Pictured Is: Joseph Dunajski Of Kingman, AZ.
Tempe's Butturff, Takes Second Place At U.S. Open. Courtesy Of PBA.Com.
Reno, Nev.—Chris Via won his first career Guaranteed Rate PBA Tour title by defeating Jakob Butturff in the championship match of the 2021 U.S. Open, 214-213. Via, who has qualified for five of the last seven televised major championship finals, also earned the fifth and final spot in the PBA Super Slam, which will air live on FOX Broadcast Channel April 18 at 12:30 p.m. ET.
Via joins Kyle Troup (PBA Players Championship), François Lavoie (PBA Tournament of Champions), Tom Daugherty (Guaranteed Rate PBA World Championship) and Thomas Larsen (USBC Masters) in the Super Slam field.
The PBA Super Slam, a special event paying $100,000 to the winner, will feature all five major champions from the 2021 Guaranteed Rate PBA Tour season bowling a single game to determine seeding. The player with the lowest score will be eliminated and the four surviving players will be seeded into the semifinals.
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SFT News - Courtesy Of SFT.
Mesa - - - Our event this weekend, April 11, was at Mesa East Bowl which always has a great turn out! This was our first event of the 2021 Spring Circuit and we would have a lot of their league bowlers come out to bowl and take a stab at the prize fund. We had a 2 squad record of 113 total entries (76 qualifying and 37 parlays) with 30 cashers, a 1 in 3.77 cash ratio and a payout of over $5,700.00 in main and side event prize funds. The players bowled on a 39ft PBA Chameleon oil pattern that started off playable and opened up more and more as the day went on. While the bowling center has the characteristic of creating some hook and some high scores, the pins however, really fly and it's very easy to have too much entry angle. The cut scores for the event were all in the +30's which means players had to bowl a few pins over average per game to advance. The players all played around 12-14 at the break point, with some being further left at the arrows and others closer to the gutter and pointing it at the head pin.
We had some new bowlers join us for their first event and we want to welcome Matt Larson, Jonathan Mason, Rayland Hughes, Kevin Brooks, Justin Bauer, Cory Erickson, Dereck Chandler, Anthony Ward, Cami Garden, Trudy Milons, Anthony Milons and Samuel Steel IV who all bowled in their first event this weekend. We hope you all had a good time and look forward to seeing you at our next event. Congrats to Rayland Hughes and Samuel Steel IV who both made it to the quarterfinals in their very first event! Also, congrats to Samuel Steel for being this weekend’s only Parlay Power Player. Samuel was able to qualify for the quarterfinals off of his $25 parlay investment. Congrats to Nathan Hollingsworth for winning Momma’s Mystery Pot, with a score of 157, for $255.00!! Your winner of the free plastic ball raffle, with an option to upgrade to any Track high-performance ball for $85.00, was Rachel Weyrauch.
Since this was a 2 squad tournament, there would be no re-oil before the quarterfinals. This usually means that scores are a bit higher as the bowlers are on the double burn from the previous squads. We would cut down to the Top 2 bowlers in each Division, with the cut coming down to the third game of the quarterfinals. We would see Eric Flick (+15) emerge as the A Division #1 seed and he would have to take on James (JJ) Newell, Jr. (+3). In the B Division we would see Thomas Stead (+147) completely dominate the quarterfinals to become the #1 seed and he would have to square off with Nicholas Berhorst (+79). The C Division would see parlay power player Samuel Steel IV (+92) continue to ride his streak for the #1 seed in his first event and he would have to take on Tucson native Gary Alvarez (+72).
