A range of topics was covered at the monthly board of directors meeting Sunday night. New committees were shored up and future projects were discussed.
First, regarding the upcoming Auburn Championships, the 10:30 a.m. Saturday team squad at Rainbow Lanes has been canceled. Teams can still bowl Feb. 24-25 and Feb. 27-29, but entries close Saturday, the first day of the tournament.
For the singles and doubles March 7-9 at Cedar House Lanes, walk-ins will be accepted.
President Dennis O'Donnell said that $500 donated by the estate of Al Mamuscia would be used for the annual Bowler of the Year Award, now named in memory of Mamuscia.
The winner would receive a ring. Mike Ryan, who won The Citizen Masters, is the leader in points so far.
O'Donnell also said that anyone interested in becoming a board member could download an application from auburnusbc.com and return it to any director.
Ryan, who is also the association manager, has long wanted to establish a closer working relationship with the youth program.
He was impressed with the number of youngsters for the Byrn's Junior Masters qualifying round at Falcon Lanes recently.
He'd like to help provide direction for those hoping to make the jump to the adult leagues.
He proposed, in rough terms, Saturday sessions next August where adults could encourage and interact with the children while bowling together.
“It would strengthen our relationship with the kids and the bowling centers,” said Ryan, who added that the juniors could also learn how lanes are conditioned.
Ryan hopes to have a committee in place by March, with the entire plan finalized a month later.
Discussion then turned to The Citizen Masters. O'Donnell noted positive feedback from the men's tournament this year.
Eight non-qualifiers just below the 611 cutoff score were awarded $25.
That practice, he said, will continue.
Altering the tournament format has been a hot topic the past couple of years. The board is always open to make it better and more efficient.
“The tournament is the highlight of the season, and I realize we need to be careful about changing things,” said Director Jeff Matty, who favored allowing more entries.
Other ideas included shortening the event from four weekends to three, adding at least one Saturday evening match-play shift, and bringing the men and women together before the final weekend.
Ryan then appointed a Masters committee to hash out any new proposals for future discussion.
Association members should check the Web site for a chance to weigh in on their thoughts about any changes they'd like to see.
Pilat rolls 300 in Valentines' event
Dan Pilat bowled a 300 game as he and partner Becca O'Donnell rolled 1,328 to win Division One of the 700 Club Valentines' Couples Tournament last Saturday at Rainbow Lanes.
Pilat finished with 725 while O'Donnell rolled 603. The pair earned $120 for their victory in the 386 average-and-over category.
Mike Ryan fired an 802 series, including a 298 game, as he and Denise Ryan (489) placed second with 1,291 to win $80. Ann Fenton (535) and Mike Sheehan (746) were third with 1,281 to win $60.
In Division Two (359-385), Brandon Mettler rolled a 299 game en route to 713, while partner Kira Mettler added 566 for a 1,279 to take first place and $120. Chris Bacon (710-290) and Kim Bacon (434) were second with 1,144 to earn $80. Ron Rizzo (614) and Kay Rizzo (490) had 1,104 to place third, taking home $60.
Neale Baran (692) and Linda Baran (443) led Division Three (358-and-under) with 1,145 to win $120. John Ashby (702) and Mary Dennis (381) finished second with 1,083 to earn $70, while Lee Burnett (709) and Joanna Gallo (374) were third with 1,083 to win $70.
Other top scorers for the men were Greg Spinelli (728), Rick Liccion (716) and Benny Appleby (700).
The 700 Club Trios event will be noon, March 16 at Cedar House Lanes. It is limited to the first 18 teams. Contact Dennis O'Donnell at 252-1939 or 224-241 to enter.
Slater, Ryan win Sport League
Corey Slater and Mike Ryan teamed up to win the Starlite Lanes PBA Experience Sport League. They finished with 123 points, ahead of team Kevin Ashby-Mike Walker Jr., which had 105.
