Rick Lake Records Second Career 300
Forty-nine year-old Monticello bowler Rick Lake comes from a well known and highly respected Sullivan County bowling family.
Rick added his name to the Lake bowling family accomplishments on March 8 by smashing the maples for his second career 300 game on lanes 1 and 2 at Kiamesha Lanes.
The 300 came in his third game of the night using an Ebonite Gyro urethane bowling ball. He also recorded a 222 single for a 696 series.
His first 300 game was bowled some 6 to 7 years ago at Kiamesha Lanes in the Monday Men's league.
Rick noted that all the strikes were in the pocket except for one light hit that carried. He presently carries a 212 average in this the only league he bowls in.
The family tradition is important to Rick as he bowls on the Team Lake squad sponsored by his wife, Jane, who is a Lia Sophia Jewelry representative.
The team consists of his dad, Mickey Lake, his brother Eddie Lake (well known for his 10-career 300 games and the famous 20-year-old Hammer urethane bowling ball he uses), and Roy Sweeney.
Rick's mom, Joan Lake, has been a dominant force in area bowling circles for a number of years.
Lake has been bowling for some 44 years starting out in the Kiamesha Lanes youth leagues.
In addition to bowling Rick golfs in a couple of area leagues and he and his wife are noted motorcycle enthusiasts who enjoy riding their Harley-Davidson throughout the country.
The Lake's have no children and Rick is a 25-year employee at Catskill Regional Medical Center.
Bowling Tip
By Mike Luongo
Bowlers: This week the tip is for all bowlers to assist you on how to best use the dots and arrows on the approach as target aids.
When preparing to execute a bowling shot, whether it is a strike or spare, you must be prepared to understand the path down the lane you intend your bowling ball to take. With this in mind, when stepping on the approach you should have a focal point, simply the point from which the ball will roll off you hand in the direction you intend it to go, picked out.
If you throw a hook ball, you will be rolling toward the intended break point--the spot on the lane you expect your ball to change direction. If you are rolling the ball straight, the pocket or the pin/pins will be your intended target.
The tip: Look at your intended target and bring your eyes back to the spot on the lane that you are most comfortable looking at, whether it be the dots or an arrow.
To play the modern game, the sooner the ball comes off your hand the better. If you are looking at an arrow and tend to throw or hit up on the ball instead of rolling it off your hand, bring your eyes more toward the dots.
If you are a bowler that tends to play more across the boars with a lot of rotation, your focal point should be a far right (or left) as in between the lanes to get the ball to the correct break point.
If you play a straighter game, with a small hook, your correct focal point may be toward the 3-pin ( for right hand bowlers).
Remember, there is no substitute for making a good shot. If you combine good shots with good thinking, you scores will increase.
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 a Sales Advisor and Special Events Coordinator 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 mikesproshop@ymail.com
Senior Tournament
Set For May 2 At
Hoe Bowl Lanes
The 39th Annual Eddie Beebe-Julia Maney Memorial Senior Tournament will be held Sunday, May 2 at 1 p.m. at the Hoe Bowl Lanes in Walden.
The tournament is sponsored by the Tri-County NY USBC Association and is open to sanctioned men and women bowlers who are 55 or older and who reside in the areas governed by the Tri-County Association.
Entry fee is $27.00.
A buffet will follow bowling at which time prizes will be awarded.
