<<

56 LANE STATE-OF-THE-ART-BOWLING CENTER OPEN 24 HOURS • SPECIAL GROUP RATES FOR BOWLERS

FROM FROM 10 Room Minimum. Rates are per room/per night + 9% tax. Single to quad occupancy. All group policies apply. $ $ Offer expires January 26, 2006. Not valid with any other specials. Based on availability. Rates subject to change. 69 39 Excludes holidays and Super Bowl Weekend. FRI-SAT SUN-THURS No energy surcharge.

California SINCE 1940

66th Year In Publication Thursday, August 4, 2005 11459 E. Imperial Hwy., Norwalk, CA 90650 • P.O. Box 4160, Downey, CA 90241 • Online: www.californiabowlingnews.com Office: 562-807-3600 • Fax: 562-807-2288 Lee Skow So-Cal Mars The Red Pam Riedberger Star Of the 50’s Planet Is About To Receives Award Will Be Missed By Frank Kietz Be Spectacular! For Her 812 Series DOWNEY — Lee Skow, This month and next, Earth by Sue Mellott who averaged 200 plus in the is catching up with Mars in an Westminster–Tuesday 40’s and 50’s, earning a So-Cal encounter that will culminate in evening, June 28th 2005 at Bowler of the Decade for his the closest approach between the Westminster Lanes, it was my 216 average in 1953, has died. two planets in recorded history. privilege to present Pam with 2500 E. Carson St. • Lakewood Lee, who was a Bethlehem The next time Mars may come her 800 series award from the Pam Riedberger & Sue Mellott Steel weigh-master, in his peak this close is in 2287. Due to the CWBA. This is the second time games such as these! Nice go- (562) 421-8448 was truly a Southland star. He way Jupiter’s gravity tugs on I have presented this awesome ing Pam! Pam carries a 208 av- was a company bowler, active Lee Skow Mars and perturbs its obit, as- award. What an achievement erage in the “Amy Hirt Doubles Saturday Huntington Park Elk, a sweep three points steaks were tronomers can only be certain this is for a bowler! League” where she rolled her consistant Southeast District on the house. that Mars has not come this close Pam has been bowling for series. She rolls a 15 pound No-Tap Bowling Association tourna- Lee was still active at Del Rio to Earth in the last 5,000 years, thirty years, and she is only “Storm”, that’s been drilled by ment champion and honor score Lanes until a few months ago. but it may be as long as 60,000 thirty-four. Can you believe Barry Asher & Mike Sheridan. August 6th award recipient. He started bowling at H.P. Acad- years before it happens again. this? She has been bowling since Pam also bowls in the Orange His friend, Jack Daugherty, emy. It was across the street The encounter will culmi- she was four. She started bowl- County travel league, Robby’s, 6 PM would say, “Lee is a shy guy. He from Bethlehem Steel, then he nate on August 27th when Mars ing in a Recreational League. National Men’s & Women’s wouldn’t tell you how many went to Beacon Bowl rolling big comes to within 34,649,589 She rolled the ball through her Tournaments, and also has Entry Fee:$40 rings and plaques he has. He numbers. When Beacon closed miles of Earth and will be (next legs till she was eight years old. bowled in the Junior Amateur bowls and cashes in most local, he made Gage Bowl home then to the Moon) the brightest ob- You ought to see how she rolls Tournament. state and national tournaments.” Del Rio. ject in the night sky. It will at- the ball now! She’s a left handed Pam has kept all her sanction Sidepots He and Daugherty enjoyed He really made himself at tain a magnitude of -2.9 and will bowler and rolls a beautiful ball. cards since she started at the age bowling for Jack Diamond’s home in all the Southeast Dis- appear 25.11 arc seconds wide. She has had two 299 games, no of four. She sanctioned every Optional Steak House in the Greater l.A. trict centers — yes, he’ll be At a modest 75-power magnifi- 300’s, but has a 800 series. Here year. What a dedicated league Traveling League. If we’d missed. cation. are the three games Pam rolled bowler! 6 Games Mars will look as large as the when she achieved this great I enjoyed our visit Pam, and SST Travels to full moon to the naked eye. Mars series, a 244, 280, and 288. I can hope I will see you soon with a Attention Orange will be easy to spot. At the be- only dream about bowling 300 award. Bragging ginning of August it will rise in Del Rosa Lanes in County Bowlers the east at 10:00 p.m. and reach Citrus Belt Hall of WESTMINSTER — All Or- its azimuth at about 3:00 a.m. Doc, Ellie Pellettieri San Bernardino ange County bowlers holding By the end of August when Famer Bob Osborne Rights by Paula Vidad ABC, WIBC, YABA or USBC the two planets are closest, Mars Win So-Cal SAN BERNARDINO–The membership are invited to at- will rise at nightfall and reach Dies of Heart Attack Super Senior Tour will hold its tend the 1st Annual Meeting of its highest point in the sky at Senior Mixer RIVERSIDE, CA — Jason 4 - Game Scratch monthly tournament this week- the Orange County USBC As- 12:30 a.m. That’s pretty conve- LAKE FOREST — Doc and Altman, Executive Director of end, August 6-7, 2005 at Tom Ellie Pellettieri have been bowl- the Bowling Proprietors Ass’n Cristi’s Del Rosa Lanes. Super sociation, Inc. at Westminster nient to see something that no Saturday, July 30th Lanes, 6451 Westminster Blvd., human being has seen in re- ing in Southern California a long of So. Calif. informed members Senior Corky Demaio and Jun- time starting with the space and ior Division Tony Rodriguez, Jr. Westminster at 9:00 a.m. Sun- corded history. So mark your this week with the following will be on hand to defend their day, August 28, 2005. calendar at the beginning of aircraft industry leagues — notice. at 1:00PM titles. The agenda includes passage August to see Mars grow pro- never a title. Ladies and Gentlemen: Thanks to Jan & Sue Niblett of by-laws, election of the gressively brighter and brighter Not until they bowled in the It is with great sadness that I of Luster Cote, Inc., there will Board of Directors and Officers. throughout the month. recent Forest Lanes hosted So- inform you of the untimely pass- $40.00 Entry be $500 added to the prize fund. For further information, call the Share this with your children Cal Senior Bowling Club Mixed ing of my good friend and col- Members entry is only $135 and Assocation office at 714-554- and grandchildren. No one alive Doubles —they won. Doc said, league and longtime bowling 1st time guests can bowl for $500.00 1st Place 0111 or 714-554-1880. today will ever see this again. “It was Ellie’s scores that did it”. industry veteran Robert (Bob) $140. Mail your check in early They cashed for $105 with a Osborne. Bob passed away af- for a chance to win a FREE 1374 score. Ellie opened with a Top 5 to TV Style Storm Bowling Ball on Saturday ter suffering a massive heart at- thanks to Ricky Corona of Storm Forest Lanes 214, Doc a 135. The second tack early yesterday morning, Products and Dexter Shoes. No-Tap Time game, Ellie a 209, Doc a 172 and July 27, 2005. Roll-off On Gold Pins Saturday’s action will see 10 Six Gamer in the third game, Doc came to Bob most recently served as games of qualifying, 5 at 10am the rescue with a 203. General Manager of Brunswick and 5 at 2pm. The top finalists August 6th At Cal Bowl Doc added, We bowled at Moreno Valley Bowl. Prior to FRIDAY will return on Sunday at 9AM LAKE FOREST, CA — LAKEWOOD, CA — Cal Imperial Bowl across from LAX that he worked for many years for match play competition. Del Scratch bowlers love the six Bowl’s monthly 6 Game No-Tap in El Segundo for MacDonald as a District Manager for the NO-TAP Rosa Lanes is located at 1499 game format at Forest Lanes. will hit the boards August 6th. Douglas, yes, in the 50’s. Active West chain before its sale E. Highland Ave., San Bernar- A cool Saturday night event de- Now they are regulars in the 3 GAMES dino, CA 92412. Exit Del Rosa Plus the many ways to cash. to AMF. Bob was a board mem- Ave. off the 30 freeway, go Optional sidepots, blocks and signed for bowlers who love Leisure World leagues at Forest ber and past Secretary/Treasurer Every Friday South, turn right on Highland brackets keeps the tournament NO-TAP. Lanes. of our association. At 1:00 PM Ave., bowling center is on the computer busy. Check-in starts at 5:00 p.m. In second place for $98 with Bob was a true gentleman left. Phone: (909)886-4675 Gen- Get there early, practice a on Saturday and the tapping gets a 1338 was Derald Plount and and one of the nicest individu- eral Manager – Mary Cassin game and sign-up at 12:30 p.m. under way at 6. Warren Robinson and third, Earl als I have ever met. He epito- $15 ENTRY FEE The SST is open to men 45- to bowl at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, The entry fee is $40. Sidepots Hullett and Josh Hudson, 1323 mized not only what this indus- 59, women 40-49 in the Junior August 6th. are optional. Six games? Plenty for $95. Low to cash: 24th place try, but what humanity, is all Includes Singles, 3-6-9 Division and the Super Senior The entry fee is $50, other of ways to cash and get your 1205. about. Division is men 60+ and women money back. According to Jean Leath, di- Sidepots, Insurance 50+. The tournament is open to action is pay and play. In lieu of flowers, the fam- all ABC and WIBC cardholders. Mario will be the pay master The number to reserve a spot rector, and wife of founder Jim ily has requested donations in & Scratch Series For more information, con- on this one. is 562-421-8448. Leach the club started in 1979 Bob’s name to the California tact SST President, Dave Gulley Want directions, reservations Check out the other fun stuff at Cal Bowl. The next event will Diabetes Foundation, 2275 3-6-9 Pot = $811.00 (949) 677-6424 or visit or our or a weather report, call 949- at Cal Bowl or join a winter be in October 24-27, 2005 at Huntington Drive #207, San website:www.SuperSeniorTour.ws 770-0055. league coming up next month. Riverside Lanes. Marino, CA 91108. Forest Lanes 6 Gamer Entry Fee: 1PM • Saturday, Aug. 6th $50.00 $300.00 1st Place Guaranteed OPTIONAL - Sidepots $6 - Blocks $4 - Brackets $5 • Call Mario at (949)770-0055 for more info. Page 2 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 Join us for our all-new COSMIC BOWLING Light Show! The Very Best of Laughlin… EVERY FRIDAY AND Riverside Lanes! • State-of-the-Art Brunswick SATURDAY NIGHT AT… Equipment • Frameworx Automatic Scoring • Full Service Pro Shop • 34 Lanes • Snack Bar • 1404 Rooms & Suites • 6 Plex THX Movie Theatre RIVERSIDE LANES • 7 Restaurants • 3 Lounges Book Sweepers or Group Reservations • 2 Nightclubs • 740 Space RV Park 1-888-590-2695 (Full-Hook-Up) • Large Arcade • Hall of Fame Bar • Race & Sports Book • Don’s Kid Kastle (supervised children’s play center) • 2 Classic Auto Exhibit www.bowllaughlin.com Showrooms (Free Admission) Thursday, August 4, 2005 BOWLING NEWS Page 3

Make Your League’s Sweeper Special at

BOWLING CENTER BOWLING CENTER BOWLING CENTER 70 Lanes 70 Lanes 64 Lanes

Bowl at Las Vegas’ All Centers Feature Finest Centers Meeting Room Facilities Snack Bar # Voted 1 Since 1989 Lounge by RJ Readers and Staff Polls Full-Service Pro Shop

Reserve Your League’s Sweeper Date Now Call Wayne Daley, Group Coordinator at 1-888-365-7111 Ext. 6437

