over, for a 226 game, while Nancy Goodner was 87 pins above her average for a 243. Pam Jones converted the 2-7-10 split.

Until next week, let’s have fun and knock ‘em down. See you at the lanes.