Bowling Highlights Column 10-31-08

Donald Durland

Durland Scores 7th Career 300

Ever since he recorded his first-ever 300 game during the 2005-2006 season as a youth bowler in the Saturday Morning Youth leagues at Kiamesha Lanes Sullivan County bowlers have watched the steady growth of Wurtsboro bowler Donald Durland.
This now very proficient 20-year-old kegler recorded his seventh career 300 game while subbing October 24 in the Friday Mixed Doubles league at Kiamesha Lanes.
Bowling with Glen Fraser, Kearstin DeGraw and Nancy Fraser, Durland used a Hawg by Hammer bowling ball to record scores of 206, 227, 300, 733 on lanes 5 and 6.
All 12 strikes were in the pocket.
His sixth-career 300 game came on July 30 in the Wednesday Night Mixed Summer league at Colonial Lanes in Chester. On that night he scored a 708 series, which included the 300 and games of 223 and 185 with a Hammer Vibe bowling ball.
In that summer league Donald averaged 200 and bowled with the Killer Angels II team consisting of his mother, Debbie Durland (one of the premier women bowlers in the Tri-County area), Tom Cooney and Pat Cooney.
Durland must like subbing in the Kiamesha Lanes Friday Mixed league because his fifth 300 game was bowled on April 4 of this year in that league using an Ebonite Maxim plastic bowling ball.
His high series of 796 off single games of 268, 249 and 279 was bowled earlier this year in the Monday Men's league at Kiamesha Lanes.
He has been bowling since the age of 5 and averages 216 in the Wednesday Men's league and 214 in the Monday Men's league, both at Kiamesha Lanes.

The Bowling Tip
By Mike Luongo

This tip is for all bowlers regardless of age or level of play.
So very often today bowlers find themselves off balance at the foul line.
While there are many reasons for this, what you may not realize is that most bad finishes are a result of a bad start.
The tip: Check your first step and see if it's too long. This will cause you to push the ball away too far and then your feet will have to play "catch up" to keep you from falling down.
Try a smaller first step next time......it may help.
Mike Luongo is technically certified through IBPSIA as a Pro Shop Operator and Master Instructor. He is also a Silver Level Coach with the USBC and is also the Northeast Regional Sales Manager with the Storm and Roto Grip Bowling Ball Company. If you have a question or subject you would like covered, he can be reached at 341-1694 or via e-mail at mikespro@warwick.net

Ed's Outlook

Tri-County NY USBC Association Manager Michele Bensley is wanting to let league bowlers know that the association computer recently died and a new computer has been purchased but that the USBC Winlabs Program is not yet in total operation so she is far behind and about 30 leagues are waiting for processing. So if your looking for awards or membership cards if will probably be about 2-3 weeks....be patient while she is getting this program up and running.
The Brittany Miller Foundation team tournament and auction will be held at Kiamesha Lanes on Sunday, Novermber 16 at 12 noon. The tournament is both a fund raiser with a prize fund as 1st, 2ed and 3ed place teams will win prize money.
The Brittany Miller Foundation is a Pediatric Cancer Fund.
Four person Mixed teams or any configuration will receive 100 percent handicap based on 220 and you must have verifiable sanctioned averages to win.
The prize fund is based on 16 teams and a second squad at 3:30 will be created if necessary.
There will be raffles and door prizes plus refreshments. Make the "baby split" and win $2 and make any bigger split and win $5. These must be observed by a tournament director.
Entry fee is $100 per team and entry forms are available at Kiamesha Lanes.

Local Scores

Kiamesha Lanes

Recent highlights scores in the Monday Men's league include a 200, 238, 601 by Nate Sanders, Willy Bartley 209, David Graham 265, 615, Chuck McAllister 233, 202, 604, Keith Smith 212, Danny Ricco 204, 212, 213, 629, Jason Jones 237, Jim VanAken 205, 205, 605, John Hoffmann 225, Rudy Belanchia 225, 225, 623, Jo Jo VanKeuren 223, 225, 647, Harrison Cherry 213, Robert Hamilton 268, 246, 704, Tim Bilyeu 278, 247, 678, Francisco Martinez 204, Mike Mason 204, John Fischer 279, 235, 699, Bill Helms 201, Bob Wase 213, Donald Durland 232, Paul Durland 221, 214, 625, Jaryl Scott 214, 211, 624, Mark Wegener 219, 269, 677, Al Caycho 290, 213, 697, Jack Moylan 202, 225, 207, 634, Kort Wheeler 236, 245, 222, 703, Angel Rodriguez 202, 246, 622, Glen Fraser 244, Frank Scuderi 203, Eddie Lake 207, 204, Ricky Lake 235 and Allan Jones 202, 237, 265, 704.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firemen's league Carol MacAdam scored a 213, 204, 562, Pat Mulhern 204, Debbie Wright 188, 188, 512, Neil Bell Jr. 203, Bryan Babcock 210, Ed Guthrie 201, 227, 610, Mary Lee Williams 200, 538, Dorian Jennings 246, 244, 224, 714, Joan Lake 202, 525, Andy Richardson 213, 215, Peter Scannell 210, Jack Rustic 255, George Kelley 214, Russ Keesler 212, 216, 201, 629, Stan Gilmore 240, Tom Hickman 223, Lisa Cartwright 190, 190, 559, Larry Berens 222, Debbie Durland 204, 204, 573, Kevin Stackhouse 212, John Fischer 245, 205, 200, 650, John Hoffmann 203, 256, 224, 683, Chet Smith 219, Barbara Yeomans 183, 185, 539, Linda Schaefer 193 and Barbara Merton 193.
In the Wednesday Men's league Shane Conner scored a 205, Donald Durland 223, 205, 611, Jon Wilheim 235, 206, 636, Tim McIntyre 234, 611, Alpesh (A.C.) Patel 212, Rick Lara 225, Josh Strang 248, 259, 699, Vincent Scuderi 201, George Battle Jr. 213, 600, Frank Muller Jr. 203, Allan Jones 225, 210, 626, Larry Berens 208, Dean Shattuck 200, 212, 278, 690, Paul Durland 200, John Hoffmann 204, 257, 643, Tom Belgiovene 223, 216, 627, Vinnie Collura 221, 216, 626, Pedro Agapito 201, 236, Danny Ricco 225, Al Caycho 216, Michael Weiner 268, 664, Eugene Morton 222, Kenny Atkins 216, Wayne Atkins 216, Eddie Lake 246, 240, 237, 723, William Danchak 200 and Frank DiCostanzo 214, 227, 633.
In the Saturday Morning Yough leagues, in Pee Wees division G. VanAken scored a 99. In the Bantams division N. Edwards scored a 92. In the Preps division S. Patel scored a 100, P. Patel 119, 125, R. Patel 127, 121, 132, N. Goldsmith 128, M Hope 117, 150. In the Jr.Mjrs division B. Fraser scored a 141, 103, 105, M Scuderi 196, P Agapito III a 202, J. Durland 221, S. Patel 161, K. Patel 182, C. Israel 128 and M. McCormack 131.

Gravity Alley

In the Wednesday Mixed Fun league Dave Predmore scored a 211, Bill Rutledge 222 and John Daniels 222, 207, 614.

Fox Bowling Center

Recent highlight scores in the Tuesday Ladies Early Birds league includes a 224, 185, 570 by Kathleen Stanton, Nikki Andriano 191, 208, 551, AnneCouse 202, 546, Louise Botsford 220, 532, Jennifer Raymond 184, 526 and Tammy Kane 186.
In the Wednesday Independent Men's league Daniel Wormuth scored a 217, 267, 229, 713, Brian Drumm 252, 268, 694, Paul Ignatovich 203, 257, 215, 675, Howie Couse 213, 241, 213, 667, Robert Johnson 238, 204, 225, 667, Ryan Kille 243, 220, 662, Jack Hazen 205, 226, 227, 658, Bill Gleim 236, 248, 651, David Thomason 252, 216, 645, Don Marino 234, 248, 630, Ed Milk Jr. 217, 234, 627, Lee Stanton 223, 203, 618, Jon Stanton 205, 203, 203, 611, James Dibble 230, 214, 608, Mitch Persbaker 231, 206, 608, Jonathon Wayne 216, 213, 606, Joel Keelser 246, Brian Tiffany 235, Jim Merwin 221, Frank Couse 225, Scott Ostrander 235, Josh Rice 222 and Frank Couse Sr. 223.
In the Thursday Men's Deposit National league John Lanner scored a 214, 268, 267, 749, Robert Johnson 245, 264, 236, 745, Al Bullis Jr. 226, 277, 202, 705, Bill Gleim 216, 246, 233, 695, Len Terrell 257, 235, 682, Andrew Bullis 231, 232, 645, Paul Ignatovich 247, 203, 644, Al Bullis Sr. 210, 208, 213, 631, Jeff Curtis 200, 226, 610, Matt Johnson 237, 604, Rich Lenio 207, 212, 602, Norm Ellis 219 and John Gurnick 226.
In the Friday Mixed Couples league Brian Tiffany scored a 246, 251, 256, 753, Greg Keesler 278, 212, 201, 691, Howard Couse 216, 235, 214, 665, James Dibble 212, 224, 227, 663, Anne Couse 236, 180, 192, 608, Daniel Wormuth 214, 203, Brian Robinson 237, Gino Jones 203, Michelle Wormuth 193, 190, 535, Sandy Winans 198, 513 and Julie Martin 211.
In the Sunday Afternoon Mixed Fun league Don Marino scored a 231, 201, 259, 691, Fred Shakelton 231, 234, 213, 678, Dave Mills 235, 257, 657, Ray Cornwell 214, 206, 613, Marty Haeussler 205, Julie Cornwell 199, 525, Crystal Ellis 202, 507, Jean Mills 194 and youth honor score to Savanna Mills with a 105.

Callicoon Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Hortonville Ladies league included a 212, 508 by Pat Peters, Debra Loughrey 192, Dee Dee Schrader 193, Barbara Pingel 181, Sue Naughton 197, Lil Zieres 197, 527 and Debbie Schick 188.
In the Tuesday Delaware Valley Men's league Gary Brockner scored a 220, 211, Mark Schriber 205, Mike Hubbard 213, Bob Cady 234, Jason Rogers 201, Gary Erlwein 235, Tim Ackerman 200, 200, 213, 613, Jon Duffy 212, Ken Darling 204, Jon Wayne 212, 241, 651, Damien Vanluven 206, 220 and Charles Reichenback 204.
In the Wednesday Mixed Businessmen league Paul Minton scored a 202, Roger Widmann 224, Ed Townsend 201, Damien Vanleuven 212, Joseph Gager 204, Kory Keesler 206, 231, 615 and Shirley Townsend 184.