Coming Early 2006

64-Lane Bowling Center Page 4 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 Bowling Still A “People” Business ORLANDO, Fla.–Coaches and pro shop employees must inspire their customers and re- member that bowling is a “people” business, said Profes- sional Bowlers Association President and Chief Executive Officer Steve Miller in his ad- dress today to coaching and pro shop professionals. Miller was the main speaker for today’s conclusion to the 15th annual International Bowl- ing Pro Shop and Instructors Association International Edu- cational Conference and third annual Bowling Coaches Sum- mit at the Wyndham Orlando Resort. Nearly 300 coaches and pro shop personnel from around the world attended the three-day BRIDGETTE HOSKINS–Manager of Pizza Hut inside Key- event. stone Lanes fullfils dream. Bridgette started bowling at the age of “Inspiration and aspiration 5 at Arena Bowl. At age 14, kept score for the leagues, and upon are two critical elements in reaching 16, she was the daytime deskperson. In 1997, when Arena coaching and business,” said Bowl closed, she became Del Rio Lanes smiley deskperson. After Miller, 61, a five-time National 4 years of answering phones and collecting money, she was ready Collegiate Athletic Association for a complete change. Why not manage a Pizza Hut? Coach of the Year. “That athlete The Dream? To bowl a 700 series. On July 20, bowling in the must be inspired by something. “Super Vegas” League at Del Rio - Her 243, 210, 251 - 704 fullfilled As far as coaching is concerned, her desire. Hard to average over 180 year after year and not shoot you must understand the tech- 700. Congrats from all your bowling family and friends. nical aspects (of bowling). P.S. Happy Birthday Bridgette.... -The Bowling News - You’re coaching people. You’re not coaching technique.” LAS Daniels Chrisman The former Nike executive VEGAS related the idea of inspiration Appointed To USBC and aspiration to the ups and TRAVEL downs of the PBA Tour, which LEAGUE Board of Directors is battling to regain its once By Alice GREENDALE, Wis. - The mighty popularity with the gen- Meglemre United States Bowling Congress eral public. The PBA as a “club” Board has selected Barbara that primarily served its mem- LAKEWOOD- The 48th Chrisman, Pleasant View, Utah, bers was not generating excite- season starts Monday, August 8, and Perry Daniels, Carrollton, ment with the public * especially for the 16-team Las Vegas Trav- Texas, to join the USBC Board on television * like other profes- eling league and Cal Bowl will of Directors. sional sports, he said. be hosting center the first three The USBC Board of Direc- “Having a membership club weeks, August 8-15-22. tors is made up of 24 active is neither an inspiration nor an Rossmoor Bowl will close bowlers and bowling enthusiasts aspiration,” he said. “We’re get- out the month, August 29, and who focus on governance and ting closer to pro sports, but it’s then the league will take it’s only strategic direction. The Board a struggle.” bye for the season on Labor Day seeks to direct the future path to However, the PBA is mak- September 5. The league then “Grow the Sport” while admin- ing headway as evidenced by resumes bowling it’s 33-week istering rules and policies; cre- several statistics he displayed, schedule on September 12 at ating a vision, mission and val- including a 62 percent increase Westminster Lanes. ues; and providing financial in TV household audience in the Many of the league members oversight. 2004-05 season versus the 2000- are still bowling summer Chrisman successfully man- 01 season. leagues so subs will be needed aged and operated her own in- Like the PBA, coaches and See past and current issues online at: the opening three weeks. Penny dustrial supply company and in pro shop employees must deal Hirsch is recovering well from 1985 Chrisman and her husband with a changing world, Miller her recent heart attack but has Bill started Storm Products, Inc. said. “If you’re doing the same not yet been released to bowl Through her business knowl- dance you did five years ago, www.californiabowlingnews.com and Margo Martin will undergo edge and bowling awareness, you better learn some new foot surgery that will prevent her she assisted in growing Storm steps,” he said. “If you live in from bowling for two months.. Products, Inc. from an unknown the past, you’ll miss the future.” Fortunately, Lu Colussi and entity into an internationally rec- Miller also addressed the Betty Klemin are responding to ognized manufacturer of bowl- absence of a women’s profes- their heart medication that per- ing balls, bags and accessories. sional bowling tour. “The fact mits them to be on deck open- With a genuine concern for the that there’s not a women’s tour ing day and Diane Elkins has sport of bowling Chrisman was is a travesty,” he said. “Where’s bounced back from her open instrumental in developing the inspiration and aspiration for heart surgery to join the sub list. sponsorship programs for all ar- young girls?” PRESENTS: Jay Haggerty is doing well con- eas of bowling competition. She Ultimately, whether it’s the verting to left handed bowling is an advisor to the International business of coaching, pro shops, 820 Classic because medics forbid her to use Bowling Museum and Hall of professional bowling, athletic her right arm, and the rest of us Fame board and has been an in- shoes or any other product, it’s that suffer from various ailments vited industry advisor to the the people in the business that $20,000 1st Place will be right there beside them. Bowling Proprietors Association matter most, Miller said. You know, maybe be should re- of America. Being the first “There are no great busi- Estimated Prize Fund Based on 24 Teams name the league the hospital manufacturer to serve on the nesses, no great jobs,” he said. • “820” 4 Person Scratch League • Monday Nights handicap league. USBC Board, she will bring “There are only great people. • Meeting Date: August 29th, 2005 @ 7:30PM We hope to have enough valuable insight from an impor- People have an incredible capac- • Starting Date: September 12th, 2005 @ 7:30PM subs to cover the first month. So tant segment of the bowling in- ity to got things done.” • $50.00 Sponsor Fee Guarantees Team Spot far, so good, but the current sub dustry, however, in insuring the The people in the bowling • LAST PLACE GUARANTEED 50% RETURN ON LEAGUE FEES!!! list is depleted at this writing and neutrality of USBC’s business * professional bowlers, • League Fees will be $30.00 per night per bowler we are looking for more bowlers rulemaking authority, will not be league bowlers, coaches, pro Entering Average Requirements: to help us out. How about you? party to rulemaking discussions shop personnel, proprietors and Please call Meglemre at (562) or decisions affecting ball manu- others - all have a chance to ac- 1. Current Casino Classic Average 423-1567 if you can bowl the facturers. complish great things together, 2. Highest Book Average for the last three years 02-03, 03-04 & 04-05 next three Monday mornings Daniels has been involved in he said. 3. All Book Averages below 175 will enter league at “175” (10 a..m.) at Cal Bowl. The National Bowling Associa- “What’s good for the PBA is 4. No Book Averages from a “Sports Condition” league will be used. CONDOLENCES tion for nearly 30 years as a ultimately good for bowling,” he 5. 5 pin drop rule will apply to two non casino classic members per team Deepest sympathy is ex- member, and during that time said. “We are substantively bet- tended to Wanda Baca and her has held TNBA leadership po- ter than other sports. I think we For more information contact Kim Iesberts at Arrowhead Lanes family in the tragic death of her sitions such as National Presi- have the opportunity to be some- Visit us on the web at Arrowheadlanes.amfcenters.com grandson, Michael Tetreault Jr. dent, Southern Regional Tourna- thing special.” Michael, age 25, was sched- ment Director, National King Miller was the last in a lineup AMF Arrowhead Lanes uled to be discharged from the and marketing director. He re- of heavy hitters from the sport 299 W. Orange Show Rd., San Bernardino, CA Marines in a few weeks and was tired from IBM Corporation of bowling, a schedule that also killed last Saturday when he was with 30 years of service and had included United States Bowling Phone: 909-889-0355 • Fax: 909-381-0121 struck by a truck while riding his owned his own service industry Congress CEO Roger Dalkin motorcycle. Wanda and the fam- business for five years. and PBA Hall of Famer Carmen ily are still in a state of shock. “Barbara and Perry are great Salvino. He is survived by his wife, additions to the board,” said Nancy, and many family mem- USBC President Michael “I” REMEMBER... bers. The wake and funeral plans Carroll. “They bring a blend of WHEN I bought my first are pending at this writing and industry knowledge, business pair of high-top Hyde black they will be announced in the acumen and bowling enthusiasm bowling shoes, price $25 add Press Telegram when finalized. that will grow the USBC”. 10% West of the Rockies. Thursday, August 4, 2005 BOWLING NEWS Page 5 American Bowlers Tournament Association

BOB SMITH P.O. Box 3721, Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 • 562-868-7164 • FAX: 562-929-2706 • www.abta1.com Warner! Wins ABTA Title at Premiere Lanes Match Game is $3,500 at Valley View Lanes this week Match Series carries over/3-6-9 is now $1,200 this week SANTA FE SPRINGS–Rich their game so we expected a the Las Vegas Event. Warner hadn’t done too well in good match. Romero led off Thanks to Premiere, Peggy, Manny and staff for being great hosts. We will his prior tournaments at Pre- with a strike, Warner a strike, return there on the next schedule. miere Lanes. But he made up for Ping then struck and opened and It is history folks, as Rich Warner that in a resounding title win. He the roof came down on him as enters the archives as our latest three time won his third ABTA title down- Warner fired up a huge 6 bagger ABTA Champion at Premiere Lanes. This Saturday we will visit popular ing top seed Ping Romero by a to take a huge lead. Ping gave it Valley View Lanes in Garden Grove in a 278-202 count to take home a his all and finished at 176/202 one day event. Valley View is easily free- nice prize of $2,400 including a to Warner’s big 259/278 game. way accessed and located at 12141 Val- $100 bonus for using a Colum- The title went to the young ley View Blvd in Garden Grove. It is free- way accessible from the 22 freeway, take bia”300” ball. gentleman from Placentia and Valley View 1 1/2 miles north. The Phone Rich hardly misses an ABTA deservedly so. This is Richards’s there is 714-898-2507 event, showed up for the 7 PM third ABTA title and he has been Please see our ad in the Bowling Squad bowling a fine +101 to on a roll. His previous wins have News on this tournament for information and check in early this week Aug. 13, we make the semis. The scoring was been at La Habra 300 3 years visit the Bowlium in Montclair in another good, men taking +47, and the ago and last year at Bowling one day event. Then Aug. 20 we bowl at ladies +10 to make the semifi- Square. So he spreads his good Forest Lanes with the handicap frozen for nals board. bowling around the southland. the Labor Special Event Sept 2-3-4 at West Covina Lanes. There is a $4,000 Rich topped a nice turnout of The crowd was appreciative of min. top prize in that one with up to 202 entrants at Premiere, the his fine performance. Great $8,000 1st with bonuses. Prepay Your popular center located in Santa Bowling Richard on a title well first entry of $71 for a $300 Bonus for Fe Springs. 49 bowlers ad- deserved. He now likes Premiere starts For further information call the ABTA at 562-868-7164 or see the web vanced to semis which also Lanes :-) Congrats to You. Great site at abta1.com Until then! added Super Seniors Kenny bowling by Ping Romero who The ABTA League will be a 775 Puleston, Ely Cruz, and Dodie is also an ABTA regular and Scratch Mixed (any combo). Thurs eves Sajonas, to the board. Each week ABTA league bowler. Ping is a at Valley View Lanes. Anyone wanting team, or individual spots contact the the ABTA adds two male and two time titleist. Great shooting ABTA ASAP. The meeting is Aug. 25 at one lady Super Senior to the by J. T. Jackson in 3rd who has 6:30PM. League begins Sept. 8th. Semis over and above the regu- been on fire since Las Vegas. $10,000 1st with 28 teams and great pay- lar qualifiers. Men must be 63+ ABTA Notes: Tourney Hi Qualifiers offs all down the line. For further infor- mation call the ABTA at 562-868-7164 and Ladies 55+ for this perk. were Don Johnson Sr. (men) +151, and Anna Borro-meo led the ladies +62. They or see the website at abta1.com Until Leading the Semis was the will receive paid entries. then! pride of Carson, Mr. Ping The optional doubles were a family Romero +170, he sat out and affair as the Johnsons Don Sr. and son bowled for the title, with Warner, Donnie had a huge 1457 as they paired up and won $130. We paid 9 places with ABTA Winter who had a +124 receiving a first $740 in doubles action at Premiere. Chris round bye in the top 16 single Ko was last standing in the 3-6-9 going elim finals. It took a +46 for the for $1,100 this week. He missed on shot League Meeting men, and -12 for the three guar- #4, so we will have a sweet $1,200 in the 3-6-9 pot this Saturday in our One Day anteed ladies to make the top 16 Event at Valley View Lanes Lanes in Gar- Thursday Aug 25 AMERICAN BOWLERS TOURNAMENT ASSOCIATION single elims. den Grove. (At Premiere Lanes) July 30, 2005 The top sixteen took to the The Match Game 3 worth $3,500 FINAL STANDINGS Begins Sept.8 1. Richard Warner 724 $1,000.00 ABTA Visits Bowlium Lanes In lanes, and losing in round one drawn by Warner was an unmatched 220. Cash & Carry 1,200.00 So we will have $3,500 in the Match GARDEN GROVE–The ABTA Columbia Ball 100.00 of the single elims finals were Game at Valley View with a carryover Winter League will have it’s meet- 2. Ping Romero 770 500.00 3. J.T. Jackson 708 205.00 Inland Empire Next Week Tommy Newman, Anna already at $905 and the other balance ing Thurs eve August 25 at 6:30PM 4. Alan Aguilar 652 115.00 Borromeo, Patricia Lin, Dan going to a back up pot. and will start Thurs. Sept. 8 at Val- 5. Alejandro Vela 650 115.00 The Match Series was also un- ley View Lanes in Garden Grove. 6. Steve Bryant 698 105.00 New Members Join For Special $5 This Week Only Gartin, Billy Chau, Roland 7. Jeff Taino 687 105.00 matched as the 701 drawn by Don This is a 775 Mixed (any 8. Don Johnson Sr. 658 105.00 MONTCLAIR–The ABTA Brackets, Match Game 3, Match Suase, ,and Seul Kim being Johnson Sr. was not hit. We have a $274 Combo) and open to ABTA Bowlers 9. Ben Hurtado 647 105.00 eliminated, and they got $100 carryover in the Match Series for this and ABTA Eligible Bowlers only. 10. Billy Chao 680 100.00 will visit the Citrus Belt and Series, Optional Doubles and 11. Roland Suase 679 100.00 finishing in 10-16th places. week also. With only 28 teams the league 12. Dan Gartin 677 100.00 popular Bowlium Lanes Lanes the 3-6-9 rolloff Round two had Warner en- The Columbia 300” ball of the week will pay $10,000 1st Place and will 13. Seul K. Kim 657 100.00 next Saturday August 13 in a Side Pots are only $2.00 per went to ABTA regular Terry Tucker, only bowl 34 weeks. 10 teams will 14. Tommy Newman 646 100.00 ter the field and down Ben 15. Patricia Lin 637 100.00 One day event. New members game and there are Guaranteed whose daughter was selected to draw for make the Finals Roll offs. The top 2 16. Ana Borronmeo 588 100.00 Hurtado in a big way 278-208. the ball and guess what ? She drew dad teams in each round (4 rounds) and 17. Ted Evans 644 80.00 join for a reduced special of for $100 at 5:30 PM and $150 at odds of 202-1. Terry thanks Columbia two wild card teams with most points 18. Gilbert Liu 628 77.50 $5.00 with Seniors Men 55+ and at 7:00 PM Alejandro Vela got to Jeff Taino 19. Filbert Tjakra 616 75.00 218-216. Speedy Bryant got up- 300 our Sponsor for the fine prize. while not being 1st, or 2nd in the 20. Fred Galvan 615 72.50 Ladies 49+ free membership. The tournament will guaran- Champion Richard Warner hails four rounds will roll-off. 21. Robert Mercado 614 70.00 The Squads for this One day tee $3,400 Prize fund Min. and set by “the Dragon” Alan from Placentia, and used a Columbia Pro- Make plans to field your team 22. E.J. Rogers Jr. 610 67.50 23. Steve Hower 609 65.00 event are 1-2:30-4-5:30 & 7 Pm 1st place is guaranteed at $1,000 Aguilar 176-173. J. T. Jackson fessional drilled by Roger Kosaka at for this fun, great paying League 24. William Ele 606 65.00 bumped off Don Johnson Sr. Beverly Lanes. He is single Ladies! He which will begin the first Thursday 25. Lito Dizon 605 62.50 with 3-6-9 rolloff at 8:45PM and and up to $2,400 can be won thanks Brian, K. C., Kristy, Greg, Gina, after Labor Day, September 8th. Last 26. Marvin Crowder Sr. 596 62.50 213-173. The losers of round 27. Vic Garcia 595 60.00 Semis/finals to follow. with the Bonuses. Bob, and staff, and his Mom Tylene, for years winter teams have preference, 28. Paul Passarino SS 593 60.00 The ABTA is open to all BOWLIUM is located at two got checks of $105 each in her support. and if reserved, can get a guaranteed 29. Val Wise 589 57.50 places 6-9th. Ping Romero is from Carson, and an a spot. Details are being worked out 30. Rico Cayton SS 588 57.50 bowlers up to 208 average (no 4666 Holt Ave in Montclair. 31. Terry Massengill 587 55.00 Round three saw Warner ABTA regular also (one of the bowling for at least a $10,000 first Prize. 32. John Gonzales 584 55.00 PBA, WPBA) with separate Phone is 909-626-3528. To Get bowl tough in a big 267-182 win Romeros) Ping,, brothers Chris, Roger, Based on 30 teams. Bracket Monies 33. Esther Tambio SS 583 52.50 boards for men and women. there take 10 freeway to Monte Roger’s son, and Nephew Gil are all are added, 50/50’s and The ABTA 34. Ely Cruz SS 575 50.00 over Vel. J. T. Jackson and the 35. Dodie Sajonas SS 563 49.00 Super Seniors: 2 men and 1 lady Vista, South 1 mile to Holt, then ABTA blue bloods. He is happily mar- will add some cash also. Valley view 36. Gil Romero 563 49.00 Dragon tied at 191 with J. T. ried with three kids. He used an Ebonite is located at 12141 Valley View Bl 37. Tim Austin 562 49.00 also to be added to the semifi- right or 60 freeway to Ramona drilled by Tony at Gardena Bowl. He in Garden Grove, and is freeway ac- 38. Roger Wrase 560 48.00 nals. Super Seniors are men 63, north 2 miles to Holt then right winning a 9-10 frame roll off to 39. Michael Kong 559 47.00 advance. The losers got $115 in thanks Premiere for hospitality, the ABTA cessible from the 22 freeway. Take 40. Michele Tucker 60% 552 28.25 and Women 55+. See our ad in this paper or for a good event, and family for support. Valley View 1 1/2 miles north. The 41. Irene Whitney 549 46.00 Optionals in the ABTA are website www.abta1. com or call 4th and 5th place, with Warner He is happy for Richard’s win! Phone there is 714-898-2507 42. Fernando Alatorre 548 46.00 43. Brandon Owens 541 45.00 fun and many with Side Pots, the ABTA 562-868-7164. and J. T. Jackson to meet for the Ironically,if I remember correctly Ping The ABTA tournament will 44. Donnie Johnson 535 45.00 right to bowl Ping Romero in the and Richard’s mom Tylene are co work- ironically be at Valley View Lanes 45. Inno Harmon 526 44.00 ers.:-) this Saturday in a One-Day Event. 46. Glenn Matsumoto 516 44.00 title game . 47. Natalie Perenishiko 510 44.00 J. T. Jackson is from Sherman Oaks See the ad in this paper for de- 48. Ken Puleston SS DNS FE The Title Match was set and and single ladies! He used an arsenal of tails and plan for your team for the 49. Kerrie Mitchell DNS FE both bowlers are well-known balls drilled by Rusty at the Pro Zone.. Winter league. Teams will be signed DOUBLES 1. Don Johnson Sr./ and respected in the ABTA. In He thanks his fans from Bacardi & Cola, first come first serve! Donnie Johnson 1457 130.00 fact are friends and ABTA and his mom Barbara Winters for sup- More good News is that Valley 2. Jeff Taino/ port. J. T. is likeable and has many friends View is having brand new lanes in- Gil Romero 1367 110.00 league members and were on 3. Glenn Matsumoto/ in the ABTA and has been on fire since stalled in the end of this month! Terry Massengill 1365 100.00 4. Ping Romero/ Gil Romero 1365 100.00 5. Filbert Tjakra/ Inno Harman 1357 80.00 6. Roger Wrase/ Steve Bryant 1319 70.00 7. Michael Kong/ Gilbert Liu 1316 60.00 8. Rey Josafat Jr./ Glenn Matsumoto 1313 50.00 9. Rey Josafat Jr./ Terry Matsumoto 1312 40.00 FINANCIAL REPORT Cut Scores Men: +47, Women: +10 Super Seniors: Ely Cruz, Ken Puleston, Dodie Sajonas HIGH QUALIFIER - FREE ENTRY Men: Don Johnson Sr. +151 Women: Ana Borromeo +62 SPECIAL AWARDS 3-6-9 Chris Ko 50.00 This week it is 1,200.00 MATCH GAME — 220 No winner This week it is 3,500.00 In reserve 905.00 MATCH SERIES — 701 No winner This week estimated at 600.00 COLUMBIA 300 BALL Terry Tucker Prize Fund, 202 4,846.00 Paid Entries, 16 @ $44.00 704.00 Optional Sidepots 1,225.00 Doubles 740.00 Brackets 8,135.00 3-6-9 50.00 Warner Wins First ABTA Title at Premiere (L-R) J. T. Jackson 3rd, Richard Warner Shirt & Trophy 88.00 Cash & Carry 1,200.00 (Champion) Deborah Sanders ABTA Director, and Ping Romero (runnerup) TOTAL PAID OUT $16,988.00 Page 6 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 An Ideal Day WCST Ebonite Singles Getting Ready For Linbrook Bowl, Anaheim, August 13-14 For Dan! by Dick Sanders SAN DIEGO–The NABI ANAHEIM–On the week-end of August 13-14, the WCST will return to Linbrook Bowl in Anaheim, CA. This tournament is spon- San Diego tournament action sored by our coverage sponsor Ebonite International, and 4 more was at Parkway Bowl this past bowling balls at the special discount prices will go on sale on Sat- weekend, & Dan Eide “climbed urday, August 13th. $1600.00 is now in the added money kitty from the ladder” to claim his first these sales. Our goal by the end of the November tournament will NABI championship. Dan be a total of $2500,00 to that fund for the final singles tournament bowled exceptionally well, be- of the year for current WCST Members only that have had bowled cause as the #4 seed he had to in at least 4 WCST tournaments this year. The center this event win four matches to take home will be held at will be La Habra “300” Bowl on the week-end of the top prize. His effort was re- December 17-18. The singles event at Linbrook will be two squads for qualifying warded as he not only received on Saturday, August 13th. The maximum field for each squad is 40 $1000 for finishing first, he also bowlers made up of the ages of 45 to 59 for the regular division, collected $500 by shooting 300 and ages 60 and up for the super senior division. with handicap in game #3. “A” Squad to bowl their first 5 games on lanes 21-40, starting at PLUS, he earned an additional 9:00AM, and then the “B” squad to follow on the same lanes for bonus of $200 for being a “Fre- their 5 games, starting at 11:30AM. quent Bowler”! All in all an In the afternoon, the “A” squad bowls their final 5 games on ideal afternoon for Dan! lanes 1-20, starting at 1:00PM, and the “B” squad to follow on the The top 5 field was rounded same lanes at 3:30PM. The Finals on Sunday, August 14th will bowl on the low side of out by Norm Rauch, Nick the center beginning at 8:30AM. Inganna, Phil Horn & Chuck The Entry Fee for this tournament is $165.00 for current WCST Shoaf. Members, Guests to add $15.00 to that fee. For Reservations and $50 guaranteed sidepots choice of squad, call the WCST Office at 760-363-8141, or mail were collected by Bob Ulery, your entry fee now to WCST, 10888 West Drive #3, Morongo Val- Mike Lopez, Peter Nash, ley, CA 92256. Inganna, Horn, Shoaf, Rauch & The Following week-end August 20-21, the WCST-Ebonite Singles will be at Orleans Casino Hotel in Las Vegas. A special 5 Eide (2). th Bob Selner was the only game singles sweeper on Friday, August 19 , to start at 2:30PM. Call the WCST Office now at 760-363-8141 for information on bowler to strike in the 3rd, 6th & th how you may enter one or both events. 9 of game #2, so the $150 avail- (NOTE) There are more than the 42 teams signed up for Buena able in the 3-6-9 pot was all his. Lanes, Ventura, CA WCST-Ebonite All Star Doubles for Septem- The next NABI tournament ber 17-18. Those teams that have signed up, to guarantee your spot will be August 6th at Admiral into the tournament, please mail in one half of your team’s entry Robinson Center on the 32nd St. fee which is $165.00 or the full amount of $330.00. Naval Base. Details are in- WCST, 10888 WEST DRIVE #3, MORONGO VALLEY, CA cluded in our ad in this newspa- 92256. THE TEAMS THAT PRE-PAY FOR THIS TOURNA- per. See you at Admiral MENT WILL BE GUARANTEED A SPOT IN THE DOUBLES. Robinson …. we’ll save a cookie for you! SHOOTOUT EVERY SUNDAY @ 6:00PM ENTRY FEE: $20.00 BLIND DRAW • SCRATCH MATCH PLAY See past and current issues online at: NEXT TOURNY AUGUST 7TH, 2005 ACTION LANES 10534 Lower Azuza Road, El Monte, CA 91731 (626) 350-8831 • FAX (626) 350-8852 www.californiabowlingnews.com Thursday, August 4, 2005 BOWLING NEWS Page 7 Saturday September 24, 2005

