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Vol. 72 No. 47 January 25 - 31, 2012 50 cents

Finlands Osku Palermaa Wins PBA World Championship

Bill Vint - PBA LAS VEGAS Finlands Osku Palermaa became the first international player, and the first two-handed bowler, to win the Professional Bowlers Association World Championship when he defeated Ryan Shafer of Horseheads, N.Y., 203-177, in the 2011-12 seasons first major championship. The PBA World Championship, which included a $50,000 first prize and a berth in the Round of 36 for the end-of-season PBA Tournament of Champions, aired Sunday on ESPN. Palermaa, who had battled flu-like symptoms for two months leading into the World Championship, was feeling much better after winning his second career PBA title. He saved his best for the final game after surviving two earlier elimination games that saw fellow two-handed player Jason Belmonte of Australia and top qualifier Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., knocked out of contention. The 28-year-old Finn started the title match in South Point Casino and Hotels exhibition hall with a 7-10 split, but that was his only open frame. Shafer threw only three strikes two of them for his only double but his failure to convert the 3-6-10 spare in the seventh frame proved fatal, shifting the match to Palermaas favor. Strikes in the ninth and 10th frame secured the victory for Palermaa, and extended Shafers PBA record for television appearances in major championships without a title to 13. I was grateful. I knew I had the pocket, but to see all 10 pins go down, I felt grateful, Palermaa said. The 7-10 was only one frame. After that, I threw a lot of strikes on the left lane, so it evened out. I dont know if this makes me the best in the world, but I hope so. The anticipated showdown between Palermaa and Belmonte, the worlds premier two-handed players, created some excitement, but not in the way most observers expected. Rash dominated the first elimination game

Tommy Hollywood 814 at Rabs

STATEN ISLAND, NY Tommy Hollywood earned top honors in the Joe Brezinski Memorial League at Rabs Country Lanes by firing 289-269-256 for the session high series of 814. Chris Terranova rolled 258-696 folowed by Axel Molina with 267, Richard Pasquale 248, Rob Alavarces 257, and Charlie Grassi and Victor Maturi each tossed a 245.

Jason Dominguez 300-778 At Rockaway Lanes

ROCKAWAY, NJ - Jason Dominguez fired perfect with a 300 game en route the the session high series of 778 while contesting in the Spanish American at Rockaway Lanes.
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Georgie Mendoza tossed a 279 game followed by Eddie Acevedo with 268, John Scott 258, Jesus Cruz 705 series, Tyrone Waal 703, and Robert Soto pitched a 687 series

Osku Palermaa PBAWorld Champion

Rich Nicholls 300 at Majestic

HOPELAWN, NJ Rich Nicholls blasted a 300 game along with games of 201 and 240 for a 741 series while contesting in the Middlesex County Classic League at Majestic Lanes. Dennis Smith rolled 289-231257-777, Tony Balletta 237-267237-741, Eric Oppenheimer 207246-264-717, Rocco Fortunato 236-256-225-717, David Smith 212-247-253-712, Marcus Stevens 215-240-251-706, Justin Misano 246-221-237-704, Dyshon Coley 204-258-235-697, Bill Daunno 248-241-204-693, George Balewitz 278-219-692, Russell Bennett 237-247-204-688, Glenn Mohr, Jr. 225-203-258-686, and Walt Kronert 247-211-228-686.

with a 245, Shafer was second with a 236, and Palermaa and Belmonte rolled to a 203-203 tie, forcing a one-ball roll-off to see who would advance and who would be eliminated. In the roll-off, Belmonte barely touched the headpin, leaving the 2-4-5-8 bucket. Needing only seven pins, Palermaa struck to move on. All you can do is throw a good shot and you get what you get, Palermaa said. Seeing Jason leave a bucket helped. But I bowled a good game. It is what it is. In the second elimination game, Shafer, a 25-year PBA Tour veteran, struck on his last four shots to finish with a 222. Palermaa threw three strikes in the 10th for a 217. Rash, who dominated the World Championship qualifying rounds, saw his title hopes collapse when he left a 7-10 in the ninth frame, finishing with a 193. The finals were conducted on the PBAs Scorpion lane condition, selected by Rash as the leading qualifier in the field.