This column is written by Ed Townsend, who is a consultant to the professional sport of bowling. He is also a member of the board of directors of the Tri-County NY United States Bowling Congress (USBC) where he serves as Publicity Director. If you have a topic that you believe would make good reading or have league scores or tournament information, Ed can be reached at 845-439-8177 or by sending an e-mail to bowlgolfect1@yahoo.com For an expanded version of our bowling column visit our Web site at http://bght.blogspot.com/

Norm Duke with Championship trophy

Duke Makes History at PBA World Championship
Duke becomes first player in PBA history to win three consecutive Majors

Norm Duke became the first player in PBA history to win three consecutive Majors as he captured the PBA World Championship at Northrock Lanes in Wichita, Kan., last Sunday afternoon, which marks the first event of the 50th Anniversary Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour season. Prior to today’s win over 2007-08 PBA Player of the Year Chris Barnes of Double Oak, Tex. (259-189), Duke had won the 2007-08 Denny’s World Championship and the U.S. Open. Today marked his first PBA World Championship title in his 27-year career.
“That (making history) hasn’t hit me,” Duke said. “I was focused on winning the World Championship. When I heard that, it kind of choked me up. It’s a dream and I want to thank my family for standing by me the whole time.”
Duke, of Clermont, Fla., started with the first seven strikes in the championship match, leaving a 10-pin in the eighth frame. Duke shot 259, claiming the title, along with a two-year exemption and $50,000. Meanwhile, Barnes looked shaky as he opened two of the first five frames, never recovering, shooting 189 in the title match.
“The guys are getting real good at being able to all play all parts of the lane. Chris (Barnes) is exceptional playing in and out,” Duke said. “He did a good job of being able to leapfrog between the two. I was fortunate. I was the one who got the strikes.”
Duke now holds 30 total PBA career titles, with six Major wins lifetime. Today marked his 100th singles television appearance. He advanced to today’s final by defeating Wichita resident Sean Rash 236-215 in the first semifinal of the day. Duke struck out in the 10th frame forcing Rash to strike out to tie; however, Rash left a 9-pin in the 10th frame.
Barnes advanced to today’s title match by defeating Steve Jaros (Yorkville, Ill.) 202-181. Jaros had an early lead, but Barnes continued his trend of coming back from a deficit, striking out in the 10th frame to lock out Jaros to advance. Barnes took home the second-place prize of $25,000.
The PBA World Championship took place in Wichita, Kan. at Northrock Lanes. The Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour continues October 28 - November 2 at the Pepsi Viper Championship in Omaha, Neb. The finals will broadcast live Sunday on ESPN at 1 p.m. EST. For complete Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour information, please visit pba.com.
Semifinals# Norm Duke ($50,000), Clermont, Fla., def. # Sean Rash ($11,500), Wichita, Kan, 1-0 (236-215).#16 Chris Barnes ($25,000), Double Oak, Texas, def. #20 Steve Jaros ($11,500), Yorkville, Ill., 1-0 (202-181).Finals# Norm Duke ($50,000), Clermont, Fla., def. #16 Chris Barnes ($25,000), Double Oak, Texas, 1-0 (259-189).

2009 PBA Women’s Series Kicks Off This Week in Omaha
Series grows from four to seven events and includes diverse field

The women take the stage on the PBA Tour this week as the 2008-09 PBA Women’s Series kicks off at the Pepsi Viper Championship at Thunder Alley in Omaha, Neb., Oct. 29-Nov. 2.

The PBA Women’s Series will feature a diverse field including veterans Carolyn Dorin-Ballard and Tennelle Milligan, fresh, young faces in Adrienne Miller and Trisha Reid, and international stars Clara Guerrero and Shalin Zulkifli, of Colombia and Malaysia, respectively.

“I think everyone can identify with at least one woman on the tour,” Zulkifli said. “We all have so many different styles and come from different backgrounds.”

The 16 exempt-bowler field was determined at the 2008 PBA Women’s Tour Trials, which were held in conjunction with the 2008 Women’s U.S. Open, a United States Bowling Congress (USBC) event. The top 12 women advanced through the PBA Women’s Tour Trials, while the four winners of last season’s events --- Diandra Asbaty, Dorin-Ballard, Joy Esterson and Shannon Pluhowsky --- received automatic berths.

The 2008 PBA Women’s Series, which is sponsored by the USBC, marks the only opportunity for women to bowl on Tour since the Professional Women’s Bowling Association (PWBA) folded in 2003. Five of the current PBA Women’s Series players were PWBA Alum ---- Dorin-Ballard, Milligan, Brenda Mack, Michelle Feldman and Shannon O’ Keefe.

The PBA Women’s Series, which debuted in 2007, proved to be so popular that the PBA increased the series to seven events as part of the 50th anniversary PBA Tour season.

“I’m really looking forward to it,” Dorin-Ballard said. “I think going from four events to seven is definitely a step in the right direction.”

The championship match of each event will be televised live on ESPN as part of the regular PBA Tour telecast. Each PBA Women’s Series event, which will run concurrently with seven Lumber Liquidators’ PBA Tour events, including this week’s Pepsi Viper Championship, will feature a $51,100 prize fund, including a $10,000 top prize.

The 16 exempt women bowlers for the 2008-2009 season include: Asbaty<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37075>, Missy Bellinder<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=13568>, Dorin-Ballard<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=13610>, Esterson<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=35275>, Feldman<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=30190>, Guerrero<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37096>, Mack<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37076>, Miller<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37091>, Milligan<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37206>, Stefanie Nation<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37029>, O’Keefe<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37068>, Jen Petrick<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37069>, Pluhowsky<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37077>, Reid<,">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37078>, Jodi Woessner<">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=37079> and Zulkifli<.">http://www.pba.com/players/bowler.asp?ID=36236>.

Women’s Series play begins this week with the Round of 16 on Thursday from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m. The top 10 women return on Friday for Round Robin match play, with the top two advancing to Sunday’s live ESPN finals.


For the complete tournament schedule, see below.



2008 PBA Women’s Series Schedule
Date Tournament Location
Oct. 29 - Nov. 2, 2008

Pepsi Viper Championship Women's Series<">http://www.pba.com/PWS/tournament.asp?ID=1589>

Omaha, Neb.

Nov. 12 - 16, 2008

Chameleon Championship Women's Series<">http://www.pba.com/PWS/tournament.asp?ID=1590>

Taylor, Mich.

Nov. 26 - 30, 2008

Carmen Salvino Scorpion Championship Women's Series<">http://www.pba.com/PWS/tournament.asp?ID=1591>

Vernon Hills, Ill.

Dec. 3 - 7, 2008

Cheetah Championship Women's Series<">http://www.pba.com/PWS/tournament.asp?ID=1592>

Cheektowaga, N.Y.

Dec. 10 - 14, 2008

Lumber Liquidators Shark Championship Women's Series<">http://www.pba.com/PWS/tournament.asp?ID=1593>

Baltimore, Md.

Jan. 4 - 6, 2009

Don and Paula Carter Mixed Doubles Championship<">http://www.pba.com/pbatour/tournament.asp?ID=1577>

Reno, Nev.

Jan. 14 - 18, 2009

Earl Anthony Medford Classic Women's Series<">http://www.pba.com/PWS/tournament.asp?ID=1594>

Medford, Ore.

About the PBA
The Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) features the best bowlers in the world competing in National, Regional and Senior Tour events. The organization has more than 4,000 members spanning 13 countries, and nearly one million viewers tune-in to watch the Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour every Sunday on ESPN throughout the season. PBA sponsors include Bayer, Brunswick, CLR, Denny's, Etonic, Flomax, GEICO, Go RVing, H&R Block, Lumber Liquidators, Motel 6, Pepsi-Cola and the USBC, among others. For more information on the PBA, log on to www.pba.com< href="">.">http://www.pba.com/>.

2008 Miss Sullivan County Pageant

2008 Miss Sullivan County Pageant winners include, front row, Young Miss Sullivan County Angel Hermann, second row, pageant director Amy Bernhardt, Miss Sullivan County Teenager Ariana Kaminski, pageant director Maurice Gerry, Sullivan County Pre-Teen Sarah Carr and pageant director Christina Buckler.

Alan Buckler of A.C. Metropolis Videography performs the professional task of putting the entire pageant on video tape and CD's.

Pageant judges, from the left, Joanne McPhillips, Michelle Siegel, Shannon Brown, Jane Lawski and Elizabeth Klimchok.

2008 MISS SULLIVAN COUNTY PAGEANT


MONTICELLO--The Miss Sullivan County Pageant played forth in splendor last Saturday afternoon in the Monticello High School auditorium and crowned a new Miss Sullivan County Teenager, Miss Sullivan County Pre-Teen and Young Miss Sullivan County.
Twenty-four young ladies competed for the three crowns in almost three-hours of competition before a crowd consisting of parents, grand parents, relatives, friends and many pageant supporters.
Seven girls competed for the Young Miss title, 8 girls in the Pre-Teen title and 9 young ladies in the Teenager competition.
Crowned Miss Sullivan County Young Miss was 7-year-old Angel Noelle Hermann, a student in the Sullivan West School District, crowned Sullivan County Pre-Teen was 12-year-old Sarah Carr from the RJK Middle School and crowned Miss Sullivan County Teenager was 15-year-old Ariana Kaminski from the Tri-Valley Central High School.
The three replace 2007 Pageant winners Young Miss Sullivan County Alyssa McCave, Miss Sullivan County Pre-Teen Tasha Curry and Miss Sullivan County Teenager Lauren Katz.
Pre-teen first runner-up was Marina Braddock, second runner-up Alexis Kearns and third runner-up was Brianna Worden.
Teenager first runner-up was Devinne Depuy, second runner-up Jamie Matero and third runner-up was Tabitha Curry.
The five judges were Elizabeth Klimchok, Jane Lawski, Shannon Brown, Michelle Siegel and Joanne McPhillips.
The theme of this years pageant was "Going Green" and each of the teenager contestants was asked the question of what going green meant to them.
Pageant directors include Christina Buckler, Maurice Gerry and Amy Bernhardt.
The pageant has been a popular event in Sullivan County since 1975 when it crowned their first Miss Teenager Debbie Chassis George. Pageant Director Christina Buckler won the pre-teen event in 1994 and Miss Sullivan County Teenager in 1997.
The pageant events included the presentation of all contestants in the opening number, introduction of the three judges, presentation of Young Miss contestants in casual wear, presentation of Pre-Teen contestants in casual wear, presentation of Teenager contestants in casual wear, presentation of Young Miss contestants in formal wear..
Following the intermission there was the presentation of Teenager contestants in formal wear and one minute speech.
There was then the presentation of the Miss Photogenic and Miss Congeniality Awards, the farewell speech of Young Miss Sullivan County 2007, the crowning of Young Miss Sullivan County 2008, the final question for the teenager finalists, the farewell speech of Miss Sullivan County Pre-Teen 2007, the crowning of Miss Sullivan County Pre-Teen 2008, the farewell speech of Miss Sullivan County Teenager 2007 and the crowning of Miss Sullivan /County Teenager 2008.
Mistress of Ceremonies was Christina Buckler.
Maurice Gerry, as always did an excellent job in directing many of the Pageant activities and thanked parents, relatives and friends of the Miss Sullivan County Pageant for their support and generosity in making this event a reality each year.
The pageant has been described by the directors of the event as a learning experience for all contestants and the girls gain self-confidence, make new friends, share experiences and the very fact that they are competing makes everyone a winner.
Gerry added that he looks forward each year to the "new crop of Sullivan County girls that I get to meet....they are a credit to our community and to all the girls I wish you every happiness, continued success and the joy of knowing you were part of the 2008 Miss Sullivan County Pageant."
He gave special thanks to all of the staff, associates, volunteers and friends and especially thanked assistant directors Christina Buckler and Amy Bernhardt. for "helping to make this pageant a success."

