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Vol. 77 No. 48 February 1 - 7, 2017 25 cents
Peggy Elias, Wife of PBA Founder Eddie Elias, Dies Lil Man Wilder Sr. 300 at Jib Lanes
CHICAGO Peggy Elias, the the Stewardship Committee of FLUSHING, NY - Lil Man Wilder Black Duke hit 268-771, Brett
wife of the Professional The University of Akron Sr. earned top honors in the Friends Mosley 269-751, Derek Brown
Bowlers Association founder Foundation, was a generous and Family League blasting a 300 279-735, Ken Shaw 668, and Raw
Eddie Elias, died last week in donor to the College of game for a high series of 782. Dawg Womble 663.
Akron, Ohio. She was 72. Business Administration, and
Eddie and the former was instrumental in creating Jerome Bailey 300 at Rockville Centre
Margaret (Peggy) Emerson the Edward G. Elias Bowling ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY - George Deriziotis 267-215-232-
both were Akron natives. She Center in the Student Union, Jerome Bailey rolled a 300 game 714, Julio Zambrano 238-234-
was not only renowned for which houses important memo- in the Custom Thumbz Doubles 234-706, John Balbi 224-54-224-
her beauty, but had a wonder- rabilia from Eddie's years with League at Rockville Centre Lanes. 702, and Lawrence Foder 218-
ful singing voice that attracted the PBA and Peggy's career as Alby Pezzella shot 298-228-741, 247-235-700.
a talent scout after she repre- a spokeswoman and model.
sented Ohio in the 1964 Miss Most recently, she was deeply Frank Nordt 300 at Lodi Lanes
America pageant. She eventu- committed to helping UA stu-
LODI, NJ Frank Nordt collected Bowling in the Wednesday Coors
ally landed a spot with the dents through the annual
12 strikes for a 300 game to lead 5-Man, it was Scott Dunning in
singing group, the Edward G. Elias Bowling
all bowlers in the Friday G&L front with the high game of 278
Pennsylvanians. Tournament.
League at Lodi Lanes and Gabriel finishing with the high set of 722
In an article by the late hall She also served as a longtime
Moreta was right on his tail with while Matt Dunning rolled 254-
of fame bowling writer Dick member of Witan (Women in
an impressive 299 game. 719 and Bobby Williams hit 256.
Evans in 2008, Evans wrote Touch with Akron's Needs),
that Peggy called Eddie, who volunteered with the Surgery Keith Brower 300 at Rockaway Lanes
had already established a rep- Department at Akron ROCKAWAY, NJ - Keith Brower by Richard McColligan with 260-
PBA photo
utation as one of the nations Children's Hospital, Mobile found the line and tallied a 300 686, Jim Testa 259-709, Stacey
Peggy Elias
leading personal representa- Meals, the Tuesday Musical game in his 714 series, contesting Yodice 236-614, Lynne Coleman
tion agents and career managers for several well- Association and she taught Sunday school. in the Rockaway Mixed League at 236-677, Dawn Palmer 215, Linda
known athletes and show business personalities, to She is survived by her daughters, Rainy (Chris Rockaway Lanes. Humes 215-607, and Keri May
see if he could help her jump start her career in New Staniszewski) of West Palm Beach, Fla., and Annie Chris Sytsma also rolled high 214-590.
York. (Adrian Garcia) of Columbus, Ohio; grandchildren with his 287 in a 726 set followed
Eddie arranged a meeting with the William Morris Edie Staniszewski, and Emerson and Alec Garcia;
Agency which led Peggy to a successful career in aunt Mary Lou Conn and sister Linda Williams, both Nick Cristosi 300 at Majestic Lanes
modeling and commercials. What started as a profes- of Terra Alta, W.Va.; and numerous other relatives
sional relationship soon turned into a romance and and friends. HOPELAWN, NJ - Nick Cristosi 224-750, Glenn Mohr 245-
the couple soon began dating. They were married on In Eddies absence, Peggy made occasional appear- blasted a 300 game along with 246258-749, Ed Bulkilvish 268-
Nov. 21, 1968, in New York City, and they reigned as ances at important PBA events, including the organi- 204-247 for a 751 series in the 243-231-742, Anthony Martino
one of Akrons most celebrated couples for nearly 30 zations 50th Gala celebration in Las Vegas and the Raritan Bay Mens League at 245-253-241-739, Jeff Pribush, Jr
years until Eddies death in November 1995, six 2013 PBA League Elias Cup finals in Indianapolis Majestic Lanes. 275-233-218-726, and Joe
months after he suffered a major stroke. where she presented the trophy named in her hus- John Baginsky rolled 236-258- Lampariello 247-259-705.