Gary Brandt 300 at Farmingdale

FARMINGDALE, NY Gary Brandt earned top honors in the Wednesday Early Mens League at Farmingdale Lanes blasting games of 207-300-232 for a high series of 739. John Bergen rolled 235-245237-717, Ken Brown 268-235701, James Curran 201-280-673, Frank Magro 224-233-213-670, and Larry Langsam 217-236-214667. David Brand shot 266 in the Wednesday Party League.

ENTRY DEADLINE EXTENDED FOR 2012 USBC WOMEN'S CHAMPIONSHIPS

ARLINGTON, Texas - There's no experience like competing on the lanes at the National Bowling Stadium, and more than 30,000 bowlers already are scheduled to be in Reno, Nev., for the 2012 United States Bowling Congress Women's Championships. Those who have not yet entered still have time to be part of the action as the entry deadline has been extended to April 1. There are even some weekend spots available for the event, which begins April 14 and will run for 86 consecutive days, concluding July 8. "Walking down Center Aisle at the National Bowling Stadium is something every bowler should experience, and Reno has proven to be an enjoyable vacation destination for people of all interests," said Brian Lewis, USBC's Managing Director of Tournaments. "We're on track for another successful tournament in 2012, but we've chosen to extend the entry deadline to give any bowlers who may be undecided a chance to enter." The USBC Women's Championships is open to any female USBC member and features a much different look than when it last was held in Reno. The tournament now features a three-division, 100-percent-handicap format that was introduced in 2010. The divisions based on skill level: Diamond for bowlers with averages of 180 and above (handicap is based on 220); Ruby for averages of 150-179 (handicap based on 180) and Sapphire for averages of 149 and below (handicap based on 150). Prizes also are awarded for the top overall scratch scores. There's a place for everyone at the 93rd Women's Championships, but spots are filling quickly. For more information on the Women's Championships, visit BOWL.com/womenschamp or call (800) 514-2695.

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KOIVUNIEMI, ANDERSSON LEAD WORLD BOWLING TOUR RANKINGS

ARLINGTON, Texas - Finland's Mika Koivuniemi and Sweden's Sandra Andersson lead the World Tenpin Bowling Association World Bowling Tour points list after the opening event of the 2012 schedule. Andersson has moved into the women's lead for the first time with 151 points, while Koivuniemi leads the men's rankings with 233 points. The World Bowling Tour points system is based on a continuous two-year cycle, so points earned in 2011 are added to points earned in 2012 to determine the points list. At the 42nd Brunswick Ballmaster Open in Helsinki, Finland - the opening event of the 2012 season - Andersson picked up 40 points for a second-place finish among the women's field. The United States' Carolyn DorinBallard, who did not compete in Finland, is in second with 145 points. Sweden's Nina Flack remained in the top three by earning 15 points to bring her total to 135, while Finland's Krista Pollanen won the women's rankings at the Ballmaster for the second straight year, bringing her fourth-place total to 130 points. On the men's side, Koivuniemi picked up 35 points to increase his lead on the men's field. Sean Rash of the United States added six points to his total in Finland to bring his total to 148 for second place. The United States' Mike Fagan is third with 140 points after finishing second at the Ballmaster and adding 40 points. The World Bowling Tour is made up of various events around the world and players earn points based on how they finish in each event. The current points system is based on a continuous two-year cycle, so points earned in 2011 are added to points earned in 2012 to determine the points list. The top three men and top three women will be invited to compete in the World Bowling Tour Finals presented by the Professional Bowlers Association at the end of 2012. The World Bowling Tour Finals will feature a total prize fund of $70,000. The top three men and top three women will bowl a stepladder finals format in their respective divisions. The prize money for each division is the same, with the winner taking $20,000, second place earning $10,000 and third place winning $5,000. The tour continues with the United States Bowling Congress Masters from Jan. 24-29 and is immediately followed by the WTBA International Open from Jan. 28-Feb. 5.

