Congratulations to Kyle Weaver for winning Strike Zone Alleys 3rd Annual Thanksgiving Eve Tournament. Kyle Weaver and TJ Trout advanced over Alex Whitney and Kevin Killian in the Quarterfinals. Kyle then bested 2022 champion TJ Trout 210-195 in the Semi-Finals. Kyle then beat 2021 champion Steve Hagy in the final match to become the 2023 champion
Thanks to all 67 bowlers which made this event a success – and congratulations to all of the winners (below). Hope to see everyone back at next year’s event on November 27th, 2024.
Congratulations to this year’s Scratch Champions: Cameron Carl & David Stratchko (2721), as well as this year’s Handicap Champions: TJ Trout & Robert Jennings (2707). Participants bowled five games of No-Tap on the Elm Street oil pattern. The following bowlers had 300 games: TJ Trout (4), David Stratchko (3), Cameron Carl, Dan Fitzgerald, and James Larish Jr. Thank you to all 48 bowlers that competed in this year’s tournament.
Congratulations to all the incredible youth bowlers who participated in the 1st Annual Joseph Gronski Memorial Tournament! Your hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship shone brightly throughout the competition. Joseph’s legacy was honored beautifully through your passion and talent. Well done, everyone!
Simon Galante (Handicap Champion)Damion Wynings (Scratch Champion)Liam Levan (Handicap Runner Up)Cole Stabinsky (Scratch Runner Up)Qualifying Results (Hdcp)Qualifying Results (Scratch)Scratch and Handicap Final
This year the Greater Schuylkill USBC inducted three new members into its Hall of Fame.
Keith Zimmerman Our first new member Keith Zimmerman has been inducted for longevity in the association. Keith is currently 64 years old and lives in St Clair, PA. Most of you have met Keith in one (or many) of your leagues. Keith has been an association member for over 45 years, during which he participated in over 60 different leagues. Keith has participated in the PA State Open Championship tournament for 25 years, as well as five years at the PA State Senior Championship. Keith has come close to perfection with a 278 game, and is just one pin short of a 700 with a 699 series. His estimated lifetime average is 170, with his highest season average being 191 during the 2008-2009 season. We thank Keith for his participation in bowling throughout the years and wish him good luck in future seasons.
Sandra Fitzgerald Our next new member, Sandra Fitzgerald, has been inducted for service to the association. Sandra is currently 64 years old and lives in Schuylkill Haven, PA. Sandra, and her husband Daniel (also a Hall of Fame Member), have 2 children, and 4 grandchildren. Sandra comes from and contributed to a lineage of bowlers. Her parents and grandparents bowled, as well as both daughters and eldest grandson. Sandra was the youth director at Plaza Lanes. She has been with Strike Zone Alleys for the past 40 years. She has over 40 years of experience as a youth league secretary. Sandra coached the first all-girls team in the area that qualified for the youth state tournament. Her youngest daughter Erika was a member of that team. In addition to her service to the sport, Sandra also participated in many leagues and tournaments. Sandra started junior bowling in her sixth grade year at Westwood Lanes in 1965. As a youth bowler, her team competed nationally and finished in second place. She has participated in the PA State Open Championship twice, the PA State Women’s Championship ten times, the PA State Mixed Championship three years, and the USBC Open Championship (Nationals) one time. Sandra was a member of the PA State Women’s Association 600 Club. Her highest league average was 168, during the 2008-2009 season. We appreciate the many years of service and are delighted to have Sandra be a member of the Greater Schuylkill USBC Hall of Fame.
Eric Hosler Our final new member, Eric Hosler, has been inducted for his achievement in the Greater Schuylkill USBC. Eric is 42, and resides in Pine Grove, PA. He and his wife Justine have three children. Eric started bowling as a youth bowler at Plaza Lanes. He has been an association member for over 25 years, serving as an association director for five of those years. He has participated in over twenty Great Schuylkill USBC tournaments, 15 Pennsylvania State Open Championships, 1 PA State Mixed Championship, and 12 years at the USBC Open Championships. Eric has participated in 81 leagues and bowled over 5800 games since the 2000-2001 season. Eric’s estimated lifetime average is a 214 – with a high average of 229 in the Sportsman league during the 2011-2012 season. Eric has more 700 series than can be counted, 11 300 games, and 3 800 series – with a high of 815 bowled on November 3rd, 2008. Eric averaged 229 in the Sportsman league during the 2011-2012 season. We are pleased to have Eric included with the other great bowlers already inducted in the Greater Schuylkill Hall of Fame.
