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Vol. 72 No. 15 June 15 - 21, 2011 50 cents

Historic Day for New Yorks Bowlers

SYRACUSE The future of organized bowling in New York took an historic turn when the three United States Bowling Congress state associations became unified under the New York State USBC, Inc., banner. The organizational meeting of the new merged asso ciation was June 11 at the Carrier Circle Hotel (formerly Holiday Inn). The NYS USBC now consists of the Empire State USBC Bowling Association, the New York State USBC Womens Bowling Association and the New York State USBC Youth Association, and now serve the states approximately 150,000 USBC-certified bowlers. This is something that weve been looking forward to for several years, said Priscilla Pat Zonneville, president of the NYS USBC Womens Bowling Association and chairperson of the Transition Committee that coordinated the merger effort. I commend the leaders of all three state associations for acting on the vision and working together for the singular purpose of providing outstanding service to our membership. Officers and directors of the three state associations along with representatives of the New York State Bowling Proprietors Association served on the Transition Committee, which developed the New York State USBC bylaws and submitted a slate of officers and directors for the first NYS USBC board. New York State local association representatives were invited to the organizational meeting to approve the bylaws and to vote for officers and directors. The initial NYS Hall of Fame/Awards Dinner honoring recipients from both the mens and womens associations was Saturday evening at the Carrier Circle Hotel. Frank Formicola of Rochester, Marilyn Johnson of Poughkeepsie, Sheila Allen of Peekskill and the late Dick Battista were inducted.

Joe Brulato Blasted 300-830 At Parkway Lanes

ELMWOOD PARK, NJ Joe Brulato earned top honors in the Friday 1050 Major League at Parkway Lanes blasting a 300 game for a high series of 830. Carole Degroot shot 783, Vin Vidovic 782, Tom Redmon and Dom Pace 772, Vic Padilla 300739, Tony Amantea 729, Joe Cossentini 723, Nick Lardieri 715, Chuck Trimblett 714, Chris Clarken 709, Don Heller 708, Joe Bonser and Vin Turano 707, and Mike Salfino 705.

Owen and Wyn Mintz Topped 800 at North Levittown

LEVITTOWN, NY - Two brothers who have been bowling together for 35 years both rolled an 800 series on the same pair of lanes in the Tavern League at North Levittown Lanes. Wyn Mintz had a high game of 290 to highlight his 812 series and Owen Mintz bowled 200 pins over his average and ended the night with an 813 series.For the M & M boys that was a dream come true.

Mike Mc Cabe Tops Essex County USBC BA Championships

By Preston Kirk

Keith Cienki Blasted 781, Stacy Valerius Hit 772 At Holiday Bowl
OAKLAND, NJ - Keith Cienki took the spotlight while rolling in the Wednesday Early Mixed League at Holiday Bowl when he rolled 266-269 en route to the session high 781 set. Stacy Valerius shared the spotlight when she posted 290-268-772 Keith Cienki tossed 266-269781, Ed Casler 287-635, Ray Uhlendorf 266-705, Frank LaRosa, Jr. 259-694, and Mike Fradkin 276-715.

Stephen Brown Rolled 300 At Majestic Lanes

Jeff Volker assistant chairman: John Colgate Jr. tournament manager; Mike Mc Cabe Singles Scratch and All Events Class A winner and John Matthews tournament chairman. WEST ORANGE, NJ - Mike Mc Cabe combined Adam Concepcion posted a 300 game and a 803 scores of 290 803 in the Singles Event and 290- series along with Antonio Valintin Jr. for the top 800 in the Team Event along with 756 in the slot in the Scratch Doubles. Team Mate Antonio Doubles to lead the All Events Class A with Valintin Jr. had a 300 game in another division. 2359 while contesting in the 2011 Essex County Jermaire Jones and James Ocasio also posted 300 USBC BA Championship Tournament held at games in the event. Eagle Rock Lanes. Mike also captured the Singles Scratch Division with the 803 series. SEE ESSEX COUNTY Page 2 HOPELAWN, NJStephen Brown blasted a 300 game along with games of 208 and 278 for a 786 series to lead all bowlers in the Middlesex County Classic League at Majestic Lanes. John Kertesz rolled 288-241258-787 for high series followed by Glenn Mohr, Jr. tossing 279242-253-774, Ken Horvath 258255-256-769, Frank Mortensen 238-278-236-752, Russell Bennett 226-257-268-751, Sean Zeleniak 280-238-229-747, Joe Vaccaro 269-244-226-739, George Mortensen 217-289-225-731, Jason Paro 258-217-246-721, Ken Nagy 235-234-248-717, and Don Richard 235-234-717.