at Brunswick Covina Bowl 1060 W. San Bernardino Rd. Covina, CA 91722 Tournament at 1:00 p.m. Luncheon at noon Celebrities Include: JAMES AVERY GORDON CLAPP FRESH PRINCE OF BEL AIR NYPD BLUE DANNY WOODBURN SIENFELD ASHLEY DRANE BILL BROCHTUP CHARMED,BECKER,BAYWATCH,EARLY EDITION, BLUE COLLAR TV, NYPD BLUE THINGS YOU CAN TELL JUST BY LOOKING AT HER THAT’S SO RAVEN

CAROLANN DIPIRRO KEVIN DOBSON ENYA FLACK SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE ONE LIFE TO LIVE CBS SPORTS CROCKER,KOJAK,KNOTS LANDING CORRESPONDENT PLUS MANY MORE! A fundraising event to benefit FAP, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the quality of lives of those affected by HIV/AIDS.

For more information or to register call: All proceeds benefit: Sponsors F o o t h i l l Lewis & Co.: 626-858-4611 A I D S or Wendy Hustwit: 909.482.2066 x33 P r o j e c t www.fapinfo.org Page 8 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 CAL BOWL BOWLING REPORT 2500 E. Carson St., Lakewood, CA 90712 • (562) 421-8448 LAKEWOOD — Hi. Are you planning a trip to Maui? Why CAL BOWLEROS Adults not do it the fun way...join Cal Bowl’s Hawaii Vacation League? (July 19) Glenda Harvey 589, Carole Fischer 204/581, Kathy James Blankenship 167, Rico Cayton 218-225/629, Paul The league starts on Thursday, August 18 at 7:00 p.m. Take Allen 204/566, Betty Phillips 560, Karen Witt 551, Gail Olson Mehl Jr. 208, Allen Tetter 204, Gary Kowarsch 237-258-222/ a look at the ad on this page for more information. 522, Barbara Bishop 512, Carol Klein 502. (July 26) Barbara 719, Tammy Porter 204, B.J. Theiss 213-204/608. All you scratch bowlers, sign-up now for our Labor Day Bishop 214/603, Kathy Allen 213/535, Mickey Gurule 534, FRIDAY NO-TAP Weekend Southern California Scratch Challenge. Entry feeis Betty Moss 531, Ella Hayes 209/523, Gail Olson 230/520, July 29, 2005 $200 with a re-entry of $125. First place $4,000 based on 64 Carole Fischer 519, Karen Witt 209/514, Leona Belletti 506, 1. Tommy Newman 899 $60.00 entries. Call Patrick at 818-795-8814 or Mr. Shoals 858-449- Betty Phillips 503. 2. Rick Hunter 892 50.00 8928 for more information or to reserve a spot. WEDNESDAY MIXED FIVE 3. Jeff Garrison 844 30.00 We have a lot of scores to report this week so here they Steve Rhodes 227-218-170/615, Mary Stockberger 198- 4. Matt Mosley and BJ Theiss, tied 826 22.00 are. Some leagues have two weeks of scores. 237-180/615, Pat Evans 213, Paul Griba 209, John Lynch SUNSET MIXED FOUR 225, Larry Movera 206, Don Ott 226, Doug Sanders 200, SIDEPOTS (July 24) Carole Fischer 253-212/642, Norman McKinley Shannon Santos 210, Tommy Stockberger 204-211, David 1. Tommy Newman, hdcp. 322 $36.00 224, James Talley 222, Michael Buck 210. (July 31) Ray Minter Wall 210-210. 2. Butch White, scr. 300 36.00 236-223/653, Brandon Mims 216-212/619, Scott Clydesdale GRANDMAS & GRANDPAS 3. Matt Mosley, hdcp. 325 36.00 236, Carole Fischer 231-202, Michael Buck 209-205, James Rudy Munzon 646, Robert Thomas 555, Walter Gist 550, 3-6-9 POT — $811.00 Talley 209, Jason Seymore 205, Rodney King 202, James Rinze Dykstra 613, Larry Neri 547, Tony Morones 582, Frank No winner Matthews 202. Grandstaff 508, Walter Millsap 570, Lola Pickle 509, Doris INSURANCE ELKS & FRIENDS White 515, Dominic Antonio 532, Boylee Inocente 570, Willie Shorty Ramos 36.00 Glen Merchant 231-232-187/650, Greg Nardo 183-212-236/ Burkhalter 570, Sam Huckleby 531, Al Williams 631, Don SCRATCH SERIES POT 631, Chris Kelly 202-189-234/625, BJ 224/602, Sheryl Culp Mathews 565, BJ Theiss 624, Roosevelt Lewis 538, Bob Rick Hunter 853 36.00 217, Millie Buckles 210, Don Louis 213, Bill Kaelin 221, Ed Stickney 600, Gene Skulick 586, Ken Holliday 547, Wilford NEXT TOURNAMENT: AUGUST 5th At 1:00 P.M. Brown 213, Beverly Cuevas 214, Kevin Nuehring 204. Panton 534, Steve Jasper 560, Curtis Whaley 554, Donald BRAGGING RIGHTS LONG BEACH CITY EMPLOYEES Jones 538, Ron McClain Sr. 501, Tee McGee 529, John July 30, 2005 Matt Mosley 215/600, Clay Barnett 209/571, JJ Scott 197/ Mathews 502, Chuck Pattersosn 557, Al Ortiz 571. 1. Lyle Rollins, San Diego 1007 500.00 570, Doug Gaethke 222/565, Michael Campbell 231, James FUNSTER’S 2. Steven Hood, Lawndale 914 300.00 Butler 220, Myra Kremen 213, Cecelia Ragoonath 204, Gary Ed Brown 529, Gene Skulick 500, Ed McLean 203/537, 3. Archie Stull, Inglewood 930 200.00 Wright 199, Jerry Waken 196, Rex Cogdill 193, Abtahi Tayong Ken Seiple Sr. 548, Arthur Montgomery 224/533, Andy Ferraro 4. Jason Buenviaje, Ontario 927 150.00 190. 568, Vancie Keith 542, Ed Hansen 540, Bob Stickney 204/ 5. Victor Florie Jr., San Diego 909 100.00 RECYCLED TEENS 595, Tom Spencer 259/610, Pre Collier 552, Ben Alferos 567, 6. Bill Ware, Hollywood 904 80.00 Dominic Antonio 535, Ken Seiple Sr. 532, Harold Runyon Willie Young 208/569, Clay Evans 505, Dick Fleming 504. 7. Roger Wrase, Torrance 902 50.00 540, Don Keith 511, Wendell Ledbetter 592, Ed Brown 548, SENIOR MEN’S TRIO SIDEPOTS Domenic Saraceno 269/604, Boylee Inocente 509, James Earl Hullett 243-264/701, Larry Neri 279, Charles Gleason Game 1 Cotcher 565, Gene Skulick 531, Rico Cayton 585, Al Brchan 246-237/666, Cecil Knighton 210, Douglas Dixon 214-212/ 1. Lyle Rollins 278 120.00 550, Roosevelt Carter 581, Ben Alferos 505, Tim Burke 599, 611, Sam Huckleby 211, Richard Sotelo 213, Jerry Giron 246, 2. Herman Ferguson 268 60.00 Divina Buhay 502, Eduardo Buhay 524, Rudy Munzon 558, Jimmy Hamilton 239-256/676, Art Montgomery 220, Pre Collier 3. Bill Ware 248 40.00 Art Garcia 530, Ed Stoute 221/609, John Dunn 503, John 244-219/630, Paul Reynolds 243/638, Al Williams 235-247/ Game 2 Mathews 234/618, Al Williams 257/628, Lillie Darden 531, 689, Ellis Houston 225, Hugh Kemp 212-224/614, Robert 1. Jason Buenviaje 165 120.00 Dot Clinton 513, Adela Santos 512. Thomas 222-213/627, Edwin Brown 215/600, Wendell 2. Vern Adams 263 60.00 BIG BEAR Ledbetter 210-257/652, Chuck Patterson 225, Ivory Herd 248/ 3. Jimmy Hamilton 259 40.00 Gil Scott 259-223-232/714, Emmerson Wafer 279-232-180/ 609, Charles Veal 218-226/650, Vince Cervantes 220/609, Game 3 691, Sid Nakagawa 225-252-199/676, Harold Dubose 233- Paul Daigle 227-224/632, Ken Holliday 246/621, Sonny Dew 1. Greg Jackson 279 120.00 202-235/670, Ed Cabs 299-193-168/660, Eric Johnson 203- 248-229-254/731, Ray Staten 235/605, Archie Stull 299-213/ 2. Alonzo Lemons 269 50.00 267-183/653, Ken Holliday (sub)193-228-191/612, John Dunn 705, Herm Woodard 214, Rick Llaneta 225, Mel Lebeauf 219, 3. Andre Rounds 269 50.00 210-263-173/646, John Dunn 210-263-173/646, Al Duncan Boylee Inocente 223, Dominic Antonio 210, Gene Skulick 231, Game 4 212-194-202/608, Roy Flounoil 214-214-175/603, Shante Ralph Wingert 219/641, Clark VandenBerg 237/618, Jim Burke 1. Ray Montillo 268 120.00 Jackson 184-166-205/555, Dawn Langer 158-189-198/545, 254/635. 2. Archie Stull 267 60.00 Michelle Hardin 189-145-207/541, Joann Culpepper 162-178- CAL STARS 3. JT Jackson 259 40.00 178/518, Lillie Darden 156-175-172/503, Valerie Colian 181- Betty Phillips 247-178-207/632, Dottie Lawn 259-167-196/ 165-157/503. 622, Gail Olson 141-148-213/502, Bette Jane Ricardi 149- GOBS & GALS 198-162/509. Emmerson Wafer 192-210-269/671, Pilbert Colian 204-215- JUNIORS Labor Day Weekend 248/667, Sonny Dew 257-192-212/661, Ken Desselle 224- Cadets Southern California Scratch Challenge 182-252/658, Jr. Guimary 223-203-227/653, Faga Fila 232- Andrew Pudewa 95-102-96, Lee Rule 64-70-54, Chris Jones 207-208/647, Margo Lee 190-171-253/614, Lee Theiss 187- 21-45-74, Joseph Hemphill 20-25-40. 191-204/582, Della Douglas 196-159-214/569, Betty O’Quinn Bobcats 1st Place $4,000.00 138-214-216/568, Carol Peoples 221-176-167/564. Tyree Lebeau 105, Dominique Nezey 133, Nina Ghartey YOUNG AT HEART 92, Julian Hidalgo 150, Logan Dahlquist 119-120. (based on 64 entries) Connie Lopez 107-90-104/301, MacMcNealy 159-188-201/ Classified Very Challenging Lane Conditions 548, Joe McDonald 159-166-210/535, Jackie Donaldson 128- Matthew Lacy 185, Greg Berry 178-176-225/579, Chrisgen 134-110/372, Charles Gleason 233-192-190/615, Audrey Whitfield 200, Amanda Neil 170-171-102/533, Kayla Rayburn 1 in 4 Cash • 3 Games Qualifying Johnson 99-129-124/352, Ed Johnson 174-174-121/469, Tom 170, John Seedborg 198, Chris Porter 201, Bryan Presley Entry Fee $200.00 (re-entry $125.00) Pettway 184-148-157/489, Rosalind Harris 101-85-107/273, 257, Tommy Bowler 204. Qualifying Rounds, Saturday & Sunday Ellis Houston 199-194-168/551, Willie Creer 184-183-192/559, ADULT-JUNIOR’S Re-entries & Finals, Monday Art Nelson 154-198-149/501, Rachel Bright 121-76-125/322, Juniors Gene Hammons 138-134-167/439, Nancy Carter 108-98-134/ Chrisgen Whitfield 204-242/611, Gabriel Martinez 208-214/ More Info Call Patrick or Mr. Shoals 340, Eva Hammons 72-84-71/232, Josh Hudson 191-162- 605, Chris Porter 207, Daniel Brown 191. 818-795-8814 or 858-449-8928 158/511. Cal’s Hawaii Vacation League $25.00 per person weekly 4 bowlers per team any combination co-payment of $100 per person Package includes: Airfare to Maui from LAX Starts August 18th Thursday’s 7pm 7 night accomodations (meeting 8-18 at 6pm) • 36 weeks on the beach at the Lahaina Shores Hotel For more info contact May10th through May 17th Pat Liddy or Gary Kowarsch Thursday, August 4, 2005 BOWLING NEWS Page 9 OurOur 20th20th YYear!!!ear!!! Brunswick 795 Invitational $30,000$30,000$30,000 FirFirFirststst PlacePlacePlace Sponsored by CalCal BoBowlingwling SupplSupplyy 3400 Gato Court • Riverside• (800) 367-4232 STARTS MONDAY, September 12th Bowlers New To The League Eligible For 10 Pin Drop Taking Team Sign Up’s SIGN UP NOW! CALLCALL 562-927-3351562-927-3351 Questions?Questions? AskAsk FForor MikMikee 7502 E. Florence Ave. • Downey Page 10 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 Memories From Legends of “Summer At The Lake” Bowling Forest, that is! Dody Montavan by Don Cecil LAKE FOREST–Forest GABLE HOUSE BOWL DOWNEY — A special word to Lanes has a “hot” new Wednes- 22501 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance • 310-378-2265 my readers. The program looks I started bowling when I was in Southern California, and day Junior League for the sum- TORRANCE — Hi. It seems that bowlers like to compete with very promising at this time. I mer, now starting its fourth week 14 years old with my parents in worked full time at North the summer weather; at least with the hot temperature readings we’re Yuma, AZ. I joined the Navy American Aviation for 29 years. was up north at the Northern of play. This group of 10 doubles California PBA Senior Open in having here in Southern California. Here at Gable House Bowl, (WAVES) at age 20 in 1944 and It is now Rockwell and Boeing. teams represents some of the fin- we’re happy to report those “hot” scores turned in by our summer Brentwood, CA at Harvest Park est junior bowlers in Southern was stationed at Hunters College I won the Pickwick Classic, league bowlers. Let’s a take a look at them. in Bronz, NY for Boot Camp Scratch Division two years in a Bowl, owned and operated by California, including San Diego Mr. Jim Wangaman, long time County. We’re happy to bring Aviation Strikers Cindy Gerst-Provost .. 210/577 then went to the NAS at Termi- row. Five games at 1000, in Maria Crisafulli ...... 197/477 Joyce Gates ...... 210 nal Island, Long Beach in Com- 1965 and 1966. I was named to area supervisor for American you news each week of their Recreation Centers, formerly success. At the end of the first Betty LaRock ...... 190/521 Carole Gerst ...... 201 munications operating a the All-Star team in 1965; was Bayou Bowlers Pele Lockhart ...... 201 Teletype. high average in 1965 with 197 out of the Sacramento area. I three weeks of play, there are worked for Jim at Mels Bowl in already some impressive season James Belmore...... 286/698 Ball & Chains Summer I met my future husband Bob in California; third highest in the Warren Day ...... 267 Keith Rochester ...... 267/634 Montavan there. He had been on U.S. My high series is 727 and Redwood City, hosting two PBA high scores to be recognized: Summer Tour stops back in the On a Scratch basis, the Sea- Bruce Shishido ...... 688 Tim Alexander ...... 247/650 the U.S.S. Morrison, DD560, high game 286. I am currently Alma Mayes ...... 245/634 Candy Wong ...... 202/518 which was sunk off Okinawa on still bowling in two leagues at late 70’s and early 80’s, won by son High Game (477) is held by Billy Hardwick and Glenn Team 7 – Bryan Tsai and Sean Gail Hokama ...... 204/554 Eva Podzimek ...... 181/512 May 4, 1945 by three Kamekaz Ft. Huachuca in Sierra Vista, Mixers Winter ExxonMobil Summer Japanese planes, but of course AZ. Allison, the highest 24-game Beever, with Team 9 – Jordan qualifying tournament in the his- Brooks and Scott Kohlmann David Owens ...... 235/650 Margarito Perez ...... 234/573 survived. When he returned to I was 80 years young on No- Rich Reil ...... 215/605 Jason Seieroe ...... 201/568 the states, he was sent to the vember 20, 2004. I booked an tory of the Professional Bowlers close behind at 468, followed by Tour. There were seven sanc- Team 1 – G.T. Myrick and Joyce San Paolo ...... 224 Carol Pino ...... 161/440 NAS at Terminal Island to the 181 average in the 2003-2004 Nancy Johnson ...... 174/473 Tamara Rubalcava ..... 