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SAL MATTERA WIN HIS FIRST LIGBT TITLE AT AMF SYOSSET

Posted On: May 20, 2013

Syosset, NY:  Super Senior bowler Sal Mattera, Nesconset, NY shot a 251 handicap game to win the $1,000 top prize at LIGBT’s event at AMF Syosset. Sal, who has been bowling with the LIGBT since 2009, entered the winner’s circle by defeating two other long-time LIGBT members. Second place went to Gary Paulsen, Massapequa, NY who earned $500 with a 216. Third place went to William Watson, Hempstead, NY who took home $300 with a 188.

Sal’s road to victory in the final shootout was a bumpy one. After 5 frames, Sal already had two opens and trailed the leader by over 40 pins. Beginning the in the 6th frame Sal started a string of 6 strikes which was more than enough to overcome the deficit. Each of the finalists had at least two open frames in the shootout

The AMF Syosset tournament drew a great crowd of 127 bowlers. Kegel’s 42 foot “Dead Man’s Curve” pattern was put down and the scores were competitive in the first squad but went up by 30 pins in the second squad. The cut score in the in the 1pm squad was 705 and jumped to 732 in the second squad. High handicap series went to our champion Sal who shot an 829 series to earn 1 bye for leading the second squad.

LIGBT’s next tournament is a 3-day major over Memorial Day weekend at AMF Babylon. Top prizes are guaranteed to pay $3,000-1st and $1,500 second. For complete results of the AMF Syosset tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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BOBBY WUNSCH WINS HIS SECOND LIGBT TITLE

Posted On: May 06, 2013

 

Garden City, NY:  Bobby Wunsch, East Meadow, NY won his second LIGBT title of the season by shooting a 249 handicap game which defeated 2 other shootout finalists. Finishing second with a 226 was Denis Mendelson, Levittown, NY who earned $500. Third place went to Maria Lucente, Elmont, NY who rolled a 219 worth $300. A total of 21 bowlers made the finals which paid out $3,800.

The final shootout was dominated by Bobby Wunsch who started the match with 6 strikes out of the first 7 frames. Although he didn’t throw a strike after the 7th frame Bobby coasted to a 23 pin victory. The real competition was for second place as both Denis and Maria were within 1 pin of each other in the 8th frame. Both filled all of their frames the rest of the game but Maria has some low first ball counts which cost her 6 pins in wood resulting in a 3rd place finish.

The AMF Garden City tournament drew a nice crowd of 98 bowlers. Kegel’s 39 foot “Winding Road” pattern was put down and the scores were moderate all day. The cut score in the 1pm squad was 664 & 682 in the 3pm squad. High handicap series went to Maria Lucente with a 754.

LIGBT’s next tournament is Sunday, May 19th at AMF Syosset. This will be a regular 2-squad handicap singles event with top prizes guaranteed at $1,000 & $500. Everyone that enters the tournament will receive one $5 bracket as part of their entry. One in 6 each squad advances to the finals and will cash for at least $60. For complete results of the AMF Garden City tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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ALEX PADMORE $1,200 LIGBT TITLE AT AMF EAST MEADOW

Posted On: April 29, 2013

East Meadow, NY:  Alex Padmore, Jamaica, NY won his second LIGBT title of the season by shooting a 251 handicap game which defeated 3 other shootout finalists. Finishing second with a 242 was Ferrill McNeil, Bronx, NY who earned $600. Third place went to Eddie Cintron, Levittown, NY who rolled a 196 worth $400. Rounding out the top 4 was Cary Fishman from NYC who bowled a 173 and took home $300. A total of 26 bowlers made the finals which paid out $5,750.

The final shootout was close early but by the 8th frame it was obvious it was Alex’s tournament to lose. None of the 4 bowlers had an open frame in the first 5 frames. Alex lead was created by a few “lucky” strikes and good spare making. As the game developed the opens starting occurring and Alex stayed cleaned to secure his victory.

The AMF East Meadow tournament drew an incredible crowd of 158 bowlers. Kegel’s 41 foot “Turnpike” pattern was put down and the scores were on the low side all day. The cut score in the in the noon squad was 692, in the 2pm squad the cut it was 685, and 668 in the 4pm squad. High handicap series went to Daniel Goldberg of Douglaston, NY with a 741.

LIGBT’s next tournament is Sunday, May 5th at AMF Garden City. This will be a regular 2-squad handicap singles event with top prizes guaranteed at $1,000 & $500. One in 5 each squad advances to the finals and will cash for at least $60. For complete results of the AMF East Meadow tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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PIETRO CUCCHIARA WINS HIS FIRST LIGBT TITLE

Posted On: April 22, 2013

New Hyde Park, NY: Pietro Cucchiara, Franklin Square, NY defeated two other bowlers in the final shootout to earn $1,000 and the champion’s trophy at Herrill Lanes this past Sunday. Pietro dominated the shootout and secured his victory by the 7th frame with a 272 handicap game. Finishing second was David Cincotta, N. Babylon, NY who rolled a 229 and earned $500. Third place went to Susan Bilicki, Levittown, NY who earned $300 with a 196. A total of 27 bowlers made the finals which paid out $4,550.