Joe Bruno 825 at Rabs Country Lanes

STATEN ISLAND, NY - Joe Bruno finally crossed the 800 series line for the first time in his bowling career when he posted an 825 series while rolling in the Rabs Scratch Draft Classic League at Rabs Country Lanes. Bruno, a 38 year old with a current 214 average and 4 300s to his name, opened the session with a 247 game then pitched a 289 duplicate to earn the league high 825 set. Keith Wunderlich tossed 216-262-236-766 followed by Ryan Friend with 225-258-255-739, Lou Gaudio 228-234-247-739, Dan Dunleavy 224-236267-728, Rob Taflianetti 212-213-268-728, Bob Butler 215-249-254-723, Matt Koplowitz 227-267708, Joe LaBargo 220-236-224-707, and Frank Mazzella 220-241-210-701.

Steve Friedella Tossed 300 At Hanover Lanes

EAST HANOVER, NJ - Steve Friedella shot his first 300 game and finished the night with a 772 series (300-257-215 ) while competing in the West Essex Mens Thursday Night League at Hanover Lanes, to lead his team, Smashie Smashy, into first place. Other 700 series were posted by Giles Ward with a 726, Edward Matera and Mike Stoyko 716.

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FINAL STANDINGS

June 15 - 21, 2011

Essex County USBC BA Championships

Team Handicap B.O.T.I Essex County BA II Randys Bunch Team Scratch Eliminators Randys Crew Mickey Pro Shop

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Three Affordable Options For Bowlers To Train Like The Pros

ARLINGTON, Texas - The chance for bowlers to hone their skills on the lanes at the International Training and Research Center (ITRC) and have the world-class ITRC staff assist them with their equipment now is available to United States Bowling Congress members through the ITRC Membership Program. Three levels currently are offered through the ITRC Membership Program. Features include time on the lanes, services from the pro shop and a package that includes the use of on-lane training software. "We've had many teams and individuals come to the ITRC for coaching, and the ITRC always is available to USBC members for lessons," ITRC and Team USA head coach Rod Ross said. "However, there are several bowlers who would like to train on the ITRC lanes and patterns, as well as have packages to maintain and service their equipment. With the ITRC Membership Program, bowlers now have more options." Each ITRC Membership Program package offers lane time, two options offer a labor package and a 30-percent discount on lessons, and a third option offers use of the Computer Aided Tracking System (CATS). A labor package includes ball drilling, ball resurfacing or ball rejuvenation. Each tier requires a three-month minimum subscription and renewals also require a three-month minimum. A look at the packages: Tier 1 - Three hours of bowling for the month. Cost $40/month (a $75 value). Tier 2 - Six hours of bowling, one labor package per month and a 30% discount on lessons. Cost $65/month (a $209 value). Tier 3 - Eight hours of bowling, two labor packages per month, one CATS session per month and a 30% discount on lessons. Cost $95/month (a $350 value). Bowlers who would like to upgrade to a higher tier during their subscription period would be required to have a three-month subscription at the new tier. For more information, or to sign up from an ITRC Membership Program package, call 800-7522671 or email training@bowlingITRC.com.