Mail entries or obtain information from Michele Bensley, Association Manger, 405 Avenue E, Matamoras, PA 18336. Telephone 570-491-2745 or e-mail keglers@optonline.net
Local Scores
Kiamesha Lanes
Recent highlight scoring in the Monday Men's league included a 238, 277, 256, 771 by Dan Ricco, Mike Weiner 229, 245, 698, Paul Durland 245, 626, Jaryl Scott 244, 645, Vinnie Collura 237, 660, Donald Durland 244, James VanAken 237, 605, Josh Strang 243, 264, 731, John Hoffman 238, 724, Nate Sanders 230, 227, 651, John Fischer 648, David Graham 227, 600, Jo Jo VanKeuren 236, 226, 638, Craig Wilhelm 234, 604, Al Caycho 638, Jon Wilhelm 246, 641, Vincent Scuderi 243, 606, Frank Scuderi 229, 603, Mickey Lake 231, Eddie Lake 227, 226, 655, Lloyd Bridges 244, 670, James Frost 238, Jason Jones Jr. 278, 694, Jack Moylan 279, 277, 748, Kort Wheeler 258, 234, 672, Allan Jones 605, Timothy Totten 232, 279, 688, Mal Press 237, 611.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league Debra Blackford 181, Carena Collura 186, 502, Ronda McClernon 208, Joann Ruggiero 187, Lisa Cartwright 209, Andrea Grossman 210, 254, 624, Russ Keesler 226, 617, Allen Jones 232, 607, Debbie Durland 223, 201, 246, 670, Mal Press 236, Jon Wilhelm 259, 245, 705, Ed Guthrie 229, 234, 679, Cecil Walters 235, 617, Mary Lee Williams 206, 195, 204, 606, Joan Lake 191, 522, Dorian Jennings 232, 211, 581, George Kelley 624, Shane Cunningham 606, Kevin Stackhouse 267, 639, Linda Schaefer 513, Larry Berens 602.
In the Wednesday Men's league Kenny Atkins 254, 604, Kenneth Hopkins Jr. 231, Vincent Scuderi 603, Craig Wilhelm 258, 224, 649, Al Caycho 234, 604, Mike Weiner 232, John Lopez 258, 660, Frank Muller Jr. 225, 606, Larry Berens 238, Dean Shattuck 246, 256, 726, Paul Durland 231, 624, Josh Strang 253, 233, 676, Tom Belgiovene 244, 661, John Hoffmann 254, 605, Rick Lara 245, 641, Tim McIntyre 235, 633, Vincent Degraw 226, 628, Troy Morris 608, Wayne Atkins 233, 239, 618, Eddie Lake 280, 236, 246, 762, Gregory Fallon 226, 243, 671, Matt Fallon 225, 653, Richard Bradford 613, Donald Durland 614.
In the Thursday Ladies league Christine Schultz 218, 518, Barbara Durbak 180, 520, Karen Perrello 181, Liz Stubits 185, Mardette Wilcox 175, 500, Rudy Hoke 243, 550, Rita Burdick 188, Debbie Durland 203, 181, 181, 564, Pat Shuart 181, Liz Burgio 183, Connie Mckenley 182, 506, Bonnie Geraine 187, 509, Sonya Robinson 181.
In the Saturday Morning Youth leagues, in the Pee Wees division Gabriel Goldsmith 81, Jenna Merton 96, Tommy Merton 76, George VanAken 85, Kayelynn Blackford 66, Jenna Hendricks 93. In the Preps division, S. Patel 120, Rup Patel 120, Mackenzie S. 106, Nathaniel Goldsmith 134, Tayl'r Porter 80, Rachel Drillings 63, 51, Johathan Wilhelm 120, 183, Sarah Rustic 144, 115, 139, Ben Drillings 111, Sierra Barbianti 72, 73, Anthony Pagani 82, 83, 99. In the Jr/Mjrs Jared Friedman 189, 152, Shivani Patel 165, 191, 171, James Durland 213, Shawn Comfort 118, Megan Gerow 169, 163, Kishan Patel 192, Kristy Gessman 146, 123, Shawn Sinistorie 178, Steven Sinistorie 147, Nick Price 202, 185, Eddie Walsh 259, 206, 233, 698, Bryden Fraser 105.
Fox Bowling Center
Recent highlight scores in the Wednesday Men's Independent league included a 267 by Mike Bowker, Al
Bullis Sr. 265, 703, Dale Conklin 231, Cody Conway 256, 641, Jim Dibble 232, 279, 735, Chuck Dunlap 231, Art Gately 276, 696, Bill Gleim 253, 641, Paul Ignatovich 269, 698, Steve Jacobi 245, 641, Rob Johnson 266, 697, Donnie Marino 225, 619, Mark McGraw 613, Ed Milk Jr. 235, 601, Josh Milucky 243, Neil Mosher 225, 632, Cory Newman 646, Mitch Persbacker 236, 600, Charlie Reichenbaugh 604, Josh Rice 233, Jonathon Wayne 233, 246, 620, Hank Whitmore 257, Zuke Wormuth 629, Lee Wormuth 242, 245, 628, Jay Wormuth 628, Tony Wright 236, 660.
