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Vol. 72 No. 48 February 1 - 7, 2012 50 cents

Englands Stuart Williams Wins PBA Viper Open

Third-year competitor becomes first English bowler to win a PBA Tour title
Bill Vint - PBA

Mark Duca 300-825 at T-Bowl

WAYNE, NJ Mark Duca earned top honors in the Knights of Pythias League blasting a 300 game for a high series of 825. Daryl Milchman shot 299, Dave Herman and Nivek Easton 279, Chris Ball, Sr. 265, Emil Moretti 259, Bob Carney 258-738, Rob Gilbert 258, and Bob Kubichek 254.

LAS VEGAS Englands Stuart Williams, a thirdyear Professional Bowlers Association competitor, defeated Venezuelas Ildemaro Ruiz, 246-194, to win the PBA Bayer Viper Open at South Point Casino and Hotel, becoming the first English bowler ever to win a PBA Tour title. The finals of the Bayer Viper Open, the first of four PBA animal pattern championships contested during the PBA World Series of Bowling. Williams, 30, started the title match with a spare and then reeled off five strikes in a row, building an insurmountable 44-pin lead when Ruiz failed to convert the 3-10 baby split in the fifth frame and missed a 10 pin in the sixth. Along with his first PBA Tour title, Williams earned $15,000 and an automatic berth in the Round of 36 for the end-of-season PBA Tournament of Champions, April 8-15 at Red Rock Lanes in Las Vegas. This is the best. Its great. Im really excited, Williams said. Once youve won, it makes it easier the second time. It certainly loosens up the arm swing. Bowling on the PBA Tour is all about learning the different moves you have to make. I had one full season, and half a season last year, and I feel like I learned a great deal, he continued. I spoke to the right people and they helped me out a lot. I throw many less bad shots per game now. I try to throw at least nine good shots a game, rather than six or seven. When youre playing against the best players in the world, you cant get away with throwing those bad shots. Today you had to be more conscious about using your speed adjustments rather than opening up angles. Thats one of the attributes of my game, so I felt comfortable that if I could just get through two games and the lanes didnt get too easy, I felt like I had a pretty good chance. Williams established himself in the first game of the three-game eliminator finals, throwing nine strikes in 12 attempts for a 238. Ruiz was next with a 213, Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., posted a 203 and qualifying leader Mike Fagan of Dallas was eliminated with a 192 for the rounds lowest score.

Jim Demas 814 at Holiday Bowl

OAKLAND, NJ - Jim Demas took the spotlight rolling 268-267279 for an impressive 814 set while competing in the Sal Marino Classic at Holiday Bowl. Henry Carlos did great tossing 278-269-237 for a 784 series followed by Alex Rodriguez 255258-257 770, Carson Lowder 266268-236 770, Harry Scheck 269278 753, Shawn Aiello 267-267 736, Mike Kenney 255-243 722, Joey Jones 268-240 718, Scott Gormley 257-236 717, Jim Schnaidt 247-232 708, Bob Lippi 258-258 706, Ken Knipping 289236 706, and Mike D'Angelo with a 290 in a 695 series.

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Stuart Williams Englands first PBAChampion.

Tom Twist Rolled 300-813 At AMF Wallington

WALLINGTON, NJ - Tom, yes I did it again, Twist rolled another 300 and if that wasnt spectacular enough he finished the Tuesday Bud Light 4 Man session with an 813 series. Then there was Frank Dilorenzo 256 730 series, Gary Vincente with a 256, 244,215 715 , Jim Gincarlo fired a 228,256,230 714, Joe Leardo Jr had agood night with his 236,225,224 685. Tony Lore shot 247,207,235 689. Lets not forget the ladies Karen Valenti tossed a 212 and Lauren Rybak 204.