Station Casinos Lanes to Sponsor 50 Years of Womens Pro Bowling Exhibit

10-year agreement forges new partnership with the International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame
The International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame in Arlington, Texas is proud to announce a new long term exclusive naming rights sponsorship for its newest attraction, the 50 Years of Womens Pro Bowling Exhibit, which will open June 29. Station Casinos Lanes Las Vegas, which includes four bowling centers throughout the companys portfolio of casino properties, has stepped up to support the dynamic new exhibit, and has renewed its commitment to partner with bowlings leaders to move the sport forward in the near and distant future. We are so proud to offer our support of this project, said David Garber, Corporate Director of Bowling Sales for Station Casinos. As a top bowler and former Team USA player, Garber has a special affinity for the players who will be honored in the new exhibit. As a bowler, I learned a lot from the women professionals, so it makes me proud for our company to be able to give something back to them by representing Las Vegas, a place where they have had so many exciting events. The agreement also includes a commitment for the IBM / HF to work together with Station to develop national promotions and events that will be very rewarding to everyone in the industry. We couldnt be happier about our new partnership with Station Casinos for the museum and our new exhibit, said IBM / HF Chairman Pat Ciniello. And we are especially proud that it is a long term commitment to the entire industry. We are very excited about what it will bring to bowling in the future. The 50 Years of Womens Pro Bowling Exhibit has been in the planning stages for more than a year, and is currently under construction inside the bowling museum. It will honor women professionals from 1960, when legendary players like Marion Ladewig were showing the world that women could compete and entertain at the highest level, to 2010, when Kelly Kulick knocked down the wall and proved that women could triumph in any arena when she won the PBA Tournament of Champions at Station Casinos Red Rock Lanes. The exhibit will feature graphics honoring the top players from each decade, major events winners, a 50 year timeline, and life the women pros enjoyed off the lanes as ambassadors of the sport. It will also feature interesting artifacts from the tours and players, interactive media with a motion picture about the history, slide shows depicting player and tour images, and a touch screen interactive monitor with information and interesting tourbits from the years when the womens tours were a top attraction. The exhibit will officially open Wednesday, June 29 at 6:30 pm as part of the Bowl Expo Night at the Bowling Campus celebration featuring a special IBM / HF proam at the adjacent International Training and Research Center. Station Casinos Lanes is Americas Premier Bowling Resort Destination in Las Vegas with 18 resort properties including four of the most fantastic bowling centers in the world, featuring 260 lanes. The centers host world class events ranging from televised PBA Tournaments to league and fraternal sweepers. Station Casinos Lanes include Red Rock Lanes, Sunset Station Strike Zone, Texas Star Lanes, and Santa Fe Station Lanes. For more information, visit the website www.stationcasinos.com

Doubles Handicap Doubles Scratch Gary Smith/Amie Banks 1616 AdamConcepcion/AntonioValintin Jr. 1538 Brian.McRae/A.Washington 1589 Albert Grassi/Robert Sperling 1463 Robert Perez/Nicholas Cacio Mike Mc Cabe/Randy Battistus 1459 Singles Handicap Dyshon Coley Arlington King Randall Thompson All Events Class B Brian Mc Rae 1753 Singles Scratch Mike McCabe 803 Dyshon Coley 775 Antonio Valentin Jr 771 All Events Class A Mile Mc Cabe 2359 Rob Sperling 2180 Giles Ward 2170

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Camille McQueen leads Ruby Singles at USBC Women's Championships

Camille McQueen of Long Valley, N.J., vaulted into first place in Ruby Singles at the 2011 United States Bowling Congress Women's Championships on May 30. McQueen rolled games of 230, 204 and 223 for a 657 scratch set at the Oncenter Convention Center in Syracuse, N.Y., and an additional 15 pins of handicap per game lifted her to a 702 handicap total. Renita Merritt of Conyers, Ga., previously held the lead with 681. After bowling under her 165 average in doubles, McQueen noticed other bowlers around her were rolling strikes. That's when the right-hander realized her technique was off. "My ball wasn't finishing," said McQueen, who bowls at Circle Lanes in Ledgewood, N.J. "I was leaving washouts and splits. I couldn't figure out why until I looked around and noticed they were all following through. So I started concentrating on doing that, and it made all the difference in the world." McQueen, a 55-year-old high school chemistry teacher, has never cashed in eight trips to the USBC Women's Championships, and she didn't realize she was in first place until a day later. "We came back the next morning for our bracket money, and we saw the scoreboard," McQueen said. "It was very exciting. I never imagined I'd see my name atop the leaderboard. Not in a million years." McQueen finished with a 505 series in team and 443 in doubles for a 1,605 scratch all-events total and 1,740 with handicap. Andrea Brown of Greensboro, N.C., leads Ruby All-Events with 1,818. The Ruby Division is for bowlers with averages of 150-179, and handicap is 100 percent of 180.

