104 YEAR-OLD BOWLER
ROLLS A 224 GAME TO
"KICKOFF" THE NEW SEASON

Lifelong Sport Keeps Centenarian's Competitive Edge With Younger Teammates

Almost 6 years ago to the day, Rolla Zuck shot a 199 game on his 99th birthday during his league bowling match at Century Bowl in Waterford, Michigan. Like all good athletes, Rolla believes that practice, practice, practice makes you better. Only 1 month shy of his 105th birthday, Rolla rolled a 224 game during the "League Season Kickoff Tournament" at his favorite bowling center, Century Bowl. The tournament included all league bowlers getting ready to start the new season. Rolla had one of the best scores and everyone celebrated. Many of the younger, high average bowlers were inspired by the great score and are ready to bowl another 80 years.

"Rolla is an amazing person as well as bowler," said Century Bowl Manager Sheila Kiefer. "Between turns, Rolla is joking and having fun with his fellow Monday Century Kegglers league members. However, he becomes focused when it is time to bowl. Last year, he even carried a 152 per game season average."

Rolla has been bowling for many years on the Monday afternoon Century Kegglers league at Century and has enjoyed every minute. According to Century Bowl Director of Operations and Guest Happiness, Roger Philipi, "Bowling is the greatest lifelong activity and the key to longevity. Many people in the new 50+ generation want to remain active. Bowling provides an exciting social and recreational atmosphere. For some people, bowling keeps the competitive edge alive."