Ruiz led the closely-contested game two with a 201. Williams advanced to the title match with a mistake-free 197. Rash was eliminated with a 186 game. A 4-6-10 split in the third frame and an unconverted 1-2-6-10 spare attempt in the ninth ended Rashs hopes. The victory gave Williams a feeling of redemption after a disappointing 2010-11 season that began when he was denied entry into the United States over a visa problem, causing him to miss the entire PBA World Series of Bowling. It comes down to what does it take to make you stronger, Williams said. We all have to go through adversity and it was my turn. Everything has gone well since then. A title winner in bowling competitions in nine different countries, Williams was thrilled to add the United States as his 10th. Being the first English title winner has become my specialty, he smiled I was the first Englishman to win on the European Bowling Tour, too, so hopefully this will lead to a flood of English wins on the American tour.

Michael Morris 811 at Majestic

HOPELAWN, NJ Michael Morris earned top game and set honors while rolling in the NJ Turnpike League blasting games of 236-297-278 for the session high series of 811. Drew Rucinski rolled 241-254679, Ed Aumann 235-205-634, Pat Jones 225, Kevin McCarthy 222, and Mark Lee 212. In the Nulty Knockers League Alexa Lentini shot 259-622, Carole Morgan 234, and Anita Petradi 204.

Bill Dutton 300 at Farmingdale

FARMINGDALE, NY Bill Dutton blasted a 300 game in the Wednesday Early Mens League at Farmingdale Lanes. Steve Gonzales rolled 248-227280-755, BJ Fuller 214-222-278714, and Jim Roach 269.

Robert OConnor, John Cummings Blast 300 At Farmingdale Lanes

FARMINGDALE, NY Robert OConnor and John Cummings each blasted perfect with a 300 game in the Thursday 3-Man League at Farmingdale Lanes. Eric Smyth rolled 225-269-255-749, Don Perillo 224-268-255-747, Doug Feldman 256-247-269-772, Lukas Zito 263-287-227-777, Eugene Neal 201-279-237-717, Mark Monfoletto 257-233-232-722, Joe Casale 235-245-238-718, and Glenn Gerstner 256-258-202-716.

Tom Dinardo, Jr. 300 at Rabs

STATEN ISLAND, NY Tom Dinardo, Jr. blasted a 300 game for a 726 series in the Tom McGuire Sr. Mens League at Rabs Country Lanes. Bob Cloke rolled 269-258-741, Tommy Amendola 256-696, Steve Keller 247-696, Thomas Hughes 268-697, Lenny Riviere 245-672, Don Schwed 269-663, Joe Carlo 276, and Frank Amon 269-663.

SPORTS REPORTER

February 1 - 7, 2012

J o a n Ta y l o r s . . . . . . . . . . . Te n P i n R a p
Matt Servedio, 17, saw his first perfect game, this after only five years of bowling. This was in his Jefferson High School league. Matt is averaging 214. He is also in the Junior Gold league. In a way he got into bowling as self defense. I was going to the lanes with my father because my brother David (age 20 now) was into baseball in the spring and I had nothing to do. Was he nervous, going for 12 strikes? Oh my gosh yes, he said. I am one of the most nervous people when it comes to anything. From the sixth frame on, after a crossover hit, I felt my knees shaking. So I took myself away from everybody else on the pair. I didnt talk to anybody. His team has gone undefeated in matches. And its no wonder. His high school coach is Marianne DiRupo. This high school senior dedicated his game to his family including parents Anthony and Fay. He plans to go to West Virginia University in September. Last week I had occasion to e-mail a seller on Amazon about a purchase. It turned out that his name is Chris Barnes, but unlike the pro bowler, he lives in North Carolina, not Texas. I asked the seller if he knew that there is a successful professional bowler with the same name as his, and he wrote, Yep - I took my family bowling in Durham once and I noticed an unusual amount of attention my way but it didnt last long when my ball hopped down the lane and then jumped onto the next lane. The owner walked up and said that when everyone saw my name on the overhead monitor they thought I was him until I let the ball go.

Al Gaines 762 at North Arlington

NO. ARLINGTON, NJ- Al Gaines topped the scoring in the Sunday Morning Trios League at North Arlington Bowl firing a 258 game for a high series of 762. Jay Judowski rolled 278-753, Pete Honan 268-749, Mike Stella 268738, Russ van Housen 257-736, Tom Jordan 258-733, Keith Dobres 255-727, Mike Kwiecien 258-719, Noah Lynch 279-711, Bobby Willis 249-710, Rody Kemple 244-709, and Jose Cabrera, Jr. 277-702.

