TeenMasters Championships at the National Bowling Stadium in Reno, NV.
Greg Young, Viera, FL wins U14 Division and $3,000 in Scholarship
John Patrick, St. Simons Island, GA finished in the top 16.
David Lance, Merritt Island, FL finished in the top 32.
Adel Wahner, Texas (formerly Merritt Island) in U14 Division finishes 8th.
Thursday, July 29, 2010
Thursday, July 22, 2010
New World Record
A New World Record is Made
Stephen Shanabrook, 24, of Plano, Texas broke the Guinness World Record of the Longest Marathon Ten-Pin Bowling on Saturday, July 17th. The previous longest tenpin bowling marathon world record was held by Stuart Ridley, 32, of New Zealand who bowled for 5 days and 2 hours straight at Strike Entertainment Centre in September 2009. Stephen bowled for 5 days, 4 hours and 45 minutes at Plano Super Bowl.
Below is an interview he gave shortly after finishing his amazing feat.
What was the most difficult part?
Probably transitioning from a period where I had a full sleep schedule to one where it was very limited. I was only allowed one or two hours per day, so it was a really difficult adaptation for my body to get used to. It was really hard on me the first three days; but I adapted into it the last couple. That’s what helped me make it through the last three days.
Was the challenge more physical or mental?
I would say the whole process was about 70% mental and 30% physical for me. I felt like I was in good shape physically, but every person who does something like this finds themselves at that physical wall and you have to have the mental ability to go through that wall and keep going. I bumped into that wall many times this week, and it was the help from family and friends and encouragement that kept me going.
Showing off his custom bowling ball dontated by OTB. Congratulations from all us to you Stephen.
Were the toughest times the early morning hours?
Yes. Probably between 1:00am and 3:00 am, because it was dead quiet in the center, and there weren’t very many people around; maybe a handful. My support group helped through those times. Thank goodness we had a lot of night owls. When they saw me struggling, they would bring me some food, or snack, or some kind of power drink, or they would talk to me and keep me going.
Were there any moments of panic when you thought it wouldn’t last much longer?
I think toward the end of day one and the start of day two. At the end of day one I was exhausted after being up for more than 24 hours, because I had planned my sleep schedule to only one hour per day to maximize the breaks I got, so I could accumulate minutes of break time. At the start of day two, I felt sort of sick. I don’t know what it was from, but I had to fight my way through it. Once I got some food into my system, it calmed down and I was able to re-focus my energy.
It is amazing that you are this coherent right now.
Actually, I am not nearly as foggy now as I was on Wednesday. Then, if you had said something to me, I might have wondered what language you were speaking, but my body adjusted, and I have been able to function pretty well the past couple of days.
At what point did you first think “I’m going to make it?”
That would have to be about mid-day Thursday when I had, maybe not a second wind, but a new burst of energy. I could see the finish line and thought this really was possible, so I kept going and kept pushing and said to myself “This is going to happen.”
Does doing this give you a lot of confidence to accomplish other goals in your life?
Without a doubt. Something this challenging is huge; to come out on top. This proves that if you set your sights high, you can go in that direction.
Stephen Shanabrook, 24, of Plano, Texas broke the Guinness World Record of the Longest Marathon Ten-Pin Bowling on Saturday, July 17th. The previous longest tenpin bowling marathon world record was held by Stuart Ridley, 32, of New Zealand who bowled for 5 days and 2 hours straight at Strike Entertainment Centre in September 2009. Stephen bowled for 5 days, 4 hours and 45 minutes at Plano Super Bowl.
Below is an interview he gave shortly after finishing his amazing feat.
What was the most difficult part?
Probably transitioning from a period where I had a full sleep schedule to one where it was very limited. I was only allowed one or two hours per day, so it was a really difficult adaptation for my body to get used to. It was really hard on me the first three days; but I adapted into it the last couple. That’s what helped me make it through the last three days.