After returning to her hometown, Peggy started her bands honor to Billie Jean King and her GEICO New 266-760, Jimmy Gill 280-246-
second career as a devoted mother of the couples two York City WTT KingPins team.
daughters, Rainy Margaret (born in 1971) and Annie In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the David Morgenberg 300 at Farmingdale
Marlo (born in 1974), and as a community volunteer. Edward G. Elias Bowling Tournament or St. Jude FARMINGDALE, NY - David Farmingdale Lanes.
Peggy was a tireless supporter of The University of Children's Research Hospital. Gifts to the tournament Morgenberg earned high game Sean Mott hit 279-232, Joseph
Akron, which named her an honorary alumna in 1997 can be made at www.uakron.edu/donate or mail a honors with his 300 game in the Cordaro 277, and Adam Kipnes
in recognition of her outstanding service and dedica- check (payable to the UA Foundation) to The Wednesday Early Mens League at and Nathaniel Fuller 259.
tion. She served UA as president of the Buchtelles, University of Akron, Department of Development,
raising money for student scholarships, and was fea- Akron, OH 44325-2603. Gifts to St. Jude can be John Colby 300 at Jersey Lanes
tured as a guest soloist on the University's 1979 made at www.stjude.org/give or mail a check to 501
LINDEN, NJ - John Colby blasted Jim Campanelli hit 269, Reggie
Christmas album, considered to be one of the best St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
a 300 game in the Friday Nite Warren 266, and Olyvia Williams
albums of the season. She also served as a member of
League at Jersey Lanes. 235.
2 SPORTS REPORTER February 1 - 7, 2017
PWBA Accepting Memberships
ARLINGTON, Texas The Professional Womens Bowling Association ROCKAWAY HIGH ROLLERS
is accepting memberships for the 2017 season and entries for the first Spanish American Mixed: Bill Vamos 278-707, Tyrone Wahl 248, Joe Karas 248-710,
four events in 2017.
Dave Katz 691.
Women who have achieved an average of 180 or higher in a United
States Bowling Congress certified league can apply for PWBA mem- Spanish American Mixed: Joe Karas 279-757, Tyrone Wahl 248-646, Jose Acevedo 246-674.
bership. International bowlers may join if they average 180 or higher
and provide proof from their countrys bowling federation. Chester Men: Stephan Szardenings 249-680, Norm Wugman 245-640, Patrick Lyness 243-
Bowlers can apply online at PWBA.com. Applicants will be notified 636, Stephen Boylan 226-611, Allan Alpaugh 222-632, CHris Fleischman 221, JT
of membership status within 30 days of submitting an application. Wilkinson 217, Steve Baird 216-602, Charlie Tredway Sr. 216-636.
The benefits of PWBA membership include: Rockaway Trios: Tom Jordan 298-765, Brian Scott 290-742, Brandon Draughn 290-750,
$100 entry fee discount on PWBA Standard events PJ Adams 287, Gary Malone 279-747, Ed Galuska 276, Larry Gonnello 717, Alison Gomer
Priority entry for PWBA Standard events 227-640, Dori Tingoli 215-569.
Discounted practice rates at official PWBA Practice Centers
Free PWBA award ring for first 300 bowled during standard PWBA event County Tuesday Night Mixed: Bob Garcia 289-685, Frank Grumka 279, Danny Nykforuk
Ability to compete in all PBA events at PBA member entry fees 279, Joe Stoothoff 258, Ed Pico 255, Sandy Turner 225-667, Rebecca Chaparro 215-551,
Right to receive a PWBA champions banner for winning a PWBA
Diana Piasecki 213, Sue Marrero 203-554, Carol Fisher 194-539.
national tour event
Right to transport equipment on the PWBA Player Services truck
Fox Hills Seniors: Joe Dagostino 234-666, Stuart Gomer 226-644, Robert Scott 214, Helen
(transport fees apply)
Personalized membership card Loverro 169-432, Lorraine Dacko 159-418, Barbara Krajkowski 154.