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Don Carter died on January 5th and with him passed an era never to be matched or forgotten. Carters long and productive life of 85 years leaves a legacy of changing not just the face of bowling but the heart and soul of bowling as a sport. Carter was known by many nicknames, ranging from Bosco, his favorite drink, to the King of Bowling, because Carter was so often photographed with a crown of triumph. The most fitting was Mr. Bowling. That says it all, and he did it all. Carter first got into bowling when he turned 13 and among his gifts from Mom Carter was a free game of bowling. He liked it and became quickly involved. Moms home became the home of Dons trophies and awards. Mom Carter created a bit of bowling history when she took the backs of her sons bowling shirts and created a bowling quilt. Much has been said and written about his bowling style, a low crouch to the foul line, what seemed like a shove or push of the ball at the delivery. In his early days he had to often use balls with large finger holes and that necessitated his push technique. Why didnt more bowlers copy his ways? Simple. As his fellow Hall of Famers Carmen Salvino and Nelson Burton Jr. pointed out, he was an exceptional athlete, always in top physical shape, a rugged six footer in the 200 pound area with exceptional wrist, arm and shoulder strength and coordination. He knew his game, and practiced his game, and was a true pro in every sense of the word. He played minor league baseball after a stint in the Navy, batted more than .300 and pitched well. But the pay scale was minor and he seized every opportunity in bowling, culminating with a sponsorship by Budweiser when team bowling was a big attraction and every major city had classic leagues. The Budweiser team listed Carter, Dick Weber, Ray Bluth, Tom Hennessey and Pat Patterson, generally considered the greatest team of all time, all future Hall of Famers. Whitey Harris, a dedicated bowler, helped guide the team, and the Budweiser teams bus, a home away from home, was a high status sign for bowling, as were their spotless uniforms. Over the years many top names graced the Bud lineup, but the Carter name and feats led all the rest. The team won four straight national team titles and piled up the other championships available.

Carter amazed with his versatility. He won the AllStar, now the U.S. Open, four times, the World Invitational five times, every major individual title up for grabs, and was a six-time Bowler of the Year. Carter excelled in tournaments that tested mind and body for 100 games in less than a week. Yet he gained as much fame and notice, and excellent prize checks, on such featured bowling shows as Jackpot Bowling on NBC, which allowed bowlers nine balls, for strikes only, and ABCs Make That Spare, a mere five shots at selected spares followed by a bonus spare conversion try. In the late 1950s and early 1960s the inner battle in bowling was whether the newly formed Professional Bowlers Association or the ambitious National Bowling League would receive a major TV contract with rights money for each show that would guarantee their survival, but almost assure their success. Carter decided to go with the PBA and did not sign with any of the NBL teams that made him fabulous offers. His famous teammates and associates also declined bids. That decision of Carter is given credit for the PBAs decades of success on TV and his help in so many ways to founder Eddie Elias. Carter went into the bowling center business and he and his associates insisted on the best of modern facilities, pro shops, and anything that was necessary to enhance the appeal of bowling as a sport. Carter centers became the bowlers country clubs whether you were a kid or a grandparent. Carters name became well associated with all the great athletes of his time -- and it paid off in big bucks too. In 1964, already a top earner in sports, Carter signed the first million dollar contract with ball maker Ebonite, a figure no other athlete had ever commanded. Carter and his widow, former U.S. Open champ and Hall of Famer Paula, have been dedicated to anything that will help the sport. They have been especially active in aiding young people overcome problems caused by drug affected parents. Carter, an astute observer of everything to do with bowling, from rules to equipment to promotions, lit up every room or bowling center he ever entered without ever attempting to be flashy or flamboyant. To many, he was the greatest bowler who ever performed. To all, he is a shining example of bowling historys brightest all-around star.