160/388 Radio Shack where I was work- season. I am currently carrying tioned 300 games bowled there. Forrest Holland at 464. It took 547 even 200 average for Scratch (3-game) Series Sea- Shirley Lambert ...... 475 Monday Mixed Trio Summer ing. a 176 average for 2004-2005 On to Vegas Spring/Summer Rob Searles ...... 257/676 We had our first date in No- season. But everyone’s average 24 games to make the finals. son High scores are also note- The reason I am mentioning worthy. Holding the top spot at Toby Hartley ...... 259 Gilbert Manriquez ..... 233/653 vember 1945, got married on was down this year, 10 or 15 Ji Kim ...... 255 Pat Oswalt ...... 181 February 24, 1946 so we’ve pins because of conditions. I this is a lot of the present senior 1297 are Team 1 members – G.T. PBA members were there. They Myrick and Forrest Holland, Mark Lesick ...... 644 Jean Mattingly ...... 180/499 been married for 58 years. We bowled in many national tour- Michael Soriano ...... 635 Marlene Pontius ...... 498 had four children, Estelle, naments; have slowed down, said they would be at Del Rio followed by Team 5 – Sam Lanes on the Labor Day week- Hitchcock and David Brackett Helena Conley ...... 200/561 Pistols & Petticoats Summer Beverly, Kathy and Ron. We mainly because of my husband’s Caryn Yokota ...... 196 Dayne Asato ...... 259/700 have 10 grandchildren and14 health. But I will continue to end which pleases me greatly, at 1262 and Team 9 – Jordan knowing that they haven’t for- Brooks and Scott Kohlmann at Tracy Angle ...... 528 Roger Bruland ...... 248 great grandchildren. We lost our bowl as long as I can throw the Redondo Eagles Summer Bob Aguilera ...... 702 oldest daughter Estelle in 1999 ball. gotten me. Teata Semiz, Tom 1257. Baker, Dennis Greene, Ron Superior individual perfor- Shawn Purdy...... 242 Vondell Reynolds ...... 193 at the age of 52 from congestive I give a lot of credit for my Richard Hefington ...... 232 Brianna Forsyth ...... 188/543 heart failure. good bowling to Mary Hoyt, Winger, Dave Soutar, Ernie mances have been delivered on Schegal of Seattle, WA, Dennis a Scratch Game basis by – Bryan Deon Martin ...... 675 Vera Hutton...... 514 I bowled in a lot of leagues who helped me several years Ronald Traber ...... 600 Redondo Elks Summer with Merle Matthews, Donna ago, and I went to Buddy Fitzsimmons of San Diego, Earl Tsai – 261, Forrest Holland – Guy, Jim Burke, Jerry Hale, 249, J.R. Monteith – 246, Sam Marilyn Gill ...... 199 Jim Briggs ...... 252/624 Zimmerman, Janet Harman, Bomars Instructor School and Lettie Renteria ...... 183 Chuck Tomlinson ...... 215/601 D.d. Jacobson, Dottie Crouch, was certified in 1960-1961, Glenn Allison, Don Johnson, Hitchcock – 243, Charlie Hair – Larry Gray, Bill Bunnetta, Ross 232, G.T. Myrick – 226, Felicia Crystal McInerney ...... 571 Mary Simpkins ...... 177/473 Mary Hoyt, Juanita Rich, Kaye which I believe helped me a Wendy Cooke ...... 521 Chris Mahurien ...... 172 Bair, Molly Kardoff, Esther great deal. I also thank my hus- Packard, Tony Reyes, Ted Mara – 224, Allie Ijams – 223 Hoffman, Bill Tuttle.Trying to and Justen Danforth – 221. In- River Rats Summer (wk #14) Jan Smart ...... 489 Woods, Mary Badstubner, band Bob, for all his help and Ray Montillo ...... 300/767 Scatterpins Bobbie Golden (Buffalo), Dusty patience. I didn’t do a lot, but I reach Carmen Salvino, Bill dividual Scratch Series perfor- Lillard, Carl Richards, Pete We- mances of note are: Forrest Hol- David Meade ...... 275 Maria Murphy...... 199 Mizanoui, Mari Matzawa, enjoyed the game. Marc Wasserman ...... 691 Pam Crotty ...... 184 Chiyo Tashima, Judy Sakata Editors Note: This story and ber, Walter Ray Williams Jr., land – 714, Scott Kohlmann – Brian Voss, Glenn Carlson of 677, J.R. Monteith – 663, Felicia Helena Conley ...... 300/685 Nell Beekhulzen ...... 467 (Seki) and many more well picture was sent to Don Cecil, Roxanne Meade ...... 255 Lee Kovach ...... 465 knowns. who shares with other old tim- Fresno State College, Lee Tay- Mara – 659, Sam Hitchcock – lor, Joe Wilhite, Vaughn Doody, 646, and Charlie Hair – 634. Floreen Ramirez ...... 687 SEA Pioneer I Summer I was sponsored by Hank ers around Southern California. (wk #15) Gary Cassidy ...... 278/756 Catalano for many years while Remember When? Al Tripp, Don Chinski of Las Average leaders for the boys Vegas. are - Forrest Holland at 230 and Mark Kawaguchi ..... 300/776 Terry Wilson ...... 276/760 There are many more strung Scott Kohlmann at 225 and on David Meade ...... 264/764 Debbie Rikimaru ...... 216/604 out across the U.S. trying to the girls side – Felicia Mara at Helena Conley ...... 277/778 Baiyok Ishikawa ...... 188 reach any of the Legends still 203 and Allie Ijams at 188. Roxanne Meade ...... 245/664 Laura Vios ...... 490 alive and bowling now. The Pro- A special thanks goes out to Maureen Behare ...... 245 SEA Viking I Summer Am is going to start qualifying the parents, who have adjusted Slots of Fun Summer Greg Brooks ...... 268/633 to win a spot at all three centers their work schedules and who Barry Couch Jr ...... 300/788 Larry Rigsby ...... 236/659 — Del Rio Lanes, Keystone drive long distances so these Philip Alvarez ...... 257 John Swaffield III ...... 236 Lanes and Forest Lanes. Entry Juniors can participate in what Joe Podzimek ...... 698 Jan Barrett ...... 236/559 fee in the Pro-Am on Sunday is sure to be an exciting program Helena Conley ...... 215 Debbie Corey ...... 199 night is only $50 per person, this summer for this dynamic Karen Patterson ...... 212 Sheri Wendel...... 548 handicap 80% of 210. Must have group of young men and young Cynthia Ogusuku ...... 562 Vegas Bound Spring/Summer a USBC card. Also can qualify women! Nancy Mendoza ...... 552 David Meade ...... 267/712 with your league score by pay- Vegas Gold Summer Julius Chin ...... 264 ing a portion of the qualifying Warren Day ...... 280/768 Ray Montillo ...... 641 fee. Make the standing board Tough 290 Mark Kawaguchi ...... 277 Helena Conley ...... 221/583 and win a free spot in the Pro- Gilbert Manriquez ...... 706 Diane Gaines ...... 207 Am. by Frank Kietz Charlene Cory...... 230 Maureen Behare ...... 498 Hope to see you all that week- IN THE 50’s it was tough to Dianne Fox ...... 218/594 VIP’s Summer/Fall end at Del Rio Lanes. I am feel- get a sanctioned 300 game. Just Diana Tallie ...... 603 Pete Diocson Sr ...... 199 ing great now. Hard at work ask Joe Mundinger if he’s still Wild Bunch Summer Earl Johnson ...... 197/514 Picture taken in 1966 at W.I.B.C. Tournament in New Orleans. along with Mike Camarrata and around. Larry Phineas ...... 278 Royce Leeper ...... 508 Team Members Left to Right: Bobbie Soldan, Dody Montayan, staff at Del Rio Lanes. Joe, bowling in San Diego’s Bob Aguilera ...... 268/677 Audrey Johnson ...... 175/434 D.D. Jacobson, Esther Woods and Mary Badstubner. All Southern That’s all folks. God Bless. Plaza Bowl Langley M-Five got Vinnie Garcia ...... 689 Shirley Lambert ...... 162/473 California Stars and Hall of Famers. (Picture contributed by Dody) Don Cecil 11 strikes. Everybody was ner- Denise Jackson ...... 210/589 vous while being helpful. Joe had trouble getting his ball, made three false starts and fi- senior nally pushed the ball, stumbled and fouled for 290. His other Call toll free games were 142 and 158 (300) SHOOTOUT 1-800-257-6179 for a 590 series — a night to re- EVERY SUNDAY @ 6:00PM member at Plaza Lanes. ENTRY FEE: $20.00 August 27- Septem ber 3 United State Bowling BLIND DRAW • SCRATCH MATCH PLAY Congress/O.C.B.A. Corp. NEXT TOURNY AUGUST 7TH, 2005 10 games of qualifying in age divisions: Set To Be Ratified ACTION LANES GARDEN GROVE — Or- 10534 Lower Azuza Road, El Monte, CA 91731 50 to 57 58 to 64 65 & over ange County Bowling Associa- (626) 350-8831 • FAX (626) 350-8852 tions, men, women and youth then Best of 3 Match Play officers who have been working diligently through transition, nomination and rule committees $15,000 1st $500 entry fee selected 9:00 a.m. Sunday, Au- Congratulates $175 re-entry gust 28 at Westminster Bowl to $7,500 2nd i n 5 be the incorporation ratifying 1 ! meeting site. with just 160 players ash Nearly 16,000 Orange Danny Cordova c PLUS!! County member/bowlers are eli- Separate event for gible to attend this meeting. The $750 bottom members are shareholders can prizes guaranteed! players aged nominate, speak and vote on all 300 Game 60 & Over business presented by the com- mittees or from the floor. Bowled in the California State Y.A.B.A. 41st Annual All amateur and PBA members are eligible except those that Line officers, directors, ex- ecutives, staff members and Championship Tournament on 7-30-05 won a PBA Exempt or National Senior title in 2004 or 2005 members necessary to operate the association will be nomi- From the Staff and Management of Action Lanes nated by a committee or from 10534 Lower Azusa Rd., El Monte, CA 91731 the floor. For more information, call (626) 350-8831 • Fax: (626) 350-8852 714-554-1880 or 714-554-0111. Thursday, August 4, 2005 BOWLING NEWS Page 11 Canoga PICKWICK BOWL Park Bowl 921 W. Riverside Dr. 20122 Vanowen St. • Winnetka, CA 91306 BOWL Burbank – 818-842-7188 818-340-5190 • FAX: 818-883-1202 • OPEN 24 HOURS www.canogaparkbowl.com By TISH E-mail:[email protected] STUDIO CITY — Summer leagues are drawing to an end. BURBANK–All winter leagues at Pickwick will be starting right Most leagues should be done in 4-5 weeks. That gives you a WINNETKA — Hello and welcome back to the news of after Labor Day so don’t forget to sign up for your favorite. Come month to get a team together for winter ’05-’06 season. All Canoga Park Bowl where we have some terrific scores to in and check out a schedule if you are looking to make a change. leagues are returning and we have info at the desk about report. We’re a bowling center open 24-7 so come on in and Senior Swingers reported great scratch scores from Jim Emery start dates, average max’s, and roster sizes. If you can’t make practice, practice, practice. Now for our weekly report. 247/564, Larry McDonald 213/550, Ellie Aspey 198, Seiki Tluczek it in to fill out a form go ahead and give Mike Lee a call at 818- Adult-Junior: Gary Gurney 209-246/639, Chip Minot 205- 192/482, Ruth Myren and Alba Williams 477. Handicap honors go 769-7600, ext. 18 for PINZ league info. 205-215/625, Russ Miller 200. to John Carmody 251/667, Bill Rowland 647, Fran Jansen 257 and It’s still hot outside but we got some hotter scores inside CC Nikkei: Stephen Sasaki 214-246-267/727, Eiji Susan Jones 630. PINZ...now for this week’s top PINZ performers... Fukumoto 237-223/651, Stan Date 209-218/625, Taketoshi There’s always an adrenalin rush in the Robby’s Classic with Tavern Guild: Ed Dusseau 221/591, Jeff Pifko 200-209/ Kokubo 200-222/615, Art Wake 207-215, Yuki Matsuba 213- awesome scores from Brian Dotson 278, Tom Rosa 263, Angelo 556, Sam Consos 203, Tina Rukstalis 174/483. 205, Robert Fujita 202, Maria Tellio 210/535, Harold Muraoka Dixon 259, Chuck Blais 684, Setu Molia 675, Murray Nadell 665, Coffee & Donuts: Alba Donohue 177/480, Elayne Klein 208, Junko Fujita 203/526. Cara Cooper 268/666 and Julieta Ward 212/576. 195/477. Party Animals: Bob Arnsparger 225-213-222/660, Randy I HOP continues to serve with great scratch scores from Erich Twilighters: Damond Taylor 209-211/565, Darrell Davis 248-218/655, Tom Leigh 279/653, San Mitchell 278/ Mendoza 248/621, Tony Wise 227/625, John Green 222/621, David Meyerhoff 278/539, Lorille Clement 171/477. 