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FARMINGDALE
Dan Levin 768
FARMINGDALE, NY Dan Levin led the scoring in the Thursday 3-Man League firing a 279 game for a high series of 768. Dan Rice rolled 288, Joe Casale 270-719, and Frankie Montgoris 713. In the BVL Tournament at RVC Lanes Farmingdale Lanes had 4 finished in the top 10 Andrew Skorpanic, Bay Stauder and Walter Lacey from the Wednesday Early Men and Clay Hunt from the Late Mixed Friday.

Trevor Bogert 300 at Plaza

MADISON, NJ- Trevor Bogert earned top honors in the Friday Classic League at Plaza Lanes blasting a high game of 300 and a high series of 788. Joe Parisi came close to perfection when he shot a 299 game. Mike Yoboud tossed a 259 game, Mike Hanlein hit 710, Dorey Badolato 689, Stephanie Rahn 286-700, Sue Dobrinsky 267-688, and Joy Wona 219.

Eric Smyth 749

FARMINGDALE, NY Eric Smyth rolled 277-749, and John Sheridan 277-717 in the Friday Late Mixed League. David Brand rolled 280-751 in the Wednesday Party League. Tony Cipriano rolled 751 in the Wednesday Mens League. Kerrick Jones rolled 717 in the Tuesday Early Birds League.

Dan Leedy 738

FARMINGDALE, NY Dan Leedy rolled 279-279-738 in the Monday Half Hollow Hills League. Michael Anspach rolled 279730, Dan Rice 279-710, Andrew Carrig 724, Frankie Montgoris 722, and Jeremy Schaffer 721.

Mike Semancik Jr Rolled 764 At Parkway

Elmwood Park, NJ Mike Semancik Jr. led all pin attackers with scores of 232-275-257 for a strong 764 series to lead an active night of high scorers in the Wednesday, Teterboro Bowling League, at Parkway Lanes. Joe Mercurio rolled another nice series with 290-748 followed by Rich Miller Sr. tossing 248-719, Mike Aiellos246-697, Joe Brulato 264-692, John Dulinski 247-684, and Mark Marton 258666.

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New Brochure Is Online For August Military Handicap Team, Singles & Doubles Tournament!
This summer event has grown in each of its first 3 years and we are expecting another great turnout as plans are now in place for the 4th annual August Military Handicap Team/Singles/Doubles tournament at Sam's Town in Las Vegas! This year's dates are August 22nd - 25th. You can view and print the new brochure now. Visit www.highroller.com or www.militarybowlingchampionships.com. Or, call us toll free at 1-800-257-6179, or click this link http://www.highroller.com/brochures.html. THE FIRST 20 TEAMS ENTERED - EACH PLAYER RECEIVES A FREE HIGH ROLLER WINDBREAKER! Roto Grip is the Presenting Sponsor and will sell high performance balls to the contestants for only $100 each! Then Roto Grip will add money to the purse for each ball sold! The event features 4-person team, singles & doubles. Each team must contain at least 2 members with a military background: Veterans, Retired or Active Duty. Each team can also contain up to 2 spouses, dependants or guests. Each team bowls Team, Doubles & Singles events as part of the $160 per player entry fee. There are re-entry squads available for each event as well so you can mix and match players! Dick Battista There are special prizes for mixed and senior teams and also some scratch prizes as well! There is also an optional All Events purse and Optional Mixed Doubles and Sweepers. Call Sam's Town now to book your room at 1-877-593-5933 and get nightly rates as low as $26! If you are looking to get on a team, call us toll free at 1-800-257-6179 as there are always teams looking for an additional bowler.

AT BALDWIN LANES
Al Atkins 296
BALDWIN, NY Al Atkins, 80 yrs old, blasted a high game of 296 in the Thu. Bowling for Dollars League. John Cardinale rolled 274-775, Tom Cast 256-720, Julian Baker 266-716, Pete Manno 290-703, Pete Sigemann 278-733, Bob Thorme 256-260-744, and Warren Brown 290-723.

