We Need To Get Tougher On Tax-Exempt Land
New York's ground rules for establishing tax-exempt status for properties owned by nonprofits got some strong support recently from the 3rd Judicial Department of the State Appellate Division.
An assessor in the nearby Town of Shawangunk Ulster County, rejected the World Buddhist Chan Jing Center's application for a religious tax exemption on three parcels.
The land while is was on the tax rolls was worth a reported $1 million and if taken off the tax rolls would have taken a good sum of tax monies from the town, the Pine Bush School District and Ulster County.
The State Appellate Division ruling in favor of this township held that just because an organization is a nonprofit and a religious one, does not mean it is exempt from taxation.
Someone has finally got it right and this court by showing that just because a nonprofit organization owns land, it does not automatically qualify for a tax exemption.
For so many years nonprofit organizations just seemed to automatically quality for these tax exemptions while local property owners were then forced to pick up the tab.
We don't know the total value of tax exempt lands in Sullivan County but we hope with this court ruling town and village assessors start sharpening their pencils and show some guts by using this same denial process that the Town of Shawangunk assessor used.
We don't see much hope from the state legislature for proposed legislation that could, if passed, change New York's ground rules for establishing tax-exempt status for properties owned by nonprofits.
Local Senator John Bonacic and Ticonderoga Senator Elizabeth Little have sponsored legislation and nonprofits and religious groups have lined up against six bills they say would devastate them financially in the bills become law.
Bonacic has clearly stated that the legislation is not aimed at the legitimate work of nonprofit providers.
Bonacic said, "what we are trying to do is stamp out the abuses in the system and to reform the way taxes are paid."
The growth in tax-exempt property is a real concern for all municipal units including school districts and property owned by nonprofits sometimes definitely undermines the tax base.
As the middle class has moved to the suburbs, the tax base has decayed and you guessed it folks........Mr. and Ms. average taxpayer bites the bullet and pays the bill.
Well, welcome to the real world and this is basically what the 3ed Judicial Department of the state Appellate Division has done with their decision.
Monday, December 3, 2007
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Bowling Highlights Column 11-30-07
Thirty career Denny's PBA tour title champion Parker Bohn III and wife Leslie of Jackson, NJ make sure their children get regular practice. Here they are at the Denny's Etonic tour stop in Cheektowaga several weeks ago. They are from the left, 21-month old Sydney, 4-year-old Justin and 3-year-old Brandon.
Robert Smith
Even The Pros Believe In Youth Bowling
Youth bowling and getting youngsters to learn the game at an early age is important to the future growth of this great sport. and even the professional bowlers adhere to this concept.
While at the Etonic Championship PBA Tour stop at Cheektowaga near Buffalo several weeks ago we again met up with old friends, Parker Bohn III and wife Leslie and during a break between Rounds 16 and 8 Leslie took the children down to one end of the AMF Thruway Lanes.
The interest these youth have in the game was amazing.
One might think that with traveling with mom and dad and being in and out of many different bowling establishments on a weekly basis that bowling might not be of interest to the Bohn children.
Dad Parker Bohn III has been a member of the PBA since 1984 and his following the 2006-07 tour he is presently ranked number 7 in the world point rankings.
Parker certainly knows the game with 76 career PBA 300 games.
In 2006-07 he had another solid season despite not winning a title for the second straight year....finishing seventh, the highest of a non title winner.
The Bohn children certainly have a lot to be proud of as Parker owns 30 career Denny's PBA Tour titles, has made 284 match play appearances, owns 16 PBA Regional tour titles and has earned $2,607,916 in career PBA winnings, which ranks third all-time.
Parker was named Player of the Year in 1999, 2001 and 2002 and was voted into the PBA Hall of Fame in 2000.
In the ladder part of the afternoon Parker and Leslie can be heard saying to their children, "it's nap time," and its off to their motor home usually parked in the rear of the bowling establishment.
But after their nap the Bohn children want to go bowling and they certainly show their enthusiasm for the game.
Hoffmann Scores Big 815 Series Nov. 19
"Little Lefty" John Hoffmann of Monticello scored a 815 series on November 19 in the Monday Men's league at Kiamesha Lanes.
His series consisted of games of 252, 276 and 287.
John bowls on the Coldwell Bankers team with teammates Walt Edwards, Paul Minton and Tom Belgiovene.
The Bowling Tip By Mike Luongo
We continue this week with our tips on Bowling Ball Maintenance for all types of bowling balls and this week we address the topic of extracting oil from your bowling ball.
As far as extracting oil, the key is to not also extract the reactive chemicals. This is why each bowling ball manufacturer recommends a different method and this should be followed.
Any Brunswick made ball, (Morich, Lane # 1) can be heated up to 130 degrees but a "revivor oven" should be used for this purpose.
Balls made by Ebonite should not be heated, they should be taken to a pro shop that carries a product called "Hook Again" for a procedure that takes 24 hours. B alls made by Columbia (Track, AMF, Early Morich) also should not be heated because they require a product called CPR.