Here & There Column 10-28-08

Our Financial Mess & The Elections

Sooner or later I knew that our coffee Klatsch would bring up the topic of what happened on wall street and what our presidential candidates are saying.
Understanding that our Klatsch is not political.....we do have four members who are Republicans, three who are Democrats and one Independent.
In our attempt to properly analyze the financial collapse we all were in one accord when we concluded that the answer for the financial panic and collapse lies both with America's financial elite and the political elite of both Democrats and Republicans.
What we also felt was quite scary is the fact that these same so called elites are now working to see how much of our wealth is needed to bail us out.
The Klatsch members totally endorsed their opposition to this bailout of some of America's biggest corporation by you and me (the American taxpayer.
This whole mess was generated by the greed and arrogance of those who sought to make a quick buck and Wall Street played a significant part.
Calling a spade a spade we feel that the members of Congress should bear a large share of the blame and now they are pretending to come to our rescue. Think about that will you....and lets not forget that warning signs were given by a number of concerned members of Congress but this was over shadowed by Fannie and Freddie who spent millions lobbying Congress over the past decade.
As we poured our second cup of home made java and bit into our freshly baked donuts several of our members spoke out about a high number of the "elite" media who desperately seek to avoid the guilt of the left for the current crisis.
We agreed that this entire economic downfall is both the fault of Republicans and Democrats in Washington but that the liberal left media has made Barack Obama look better with these issues then John McCain.
Obama promises to change America and strongly opposes Bush's tax cuts for the rich and instead will offer tax cuts for the working families. He is pledging quality and affordable health care for all while McCain asks who is going to pay for this?
We all agreed that Obama is an attractive, intelligent and eloquent candidate but several in our Klatsch felt that this is where it ends and his associates are great cause for concern.
McCain says Obama will increase taxes and is urging voters to hold onto their wallet. He says voters could not rely on Obama's promise of tax cuts. The Republican candidate supports an energy abundance plan and a promise of a $5,000 per-family health-care tax credit tax to help pay for their health insurance.
Our Klatch unanimously agreed that tax proposals must be studied so taxes do not increase, health care should be within every ones reach, the Wall Street crisis should results in intense investigations and penalties, fines and even prison terms for those who brought this great country down on their knees, there must be concrete plans to develop an energy abundance plan, that Americans are sick and tired of big government and big cronyism, that our nation must remain strong in their efforts to fight terrorism, that small business and free markets are better than bureaucrats and socialism, that the majority of Americans are fed up with the corruption, dishonesty and arrogance of Washington and that all of us are eager to have someone honestly address the concerns we are faced with today.
Our Klatsch urges everyone to vote on November 4....this great nation of ours is depending on your decision.

Bowling Highlights Column 10-24-08

Kort Wheeler 298 game in Monday Men's League at Kiamesha Lanes

There Is No High School Bowling in Sullivan County

Bowling was the largest-growing high school sport in the 2007-08 school year, continuing a decade-long trend, according to the most recent National Federation of State High School Associations participation survey.....but to this date there is no high school bowling leagues in Sullivan County.
New York State is the top participating state with more than 8,000 bowlers competing in high school programs.
Sullivan County does have several active Saturday youth leagues for pre-teens and teenagers but no high school bowling leagues.
More than 52,000 students competed at the 4,656 schools offering high school bowling competition in 2007-08, representing a 16 percent increase from the 45,064 bowlers who participated during the 2006-07 school year.
"The sustained growth of high school bowling is great news for the bowling industry as it increases the number of competitive opportunities and enhances bowling's image," said United States Bowling Congress Director of Youth Development Brian Graham. "Over the past 10 years, we have witnessed significant growth at the high school level and we expect to see this trend continue."
In the last decade, bowling participation has nearly tripled. During the 1998-99 school year, 17,930 students competed in bowling at 1,633 schools.
In 2007-08, varsity programs were offered in 20 states and 52,226 students participated in the sport. The sport also passed the 25,000 mark for both boys and girls participation with 26,652 boys participating at 2,298 schools and 25,614 girls participating at 2,358 schools.
"USBC is excited to continue our partnership with the NFHS to encourage the growth of high school bowling throughout the country," said USBC High School Manager Breanne Eoff. "Bowling is a great addition for any high school. It reaches a wider range of student-athletes than traditional high school sports and teaches teamwork, preparation and commitment."
States offering varsity bowling for boys and girls in 2007-08 were Alaska, Arkansas, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Tennessee. Iowa and Washington offered girls varsity programs only, South Carolina had private school varsity programs, and Minnesota offered adaptive bowling for students with physical or cognitive disabilities.
The USBC High School program works to continue this upward trend by guiding all levels of high school bowling, providing rules and instructional opportunities. USBC High School offers a free membership program, which enables coaches to nominate outstanding bowlers to the national Dexter/USBC High School All-American Team, and provides high-score recognition to student-athletes. Coaches also receive resource materials such as the USBC Coaches Guidebook and USBC High School guide.
Bowling not only offers inexpensive start-up and maintenance costs but also allows students an opportunity to become involved with their high schools, lays the foundation for a lifetime sport and helps athletes earn scholarships and bowl in college.
The United States Bowling Congress High School program actively offers guidance to all levels of high school bowling by providing rules, instructional opportunities, awards and industry resources to ensure the success of high school bowling nationwide. USBC High School is a resource for school administrators, high school state athletic associations, state proprietor associations and industry member organizations in the creation and maintenance of high school bowling programs.

Local Scores

Callicoon Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Hortonville Ladies league include a 199, 536 by Judy Mohn, Mary Ardizzone 190, Debbie Schick 213, 501, Debra Loughrey 222, 506 and Joann Brockner 203, 508.
In the Tuesday Delaware Valley Men's league Don Hill scored a 205, Chares Reichenback 205, Mark Herbert 225, 263, 686, Ken Darling 201, Scott Herbert 215, 207, Steve Lagoda 211, Josh Mulucky 213 and Tim Ackerman 203.
In the Wednesday Businessmen league Damien Vanleuven scored a 215, Mike Beseth 204, 266, 231, 701, Alan Rutledge 219, Kory Keesler 203, Shirley Townsend 180, Ed Townsend 203, Mark Hawley 204, Shaun Vandevelde 212, Dave Maus 201, Paul Minton 204, 219, 237, 660 and Dwayne Cabrera 221.

Kiamesha Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Men's league includes a 223 by Nate Sanders, Willy Bartley 233, Keith Smith 210, Danny Ricco 205, Mike Weiner 215, 267, 658, Jason Jones 224, Jim VanAken 257, 227, 654, Tom Belgiovene 216, 268, 675, John Hoffmann 204, 225, 217, 646, Rudy Belanchia 235, 207, 633, Serafin Rodriguez 203, 203, Jo Jo VanKeuren 232, 218, 643, Mike Cardo 202, Jim Frost 202, 225, Robert Hamilton 256, 628, Mike Mason 201, John Fischer 227, 609, Bill Helms 244, 205, 647, Art Stevens 204, Donald Durland 257, 216, 231, 704, Paul Durland 200, 203, 223, 626, Jaryl Scott 245, 214, 657, Mark Wegener 268, 217, 227, 712, Al Caycho 205, Jack Moylan 201, 207, 601, Kort Wheeler 298, 660, Angel Rodriguez 224, 248, 651, Glen Fraser 210, Mickey Lake 222, Eddie Lake 208 and Rick Lake 205, 238, 214, 657.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league Carol McAdam scored a 226, 546, Matt Cooper 244, 216, 645, Ed Guthrie 228, 227, 256, 711, John Cascone 213, Mary Lee Williams 186, 186, 529, Dorian Jennings 233, 204, 254, 691, Joan Lake 180, 502, Andy Richardson 202, 210, Jack Rustic 245, 236, 209, 690, Lisa Cartwright 191, Larry Berens 202, 203, Pat Cooney 194, 504, Tom Cooney 222, Debbie Durland 189, 201, 239, 629, Kevin Stackhouse 202, John Hoffmann 200, 257, 212, 669, Barbara Yeomans 206, 188, 558, Linda Schaefer 215, 215, 193, 623 and Fran Kaiser 223, 513.
In the Wednesday Men's league Donald Durland scored a 215, 202, Richard Bradford 208, Jon Wilhelm 237, 204, 634, Russ Keesler 236, 20, 626, Tim McIntyre 224, 237, 642, Alpesh (AC) Patel 205, Rick Lara 202, Josh Strang 225, 246, 617, Abhishek Patel 200, 204, Charles McAllister 238, 233, 666, George Battle 204, Allan Jones 257, 224, 202, 683, Larry Berens 210, 200, Dean Shattuck 235, 258, 243, 736, Paul Durland 216, 222, Art Eggleton 203, 213, 606, John Hoffmann 259, 202, 657, Tom Belgiovene 205, Vinnie Collura 244, 265, 693, Richard Hendricks 202, Al Caycho 222, Mike Weiner 217, 245, 653, Eugene Morton 211, Wayne Atkins 234, Edward Lake 233, 258, 204, 695, Frank DiCostanzo 202 and David Porter Jr. 219, 205, 623.
In the Saturday Morning Yough leagues, in the Pee Wees division C. Jones bowled a 78. In the Bantams division Shivam Patel scored a 120, 93. In the Preps division Michael Hope scored a 113, 160, 109, Nicole Scudari 69, 69, Sarah Rustic 111, Parth Patel 138, Rup Patel 106, Nathaniel Goldsmith 118, 115 and Makenze Shaver 81. In the Jr./Mjrs division Michael Scuderi scord a 207, Pedro Agapito 202, Nick Price 192, 258, Shane Deitchman 179, Michael Brown 112, Brianna DeGraw 130, 153, Jason Moss 182, 168, Shawn Sinistorie 203, Eddie Walsh 209, 211, Jared Friedman 140, Tyler Foxwell 172, Michael Edwards 130, Bryden Fraser 119, 109, 123 and Chase Israel 146.