Jackson Memorial Boys and Brick Memorial Girls Win Championship at Ocean Lanes
LAKEWOOD, NJ The Jackson Memorial Boys won the Championship defeating Manchester in the three-game Baker format and the Brick Memorial Girls are champions after beating cross town rivals Brick Township in the Toms Rover South Bowl With the Indians High School Tournament that took place at Ocean Lanes. Top games for the boys were Shaun Dillon of Brick Memorial at 247, second was a tie with a 245 by Joe Iacono of Toms River North and Matt Clark of Brick Memorial followed Ryan Kenny of Manchester with a 244. The top high series were Mike Ormsby of Jackson Memorial at 662 in second was Shaun Dillon of Brick Memorial with a 654 and tied for third were Anthony Fariello of Brick Memorial and Kevin Lodato of Barnegat at 649. Top games for the girls were posted by Tina Shahinian of Manchester with a 256, second was Kelly Nicosia of Brick Memorial with 252, and third was Madison Lukosius of Brick Township rolling a 238. The top series for the girls was posted by Kelly Nicosia of Brick Memorial with a 704 followed by Karsyn Lukosius of Brick Township with a 680 and Amanda Nardiello of Brick Township with a 631.

NFL Legends Prepare to Strike...Bowling Pins for Charity Prior to Super Bowl XLVI
ARLINGTON, TX (January 18, 2012) - As Super Bowl XLVI returns to a cold weather city in Indianapolis, the seventh annual NFL Charities Super Bowl Celebrity Bowling Classic, one of the premier annual fan/player fundraisers, will be hotter and "taller" than ever in 2012. Former Super Bowl XII Champion and legend Ed "Too Tall" Jones will serve as host of the event which will take place at Woodland Bowling Center in Indianapolis, Ind. at 12 p.m. local time on Saturday, February 4. Fans will have the unique opportunity to bowl with more than 40 current and former NFL stars and hall of famers, with all proceeds benefiting NFL Charities. "I feel privileged to return as event host of the NFL Charities Super Bowl Celebrity Bowling Classic," said Jones. "The Classic has become a Super Bowl tradition, which is a testament to the enduring popularity and tremendous fundraising power of bowling, one of the nation's great pastimes." Prior to the Classic, the NFL greats will team with professional bowlers to lead a private bowling clinic for local at-risk Indianapolis area elementary school children on February 1 at 11 a.m. local time at Woodland Bowling Center (private clinic will be open to the media only). "There is no bigger stage in professional sports than the Super Bowl and we are proud to again join forces with NFL Charities to host what will be a tremendous event and also do our part to give back," said Frank DeSocio of Strike Ten Entertainment. "We're also very pleased to welcome back Ed 'Too Tall' Jones as our host - one of the NFL's great legends who also happens to be a towering presence on the lanes." Legendary NFL stars and Pro Football Hall of Fame members confirmed to participate in the Classic include (subject to change): Lem Barney, Rodney Hampton, Parnell Dickinson, Keith Byars, Jim Taylor, Billy "White Shoes" Johnson, Lamonte Hunley, Ricky Hunley, Hank Bauer, Lance Smith, Carl Eller, Sean Landeta, Bart Oates, Rickey Jackson, Chuck Foreman, Tom Nowatzke, Jerry Kramer, Randall McDaniel, Garo Yepremian, Roger Wehrli, Curtis McGriff, Willie Buchanon, Brian Kelley, Fred Williamson, Brig Owens, Charles Haley, Joey Browner, Kent Kramer, Pete Shaw, Mark Clayton, Sandra Taylor, Erich Barnes, Charlie Sanders, Jan Stenerud, Michael Merriweather and Leroy Kelly. "The NFL Charities Super Bowl Celebrity Bowling Classic continues to grow every year and we're anticipating 'heightened' success in 2012. We couldn't be more enthusiastic to welcome back Ed 'Too Tall' Jones and to continue our partnership with the bowling industry, the nation's #1 participatory sport and a game that is enjoyed every year by more than 70 million people," said NFL Charities Tournament Director Nick Nicolosi. "The Classic offers NFL and bowling fans the chance to meet their favorite players over a few frames of bowling in a fun and casual setting." The NFL Super Bowl Celebrity Bowling Classic is open to bowlers and their guests. Entry fees are a donation to NFL Charities of $400 per individual and $1,400 per bowling foursome. All proceeds will benefit NFL Charities. Each bowler will receive a commemorative Super Bowl XLVI bowling ball and pin, along with a gift bag of official Super Bowl merchandise from event sponsors. A silent auction hosted by NFL Auction will take place and offer NFL memorabilia and autographed keepsakes. Guests of bowlers may attend the event at a fee of $100 per person. Interested parties should contact Tournament Director Nick Nicolosi at 201-489-0049 or n.nicolosi@verizon.net.