644, Joe Rivas 202-224-201/627, Brian Sullivan 225-209/619, Boehmer 625, Laura Wise 196/473, Sabrina Ko 176/440 and Moira Kings & Queens: Brett Himmel 189/549, Russ Butner 214/ Beth Fonvergne 234/598, Melody Garcia 217/571. Harris 155/446. Handicap high fives go to Ed Silber 232/632, Sanjay 544, Sue Guldin 172/486. Viva Las Vegas: LaMont Smith 248-226-213/687, Robert Dias 232/644, Elizabeth Safarian 232 and Danielle Derks 595. S.C.B.L.: Chris Williams 211-204/609, Dave Yamanto 200, Battle 225-215-244/684, Scott Forbes 233-210-213/656, Orbits came out flying with handicap scores from Karen Dukes Bryon Patterson 200, Mike Dontanville 202, Keane Murakami James Smith Jr. 201-219/612, Michael Ricca 230, Terry 236/596, Laura Bauman 227, Carol Freebairn 220/599 and Carole 200, Phil Burns 213, Irene Demosthenous 120/278. Winger 209-222, Penny Allen 207/521, Jennifer Krowne 202, Pedder 608. Funseekers: David Dittlinger 221-237/632, Rudy Basoco Beverly Covington 209. The weekly winners in the Wed. No Tap were Joe Armendariz 209-234/630, Yuji Onimaru 203-215/617, Keane Murakami Monday Nite Live: Dan Onestinghel 236-222/619, Howard 280/754, Eddie Comande 253/695, Amelia Armendariz 263/769, 212-224/612, Ismael Conanan 231, Jim Moore 235, Cheryl Heyd 203/572, Al Money 233, Carol Casuga 200/539, Rose Wilma Bartus 262 and Seiki Tluczek 719. Tillman 218/549, Yoshiaki Oke 204, Jimmy Zelinger 204, Mitch Chin 500. Guys & Dolls reported high scratch scores from Christopher Rosen 200-205, Greg Reid 210. League Of Our Own: E.J. Layon 235-210-213/658, Stevens 268, William Pointer 268/701, Bob Hatem 672, Sarah Adult-Jr.: Doug Shaw 200-204/598, Pat Jilek 206/544, Tina Mitchell Campos 203-212/612, Carlos Rubio 207-203/585, Wheeler 202/555 and Celia Artinjian 200/527. Handicap highs went Rukstalis 180. Rey Mariano 214, Christina Cabalbag 162/452. to Mo Molia 285/753, Karin Kerns 268, Cathy Abrahamson 262, Have a great week. See ya. Comedians: David Guilmette 213-204-254/671, Scott Julie Lizakowski 715 and Meredith Rossi 683. Jesson 224-200-227/651, Bob Reichert 248/625, Dan Holy Bowlers sang hallelujah with scores from Dan Roebuck PINZ Jrs. PINZ Srs. Stipkovich 235/604, Justin Archer 218, Peggy DeGrasse 203/ 245, Steve Falchini 245, Jeff Herman 244, Joey Navarro 468, Chris STUDIO CITY — Hi. It’s time to STUDIO CITY — Hi. Hope all 560, Lori Cole 202/546, Kristina Kitti 530, Carol Asher 503. Besvold 446, Ernie Villareal 445, Caroline Salvador 248, Tracy check out the scores from the junior of you are keeping cool and 500 Classic: Jeanne Ehlers 194/537, Carl Asher 535, Chow 236, Kathy Henderson 232, Kathy Marriott 452, Sandra leagues here at PINZ Bowling Cen- enjoying the long days of sum- Petra Kaun 530, Mary Lauer 528, Patricia Peskin 203/514, ter. mer. Here are the senior Herman 434 and Anita Gannon 416. Adult-Jr.: Baron Steinbrecher 207/ scores from the past week at Carol Casuga 522. They were rockin’ in the Wed. Nite Handicap with scratch 549, Josh Fisher 192/488, Erik Shaw PINZ Bowling Center. B’nai Brith Classic: Roman Agiert 244-212/626, George scores from Mo Molia 277/691, Roger Desgroseilliers 267, Brendo 174/483, Ethan Bensinger 167/428, Happy Timers: Ken Lippert 212-245/625, Jerry Hoerner 204/567, Larry Levine Beltran 696, Cara Cooper 257/689 and Cheryl Mc Donald 669. Jamie Spector 153/427, Treven Gold- Burkenheim 216/580, Gary 202/565. Handicap honors went to John Jordan 291, Marc Sayre 742, Julie smith 140/387. Olsen 201/518, Sol Karnovitz Pee Wee Bumpers: Nicole 162/479, Bill Fleishman 166/ The Classics: Pam Findl 226-254/647, Christine Drew Bruni 267/747 and Gina Brouse 267. Martinez 102/187, Nicholas Martinez 461, Jack Burkenheim 156/454, 243/580, Bob Brechbill 215, Pam Blake 186/536, Leah Thursday Senior Foursome let the dogs out with scratch scores 90/175, Andrew Parker 79/144. Dora Tobey 139/393, Yolanda Hoffman 536, Shawnee Warrick 512, Rean Luttrell 509. from Dan Carone 187, John Kanda 178, Arnie Herrera 178, Fred Junior Stars: Rachel Acacio 117/ Dragotta 152/395, Sylvia Good 310, Max Korn 139/304, Maeve See you all next week with more scores from the bowlers Rapp 525, Jim Emery 514, Vi Major 174/471 and Barbara Teitel 156/367. here at Canoga Park Bowl. Mayfield 95/264, Jonathan Berk 94/ Joslyn Seniors: Sol Stein 173/488. Handicap honors go to Bill Rowland 626, Alba Williams 238. 212/581, Tony Piscuskas 184/ 224/654 and Cris Cruz 218. Senior Scratch: Anthony Jilek 212/ 512, Lee Waldorf 229/488, Gary Canoga Park Srs. Canoga Park Jrs. Outstanding scratch scores were reported in the Thurs. 885 from 711, Kevin Gesell 205/687, Brittlan Olsen 177/486, Sam Marion Halpern 211/681, Erik Shaw 201/679, WINNETKA — Hi. While look- WINNETKA — Hi. Time to take a David Loke 279, Mike Vail 264, Vance Bennett 706, Don Smallwood 162/482, Al Platkowsky 179/ ing at the senior league sheets, break and check the scores from the 685, Pearl Nale 211, Susan Bauer 201/557 and Joyce Penunuri 549. Nicole Kato 211/656, Leanne Jilek 480, Kathy George 180/470, 202/636. it looks like it’s time for winter juniors here at Canoga Park Bowl. Handicap high fives go to Cooper Barnett 286, Doug Eklund 713 Freda Leibson 160/433, league sign-ups here at Junior Royals: Aaron Steinberg Senior Galaxies: Trevor Goldsmith Thelma Walton 147/424, Ellie and Paula De Leon 240. 195/536, Neil Chanez 162/434, Jamie Canoga Park Bowl. Invite a 199/580, Alex Warnick 212/574, Kim Spector 157/407, Natalie Kato 142/ Espey 164/414, Mary Bobnes friend to join your team or Sosa 188/516, Sharon Weger 185/ No lost bets in the Sunday Laughlin with scratch scores from 379. 149/413, Betty Dushkin 151/ league. We’re here to help so 515, Jennifer Pyka 174/494, Brian Dan Stezaker 289/788, Steve Di Bartolomeo 269/657, Julieta Ward Good bowling, juniors! Take care. 410. give us a call at 818-340-5190. Miller 196/471. 255/587, Vickie Jovicic 204 and Cheryl Mc Donald 549. Handicap That’s all for this week. Now for those special Bumper Thumpers: Jason Thorne scores reported by the seniors. 89/174. honors go to Tom Nash 284/717, Loma Afifi 711 and Robyn Kurdek Dave Folck 212-256/647, Bantam All Stars: Julia Frias 100/ 696. United States Bowling Congress Earns Hung-Lay Quon 235-212/628, 222. That does it for now. Don’t forget about our Manic Monday Bill Robb 225-204/601, Al Kingpins: Spyros Sousoures 189/ tournaments. Call center for details. National Govering Body Status USOC Reiswig 224-202/580, Ralph 312, Ethan Deane 166/295, Ashley Benavidez 195/579, Jerry Martin 148/277, Tracy Hodge 147/ Ambrosini 201/557, Marv Baker 264, Argie Sousoures 124/235, Beth WORST IN WEST Accepts New Group As A Pan Ameri Lazaroff 128/233, Rick Pasquini 115/ Pickwick Jr’s 200/550, Al Myers 204/546, Cal by Frank Kietz Vogt 226/540, Mel Mohr 191/ 221, Destry Walker 112/201, Mirriam by Tish Plotkin can Sports Organization Member 527, Homer Hammong 183/518, Moldonodo 101/186, Alison Dickson TRONA REC. very close to BURBANK–I must say I Edie Goldberg 192/515, Mary 82/141. 280 feet below sea level Death GREENDALE, Wis.–The United States Bowling Con- Adult-Junior: Eric Miller 225-204/ was very proud of our young Lauer 176/491, Sylvia Kesilis Valley built by Borax Corp. for bowlers at State Tournament. gress is the newest national governing body in the United 170/481, Kay Leovy 170/474, 621, Sharon Weger 200/551, Kevin Gross 212/515, Brian Miller 183/490, their employees who mined the States Olympic Committee family. Doris Simmons 162/469, Lee They conducted themselves Matt Nathan 154/396. white “20-Mule Team” cleanser. with pride & dignity and looked USBC received its official letter of acceptance from the Murray 170/433, Candy Adams Keep up the good bowling. See ya. 147/433, Ruth Balleweg 146/ When the breezes were “right” great in their new shirts. It will USOC on June 17 confirming that the USOC Board of Di- 414, Shirl Radamaker 140/404, SUNSET BOWL the entire town and lane were be awhile before we know re- Elvera Deonik 142/400, Vicke rectors approved USBC’s application as the national gov- by Frank Kietz covered with the white stuff. sults, but I think some of our erning body of bowling in the United States. The approval, Blaiwes 145/396. Funtimers: Bill Robb 202- MOVIE STUDIO project bowlers have a chance. which came at the USOC board’s April 29 meeting in Phoe- 225/626, Al Meyers 213-200/ filled with movie and bowling CALVIN’S The Bumpers outdid them- nix, granted USBC membership with USOC as a Pan Ameri- 605, Hung Lay Quon 205-233/ stars probably the most photo- selves with scratch scores 590, Al Reiswig 204/572, Dave ACADEMY fromLuke Yee 92/179, Matthew can Sport Organization, replacing USA Bowling. Until USOC Folck 192/528, Bob Adams 207/ graphed and promoted center in made its final decision, USA Bowling retained its corporate the world. by Frank Kietz Graniel 89, Aaron Foreman- 523, John Latta 189/498, Gor- LOCATED at 214 Fifth St., don Keiser 194/492, Bertha Fifty-two top of the art Kupchak 166 and Zoey Malden identity to handle any NGB-related issues. Huntington Beach was a “The USOC greatly appreciates the efforts of those in the Willard 172/482, Beryl Perry Brunswick lanes including built- 74/138. 168/439, Eleanor Weaver 159/ in camera-ready sections. And a friendly, noisy, beach front four- The Preps were rolling rock- bowling community to bring about the merger of the Ameri- 427, Marilyn Bigman 157/426. roof full of kleig searchlights alley recreation. Orange County ets with scratch scores from can Bowling Congress, the Women’s International Bowling Take care and have a good kids got their first chance to week. letting the world know where Jesse Salazar 168/413, Patrick Congress, the Young American Bowling Alliance and USA Sunset Lanes was located, 5401 bowl at ten pins. Trillo 150, Colin Lawrence 394, Bowling into one organization, the USBC,” said USOC Chief VICTOR BOWL Sunset Blvd. Taylor Anderson 211/523, Executive Officer Jim Scherr. “The USOC is confident that 5-GAMER BEST IN WEST Vanessa Salazar 129 and Raylin the USBC, with the commitment of its members, its finan- (At Victor Bowl) VULTEE Rivera 363. Handicap honors 1. Brian Houston 1146 $167.50 by Frank Kietz cial strength and its dedication to the sport of bowling will 2. Eric Espinoza 1101 100.00 AIRCRAFT GOOD OLD LUXOR, the go to Sarkis Ovakimyan 486 and ably serve the needs of all men, women and youth bowlers, 3. Mike Hudson 1091 66.00 best of 42 Los Angeles Bowl- Brittney Eklund 181. SIDEPOTS by Frank Kietz GAME 1 ing Association certified acad- The Juniors demanded no- both recreational and elite, in the United States.” SPONSORED a 24 five-man Brian Houston 246 46.00 emies was known for it’s scor- tice with scratch scores from The approval ended a year-long process that began with GAME 2 team league at Norwalk Bowl in ing, star bowlers, friendly man- Mike Doto 239/550, Sean USBC’s submission last June of its application to become Lewis Redmond 233 46.00 the early 30’s. GAME 3 agement (“Sock” Hill) and com- Blanch 225/625, Bobby Filson bowling’s national governing body. The USOC working Jesse Correa 289 46.00 And did you know Vultee petitive house tournaments. 214/590, Arron Bates 214, group held the first public hearing on the application last GAME 4 had their own test flight strip Brian Houston 266 46.00 Located: Vernon and Ver- Everly Sahagun 214/627, GAME 5 close to the center of the City of October with the second conducted in December. The group mont, 12 soft maple alleys, four Chantel Davis 189/474, Heather Eric Espinoza 239 46.00 Downey? later made its recommendation to the USOC Board of Direc- rows of fold-up seats, usually Isaacs 176 and Heather tors to accept USBC’s application. USBC was the first sport filled with well heeled fans Glendenning 426. Handicap organization to be considered under a new USOC process ready to improve the breed of highs went to Mathew Zolian for approving NGBs. bowlers. “Sock” sometimes 263, Lauren Arthur 590 and “We appreciate USOC accepting our application to be- charged two-bits per seat. Xeres Villanueva 585. come bowling’s national governing body,” said USBC Presi- Great work, guys! Keep the dent Michael Carroll. “USBC is dedicated to growing the Ball rolling and I’ll see you on HERMOSA REC. the lanes. sport and we believe this achievement will help us toward by Frank Kietz that goal.” OR SANDY LANES was lo- USBC joins five other Pan American and 39 Olympic sport cated at 1100 Strand, two blocks DID “U” NO? organizations as respective national governing bodies for their South of the Hermosa Beach by Frank Kietz Pier. EL RANCHO BOWL, sports. National governing bodies are the determining gov- 10591 W. Pico Blvd., West Los erning bodies and arbiters for the rules and regulations of The 12-alley rec. was noted for its hostile conditions. A num- Angeles, way west almost to the their sports. They also determine who represents the United ber of tempermental So-Cal pin ocean, was a popular UCLA States in international competitions and are eligible for vari- stars made trips to the pier and hangout. Phone number: BR 0- ous funding from or through USOC. drowned their balls. 