4th Annual GSUSBC Adult-Youth Doubles Tournament Recap

4th Annul Adult-Youth Doubles Champions: Brody Kline + TJ Trout


The Stepladder Finals of the 4th Annual GSUSBC Adult-Youth Doubles Tournament showcased thrilling matchups, remarkable performances, and clutch bowling as teams vied for the championship title. Bowlers competed via baker format, with the adult bowlers throwing frames 1-3-5-7-9 and the youth bowlers throwing frames 2-4-6-8-10.

The action began with Jacob Wilmot and Matt Hill defeating Riley Moran and Keith Strouse in a close opening match, 229-210.

Riding the momentum, Wilmot and Hill faced off against Gunner and Devin Selinko in the second game, claiming another victory with a 210-193 score.

In the third round, Wilmot and Hill delivered their most dominant performance, defeating Jen Reitnour and Richard Grate by a convincing 249-208 margin to advance to the final.

However, in the championship match, the incredible run of Jacob Wilmot and Matt Hill came to an end as Brody Kline and TJ Trout rose to the occasion. Kline and Trout delivered an outstanding performance, sealing the title with a decisive 240-198 victory.

Congratulations to all the participants for a fantastic tournament, and a special shoutout to Brody Kline and TJ Trout, the 4th Annual GSUSBC Adult-Youth Doubles Tournament champions!

1st: Brody Kline + TJ Trout $300**

2nd: Jacob Wilmot + Matt Hill $200**

3rd: Jen Reinour + Richard Grate $150**

4th: Gunner Selinko + Devin Selinko $125**

5th: Riley Moran + Keith Strouse $75**

** Amounts reflect amount added to respective youth scholarship accounts. Adult bowlers did not receive prize.

Qualyfying Results

Strike Zone Alley’s 4th Annual Thanksgiving Eve Tournament Recap

2024 Thanksgiving Eve Tournament Champion Alex Whitney

The 2024 Thanksgiving Eve Tournament concluded with a thrilling Eliminator Finals, featuring intense competition across three rounds.

Round 1:
In the first round, held on Lanes 13-14, four bowlers competed for the top two spots to advance. Alex Whitney led the pack with an impressive 228, followed by Tyler Herbinko, who bowled a 192 but used his 40-pin handicap to secure a total of 232. Whitney and Herbinko’s stellar finish meant Samuelson and Frisch were eliminated.

Round 2:
In the second round on Lanes 15-16, Alex Whitney and Tyler Herbinko went head-to-head. Whitney dominated the match, delivering an exceptional 254 and advancing to the championship round, while Herbinko’s 177 and 40-pin handicap brought him to 207, falling short of Whitney’s score.

Championship Match:
The final showdown on Lanes 17-18 featured Alex Whitney and top seed Travis Daley. Whitney continued his hot streak, rolling a phenomenal 258 to Daley’s 171 (184 with a 13-pin handicap). Whitney’s performance sealed his victory as the Eliminator Finals Champion.

Final Results:

  1. Alex Whitney
  2. Travis Daley
  3. Tyler Herbinko
  4. Josh Samuelson
  5. Brent Frisch

Congratulations to Alex Whitney on his dominating performance to claim the championship and to all the bowlers for their excellent efforts throughout the tournament!

Qualifying Results Page 1
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2023-2024 League Bowler Appreciation Tournament Recap

2023-2024 GSUSBC League Bowler Appreciation Tournament – Stepladder Finals Recap

The 2023-2024 GSUSBC League Bowler Appreciation Tournament culminated in an exciting Stepladder Finals, with bowlers showcasing incredible skill and determination.

Round 1:
In the opening match, #5 seed Betty Bauder edged out #6 seed Joe Yodis. Despite Yodis rolling a strong 185, Bauder’s solid 180 and 48-pin handicap gave her a total of 228 to Yodis’s 212, advancing her to the next round.

Round 2:
Bauder continued her impressive run in the second match, defeating #4 seed Rob Jennings. Jennings bowled an excellent 215, but Bauder’s 195 score and 48-pin handicap brought her to a commanding total of 243, eliminating Jennings.

Round 3:
In her third match, Bauder faced #3 seed Wendy Cunningham. Bauder’s consistent performance continued as she bowled a 179, with her handicap bringing her total to 227. Cunningham’s 168, even with her 46-pin handicap, resulted in a total of 214, securing Bauder’s place in the semifinals.

Semifinals:
Bauder’s streak came to an end in the semifinals against #2 seed Rich Shimkus. Shimkus bowled a 158 and leveraged his 45-pin handicap for a total of 203, defeating Bauder’s 131 (179 with handicap).

Championship Match:
The title match saw #2 seed Rich Shimkus go head-to-head with #1 seed Mike Frantz. In a thrilling finale, Shimkus bowled a clutch 161, and his 45-pin handicap pushed him to a total of 206. Frantz bowled a strong 167 but fell short with a total of 196, crowning Rich Shimkus as the 2023-2024 GSUSBC League Bowler Appreciation Tournament Champion.

Final Standings and Prizes:

  1. Rich Shimkus – $1,000
  2. Mike Frantz – $500
  3. Betty Bauder – $400
  4. Wendy Cunningham – $300
  5. Rob Jennings – $200
  6. Joe Yodis – $100

Congratulations to all the participants for an outstanding tournament and a special shoutout to Rich Shimkus for his exceptional performance to claim the championship!

3rd Annual GSUSBC Adult-Youth Doubles Tournament Recap

Tournament Champions: Kevin and Elijah Killian

The finals began with the 4th-seeded team of Eric Buchinski and John Hudock facing the 5th-seeded team of Hannah and Robert Fisher. The Fishers advanced with a scratch score of 198 (handicap total of 224), defeating Buchinski/Hudock’s scratch score of 151 (handicap total of 180).

In the second match, the Fishers competed against the 3rd-seeded team of Gunner and Devin Selinko. It was a close game, but the Selinkos secured the win with a scratch score of 158 (handicap total of 199), narrowly overcoming the Fishers’ scratch score of 160 (handicap total of 192).

The third match saw the Selinkos face the 2nd-seeded team of Elijah and Kevin Killian. The Killians delivered an impressive performance, bowling a scratch score of 210 (handicap total of 250), outscoring the Selinkos’ scratch score of 154 (handicap total of 195), advancing to the championship round.

In the final match, the Killians faced the top-seeded team of Brody Kline and TJ Trout. The Killians continued their dominant run, posting a scratch score of 233 (handicap total of 273) to defeat Kline/Trout’s scratch score of 191 (handicap total of 219), securing the tournament championship.

Match Results:

  • Match 1: Hannah Fisher/Robert Fisher (224) def. Eric Buchinski/John Hudock (180)
  • Match 2: Gunner Selinko/Devin Selinko (199) def. Hannah Fisher/Robert Fisher (192)
  • Match 3: Elijah Killian/Kevin Killian (250) def. Gunner Selinko/Devin Selinko (195)
  • Championship: Elijah Killian/Kevin Killian (273) def. Brody Kline/TJ Trout (219)
Qualifying Results