This product is for sale in Pro Shops and is sold for consumer use. It's recommended use is for one hour. Storm made balls (Roto Grip, Circle) also should not be heated. These covers are easily maintained by using Storm Reacta Clean of Black Rejuvenator Cleaner made by Ultimate Bowling Products. This product can also be used by any bowler using a locker in a bowling center to clean the ball after each use to prevent oil build up. This product should be available in your local pro shop.
Remember, your ball will treat you as well as you treat it and it will continue to perform for many games if properly maintained. Any questions, please feel free to email me at the below address.
Mike Luongo is technically certified through IBPSIA as a Pro Shop Operator and Teacher. He is also a Silver Level Coach with the USBC and is also the Northeast Technical Advisor for the Morich Bowling Ball Company (Morich Enterprises, Inc.). Mike is also a member of the Brunswick Pro Shop Staff. 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 Outlook
Did you ever realize that bowling is healthy.
Here are some interesting facts about bowling.
The average adult bowler burns 240 calories per hour.
Three games of bowling equals walking one mile.
Bowlers use 134 muscles during the basic 4-step approach.
An average bowler swings 864 pounds full circle in a 3 game series.
Bowling is a weight bearing sport which helps build strong healthy bones.
Bowling requires mental focus and helps to develop that discipline.
Bowling provides an exercise option for those with physical limitations.
We thank John Berglund, Executive Director of the Bowling Proprietors Association of America for those very interesting facts,
Just a reminder to our readers that if you do not see coverage of the PBA or other bowling organizations and leagues in our newspaper column you will find it all on our Web BLOG.
This column is written by Bowling Highlights Columnist and Consultant to the professional sport of bowling Ed Townsend. Ed is also president of the Northeast Bowling Writers Association. If you have a topic that would make good reading or have league scores, standings or tournament information, please call Ed at 845-439-8177 or send an email to bowlgolfect1@yahoo.com Please visit our Web BLOG at http://bght.blogspot,com
Local Scores
Fox Bowling Center
Recent highlight scores in the Tuesday Women's Early Birds league include a 220 and 563 by Sally Ballard, Anne Couse 198, 546, Jennifer Raymond 190, 196, 542, Linda Ferris 187, 189, 533, Kathleen Maltese 205, 525 and Tammy Kane 189, 508.
In the Wednesday Men's Independent league Rod Pudney scored a 214, 278, 279, 771, Donald Marino 243, 211, 265, 719, Frank Couse 236, 200, 280, 716, Lee Stanton 268, 266, 715, Hank Whitmore 244, 222, 650, Bill Gleim 195, 248, 206, 649, Robert Johnson 278, 201, 648, Richard Layton 246, 634, Dan Wormuth 219, 210, 201, 630, Art Gately 238, 199, 624, Jonathon Wayne 201, 222, 615Pat Kille 205, 203, 203, 611, Brian Robinson 204, 215, 610, Cecil Spencer 240, 602, Brandon MacDonald 222, 197, 601, Richard Price 232, Mitch Persbacker 230, Glenn Bowker 225 and Jerry Kulakosky 246.
In the Thursday Men's Deposit National league Shane Merwin scored a 226, 235, 264, 725, Robert Johnson 290, 212,696, Paul Fritz 200, 237, 256, 693, Andrew Bullis 202, 238, 233, 673, Harry Triebe Sr. 216, 277, 673, Jeff Curtis 228, 224, 640, Lee Stanton 205, 238, 635, Ray Cornwell 212, 234, 629, Al Bullis Jr. 249, 216, 611Paul Ignatovich 215, 213, 611, Cody Conway 255, 607, Gino Jones 215, 601 and Harold Morgan 246.
In the Friday Couples league Howard Couse scored a 197, 235, 249, 681, Brian Tiffany 220, 265, 671, Robert Ellis 222, 231, 212, 665, Matthew Johnson 247, 216, 652, Andy Bullis 205, 235, 200, 640, Bill Gleim 235, 613, Jason Mead 222, 225, 607, Dan Wormuth 222, Gary Resti 226, Michelle Wormuth 190, 506, Catherine Reati 109 and Sandy Winans 194. .
Callicoon Lanes
Recent highlight scores in the Monday Hortonville Ladies league include a 199 for Opal Hocker, Judy :Mohn 184, Leslie Knickerbocker 191, Robin Luckey 194, Pat Peters 180, Rebecca Rhodes 196, 506, Debbie Schick 183, Julie Burlingame 210 and Debra Loughrey 181.
In the Tuesday Delaware Valley Men's league Gary Brockner scored a 202, Mark Schriber 211, Jon Duffy 201, Mark Herbert 225, 202, Ken Darling 195, Charles Reichenbeck 199, Jon Wayne 191, 217, Karl Adams 205, Mark Hawley 199, Mike Cole 214, 196, Brian Starr 212, 230, Joseph Gager 242, Tom Schultz 224, 194, 606, Mark Garro 195, Gary Erlwein 194, Steve Lagoda 202 and Justin Lopez 204.,
In the Wednesday Business Mixed league Mike Beseth scored a 257, 204, Bruce Rutledge 195, Scott Austin 220, Phil Jacobi 221, Shirley Townsend 183, John Fink 215, Ed Townsend 199, Tom Skiff Jr. 219, John Hoffmann 210, 198, Alan Hendrickson 200 and Roger Widmann 237, 603.