Pete Cornell 781

BALDWIN, NY Pete Cornell topped the scoring in the Thu. Major Leaguers League firing games of 287-280 for a high series of 781. Steve Siegel rolled 254-711, Russell Johnson, 244-654, Nick Bois 255, and Jerry Pastore 249.

Pat Bukovsky 723

BALDWIN, NY Pat Bukovsky led the scoring in the Sun. Summer Parent & Child League firing a 254 game for a high series of 723. Vicky Lockwood rolled 266-702, Marty Lohr 245-654, Al Turisi 235-634, and Jose DeFalco 255623. Paul Douglas rolled 245-654 in the Sat. Juniors League.

Pete Slavska 762

BALDWIN, NY Pete Slavska paced the scoring in the Thu. Early Mixed League firing games of 256-267 for a high seires of 762. Paul Hudson rolled 267-733, Charlie Brower 266-728, Bobby Mazzew 279-717, and Ken Harrison 254-670.

Joe Conigliaro 788

BALDWIN, NY Joe Conigliaro topped the scoring in the Tue. Custom Thumbs Invitational League blasting games of 269-279 for a high series of 788. Doug Camarano rolled 266-267755, Bob Thorne 289-267-750, Jonathan Aker 255-266-750, Pete Cornell 290-226-767, Jason Crawford 289-734, and Tom Gehelus 270-267-745. James Borono rolled 256-666, Adam Malave 245-643, and Jennifer Ackerman and Nicole Celauro 233 in the Sun. Summer Parent & Child League. (Junior scores)

Elijah Seabrook 659

BALDWIN, NY In the Mon. Freeport Eagles league Elijah Seabrook shot 255-659, Pete Micca 244, Allan Goodman 234, Petty Atkins 245, and Al Atkins 245.

Ira Brodsky 756

BALDWIN, NY Ira Brodsky led the scoring in the Fri. Mixed DoublesFrank Formicola League firing games of 279-280 for a high series of 756. Charlie Harris shot 267-766, Reggie Thomas 255-723, Crispin Duprey 276-689, Wynelle Jackson 255-677.

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Tony Amantea 757 at Parkway

ELMWOOD PARK, NJ - Tony Amantea led the scoring in the Friday 1050 Major League at Parkway Lanes firing a high series of 757. John Sperone rolled 746, Chuck Trimblett 741, Garry Veneziano 739, Joe Bonser 735, Marty Calia 734, Nick Lardieri 723, Frank Buonanno 721, Joe Cosentini 714, Paul Stuart 712, Vic Padilla 709, Jan Dul and Sal Trabona 704, and Ray Sisco and Vin Turano 702.

PIN POUNDING AT PLAZA

Joe Marchese 279
MADISON, NJ Joe Marchese rolled 279, and Joe Horincewich and Chris Weir 245 in the Morris County Police & Fire League. In another session Dan Pridham rolled 269-633, John Mele 256643, and Mike Jenkins 244-642.

Steve Glunk 277

MADISON, NJ Steve Glunk rolled 277, John Manganiello 268721, Joe Horincewich 265, Mike Yoboud 749, Vinnie Pagnotta 706, Sue Dobrinsky 244-635, and Donna Badolato 222 in the Friday Classic League.

Liesl Apgar 664

MADISON, NJ Liesl Apgar paced the scoring in the Ladies Trio League firing a 236 game for a high series of 664. Jane Inch shot 211-614, and Cindy Heinemeyer 211. In another session Jane Inch shot 244, and Cindy Heinemeyer 242. In the Union Rec League Jane Inch shot 202. Dave Hanft rolled 268-654, Scott Harwood 255, Harry Franz 254, and Joe Parisi 686 in the Tuesday Doubles League. Alice Bednarik rolled 236, Jodi Belli 224, and Lori Pucek 204 in the Chatham Collisionettes League.

Joey Parisi 278

MADISON, NJ Joey Parisi paced the scoring in the Wednesday Trio League firing a high game of 278. Ben Geffken shot 259-709, Oren Warter 255, Jon Russo 693, Sally Lauderdale 225, and Stephanie Rahn 224.