Fox Bowling Center

Recent highlight scores from the Tuesday Early Birds league include a 183, 538 by Kathleen Maltese, Melinda Ferris 191, 526, Louise Botsford 212, 503, Jennifer Raymond 500, Chris Lamoreaux 196, Linda Ferris 195, Tammy Kane 190, Diane Miller 189 and Sally Ballard 183.
In the Wednesday Independent league James Dibble scored a 225, 223, 277, 725, Bill Gleim 246, 216, 243, 705, Frank Couse 266, 224, 687, Howie Couse 223, 215, 244, 682, Pat Kille 254, 229, 677, Andrew Bullis 268, 200, 658, Scott Ostrander 254, 200, 203, 657, Jonathon Wayne 269, 211, 651, Allen Bullis Sr. 212, 246, 648, Richard Price 203, 232, 210, 645, Ryan Kille 205, 223, 204, 632, Daniel Wormuth 214, 234, 629, Josh Milucky 257, 623, Donald Marino 211, 215, 620, Arthur Gately 207, 217, 619, Josh Rice 268, 202, 619, David Thomason 208, 214, 613, Nick Possemato 247, Brian Drumm 233, Jay King 233 and, Jerry Kulakosky 221.
In the Thursday Deposit National league Matt Johnson scored a 257, 202, 658, Al Bullis Sr. 204, 223, 211, 638, Robert Johnson 223, 229, 633, Al Bullis Jr. 209, 211, 203, 623, Jeff Curtis 213, 214, 622, Carl Davis 201, 203, 208, 612, Harold Morgan 210, 244, 612, Bill Gleim 205, 224, 611, Harry Triebe Sr. 215, 225, 610, Paul Ignatovich 214, 209, 606, Andrew Bullis 230, 214, 601, Fran Wormuth 223, John Lanner 226, Dale Conklin 234 and Len Terrell 225.
In the Friday Mixed Couples league James Dibble scored a 279, 255, 692, Scott Ellis 253, 247, 673, Daniel Wormuth 201, 227, 621, Howard Couse 277, 610, Greg Keesler 223, Bill Gleim 204, Anne Couse 199, 184, 514, Janet Ellis 198, 514, Sandy Winans 191, 501 and Dawn Mclenon 187.

This column is written by Ed Townsend, who is a consultant to the professional sport of bowling. He is also a member of the board of directors of the Tri-County NY United States Bowling Congress (USBC) where he serves as Publicity Director. If you have a topic that you believe would make good reading or have league scores or tournament information, Ed can be reached at 845-439-8177 or by sending an e-mail to bowlgolfect1@yahoo.com For a much more expanded version of our bowling column visit our Web site at http://bght.blogspot.com/

EBONITE INTERNATIONAL WELCOMES CHRIS HANS

Chris Hans has been appointed the new Ebonite International, Inc. district sales manager (DSM) for the Mid-Atlantic region (MD, DE, WV, VA, NC and southern PA), announced Scott McMillan, national field sales manager for the company. Hans will serve pro shop and distributor customers in the territory previously served by Shawn Morris, now the company’s southwest region DSM. “Chris understands both the consumer and the business side of the pro shop business which is an added benefit for our customers because he knows what it is like to be on both sides of the game,” said McMillan. “His vast knowledge will allow him to provide the best service possible for our brands while also putting his equipment, sales, financial and marketing expertise to work for his customers.” Hans joins the company from AMF Bowling Centers, Inc. where he has served as the league marketing manager overseeing promotions in more than 300 bowling centers. Also a former pro shop owner and operator as well as bowling center manager, Hans was an Ebonite regional amateur staff member from 2000-2006 and an Ebonite Demo Day operator in 2002 and 2003. He received his B.S. in business management from Virginia Tech University and resides in Richmond, Va. “This position will allow me to get back to my roots in the industry and I have always had a great relationship with Ebonite International,” said Hans. “As a former staff member, I have always respected the company and I look forward to being on the team again.” Hans can be reached at chans@ebonite.com and 804-878-7928. Based in Hopkinsville, Kent., Ebonite International is a privately-owned company that currently services bowling centers, distributors and retail outlets both domestically and internationally. The company's consumer product brands include Ebonite, Hammer, Robby's, Columbia 300, Track and Powerhouse™. Its commercial product brands are Ebonite VanTech Capital Equipment, Vantage Genuine Parts and Ebonite Bowling Center Direct.

PBA Announces Online Auction for Fans
`One of a kind’ autographed game-used memorabilia available

SEATTLE (October 20, 2008) — To help commemorate its 50th anniversary season, the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) today announced that it is offering a new online auction site featuring signed PBA memorabilia.

Bowling fans worldwide can own a piece of history by bidding on unique game-used autographed items directly from the PBA Tour and its players. Items include bowling balls, jerseys, score cards, pin sweeps and photos.

The PBA has partnered with FansDepot and Truition to create the online auction which can be found at http://auction.pba.com/.

“The PBA is delighted to be able to make these popular items available to our fans,” said PBA Commissioner and CEO Fred Schreyer. “The online auction provides an opportunity for PBA fans throughout the world to access items used by their favorite bowlers and to feel even more a part of the Lumber Liquidators Tour.”

“We feel greatly honored to work with the PBA and to bring this existing program to the large PBA fan base,” said Doug Stapleton, president of FDI USA, the parent company of FansDepot. “In conjunction with the PBA’s 50th Anniversary, the new online auction site is aimed to help build the brand for the PBA, to develop the PBA collector base and to bring the fans closer to the stars of the PBA.”

“Trution is pleased to provide the PBA the best auction technology and services providing their fans easy access to bid online for unique ‘one of a kind’ items and services safely and securely directly from the league and its vendors,” said Kevin Smith, Director of Business Development at Truition. “The PBA joins a growing list of sports leagues and franchises – including the NFL, MLB and the NHL -- that want the ability to auction items directly to their fans through their own branded auction site where they can control not only the fan experience but insure quality and authenticity.”

About the PBA
The Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) features the best bowlers in the world competing in National, Regional and Senior Tour events. The organization has more than 4,000 members spanning 13 countries, and nearly one million viewers tune-in to watch the Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour every Sunday on ESPN throughout the season. PBA sponsors include Bayer, Brunswick, CLR, Denny's, Etonic, Flomax, GEICO, Go RVing, H&R Block, Lumber Liquidators, Motel 6, Pepsi-Cola and the USBC, among others. For more information on the PBA, log on to www.pba.com< href="">.">http://www.pba.com/>.

About FDI USA
FDI USA (under the brand name FansDepot), located in Charlotte, NC, is the leading provider of auction services to major sports entities and leading provider of authentic autographed sports memorabilia and collectibles. FansDepot is an auction partner with Nascar, Major League Baseball, and National Hockey League. FansDepot also provides auction services to the National Hockey League lineup card program and National Hockey League Alumni Association game-used stick program. At FDI, we pride ourselves on prompt service and professional integrity.

About Truition
Founded in 1998, Truition is the leading On Demand eCommerce platform for retailers and manufacturers. Powering more than 150 ecommerce sites in 10 countries, Truition provides its client base with a unique combination of technology and professional services, allowing these organizations to effectively outsource core elements of their eCommerce operations. “Powered by Truition” sites include many of the most well respected brands in the world, such as Sirius Satellite Radio, Philips, Major League Baseball, Dell Financial Services, Comet, NFL and ShopNBC. Truition is headquartered in Toronto, Canada, with offices in Boston and Germany.

KULICK'S MASTERS GOLD FINISHES OFF STRONG WEEK FOR TEAM USA

SANTIAGO, Chile - Kelly Kulick's Masters victory capped off a dominating week by Team USA at the 2008 Pan American Bowling Confederation Women's Championships as it swept all six gold medals, won five silver medals and three bronze medals.

Kulick of Union, N.J., knocked off Liz Johnson of Cheektowaga, N.Y., 2-1, in the best two out of three games championship match. With two strikes in the final frame, Kulick locked up the title with a 227-219 win in the deciding game.

"I think people are going to look at the results and think this was an easy week for us, but it wasn't," said Kulick, who won gold medals in Masters, all-events, team, trios and doubles. "There's a lot of tough competition in our zone, and we worked really hard to win every single medal. To end the week with the Masters title is unbelievable."

Johnson closed out Game 1 with eight consecutive strikes in a 255-220 victory that was never in doubt. In Game 2, Kulick struck on six of her first seven shots and Johnson never mounted much of a challenge as Kulick evened the match with a 236-220 win to force the deciding game.

In the semifinals, Kulick overcame a 258-235 opening game loss to Mexico's Sandra Gongora to win the next two games 221-182 and 224-204. In a matchup of Team USA members, Johnson knocked off Diandra Asbaty of Chicago 245-226 and 217-202. Gongora and Asbaty shared the bronze medal.

The United States had a chance to sweep the Masters medals, but Carolyn Dorin-Ballard of North Richland Hills, Texas, fell one spare short of winning her quarterfinal match against Gongora. Dorin-Ballard left the 4-6-7 split in the 10th frame to lose to Gongora, 587-577, in the three-game, total pins match.

Wendy Macpherson of Henderson, Nev., was also knocked out in the quarterfinals, losing to Johnson, 663-611. Lynda Barnes of Double Oak, Texas, dropped her opening round match to Joann Sanesac of Canada, 694-637.

The three Masters medals wrapped up a dominating week by Team USA. Out of a possible 16 medals the United States could win, it took home 14. The exceptions being the doubles bronze medal and one of the Masters bronze medals.

The 2008 PABCON Women's Championships features 16 countries from the American Zone competing in singles, doubles, trios, team, Masters and all-events.
For more information on the 2008 PABCON Women's Championships, including stories, results, photos and videos, visit bowl.com.

United States Bowling Congress
The United States Bowling Congress, as the national governing body, ensures the integrity and protects the future of the sport, provides programs and services to more than 2.6 million adult and youth members and enhances the bowling experience.

Here & There Column 10-21-08

This alpaca looked me straight in the eye but would not smile when I said, "say cheese."

