Syosset, NY: The Long Island Generations Bowling Tour (LIGBT) traveled to North Levittown Lanes for its third event of the year. A total of 94 bowlers, largest ever for the Tour, competed for over $9,000 in prizes. The winner of the scratch event was Bob Brust, pro shop owner at South Levittown Lanes, earning $1,000 and the 205 & under champion was “Big” Sid Downing, of Brooklyn winning $350.
Bob’s road to his title began with an 1177 qualifying series (235 average) that positioned him 6th after his 5 games. Leading qualifier was Brian Soto of Kew Gardens who shot a fine 1262 series (252 average) which earned him 2 byes. High senior qualifier also earning two byes, was Bruce Nielsen of Levittown rolling an 1164 series (233 average.)
In Round 1 of the finals Bob defeated Super Senior Steve Sckalor (1120) of Massapequa 215-213. Bob won his second round match by defeating Darren Barlow of Levittown (1167) 237-214. In the semi-finals Bob continued his winning ways be beating the highest senior qualifier, Bruce Nielsen 239-214.
Those who know Bob Brust well know he always has to make a statement and in the final shootout he did just that by shooting an almost perfect 299 game. A 10-pin cost Bob his perfection but he was happy to “settle” for the $1,000 top prize. The other shootout finalists were second place finisher Brian Ziesig of Levittown (1227) earning $650 and Brian Soto, the top qualifier winning $400.
The 205 & under event attracted 33 entries and after the 3-games of qualifying the leader was Drew Amitrano (162 average) of Huntington Station who rolled a 596 scratch series (719 with handicap and bonus pins). Drew earned 2-byes in the finals while the second high qualifier, Angelo DeSena of Brooklyn earned 1-bye with his 705 (with handicap and bonus pins) qualifying series
Quietly sitting in 6th place after qualifying was Sidney Downing a 200 average bowler from Brooklyn. Sid rolled scratch games of 213-211-204 and with his 12 pin handicap had a total of 640. To win the 205 & under title Sid had to win 3 matches. In Round 1 Sid defeated Mike Scarangella (657) of Shirley 214-131. In Round 2 Sid’s victory came against the second high qualifier Angelo DeSena (705) 206-187.
Sid’s final challenge to win the 205 & under title was in the 3-person Shootout. He had to bowl against the top qualifier Drew Armitrano and Preston Cheeks (656) of Brooklyn. Sid took no prisoners as he defeated both of his opponents by rolling a 208 game (204 scratch). Sid’s victory earned him $350 plus a beautiful trophy. Finishing in second and earning $200 was Preston Cheeks with a 197 game (170 scratch) and the third place finisher was Drew 187 total (149 scratch) who earned $150.
The next LIGBT event will be held at AMF Babylon Bowl on Sunday, January 18th. This event will feature a very special presentation by Ebonite Corporation who will be introducing all four of their brands latest high-end bowling balls. All entrants will be able to tryout the newest equipment from Ebonite, Hammer, Columbia 300, and Track. This unbelievable “Demo Day” is offered FREE to all LIGBT bowlers and guests. For additional LIGBT information please visit www.ligbtour.com or call our tournament hotline; 1.877.900.6464.
Final Results – N. Levittown Lanes
LIGBT Event #3 – December 7, 2008
Scratch Event
Finalists
| 1. Bob Brust Jr. | | Bellmore | | 1177 | $1,000 |
| 2. Brian Ziesig | | Levittown | | 1227 | $650 |
| 3. Brian Soto | | Kew Gardens | | 1262 | $400 |
| 4. Bruce Nielsen (s) | | Levittown | | 1164 | $250 |
| 5. Tom Laskow (s) | | Lake Hopatcong, NJ | | 1161 | $250 |
| 6. Mike Dioguardo (s) | | Patchogue | | 1092 | $250 |
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| 7. Dennis Nicol | | Staten Island | | 1246 | $200 |
| 8. Doug Weaver | | Garden City | | 1195 | $200 |
| 9. Darren Barlow | | Levittown | | 1167 | $200 |
| 10. Peter Rodriquez | | Westbury | | 1159 | $200 |
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