Ian Lerner 277

MADISON, NJ Ian Lerner paced the Thursday Mixed with 277. Trevor Bogert shot 256-688, Travis Wilfong 255-653, Karen Evangelista 235, and Bette Simmons 221. In another session Charles Wilfong shot 255-680, Harry Franz 248-680, Jim Matunas 234, and Craig Swartz 630.

Aaron Shruby 714

MADISON, NJ Aaron Shruby led the scoring in the Wednesday Trio League firing a 276 game for a high series of 714. Calvin Ma rolled 265-686, Dave Krivak 258, Fred Crowell 645, and Sally Lauderdale 210. In the Livingston Business Mens League, Tom Kelin rolled 257, Paul Demyanovich 248, and Billy Piccola 243. In another session Mike Farrell rolled 278-653, Lou Zotti 246, and Paul Demyonovich 238.

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Dave Spano Rolled 277-742 At Montvale Lanes

By Larry Diebner MONTVALE, NJ - Dave Spano fired scores of 277-224-241 for a 742 series to lead all scoring in the Thursday Nite Early Bird League at Montvale Lanes. Bob Oppelt rolled 268-738, Mike Wuhrman 280-726, Ed Kilianski 249-724, Steve Scorzetti 246-717, Nick Hobencamp 248-709, Tom Fojtlin 267-703, Mike Folchi 289-697, and Craig Slawinski 245-693.

Del Ballard Jr., Wayne Webb and Carol Gianotti Elected to USBC Hall of Fame
ARLINGTON, Texas Del Ballard Jr., Wayne Webb and Carol Gianotti have been elected to the United States Bowling Congress Hall of Fame in the Superior Performance category. The three bowlers join Jeff Richgels (Outstanding USBC Performance), Roseann Kuhn (Meritorious Service) and Cheryl Robinson (Veterans), who were elected in November by the USBC Hall of Fame Committee. The induction ceremony for the 2011 class will be July 1 at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center in Grapevine, Texas. Ballard, 47, of Keller, Texas, won 13 Professional Bowlers Association Tour titles between 1987 and 1993, including the USBC Masters in 1988 and the Firestone Tournament of Champions in 1989. He was No. 29 on the list of the 50 Greatest Players in PBA History in 2008. It feels great, and its a little bit of a relief, Ballard said. After being on the ballot and not getting in the last three years, I was wondering if it was ever going to happen, or if maybe I didnt deserve it. I felt like I belonged, but sometimes you have an opinion of yourself that other people may not agree with. Now, this shows that people feel Im deserving, and Im extremely grateful. Being a member of the USBC Hall of Fame has been a dream for Ballard since he watched family friend Bill Lillard Sr. of Houston get inducted in 1972. When Ballard joined the PBA Tour, he set his sights on the PBA Hall of Fame as well. Ballard, who also owns 17 PBA regional titles and nearly $1.3 million in PBA career earnings, made the PBA Hall of Fame in 2009, joined the Dallas USBC BA Hall of Fame later that year and was inducted into the Texas State USBC Hall of Fame in 2010. Also in 2010, he was diagnosed with tonsil cancer but has had successful treatment. In a way, this completes the circle for me, and its a very nice feeling, Ballard said. This is a very uplifting end to an emotional, roller coaster of a year for me. Webb, 53, of Columbus, Ohio, won 20 PBA Tour titles from 1978-1997, including the Firestone Tournament of Champions in 1980. He is among the 50 Greatest Players in PBA History (No. 18) and was elected to the PBA Hall of Fame in 1993. When I got the phone call, I got pretty emotional, and it was actually hard for me not to cry a little bit, Webb said. It came as such a surprise that it overwhelmed me and was hard to process. Of course, its something you always hope for, but I never thought it would happen this soon, if at all. While Webb was a familiar face on the lanes for more than three decades, he renewed his place in the spotlight as a dominating player on the PBA Senior Tour. He was named Rookie of the Year in 2008 and has claimed five titles, including three majors. In 2010, Webb was named PBA Senior Player of the Year and joined Mark Roth as the only players to earn PBA Tour and Senior Tour Player of the Year awards during their careers. When youre out there competing, you can only hope to be considered among the best, said Webb, who was the PBA Player of the Year in 1980. Earning both player-of-the-year awards was something I was proud to accomplish, and being inducted into both halls of fame is incredible. Everyone has a bucket list, and mine is now full. Gianotti, 43, of Perth, Australia, won 16 Ladies Pro Bowlers Tour/ Professional Women's Bowling Association titles between 1989 and 2000, including the 1989 USBC Queens. She teamed with Ann Maree Putney to take the silver medal in doubles at the 2009 World Tenpin Bowling Association World Womens Championships. This feels great, and its something that just tops off my career, Gianotti said. It was a call that I wasnt expecting, especially at a quarter past 5 in the morning, but it was so worth it. Gianotti has been part of three team titles at the USBC Womens Championships and teamed with Missy Klug to take the Scratch Doubles title in 2010. To be recognized for something you love to do and elected to something youve always had as a goal is really special, Gianotti said. Del and I have been talking about this a little bit lately, and now we get to go in together. I wouldnt have it any other way. A USBC panel of veteran bowling writers, hall of famers and board members vote on USBC Hall of Fame nominees. This years ballot also included David Husted, Milwaukie, Ore.; Amleto Monacelli, Barquisimeto, Venezuela; David Ozio, Beaumont, Texas; Tom Baker, King, N.C.; and Dede Davidson, Buellton, Calif. The USBC Hall of Fame was created in 2005 by merging the former ABC and WIBC Halls of Fame. With the six new inductees, there will be 385 members of the USBC Hall of Fame 254 in Performance, 112 in Meritorious Service and 19 Pioneers.