Something For Everyone at Harvest Festivals

The big name entertainers had left with great impressions of the now famous Bethel Woods Center For The Arts and eight great Sundays followed this entertainment with the 10th Annual Harvest Festival where we all enjoyed local fresh food, talented performers, hand crafted treasures and many community initiatives.
Local farmers and artisans were presented with a great venue and buying locally brings much to the local economy.
This weekend tradition definitely marks our transition from summer into fall and offered us great food and the opportunity to share time with local authors, artists and performers.
The event schedule from August 24 through October 12 brought us everything from the Wine Festival to the annual Chili Cook-Off.
All of the Sunday events were outstanding.
Being an ardent animal lover we got very fascinated by the beauty of the alpacas at the August 31 Alpaca Festival where there were exhibits featuring live alpacas and alpaca breeders who answered questions and gave interesting information on the history of alpaca farming.
Spinners and weavers demonstrated how the fiber is made and a boutique offered shawls, scarves, hats, gloves, sweaters, jackets and dresses.
We found the alpacas as being cute and attractive.....just love their colors and they seem to have such a good temperament.
We were told they love the climate here in Sullivan County and the cold weather does not bother them as they are originally from an area that has cold weather. We've were told that they are fun to be around and are very playful at times.
All just part of the great annual Harvest Festival at Bethel Woods which is in part supported by the Gerry Foundation.
Thanks Bethel Woods for a great summer and fall venue.

Bowling Highlights Column 10-17-08

New York State USBC WBA 2008 Doubles Champions in the 299 and Under Division, Christine Schiff, left, and Rosa Zweck.

Zweck & Schiff Win State Tourney

Two women bowlers from Liberty are this years doubles champions in the 72ed New York State United States Bowling Congress (USBC) WBA championship held this past spring in Albany.
Rosa Zweck and Christine Schiff, bowling in the 299 and Under handicapped division won first place with a 1,355 handicap score.
Rosa entered the tournament with a 139 average and scored individual scratch games of 207, 146, 150 for a scratch series score of 503 and a handicap score of 656.
Christine entered the tournament with a 130 average and scored individual scratch games of 148, 190, 181 for a scratch series score of 519 and a handicap score of 699.
Rosa and Christine also scored well in the Hancock Fox Bowling Center 56th Annual Handicap Tournament also held this past spring.
They placed second in the doubles event with a 1045 three game scratch score and with a 380 handicap totaled 1425. Six more pins would have won them first place.
In the Fox Bowling Center tournament the individual scores included for Rosa, 152, 166, 154, 472 scratch for a handicap total of 666 and for Christine, 197, 179, 197, 573 scratch for a handicap total of 759.
Rosa presently bowls once a week in the Monday Ladies league at Liberty Lanes and Christine bowls in the Monday and Thursday Ladies league also at Liberty Lanes. They are members of the Tri-County NY USBC.
Rosa is employed as a teachers assistant at Sullivan County BOCES and is married to Thomas Zweck. They have two children.
Christine is a housewife and is married to Sullivan County Sheriff Michael Schiff. They have four children.

The Bowling Tip
By Mike Luongo

Bowlers: This week's tip is for all bowlers regardless of their skill level and it has to do with understanding the correct body position needed to execute a bowling shot and being able to duplicate it.
If you were to stand straight on the approach, facing the pins, letting the ball rest on you hand, you could not swing the ball straight without hitting your hip.
This is impossible to do without swinging the Ball around your hip because the ball is too big. This "roundhouse swing" is not able to be able to be duplicated shot after shot.
Therefore, you might be in a position to be able to swing the ball toward your desired target without any obstacles.
The tip: Get your head as far right (or to the left if you are left-handed) and tilt your bowling shoulder slightly downward.
Contrary ot what some of your fellow bowlers might tell you, you must drop your shoulder toward the floor in order to avoid the "roundhouse swing." At the same time, slightly open your hips and shoulder and you will be able to swing your arm straight toward your target time and time again.
Due to different physiologist, the exact position may vary slightly from person to person. Bur when correctly positioned, you can use gravity to control the tempo of your swing.
Note: If you were to shoot a game of pool, or go to a range and shoot a bow or rifle, note the position your head would have to be in to be effective in these activities. Also, next time you watch professional bowling on TV, make note of the bowler's body positions.
Mike Luongo is technically certified through IBPSIA as a Pro Shop Operator and Master Instructor. He is also a Silver Level Coach with the United Stated Bowling Congress (USBC) and is also the Northeast Regional Sales Manager with the Storm and Roto Grip Bowling Ball Company. If you have a question or subject you would like covered, he can be reached at 341-1694 or via e-mail at mikespro@warwick.net

Ed's Outlook

The Thunder 102 Sunday Night Mixed bowling league will once again get underway at Kiamesha Lanes on October 26.
The league bowls from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Cost per person is $12 per week which includes 3 games of bowling, shoes and food.
Sanctioning is available and the league is open to all including families with children.
Thunder 102 calls Kiamesha Lanes the official bowling lanes of Thunder 102.
There is also plenty of fun in this league watching Mike and Paul trying to bowl.
For information call Frannie at Kiamesha Lanes 794-5561

Local Scores

Callicoon Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Hortonville Ladies league included a 181 by Pat Peters, Debra Loughrey 180, Sue Naughton 201, 536, Joan Gabriel 190 and Debbie Schick 206.
In the Tuesday Delaware Valley Men's league Mike Hubbard scored a 223, Joel Turner 212, Jon Wayne 227, 203, Karl Adams 211, Tom Bisig 205, Albert Tyles 210, Brian Kitson 206, Tom Russell 235, 614 and Bob Cady 252.
In the Wednesday Businessmen league Paul Minton scored 247, 644, Dave Maus 203, Ed Blume 211, Phil Jacoby 201, Alan Rutledge 232, Damien Vanleuven 217, Bruce Rutledge 210, Shirley Townsend 182, Mark Hawley 232, Ed Townsend 201, Laresko Niifa 205 and Joseph Gager 203.

Kiamesha Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Men's league include a 200, 277, 674 by Vinnie Collura, Jason Jones 221, 212, 608, Nate Sanders 207, Chuck McAllister 213, 232, 617, Lloyd Bridges 202, Keith Smith 223, Dan Ricco 219, 204, 617, Mike Weiner 226, 209, 621, Jason Jones 207, Jim Van Aken 200, John Hoffmann 236, 213, 204, 653, Rudy 'Belanchia 245, 246, 638, Pete Mitro 235, Serafin Rodriguez 227, 219, 625, Jo Jo VanKeuren 200, 257, 235, 692, Frank Amore 200, Robert Hamilton 223, Francisco Martinez 233, 215, 640, Mike Mason 244, 245, 687, John Fischer 204, 257, 639, Bill Helms 214, Art Stevens 223, Bob Wase 205, 206, Donald Durland 224, 229, 652, Jaryl Scott 226, 236, 622, Mark Wegener 227, Al Caycho 221, 212, 606, Jack Moylan 220, 216, 236, 672, Glen Fraser 234, 214, 628, Eddie Lake 202, 214, 603 and Alan Jones 216, 236, 223, 675.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league Karen Kilgore scored a 192, Debra Blackford 190, 185, 525, Carol MacAdam 189, Pat Mulheim 184, 519, Neil Bell Jr. 227, 203, 213, 643, Bryan Babcock 237, 202, 619, Ed Guthrie 192, 213, 234, 639, John Cascone 235, 213, 630, Mary Lee Williams 507, Dorian Jennings 202, 193, 188, 583, Ryan Lepke 226, Jack Rustic 211, 214, 205, 630, Todd Telesky 205, Russ Keesler 233, Rich Blackford 223, Lisa Cartwright 196, 505, Larry Berens 202, 222, 206, 630, David Graham 214, 226, 628, Roy Karpp 234, 211, 614, Debbie Durland 205, 557, Kevin Stackhouse 213, John Fischer 243, 201, 631, John Hoffmann 213, 205, 235, 653, Barbara Yeomans 195, 500 and Barbara Merton 180.
In the Wednesday Men's league Russ Keesler scored a 205, 258, 658, Tim McIntyre 202, 269, 662, Rick Lara 213, 229, 636, Allan Jones 202, 210, Dean Shattuck 239, 258, 224, 721, Art Eggleton 245, 216, 656, John Hoffmann 222, 236, 647, Tom Belgiovene 212, Vinnie Collura 209, Richard Hendricks 234, 201, Dan Ricco 215, 230, 632, Al Caycho 222, 258, 652, Mike Weiner 200, 236, 608, Kenny Atkins 201, Wayne Atkins 233, Timothy Minton 221, Eddie Lake 238, 217, 648, David Porter Jr. 220 and Frank DiCostanzo 215.
In the Saturday Morning Youth leagues, in the Preps division S. Patel scored a 106, R. Patel 135 and S. Rustic 111.
In the Jr./Mjrs division P. Agapito scored a 232, N. Price 214, S. Deitchman 202, A. Bock 144, C. Israel 130, S. Durland 140, K. Fraser 148, M. Gerow 146, J. Friedman 158, T. Forwell 139, 157, E. Walsh 214, J. Durland 222, 224 and S. Sinistorie 194, 202.

Gravity Alley

Recent highlight scores in the Wednesday Mixed Fun league include a 214 by Alma Brill, Kristy Kretschmer 182, Dave Predmore 211 and Scott Ropke 236, 225, 660.

Fox Bowling Center

Recent highlight scores in the Tuesday Ladies Early Birds league include a 214, 554 by Jennifer Raymond, Anne Couse 205, 202,552, Sally Ballard 206, 540, Tammy Kane 183, 189, 537, Kathleen Stanton 192, 512, Laura Ballard 186, 511, Nikki Andriano 186, 506, Sara Gorton 188 and Linda Feris 185.
In the Wednesday Men's Independent league James Dibble scored a 227, 214, 300, 741, Donald Marino 232, 249, 223, 704, Brian Drumm 258, 200, 647, Sam Rowe 223, 248, 640, Daniel Wormuth 237, 221, 630, Cody Conway 237, 626, Steven Jacobi 288, 626, Tony Wright 267, 625, Scott Ostrander 243, 209, 624, Josh Rice 201, 205, 205, 611, Pat Kille 223, 610, Frank Couse 204, 226, 603Andrew Bullis 226, Bill Gleim 220, Thomas Anderson 246, Nick Possemato 256, Hank Whitmore 232 and Jim Merwin 256.
In the Thursday Men's Deposit National league Jim Valentine scored a 217, 245, 257, 719, Andrew Bullis 238, 241, 226, 705, Bill Gleim 256, 201, 618, Steve Hopkins 232, 606, Carl Davis 217, Dale Conklin 213 and Robert Johnson 224.
In the Friday Mixed Couples league James Dibble scored a 225, 257, 236, 718, Howard Couse 276, 236, 687, Brian Robinson 242, 235, 661, William Gleim 217, 228, 214, 659, Daniel Wormuth 248, 206, 616, Greg Keesler 220, Scott Ellis 200, Cecil Spencer 202, Anne Couse 204, 186, 549, Gary Resti 203 and Kristina Couse 190.

Bowling Calendar

October 26, 2nd Annual Thunderbowl, noon to 4 p.m., Kiamesha Lanes. Information call Thunder 102 at 292-7535.

