Tuck's Bowling For Fun: January 2015

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Jan 29th - O'Brian Rolls 300, Local Bowling Association To Move Into New Era

Attention all members of the Danville area Men's and Women's bowling associations. As most of you know by now the men’s and women’s associations will be merging into one association at the end of this season. With this move they need to elect a new board. If you are interested in being on the ballot for either an executive officer position (president, Vice President) or as a director you can contact either David T Winchester or Linda Chittick with your intent to be put on the ballot by Friday Feb. 13th. Ballots will be brought around to all leagues the last week of February so that all members of both associations can vote. The new board will be in place Mar. 1. They hope to hear from new prospective and energetic members soon, as they move into a new era of bowling in the Danville Area!!

First off, Kevin O’Brian rolled a 300 game in the Mutual League this past Tuesday night.

Hoopeston: Fast Lanes this week saw Michael Thompson set the pace on the Sunday night Mixed league with a 279 game followed by Allen Wilson's 246. Doug Wagoner shot a 644 series and the ladies were led by Karen Porth. She had a 232-598 set. The Wednesday night ladies were led by Kellie Thilmony with a 220-580 set. The Will Bruens league was led by Chad Bruens, shooting a 278 691 series. Duean Rasher followed with a 268 - 653 set and Porgy Anderson had a 265-664 set..

Fast Lanes will hold it's monthly 7-8-9 pin doubles tournament on Feb 14 at 7:00. Winner's get $440.00 prize money. A Valentines dinner will also be served.

Senior League: Gary Holycross shot a 235 game which was 60 pins over his game average. Donna Berlin rolled a 181 game which was 51 pins over her game average, while Joe Stokes bowled a 213 game, 79 pins over his game average. and had a 505 series which was 103 pins over his series total. Split conversions included: Jack Ball 3-7, Billy McDaniel 4-5-7, 5-6 and the 5-10, Jan Frank 5-10, Judy Gebhart 3-10 and the 5-10 , Teddy Carter 2-7, John Gebhart, the 3-10 twice,

Pam Jeffers 3-10, and Joe Elliott the 4-5.

Covington’s Friday Night Mixed League: Jessica Barnes shot games of 123-198-159, for a series of 480. She was 66 over. Ted Pearman rolled games of 202-248 and 204 for a 654 being 74 over. Ron Cates had games of 213-208-245 for a 666 series with 57 over. Split conversions: Marcy McQueen picked up the 5-10, Heath Threlkeld the 8-10, Edie Bray, the 6-7-10, and John Gebhart knocked out the 6-8-10.

Go Getters: Ray Rogers was top bowler for the Go Getters, rolling a 242, 62 over. Greg Miller followed close by with games of 232, and 226. 55 and 49 pins over, respectively. He also rolled a 642 series. John Camarata shot a 220, 76 over and 199, 55 over. Steve Lamb shot a 207 game, 54 over, Bub Tiffin, 40 over, and Tuck Miller , 40 over for a 170. Split conversions: 5-8 Bub Tiffin, 4-9 Maggie Birge, 5-10 Houston Key, 5-7 Dot Tiffin, and the 3-9-10, Tracy Smith.

The MS Nail Salon League did not bowl this week due to inclement weather.

A quick report from the Friday Night Mixed League in Danville, Greg Miller rolled a 258.

If you are a league secretary, we would love to have your league reports. Drop me an e-mail message to illianabowling@gmail.com and I will contact you with what I would like to have to make your reports complete. Help me to recognize your league bowlers for their achievements.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

Jan 22nd - Lewis Shoots 290

Last week, I described an event that had me scratching my head, and with the explanation given, it probably had you scratching yours. Some how, I did not include ALL the rule.

While watching a match on the PBA tournament 2 weeks ago, a right handed bowler left a few pins on the right side. Then, something happened that I thought was against the rules. The right handed bowler rolled his next ball to convert the spare left handed.

I sent an e-mail to the USBC inquiring about this, and received this reply:

Rule 328 - Changing Delivery

USBC Rule 328 applies to any USBC certified scratch tournament unless the rules state otherwise.

      In scratch tournament competition, a participant can bowl with either hand at any time unless the tournament rules state otherwise.

    In handicap and classified tournaments, the bowler must use the hand they started the tournament with at all times.

    The exception, tournament management may allow an individual to switch to the opposite hand due to injury.  However, permission must be requested and approved by tournament management.

Joe Lewis shot a 290 game during Lutheran League competition last Thursday evening.