In the Friday Mixed Doubles Couples league Andy Bullis 279, 653, Anne Couse 180, 195, 534, HoweyCouse 256, 662, Norman E. Ellis 234, Norman C. Ellis 613, Bill Gleim 233, 664, Nick Hazen 631, Aaron Martin 225, Dana McGraw 202, 547, Mark McGraw 245, 657, Rick Mills 255, 615, Brian Robinson 226, 621, Tim Smith 604, Sandy Winans 224, 220, 580, Dan Wormuth 256, 639.
In the Sunday Afternoon Mixed Fun league Ry Cornwell 246, 614, Marty Haeussler 268, 684, Rodney "Taylor" Jester (youth score) 211, Matt Johnson 243, 651, Rick Mills 646, Savanna Mills (youth scores), 151, 159, 425, Fred Shakelton 614, Summer Shakelton (youth scores) 145, 382.
Beechwood Lanes
Recent highlight scores in the Monday Ladies league include a 199, 187, 554 by Diane Staves, Amy Hellerer 186, Tracy Puerschner 184, 179, 519, Beth Schumacher 168, Lori Kimmes 177, 183, 512, Jackie Gieger 185, 166, 179, 521, Jackie Mootz 176.
In the Tuesday Ladies league Lillian Zieres 177, 469, Bonnie Hubert 171.
In the Wednesday Men's league John Fischer 214, Tom Gain 210, Roger Widmann 199, Mike Sorge 196, Matt Hubert 208.
Gravity Alley
Recent highlight scores in the Thursday Mixed league include a 180 by Joy Johannes, Dave Predmore 206, Scott Ropke 246, 600, Judy Mohn 173, 172, 514, Don Weniger 198, Kristy Kretschmer 177, 171, 511.
This column is written by Ed Townsend, a public relations consultant to the amateur and professional sport of bowling and to several bowling writers associations. If you have a topic that would make good reading, or have league and tournament scores and information, Ed can be reached by phone at 845-439-8177, vie e-mail at edwardctownsend@hotmail.com and by fax at 845-230-8674. For a more expanded version of the bowling column, please visit our Web Page at http://bght.blogspot.com/
Forty-nine year-old Monticello bowler Rick Lake comes from a well known and highly respected Sullivan County bowling family.
Rick added his name to the Lake bowling family accomplishments on March 8 by smashing the maples for his second career 300 game on lanes 1 and 2 at Kiamesha Lanes.
The 300 came in his third game of the night using an Ebonite Gyro urethane bowling ball. He also recorded a 222 single for a 696 series.
His first 300 game was bowled some 6 to 7 years ago at Kiamesha Lanes in the Monday Men's league.
Rick noted that all the strikes were in the pocket except for one light hit that carried. He presently carries a 212 average in this the only league he bowls in.
The family tradition is important to Rick as he bowls on the Team Lake squad sponsored by his wife, Jane, who is a Lia Sophia Jewelry representative.
The team consists of his dad, Mickey Lake, his brother Eddie Lake (well known for his 10-career 300 games and the famous 20-year-old Hammer urethane bowling ball he uses), and Roy Sweeney.
Rick's mom, Joan Lake, has been a dominant force in area bowling circles for a number of years.
Lake has been bowling for some 44 years starting out in the Kiamesha Lanes youth leagues.
In addition to bowling Rick golfs in a couple of area leagues and he and his wife are noted motorcycle enthusiasts who enjoy riding their Harley-Davidson throughout the country.
The Lake's have no children and Rick is a 25-year employee at Catskill Regional Medical Center.
Bowling Tip
By Mike Luongo
Bowlers: This week the tip is for all bowlers to assist you on how to best use the dots and arrows on the approach as target aids.
When preparing to execute a bowling shot, whether it is a strike or spare, you must be prepared to understand the path down the lane you intend your bowling ball to take. With this in mind, when stepping on the approach you should have a focal point, simply the point from which the ball will roll off you hand in the direction you intend it to go, picked out.
If you throw a hook ball, you will be rolling toward the intended break point--the spot on the lane you expect your ball to change direction. If you are rolling the ball straight, the pocket or the pin/pins will be your intended target.
The tip: Look at your intended target and bring your eyes back to the spot on the lane that you are most comfortable looking at, whether it be the dots or an arrow.