The Semi-Final matches would all be super close with each bowler having a chance to advance to the Finals. The A Division semi-final match would see Eric and JJ go back and forth. Both would open in the fifth frame and the deciding factor would come in the eighth frame as JJ would miss a 7-pin spare attempt to fall behind Eric. Eric would open in the tenth to give JJ a chance, but it would be too little too late as Eric would win the match 194 to 184. The B Division would be another close match as Thomas and Nick would go back and forth, but a couple of splits would keep things close. Thomas would get up in the tenth and leave the Greek Church (3-4-7-9-10), which he was unable to convert. This would give Nick a chance to get a double in order to win the match. Nick’s first shot in the tenth would come off his hand great crushing the pocket for his first strike. The second shot in the tenth would come off his hand good, but looked to sail a little long hitting the pocket light and leaving the 2-10 split, which would give Thomas the win 185 to 177. The C Division would see Samuel taking on Gary with Samuel pulling away in the middle of the match. Two missed single pin spares in the eighth and ninth by Samuel would bring the match closer as Gary would capitalize by doubling in the eighth and ninth. Samuel would finish the match first and would get nine-spare and getting 8 in the fill for 214. Gary would finish up by filling out the tenth to win the match with a score of 230.
Going into the Final match we would see Eric Flick looking at getting his hands on his 4th AHT SFT title. Both Thomas Stead and Gary Alvarez would be making their Finals debuts and were looking to win their first title and the $1,100.00 first place prize.
The Final match would start with Thomas on fire. Thomas would strike in the first three frames while Eric would struggle to get lined up and Gary would strike on the right lane, but keep making spares on the left. It looked like the match was Thomas’s to win, but a chopped 6-9-10 spare attempt would put a small stop to his run of strikes. Eric would spare and finally get his first strike in the fifth while Gary would open in the fourth. Thomas would double in the fifth and sixth and nine-spare in the seventh. Eric and Gary would both start to strike to try and catch up with Thomas. Thomas would leave an untimely split in the eighth (5-10) which he was unable to convert. This would give Gary and Eric a chance to catch up. Eric would strike in the seventh, eighth and ninth to catch up to Thomas. Gary would also double in the eighth and ninth to bring everyone within 10 pins of each other.
Going into the tenth all three bowlers had a chance to win. Eric would crush the pocket on his first shot in the tenth but would leave a stone 8-pin! He would pick up the spare and get 8 on the fill to finish at 226. Gary would get up next and would need to fill out his tenth frame to get by Eric. Gary’s first shot would look good, but hit the friction and would go high in the pocket leaving him the 3-9. Gary would hook at his spare attempt getting the ball a touch right and it would over hook and chop the 3 off the spare to leave him at 221. Thomas was working off a strike in the ninth, so all he needed to do was fill out the frame too. Thomas would throw a great shot to crush the pocket and he would get nine-open to finish at 231. This would give Thomas his first AHT SFT title and $1,100.00!!! Congrats to Eric Flick on 2nd place and Gary Alvarez for 3rd place.
Thank you to everyone that came out and made this event such a great success! We look forward to seeing you all next weekend and AMF McRay.
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UPDATED 4/4/21: TUCSON METRO USBC HONOR SCORES
2020 - 2021 BOWLING SEASON
Tucson - - - This list is for USBC High Honor scores bowled between AUGUST 1, 2020 and JULY 31, 2021 and will include 300 games and 800 series bowled during that time. New scores will be added to the list as I receive the information from our Association Manager. Once the league secretary submits the high honor scores to our Association Manager he will send them to me and I will post them for your viewing. Please refrain from posting high honor scores in the comments section of this post. We appreciate your patience as you allow us time for this process to take place. If you bowled a High Honor Score and it is not ion this list, you should check with your league secretary to see if your scores were submitted to our Association Manager for processing with USBC.
Congratulations to the following bowlers on your great scores and accomplishments!