Hoopeston: This week is a big week as Fast Lanes is having a BOWL FOR THE CURE fundraiser Saturday evening starting at 6:30. There are spots remaining and then the great sounds of Taylor Wolfe and Flattville Road play from 9-1.

Last week was led on the Will Bruen’s league by Brandon Hamilton's 260 and 714 series followed by Doug Bauer's 258-652 series. Sunday night was led by Doug Wagoner's 255 and 619series while Marvin Dobkins shot a 246. Patty Lowe led the ladies with a 215, 597 series. Monday night saw Ginger Colvin lead with a 209.

Senior League: Donna Berlin bowled a 183 game which was 53 pins over her game average while

Terry Bell Jr. shot a 248 game which was 62 pins over his game average. Jim Thomas bowled a 222 game, 62 pins over, and Joe Stokes rolled a 202 game which was 69 pins over.

Splits: Sue Broderick 5-10, Martha Elliott 4-7-10, Ed Reed 2-6-7, Sue Strong 5-6, Dot McDaniel 4-5-7 and the 4-5, and Jim Thomas with the 5-7-9, 3-10 & 4-5-7. Judy Arnett 5-7, Tuck Miller 5-7 and the 5-6 , while Bob Maxwell finished up with the 6-7-10. Shirley Miller 3-9-10, Darlene Edwards 4-5, and Barb Walls, the 3-10.

Covington’s Friday Night Mixed League: Benji Brink rolled a 196, 60 over, Johnny Fielder, a 247, 57 over, and Ted Pearman, a 235 game, 63 pins over average.

Splits: Tom Gebhart, and Dale Bennedict with the 5-10, and Travis Edwards with the 2-10.

Go Getters: Houston Key was high bowler for the Go Getters this week, rolling not only 72 pins over average for a 224, but also 149 pins over series average for a 605. Fred Fultz was also 72 pins over his game average with a 206. Gary Holycross shot 68 pins over average for a 248. 55 pins over, were Jordyn Castle with a 178, and John Mikel, a 204. Susan Brookins rolled a 151, 49 over, while 45 over was the key for both Maggie Birge and Steve Lamb with a 203, and a 194 respectively. Greg Miller shot a 223, 46 above, Bub Tiffin, 40 over for a 189, Stan Harvey, also 40 over for a 222, and Joe Elliott, 42 over for a 154.

Splits: 5-10 Maggie Birge, and Charlie Tiffin, 5-9-7 Stan Harvey, 4-5 Gary Holycross, 2-7 Lisa Moudy, 3-9-10 Laura Baird, and the 3-6-7-10 Jordyn Castle.

The MS Nail Salon League reports that Barb Dinsmore rolled a 162 to earn a 150 game award, and Marti Stanton bowled a 134. Ilse Durbin shot a 402 series for a 400 game patch, Connie Williams bowled a 200 game as part of a 524 series, while Frances Miller-Hauf bowled a 159 as part of a 407 series.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

Jan 15th - 3 person Tourney Results Are In

Lincoln Lanes hosted a 3 person team tournament this past Sunday and Dustin Dolbee rolled a 300, while Jackie Varner rolled a 719. Congratulations to the following: First- Misty Moore, Ruben Villarreal and Mathew Pate; Second, Nicole Brown Jackie Varner and Janet McMasters ; Third - Kyle Sirratt Byron Miller and Richie Covington; Fourth - Zech Connelly Josie Jeremy Wright and Steve Skimehorn; Fifth - Jason Woodworth Michael Jorgy and Brian Hensgen.

The Danville Area Men's Bowling Assn City Tournament team event begins next Saturday the 17th at Bulan’s Bowl. Squad times are at 9am and 1pm. They will continue on Sunday the 18th at the same times. Registration forms are at all of the bowling centers. Entries will be taken up to a half an hour prior to squad times. Get your teams together and come have some fun.

Senior League: Michael Seward bowled a 227 game which was 50 pins over his game average, while Stan Harvey shot a 268 game, 91 pins. Splits: Ron Candido 4-10; Martha Elliott 5-7; Greg Miller 4-9 and Darlene Edwards the 9-10.

Covington’s Friday Night Mixed League: Chad Edmiston rolling games of 190,141 and 256 with a 150 average, 106 over for a 587 series. Travis Edwards shot 265, 226, 201, for a 692 series. Johnny Fielder bowled games of 246, 203 and 214 for a 663 series, 62 over, and Katrina Edwards bowled 212-187-231, for a 632 series with a 184 average.