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ROCKAWAY ROLLERS
Adult Leagues Rockaway Foursome: Mike Angle 279-729, Ed Cook 269-692; Shawn Casey 262-game, Allen Apgar 257 game, Liesl Apgar 236-660; Mary Crenzio 209-517, Joan Dakak 197-549; Terri Galovic 194 game NorBu Lodge: John Jenkins 248-612; Roger McKeon 237-616; Charles Wright 229-616; Lynn Perry 214-554, Anne Meisner 191-game, Stacey Titus 184-506 Thursday Nite Mixed: Steven Petersen 247-653, Alex Dalmedo 222 game, Wayne Poverstein 220-617; Nancy Piechockhi 213-576; Martha Hoffman 193-543; Carole Cerenzio 189 game, Lake Hiawatha A.C.: Dave Martorana 268-686, Chip Vincent 266637, J. Wl Albensi III 256-659, John Finno 247 game, Martel Ellis 240 game, Rockaway Mixed: Tom Collucci 267-740, Charles Jonanning 258674, Don Wagner 247-655, Keri May 276-game, Donna 235 game, Carol Scheu 223 game, Friday Nite Mens: Frank Grumka 258-705, Ken George 248-681, John Bartolazzi 247 game, Rickay Exner 245 game, Jim Westergaard 244 game, William Landrum 235 game, Friday Tri-Mixed: Jerry Szekula Jr. 204 game, Harry Kostyk 188 game, Fred Driver 180 game, Deb Montgomery 190 game, Michele Halley 178 game, Michelle Halko 174 game PBA Experience: bowled on changing PBA lane conditions: Joseph Caloger 223-game, Scott Van Syckel 221-581, Jon Thorn 214 game, Allen Apgar 213-576, Liesl Apgar 183-495, Tami Mehesy 168-478 Lake Hiawatha A.C.: Vernon tatum 265-676, Les Krieger 247-652, J.W. Albensi III 246-670, James Stiles 241-game

AT PLAZA
LD Oppici 789
MADISON, NJ LD Oppici rolled 279-789, Joe Parisi 279, and Jennifer Drury 236-620 in the CMIL League. In the Tuesday Doubles League Scott Harwood shot 212, Frank Fillimon 211, and Donny Prisco 203.

AT FARMINGDALE LANES
Lukas Zito 786
FARMINGDALE, NY Lukas Zito topped the scoring in the Monday Half Hollow Hills League firing games of 234-263-289 for a high series of 786. Mickey Newbeck rolled 279-268-743.

BJ Fuller 782
FARMINGDALE, NY BJ Fuller topped the scoring in the Wednesday Early Mens League firing games of 242-279-261 for a high series of 782. Steve Gonzalex rolled 236-222-267-725, Mark Monfoletto 215-257247-719, Charlie Turner 255-234-229-718, Paul Mazza 237-225-245707, Mac McNally 267-215-215-696, James Curran 245-237-697, Tyrone Brown 232-216-244-692, and Paul Verderosa 238-248-692.

Joey Parisi 278

MADISON, NJ Joey Parisi led the scoring in the Wednesday Trio League firing a high game of 278. Bo Serillo shot 268-749, Tim McKenna 258, Stephanie Rahn 236, and Dave Krivak 665.

Fred Catapano 717

FARMINGDALE, NY Fred Catapano topped the scoring in the Tuesday Early Birds League firing games of 255-268 for a high series of 717. Mike Garrido shot 268, Kerrick Jones 239-232-242-713, Frankie Berardino 235-217-258-710, Steve Coleman 257-257-703, Jim McGlynn 225-214-258-697, and Charlie Turner 235-233-225-693.

Jon Russo 669

MADISON, NJ- Jon Russo paced the scoring in the Pharma Plus League firing a 267 game for a high series of 669. Dan Smith shot 233, Joe Paino and Ron Kaepernik 223. Carolyn Paddack shot 231 and Jodi Belil 211 in the Monday Night Ladies League.