800 SERIES
08/19 - Josh Moret - 828 - Dynamic Duo - Lucky Strike
09/01 - Scott Schoenberger - 801 - Crazy 8's - Bowlero
09/25 - C.J. Crooks - 800 - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
10/14 - Mike Cicala - 857 - RTS Pro Shop Mens - Bowlero
10/18 - Jarrod Davenport - 802 - Vegas or Bust - Lucky Strike
11/13 - Justin Espinosa - 804 - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
11/27 - Mario Ruiz - 806 - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
12/02 - Josh Moret - 848 - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
12/14 - Brian Mace - 814 - Monday VIP - Bowlero
12/21 - John Hartzell - 802 - Monday Men's Commercial - Bowlero
01/11 - Brian Mace - 800 - Monday VIP - Bowlero
02/16 - Kyle Leiffer - 856 - Eastenders - Tucson Bowl
02/20 - Tim Jacob - 806 - Tucson City Open Tournament - Bowlero
03/17 - James Kraykovich - 824 - RTS Pro Shop - Bowlero
300 GAMES
09/09 - Joel Holman - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
09/11 - Joe Angelini - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
09/18 - Melanie Kerley - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
09/18 - Matthew Heichel - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
09/20 - Jarrod Davenport - Vegas or Bust - Lucky Strike
09/20 - Del Hildebrand - Kings & Queens - Bowlero
09/23 - Matt Nenadic - Happy Golden - Fiesta
09/25 - Kenneth Lange - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
09/26 - Mark Lopez - 58th Senior Open Tournament - Bowlero
09/26 - Brian McNiff - SNL - Fiesta
10/02 - Chris McHenry - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
10/04 - Marvin Stark - Vegas Here We Come - Lucky Strike
10/06 - Frank Buck - Tuesday National - Davis Monthan
10/07 - Keith Sweeney - VAEA Vegas - Lucky Strike
10/13 - Ralph Houser - Club 55 - Cactus
10/13 - Matthew Heichel - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
10/14 - Mike Cicala - RTS Pro Shop Mens - Bowlero
10/16 - Tommy Ross - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
10/18 - Matt Devito - Monday VIP - Bowlero
10/21 - Bryan Van Sickle - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
10/26 - Joey Burke - M.L. Awesome 4 Some - Lucky Strike
10/27 - Andrew Clark - Vegas Bound - Lucky Strike
10/28 - Delano Coveris - RTS Pro Shop Mens - Bowlero
11/11 - Bryan Van Sickle - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
11/18 - Greg Chapman - PAJ/Miller Lite Classic - Fiesta
11/18 - Mike Cicala - RTS Pro Shop - Bowlero
11/20 - Bryan Van Sickle - Ed Faulk Classic - Fiesta
11/29 - Jarrod Davenport - Vegas or Bust - Lucky Strike
11/30 - Chris Davenport - M.L. Awesome 4 Some - Lucky Strike
12/02 - Damon Elauria - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
12/02 - Josh Moret - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
12/07 - Kip Price - Monday Men's Commercial - Bowlero
12/14 - Brian Mace - Monday VIP - Bowlero
01/11 - Brian Mace - Monday VIP - Bowlero
01/20 - Christopher Paige - RTS Pro Shop Mens - Bowlero
02/03 - Dean Lovelace - RTS Pro Shop Mens - Bowlero
02/10 - Bryan Van Sickle - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
02/10 - Brian Mace - RTS Pro Shop Men's - Bowlero
02/16 - Michael Ely - Vegas Bound - Fiesta
02/17 - Larry Bogstie - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
02/18 - Thomas Kanspedos - Ihop Mixed - Bowlero
02/18 - Matthew DeVito - Monday VIP - Bowlero
02/20 - Paul Holbrook - Tucson City Open Tournament - Bowlero
02/20 - Shawn Whitelaw - Tucson City Open Tournament - Bowlero
02/20 - Xavier Altamirano -Tucson City Open Tournament- Bowlero
02/23 - Matthew Holmes - EBI Elite - Fiesta
03/03 - Kolundo Clark - RTS Pro Shop - Bowlero
03/03 - Bryan Van Sickle - Wed. Night League - Tucson Bowl
03/06 - Alan Brizee - SNL - Fiesta
03/17 - James Kraykovich - RTS Pro Shop - Bowlero
03/21 - Rich Miller - 42nd Annual Open Masters - Bowlero
03/25 - Kevin Briggs - Vegas Here We Come - Lucky Strike
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Tucson Metro Announces Annual Meeting Date. Courtesy Of Tucson Metro USBC.
TUCSON METRO USBC ANNUAL MEETING NOTICE
VISCOUNT SUITE HOTEL
4855 EAST BROADWAY
TUCSON, AZ. 85711
SUNDAY, MAY 2, 2021 at 12:00 PM
Tucson - - - All Tucson Metro USBC members are invited to attend this Annual Meeting. We will elect Tucson Metro board members, State and National Delegates and discuss Tucson Metro board business. Guests must check in at the door. Only Tucson Metro sanctioned members will be allowed to vote. We thank each of you for your continued support and contributions to Tucson Metro and the local bowling community. We invite your concerns, comments, questions and suggestions. Please plan to attend. Refreshments will be served.