Splits: Ron Cates and Rose Schaeffhold picking up the 3-6-7-10 split. Judy Gebhart 5-8-10and the 4-5-7, Jessica Barnes 5-7-9, Roger Gossett 6-7-10, Dale Bennedict 2-7, Bill Shoaf 2-7-8, and Keith Barnes 4-7-9, Edie Bray 4-9-10, and Aaron Howard with both the 4-5 and 6-7-10.

Go Getters: Gary Holycross had the most pins over average for the night with 50 over, hitting 224. Eddie King had a 184, 50 over. Fred Fultz was 46 over for a 179, while Kevin Powell rolled a 183, 42 pins above. Split pickups were 5-10, 2-7-8, Martha Elliott; 5-6, Bub Tiffin, Sue Strong, Melissa Castle and Jim Thomas, and the 2-8-9-10 by Joe Pascal.

The MS Nail Salon League reports that Sherry Pickering bowled a 254 for a 502 series

Friday Night Mixed: Terrence Cloyd shot a 299 game, and Kevin O'Brien shot a 246 (54 over). Kevin West rolled a 694 series and Jim Thomas shot 254 (60 over). Ed Reed picked up the 5-8-10, while Steve Skimehorn picked up the 2-4-10.

While watching a match on the PBA tournament this past Sunday, one of the right handed bowlers left a few pins on the right side of the lane. Then, something happened, that I would think was against the rules. The right handed bowler rolled his next ball to convert the spare with his left hand.

I sent off an e-mail to the USBC inquiring about this, and received this reply:

Rule 328 - Changing Delivery

In handicap and classified tournaments, once the bowler has taken his/her first shot, he/she shall continue to use that hand throughout the tournament unless, due to injury, the bowler finds it impossible to continue bowling with the same hand. The bowler may seek approval of the tournament director to continue with the opposite hand.

Penalty: Disqualification in the event in which the violation occurs and loss of entry fee for that event.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

More Great Scores - Jan 8th

So far, it looks as if this past week, was one of the best for this season.

Jon Castle of the Tuesday Nite Go Getter League, was 105 pins over average for a 253, and 147 pins over series average, for a 591, just 9 pins shy of his very first 600. Stan Harvey had 2 good games, a 238, 58 over average, and a 229, 49 over. Harlie Huckleby was 48 over for a 176. Deb Miller had 54 over for a 166. Ray Rogers had a great 238 game, 56 over average, and 107 pins over series average, while Jim Thomas was 68 pins over average with a 223. Charlie Tiffin ended the night with a 186, 40 over average. There were many split conversions: 2-7-8 Jon Castle; 307-10 Bill McDaniel;5-10 Russ Puzey; 5-8-10 Tuck Miller; 4-5-7 Ella Miller; 9-10 Joe Elliott and the 5-7, Harlie Huckleby.

The MS Nail Salon League has been unable to report the past few weeks, so catching up just a bit. Week of Dec 23: Donna Rayhel bowled a 606 series, with games consisting of a 185, 222, and 199. Week of Dec 30: Sandy Cunningham shot a 423 series and Marti Stanton bowled a 135 game. Week of Jan 6: Pam Jeffers bowled 201 game in a 508 series. Diana Meyers bowled a 177 game for her 175 game award. And Rayhel rolled a 234 game.

In the Thursday afternoon Senior League, Keith Carter bowled a 209 game which was 68 pins over his game average. Stan Harvey bowled a 246 game which was 71 pins over his game average, and he also had a 630 series which was 105 pins over his series total. Susan Brookins bowled a 157 game, 54 pins over her game average.

Michael Seward bowled a 232 game which was 56 pins over his game average, while, Greg Miller bowled a 229 game which was 59 pins over his game average.

Converting splits were Darlene Edwards and Harlie Huckleby, 5-7; Laura Baird 3-4-7; Ron Blagg, 4-7-10; Ida Petty, 2-7-8; John Gebhart, 3-5-10 while Fred Fultz picked up the 2-10 and the 4-5.

In the Monday Morning Ladies League in Westville, Laura Baird picked up the 5-6-10 split, While Alverta Maskel, rolled a 181, 50 pins over average.