Tony Caridi 693

FARMINGDALE, NY Tony Caridi led the scoring in the Friday Late Mixed League rolling 258-221-214 for a 693 set. Nick Crocitto shot 269-678, Jamie Lane 244-258-675, John Sheridan 268-666, and Regina Collins 254-237-653. In the Wednesday Party League Brian Beale shot 246-212-215-673.

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Tommy Nelson 730 at Hi-Tor

HAVERSTRAW, NY - Tommy Nelson bowled 210-254-266 to tally a 730 set while competing in the Boyz Nite Out League at Hi-Tor Lanes. Brian Hekl rolled 225-221-255-701 followed by Jon Tallis with 205279-211-695, Timmy McAleese 194-234-243-671, Angel Matos 209245-214-668, Anthony De Palma 192-236-238-666, Lya Sandler 246222-198-666, Robert Varano 246-214-206-666, Mike Dizzine 248-257160-665, Joseph Ardiri Sr. 180-254-225-659, Edward Ziemak 193-216258-657 and Sam Varano Sr. 226-248-176-650.

Dale Alberino 300 Wins at NABI

BALDWIN, NY - Dale Alberino fired 300 in his final game to edge a charging Matthew Rose and win the six game New Years Day marathon at Baldwin Lanes. Alberino has two NABI titles and averaged a robust 243 (scratch) for the six game block. When he posted the 300, Mary, his wife, appeared more nervous than he was. Alberino collected $1,000 and the Championship plaque for his win and Rose took home $600 followed by 3rd place Kevin O'Niel pocketing $300, Tony Chin $250, and in 5th place William Crosby $225.

SOUTH LEVITTOWN LANES

In the Thursday Charles McShane 4-Man: Lou Perullo 290, Keith Pappas 259,705, Brad Cammarano 259-258, Paul Thivierge 258, Peter Cornell 255-268,744, John Linkens 255,743, Tris Scharwyler 278,266,722, Darren Barlow 269,258,730, Dan OConnor 265,258,737, Kevin Quinton 258, Keith Hengel 257, Howard Edelman 718. In the Thursday Night Foursome: PETER CORNELL 300-268, Jerry Neubauer 289,757, Keith Pappas 279,265,720, Kyle Ludwig 277,750, Jerry Stanick 269, Denis Mendelson 268, Phil Piacentini 268, Rob Cunningham 266,732-269, Bret Doremus 266, Joe Mele 265,735, Sean Neary 265,763-745, Boomer Mackin 719, Tom DiVincenzo 289, Ed Hawkins 278, Scott Calica 268, Sean Thompson 265, Mike Willis 717. In the Monday Seniors: Ray Wilson 211, Michael Sala 202,200,599. In the Monday LIA: Joseph Morreale 267, Joey Orlando 258, Gilberto Cruz 246, Peter Taormina 246, Joe Migliano 245, Jen Zappolo 209. In the Tuesday Early Birds: Monica DiPinto 234, Jenn D;lorio 214, Fred Amon 213, Christine Kempf 203, Lisa Simon 203, Anne Zajack 245,605, Emily Socolow 219,219,628, Reg Traina 214, Janet Picone 213, Karen Agrusa 202. In the Tuesday BK Sweenys: Rich ONeill 248, Kevin Senff 238, Jeff Miller 236. In the Wednesday Young at Heart Seniors: RICHIE COYER 268,232,223,723, Charlie Stumpf 216-216, Bill Steele 212, Joe Marsiello 203, Pete Thomasefsky 222,212,626, John Eastwood 212, Rocco Torrieri 210, Nancy Ellis 203. In the Wednesday Swingtime Seniors: Joe Macaluso 215, Marylou Hopp 210, Cappy Caporusso 223,207,623, Tom Reul 202. In the Wednesday Hicksville Elks: Paul Devito 230-657, Susie Lew 213-211. In the Wednesday Mens Nite Out: Chris Kirchner 247, Ken Werner 244-255, Jim Hope 248,714, Bill Goldrick 235. In the Friday Astoria Federal Men: Mike Forman 247,245, Paul Verderosa Sr. 247, William Ramos 279,703, Jake Jacoby 267, Mike Agosta 266, Mickey Gallagher 265, Ed Snevily 248, Scott Zimmerman 244.