February 1 - 7, 2012

SPORTS REPORTER

AT PLAZA
USBC President Jim Sturm Ends Term
To Assume New Bowling Executive Position
ARLINGTON, Texas - United States Bowling Congress President Jim Sturm has stepped down as president of the organization and from the USBC Board of Directors to assume a new position as Executive Director of Bowling Operations for the Tri Properties Hotel and Casino group in Reno, Nev. "I am excited to have the opportunity to join a team dedicated to renovating the National Bowling Stadium in Reno for future generations," Sturm said. "I felt stepping aside was necessary to avoid any appearance of a potential conflict and for the protection of USBC." Sturm's role will be to bring corporate groups and conventions to Reno and the Tri Properties that have an affinity towards bowling such as Bowl for the Cure, Bowlers to Veterans Link and International Bowling Museum and Hall of Fame related events. Sturm, a nationally known instructor, also will run a training academy in Reno using USBC coaching and development programs. The USBC Board of Directors will meet for a scheduled board meeting. At that time, they will take action to select a president for the remainder of the term that ends July 31, 2012.

John Fuerstein Wins at Farmingdale

FARMINGDALE. NY - Jon Fuerstein, the number 4 qualifier, took first place in the Farmingdale Lanes Monthly Scholarship Tournament. After 4 games of qualifying Chris Valentine # 5 qualifier bowled Fuerstein (4) and Chris Olsen (3) in a one game roll off from which the winner would move on to face # 2 qualifier Steve Hamlin. Valentine and Fuerstein took turns throwing strikes, with Fuerstein quick to come out of the box with a 5-bagger and Valentine making a run at the end, but coming up just short. Olsen just couldnt put strikes together and finished in 5th place and Velentie finished in 4th. Fuerstein moved on to face Steven Hamlin the #2 qualifier who had tied Nick Mayo in the opening 3 game qualifying set, only to lose to Mayo in a two frame roll off. Mayos 290 game in the qualifying round was high game for the tournament. Fuerstein kept his momentum defeating Hamlin to move on and face Mayo, a close friend, for the championship. Fuerstein just kept trucking in the final match shooting 202, enough to beat Mayo who finished 2nd. good for a $65.00 scholarship award. Jon, the tournament champion won a $100.00 scholarship award. Our thanks to Bowlers Source Pro-Shop for their $25.00 gift certificate won by Anthony Kline.

Mark Mastras 256

MADISON, NJ - Mark Mastras led the Livingston Business Mens League with a high game of 256. Steve Payne rolled 249, Victor Pitra 247-642, Steve Lella 634, and Scott Nelson 622. In the MC Police & Fire League Ken Kastner and Dan Pridham rolled 246, Tom Lockburner 233.

Jim Sirica 245

MADISON, NJ - Jim Sirica was lead bowler in the Thursday Mixed League firing a 245 game for a high 643 set. Frank Parrillo hit 232, Charles Wilfong 226, Laura Russo 223, Travis Wilfong 615, and Mike Jenkins 608.

Liesl Apgar 224

MADISON, NJ - In the Ladies League Liesl Apgar rolled 224, Cindy Heinemeyer 213, and Elaine Wilson 203.

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SPORTS REPORTER
Glenn Gerstner 792
FARMINGDALE, NY Glenn Gerstner topped the scoring in the Thursday 3-Man League firing 258-264-270 for a 792 high set. Don Perillo rolled 268-257246-771, Michael Anspach 237243-225-705, Jeff Fennell 233233-227-693, George Bove 227222-244-693, Zbigniew Kamirowski 227-226-237-690, Warren Cooperstein 204-248235-686, Eugene Neal 246-243685, and Rich Tooker 245-228207-680.

February 1 - 7, 2012

AT FARMINGDALE LANES
Frank Magro 719
FARMINGDALE, NY Frank Magro led the scoring in the Wednesday Early Mens League rolling 226-216-277 for a high series of 719. BJ Fuller rolled 202-258-247707, Bob McNally 268-229-200697, Larry Langman 237-224236-697, Joe Caracciolo 217-227257-701, and Willy Petro 258232-688. In the Wednesday Party League Dave Panichi rolled 257-218-205680 and Mike Marrazzo 259. In the Tuesday Nite Owls League George Zander shot 234225-224-683. Craig Bogart shot 209-218232-659 in the Sunday Early Mixed League. Dan Thompson shot 205-227266-698 in the Saturday PMS League.