This column is written by Ed Townsend, who is a consultant to the professional sport of bowling. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of the Tri-County NY USBC where he serves as Publicity Director. If you have a topic that you believe would make good reading or have league scores or tournament information, Ed can be reached at 845-439-8177 or by sending an e-mail to bowlgolfect1@yahoo.com For a much more expanded version of our bowling column visit our Web site at http://www.http//blogspot.com

PBA 50th Anniversary Season

To help commemorate its 50th anniversary season, the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA), today announced a 2008-09 PBA Tour schedule that includes the naming of tournaments in honor of more former legends of the game and to recognize its sponsors.
The new event names include: Pepsi Viper Championship, Carmen Salvino Scorpion Championship, Lumber Liquidators Shark Championship, Don and Paula Carter Mixed Doubles Championship, Denny's Dick Weber Open, GEICO Plastic Ball Championship, Etonic Marathon Championship and the Lumber Liquidators 66th U.S. Open.
The Carmen Salvino Scorpion Championship in Vernon Hills, Ill., and the Don and Paula Carter Mixed Doubles Championship in Reno, Nev., have been renamed in recognition of the accomplishments and contributions to the PBA by these all-time greats.
Carmen Salvino and Don and Paula Carter join legends like Dick Weber, Earl Anthony and Don Johnson to have PBA tournaments named after them.
Salvino, one of the original seven founding charter members, won 17 PBA Tour titles as a professional, including the 1962 PBA National Championship. He also served the PBA in various capacities for the past 57 years.
Don Carter, a charter member of the PBA and one of the 50 Greatest, won two titles in 1960, including the PBA National Championship, as well as four titles in 1962. He also won the 1961 USBC Masters and the BPAA All-Star in 1953-54 and 1957-58. He was named six-time Bowler of the Year and was voted Greatest Bowler of All-Time in 1970.
Carter's wife, Paula, was women's bowling most marketable player in the 1970s and 80s. She was named Bowling Writers Association of America Bowler of the Year in 1971, named to the Florida Bowler Hall of Fame, twice winning the U.S. Open in 1971 and 1975 and the Florida Bowling Queens Tournament. She also won the 1990 Women's International Bowling Congress National Singles Championship. She was inducted into the WIBC Hall of Fame in 1994.
The 2008-09 Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour, which features the best bowlers in the world, kicks off on ESPN on Oct. 19 with the Chris Paul PBA Charity Invitational presented by the brands of Ebonite International. Live coverage of the 2008-09 Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour begins Oct. 26 with the PBA World Championship, in Wichita, Kan.

2008-09 PBA Women’s Series Sweet 16 Field Set
Seven-Event Season Schedule Revealed

The sweet 16 exempt-bowler field is set for the 2008-09 Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Women’s Series and will kick off the season with the Pepsi Viper Championship Women’s Series in Omaha, Neb., on Oct. 29.

The 16 exempt women bowlers for the 2008-2009 season include: Diandra Asbaty, Missy Bellinder, Carolyn Dorin-Ballard, Joy Esterson, Michelle Feldman, Clara Guerrero, Brenda Mack, Adrienne Miller, Tennelle Milligan, Stefanie Nation, Shannon O’Keefe, Jen Petrick, Shannon Pluhowsky, Trisha Reid, Jodi Woessner and Shalin Zulkifli.

The PBA Women’s Series, which debuted in 2007, will feature seven events as part of the 50th anniversary PBA Tour season. The championship match of each event will be televised live on ESPN as part of the regular PBA Tour telecast. For the complete tournament schedule, see below.

The 16 exempt-bowler field was determined at the 2008 PBA Women’s Tour Trials, which were held in conjunction with the 2008 Women’s U.S. Open, a United States Bowling Congress (USBC) event. The top 12 women advanced through the PBA Women’s Tour Trials, while the four winners of last season’s events received automatic berths.

The 2008 PBA Women’s Series, which is sponsored by the USBC, marks the only opportunity for women to bowl on Tour since the Professional Women’s Bowling Association (PWBA) folded in 2003. Each PBA Women’s Series event, which will run concurrently with seven Lumber Liquidators’ PBA Tour events, will feature a $51,100 prize fund, including a $10,000 top prize.

2008 PBA Women’s Series Schedule
Date Tournament Location
Oct. 29 - Nov. 2, 2008
Pepsi Viper Championship Women's Series
Omaha, Neb.
Nov. 12 - 16, 2008
Chameleon Championship Women's Series
Taylor, Mich.
Nov. 26 - 30, 2008
Carmen Salvino Scorpion Championship Women's Series
Vernon Hills, Ill.
Dec. 3 - 7, 2008
Cheetah Championship Women's Series
Cheektowaga, N.Y.
Dec. 10 - 14, 2008
Lumber Liquidators Shark Championship Women's Series
Baltimore, Md.
Jan. 4 - 6, 2009
Don and Paula Carter Mixed Doubles Championship
Reno, Nev.
Jan. 14 - 18, 2009
Earl Anthony Medford Classic Women's Series
Medford, Ore.

About the PBA
The Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) features the best bowlers in the world competing in National, Regional and Senior Tour events. The organization has more than 4,000 members spanning 13 countries, and nearly one million viewers tune-in to watch the Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour every Sunday on ESPN throughout the season. PBA sponsors include Bayer, Brunswick, CLR, Denny's, Etonic, Flomax, GEICO, Go RVing, H&R Block, Lumber Liquidators, Motel 6, Pepsi-Cola and the USBC, among others. For more information on the PBA, log on to www.pba.com.

Here & There Column 10-14-08

Dissolve The Village Of Liberty?

Dissolving the Village of Liberty initially sounds like an easy task but there has been much discussion in years past on this same subject with no action taken.
Even after an October 16 public hearing from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Town of Liberty Senior Citizens building the issue can only be put to a village vote on the March ballet if the village board decides to order the referendum.
What's at stake here are two proposals.
One would keep the village government and merge duplicated services like public works and the justice courts.
A total dissolution of the village is a second proposal which could merge the current Village Police Department into a Town Police Department but only serving its current service area.
If the decision is made to keep the village government in place and merge some departments it would save a village taxpayer with property assessed at $150,000 a total of $177 a year while town residents living outside the village would see a tax hike of $75.
A total dissolution of the village could save a village taxpayer with the same assessment anywhere from $364 to $1,300 and town residents would pay an increase of $114 per year to $422.
There isn't too much that can justify two municipalities operating within a five to ten mile area but decisions like this are bound to be controversial and of course very political.
There also has to be ways to equal out taxes for both the present town and village areas...good government can make this happen for the benefit of all.
Lets see what village and town residents have to say.....then it will be up to the Liberty village board now controlled by Republican Trustee's Shirley Lindsley, Richard Winters and David Simons. Democrat Mayor William "Rube" Smith and Democrat Trustee Deputy Mayor Joan Stoddard are the minority members of the village board.

Bowling Highlights Column 10-10-08

Kyle Stevens

Debbie Durland

2007-08 High Associations Averages

The list of high averages for the 2007-08 season in the Tri-County NY United States Bowling Congress) (USBC) Association have been published.
The top 10 high averages for men included Don B. Persons, bowling out of Middletown Lanes. Persons only bowled 36 games and established an average of 234.
Joseph Powell, bowling out of Pin Street Lanes in Florida maintained a 233 average while bowling 105 games.
Liberty Lanes bowler Kyle Stevens took Sullivan County honors with a 229 average and 102 games in the Men's Thursday night Doubles league. He also maintained a 227 and a 225 in two other leagues at Liberty Lanes.
Gary Kennedy, bowling out of Pin Street Lanes in Florida averaged 228 with 102 games.
Kiamesha Lanes bowler John Hoffmann maintained a 227 average with 96 games in the Monday Men's league. He also finished with a 219 average in another league at Kiamesha Lanes.
Williams S. Howell III averaged 225 with 90 games at Middletown Lanes. He also maintained averages of 220 and 214.
Kiamesha Lanes bowler Eddie Lake maintained a 225 average with 96 games in the Monday Men's league, Robert G. Quinn Jr. a 224 average with 66 games at Middletown Lanes, Rick Lake a 223 average with 96 games in the Monday Men's league at Kiamesha Lanes and Michael P. Bianchi a 222 average with 99 games at Middletown Lanes.
Other Sullivan County men bowlers with 200 plus average included Doanld Durland with a 221, Edward Guthrie 221, Mark Wegener 221, Jack Moylan 220, Dean Shattuck 218, Robert Fix Jr. 217, John Fischer 215, Paul Minton Jr. 215, Vinnie Collura 214, Jaryl Scott 214, Walt Edwards Jr. 213, Kort Wheeler 213, Ralph Coney 211 and Mike Weiner 210.
Ladies high average honors go to Wurtsboro bowler Debbie Durland who maintained a 204 and a 200 average in 51 and 87 games in two leagues at Kiamesha Lanes.
Dorian Jennings, Danielle Lawrence and Patricia Watch maintaied 188 averages. Jennings had 86 games at Kiamesha Lanes, Lawrence 78 games at Middletown and Watch 84 games at Pin Street Lanes in Florida.
Woodbourne bowler Barbara Neist and Association Manager Michele Bensley maintained 187 averages. Neist with 85 games at Kiamesha Lanes and Bensley with 78 games at Middletown Lanes. Michele also maintained a 186 average with 90 games in another league at Minisink Lanes.
Cathy Van Horn had 21 games for a 186 average at Middletown Lnnes and Mardette Wilcox also maintained a 186 average with 92 games at Kimesha Lanes.
Other women maintained a 180 or above average included Heather Kinney, 184 with 93 games at Pin Street Lanes, JoAnn Predmore 183 with 81 games at Pin Street Lanes, Peggy Needham 181 and a 180 with 96 and 92 games at Pin Street Lanes, Linda Drew 180 avetrage with 83 games at Minisink Lanes and Kimberly Elia 180 with 93 games at Middletown Lanes.