4563. Page 12 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 Orange County Southern California Deaf Bowling News LOS ANGELES MEXICAN-AMERICAN Southern California Deaf Travel Meets To Start Travel Trios th By Pam Costanzo 9 ANNUAL OPEN BOWLING TOURNAMENT 46th Season August 21st at Keystone Lanes ANAHEIM — The Orange County Travel Trios will be AMF Beverly Lanes by Connie Marchione holding their league meeting at NORWALK–So. Calif. Deaf Traveling League, the oldest all Linbook Bowling Center on 1201 W. Beverly Blvd. deaf bowlers scratch traveling league in U.S. will hold a meeting to Monday, August 1 at 10:00 a.m. Montebello, CA start its 46th season. The meeting will be in Keystone Lanes at 1:00 All team members are invited to (323)728-9161 PM. attend. If you are looking for a fun This is a notice to all deaf members of this traveling league to scratch league, come to our P.O. Box 2165, Montebello, CA 90640 come to this meeting if they are interested in bowling in its 46th meeting to learn about our year. Those who shows up at the Keystone meeting will be guaran- league. We are always looking Mixed, Men’s and Women’s Five Member Teams teed a place on a team for the season. The kind of team make-up for a few good women to join us either as regular league USBC Sanctioned (doubles, trios or four-somes) will depend on the number of bowlers bowlers or subs. For further in- Brackets shown up at this meeting. formation you may call Nancy Optional Side Pots Last season we had 20 bowlers at the meeting and we decided Moseman-Smith at 714-772- 4320 or Pam Costanzo at 714- One Weekend to have a Doubles league so all 20 bowlers present can bowl. It was th th successful and competitive with the same league’s usual match 968-7572. September 24 – 25 , 2005 points system. Raffles Interested new bowlers with 140 and better averages wanting to Mega-Fun Fun Prizes $100 for any 300 game bowl in scratch competition are welcome. New bowlers will have to pay $10.00 (refundable) club membership dues at this meeting. Loops Ready If for any reason you could not come to this meeting on that day LAKE FOREST — Forest, First Place Payoffs and want to bowl on a team, call this writer on TDD or fax 818 785 Del Rio and Keystone Lanes got prime-time Mega-Sweeper $1,500 1478 or email to [email protected]. If unable to reach me, email spots for their four-league to league President Ed Abakumoff at [email protected]. Mega-Vegas fun feast. Accord- Based on 80 Teams ing to Forest Lanes’ GM Allan King Pin Million Dollars Challenge MacDuffee, Sam’s Town will host the four-loop finale. October 22-30 at National Bowling Stadium The Vegas loops will start Optional Doubles 6:00 p.m. the first weeks in Au- On Sunday RENO–In the past, we have known promotions of $1,000,000 gust. For more info, call Del Rio first place bowling tournaments with $500.00 or $1,000 entry fee Lanes 562-927-3351, Keystone Your Host did not really get off the ground and cancelled because of lack of Lanes 562-868-3261 or Forest entries and interest. So there is a new one which I have known Lanes 949-770-0055. Los Angeles Mexican-American since last March and think this is for real. So I wonder who will be Bowling Tournament Committee the first deaf bowler to enter in this one and how many are entering Many Ways To (626) 962-3414 if they can afford it. Roll That Ball This new one, King Pin Million Dollars Challenge is offering Dolores Anzures Frank Anzures Ron Aremendarez, Sr. Chris Ayala $1,000,000 for first place in its inaugural tournament on October LAKE FOREST — Little five-year-old Joey Lapolla Mary Helen Carrillo Cris Carrillo Lola Corey Anthony De Luca Frances Duran 22-30 at Reno’s National Bowling Stadium. They already have Ebo- found a way to roll that 27-inch Michael Galindo Jacqueline Gonzales Manuel Guerrero David Soto nite as one of the sponsors and NBC Sports to televise the event to round ball. Use two hands, be aired one hour show on Nov. 13th. bounce it off the left shoulder www.mambo.org/MexAmTour.htm They, the King Pin Challenge managing partners are experts in hitting the first arrow, work its way to the 1-2 pocket. His marketing and advertising so they got the veteran Pro Frank mother, Tiffany and Aunt Holly Squads Ellenburg to oversee the competition’s operations. Also they ap- say he gets lots of strikes and pointed the popular PBA Hall of Famer Dave Hustad as the Com- misses. th Joey has been bowling at For- Saturday September 24 : 10:00 – 1:30 – 5:30 First Squad $100 Bonus See Rules missioner th This tournament features a unique six-division format giving est Lanes about three months, Sunday September 25 : 12:00 hopes to do better when he gets Optional Doubles Sunday 10:00 and 3:30 amateur level bowlers a chance to become a millionaire and re- that new three-hole ball. ceive national fame. They expect 2,500 entries as their format of- fers a level playing field for entrants to take a chance at a piece of the record-breaking $2.2 million total prize purse. WANTED The six-divisions are 4 men’s divisions (ages 30 and younger; Trophies Full Time Desk Person ages 31-44; ages 45-59 and ages 80 and over), one women’s divi- State-of-the-art Computerized Combination of Day & Evening Shifts sion and an open division, reserved for anyone who has bowled Engraving (Roland Camm-2) professionally or participating on a national team in the past 3 years. Weekend shifts required • Benefits excluding PBA National or Major winners. Brunswick “B” Mechanic - Full Time Graveyard Shift The tournament format is all entrants bowl 3 games scratch quali- fying round with certain top number of highest scores in each divi- Pinsetter Trainee Will Train • Contact Lou Schultz sion going in match plays. It will take nine days with top 6 finalists Fax Resumes to 818-883-1202 or Apply in Person going for the million dollars on the final day. With 2,500 entries, each of the 6 division champions can earn a minimum of $50,000. Canoga Park Bowl Read the rules for better explanation of the format. 20122 Vanowen St, Winnetka, CA 818-340-5190 The total entry fee for KingPin Million Dollars Challenge is $695.00 but a deposit of $195.00 will reserve your spot. Addition- ally, Stay and play packages are available for the Silver Legacy, owned and operated by Eldorado and Circus Circus Hotels. Entries are currently taken online at www.kingpinchallenge.com. Tim and Diana Albin NDMBA Got First Three Early Entries Inside Rossmoor Bowl (moving to new locaton in six weeks) BowlersImage Pro Shop & Embroidery For It’s 4th Annual Tournament Memo & SPANKY Rosales ANAHEIM…National Deaf Master Bowlers Association Di- rector Bill Cozad said that he received first entry from PBA Senior 10534 Lower Azusa Road ◆ El Monte Ca 91731 bowler Frank Gallo, Jr. for NDMBA’s 4th annual Tournament held Phone: 626.350.1012 SHOOTOUT Email:[email protected] at Olathe, KS on Sept. 30 to October 2nd. Then a couple of days EVERY SUNDAY @ 6:00PM Located Inside Action Lanes later Olathe residents Stacey Thompson and Thaine Maelzer fol- lowed with their entries. ENTRY FEE: $20.00 Gallo of Maryland is entering for the 4th time in his quest for BLIND DRAW • SCRATCH MATCH PLAY his first NDMBA title. Frank had qualified in past three NDMBA NEXT TOURNY AUGUST 7TH, 2005 tournaments and made the top four finalists twice, placing 2nd each ACTION LANES time, losing to Johnny Dominik at Dallas and to Lindy Decker last 10534 Lower Azuza Road, El Monte, CA 91731 year at Orlando. He was the top qualifier by one pin at Dallas. (626) 350-8831 • FAX (626) 350-8852 Both Stacey and Thaine entered in NDMBA for first time at Orlando last year. Only Stacey made the match plays but lost in the first round. So they are ready to do better in their hometown. Entries are still at $190.00 by deadline of August 10th. A de- Del Rosa Lanes posit of $90.00 can be made with the balance of $100 by August 10. After August 10 the entry fee will be $210.00. Congratulates 9 BullDog Coffee Club 1 Every Sunday at Matt McInnis 6 . Psychic Westminster Lanes at 10:30 AM 5 Sign ups start at 9:30 AM. Entry Fee: $21 0 Past Present Future Once a month BullDog gives a 300 Game 1 BullDog bowling ball away . Tarot Card Reading 7 $ Come join us for the fun $ Want to know about your love ones or maybe about your career? in the Mary’s Invitational 7 Well, I have all the answers you’ll ever need. Money Available To Win: $1,615.00 3 I’ve got candles, incenses, good luck charms, 6471 Westminster Blvd., Westminster CA • 714-893-5005 on 7-26-05 5 and many types of stones for love. Thursday, August 4, 2005 BOWLING NEWS Page 13 Teen Masters Finals by Patrick Danforth UPLAND–Kathy Liberatore Junior-adult of Cerritos and Josh Blanchard of Upland are representing Cali- fornia at the Finals. They both Qualified at Forest Lanes in June. Since its inception in 1997, the Teen Masters has set out to SCRAMBler challenge the top teen bowlers, embracing scoring conditions which focused on accuracy and spare making. The event has been a test of skill, endurance and character. In 2005, the event has evolved to become a na- Tournament tional championship event for high school bowlers and will stage its championship compe- tition at the largest bowling cen- ter in the United States, the 96 lane Freeway Lanes in Saturday, August 27th Wickliffe, Ohio. Located in the eastern suburbs of Cleveland, the facility will host three days Check-In at 12:30 p.m. – Bowl at 1:00 p.m. of competition designed to de- termine the top boy and girl high school bowler in the United States. 1 adult/1 junior per team - $25 entry fee per team The format mixes the excite- ment of head-to-head match play with the challenge of tough Handicap is 80% of 200 Sport Bowling lane conditions and the test of versatility pro- vided by multiple oil patterns. The athletes will roll 12 games Each Game is a Different Format at the outset of the tournament - 6 on a long Sport Bowling oil pattern and 6 on a short Sport 1st Game 2nd Game 3rd Game Bowling oil pattern. Based on their 12-game totals, the top 32 boys and top 16 girls will ad- No-Tap 3-6-9 Regular vance to the match portion of the competition. Matches will be conducted on two pairs of lanes, one con- 1st Place Team receives ditioned with a long Sport pat- tern, the other with a short Sport pattern. The bowlers will bowl their first game on a long Sport NEW Bowling Balls pattern and their second on a short Sport pattern. For game 2nd Place Team receives three, the higher seeded player in each given match will chose which pattern will be faced. Should a given match reach a Trophies game four, the lower seeded player will make the choice of patterns, and if the match should reach a two-two tie, the higher For More Information or seed will make the decision for the final and deciding game. The Teen Masters Champi- To Sign-Up Call onship Finals will be contested August 3-6, 2005. To be eligible, a bowler must have been a 9th – Mary Lou Teller 12th grader during the 2004- 2005 school year, born after 11459 E. Imperial Hwy. Norwalk (562) 868-3261 August 1, 1985, and still be eli- gible for youth competition. The Teen Masters is pre- sented by the United States Bowling Congress. Stefano McKinney 76-134, and Fiege 166-454, Tim Eich 162- Justin Gallo 81-108. July 23— 451, Jonathan Shepard 163-448, Fontenot Fires First 700 To Angelo McKinney 115-209, Matthew Wardour 150-432, Jen- “Leanne Barrette” Joshua Inouye 106-189, Julia nifer Daniel 146-415, Cassy Kawashima 101-181, Jessica Eicher 162-413, and Amanda Lead Gable House Youth Gallo 88-166, Jacob Flores 75- McInerney 148-387. Her name is Barrette 150, Stefano McKinney 74-144, One final note this week as by Chris Graves Christopher Jerry 77-143, tournament action returns to She is so nice, and she’s not afraid to share it TORRANCE—Before we Joseph Trejo 109-173, Gavin Garrett Kasai 82-140, May Gable House on Monday night, She took the time to shake my hand get to this edition of our weekly Steed 87-170, and Amber Trejo Kawashima 67-128, and Justin September 5 when we present roundup, those of you interested 90-170. Adults—Kevin Shaw Gallo 60-85. our annual Youth Labor Day The one with the yellow band the Star Wars Strike Force is on 136-268, and Beth Wahba 105- Jared Gabaldon led the Jun- Scholarship Tournament. the way! This is the latest install- 199. ior Jammers with an impressive Check-in opens at 5 p.m. ment in our series of “Have-A- Andrew Fontenot came out 157-131-176/464 series. Cathe- with bowling starting at 6 p.m. She brightened an outherwise gloomy day Ball” leagues. This time around, of nowhere to lead all bowlers rine Shepard was next with 148- The first phase will consist of you can choose from either one in the Family Feud with a huge 376, followed by Anthony three games of qualifying, with And for once in my life, I don’t know what to say of seven Star Wars Viz-A-Balls 242-267-194/703 series, mark- Temprano 127-342, Ryan the top four bowlers advancing or a Star Wars goody bag fea- ing his very first 700. Congratu- Gabaldon 136-336, Cameron to the second phase, our popu- Except, thank you miss Leanne turing movie posters, a baseball lations Andrew! Other high scor- Huntelman 144-336, Ashley lar stepladder rolloff. Handicap cap, and a Darth Vader stand up. ers for the juniors include Gary McClurg 125-328, Michael will be based on 90% of 225. For perking up this ole anchor man More information is readily McInerney 238-201-230/669, Vrana 115-316, Samantha Entry fee is only $20 if you sign available at our service counter, Tyler Cooke 203-595, C.C. Cole Horvat 121-315, Colleen Tin up early—any “last minute mar- and there will be a Monday ses- 214-564, Randy Finnell 239- 114-312, Douglas Meyer 106- vels” making a grand entrance I used to be one of the best sion starting on September 12 545, and Kevin Petersen 213- 308, and Brendan Viloria 125- pay $25 at the door. Scholarships and a Thursday session starting 523. Big guns for the adults were 304. and trophies are based on the Now I need too much rest October 6. Reserve your spots Bob Finnell 232-236/662, Ron The Classic Highs bring high number of entries, using a 1 in 8 today! Range 225-593, Rick Petersen scores from Gary McInerney ratio. Once again, sign up early! If it weren’t for people like you and Cheryl Poole The Disney/Pixar Bowling 189-544, and Wendy Cooke 229-554, Scott Santos 189-538, That gets us through another I just don’t know what I would do Club was marred with quite a 176-506. Matthew Simon 191-528, week. Thanks for taking the time few absences, but we still have Two weeks’ worth of Pee Joshua Cooper 193-521, Talia to catch up with the Gable House So thank you Leanne for taking the thime to shake my hand these scores to report: Juniors— Wees: July 16—Joshua Inouye Asato 199-514, Michael Youth Program. Have a great Roy Walker 135-233, Gavin 96-188, Jacob Flores 109-185, Nomicos 178-489, Eric Diffoot week, and see you next time. Your number one fan Bird 126-212, Phillip Wahba Christopher Jerry 90-165, 197-462, Warren Petredis 165- 105-191, Bailey Reyna 96-173, Angelo McKinney 84-149, 461, Kyle Shore 190-458, James Billy Bucks A.K.A. W.R. Moguez, The Cowboy Singer Page 14 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 FIND A BOWLING CENTER NEAR YOU