Kevin Kremler 726

FARMINGDALE, NY Kevin Kremler led the scoring in the Monday Half Hollow Hills League firing games of 244-238244 for a high series of 726. Micky Newbeck shot 269231-695, and Tom Collins 243222-213-681.

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SPORTS REPORTER

SPORTS REPORTER

February 1 - 7, 2012

Mark Galliano 747 In OLV

By Al Smetana WAYNE, NJ Mark Galliano was the nights big shooter rolling in Our Lady of the Valley at T-Bowl tossing a 278 on the way to a 747 series. Jeff Dudas came in next with 238-666 and Rich Shanley with a pair of 226 games to finish with 660, Harry Fivehouse bowled 227-652, Tom Kaynak 255-617 and Ed Fitzpatrick 217-601.

SO. LEVITTOWN
In the Thursday Hits and Misses: Ken Snell 259, Patrick Fisher 243. In the Saturday Bi-Monthly B: Larry Markowitz 267, Pat Sauer 244,655. In the Monday LIA: Kenny Daughn 269, Nick Marchelos 258, Ed Werbeck 257,694, Joey Orlando 247, Pete Taormina 246, Tony Santilli 243, John Pasciucco 241, Lil Fuch Fucci 238, Marlo Weissman 223, Dawn Palladino 210,202, JoAnn Orlando 204. In the Monday Seniors: Bob Haskin 225, Michael Sala 213, Joe Marsiello 204, Irene Barager 199, Jack Mateer 233, Bill Sala 214, Bob Sandkuhl 210, Rich Mennona 201.

AT WALLINGTON LANES
By Gloria Volpe KBA Has the 1st Place title for the first half of the season. Jeremy Rybak came out of the box firing a 299 with a 729 series. Brother Jason Rybak wanted a piece of the glory and shot a 258 with a 705. Their sister Lauren Rybak shot 214-208-202 with a 624. What a family of bowlers. Ralph Castellano was on fire with a 290 and Tony Lore had a 280 with a 746 series. Kevin Tito Jackson had 3 great games279-268-244 791. There were so many high scores to mention, here are just a few of the highlights. Chris Montagna 279 701, Tom Twist 111 277 703, Craig Bagnoli264 714 and Chuck Cocozzo 258 739. Monday Night Bowling. No blue Monday for these bowlers. Adam Fingerroth led the group with a 258 and a nice 719 series. Mike Roman shot a 258 along with Rich Lisa. Joe Szewczyk 254 and our own here at Wallington Brian Heinrich 253-640 and Marko Petronijevic 245, nice going boys. The ladies, Linda Rose 227 Nicky Torres 222 Maria Henkelman 213. Sun Mixed Joe Montefusco Jr. Made Sr. (Aka Pops) proud with a 244 -222-633 Mike Laspada 226-626 Paula Malti had a 212.

Mike Semancik Jr 728 at Parkway

Elmwood Park, NJ Mike Semancik Jr led all pin attackers with scores of 259-245-224 for a strong 728 series to lead an active night of high scorers in the Wednesday, Teterboro Bowling League, at Parkway Lanes. Mark Marton 269-700, rolled another nice series while Joe Donnarumma 238-690, Tony Viola 236-687, Mike Aiellos 256-678, and Matt Dunning 246-660.

February 1 - 7, 2012

SPORTS REPORTER

AT RABS
Nick Bianco 758
STATEN ISLAND, NY Nick Bianco led the scoring in the Thursday 9:30 Mix League firing 267-265 for a high series of 758. Roy Tummina, Jr. rolled 248278-751, Andrew Guertin 258246-717, Dave Colon 240-253703, Sean Irvine 268-684, Patrick Brady 258-683, and Chris Awhal 678.