To play the modern game, the sooner the ball comes off your hand the better. If you are looking at an arrow and tend to throw or hit up on the ball instead of rolling it off your hand, bring your eyes more toward the dots.
If you are a bowler that tends to play more across the boars with a lot of rotation, your focal point should be a far right (or left) as in between the lanes to get the ball to the correct break point.
If you play a straighter game, with a small hook, your correct focal point may be toward the 3-pin ( for right hand bowlers).
Remember, there is no substitute for making a good shot. If you combine good shots with good thinking, you scores will increase.
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 a Sales Advisor and Special Events Coordinator 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 mikesproshop@ymail.com
Senior Tournament
Set For May 2 At
Hoe Bowl Lanes
The 39th Annual Eddie Beebe-Julia Maney Memorial Senior Tournament will be held Sunday, May 2 at 1 p.m. at the Hoe Bowl Lanes in Walden.
The tournament is sponsored by the Tri-County NY USBC Association and is open to sanctioned men and women bowlers who are 55 or older and who reside in the areas governed by the Tri-County Association.
Entry fee is $27.00.
A buffet will follow bowling at which time prizes will be awarded.
Mail entries or obtain information from Michele Bensley, Association Manger, 405 Avenue E, Matamoras, PA 18336. Telephone 570-491-2745 or e-mail keglers@optonline.net
Local Scores
Kiamesha Lanes
Recent highlight scoring in the Monday Men's league included a 238, 277, 256, 771 by Dan Ricco, Mike Weiner 229, 245, 698, Paul Durland 245, 626, Jaryl Scott 244, 645, Vinnie Collura 237, 660, Donald Durland 244, James VanAken 237, 605, Josh Strang 243, 264, 731, John Hoffman 238, 724, Nate Sanders 230, 227, 651, John Fischer 648, David Graham 227, 600, Jo Jo VanKeuren 236, 226, 638, Craig Wilhelm 234, 604, Al Caycho 638, Jon Wilhelm 246, 641, Vincent Scuderi 243, 606, Frank Scuderi 229, 603, Mickey Lake 231, Eddie Lake 227, 226, 655, Lloyd Bridges 244, 670, James Frost 238, Jason Jones Jr. 278, 694, Jack Moylan 279, 277, 748, Kort Wheeler 258, 234, 672, Allan Jones 605, Timothy Totten 232, 279, 688, Mal Press 237, 611.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league Debra Blackford 181, Carena Collura 186, 502, Ronda McClernon 208, Joann Ruggiero 187, Lisa Cartwright 209, Andrea Grossman 210, 254, 624, Russ Keesler 226, 617, Allen Jones 232, 607, Debbie Durland 223, 201, 246, 670, Mal Press 236, Jon Wilhelm 259, 245, 705, Ed Guthrie 229, 234, 679, Cecil Walters 235, 617, Mary Lee Williams 206, 195, 204, 606, Joan Lake 191, 522, Dorian Jennings 232, 211, 581, George Kelley 624, Shane Cunningham 606, Kevin Stackhouse 267, 639, Linda Schaefer 513, Larry Berens 602.
In the Wednesday Men's league Kenny Atkins 254, 604, Kenneth Hopkins Jr. 231, Vincent Scuderi 603, Craig Wilhelm 258, 224, 649, Al Caycho 234, 604, Mike Weiner 232, John Lopez 258, 660, Frank Muller Jr. 225, 606, Larry Berens 238, Dean Shattuck 246, 256, 726, Paul Durland 231, 624, Josh Strang 253, 233, 676, Tom Belgiovene 244, 661, John Hoffmann 254, 605, Rick Lara 245, 641, Tim McIntyre 235, 633, Vincent Degraw 226, 628, Troy Morris 608, Wayne Atkins 233, 239, 618, Eddie Lake 280, 236, 246, 762, Gregory Fallon 226, 243, 671, Matt Fallon 225, 653, Richard Bradford 613, Donald Durland 614.
In the Thursday Ladies league Christine Schultz 218, 518, Barbara Durbak 180, 520, Karen Perrello 181, Liz Stubits 185, Mardette Wilcox 175, 500, Rudy Hoke 243, 550, Rita Burdick 188, Debbie Durland 203, 181, 181, 564, Pat Shuart 181, Liz Burgio 183, Connie Mckenley 182, 506, Bonnie Geraine 187, 509, Sonya Robinson 181.