The Bowling Tip
By Mike Luongo

Bowlers: This week's tip is for parents with children who either bowl in a youth league or bowl regularly with their own equipment.
Parents, when is the last time you had your child's fit checked on their bowling ball at your local pro shop?
Children tend to grow quickly and the gripping holes in their bowling balls must be adjusted to accommodate this growth. Bowling with poor-fitting equipment can become frustrating and uncomfortable. In most cases, it will only take a minute or two for adjustments to be made.
Also, if your child has his or her own bowling shoes, you can check the size yourself to see if the fit is acceptable. Do not wait for blisters to form on the toes.
Remember, the game is meant to be enjoyed, not to be a form of torture.
Mike Luongo is technically certified through IBPSIA as a Pro Shop Operator and Master Instructor. He is also a Silver Level Coach with the USBC and is also the Northeast Regional Sales Manager with the Storm and Roto Grip Bowling Ball Company. If you have a question or subject you would like covered, he can be reached at 341-1694 or via e-mail at mikespro@warwick.net

Ed's Outlook

The information pipeline in the sport of bowling sometimes is one of the most difficult areas to gain perfection.
The Tri-County NY USBC Association is studying ways to improve in this area and will launch a Web site in the near future
A Web site is a great source of information and communication within our great sport is a major problem.
League presidents and secretaries should be major areas in getting information including bowling scores and tournament data out to their members and the general bowling community.
So many league secretaries believe that just posting their current standings in their local bowling establishments is all they are required to do and in performing this duty they fail to understand that they are the pipeline for communications to work as it should.
League secretaries are the voice of their leagues but it has been estimated by USBC officials who have studied this problem that less than 10 percent of what leagues and associations produce is filtered to the bowling community.
The area that can help is that league;s chief executives should be at the forefront of the dispersal of information.
Bowling should reach out to league and association members and the general bowling community by using a number of tools like flyer's, news media and the Internet. E-mail can also be very effective and requires league secretaries to obtain e-mail address' from their members.
Redundancy and repetition is helpful in creating an effective communication program.
Let's all chip in and work to improve the overall health of our bowling community and the great sport of bowling.....getting the word out will help to increase participation in everything we do.

Local Scores

Kiamesha Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Men's league include a 204, 212 by Nate Sanders, Dave Graham 216, 217, 626, Keith Smith 225, 229, 638, Dan Ricco 205, Mike Weiner 200, Jim VanAken 202, 226, Tom Belgiovene 201, John Hoffmann 233, 238, 664, Rudy Belanchia 208, 226, 203, 637, Pete Mitro 234, Seriefin Rodriguez 201, Jo Jo Van Keuren 211, 244, 617, Richard Levine 217, 206, Mike Cardo 202, Ryan Lepke 246, 617, Harrison Cheny 215, 213, 608, Joey Smith 200, 201, Rich Noecker 204, Mike Mason 243, John Fischer 217, 254, 650, Bob Wase 209, Doanld Durland 205, 266, 630, Paul Durland 202, 212, 200, 614, Jaryl Scott 216, Mark Wegener 247, Al Caycho 209, Jack Moylan 201, Rob Sze 210, Kort Wheeler 205, 219, Angel Rodriguez 222, Frank Scuderi 213, 219, Eddie Lake 235, 200, 211, 646, Rick Lake 214, Paul Curry 256, 201, 628 and Allan Jones 227, 237, 216, 680.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league Tom Hickman scored a 249, John Hoffmann 245, 638, Neil Bell Jr. 234, Larry Berens 627, Matt Cooper 600, Debie Durland 256, 633, Leanne Mangabang 221, 559, Karen Kilgore 211 and Joan Lake 551.
In the Wednesday Men's league Russ Keesler scored a 222, 608, Tom McIntyre 220, 207, 610, Rick Lara 225, Josh Strang 213, George Battle 204, Larry Berens 246, 215, 642, Dean Shattuck 279, 224, 683, John Hoffmann 223, 205, 623, Tom Belgiovene 204, Pedro Agapito 215, Mike Weiner 245, 216, 200, 661, Al Caycho 234, 209, 621, Kenny Atkins 223, 257, 675, Tim Minton 211, Eddie Lake 227, 215, 641, Chris Magie 215, Dave Porter Jr. 201, William Danchak 232 and Frank DiCostanzo 203.
In the Saturday Morning Youth leagues, in the Pee Wees division G. VanAken scored scored a 73 and C. Jones 97. In the Bantams division S. Patel scored a 127. In the Preps division M. DeGraw scored 101, S. Rustic 118, S. Patel 92, P. Patel 116, 123, N. Goldsmith 106.
In the Jr./Mjrs division of the Youth leagues J. Moss scored a 163, 174, E. Walsh 192, J. Durland 202, S. Durland 128, 134, 117, K. Gessman 146, M. Edwards 140, B. Fraser96, 91, 80, P. Agapito 225, 234, N. Price 194, S. Deitchman 180, B. DeGraw 140, 131, S. Driever 127, 147, K. Fraser 146, C. Israel 120, 117 and S. Comfort 92.

Gravity Alley

Recent highlight scores in the Wednesday Fun league include a 212 by Jeff Jarfas, Scott Ropke 221, John Daniels 243 and Jerry Kammeier 217, 610.

Fox Bowling Center

Recent highlights scores in the Tuesday Ladies Early Birds league include a 225, 545 by Linda Ferris, Anne Couse 180, 519, Louise Botsford 180, 511, Kathleen Stanton 194 and Tammy Kane 192.
In the Wednesday Men's Independent league Jonathon Wayne scored a 202, 210, 259, 671, Donald Marino 226, 221, 220, 667, Paul Iglnatovich 221, 236, 654, Craig Gehrig 208, 245, 651, Ryan Kille 239, 200, 622, Maurice Wormuth 230, 609, Tony Wright 255, 607, James Dibble 215, 200, 605, Andrew Bullis 209, 206, 601, Allen Bullis Sr. 212, 205, Pat Kille 217, Jerry Kulakosky 246, Glenn Bowker 262, Hank Whitmore 220Lee Stanton 219, Jack Hazen 227, Mitch Persbacker 213, Francis Wormuth 215, Nick Possemato 213 and Neil Mosher 227.
In the Thursday Men's Deposit National league Harry Triebe Sr. scored a 245, 263, 216, 724, Jeff Curtis 244, 212, 247, 703, Steve Hopkins 237, 268, 683, Robert Johnson 259, 215, 662, Al Bullis Sr. 212, 259, 657, Dale Conklin 204, 233, 615, Greg Keesler 233, 215, 615, Al Bullis Jr. 227, 204, 610, Andrew Bullis 243, 601, Bill Gleim 269, Paul Ignatovich 228, Don Ferris 226, Vic Davis 219, Len Terrell 210 and Rob Bolster 213.
In the Friday Mixed Doubles Couples league James Dibble scored a 234, 225, 652, William Gleim 213, 224, 626, Daniel Wormuth 210, 235, 602, Rick Mills 232, Howard Couse 224, Scott Ellis 235, Gary Resti 221, Cecil Spenceer 213, Greg Keesler 210, Kristina Couse 185, 185, 535, Sandy Winans 190, 502, Judy Ellis 190 and Michelle Wormuth 180.

Callicoon Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Hortonville Ladies league include Lillian Zieres with a 184, 224, 573 and Debra Loughrey 186.
In the Tuesday Delaware Valley Men's league Ed LeRoy scored a 214, 232, 604, Gary Erlwein 204, Mark Herbert 204, John Fink 200, Bob Cady 213, 201, Don Hill 226, Roger Miller 224, Charles Reichenback 200, Jackie Brockner 204 and Karl Adams 231.
In the Wednesday Businessmen's league Roger Widmann scored a 234, 202, Laresko Niifa 228, 610, Joseph Gager 221, Alan Rutledge 222, Kory Keesler 201, 218, Bruce Rutledge 201, Shirley Townsend 181, Peter Flannigan 237, Ed Townsend 201, Paul Minton 223, 233, 647, Ed Blume 203 and Dwayne Cabrera 200.

This column is written by Ed Townsend, who is a consultant to the professional sport of bowling. He is also a member of the board of directors of the Tri-County NY United States Bowling Congress (USBC) where he serves as Publicity Director. If you have a topic that you believe would make good reading or have league scores or tournament information, Ed can be reached at 845-439-8177 or by sending an email to bowlgolfect1@yahoo.com For a much more expanded version of our bowling column visit our Web site at http://www.http//bght.blogspot.com

PBA'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

The PBA's 50th Anniversary celebration now has extended to its Web site, pba.com, which has undergone a redesign that launched recently.
Users will notice visual changes like 50th Anniversary logos and a cleaner, more user-friendly look. New features on the home page include a photo gallery, an "In the News" section which will feature links to articles written about the PBA from throughout the country, and soon there will be a fantasy bowling section.
"Our 50th Anniversary season has inspired many exciting innovations to the way we do business at the PBA, not the least of which is the launch of our redesigned Web site," said PBA Commissioner and CEO Fred Schreyer. "Our new Web site provides our fans with a fun place to visit and added enjoyment as they follow the fortunes of the PBA and their favorite bowlers."
Be sure to check out the new and improved pba.com

Here & There Column 10-7-08

The Poughkeepie based Schuplatter Folk Dancers do their "Bench" dance.

Band & Dancers Highlight Germanfest

The Bavarian Musik Verein band from Binghamton and the Poughkeepsie Schuplatter Folk Dancers bring true German heritage to the annual Von Steuben Parade and Germanfest sponsored yearly by the Yulan Fire Department.
Unfortunately the threat of rain on the day of this event affected the parade and those who had planned on marching but the heritage honoring the Revolutionary War General
Baron Von Steuben and this Germanfest certainly was evident in the variety of German foods, desserts and music.
A number of folks mentioned to us that they would have liked the opportunity to purchase German souvenirs (other than Beer steins) and clothing (like tee shirts honoring the German heritage. Several also noted the absence of real German liquid refreshments.
We certainly applaud the Yulan Fire Department for the many hours of hard work in preparation for the staging of this event which of course is a major fund raiser for this fire department.
The Germanfest takes place following the parade at Fireman's Field and here is where most of the true German traditions take shape and true spirit of the Germanfest comes alive.
The German heritage and tradition is very evident with the wearing of the lederhosen, listening and dancing to traditional German and Bavarian music, eating delicious German food (and don't forget that great chocolate German cake)......and then there is also the heisting of the beer mugs....made famous by several German songs.
But the highlight of the day is listening to the Bavarian Musik Verein (Binghamton Band) and watching the Poughkeepsie based Schluplatter Folk Dancers as they bring their precision and professionalism and the true heritage of the German people to the little hamlet of Yulan.
The German community loves their heritage and we say thanks to the Yulan Fire Department for letting it all happen.

Bowling Highilghts Column 10-3-08

Donad Durland

Durland Records His Sixth 300 Game

Twenty year-old Wurtsboro bowler Donald Durland scored his sixth perfect 300 game on July 30 in the Wednesday Night Mixed Summer League at Colonial Lanes in Chester.
The 300 game and his 708 series (off single game of 223, 300, 185) took place on lanes 1 and 2 using a Hammer Vibe bowling ball.
Donald bowls with the Killer Angels II team consisting of Tom Cooney, Pat Cooney and his mother Debbie Durland. .
All 12 balls were in the pocket.
His summer league average was 200.
Donald's fifth 300 game was bowled on April 4 while subbing in the Friday Night Mixed League at Kiamesha Lanes where he used an Ebonite Maxim plastic bowling ball on lanes 5 and 6.
His high series of 797, off single games of 268, 249, 279, was bowled earlier this year in the Monday Men's league at Kiamesha Lanes.
He has been bowling since he was five years old and averages in the 200 plus range.
Donald bowled his first 300 of his adult career on September 26, 2007 in the Wednesday Men's League at Kiamesha Lanes. His first 300 game came during the 2005-2006 season as a youth bowler at Kiamesha Lanes.
Donald is single and is employed by the Monticello Greenhouse.