Kiamesha Lanes
Recent highlight scores in the Monday Men's league include a 227 by Nate Sanders, David Graham 204, Mike Mulligan 202, Dan Ricco 225, 214, 220, 659, Mike Weiner 205, 234, 627, JohnHoffmann 225, 223, 633, Walt Edwards 234, 223, 218, 675, Tom Belgiovene 211, 210, 611, Paul Minton 205, 253, 241, 699, Keith Shaddock 232, 577, Mike Cardo 246, 233, 618, Jim Frost 235, Francisco Martinez 202, Mike Mason 213, John Fischer 205, 203, 601, Art Stevens 225, Chris Marler 235, 210, 208, 653, Paul Durland 197, 200, 215, 612, Donald Durland 216, 279, 221, 716, Mark Wegener 256, 269, 225, 750, Bobby Cooper 195, 212, 601, Al Caycho 213, 200, 212, 625, Jack Moylan 195, 235, 602, Rob Sze 199, 223, James Ratner 226, 202, 619, Kort Wheeler 249, 604, Frank Scuderi 204, Jaryl Scott 206, 239, 223, 668, Walter Coskey 207, Eddie Lake 299, 279, 236, 814 and Rickey Lake 224, 221, 611.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league Donald Durland scored a 277, 235, 700, Matt Cooper 195, 233, 269, 697, John Hoffmann 215, 248, 203, 666, George Kelley 204, 247, 610, Russ Keesler 216, 196, 195, 607, Roy Karpp 212, 215, Bob Yakin Sr. 222, 210, Ed Guthrie 204, Cecil Walters 215, 204, Larry Berens 200, 208, 587, Kris Gwiozdowskui 235, Rob Keesler 221, Kevin Stackhouse 199, John Cascone 200, Debbie Durland 195, 214, 277, 686, Barbara Yeomans 199, 221, 588, Leanne Mangabang 212, 538, Mary Lee Williams 183, 190, 531, Carol MacAdam 210, 530, Dorian Jennings 183, 192, 530, Andrea Grossman 203, 523, Cara Brighton 198, 510, Joan Lake 507, Roberta Yakin 192, 501 and Lisa Cartwright 194.
In the Wednesday Men's league Rich Hendricks scored a 210, 245, 629, Pedro Agapito 195, Dan Ricco 213, Al Caycho 214, Mike Weiner 233, 269, 222, 724, Dale Sonnenschein 200, Art Eggleton 196, Tom Belgiovene 208, 244, 203, 655, Vinnie Collura 226, Paul Minton 242, Walt Edwards 277, 621, Donald Durland 236, 214, 642, Mark Wegener 245, 235, 199, 679, Eddie Lake 263, 209, 259, 731, Roy Sweeney 221, 214, Josh Strang 203, Glenn Fraser 212, Frank Gerow Jr. 256, 619, Bill Danchak 195, 198, Frank DiCostanzo 201, George Battle 198, 211, 248, 657, Larry Berens 195, Dean Shattuck 213, Ed Guthrie 220, Al Frangipane 215, 225, 632, John Cascone 210, Angel Rodriguez 200, 233, 218, 651, Derwin Rivera 202 and David Graham 195, 223.
In the Thursday Ladies league Mardette Wilcox scored a 193, 185, 213, 591, Lisa Cartwright 186, 190, 525, Pat Gibson 198, 511, Cheryl Neist 181, Barbara Neist 199, 217, 588, Camille Carpinone 187, Laurie Santulli 185Debbie Castillo 505, Jamie Decker 187 and Joan Lake 201, 514.
In the Saturday Morning Youth leagues, in the Pee Wees division Abigail Rustic scored a 65. In the Bantams division Nathaniel Goldsmith scored 90 and Parth Patel 80. In the Preps division Sarah Bogursky scored 102, Chase Israel 101, Tyler Bruderman 90, 91, Rup Patel 124, 161, Jared Friedman 122, 124, 140, Trevor Scott 98, 118, Michael Hope 105, Meaghan McCormack 126, 126 and Sarah Durland 132. In the Jr./Majors division Cori Natale scored 164, James Durland 265, Francis Henderson 143, Kishan Patel 145, Michael Scuderi 132, Kristy Zeininger 131, Megan Gerow 172, 168, Daniel Van Aken 193, 246, 193 for a 632 series, Scott Bock 215, 244, Briana DeGraw 165, 142, Nick Price 165, Shavani Patel 162, Kerri Fraser 143 and Shane Driever 142.
Youth bowling and getting youngsters to learn the game at an early age is important to the future growth of this great sport. and even the professional bowlers adhere to this concept.