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Rocky Durocher 781 in Montvale Major

By Joe Rizzi MONTVALE, NJ - Rocky Durocher was the high scorer rolling in the Montvale Major League when he tallied an 781 series on games of 245, 280 and 256. His fine effort led GDC Contracting to an 18.5-11.5 victory over BuddiesProShop.com. Larry Toppin bowled 236-244-222-702 for Buddies. Rick Whitlings 769 series, on games of 268, 234 and 267, led GPs Restaurant to a 26-4 rout over West Shore Beauty Salon. Jeff Schusters 235-269-257-761 helped Rite Way defeat CZs Pro Shop, 21-9. Bob Greenwood bowled 265-258-214-737, but despite his effort The Game Zone was defeated by Team Ram Rod, 21-9. Jun Roldan rolled 215-279-237-731 followed by Dave Spano pitching 237-226-258-721, Ron DeLuca 257-227-236-720, Andrew Hedaria 258-259-714, Keith Lee 279-695, Chris Trembath 247-693, Tim Hurd 243-690, Ralph Bernardo 232-690, Joe Romano 256-686, Bob Balzarek 279-684, Ken Demchak 244-681, Jason Von Koester 242-675, Alex Kowalchuk 267-674, Bruce Berger 244-666, Kevin Mahon 239-666, Toto Roldan 236-663, Tony DiPasquale 267-661, Mike Verbitski 227-661 and Dave Hulsizer 234-653.

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June 15 - 21, 2011

THE MAGIC AT MAJESTIC

Eric Oppenheimer 775
HOPELAWN, NJ Eric Oppenheimer topped the scoring in the Madison Park Mens League firing games of 288-219268 for a high series of 775. Ryan Legg shot 244-244-268756, John Roam 247-279-211737, Bob Crandall 255-257-218730, Matthew Manenty 215-251249-715, Jeff Scire 255-223-234712, Jeff Deerr 205-213-269-686, Joe Herber 235-258-685, and Travis Tilley 255-212-213-680.

George Mortensen 762

HOPELAWN, NJ - George Mortensen led the scoring in the Middlesex County Classic League firing games of 257-290-215 for a high series of 762. Stephen Brown rolled 247-277238-762, David Smith 258-226276-760, Sean Zeleniak 266-279212-757, Kevin Mal 246-256-245747, Dorien Soto 276-236-235747, Jason Paro 225-256-269-740, Bill Golden 210-269-255-734, and Dave Sabin 257-257-217-730. John Baginsky rolled 245-245663, Scott Akalewicz 223-246662, Joe Herber 232-201-209-642, and Vinny Medvetz 224-209-635 in the Gemini Towing League.