In the Saturday Morning Youth leagues, in the Pee Wees division Gabriel Goldsmith 81, Jenna Merton 96, Tommy Merton 76, George VanAken 85, Kayelynn Blackford 66, Jenna Hendricks 93. In the Preps division, S. Patel 120, Rup Patel 120, Mackenzie S. 106, Nathaniel Goldsmith 134, Tayl'r Porter 80, Rachel Drillings 63, 51, Johathan Wilhelm 120, 183, Sarah Rustic 144, 115, 139, Ben Drillings 111, Sierra Barbianti 72, 73, Anthony Pagani 82, 83, 99. In the Jr/Mjrs Jared Friedman 189, 152, Shivani Patel 165, 191, 171, James Durland 213, Shawn Comfort 118, Megan Gerow 169, 163, Kishan Patel 192, Kristy Gessman 146, 123, Shawn Sinistorie 178, Steven Sinistorie 147, Nick Price 202, 185, Eddie Walsh 259, 206, 233, 698, Bryden Fraser 105.
Fox Bowling Center
Recent highlight scores in the Wednesday Men's Independent league included a 267 by Mike Bowker, Al
Bullis Sr. 265, 703, Dale Conklin 231, Cody Conway 256, 641, Jim Dibble 232, 279, 735, Chuck Dunlap 231, Art Gately 276, 696, Bill Gleim 253, 641, Paul Ignatovich 269, 698, Steve Jacobi 245, 641, Rob Johnson 266, 697, Donnie Marino 225, 619, Mark McGraw 613, Ed Milk Jr. 235, 601, Josh Milucky 243, Neil Mosher 225, 632, Cory Newman 646, Mitch Persbacker 236, 600, Charlie Reichenbaugh 604, Josh Rice 233, Jonathon Wayne 233, 246, 620, Hank Whitmore 257, Zuke Wormuth 629, Lee Wormuth 242, 245, 628, Jay Wormuth 628, Tony Wright 236, 660.
In the Friday Mixed Doubles Couples league Andy Bullis 279, 653, Anne Couse 180, 195, 534, HoweyCouse 256, 662, Norman E. Ellis 234, Norman C. Ellis 613, Bill Gleim 233, 664, Nick Hazen 631, Aaron Martin 225, Dana McGraw 202, 547, Mark McGraw 245, 657, Rick Mills 255, 615, Brian Robinson 226, 621, Tim Smith 604, Sandy Winans 224, 220, 580, Dan Wormuth 256, 639.
In the Sunday Afternoon Mixed Fun league Ry Cornwell 246, 614, Marty Haeussler 268, 684, Rodney "Taylor" Jester (youth score) 211, Matt Johnson 243, 651, Rick Mills 646, Savanna Mills (youth scores), 151, 159, 425, Fred Shakelton 614, Summer Shakelton (youth scores) 145, 382.
Beechwood Lanes
Recent highlight scores in the Monday Ladies league include a 199, 187, 554 by Diane Staves, Amy Hellerer 186, Tracy Puerschner 184, 179, 519, Beth Schumacher 168, Lori Kimmes 177, 183, 512, Jackie Gieger 185, 166, 179, 521, Jackie Mootz 176.
In the Tuesday Ladies league Lillian Zieres 177, 469, Bonnie Hubert 171.
In the Wednesday Men's league John Fischer 214, Tom Gain 210, Roger Widmann 199, Mike Sorge 196, Matt Hubert 208.
Gravity Alley
Recent highlight scores in the Thursday Mixed league include a 180 by Joy Johannes, Dave Predmore 206, Scott Ropke 246, 600, Judy Mohn 173, 172, 514, Don Weniger 198, Kristy Kretschmer 177, 171, 511.
This column is written by Ed Townsend, a public relations consultant to the amateur and professional sport of bowling and to several bowling writers associations. If you have a topic that would make good reading, or have league and tournament scores and information, Ed can be reached by phone at 845-439-8177, vie e-mail at edwardctownsend@hotmail.com and by fax at 845-230-8674. For a more expanded version of the bowling column, please visit our Web Page at http://bght.blogspot.com/
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