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6 By Vince Albrecht Elmwood Park, NJ Northern Highlands junior Josh Taylor captured the North Jersey Boys Singles at Parkway Lanes, 235226 over Lenape Valleys Steve Borngesser. Seeded fifteenth after a qualifying threesome of 630, Taylor advanced to the championship with games of 254, 225 and 209 while eighth seeded Borngesser had a qualifying 657 set and followed it up with games

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Josh Taylor, Colette Malyack Grab NJ Singles Titles

of 211, 268 and 234. Borngesser needed to strike out in the tenth frame to beat Taylor by a pin, but left a solid 4-pin after rolling the first strike. There was little surprise among the girls competition as all the pretournament favorites advanced to the quarter-finals. DePaul senior Colette Malyack, a pre-season pick for North Jersey Bowler of the Year, entered the top twenty-four as the fourth seed with a qualifying score of 573 and proceeded to battle her way into the title round with games of 212, 193 and 192. She then bested Lyndhurst junior Lexus Lopez, 181-145 to earn the 2012 Girls Singles Crown. Best single of the event, a 286, went to Ramapo senior Mike Carr while high threesome of 722 was carded by Secaucus sophomore Austin Masser, Jr. Others who advanced to the boys semi-final round were Pascack Hills Bryan Kist 248, Bergen Catholics Charlie Long 234 and Pascack Valleys Joe Farinelli 215. The other girls semi-finalists were Indian Hills Emily Ostapczuk 194 and Leonias Maleyna Marks who drew a bye by virtue of her 607 qualifying set which earned her the top seed.

Rich Naclerio 768 in Montvale Major

By Joe Rizzi MONTVALE Rich Naclerio was the high scorer this session of the Montvale Major League, bowling a 768 series on games of 225, 266 and 277. Rich's fine effort, along with Bob Greenwood's 237-256-258751, helped DFWTOM squeak by Bergen Batting Center, 17-16. Bob Higgins rolled 237-256-247-740 for Bergen. Tom Flynn's 749 series on games of 267, 258 and 224, led 12-In-ARow Pro Shop to a 23-10 victory over BuddiesProShop.com. Chuck Ontal's 239-267-235-741 led Rick's Pro Shop I to a 31-2 rout over Rite Way. Rocky Durocher's 259-279-735 powered GDC Contracting past GP's Restaurant, 22-11. Bob Balzarek rolled 228-225-279-732, but despite his effort J&C Irrigation was defeated by Rick's Pro Shop II, 22-11. Toto Roldan 248-698, Keith Lee 267-685, Ralph Bernardo 259-683, Ramil Caburnay 234-679, Dave Hulsizer 242-679, Larry Toppin 245674, Rick Guevarra 229-665, Terry Drenth 238-658 and Jun Roldan 244-652.

MAPLE LANES
HIGH ROLLERS
Male High Rollers: Greg Matera 288/721 Drew Hodnicki 279/760 Bobby Powers 279/728 Ed Bernardi 279/723 Joshua Weinberger 278/736 Carmine Calabrese 273/702 Brian Warner 267/708 Chris Chicchetti 266/716 John Prestigiacomo 266/707 Tom Agostino 266/738 James Cianelli 266/728 Ed Downey 259/720 Steven Maruffi 259/741 Alby Pezzella 256/717 Viviany Tapia 255/8720 Keith Duffy 248/702 Richie Acosta 245/723 Women High Rollers: Tina Ortiz 245/723 Joanne Lombardo 235/636 Christine Larsen 258/634 Joan Mesiti 228/626 Carman Chu 235/624 Kayla Stavrou 236/622 Rosanna Jurgens 229/611 Melinda Cziraki 228/607 Tracy Cutrupi 238/607 June Williams 224/600 Seniors: John Bonini 278/733 Vito Martino 246/674 Mike Fasano 228/665 Vivian Striano 189/525

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Knoth Wins $1,000 at LIGBT Non-Champions Tournament

Babylon, NY: William Knoth, Patchogue, NY earned his first LIGBT title at AMF Babylon. His victory came in a special event where only non-champions were allowed to compete. William defeated 96 other competitors to take home the $1,000 top prize. Williams road to victory began with a fine 752 handicap series in the 1pm squad which qualified him for the finals. In the finals William bowled great shooting the highest score in the last three rounds. In the final shootout William defeated the 1pm squad leader, Mike Pizzuro, W. Babylon, NY and Carlos Nieves, New York, NY 279-251-210. Mike earned $500 for second place while Carlos earned $300 for third.