The Bowling Tip
By Mike Luongo

Bowlers: This weeks tip applies mostly to those bowlers who are using modern bowling balls.
You may not know that the modern bowling ball is porous with several different densities and has numerous chemicals in its cover stocks.
As these ball change temperature, the cover and core will expand and contract. Due to the different materials used for the core, inner core and cover, this fluctuation occurs at different rates.
Leaving the ball in a car when temperatures are severe, very hot or very cold, the expansion and contraction causes severe stress on the cover. This stress is even greater when a cold ball is used to bowl while it is still cold. This may cause your ball to crack.
So this tip is not only educational but let it serve as a reminder to take care of your bowling ball investment....avoid the experience that the above mentioned bowler went through....and if you carry your balls to and from the center.....don't leave them in your car
Mike Luongo is technically certified through IBPSIA as a Pro Shop Operator and Master Instructor. He is also a Silver Level Coach with the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) and is also the Northeast Regional Sales Manager with the Storm and Roto Grip Bowling Ball Company. If you have a question or subject you would like covered, he can be reached at 341-1694 or via e-mail at mikespro@warwick.net

Ed's Outlook

Syracuse based Lane # 1 and Richie Sposato continues to improve and add to their bowling ball arsenal.
They recently announced the creation of the new BussBomb, a new force in the bowling industry.
The BuzzBomb is packed with their all new double sided "Doomsday Bomb(2) core which generates double the torque, creating double the hook on the backend.
"Surrounding this nuclear power plant is our all new Pure Grip solid reactive cover-stock," Lane # 1 said.
This new formula grips the lanes on the heaviest oil and Lane # 1 said, "you won't believe your eyes when you see this midlane Hook Monster explode with a huge backend," Lane #1 noted.
The new ball is purple/black in color, has a hooking rating of 120 out of 120, has a backend hook of 80%, has a flare potential of 5 plus, has 3-piece construction, has a 1000 grit dull finish and is available in 13-16 pound weights.
Sposato says his company is helping to change the bowling industry by "bringing the sport of bowling to new and exciting levels."
Sposato, a former pro bowler, has also authored a number of writings and columns.
One of the areas that makes the Buzzsaw line of bowling products different is the unique design of the inner weight, which is largely responsible for the way a ball reacts when rolling down the lane. The balls with their diamond-shaped weight (and the laws of physics) is said to spin longer, faster and creates 20 percent more inertia than any other shape.
For additional information about the new addition to the Lane # 1 products call 1-800-526-3661 or log onto the official web site, http://www.lane1bowling.com/

Local Scores

Gravity Alley

We welcome this week Gravity Alley which is located in Honesdale, Pa. The 10-lane center features mostly open bowling and parties and has one Wednesday Night Mixed league. The league runs for 10 weeks in the fall, takes a 7 week break and then runs for 12 weeks starting on January 7.
Recent highlight scores in the Wednesday Mixed Fun league include a 182 by Diane Rutledge. Joy Johannes 193, Todd Shuman 204, Scott Ropke 221, 218, John Daniels 201 and Jerry Kammeier 222.

Kiamesha Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league include a 278, 748 by Donald Durland, Larry Berens 268, John Hoffmann 245, 658, John Fischer 649, Joan Lake 223, 530, Debbie Durland 215, 575 and Mary Lee Williams 214, 555.
In the Wednesday Men's league Russ Keesler scored a 214, 201, 207, 622, Tim McIntyre 235, Rick Lara 202, Josh Strang 203, 203, Charles McAllister 227, 225, 609, George Battle Jr. 206, 245, 646, Allan Jones 278, 287, 745, Dean Shattuck 211, 214, 216, 641, Art Eggleton 256, 617, John Hoffmann 213, 606, Tom Belgiovene 214, Vinnie Collura 202, Dan Ricco 256, Al Caycho 200, 236, 611, Mike Weiner 223, 612, Kenny Atkins 248 and Frank DiCostanzo 237.
In the Saturday Morning Youth leagues, in the Pee Wees division George VanAken scored a 77, Emma Jones 57 and Katlyn Babcock 81. In the Bantams division Tulsi Patel scored a 65, Shayam Patel 85, 89 and Nathaniel Edwards 75, 90. In the Preps division S. Patel scored 150, Makayla DeGraw 101, 108, 102, Michael Hope 78, 108, 119, Thomas Nola 90 and Sarah Rustic 101. In the Jr/Mjrs division Sarah Durland scored a 141, Jared Friedman 132, Kristy Gessman 130, 152, Brianna DeGraw 136, Pedro Agapito 266, 197, James Durland 193, 191,203, Shawn Sinistorie 191, 191, Amanda Bock 153, Shavani Patel 145 and Kishan Patel 179.

Callicoon Lanes

Recent highlight scores in the Monday Hortonville Ladies league include a 233, 205, 605 for Lillian Zieres and Jody Mohn 183.
In the Tuesday Delaware Valley Men's league Mark Herbert scored a 224, Ken Darling 231, Scott Herbert 222, 222, Albert Tyles 224, Josh Mulucky 210, Gary Erlwein 204, 234, 630, Charles Reichenback 204, Tom Russell 210, John Fink 200 and Bob Cady 225.
In the Wednesday Night Businessmen league Mark Hawley scored a 227, Laresko Niifa 210, Joseph Gager 214, Dave Maus 205, Ed Townsend 209, Mike Beseth 239, 222, 605, Kory Keesler 203, Paul Minton 215, 204, 605, Ed Blume 221, Bobby Cooper 205, Dwayne Cabrera 202 and Shirley Townsend 214, 508.

Fox Bowling Center

Recent highlight scores in the Tuesday Ladies Early Birds league include a 208, 184, 569 by Kathleen Stanton, Nikki Adriano 513, Tammy Kane 194, 507, Cheryle Ostrander 197 and Kadthleen Maltese 186.
In the Wednesday Men's Independent league Bill Gleim scored a 279, 279, 757, Howie Couse 254, 297, 713, Timothy Smith 204, 244, 215, 663, Tony Wright 220, 242, 655, Donald Marino 214, 224, 213, 651, Andrew Bullis 246, 617, James Dibble 219, 221, 609, Robert Johnson 221, 603, Paul Ignatovich 233, 601, Daniel Wormuth 256, Arthur Gately 210, Craig Gehrig 225, Ryan Kille 214, David Thomason 242 and Charles Dunlap 234.
In the Thursday Night Men's Deposit National league Andrew Bullis scored a 206, 236, 280, 722, Bill Gleim 204, 204, 247, 655, Steve Hopkins 218, 223, 626, Robert Johnson 204, 243, 604, Al Bullis Sr. 227, 602, Howard Couse Sr. 223, Rich Lenio 227, Greg Keesler 232, Paul Ignatovich 214, John Lanner 224 and John Gurnick 225.
In the Friday Night Mixed Doubles Couples league Howard Couse scored a 225, 280, 213, 718, James Dibble 265, 205, 643, Bill Gleim 248, 629, Robert Ellis 208, 202, 215, 625, Daniel Wormuth 227, 614, Brian Robinson 221, 204, Anne Couse 198, 203, 579, Scott Ellis 254, Gary Resti 205, Jonney Stanton 221, Judy Ellis 192, 527, Sandy Winans 187, 195, 518, Janet Ellis 504 and Kristina Couse 208.

This column is written by Ed Townsend, who is a consultant to the professional sport of bowling. He is also a member of the board of directors of the Tri-County NY United States Bowling Congress (USBC) where he serves as Publicity Director. If you have a topic that you believe would make good reading or have league scores or tournament information, Ed can be reached by calling 439-8177 or by sending an e-mail to bowlgolfect1@yahoo.com For a much more expanded version of this bowling column, please visit his Web site at http://www.bght.blogspot.com/

BOWLING CALENDAR

April 18, 2008, Ladies 38th Annual Queens Tournament, two divisions, Clover Lanes, Rochester. For information call 716- 662-0018 or email nancyw@nysba
March 28-July 4, 2009--The 2009 USBC Women's Championships, Reno, NV. National Bowling Stadium. Information call 1-800-514-BOWL, ext. 3173 or at the web site, www.usbcwomenschampionship@bowl.com
February 21-July 24--The 2009 USBC (Men's) Open Championships, Las Vegas' Cashman Center. Closing date for entries is Dec. 12. Information call 1-800-514-2695, ext. 3320 or visit the web page at http://www.usbcopen.com/

Lumber Liquidators Is New Tour Sponsor

The Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) and Lumber Liquidators, the largest independent retailer of hardwood flooring in the United States, have agreed to a three-year, multi-million dollar title sponsorship. The agreement makes Lumber Liquidators the title sponsor of the Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour through the conclusion of the 2010-11 Tour season.
The agreement, effective Oct. 1, includes the unveiling of a new, integrated PBA Tour logo in all PBA controlled communication, telecasts, promotions and publicity. Lumber Liquidators will promote the PBA to millions of guests at its 140 stores across the United States. The flooring retailer will receive prominent tune-in promotion, advertising and branding on all PBA telecasts on ESPN and ESPN2 during the course of the season, and access to more than 70 million bowlers and 2,200 Strike Ten bowling centers. Lumber Liquidators will also receive naming rights to two events, the Lumber Liquidators Shark Championship in Baltimore, Md. and the Lumber Liquidators U.S. Open in North Brunswick, N.J.
"We are very excited to partner with Lumber Liquidators on this title sponsorship," said PBA Commissioner and CEO Fred Schreyer. "The PBA is a perfect fit for Lumber Liquidators' customers and we look forward to implementing the various programs of the sponsorship to grow both our brands."
As part of the agreement, Lumber Liquidators will sponsor six bowlers --- Patrick Allen, Tommy Jones, Rhino Page, Parker Bohn III, Michael Fagan and Brian Kretzer --- during each season. Sponsored bowlers will wear the Lumber Liquidators logo on their shirt backs and right sleeves and throw specially-made spare balls emblazoned with the Lumber Liquidators logo.
The 2008-09 Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour kicks off on ESPN with the Chris Paul PBA Charity Invitational presented by the brands of Ebonite International on Oct. 19. Live coverage of the 2008-09 Lumber Liquidators PBA Tour begins Oct. 26 with the PBA World Championship, in Wichita, Kan.