While at the Etonic Championship PBA Tour stop at Cheektowaga near Buffalo several weeks ago we again met up with old friends, Parker Bohn III and wife Leslie and during a break between Rounds 16 and 8 Leslie took the children down to one end of the AMF Thruway Lanes.
The interest these youth have in the game was amazing.
One might think that with traveling with mom and dad and being in and out of many different bowling establishments on a weekly basis that bowling might not be of interest to the Bohn children.
Dad Parker Bohn III has been a member of the PBA since 1984 and his following the 2006-07 tour he is presently ranked number 7 in the world point rankings.
Parker certainly knows the game with 76 career PBA 300 games.
In 2006-07 he had another solid season despite not winning a title for the second straight year....finishing seventh, the highest of a non title winner.
The Bohn children certainly have a lot to be proud of as Parker owns 30 career Denny's PBA Tour titles, has made 284 match play appearances, owns 16 PBA Regional tour titles and has earned $2,607,916 in career PBA winnings, which ranks third all-time.
Parker was named Player of the Year in 1999, 2001 and 2002 and was voted into the PBA Hall of Fame in 2000.
In the ladder part of the afternoon Parker and Leslie can be heard saying to their children, "it's nap time," and its off to their motor home usually parked in the rear of the bowling establishment.
But after their nap the Bohn children want to go bowling and they certainly show their enthusiasm for the game.
Hoffmann Scores Big 815 Series Nov. 19
"Little Lefty" John Hoffmann of Monticello scored a 815 series on November 19 in the Monday Men's league at Kiamesha Lanes.
His series consisted of games of 252, 276 and 287.
John bowls on the Coldwell Bankers team with teammates Walt Edwards, Paul Minton and Tom Belgiovene.
The Bowling Tip By Mike Luongo
We continue this week with our tips on Bowling Ball Maintenance for all types of bowling balls and this week we address the topic of extracting oil from your bowling ball.
As far as extracting oil, the key is to not also extract the reactive chemicals. This is why each bowling ball manufacturer recommends a different method and this should be followed.
Any Brunswick made ball, (Morich, Lane # 1) can be heated up to 130 degrees but a "revivor oven" should be used for this purpose.
Balls made by Ebonite should not be heated, they should be taken to a pro shop that carries a product called "Hook Again" for a procedure that takes 24 hours. B alls made by Columbia (Track, AMF, Early Morich) also should not be heated because they require a product called CPR.
This product is for sale in Pro Shops and is sold for consumer use. It's recommended use is for one hour. Storm made balls (Roto Grip, Circle) also should not be heated. These covers are easily maintained by using Storm Reacta Clean of Black Rejuvenator Cleaner made by Ultimate Bowling Products. This product can also be used by any bowler using a locker in a bowling center to clean the ball after each use to prevent oil build up. This product should be available in your local pro shop.
Remember, your ball will treat you as well as you treat it and it will continue to perform for many games if properly maintained. Any questions, please feel free to email me at the below address.
Mike Luongo is technically certified through IBPSIA as a Pro Shop Operator and Teacher. He is also a Silver Level Coach with the USBC and is also the Northeast Technical Advisor for the Morich Bowling Ball Company (Morich Enterprises, Inc.). Mike is also a member of the Brunswick Pro Shop Staff. 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 Outlook
Did you ever realize that bowling is healthy.
Here are some interesting facts about bowling.
The average adult bowler burns 240 calories per hour.
Three games of bowling equals walking one mile.
Bowlers use 134 muscles during the basic 4-step approach.
An average bowler swings 864 pounds full circle in a 3 game series.
Bowling is a weight bearing sport which helps build strong healthy bones.
Bowling requires mental focus and helps to develop that discipline.
Bowling provides an exercise option for those with physical limitations.
We thank John Berglund, Executive Director of the Bowling Proprietors Association of America for those very interesting facts,
Just a reminder to our readers that if you do not see coverage of the PBA or other bowling organizations and leagues in our newspaper column you will find it all on our Web BLOG.
This column is written by Bowling Highlights Columnist and Consultant to the professional sport of bowling Ed Townsend. Ed is also president of the Northeast Bowling Writers Association. If you have a topic that would make good reading or have league scores, standings or tournament information, please call Ed at 845-439-8177 or send an email to bowlgolfect1@yahoo.com Please visit our Web BLOG at http://bght.blogspot,com
Local Scores
Fox Bowling Center
Recent highlight scores in the Tuesday Women's Early Birds league include a 220 and 563 by Sally Ballard, Anne Couse 198, 546, Jennifer Raymond 190, 196, 542, Linda Ferris 187, 189, 533, Kathleen Maltese 205, 525 and Tammy Kane 189, 508.