Over in Covington, the Friday night Mixed League reports that Beth Brannin had a 169, 57 over. Chad Edmiston rolled a 203, 55 over while Darrell Edwards shot a 234, 52 over. Roger Gossett bowled a 220, 64 over, Cody Jumps 197, 52 over and Marcy McQueen 175, 55 over. Rose Schaeffhold 200, 60 over. Kevin Brannin picked up the 4-7-10 while Brian Goodwin knocked out the 5-7.

I did receive a few names from the Friday Night League here in Danville. Kevin West shot a 268, while Rich McFarland shot 216, 235 and 267 for a 713. Dorothy McFarland picked up the 3-6-7, 4-5-7 and 7-8 splits.

Fast Lanes is hot on these cold days with Zac Puralwaski setting the pace with the front 9 and going on to a 279 game followed with a 673 series. Monday saw Jennifer Crawley lead the way with a 255 game followed by Karen Porth 659 series.

Fast lanes is hosting a 7-8-9 pin doubles tournament this SATURDAY at 7:00. First place is $350.00. On 1/24 there is a RELAY FOR LIFE fundraiser at 7:00 followed by Taylor Wolfe and Flattville Road band at 9:00.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

Once again, Happy New Year to each and everyone of you, and wishing you the best year yet.

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

New Year Begins - Jan 1

May we be one of the 1^st to welcome you to 2015. I am sure many of us have set some goals. My brother has set a goal to roll a 713 series, while one of mine is a bit more simple; to roll my very 1^st 600 series. I am sure one day it will come. We do hope you are able to reach your goals in bowling. Need help in your bowling style? Go down to any of the bowling centers and watch some of the high rollers and see how they do it. I am sure many of them will be glad to give you some tips

In the Thursday afternoon Senior Allen Taylor bowled a 224 game which was 71 pins over his game average. Donna Berlin shot a 199 game which, 71 pins over her game average, while Billy McDaniel rolled a 216 game, 72 pins over his game average.

Split pick ups included Alva Gouty 4-5; Ed Reed 6-7-10; Betty Lierman 4-5-7; Marla Troyer 4-7-9; Ron Candido and John Ramsey with the 5-7; Teddy Carter 5-10; and Margo Johnson with both the 3-10, and 7-8.

In the Monday Morning Ladies League in Westville, Marilyn Tuggle picked up the 5-7 split. While Alverta Maskel, rolled a 209, 79 pins over average.

The Tuesday Nite Go Getters has Somer Weaver, the best bowler of the night rolling 64 pins over her average for a 165. Stan Harvey was 63 over for a 243. Eddie King was 57 over for a 192, while Charlie Tiffin was 51 over for a 196. Other action had Gary Holycross over his average by 45 for a 224. Also over average by 45, was Harlie Huckleby for a score of 171. Keith Carter was 42 over for a 181.

Several split conversions were made, including Dawn Stewart. It was her first night of bowling with the Go Getters and she knocked out the 4-5-7. Other combinations were destroyed, like Charlie Tiffin 3-9-10; Maggie Birge 5-7; Dot McDaniel 2-8-7; Jim Thomas 3-10 and 3-6-7-10; Deb Miller 5-6-10; Di Summer 4-9; Tuck Miller 6-7-10, and the 5-10. Somer Weaver also converted the 5-10. Greg Miller knocked out the 5-7, while Martha Elliott made the 2-7-8 split vanish.

Just a note to some of the new bowlers about bowling etiquette. Before you actually step on the approach, please make sure the adjoining approaches are clear of other bowlers, as not to distract them.

Please be ready to bowl when it is your turn. A suggestion would be is to know who you follow, and when you see them bowling, be standing near the pair of lanes. That way, when they are finished, you can have your turn.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

Once again, Happy New Year to each and everyone of you, and wishing you the best year yet.

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

Almost Perfect.....Albea Tops Out At 299 - Dec 25th

Cliff Albea from Covington recently left the 4 pin. How ever he left it after rolling 11 strikes in a row, on his was to a 299 game. Donnie Cheesman shot 299 and an 804 series two weeks ago. In Hoopeston, the Monday night ladies Karen Porth had a 253-605 followed by Susan Goble & Patty Lowe’s 198. Sunday night was led by Zach Puralwski 234 and Jeremy Lanes 222. Allen Wilson led with a 634. The ladies were led by Diana Judy with a 223 game with a 143 average. The youth keep coming as Kayla Goble had a 245-614 series and Chase Milner had a 163 game

Fast Lanes is having an 8 Pin tournament on New Year’s Eve that is open to everyone. Bowl 4 games, throw out your worst? Starting time is 7:00 and is limited to 80 bowlers. Less than 20 remain. Cost is $25.00 per person. There is a band, Past Country starting at 9:00-1:00.