John Vierno 743

STATEN ISLAND, NY John Vierno led the scoring in the Getaway League firing games of 279-242 for a high series of 743. Thomas Conners rolled 246684, Kenny Jacobs 661, Jason Penna 257, Tommy Cunningham 255, Mike Chiusano 253, and Ray Laursen, Jr. 247. In the Friday Nite Mixed Quarters League Joe DEsposito shot 257, Lisa Samways 225, Kevin Magnussen 677, Matt Riccardone 669, Liz Gottlieb 223210-604, Meg Bell 211, and Lillian Rivera 212.

SPORTS REPORTER

February 1 - 7, 2012

THE MAGIC AT MAJESTIC

Glenn Mohr 772
HOPELAWN, NJ Glenn Mohr topped the scoring in the Raritan Bay Mens League firing games of 237-256-279 for a high series of 772. Joe Lampariello shot 277-258217-752, Frank Mortensen 217235-267-719, Steve Venito 256213-248-717, Lee Kay 280-233710, Rick Choinacki 213-258235-706, Angelo Fallacaro III 207-216-278-701.

Rene Rodriguez 299

HOPELAWN, NJ Rene Rodriguez led the scoring in the Sunday Nite Mixed League pitching 203-299 for a high series of 696. Elio Carrasco rolled 212-265216-693, Lauro Perez 226-259656, Robert Krimin 236-246-640, Cid Stentella 227-223-631, and Rich Nieratka 201-213-210-624.

Dan Krakowski 717

HOPELAWN, NJ Dan Krakowski led the scoring in the Friday Nite Mixed League firing 226-278-213 for a high 717 set. Gary McGinness rolled 258267-716, Kevin Eccleston 223237-234-694, Richard Funk III 265-216-201-682, Tony Tamondong 205-214-245-664, and Vinnie Russo 217-233-643. In the Avenel Youth League Anthony Ruiz rolled 236-206, Jason Amsterdam 232, and James Wesson 202.

Dan Pawelek 666

HOPELAWN, NJ- Dan Pawelek paced the scoring in the Family League firing games of 216-202248 for a high series of 666. Rocco Furtunato rolled 236236-658, Steve Venito 207-224217-647, James Medoro 258-632, Dave Morgante 217-216-629, Bob Nebus 214-213-629, Heather Medoro 229, Amanda Small 214, Joey Mack 209, Benjamin Bobrowski 212, and Nicholas Krimin 203-214.

Mark Makwinski 666

HOPELAWN, NJ Mark Makwinski was top knight bowling in the Knights of Columbus League when he rolled 253-223 for a 666 high set. Bob Banko rolled 226-218221-665, Cid Stentella 220-245657, John Shimko 256-629, Joe Vollmuth 214-212-620, and Anthony Cursi 232. In the Merck League Tom Vickery shot 235-611, John Halliday 205-223, John Strauss 233, Bob Zullo, Sr. 234, and Kevin Bovaird 214.

Don Anione 760

HOPELAWN, NJ Don Anione led the His & Hers League with games of 258-260-242 for a 760 high set. Dennis DeCrosta rolled 236259-209-704, Walter Malecki 234224-234-692, Tom Poulos 214216-235-665, Bonnie DeSimone 247-203-201-651, Andy Shafer 233-217-649, and Jessica Medoro 209-244-623.

Erin Drakoulis 751

HOPELAWN, NJ Erin Drakoulis led the Madison Park Men tossing 269-235-247 for a high series of 751. Pete Tirado shot 226-290-226742, John Antonelli 256-248-200704, Rich Funk III 223-278-696, Joe Herber 233-267-682, Andrew Tripka 222-233-221-676, Nick Guarneri 214-233-212-659, and Krista Blackford 200-234-627.

Brian Petretta 683

HOPELAWN, NJ Brian Petretta led the Thursday Mixed Nuts rolling games of 224-263 for a high 683 set. Rolando Vazquez rolled 213234-208-655, William Bailey 202236-622, and Mike V. Kennelly 237.

Andre Strazza 660

HOPELAWN, NJ Andre Strazza led the scoring in the Friends & Family league firing games of 223-223-214 for a high series of 660. Vinnie Millazo rolled 202-239639, Michael Peterson 224-213628, Lou San Jose 245, and Sherry Garcia 200-203.

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