Drew Rucinski 696

HOPELAWN, NJ - Drew Rucinski led the scoring in the NJ Turnpike League firing games of 238-246-212 for a high series of 696. Michael Morris rolled 221-200238-659, Tony Rigiano 216, and Joyce Ellison 213. Bill Pyrz rolled 246-215-627, John Halliday 245-200-608, and Anthony Scutari 257.

Lee Kay 686

HOPELAWN, NJ - Lee Kay led the scoring in the South Shore League firing games of 228-247211 for a high series of 686. Steve Venito rolled 202-214208-624, Michael Markovicx 245-603, Brian Peccerillo 225, and Tony Perez 209.

Kevin Kennelly 770

HOPELAWN, NJ Kevin Kennelly led the scoring in the Thursday Mixed Nuts League firing games of 245-246-279 for a high series of 770. Don M. Hellhake shot 243-215246-704, Rolando Vazquez 207-235615, and Paul Newman 235-220.

Rocco Fortunato 752

HOPELAWN, NJ Rocco Fortunato led the scoring in the Friday Nite Mixed League firing games of 248-280-224 for a high series of 752. Rob Morris rolled 242-288-727, Gary McGinness 212-278-214704, Eric Haltli 221-265-212-698, Glenn Aiello 276-213-204-693, Tony Tamondong 233-235-202670, and Kenny Anderson 2076243-215-664.

Tom Sharfetz 672

HOPELAWN, NJ In the Avenel Youth League Tom Sharfetz rolled 265-219-672, Christina Minor 226, and DJ Petardi 208. In the Friends & Family League Andre Strazza rolled 237-221635, Ben Martino 244-205, Pete Garcia 212-213, and Linda Lynch 204.

Gabe Ferrari 737

HOPELAWN, NJ Gabe Ferrari led the scoring in the Raritan Bay Mens League firing games of 268-231-238 for a high series of 737. Ed Hayes, Jr. rolled 241-223268-732, Rocco Fortunato 211257-249-717, Frank Kertesz 271255-699, Fabio Messina 244-256683, Nick Cascone 268-200-201669, and Anthony Martino 202253-212-667.

Michael Morris 747

HOPELAWN, NJ Michael Morris led the scoring in the NJ Turnpike League firing games of 233-269-245 for a high series of 747. Tony Rigiano rolled 221-201266-688, Joyce Ellison 234, Brian Turcotte 226, and Andy McConnell 240. In the Monday Madness League Dan DeBenedetto shot 238-225627, Mark Douches 212-209-607, Kevin Adriano 226, and Suzan McGettigan 235.

Alfred Kaufman 664

HOPELAWN, NJAlfred Kaufman led the scoring in the Atlantic City Trios League firing games of 226-235-203 for a high series of 664. Ralph Doerfler rolled 248-223659, Mike Rodriguez 213-232213-658, and Robert Terefenko 228.

Michael Holoka 721

HOPELAWN, NJ Michael Holoka led the His & Hers League with 229-257-235 for a high series of 721. Bill Smith rolled 237-208-636, Tom Poulos 200-217-212-629, Frank Tolocka 214-629, and Beth Ford 215.

Frank Viverito 715

HOPELAWN, NJ Frank Viverito led the Monday Madness League firing games of 256-278 for a high series of 715. Dan DeBenedetto rolled 226213-626, Nick Viverito 213-224617, Kevin Adriano 259-606, and Suzan McGettigan 203. In the Gemini Towing League Vinny Medvetz rolled 258-253699, Joe Herber 233-228-238-699, Scott Akalewicz 235-252-686, Warren Taureck 267-231-682, Joe Britton 290-680, and John Baginsky 224-257-668.

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Vinny Medvetz 696

HOPELAWN, NJ Vinny Medvetz led the scoring in the Thursday Nite Mixed League firing games of 243-241-212 for a high series of 696. Scott Akalewicz rolled 232-217633, Andrew Smith 245-623, Thomas Poulos 224-204-621, and Robin Ball 203-208.