In the Wednesday Men's Independent league Rod Pudney scored a 214, 278, 279, 771, Donald Marino 243, 211, 265, 719, Frank Couse 236, 200, 280, 716, Lee Stanton 268, 266, 715, Hank Whitmore 244, 222, 650, Bill Gleim 195, 248, 206, 649, Robert Johnson 278, 201, 648, Richard Layton 246, 634, Dan Wormuth 219, 210, 201, 630, Art Gately 238, 199, 624, Jonathon Wayne 201, 222, 615Pat Kille 205, 203, 203, 611, Brian Robinson 204, 215, 610, Cecil Spencer 240, 602, Brandon MacDonald 222, 197, 601, Richard Price 232, Mitch Persbacker 230, Glenn Bowker 225 and Jerry Kulakosky 246.
In the Thursday Men's Deposit National league Shane Merwin scored a 226, 235, 264, 725, Robert Johnson 290, 212,696, Paul Fritz 200, 237, 256, 693, Andrew Bullis 202, 238, 233, 673, Harry Triebe Sr. 216, 277, 673, Jeff Curtis 228, 224, 640, Lee Stanton 205, 238, 635, Ray Cornwell 212, 234, 629, Al Bullis Jr. 249, 216, 611Paul Ignatovich 215, 213, 611, Cody Conway 255, 607, Gino Jones 215, 601 and Harold Morgan 246.
In the Friday Couples league Howard Couse scored a 197, 235, 249, 681, Brian Tiffany 220, 265, 671, Robert Ellis 222, 231, 212, 665, Matthew Johnson 247, 216, 652, Andy Bullis 205, 235, 200, 640, Bill Gleim 235, 613, Jason Mead 222, 225, 607, Dan Wormuth 222, Gary Resti 226, Michelle Wormuth 190, 506, Catherine Reati 109 and Sandy Winans 194. .
Callicoon Lanes
Recent highlight scores in the Monday Hortonville Ladies league include a 199 for Opal Hocker, Judy :Mohn 184, Leslie Knickerbocker 191, Robin Luckey 194, Pat Peters 180, Rebecca Rhodes 196, 506, Debbie Schick 183, Julie Burlingame 210 and Debra Loughrey 181.
In the Tuesday Delaware Valley Men's league Gary Brockner scored a 202, Mark Schriber 211, Jon Duffy 201, Mark Herbert 225, 202, Ken Darling 195, Charles Reichenbeck 199, Jon Wayne 191, 217, Karl Adams 205, Mark Hawley 199, Mike Cole 214, 196, Brian Starr 212, 230, Joseph Gager 242, Tom Schultz 224, 194, 606, Mark Garro 195, Gary Erlwein 194, Steve Lagoda 202 and Justin Lopez 204.,
In the Wednesday Business Mixed league Mike Beseth scored a 257, 204, Bruce Rutledge 195, Scott Austin 220, Phil Jacobi 221, Shirley Townsend 183, John Fink 215, Ed Townsend 199, Tom Skiff Jr. 219, John Hoffmann 210, 198, Alan Hendrickson 200 and Roger Widmann 237, 603.
Kiamesha Lanes
Recent highlight scores in the Monday Men's league include a 227 by Nate Sanders, David Graham 204, Mike Mulligan 202, Dan Ricco 225, 214, 220, 659, Mike Weiner 205, 234, 627, JohnHoffmann 225, 223, 633, Walt Edwards 234, 223, 218, 675, Tom Belgiovene 211, 210, 611, Paul Minton 205, 253, 241, 699, Keith Shaddock 232, 577, Mike Cardo 246, 233, 618, Jim Frost 235, Francisco Martinez 202, Mike Mason 213, John Fischer 205, 203, 601, Art Stevens 225, Chris Marler 235, 210, 208, 653, Paul Durland 197, 200, 215, 612, Donald Durland 216, 279, 221, 716, Mark Wegener 256, 269, 225, 750, Bobby Cooper 195, 212, 601, Al Caycho 213, 200, 212, 625, Jack Moylan 195, 235, 602, Rob Sze 199, 223, James Ratner 226, 202, 619, Kort Wheeler 249, 604, Frank Scuderi 204, Jaryl Scott 206, 239, 223, 668, Walter Coskey 207, Eddie Lake 299, 279, 236, 814 and Rickey Lake 224, 221, 611.
In the Tuesday Mixed Firefighters league Donald Durland scored a 277, 235, 700, Matt Cooper 195, 233, 269, 697, John Hoffmann 215, 248, 203, 666, George Kelley 204, 247, 610, Russ Keesler 216, 196, 195, 607, Roy Karpp 212, 215, Bob Yakin Sr. 222, 210, Ed Guthrie 204, Cecil Walters 215, 204, Larry Berens 200, 208, 587, Kris Gwiozdowskui 235, Rob Keesler 221, Kevin Stackhouse 199, John Cascone 200, Debbie Durland 195, 214, 277, 686, Barbara Yeomans 199, 221, 588, Leanne Mangabang 212, 538, Mary Lee Williams 183, 190, 531, Carol MacAdam 210, 530, Dorian Jennings 183, 192, 530, Andrea Grossman 203, 523, Cara Brighton 198, 510, Joan Lake 507, Roberta Yakin 192, 501 and Lisa Cartwright 194.