Wayne Bibbens rolled 780 to take high honors on the last night. He was followed by Ryan (773), Jason Whiteside (765), Brian Brooks (748), Bill Stanley (732) and John A. Locastro (732).
Completing the standings were: Dick Bobbett-Mike Wilczek (103), Jim Locastro-Brooks (100.5), Brandon Slayton-Feldman Jr. (96.5), Dan Pilat-Becca O'Donnell (94) and Patty Wright-Benny Appleby (86.5).
Also, Steve Rusin-Nick Pingryn (85), Jamie Cordway-Paul Roche (75.5), Wayne Bibbens-Greg Bibbens (74), Doug Augustine-Ted Phillips (67), David Whiteside-Jason Whiteside (64.5), Dan McNeilly-Justin Wayne (56) and Rob Darling-David Hunter (33.5).
Men's, women's tournaments to begin
Men and women bowlers may now sign up for the upcoming association tournaments.
The 73rd annual men's event, which features team, singles and doubles categories, runs Feb. 23-March 9. The team competition at Rainbow Lanes rolls Feb. 23-25 and Feb. 27-29. Cedar House Lanes hosts the singles and doubles March 7-9. The team event costs $100 while singles and doubles costs $80.
The women's tournament, in its second year, bowls on Feb. 23-24 at Starlite Lanes for the four-person team event ($64). The singles and doubles event ($32) rolls March 1-2 at Falcon Lanes.
Visit the Auburn USBC Web site to download applications or contact Mike Ryan (730-2901) or Ann Fenton (923-2180) for more information.
King Ferry Team No-Tap starts in March
The ninth annual King Ferry Lanes No-Tap Team Handicap Tournament begins on March 7 and will run every Tuesday and Sunday throughout the month. Five-person teams may have any combination of men and women, and there is a maximum average of 1,050.
The event costs $150 per team, and first prize is $1,000. Handicap is 80 percent of 200. Squads on Tuesdays are 7 and 9 p.m., while Sunday squads are 10 a.m. and noon. The top six qualifying teams will roll off March 25 at 7 p.m. Flyers are available at all area bowling centers. Teams should reserve a spot by calling Bill Dockstader at 364-8009.
For the singles and doubles March 7-9 at Cedar House Lanes, walk-ins will be accepted.
President Dennis O'Donnell said that $500 donated by the estate of Al Mamuscia would be used for the annual Bowler of the Year Award, now named in memory of Mamuscia.
The winner would receive a ring. Mike Ryan, who won The Citizen Masters, is the leader in points so far.
O'Donnell also said that anyone interested in becoming a board member could download an application from auburnusbc.com and return it to any director.
Ryan, who is also the association manager, has long wanted to establish a closer working relationship with the youth program.
He was impressed with the number of youngsters for the Byrn's Junior Masters qualifying round at Falcon Lanes recently.
He'd like to help provide direction for those hoping to make the jump to the adult leagues.
He proposed, in rough terms, Saturday sessions next August where adults could encourage and interact with the children while bowling together.
“It would strengthen our relationship with the kids and the bowling centers,” said Ryan, who added that the juniors could also learn how lanes are conditioned.
Ryan hopes to have a committee in place by March, with the entire plan finalized a month later.
Discussion then turned to The Citizen Masters. O'Donnell noted positive feedback from the men's tournament this year.
Eight non-qualifiers just below the 611 cutoff score were awarded $25.
That practice, he said, will continue.
Altering the tournament format has been a hot topic the past couple of years. The board is always open to make it better and more efficient.
“The tournament is the highlight of the season, and I realize we need to be careful about changing things,” said Director Jeff Matty, who favored allowing more entries.
Other ideas included shortening the event from four weekends to three, adding at least one Saturday evening match-play shift, and bringing the men and women together before the final weekend.
Ryan then appointed a Masters committee to hash out any new proposals for future discussion.
Association members should check the Web site for a chance to weigh in on their thoughts about any changes they'd like to see.