In the Thursday afternoon Senior League Jan Frank bowled a 184 which was 50 pins over her game average. Bob Maxwell bowled a 231 , was 81 pins over his game average, while Raymond Berlin bowled a 189 game which was 50 pins over his game avg. Split conversions consisted of Harlie Huckleby with the 2-7-10; Martha Elliott 2-7-8; while John Ramsey, Teddy Carter, and Judy Gebhart, all with the 5-7. Marion Johnson picked up the 5-10 twice, while Ruth Campbell picked up the 3-9-10 and the 2-8-7.

The Tuesday Nite Go Getters had Harl Miller rolling 72 over average for a 208, and 52 over for a 188. Keith Carter shot a 186, 59 over. Paula Beatty soled 53 over for a 207 game. Harlie Huckleby was 52 over for a 177, Lisa Moudy 40 over for a 188, and Gary Holycross 55 over for a 233. John Mikel shot 42 over for a 192, while Whitney Tiffin rolled a 151, 49 over. Converting splits were Jim Thomas, the 4-7-7, and Martha Elliott with the 5-7, and the 7-8. Joe Pascal, the 6-7, and Harlie Huckleby, with the 5-6-10. Sue Strong converted the 5-7 while Irv Summers knocked out the 5-8-10.

In Covington’s Friday Night League, Jessica Barnes had a 185, 47 over, Johnny Fielder with a 230, 51 over, while Jim Hensley shot a 219, 53 over. Gary Edmiston picked up 3-10, Chad Edmiston 5-7, Keith Barnes 4-7-9, and Tommy Gebhart 5-7

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

Have a very Merry Christmas, and we will see you next year.

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

Sirrat Shoots Perfect Game - Dec 18th

Kyle Sirrat bowled perfect Tuesday Night in the Mutual League, well, at least one game, where he rolled a perfect game, the elusive 300.

11 year old Hoopeston girl, Kayla Goble rolled a 223, and a 245, which helped propel her to a 614 series, in the Tuesday Night Youth League. She was followed up by Mercy Linder's 201 game. Chase Milner led the boys with a 163 with a 104 average.

Sunday night's mixed league was led by Diana Judy with a 227. Mike Edwards led the men with a 269 followed by Kenny Samet's 244 and Doug Wagoner’s 626 series.

We have some results from the recently concluded Illinois State Special Olympics tourney, out of Peoria. Danville bowlers John Camarata finished in 1^st, while Jack Royster picked up 4^th. Patrick Cook, Camarata, Carl Purk, and Joe Rich comprised the 1^st place team. Congrats to the Danville contingent.

In the MS Nail Salon League, Nora Price bowled a 147 today and a 368 series, Donna Rayhel bowled a 225 game for a 527 series, while Marti Stanton bowled a 132 game.

Westville’s Monday Morning Ladies League has Laura Baird picking up the 2-7-10 split.

The Senior League had Tuck Miller shooting a 209, 70 pins over average. The following split conversions were recorded: Laura Baird, 5-6-10; Jim Thomas 5-7; Aaron Williams 5-7-9; and Barb Smith with the 5-10.

The Tuesday Nite Go Getters had Harl Miller rolling 46 over average for a 181. Joe Pascal had a 193, 66 over, Laura Baird was 52 over for a 191, while Steve Lamb was 56 over for a 196. Splits included Jim Thomas with the 5-6-10, Houston Key, the 5-7, Gary Holycross, 4-7-10, and Tracy Smith, the 3-9-10.

In Covington’s Friday Night League, Kevin Barnes rolled 235-210-248 for a 693 series, with a 188 average.(60 Darrell Edwards shot a 171-158-268 for a 597 series 87 over average. Tom Gebhart bowled a 235, 68 over, Brian Goodwin, 202, 55 over, Aaron Howard had a 235 game, 62 over, while Scottie Reinken shot 238-256 and 205, for a 699 series.

Speaking of Friday nights, Danville’s Friday Night league had Greg Miller rolling his highest series to date with a 644. His games included 216, 201, and a 227. Joe Rich picked up the 4, 9, 10.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

Great Scores Reported - Dec 11th

Do hope everyone had a great thanksgiving and are now looking forward to the Christmas holidays coming up. Thinking about that new bowling ball or two? Let your loved ones know.