In the Wednesday Men's league Rich Hendricks scored a 210, 245, 629, Pedro Agapito 195, Dan Ricco 213, Al Caycho 214, Mike Weiner 233, 269, 222, 724, Dale Sonnenschein 200, Art Eggleton 196, Tom Belgiovene 208, 244, 203, 655, Vinnie Collura 226, Paul Minton 242, Walt Edwards 277, 621, Donald Durland 236, 214, 642, Mark Wegener 245, 235, 199, 679, Eddie Lake 263, 209, 259, 731, Roy Sweeney 221, 214, Josh Strang 203, Glenn Fraser 212, Frank Gerow Jr. 256, 619, Bill Danchak 195, 198, Frank DiCostanzo 201, George Battle 198, 211, 248, 657, Larry Berens 195, Dean Shattuck 213, Ed Guthrie 220, Al Frangipane 215, 225, 632, John Cascone 210, Angel Rodriguez 200, 233, 218, 651, Derwin Rivera 202 and David Graham 195, 223.
In the Thursday Ladies league Mardette Wilcox scored a 193, 185, 213, 591, Lisa Cartwright 186, 190, 525, Pat Gibson 198, 511, Cheryl Neist 181, Barbara Neist 199, 217, 588, Camille Carpinone 187, Laurie Santulli 185Debbie Castillo 505, Jamie Decker 187 and Joan Lake 201, 514.
In the Saturday Morning Youth leagues, in the Pee Wees division Abigail Rustic scored a 65. In the Bantams division Nathaniel Goldsmith scored 90 and Parth Patel 80. In the Preps division Sarah Bogursky scored 102, Chase Israel 101, Tyler Bruderman 90, 91, Rup Patel 124, 161, Jared Friedman 122, 124, 140, Trevor Scott 98, 118, Michael Hope 105, Meaghan McCormack 126, 126 and Sarah Durland 132. In the Jr./Majors division Cori Natale scored 164, James Durland 265, Francis Henderson 143, Kishan Patel 145, Michael Scuderi 132, Kristy Zeininger 131, Megan Gerow 172, 168, Daniel Van Aken 193, 246, 193 for a 632 series, Scott Bock 215, 244, Briana DeGraw 165, 142, Nick Price 165, Shavani Patel 162, Kerri Fraser 143 and Shane Driever 142.
Professional Bowlers Association
Professional Bowlers Association
VERNON HILLS, Ill. – A tearful Robert Smith could hardly express Sunday how much his first Denny’s Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Tour title in almost four years meant to him.
Smith captured his seventh career title and his first since 2004, defeating a pesky Brad Angelo, 223-205, to win the 2007 CLR Windy City Classic at Hawthorn Lanes.
Smith missed almost the entire 2006-07 season due to a painful hip injury which left him unable to walk for two months. A year’s worth of recovery, hard work and a ball company change led Smith back to a place some thought he might never return.
“The pain, the hip problem, taking the year off… all of it,” Smith said, choking back tears. “All the hard work I put in, it was all worth it. It’s a relief just to come back and bowl. The win is a bonus. I really think it’s the start of a new era for me.”
Known on Tour as “Maximum Bob” because of his ball speed and rev rate which are the highest on Tour, Smith slowed things down all week due to the challenging Shark oil pattern, then on Sunday stood as far left as he could and launched the ball over the gutter cap, throwing the ball 14 feet in the air down the 60-foot lane.
“That’s my trick and the guys all know it,” Smith said. “The ball can’t hook in the air.”
The move resulted in a solid game against Angelo, who was coming off a 162-151 win over Chris Barnes in the semifinal in what was the third-lowest combined score in a televised match in Denny’s PBA Tour history. Smith used a key four-bagger in the fifth through eighth frames to take control of the title match and his nine-spare in the ninth frame all but ended it.
Angelo came in as the No. 5 seed and was winless in 103 career events, but looked destined to finally break through with his first victory. He looked unstoppable in defeating No. 4 Ritchie Allen, 265-168, and No. 3 Mika Koivuniemi, 256-233, before he and Barnes got locked into an ugly match.
The two combined for seven splits and seven open frames, with Barnes accounting for five of the splits. The last came in the 10th frame when Barnes could have struck out to win the match, but he left the 6-7 split and opened, and Angelo marked in the 10th to win. The 162 gave Angelo the third-lowest winning score on TV in history.
Smith (Captain Cook, Hawaii) took home $25,000 for the win and an exemption for the 2008-09 season, while Angelo (Lockport, N.Y.) earned $13,000 for second. Barnes (Double Oak, Texas) took home $6,500 for third, Koivuniemi (Hartland, Mich.) earned $5,500 for fourth while Allen (Columbia, S.C.) earned $5,000 for fifth.