If you are interested in becoming a Tucson Metro USBC Board Member, please go to our website at: www.tucsonmetrousbc.com to download the board application. Applications must be mailed to the address listed or hand delivered to Al Ayala by April 1. Applications will not be accepted by email. You may also apply at any time during the year if positions remain open.
NOTICE: Consumption of alcohol, use of cell phones or other electronic devices, derogatory or disruptive actions or language and disrespect to board members and guests will not be permitted during the meeting. If you must use your cell phone please step out of the room while the meeting is in progress. Violators of any of the rules listed above will be asked to leave the room. Please be respectful of others.
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KOTH At Bowlero Bowl In Tucson. Courtesy Of Svet Vukomanovich.
Tucson - - - Hello all. King of the Hill time. On 24 April 2021 there will be a King of the Hill at Bowlero Bowl in Tucson. The start time is 12:00pm and the entry is $55.00 with an optional high game pot of $30.00. The pattern for this event is the SHARK! I hope to see everyone there. You bowl six games to qualify then the top 50% bowl 2 more game to make the step ladder finals. A flyer is attached. Looking forward to seeing everyone. Again 24 April at 12:00 pm. Spread the word and bring friends.
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MMA Annual Meeting Announced. Courtesy Of The MMA.
Mesa - - - MMA Annual Meeting May 16th, 2021 @ 1:00 PM Meeting Rooms at Bowlero Gilbert Snacks & NA Beverages will be provided.
Come out and vote for new officers/directors. Welcome our newest Hall of Fame Members as well as our Youth Bowlers of the Year. Voice your opinion, ask your questions, make some suggestions. This meeting is for the benefit of our Association and all members, and guests, are welcome to attend.
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Coaches Clinic Coming To AMF McRay Lanes. Courtesy Of Cedrick Bell.
Chandler - - - Okay guys and girls reserve the date we have Ric Hamlin of BowlTec coming to Arizona to help improve your game. We have 12 spots available @75 dollars and it includes your bowling for 2.5 hrs contact me if you like to reserve a spot @ strikezone proshop in Chandler (480)331-7827 and payments can be taken via PayPal venmo cash app or I can invoice you as well through the shop to lock your spot. Also those who know can bring me cash.
Date is May 22, 2021. Squad time is from 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm. 12 spots available.
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Metro Phoenix USBC Meeting Announced. Courtesy Of Dennis Brummitt.
March 26, 2021
Phoenix - - - Metro Phoenix USBC’s Annual meeting is soon to be upon us. This meeting is held to allow all Metro Phoenix certified bowlers the ability to be a part of the process, and to voice their concerns on how the association is managed. The members of Metro Phoenix also have the opportunity to elect board members at this meeting.
The 2021 meeting will be held May 8, 2021 100pm at the Arizona Broadway Theater, 7701 W Paradise Lane, Peoria, Arizona. Refreshments will be available, and time for questions and answers will be set aside.
Pleas join us on May 8, 2021 and support your Metro Phoenix USBC Association.
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CBE News - Courtesy Of Theo Douthit.
Sun City - - - Congrats to all of our winners today April 11. 3 winners taking adding to previous titles and 2 NEW winners today.
Here are you winners of all 5 divisions we hosted today:
Seniors 50+ was
(2nd title)
Seniors 60+ was Dave Massey (1st)
Seniors 70+ was Mike Matosich (3rd)
Women was
Rachael Berg (1st)
Open was Cortez Schenck (I lost count and too tired to count)
Full results will be posted in the next day or so.
Thank you as always to our sponsors:
with Chuck’s Painting.
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Courtesy Of Central Arizona USBC.
Flagstaff - - - Congratulations to Kyle Passey on his 300 game in the Kranky Foursome league at Starlite Lanes!.
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Courtesy Of The Kingman AZ Youth Bowling Group.
Kingman - - - This years winner of the 5 pin Joseph Dunajski from adult youth tournament.
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