Hoopeston is reporting some great action this past week, especially with Jacob White picking up the elusive 7-10 split. Dean Kregel led off the Men's league Thursday with a 276-715 series followed by Brandon Hamilton with a 270-730 Series. Chad Bruens had a 267-689 series with 9 in a row only to leave a solid 8 on his 10th ball.

Geoffery Berlin led the Sunday night mixed with a 263 but Bobby Gossett a young 19 year old got his first 600 with a 647- with games of 221-200-226 on a 168 average. Karen Porth led the ladies with a 236-587. Monday was led by Jennifer Crawley 226-610 and Kelly Thilmoney led the Wednesday night ladies with a 263-635 and Mona Birch with a 221. Helen Taflinger had a 200 game with her 145 average.

Had some good scores, however nothing beat Jacob White picking up the 7-10 split on Saturday night. Dean Kregel led off the Men's league Thursday with a 276-715 series followed by Brandon Hamilton with a 270-730 Series. Chad Bruens had a 267-689 series with 9 in a row only to leave a solid 8 on his 10th ball.

Geoffery Berlin led the sunday night mixed with a 263 but Bobby Gossett a young 19 year old got his first 600 with a 647- with games of 221-200-226 on a 168 average. Karen Porth led the ladies with a 236-587. Monday was led by Jennifer Crawley 226-610 and Kelly Thilmoney led the Wednesday night ladies with a 263-635 and Mona Birch with a 221. Helen Taflinger had a 200 with her 145 average.

The MS Nail Salon League has a few reports from this past Tuesday. Marti Stanton picked up the 5-7 split, while Donna Rayhel converted the 3-6-7. Pam Foehrer bowled a 151 game and earned the 10 award. Two bowlers earned the 175 award, Brenda Lomax, with a 193, and Sandy West with a 176.

Our Covington report has Judy Gebhart picking up the 3-9-10, Aaron Howard, the 5-7, Beth Barnes, Kevin Barns, and Rose Schaefold all picking up the 3-10. Kevin Barnes rolled a 607 series (203-204-200), Scott Reinken 679 (232-247-200) and Lea Arnold 609 (215-203-191). Jean Clifton bowled a 194 with a 126 average for 68 over, Janet McMasters bowled a 236 with a 177 average for 61 over and Katrina Edwards bowled a 193-189-235 for 617 with a 174 average. The 235 was 61 over.

In Senior League action, Susan Brookins rolled 67 pins over her average for a 169. She also bowled a 411 series, 105 pins over her series norm. Ella Miller shot a 214, 74 pins over, while Martha Elliott topped her average by 52 pins, with a 193. Splits for the day include Laura Baird with the 5-6-10, Tuck Miller, with the 4-5, Ernie Harvey with the 5-7, Jim Thomas, the 4-7-9. John Ramsey, the 3-6-7-10, Micahel Seward, the 3-7-10, and Judy Gebhart with the 4-5-7.

Finishing up with the Tuesday Nite Go Getter action, Jon Castle, 46 above with a 193. Houston Key 56 over, also with a 209. Ella Miller, 54 over with a 185, and 40 over for a 171. She was also over her series by 111 pins. Tracy Smith was 44 pins over average with a 206. Converting splits were Dot McDaniel, 5-7; Maggie Birge 3-9-10; Lisa Moudy 5-7; Joe Pascal 5-7; Jon Castle 2-4-10 and 5-7-9, and Darlene Edwards, 5-7. Rosematy Puzey, the 5-10. Irvin Summers knocked out the 5-7 to finish out the night.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

Hamilton, Gourard Roll 300 Games - Dec 4th

Do hope everyone had a great thanksgiving and are now looking forward to the Christmas holidays coming up. Thinking about that new bowling ball or two? Let your loved ones know.

Heard thru the grapevine that Brandon Hamilton rolled a 300 recently in Danville’s Mutual League, ad George Gourard did the same in the Monday Night No Tap League. Congrats to both.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

Senior Tourney Results Are In - Nov 27th

Several senior bowlers made the trek to Pekin, Il., the weekend of Nov 8^th, to participate in the State Senior Tournament. Our local seniors made a great showing, with Berlin, Maxwell, McDaniel and Miller, placing 1^st in their respective categories. Bob Maxwell placed 1^st in Men’s Class A All Events, Singles, and Doubles. Maxwell’s partner was Keith Carter. Shirley Miller garnered the first place position in the Super Senior Division for Women, while Donna Berlin took the top position in Women’s Class A All Events. Dot and Bill McDaniel teamed up to win Mixed Doubles in Class B. Berlin and Miller also placed 2^nd and 3^rd, respectively in Women’s Class A. Also placing in Men’s Class A singles was Cliff Dupree in 8^th. Congrats go out to all the seniors!