The Denny’s PBA Tour heads to Wyoming, Mich., next week for the 2007 Great Lakes Classic at Spectrum Lanes, Nov. 28–Dec. 2. The live ESPN televised finals take place Sunday, Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. EST. The event also marks the fourth and final PBA Women’s Series event, the title match of which will take place during the live ESPN televised finals.
Denny’s PBA Tour
2007 CLR Windy City Classic
Hawthorn Lanes
Vernon Hills, Ill.
Sunday, Nov. 25
CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND
Pos. Name, hometown Total/Games Money
1. Robert Smith, Captain Cook, Hawaii 233 (1 game) $25,000
2. Brad Angelo, Lockport, N.Y. 888 (4 games) $13,000
3. Chris Barnes, Double Oak, Texas 151 (1 game) $6,500
4. Mika Koivuniemi, Hartland, Mich. 233 (1 game) $5,500
5. Ritchie Allen, Columbia, S.C. 168 (1 game) $5,000
SCORES – In the first match, Angelo def. Allen, 265-168; in the second match, Angelo def. Koivuniemi, 256-233; in the third match, Angelo def. Barnes, 162-151; and in the final, Smith def. Angelo, 223-205.
This is Smith’s seventh career Denny’s PBA Tour title.
VERNON HILLS, Ill. – A tearful Robert Smith could hardly express Sunday how much his first Denny’s Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Tour title in almost four years meant to him.
Smith captured his seventh career title and his first since 2004, defeating a pesky Brad Angelo, 223-205, to win the 2007 CLR Windy City Classic at Hawthorn Lanes.
Smith missed almost the entire 2006-07 season due to a painful hip injury which left him unable to walk for two months. A year’s worth of recovery, hard work and a ball company change led Smith back to a place some thought he might never return.
“The pain, the hip problem, taking the year off… all of it,” Smith said, choking back tears. “All the hard work I put in, it was all worth it. It’s a relief just to come back and bowl. The win is a bonus. I really think it’s the start of a new era for me.”
Known on Tour as “Maximum Bob” because of his ball speed and rev rate which are the highest on Tour, Smith slowed things down all week due to the challenging Shark oil pattern, then on Sunday stood as far left as he could and launched the ball over the gutter cap, throwing the ball 14 feet in the air down the 60-foot lane.
“That’s my trick and the guys all know it,” Smith said. “The ball can’t hook in the air.”
The move resulted in a solid game against Angelo, who was coming off a 162-151 win over Chris Barnes in the semifinal in what was the third-lowest combined score in a televised match in Denny’s PBA Tour history. Smith used a key four-bagger in the fifth through eighth frames to take control of the title match and his nine-spare in the ninth frame all but ended it.
Angelo came in as the No. 5 seed and was winless in 103 career events, but looked destined to finally break through with his first victory. He looked unstoppable in defeating No. 4 Ritchie Allen, 265-168, and No. 3 Mika Koivuniemi, 256-233, before he and Barnes got locked into an ugly match.
The two combined for seven splits and seven open frames, with Barnes accounting for five of the splits. The last came in the 10th frame when Barnes could have struck out to win the match, but he left the 6-7 split and opened, and Angelo marked in the 10th to win. The 162 gave Angelo the third-lowest winning score on TV in history.
Smith (Captain Cook, Hawaii) took home $25,000 for the win and an exemption for the 2008-09 season, while Angelo (Lockport, N.Y.) earned $13,000 for second. Barnes (Double Oak, Texas) took home $6,500 for third, Koivuniemi (Hartland, Mich.) earned $5,500 for fourth while Allen (Columbia, S.C.) earned $5,000 for fifth.
The Denny’s PBA Tour heads to Wyoming, Mich., next week for the 2007 Great Lakes Classic at Spectrum Lanes, Nov. 28–Dec. 2. The live ESPN televised finals take place Sunday, Dec. 2 at 1 p.m. EST. The event also marks the fourth and final PBA Women’s Series event, the title match of which will take place during the live ESPN televised finals.
Denny’s PBA Tour
2007 CLR Windy City Classic
Hawthorn Lanes
Vernon Hills, Ill.
Sunday, Nov. 25
CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND
Pos. Name, hometown Total/Games Money
1. Robert Smith, Captain Cook, Hawaii 233 (1 game) $25,000
2. Brad Angelo, Lockport, N.Y. 888 (4 games) $13,000
3. Chris Barnes, Double Oak, Texas 151 (1 game) $6,500
4. Mika Koivuniemi, Hartland, Mich. 233 (1 game) $5,500
5. Ritchie Allen, Columbia, S.C. 168 (1 game) $5,000
SCORES – In the first match, Angelo def. Allen, 265-168; in the second match, Angelo def. Koivuniemi, 256-233; in the third match, Angelo def. Barnes, 162-151; and in the final, Smith def. Angelo, 223-205.
This is Smith’s seventh career Denny’s PBA Tour title.