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THE MAGIC AT MAJESTIC

Eric Velazquez 795
HOPELAWN, NJ Eric Velazquez topped the scoring in the Middlesex County Classic with 258-289-248 for a 795 set. Glenn Mohr, Jr. rolled 284-235257-776 followed by Len Camporeale posting 257-248-241746, Rich Nicholls 258-221-258-738, John Kertesz 226-268-232-726, Richard Funk III 257-227-242-726, and Robert Kontra 204-236-279-719.

AT WALLINGTON LANES
Monday Night Bowling Adam Fingeroth had an unbeatable night with a 226 ,264,246 785 Cas Costnicki 262, 213, 212 687 The Ladies showed up for battle with Linda Rose shooting a 247,202,202 651 and Debbie Henkelman with a 203, 256,187 651 Coors Lite Public Safety Ed Schell led the pack with 277,245,215 737 Bobby Trupper was on fire he shot a 279 with a 679 series Tim Letavish 200,214-226 640 Dennis Figueroa had a 639 series Jos Morell 643 & Bill Zika 639. Sunday Mixed Mike Perrucci 233 Joe Montefusco Jr. 233 Mike Laspada 233, Chuck Zingone Jr. 225-235. Tuesday Early 5 Man Congratulations to CZs Pro Shop for winning 1st Pl in the 1st half. Tom Twist 111 was amazing with a 233-285-214 with a 732 series but then thats nothing new. Dennis Richie 218-225-287 -730 Joe Leardo Jr. had a 253-224-232 -709.Mike Semanick 229-223-228 680. Single game high scores were Charles Worth 269, Jeremy Rybak 261Doug Weiler 247, John Norgrady 246, and Mike Cutola 240. G& L Mixed was pretty impressive with these scores, Steve Shin 269, Bob Luzzi, 266 Tony Shin 256, Sam Lucci 255, Mike Rochinski 248 and Stan Wusyk 245. The L part of G&L.... the ladies, they did very well Joely Jackowitz had a 231 Nicky Torres had a 226.

Jeff Monteleone 749

HOPELAWN, NJ Jeff Monteleone topped the Academy Madenss League blasting games of 254-258-237 for a high series of 749. Anthony Serignese rolled 222245-245-712, Tom Poulos 242222-235-699, Shelly Jacques 209214-272-695, Nick Viverito 225234-213-672, Michael Lozado 268-201-664, Mary Ellen Oehler 223-214-213-650, and Bonnie Desimone 247-222-630.

Scott Akalewicz 703

HOPELAWN, NJ Scott Akalewicz led the Thursday Nite Mixed League firing games of 224-268-211 for a high series of 703. Vinny Medvetz shot 235-238224-697, Kyle Jannuzzi 245-246659, Andrew Phillips 225-211652, Rollin E. Ball 201-240-638, and Andrew Smith 258.

Joe Herber 753

HOPELAWN, NJ Joe Herber led all bowlers in the la Buona Pizza League firing 226-269-258 for a 753 high set. John Baginsky, Jr. rolled 246248-223-717, John Baginsky 228237-660, Ron Tanko 267-651, and Jennifer Caval 216. Charlene Martino rolled 237208 in the Wednesday Earlybirds League.

Steve Columbus 700

HOPELAWN, NJ Steve Columbus led the scoring in the Garden State Mixed League firing 257-259 for a 700 high series. Roy Crawley rolled 237-266672, Chris Seitz 216-278-666, Rich Hardish 212-258-662, Richard Rowley 233-2124-645, Joanne Lesniak 253-629, and Nicole Melchior 223.

Cid Stentella 743

HOPELANW, NJ Cid Stentella led the Knights of Columbus tossing 278-223-242 for a high 743 set. Mark Mawkinski rolled 235243-670, Richard Maddock 260234-649, Jack Masculin 243-213640, and Bob Banko 213.