Our report from Hoopeston is the Sunday night mixed league was led by Patty Lowe with a 226 game and a 641 series while Jeremy Lanes shot a 268. John Lowe had high series with a 715 and Jeremy Lanes had a 697. On the Monday night ladies it was Jennifer Crawley leading the way with a 236 game and a 576 series while Susan Goble's 222 was her top score for the night. Will Bruens League was led by Brandon Hamilton's 269 game and 724 series. Tony Gress had a 256 game and a 620 to finish the night.

The Monday Morning Ladies League at Westville reports that Phyllis Rhutan rolled 61 pins over her average for a 205.

The Tuesday Nite Go Getters had Chris Brookins shooting 60 pins above average for a 205, and 101 pins above his series average. Harlie Huckleby was 42 over for a 162, while Maggie Birge was 54 over with a 219. Di Summers shot 45 over her average, while Joe Elliott was 41 over. Split conversions consisted of the 5-6 by Bill McDaniel, Deb Miller, and Darlene Edwards, the 4-5, Houston Key, the 4-6, Jim Thomas, the 5-10. Greg Miller, Chad Jones, Stan Harvey and Bub Tiffin, all knocked out the 5-7.

The MS Nail Salon League has Sue Strong picked up a 6-7-10 split. Connie Krabbe earned her 400 series award when she bowled a 410. Marti Stanton earned her 125 game award with a 130 game. Sue Warner earned her 175 game award with a 184 game. Donna Rayhel had a 568 series while Susan O'Herron had a 432 series.

Over at Sycamore Lanes, Covington’s Kevin Barnes shot a 230, 45 over while Aaron Howard had a 201-169-225 for a 595 series with a 172 average. Steven Jones rolled a 227, 50 over, and Cody Jumps topped out with a 220 for 77 over.

In the Thursday afternnoon Senior League, Allen Taylor bowled a game of 212 which was 58 pins over his game average. Fred Fultz shot, 55 pins over his game average. Ron Candido roled a game of 245, 56 pins over his game average. He also bowled a 672 series which was 105 pins over his series total. Donna Berlin bowled a 189 game which was 61 pins over her game average. Raymond Berlin shot a 190 game which was 55 pins over his game average, while Ron Blagg rolled a 229 game which was 59 pins over his game average. The following splits were converted: Fred Fultz, 5-7; John Gebhart, 5-10; Tuck Miller 2-5-7 and Martha Elliott, Ernie Harvey and Stan Harvey all picked up the 5-7.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

Camarata Rolls 278, Career High - Nov 20th

This week’s top bowler is from the Tuesday Nite Go Getters. John Camarata opened up in the 1^st frame of his 2^nd game, strung 10 strikes together, and finished leaving one pin standing in the 3^rd portion of the 10^th frame, with a final score of 278, and a 567 series. He was 136 pins over his game average, and 141 over his series. Other Tuesday night action included John Mikel 42 over, Melissa Castle with two 166 games, 44 pins over each game, a 175, 53 over, with a final series of 507, 141 pins above. Split conversions includes Mac McDaniel 5-7, Di Summers 5-6-10, and Bub Tiffin, the 5-10.

In other league action, the Monday Morning Ladies from Westville, has Judy Mariage rolling 60 pins over for a 180.

MS Nail Salon action had Connie Krabbe rolling a 162 to earn a 150 game Award, while Betty Rowley shot a 176 to earn a 175 Game Award.

Over the state line in Covington, Gary Edmiston shot a 265 with a 147 average for 118 over at Sycamore Lanes. Chad Edmiston had a 210 with 149 average for 61 over. Darrell Edwards rolled a 241 with 183 average for 58 over, while Janet Mcmasters had a 177-247-223-647 series with a 168 average for 79 over. Steve Russell had 522 series, Darrell Edwards had a 567 series, and Gary Edmiston had a 524.