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Holiday Carts Macy's Wings
Catch The Breeze with these beautiful hanging Macy's Wings is one of the most interesting displays we have seen in a long time. They are on display for sale by Rick Reilingh at the Hudson Valley Mall in Kingston. They make an attractive gift or one you will enjoy hanging on the outside of your porch waiting for a gentle breeze so that they can show off their beauty. Rick also sells many Sports Fan items and he can be reached at 845-657-7139 or at rickreigh@gmail.comSunday, November 25, 2007
Here & There Column 11-27-07
Johnny Maestro and several members of his band "The Brooklyn Bridge."Maestro Just Great At the Paramount
Johnny Maestro and The Brooklyn Bridge played the historic Paramount Theatre in Middletown on Friday night November 16 to what appeared to be an older crowd who had lots of great memories of this group that spans virtually the entire rock era.
The crowd was enthusiastic and knowledgeable as they applauded Maestro and his great hits including "Sixteen Candles", "The Angels Listened In" and "The Worst That Could Happen."
It began in the latter half of the 50's, as the marriage of swing, blues and country music was giving birth to rock n' roll and itcontinues today, with The Brooklyn Bridge, through new recordings and in one of the strongest and most popular stage shows available.
In their Friday night appearance at the Paramount The Bridge took the audience on a tour through history of the band and its members and also offered a glimpse of its current musical direction all while showcasting the power and artistry of the incomparable Johnny Maestro.
The man and his great band still have it folks, he can still reach those high notes with perfection and we complment the Historic Paramount Theatre for bringing great acts like this to the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountain area.
It was healthy to see some white haired heads bobbin to the beat of this music and it clearly fits in with the old saying "there may be snow on the roof but there's a fire in the furnace."
What a great facility the now historic Paramount Theater is. It looked like every seat in the audience was a good seat and the theatre also features a balcony with a total buidling capaticy of 1,095.
The Paramount was first opened on June 12, 1930 and after a succession of operators over the years it closed in 1978 and the City of Middletown took ownership of the theatre for back taxes in February 1979.
In January of 1984 the City of Middletown sold it to the Art Council of Orange County who restored the theatre and opened it as a Performing Art Center in September 1985.
Thousands who have attended performances at the Paramount give both the theatre and the Art Council of Orange County rave reviews.
One show not to miss is the upcoming "All New Jimmy Sturr Holiday Spectacular" with special guests including the fabulous Mills Brothers on December 1 at 3 p.m. Reservations can be made at 346-4195 or by visiting their website at http://www.middletownparamount.com/
Johnny Maestro and The Brooklyn Bridge played the historic Paramount Theatre in Middletown on Friday night November 16 to what appeared to be an older crowd who had lots of great memories of this group that spans virtually the entire rock era.
The crowd was enthusiastic and knowledgeable as they applauded Maestro and his great hits including "Sixteen Candles", "The Angels Listened In" and "The Worst That Could Happen."
It began in the latter half of the 50's, as the marriage of swing, blues and country music was giving birth to rock n' roll and itcontinues today, with The Brooklyn Bridge, through new recordings and in one of the strongest and most popular stage shows available.
In their Friday night appearance at the Paramount The Bridge took the audience on a tour through history of the band and its members and also offered a glimpse of its current musical direction all while showcasting the power and artistry of the incomparable Johnny Maestro.
The man and his great band still have it folks, he can still reach those high notes with perfection and we complment the Historic Paramount Theatre for bringing great acts like this to the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountain area.
It was healthy to see some white haired heads bobbin to the beat of this music and it clearly fits in with the old saying "there may be snow on the roof but there's a fire in the furnace."
What a great facility the now historic Paramount Theater is. It looked like every seat in the audience was a good seat and the theatre also features a balcony with a total buidling capaticy of 1,095.
The Paramount was first opened on June 12, 1930 and after a succession of operators over the years it closed in 1978 and the City of Middletown took ownership of the theatre for back taxes in February 1979.
In January of 1984 the City of Middletown sold it to the Art Council of Orange County who restored the theatre and opened it as a Performing Art Center in September 1985.
Thousands who have attended performances at the Paramount give both the theatre and the Art Council of Orange County rave reviews.
One show not to miss is the upcoming "All New Jimmy Sturr Holiday Spectacular" with special guests including the fabulous Mills Brothers on December 1 at 3 p.m. Reservations can be made at 346-4195 or by visiting their website at http://www.middletownparamount.com/
Tuesday, November 20, 2007
Bowling Highlights Column 11-23-07
Eddie Lake Bowls his third 300 game this 2007-08 bowling season. 
30-Career Denny's PBA tour title champion Parker Bohn III and wife Leslie of Jackson, New Jersey make sure their children get regular practice. Here they are at the Denny's Etonic tour stop at Cheektowaga near Buffalo several weeks ago. They are from the left, 21-month old Sydney, 4-year-old Justin and 3-year-old Brandon.
Michael Haugen Jr. and Joy Esterson won titles in the 2007 Lake Country Indiana Classic at Stardust Bowl !!. Esterson defeated Liz Johnson 10-7. ina one-ball roll off after they tied at 226. Haugen defeated SWes Malott, 247,239.
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