PREMIERE LANES (32) 13210 Telegraph Rd.., Santa Fe Springs, CA 90670 Los Angeles County (562) 941-0271• Pro Shop • Coffee Shop Available San Diego County

ACTION LANES (32) SANTA CLARITA LANES (32) KEARNY MESA BOWL (40) 10534 Lower Azusa Road, El Monte, CA 91731 21615 W. Soledad Canyon Rd., Santa Clarita, CA 91350 7585 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92111 (626) 350-8831 FAX (626) 350-8852 (661) 254-0540 (858) 279-1501

ALHAMBRA BOWLING CENTER (32) SHATTO 39 LANES (39) MIRA MESA BOWL (44) 1400 E. Valley Blvd., Alhambra, CA 91801 3255 W. 4th St., Los Angeles, CA 90020 8210 Mira Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92126 (626) 289-5168 FAX (626) 289-5190 (213) 385-9475 (858) 578-0500

ALL STAR LANES (22) SOUTHWEST BOWL (26) 4459 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90041 11633 S. Western Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90047 Nevada (323) 254-2579 (323) 757-2211 GOLD COAST (72) CAL BOWL (68) VALENCIA LANES (24) Hotel, Casino, & Bowling Center 2500 E. Carson Street, Lakewood, CA 90712 23700 Lyons Ave., Santa Clarita, CA 91321 4000 W. Flamingo Road, Las Vegas, NV 89103 (562) 421-8448 (661) 222-9080 (800) 331-5334 CANOGA PARK BOWL (32) THE ORLEANS (70) 20122 Vanowen St., Winnetka, CA 91306 Hotel, Casino, & Bowling Center (818) 340-5190 www.canogaparkbowl.com (24 HRS) Orange County 4500 West Tropicana, Las Vegas, NV 89103 email: [email protected] (888) 365-7111 CORBIN BOWL (26) FOREST LANES (40) SAM’S TOWN (56) 19616 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana, CA 91354 22771 Centre Drive, Lake Forest CA 92630 Hotel, Gambling Hall, & Bowling Center 5111 Boulder Highway, Las Vegas, NV 89122 (818) 996-BOWL (2695) (949) 770-0055 (800) 634-6371 SANTA FE STATION (60) CHAPARRAL LANES (48) FOUNTAIN BOWL (60) Hotel, Casino, Ice Skating, & Bowling Center 400 W. Bonita Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773 17110 Brookhurst, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 4949 N. Rancho Dr., Las Vegas, NV 89130 (714) 963-7888 (702) 658-4995 (909) 592-2772 email: [email protected] SUNCOAST (64) DEL RIO LANES (32) SADDLEBACK LANES (32) Hotel, Casino, & Bowling Center 7502 E. Florence, Downey, CA 90240 25402 Marguerite Parkway, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 9090 Alta Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89145 (562) 927-3351 (949) 586-5300 (702) 636-7400 SUNSET LANES (40) GABLE HOUSE BOWL (40) YORBA LINDA BOWL (30) Bowling – Casual Dining – Casino 22501 Hawthorne Blvd., Torrance, CA 90505 18171 Imperial Highway, Yorba Linda, CA 92868 4565 E. Sunset Rd., Henderson, NV 89014 (310) 378-2265 (714) 777-3818 (702) 736-2695 TEXAS STATION (60) GAGE BOWL (22) Riverside & San Gambling Hall, Hotel, & Bowling Center 3477E Gage Ave., Huntington Park, CA 90255 2101 Texas Star Lane, Las Vegas, NV 89032 (323) 587-3211 – OPEN 24 HOURS (800) 654-8804 – (702) 631-8388 FAX: (702) 631-8281 Bernardino Counties email: [email protected] GARDENA BOWLING CENTER (16) VIRGIN RIVER (24) DEL ROSA LANES (32) Bowling Center, Hotel, & Casino 15707 S. Vermont Ave., Gardena, CA 90247 1499 E. Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92404 (310) 324-1244 I-15 Exit 122 Mesquite, NV 89027 (909) 886-4675 (800) 346-7721 • FAX (702) 346-3965 JEWEL CITY BOWL (24) EMPIRE BOWL (24) Bowling 135 S. Glendale Ave., Glendale, CA 91205 940 W. Colton Ave., Redlands, CA 92374 (818) 243-1188 (909) 793-2525 Associations KEYSTONE LANES (48) Santa Barbara & SAN GABRIEL VALLEY W.B.A. 11459 E. Imperial Hwy., Norwalk, CA 90650 1061 W. Badillo, Covina, CA 91722 (562) 868-3261 Ventura Counties (626) 859-6216 – FAX (626) 859-6218 MISSION HILLS BOWL (24) BUENA LANES (42) LOS ANGELES B.A. 10430 Sepulveda Blvd., Mission Hills, CA 91345 1788 S. Mesa Verde, Ventura, CA 93003 15335 Morrison St., Suite 375, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403 (818) 361-1221 (805) 656-0666 (818) 784-3352

OAK TREE LANES (36) HARLEY’S SIMI BOWL (24) SAN GABRIEL VALLEY B.A. 990 North Diamond Bar Blvd., Diamond Bar, CA 480 E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley CA 93065 1069 W. Badillo, Covina, CA 91722 91765 (805) 526-4212 (909) 860-3558 (626) 858-9428 – FAX (626) 915-4719 PICKWICK BOWL (24) ZODO’S BOWLING & BEYOND (24) SOUTH LOS ANGELES COUNTY B.A. 921 Riverside Drive, Burbank, CA 91506 5925 Calle Real, Goleta, CA 93117 17057 Bellflower Blvd., #210, Bellflower, CA 90706 (818) 842-7188 (805) 967-0128 (562) 925-0417 ARIZONA PINZ BOWLING CENTER (32) SAN DIEGO BOWLING ASSOCIATION, INC. 12655 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604 THUNDER LANES (24) (818) 769-7600 4575 Highway 95, Mohave, AZ 86426 4400 Palm Avenue, Suite B, La Mesa, CA 91941 (619) 697-6939 FAX (619) 697-6941 website: www.pinzbowlingcenter.com (928) 763-2695 Thursday, August 4, 2005 BOWLING NEWS Page 15

