Seven People Honored by New York State
Date Posted: June 30th, 2025
The New York State USBC held their annual Hall of Fame and Awards Dinner on Saturday, June 28 at the Double Tree by Hilton in Syracuse. Five new members were inducted into the Hall of Fame and two service awards winners were honored.
Scholarships Strike Big: NYS Youth Bowlers Honored With $15,400 In Awards
Date Posted: June 25th, 2025
The New York State USBC is proud to announce the awarding of $15,400 in scholarships to outstanding youth bowlers for their achievements both on and off the lanes during the 2024–2025 season. These awards recognize not only athletic talent, but also academic excellence, leadership, and community engagement, highlighting the amazing youth bowlers across New York State.
Haines Wins 2025 USBC Masters for First PBA Tour Title
Date Posted: March 31st, 2025
Gary Haines of Babylon, NY won the 2025 USBC Masters Championships to win his first PBA Title. The tournament was held at Thunderbowl Lanes in Allen Park Michigan.
Longtime New York Director Betty Kingsley Passes Away
Date Posted: March 21st, 2025
Betty Jane (Kulow) Kingsley, 86, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 14th. Betty’s involvement in bowling was a central part of her life, serving as Director and President of the Rochester Women's Bowling Association for decades. She was also a key figure in the New York State and National Women's Bowling Associations, earning numerous awards, including being inducted into the New York State Women's Bowling Association Hall of Fame in 2007.
Western Region Bowling Athlete Shawn Mcdonald Named Special Olympics New York Athlete Of The Month For March
Date Posted: March 17th, 2025
Special Olympics New York and the New York Achieving a Better Life Experience Program (NY ABLE) are pleased to congratulate Shawn McDonald on being named the March 2025 Athlete of the Month.
Daniel Vick Wins Third NYS Masters Title
Date Posted: March 2nd, 2025
Daniel Vick from Pittsford defeated Alex Cavagnaro from Mamaroneck to capture his third NYS Master Championship Title at Ripic’s Carousel Lanes.
88-year-old Loudonville bowler rolls a 300 on Valentine's Day at Kingpin's Alley
Date Posted: February 24th, 2025
Dave Morrissey's 12 consecutive strikes nearly put him in the record books
Colonie’s Jacob Tirado sets national bowling record
Date Posted: January 31st, 2025
Jacob Tirado a Junior at Colonie High School shatters a national record rolling games of 290, 300, 300 for an 890 series. The previous record was 867 by Nick Vuono from North Babylon in 2023.
New York's Desron Weatherspoon connects for 900
Date Posted: January 24th, 2025
Desron Weatherspoon of Buffalo, New York, thought his wave of great bowling was ending prior to Jan. 18, as he had thrown three perfect games during the month of December. That all changed on Saturday as the 42-year-old right-hander achieved what only 39 others have in the history of the sport: a United States Bowling Congress-certified 900 series.
NYSUSBC Now Accepting Bids for State Tournaments
Date Posted: December 30th, 2024
The New York State USBC has opened the bidding process for future sites for state tournaments. Ten events are run by NYSUSBC, seven for the adult bowlers and three for youth bowlers. The tournaments begin in August and conclude in June. We are looking for centers beginning in the fall of 2025.