Pilat rolls 300 in Valentines' event
Dan Pilat bowled a 300 game as he and partner Becca O'Donnell rolled 1,328 to win Division One of the 700 Club Valentines' Couples Tournament last Saturday at Rainbow Lanes.
Pilat finished with 725 while O'Donnell rolled 603. The pair earned $120 for their victory in the 386 average-and-over category.
Mike Ryan fired an 802 series, including a 298 game, as he and Denise Ryan (489) placed second with 1,291 to win $80. Ann Fenton (535) and Mike Sheehan (746) were third with 1,281 to win $60.
In Division Two (359-385), Brandon Mettler rolled a 299 game en route to 713, while partner Kira Mettler added 566 for a 1,279 to take first place and $120. Chris Bacon (710-290) and Kim Bacon (434) were second with 1,144 to earn $80. Ron Rizzo (614) and Kay Rizzo (490) had 1,104 to place third, taking home $60.
Neale Baran (692) and Linda Baran (443) led Division Three (358-and-under) with 1,145 to win $120. John Ashby (702) and Mary Dennis (381) finished second with 1,083 to earn $70, while Lee Burnett (709) and Joanna Gallo (374) were third with 1,083 to win $70.
Other top scorers for the men were Greg Spinelli (728), Rick Liccion (716) and Benny Appleby (700).
The 700 Club Trios event will be noon, March 16 at Cedar House Lanes. It is limited to the first 18 teams. Contact Dennis O'Donnell at 252-1939 or 224-241 to enter.
Slater, Ryan win Sport League
Corey Slater and Mike Ryan teamed up to win the Starlite Lanes PBA Experience Sport League. They finished with 123 points, ahead of team Kevin Ashby-Mike Walker Jr., which had 105.
Wayne Bibbens rolled 780 to take high honors on the last night. He was followed by Ryan (773), Jason Whiteside (765), Brian Brooks (748), Bill Stanley (732) and John A. Locastro (732).
Completing the standings were: Dick Bobbett-Mike Wilczek (103), Jim Locastro-Brooks (100.5), Brandon Slayton-Feldman Jr. (96.5), Dan Pilat-Becca O'Donnell (94) and Patty Wright-Benny Appleby (86.5).
Also, Steve Rusin-Nick Pingryn (85), Jamie Cordway-Paul Roche (75.5), Wayne Bibbens-Greg Bibbens (74), Doug Augustine-Ted Phillips (67), David Whiteside-Jason Whiteside (64.5), Dan McNeilly-Justin Wayne (56) and Rob Darling-David Hunter (33.5).
Men's, women's tournaments to begin
Men and women bowlers may now sign up for the upcoming association tournaments.
The 73rd annual men's event, which features team, singles and doubles categories, runs Feb. 23-March 9. The team competition at Rainbow Lanes rolls Feb. 23-25 and Feb. 27-29. Cedar House Lanes hosts the singles and doubles March 7-9. The team event costs $100 while singles and doubles costs $80.
The women's tournament, in its second year, bowls on Feb. 23-24 at Starlite Lanes for the four-person team event ($64). The singles and doubles event ($32) rolls March 1-2 at Falcon Lanes.
Visit the Auburn USBC Web site to download applications or contact Mike Ryan (730-2901) or Ann Fenton (923-2180) for more information.
King Ferry Team No-Tap starts in March
The ninth annual King Ferry Lanes No-Tap Team Handicap Tournament begins on March 7 and will run every Tuesday and Sunday throughout the month. Five-person teams may have any combination of men and women, and there is a maximum average of 1,050.
The event costs $150 per team, and first prize is $1,000. Handicap is 80 percent of 200. Squads on Tuesdays are 7 and 9 p.m., while Sunday squads are 10 a.m. and noon. The top six qualifying teams will roll off March 25 at 7 p.m. Flyers are available at all area bowling centers. Teams should reserve a spot by calling Bill Dockstader at 364-8009.
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