In the inaugural year of the tournament, held at Strike Zone Alleys, Devin McShaw showcased exceptional bowling prowess, securing victories over each opponent to advance through the stepladder finals. His journey began with a win over Kathy Mackelvey, with a score of 241-197. Kathy finished in 6th place and earned $100. McShaw then faced Adam Goodman in a closely contested match, prevailing with a score of 207-204. Adam finished in 5th place and won $200.
McShaw continued his impressive performance by defeating Kacy Moll 233-224, who finished 4th and won $300. In the following match, McShaw bested Kathy Tompkins 257-225, with Kathy finishing 3rd and earning $400.
However, McShaw’s winning streak was halted by Keith Monderewicz in a thrilling match, with Monderewicz emerging as the champion with a score of 247-241. McShaw finished in 2nd place and received $500, while Monderewicz claimed the top prize of $1000.
Congratulations to all the bowlers who participated in the inaugural League Bower Appreciation Tournament at Strike Zone Alleys! Your passion and skill made the event truly exciting and memorable. Special commendations to Devin McShaw, Kathy Mackelvey, Adam Goodman, Kacy Moll, Kathy Tompkins, and Keith Monderewicz for their outstanding performances and sportsmanship throughout the competition. Your dedication to the sport of bowling is truly commendable, and we look forward to seeing you all again next year!
Congratulations to The Misfits (Keith Strouse, Wendy Cunningham, Mark Mull, Jeff Snyder, and Howard King) for winning the 2nd Annual Baker Team Tournament. The Misfits led qualifying, prevailed over Keystone IT #2 in the semifinals, and took home the title against Shirk’s Pro Shop in the finals.
A thank you to all fourth bowlers who competed. We hope to see all again next year!
The GSUSBC has announced the new format for the Break the Bank contest. It now includes more average divisions, and a new second chance prize. The format goes into effect starting on 1/1/2023.
Tournament Director Paul Iommi with Champions Martinho and Simon Galane
Galante Duo Clinches Victory at the 2022 GSUSBC Youth-Adult Doubles Tournament
The 2023 GSUSBC Youth-Adult Doubles Tournament showcased exceptional talent, determination, and thrilling competition, culminating in a well-deserved victory for the team of Simon Galante and his father Martinho Galante.
Match-by-Match Recap:
Match 1: The opening match saw Mattrazzo & Keith Strouse take on Eric Buchinski & John Hudock. Matrazzo – Strouse dominated with a scratch score of 222 and a handicap of 43, combining for a total of 265. Eric & John, despite their best efforts, scored 156 scratch and 29 handicap, totaling 185.
Winner: Mattrazzo /Strouse
Match 2: Mason Mattrazzo & Keith Strouse advanced to face Carter Strouse & Jackie May in a closely contested match. Carter Strouse & Jackie May delivered a strong performance, scoring 170 scratch with a 29 handicap for a total of 199. Mason & Keith fell short with a scratch score of 120 and a 43 handicap, totaling 163.
Winner: Carter Strouse & Jackie May
Match 3: Strouse C / May J then faced Galante S / Galante M in the semi-final. Galante S / Galante M demonstrated their prowess with an impressive scratch score of 246 and a 41 handicap, finishing at 287. Strouse C / May J put up a commendable fight, scoring 210 scratch and a 29 handicap for a total of 239.
Winner: Simon & Martinho Galante
Final Match: In the championship match, Galante S / Galante M went head-to-head with the top-seeded team of Elijah Killian & Terry Rissinger. Simon & Martinho maintained their winning momentum, achieving a scratch score of 198 and a 41 handicap for a total of 239. Elijah & Terry, despite a valiant effort, scored 159 scratch and 49 handicap for a total of 208.
Winner: Simon & Martinho Galante
Champions Crowned:
Simon & Martinho’s consistent performances and teamwork earned them the championship title. Their ability to deliver under pressure was evident throughout the Stepladder Finals, cementing their status as the 2023 GSUSBC Youth-Adult Doubles Tournament champions.
Congratulations to all participants for their incredible efforts and to Simon and Martinho for their outstanding achievement!
Your hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship shone brightly throughout the competition. Joseph’s legacy was honored beautifully through your passion and talent. Well done, everyone!