Right to wear the logo of a pro shop or business they own or operate
(subject to PWBA Product Registration rules) Morris Hills Mixed: Barry Webb 233-565, Sal Antoniello 169-434, Manny Barroqueiro
Right to enter the PWBA Players Championship 167, Violet Indyk 169-406, Beth Williams 161-413, Joyce Brokling 149-434.
Name listed on the PWBA website
Rockaway Women: Lois Kehmna 213-521, Carol Scheu 193-505, Marybeth Kanouse 190-
Receiving that PWBA membership card with my name on it is always 523, Susan Chillemi 190-517, Tammy Baldwin 179-510, Marie Slater 175-480, Jennifer
exciting and will never get old, PWBA spokesperson Kelly Kulick said. Kiall 175, Pat Daley 175-479.
If a bowler plans to compete in just a few events, then the discounts on
Rockaway Foursome: James Stiles 265-711, Brian Lipp 253-689, Steve Janovitiz 245,
entries and practice fees alone will more than pay for the cost of a
Brian Theirault 237-659, Joyce Hulbert 214-585, Kathy Stone 188, Judy Larick 188.
PWBA membership.
The 2017 PWBA Tour season kicks off April 27-29 with the PWBA Thursday Night Mixed: Jack Cook 259-766, Scott Struble 247-677, Mike Ireton 247-681,
Sonoma County Open at Double Decker Lanes in Rohnert Park, Tim Muelbauer 236-614, Sean Edwards 235-595, Leeann Chervsik 210-528, Maria
California. It will be followed by two more stops in California the
Janovitz 208-511, Linda Alven 205-522, Nidia Heneveld 196-502.
PWBA Storm Sacramento Open and the PWBA Fountain Valley Open
before the first major of the season, the USBC Queens in Baton Rouge, Nor Bu Lodge: Matthew Suk 257-613, Phil Dattolo 246-639, Roger Mckeon 245, Mary
Louisiana, set for May 17-23. Abasto 212-553, Marie Vantreuren 209-500, Kathleen Reilly 190-540.
Put Togethers: Fred Driver 191-492, Scott Brandsteter 183-482, Geno McCroy 177-507,
Michelle Halko 195-517, Amy Caselli 166-463, Sheryl Carfi 166-446.
Rockaway Mixed: Ryan Prevost 279-750, Ken Wierzbinski 278, Chris Sytsma 269-668,
Dave Sabella 259-706, Donna Sodano 269-669, Nicole Malson 266-666, Denise Frey 242-
617, Dawn Palmer 238-624.
Youth Program
Bumper Busters: Joey Martella 96-188, Jordan Lipp 85-161, Jacob Paniconi 79-149.
Ball Busters: Robert Murray 182-536, Liam Reale 159-411, Matthew Dignam 134-368, Ty
Carra 133-370, Jacob Ward 133-285, Brandon Collins 114-294, Brandon Lipp 94-273.
Weekend Warriors: Isaac Russell 213-590, Benjamin Cruz 118-231, Benjamin Ginsberg
101-191, Chelsey Cruz 108-297.
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HOPELAWN, NJ - Dave Sabin topped the scoring in the Middlesex
County Classic League blasting games of 279-276-226 for a high series Jay McCray 299 Willie Fessler 740 Chris Piccininni 722
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Anthony Bascone 244-257-225-726. 217 for a high series of 754. League blasting games of 299-236 rolling games of 234-222-256 for
Jerry George rolled 246-216- for a high series of 740. a high series of 722.
Rob Byrd 729 at Parkway Lanes 227-689, George Fields 219-268- Teddy Avgerinos shot 248-256- Les Forrai hit 256-222-225-703,
686, Ed Frontera 257-224-664, 224-7287, Scott Rufer 244-233- James Borzoni 264-234-702,
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and Mike Pollard 246. 245-722, Jeremy Slade 226-245- Chris Widmer 226-221-246-693,
228-223-278 for a strong 729 series in the Wednesday, Teterboro
In the Monday Ladies Classic 258-719, Mark DeLuca 279-224- Robert Picard 246-243-681, and
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League Lora Kessinger shot 195, 715, and Mark Slade 270-233- Bill Latham 247-246-678.
The rest of the field for that night consisted of Richard DeRosa Jr. 269-
Mary Alagna 185, Dottie Maffucci 715. Ed Graeff, Steve Parkes 278
719, Bobby Brown 248-710, James Viola 257-708, Kevin Riebesell
179, and Remee Malley and Patty Bob Thorne 738 ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY - Ed
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Kevin DeFrancesco 255-693.
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