Terry Bell Jr. bowled a game of 234 which was 51 pins over his game average. Clara Copsy rolled a 176 which was 52 pins over her game average, while Ernie Harvey shot a 224 game which was 53 pins over his game average. Split pick ups included Judy Gebhart, the 4-5-7; Bob Coburn, the 4-5; and Judy Arnett, the 6-10. The 5-7 seemed to be an easy conversion, as Keith Carter, Fred Fultz, Greg Miller, and Jim Thomas, all picked up the 5-7.

Don’t forget that Fast Lanes, in Hoopeston is going to have a 7-8-9 pin singles tournament on Saturday Night, Nov 22nd starting at 7:00. Groups may call ahead and book lanes. Cost is $25.00 per person. Turkeys will be given away also.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

Danville Seniors Travel to Pekin - Nov 13th

This past weekend, some of Danville’s Senior bowlers traveled to Pekin for their annual state tourney. The official results are not in, but I think it would be safe to say, we will have some interesting tabulations.

Fast Lanes, in Hoopeston are going to have a 7-8-9 pin singles tournament on Saturday Night, Nov 22nd starting at 7:00. Groups may call ahead and book lanes. Cost is $25.00 per person. Turkeys will be given away also.

Speaking of Hoopeston, on the Thursday Night Will Bruens’ League, it was Kyle Richards leading the way with a 244 and Andy Wallace with a 239. Chad Bruens led with a 649 series. Karen Porth led the ladies with a 226 game and on Wednesday night it was Shelia Levitt 221 & 598 series.

In the MS Nail Salon League, Dorothy Hesler picked up a 5-7-10 split today, and Roma Buese and Tamara Hathaway earned the 175 game award. Frances Miller-Hauf bowled a 412 series for a 400 Series Award and Connie bowled a 509 for 500 Series Award while Donna Rayhel bowled a 203.

Sycamore Lanes in Covington for the Friday Night League: Ron Cates with games of 205-165-233 for a 603 series, 184 over average. Scottie Reinken rolled games of 248-267-253-768 series with a 192 average. He received pins for 140 over series, 700 series, a 250 game, and the 267 was 75 over his average. John Gebhart picked up the 3-10 and the 2-7, JR Messenger picked up the 3-10, Marcy McQueen picked up the 5-10, and Rose Schaeffhold picked up the 5-10 and bowled a 194 (137Average) for 57 over.

In the Senior League, Alva Gouty bowled a 181 game. It was 80 pins over his game average. Split conversions consisted of Susan Brookins 5-6; Houston Key and Keith Carter 5-7; Gary Holycross 5-10; Bob Maxwell and Judy Gebhart the 3-10; Harlie Huckleby 3-7-10 and Margo Johnson the 4-5-7.

The MeHarry League at Lincoln Lanes had some great scores this past week. They were Joahn Pendleton 71 over average, a 268 game and a 684 series, Bobby Fauver was 68 over, for a 267 game, and a 732 series. Shannon Walls shot 62 over for a 684 series, while Beebop Tetter shot 62 over, while Doc Finch rolled a 260 game, Troy Brigham, a 693 series, and Clarice Wahlfeldt 225 game, and a 654 series.

Pin action was plenty in the Tuesday Nite Go Getter League, where Joe Elliott was 48 over for a 158. Deb Miller was 59 over with a 166, while John Camarata shot 51 pins over for a 190. Ray Rogers rolled 40 pins above with a 225, Stan Harvey, 62 over with a 243 and Melissa Castle 63 over for a 182, 47 over with a 166, for 105 pins over series average. Split conversions consisted of Jon Castle with the 3-10; Eddie King and Sue Strong 5-7; Bill McDaniel 6-10; Charlie Tiffin 5-10, Martha Elliott 9-10; Laura Baird 4-5, and 3-7; and Joe Elliott 3-6-7-10.

You can get all the columns by checking out Tuck’s Bowling for Fun blog at: http://tucksbowlingforfun.blogspot.com

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

Saturday, January 31, 2015

Jan 29th - O'Brian Rolls 300, Local Bowling Association To Move Into New Era

Jan 22nd - Lewis Shoots 290

Jan 15th - 3 person Tourney Results Are In

More Great Scores - Jan 8th

New Year Begins - Jan 1

Almost Perfect.....Albea Tops Out At 299 - Dec 25th

Sirrat Shoots Perfect Game - Dec 18th

Great Scores Reported - Dec 11th

Hamilton, Gourard Roll 300 Games - Dec 4th

Senior Tourney Results Are In - Nov 27th

Camarata Rolls 278, Career High - Nov 20th

Danville Seniors Travel to Pekin - Nov 13th

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