On a warm summer league night in August, 2024 at Clayton Valley Bowl, I witnessed Kelle achieve perfection as he rolled his first 300 game. It was a special night and an incredible accomplishment. I had the pleasure to meet up with Kelle and I asked him about his bowling journey.
Young athletes are all about challenging themselves and learning new things every day. They want to participate in the same sports and activities that their friends and family do. Over time and through trial and error their true passions begin to surface and their talents begin to flourish.
The game of bowling is a huge adventure and challenge in itself with the ups and downs and all the time and effort we put into it to be our best. But the game of life is the ultimate challenge.
It’s not too often that bowlers just roll out of bed one day and suddenly just become good or great bowlers. It takes discipline, dedication and incredible perseverance as this game can and will knock you around and upside down more often than you would like.
Sometimes you don’t find the sport of bowling, sometimes it finds you. And when you have a competitive nature about you, there’s nothing like defeat that can serve as an inspiration and motivation to expand your knowledge and improve your game.
Strength comes through in actions, and in life, we are all subject to challenges, adversities and losses every day. It takes great strength, patience and tolerance to keep on going. It takes even more courage and dedication to follow and fulfill your dreams and passions.
There are people all around the world you can look to for motivation and inspiration as you pursue your own goals and dreams. Without even knowing it, Eliana Occhino is one of those people. From Central NY, and just turned 17 years-old, Eliana lives life to the fullest.
The USBC Open Championships, also known as the ‘Nationals’ is taking place right now (Feb.-July) at South Point Bowling Plaza in Las Vagas, Nevada. USBC members travel to these national tournaments each year from all over the country to take their shot at bowling on the sport’s biggest stage.
Written by Barbara Lunsford – At just seventeen years old, Gianna Brandolino is quickly becoming a household name in the world of bowling. From being the 2023 U18 Junior Gold Champion to having multiple sponsors, there is a lot to look forward to for Brandolino in the near future.
When you combine pure power, strength and athleticism with passion, dedication and competitiveness, pins will fall – a lot. I’ve had the opportunity to watch Larry Wheeler Jr. bowl a few times in person and it’s a pleasure to see. All you want to do is pull up a chair and watch the man bowl, in awe.
As I reflect on the vision I’ve had for this mission of capturing the love and passion for the game of bowling and sharing it with the world, I’d like to say ‘Thank You’ to all of my 2023 guests on Bowling One-On-One for sharing your journeys with me.
Bowling in local tournaments is fun and is an opportunity to put your abilities and skills to test to see how you measure up with locals on an individual level. In Concord, CA, there is a continuous monthly scratch tournament called the Saturday Scratch Bowling Club.
The desire to succeed at the game of bowling is compelling, challenging and fun. To take one’s game to the next level requires a certain level of passion, confidence, and dedication. Grant Migneron, a senior at Windsor High School in Windsor, CA. has this type of passion and love for the game.
Having the opportunity to compete against and with great bowlers and quality people is a big part of what makes bowling so much fun. Through tournament and league play there are many things to deal with such as lane conditions, transitions and equipment changes, let alone the mental and physical strength..
Bowling means so much to a lot of people around the world. All the time and effort, the challenges, the blood, sweat and tears, the joys of victory and agony of defeat. It captivates our souls and invigorates our hearts and has us coming back for more every day.
At 8 years old, his father took him to County Club Lanes in his hometown of Sacramento, CA. He recalls his father being a good bowler, but the family wasn’t particularly serious or passionate about the sport at the time.
When you watch Allen Ables bowl, you’re watching art in motion. You’re watching complete dedication, competitiveness, and the heart of a lion.
After years of playing soccer as a youth, it wasn’t igniting the inner passion for Nick Lunghi. I had an opportunity to catch up with Nick to learn more about his personal journey through bowling.
Tim Powell-
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Barbara Lunsford-
Bowling has been a part of my life since I was just three years old. Writing has been a second love I have had since first grade. I experienced collegiate bowling at Saint Xavier University, while also writing for The Xavierite. From Chicago, I aim to spread my joy for bowling and capture the passion others have for the sport. Let’s always move onward and never forget to reach for the sky.
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