Was the challenge more physical or mental?
I would say the whole process was about 70% mental and 30% physical for me. I felt like I was in good shape physically, but every person who does something like this finds themselves at that physical wall and you have to have the mental ability to go through that wall and keep going. I bumped into that wall many times this week, and it was the help from family and friends and encouragement that kept me going.
Showing off his custom bowling ball dontated by OTB. Congratulations from all us to you Stephen.
Were the toughest times the early morning hours?
Yes. Probably between 1:00am and 3:00 am, because it was dead quiet in the center, and there weren’t very many people around; maybe a handful. My support group helped through those times. Thank goodness we had a lot of night owls. When they saw me struggling, they would bring me some food, or snack, or some kind of power drink, or they would talk to me and keep me going.
Were there any moments of panic when you thought it wouldn’t last much longer?
I think toward the end of day one and the start of day two. At the end of day one I was exhausted after being up for more than 24 hours, because I had planned my sleep schedule to only one hour per day to maximize the breaks I got, so I could accumulate minutes of break time. At the start of day two, I felt sort of sick. I don’t know what it was from, but I had to fight my way through it. Once I got some food into my system, it calmed down and I was able to re-focus my energy.
It is amazing that you are this coherent right now.
Actually, I am not nearly as foggy now as I was on Wednesday. Then, if you had said something to me, I might have wondered what language you were speaking, but my body adjusted, and I have been able to function pretty well the past couple of days.
At what point did you first think “I’m going to make it?”
That would have to be about mid-day Thursday when I had, maybe not a second wind, but a new burst of energy. I could see the finish line and thought this really was possible, so I kept going and kept pushing and said to myself “This is going to happen.”
Does doing this give you a lot of confidence to accomplish other goals in your life?
Without a doubt. Something this challenging is huge; to come out on top. This proves that if you set your sights high, you can go in that direction.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
PBA Regional Player Sets 2 New Records
The previous record of 40 consecutive strikes by Jeanne Naccarato during the 1986 Women's Central States Tournament fell on 11 May by Tommy Gollick.
Tom is a PBA regional player from Oberlin, Pa put together 47 straight strikes in a scratch league at Red Crown Bowling Center in Harrisburg, Pa.
Gollick started the four-game session by leaving a 4-10 split and going 9-out. He didn't shoot another spare the rest of the night, finishing game 1 with 279 and then rolling three consecutive 300s for a four-game total of 1179 - also a record.
Congratulations Tom you striking machine.
Tom is a PBA regional player from Oberlin, Pa put together 47 straight strikes in a scratch league at Red Crown Bowling Center in Harrisburg, Pa.
Gollick started the four-game session by leaving a 4-10 split and going 9-out. He didn't shoot another spare the rest of the night, finishing game 1 with 279 and then rolling three consecutive 300s for a four-game total of 1179 - also a record.
Congratulations Tom you striking machine.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Kids in Indy at JOG
Kids are finished for this year at the JOG. None made the finals which are tomorrow. 13/15 Jul 10 Junior Olympic Gold tournament in Indianapolis-2010 Rachel Vaughn, Port St. Lucie, FL - qualified 21st and after semi-finals finished 30th (2nd year) Michael Coffey, Melbourne, FL - qualified 15th and after semi-finals finished 51st (2nd year) Greg Young, Viera, FL - qualified 36th and after semi-finals finished 58th (1st year)
Friday, July 02, 2010
Scratch Sweeper
6 Game Scratch Sweeper at Port St. Lucie Lanes on 27 Jun 2010 top five standings:
1. Tom Daugherty-1231
2. John Bemberon-1217
3. Dennis Psaropoulos-1212
4. Craig Auerback-1197
5. Jeremy Mooney-1195
1. Tom Daugherty-1231
2. John Bemberon-1217
3. Dennis Psaropoulos-1212
4. Craig Auerback-1197
5. Jeremy Mooney-1195
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