Perfect Weather Great Entertainment Luxury Hotel Rooms Page 16 BOWLING NEWS Thursday, August 4, 2005 Bellinder Rings To The Tune Of “300” & Linbrook Bowling Center Bordenave Boasts 987 In Rocky Marsh Doubles 201 S. Brookhurst • Anaheim • (714) 774-2253 by Joy McGregor ANAHEIM–We have enjoyed a bevy of high scores in the Rocky Marsh ANAHEIM — Hi. Looking for something different to do on Doubles at Linbrook as of late and this Friday morning was no exception as Saturdays and Sundays? Well, here at Linbrook Bowling Frank Bellinder and Willy Bordenave shared headlines and high honors. Center, we have Color Of Money on Saturdays at 9:00 p.m.It’s Frank Bellinder proved just because you bowl a mediocre 3-gamer, you SAN BERNARDINO — Hi. Where have the months gone? for bowlers, 18 years and older with an entry fee of $14. Then can still pull out a respectable series — as long as your fourth game is a Here it is the first week of August and soon it will be winter on Sundays from 7:30 a.m.to 11:00 a.m., it’s Breakfast Bowl “300”. Also noteworthy: Frank’s 4-game series of 862 was without the ben- leagues sign-up time. At least when you think of winter you efit of a 200 game, who-da-thunk-it? By the way, this give Frank a total of can feel cool but during the meantime, it’s hot, hot scores to at $9 per person. That’s all for three games of bowling and 13 perfectos, one more than his daughter, Missy...Game on! breakfast. Come have some fun at Linbrook Bowling Center. Talented right-hander Willy Bordenave has been bowling a tad sub-par report from the past week here at Del Rosa Lanes. Now for our weekly high scores. (only holding a measly 200 average compared to his 216 book), but he sure Beach Party: Kurt Beach 202/538, Kris Beach 211, Diane Santa’s Gals & Guys: Jose Gonzalez 217, Art Gutierrez 205, Jesse pulled out all the stops on his way to a great series as he blasted 256-207- Kline 173/457. Pratt 204, Phyllis Totten 200. 278 for a 741 and added a 246 game to tally a league-leading 987 set. Great Capri: Diane Kline 211/561. Lunch Bunch: Jim Devre 246-205, Sal Molina 211. show, Willy! Swinging Seniors: Bob Baughman 234, Joe Zeuli 211, Stan Lucas Alan Bloom is certainly “blooming” as he recorded his very first (hard Tues. S.B.T.A.: Matt Tanner 268/656, Lory Durkiewicz 437, 205. to believe), 700 series. Alan shot 234-226-258 for a 718 and added 233 to Lori Fletcher 174. Jr./ Adult Family Fun Lge.: Jrs.—Joe Davis 235-211, Aaron Wilson score 951. Congratulations, Alan and I noticed you were wearing your Mary’s Invitational: Marv Sargent 268-225-279/772, 223-212. Adults — Joe Rouette 233, EJ Rogers 225, Mike Blodgett “lucky” red shirt! 223, Darrell Wilson 220-203, Dave Beaver 202-213. Nathan Cooke 216-279-246/741, Adam Sokoloski 266-248- High on the distaff side and next in line was none other than Missy 223/737, Steve Pellegrine 259-215-259/733, Darren De Maio Ten Pins: Tony Toliver 245-226-212/683, Henry Trevino 203-216, Ron Bellinder who powered her ball to the pocket, recording 266-246-208 for Williams 214, Fred Fouts 211, Dan Hurst 211. 720 and added a 230 for a nice 950. Watch out for her in the coming weeks, 226-274/694, John Hutchings 216-224-203/643, Jerry Forch No Knottcents: Eugene Sameshima 204, Chris Vandyke 205-220. 233-212/642, Matt McInnis 300/639, Randy Haydis 224-236/ R.C.R.C.: Paul Budnovich 212, Don Tanner 208, Jim Miller 206. she’s on a mission! 3’S Company: Marylou Platte 210. New regular John Conway, rounding out the 900 Club showed his “stuff”, 630, Jim Gettman 226-213/627, Jim Sorrells 214-215/619, Executive Doubles: Tony Banks 238-207, Jeff Gilchrist 232, Charles stroking 214-249-236 and 225 to tally a fine 924. John King 210-218/619, Mark Learned 234/611, Mark Tucker Rogers 229, Dave Haskell 226/602, Michael White 218, Lisa Somma More ‘hot’ scores: John Phillips 264-888, Stan Guzy 227-866, Carl 265, Jeff Raynor 255, Art Guzman 235, PJ Buckner 234, Gus 233, Terry White 209-210. Adinolfi 234-855, Bob Gosnell 242-854, Gloria Ferrulli 234-850, Ronny Jacks and Jills: Robert Rouse 203-237/622, Adam DeLucca 237, Thompson 220-840, Tony Chaco 254-837, Terry Brent 236-832, Rose Wil- Cardenas 232, Tim Farris 232, Andi Mattice 210-245/634, Rene Rosales 225, Rudy Tamaneng 224, Jim Wagner 224, Lynn liams 246-830, Brian Roberge 232-826, Kantral Williams 214-813, Janet Sarah Hartman 202-204/604, Mary Cassin 222, Jackie Farris Solimana 210. Anderson 217-806, Dave Lautherboren 222-806, Larry Green 242, Don Hart 213. Angels Bowling Club (no-tap): Charles Rogers 298-209-210/717, 229, Ralph Wingert 228, Shirley Anderson 226, Roger Vasquez 226, Lloyd Wed. Vegas: Victor Chavez 258-211/640, Steve Pellegrine Curtis Henderson 257-288-217, Brian McGee 278-229/683, Philip Thierry 220, Fred Voysey 216, Marian Hart 212, Gino Vassallo 212, Roberta White 278/660, Ralph Tanner 235-241-266/742, Edna McGee 220- McNaught 210, Chris De Marco 203 and E.J. Rogers 201. 222-247/638, Joe Dube 239/614, Jeff Hout 228-213/613, Rich 276/688, Bridgett Pinsky 263-218-217/698, Gail Brockway 240, Reminder: Meeting for So. Cal. 590 Classic — Friday, August 5th at Richardson 216/604, Jim Forbes 263/600, Howard Vasquez Priscilla Hudson 238, Dawn White 229. 11:30 am at Linbrook. Be there! Starting date will be Sept. 2nd with bowl- 227, Joseph De La Torre 203-226, Robyn Doutt 477, Vickie Go For 9 (no-tap): Lloyd Carter 288-217/675, Carl Adinolfi 278-278/ ing at 9:30 am. Until then... Fields 180. 749, Carl Stutzman 266-213/602, Gino Vassallo 222-262-232/716, Jack Short 221-255-200/676, Flo Vignola 245, Laverne Turnham 231, 630 Scratch Trio: George Billiox 258-238-259/755, Tom Pat Nichols 200-230, Elberta Canfield 212, Fran Stern 205. Velasquez Jr. 242-256-244/742, Brian Bringhurst 204-299- Golden Nuggets: Frank McCoy 225-210, Larry Grummett 201. 233/736, Johnny Hernandez 245-248-238/731, James Gales Rowdies: Sean Gumea 208, Aaron Dodson 204, Mike Crumley Sr. 203-234-286/723, Nick Assini 222-259-240/721, Russell Ruiz 202, Verne Toumay Jr. 202, Matt Guirgis 201, Lyn Nielsen 210, Kim Howes 207-200. 227-288-201/716, Mark Dyer 277-201-228/706, Vince Wood Party Timers: Patrick Bayne 253-246-247/746, Donn Stout 240, 279-226/695, Marv Sargent 258-246/688, Eric Espinosa 211- Duane Stout 235, Matt Smith 235, West Jones 232, Laura Rodehaver 254-213/678, Michael Hudson 205-231-234/670, Evan Tolson 235, Ladine Jones 229, Yvonne Dowland 210, Myung Lee 205. Anaheim Nisei: Tommy Watanabe 268, Don Ellsworth 257, Bob 276-223/669, Joe Staton 236-225-201/662, Robert Young Mendoza 237, Shig Nakata 232, Vincent Okada 222. 244-225/655, Tony Cangialosi 239-216/647, Corky De Maio Santa’s Super Savers: Tony Chaco 214, Jerry Roddam 204, Dallas 205-244/642, Jerry Forch 258-214/639, Ronnie Strange 210- Liebenow 203, John Hendricks 200. 224-200/634, Neil Lau 206-224-204/634, James Johnson 225- 525 Ladies Classic: Joy McGregor 267-211/804, Gloria Ferrulli 235, Gloria Somma 224-205, Shirley Anderson 212, Betty Saienni 211. 238/631, Cora Wais 247/627, David Martin 215-212/624, Nikkei Seniors: Dave Lautherboren 249, Leo Asuncion 201-232, Shig Jamie Castillo 249/616, Joel Palumbo 202-220/616, Mark Nakata 225, Tom Izuhara 209-224, Nobu Takata 219. Learned 220-215/611, Dean Danner 236/610, Bryan Ander- Thursday Juniors: Jonathon Greenhaig 208, Mark McLeod 202. son 219-203/604. St. Columbans: Tom Bartczak 216, Byron Reich 216. Thursday Mixed Seniors: Carl Eggers 234, Don Smith 223, Bill Young Good Times: Mike Mobley 206-278-232/716, Bobby 213, Rudy Espinosa 208, Lee Myers 203. Campagnale 203-258-205/666, Leighton Beach 214-204-246/ 7-11 Vegas: Ed Angeles 231-223/639, Ben Philalack 236-200/606, 664, John Hutchings 246-234/646, John Boyer 222-247/642, Eric Angeles 212-231/629, Jack Gushue 224/612, Dave Haskell 223- Bill Elliott 226-218/637, Rick Hudson 226-211/627, Adolph 203/606, Josie Angeles 210-223/603, Lisa Somma 200. Korean Bowling League: Young Sun Shin 201-258-206, Henry Kim Burkhalter 223/610, James Williams 234, Debra Neff 227/ 257-209, Bong Un Hwang 225-235, Chung Tae Kim 210-222, Jae 537, Delores Tanner 202. Dam Lee 221. NASCAR: Rolando Bravo 203/573, Shanna Lyon 453, Jeri Grey Panthers: Harry Sargent 214, Carl Eggers 211, Gus Glissman 203, Stan Lucas 203, Ray Sanchez 202. Bonner 167, Vegas Party: Dan Duarte 221-268/670, Stan Evans 239-215/651, Redlands Community Hospital (R.C.H.): John Trujillo Terry White 234, Lorenzo Martinez 232, Ray Garza 231. 219/526, Sara Insana 445. T.G.I.F.: Mike Wagner 256/618, Tim Perry 231-245/662, James S.B. City Mixed: Bobby Campagnale 225-226-247/698, Vansant 224-234/643, Casey Jones 233-224/648, Scott Talmage 213. P.B.L.: Ben Barut 243, Marc Sy 231/612, Conrad Alquiza Sr. 221- Charlie Rabico 213-234/620, Jamil Pinnix 233, David Marion 225, Kmel Cunanan 225, Anthony Borci 209-202, Joenito Soon 235- 224, Martin Romeo 225, Lane Quade 212, Robert Richards 202, Raniel Castillo 222-203. 202, Delores Tanner 188/545, Carmen Torres 173. Saturday Juniors: Andrew Newburn 219-224/616, Joe Davis 211, See you all next week right here at Del Rosa Lanes Nick Murillo 202, Nicole Curtis 206. 4-4 Vegas: Jenn Wayne 279-213/669, Curt Butshke 240, Don Gardner Del Rosa Srs. Del Rosa Jrs. 202-228, Judd Estrada 226, Dino Chavez 224-213/632, Kim Davisson SAN BERNARDINO — Hello. 224, Sandy Batalon 212. SAN BERNARDINO — Hi. The jun- Double Daters: Ben Philalack 268, Bill Green 256/600, Rick Mundrick It’s been a hot week so we iors here at Del Rosa Lanes reported 253/643, Alan Bloom 244-223/653, John Munson 243, Cheryl Stauffer hope all our seniors have been their scores from the past week so 218, Marge Savage 207-210-210/627. able to keep cool. Like we said we’re proud to present them to you. Senior No-Tap (July 26): 28 Entries at $9=$52. 3-6-9 winner: Pete before, Del Rosa Lanes is al- Little Rascals: Tyler Contreras Kizziah $83.50. New total: $83.50. Place money: 1st place Terry Brent ways nice and cool and a great 105/172. 860 $28, 2nd Bill Young 792 $20, 3rd Don Hart 791 $15, 4th Gary place for bowling and making Bantam Buddies: Allen Hively McQuinney 781 $9, 5th (tied) Elaine Dooley and Gino Vassallo 756 new friends. Here are the 151/369, Shantea Bellamy 104/288. each $2.50 each. Sidepots: 1st game, hdcp.—1st Gary McQuinney scores reported from the past Pincrackers: Austin Duke 171/447, 291 $7, 2nd Terry Brent 287 $5, 3rd Lily Gumban 274 $4. 2nd game, week. Shelby Scheffler 141/369. scr.— 1st Terry Brent 296 $8, 2nd Don Hart 280 $5, 3rd Henry Urada Young At Heart: Everett Strike Force: Adrian Ruiz 239-202/ 253 $4. 3rd game, hdcp. — 1st Bill Young 321 $7, 2nd Elaine Dooley Haydis 528, Frank Deluca 221, 610, J.J. Herzig 209, Bryan Dorsch 307 $5, 3rd Cliff LaPointe 279 $4. That’s all for this week. Velma Bone 169/463. 204, Ashley Higgins 157/435. Park & Rec.: Rich Richard- Keep those scores coming and son 241/601, Frank Weiler 212- have a fun week. See ya. 203, Murray Gibson 201, Delores Tanner 208/574. LINBROOK BOWLING CENTER Afternooners: Bob Lee 203/596, “I” REMEMBER... 201 S. BROOKHURST • ANAHEIM • (714) 774-2253 Velma Bone 521. WHEN the WIBC/LOCAL Senior No-Tap Wednesday: 1. Ed WE NEVER CLOSE • OPEN 24 HOURS Wallace 829, 2. Larry Kissel 793, 3. tournament directors job in- Chuck Dawson 789, 4. Ron Barnett cluded skirt checking — noth- 776, 5. Rich Richardson 757, ing showing above the knees. Bobby, Charles Reither 592. Have — Komments From Kietz $1.75 a game - Monday & Fridays 9am to 5pm a cool week and we’ll see you. 66th Year In Publication Monday & Tuesday Nights 8pm to 1am VOLUME 66, NO.31 Winter Schedules are out! Contact Stacy Rider For More Information California The nation's leading bowling newspaper, Ozzie’s Senior Mixed Scotch Doubles - August 20th published Thursdays 52 weeks per year. EDITORIAL OFFICE MAILING ADDRESS Check in at 11:30AM - Bowl at 12:30PM Limited to the first 50 couples 11459 E. Imperial Hwy. P.O. Box 4160 Norwalk, CA 90650 Downey, CA 90240 Weekly Events . . OFFICE NUMBER: 562-807-3600 24-HOUR FAX NUMBER: 562-807-2288 COLOR OF MONEY e-mail: [email protected] Saturdays at 9 PM • Entry Fee: $14 • 18 Yrs. & Older website: www.californiabowlingnews.com CHARLES KINSTLER ...... Publisher CAROL MANCINI ...... Publisher/Editor BREAKFAST BOWL DEAN LOPEZ ...... Typographer/Assistant Editor LILLIAN OAK ...... Advertising Manager Sundays at 7:30-11 AM • 3 Games & Breakfast • $9 Per Person HERBERT JONES ...... Transportation/Distribution FRANK KIETZ ...... Historian/Field Rep. DICK STOEFFLER ...... Opinion Columnist SENIOR NO-TAP The CALIFORNIA BOWLING NEWS (ISSN 0008-0918) is published weekly on Thursdays and is Free with a $39.95 postage and handling fee (52 issues) by writing to: California Bowling News, P.O. Box 4160, Downey, Tuesdays at 1 PM • Entry Fee: $9 CA 90240. Office of publication is located at 11459 E. Imperial Hwy. Norwalk, CA 90650. Periodical postage paid at Norwalk, CA POSTMAS- TER: Send address changes to the California Bowling News, P.O. Box “WE'RE A PARTY 24 SEVEN” 4160, Downey, CA 90240.