The final shootout was over early as Pietro started the match with 5 strikes in the first 6 frames. By the 7th frame Pietro’s lead was over 50 pins! The real competition was for second place as David and Susan were tied in the sixth frame. David threw a triple in the 7th through 9th frames which secured his second place finish. All 3 finalists had at least one open frame in the match

The Herrill Lanes tournament drew a great crowd of 126 bowlers for the 2-squad event. Kegel’s 37 foot Broadway pattern was put down and the scores were moderate all day. The cut score in the in the 1pm squad was 670 and 700 in the 3pm squad. High handicap series went to Jae Yi of Flushing, NY with a wonderful 836.

LIGBT’s next tournament is a special 3-squad event at AMF East Meadow; April 28th. Top prizes are guaranteed to pay $1,200 & $600. One in 6 each squad advances to a matchplay finals with all finalists earning a minimum of $100. For complete results of the Herrill Lanes tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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UTRICE COLEMAN WINS HER FIRST LIGBT TITLE

Posted On: April 08, 2013

Plainview, NY: Utrice Coleman, Deer Park, NY earned $1,000 and her first LIGBT trophy at AMF Plainview on Sunday. Despite the fact this was Utrice’s first final shootout, she bowled with confidence and dominated with a 283 handicap game. Finishing second, and earning $500 with a 241 handicap game, was John Saputo, Centereach, NY. Third place went to Tommy Grunwald, Astoria, NY who earned $300 with a 232.

In the final shootout Utrice took immediate control with a triple and never had an open frame in the title match. Despite the fact Utrice was getting the most handicap she defeated the other two bowlers scratch! The real competition was for second place and once John marked in the tenth he secured his highest finish ever in an LIGBT tournament.

The AMF Plainview tournament drew a great crowd of 122 bowlers in the 2-squad event. A total of 28 bowlers cashed in the $4,260 prize fund. The scores were moderate all day as the cut in the 1pm squad was 685 and 687 in the 3pm squad. High handicap series went to Jae Yi, Flushing, NY with a 776 in the 3pm squad.

LIGBT’s next tournament is a 2-squad handicap singles event at Herrill Lanes on Sunday, April 21st (1pm & 3pm). Top prizes are guaranteed to pay $1,000 & $500 and 1 in 5 each squad will advance to the finals. For complete results of the AMF Plainview tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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YOUTH BOWLER SCOTT KAMPF WIN HIS FIRST LIGBT TITLE

Posted On: March 25, 2013

Babylon, NY: Scott Kampf, a youth bowler from Levittown, NY, performed like an adult at LIGBT’s Winter Major to win a $3,000 scholarship and his first LIGBT trophy. Finishing second was Ed Eng, Flushing, NY earning $1,500 and third place went to Michael Conroy, Mahopac, NY who earned $750. A total of 343 bowlers competed in the 3-day tournament which paid out over $30,000.

Scott, who comes from a very fine bowling family, shot the high handicap series of the tournament with an 846 giving him 3-byes in the finals. Scott was fortunate to advance to the final shootout as two bowlers ahead of him opened in the final frame while he doubled. The final shootout had a shocking finish as Eddie Eng, who started the final match with 5 consecutive strikes, needed a mark in the tenth to win the tournament. Ed left a 3-10 split which he didn’t convert giving Scott the title. Finals scores in the shootout were Scott 275, Ed 268, and Mike 206.

Scoring throughout the weekend was relatively high compare to regular LIGBT events. But while the cut scores were always in the 700’s throughout the weekend the final round cut scores were much lower probably due to the pressure of bowling for big money. The LIGBT gave away 3 marathon entries into The Amateur Bowler’s Championships in Las Vegas for the high 6-game series each day. The winners were; Eric Vecchi, Dave Soren, and Bill Verni.

LIGBT’s next tournament is a regular 2-squad handicap tournament at AMF Plainview on Sunday, April 7th (1pm & 3pm) For complete results of the AMF Babylon tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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IAN LYNCH WINS HIS FIRST LIGBT TITLE

Posted On: March 18, 2013


 

Syosset, NY: Ian Lynch, Glen Cove, NY earned $1,000 and the Champions Trophy at AMF Syosset on St. Patrick’s Day. In one of the lowest scoring final shootouts, which included 14 opens between the three bowlers, Ian emerged victorious by rolling 2 strikes (and they were ugly ones) in the final frame. Ian’s final score was 205 (160 scratch) which was 4 pins higher than second place finisher Rob Spauster, Levittown, NY who earned $500 with a 201 (156 scratch). Finishing third was Rich Perrotti, Levittown, NY who rolled a 190 handicap game to earn $250. All three bowlers were looking for their first LIGBT trophy.

The final shootout was a test of futility. Ian started with a double and then had 4 straight opens. Rob stayed clean the first four frames but then opened 3 out of the next 4. Rich started his game with 4 open frames in the first 5. The match ended just as it should with Ian needing a double to win and he threw two “nose dive” strikes. Everyone in attendance had a great laugh.

The AMF Syosset tournament drew a great crowd of 114 bowlers for the 2-squad event. A total of 24 bowlers cashed in the $4,050 prize fund. The scores were moderate all day as the cut in the 1pm squad was 680 and 712 in the 3pm squad. High handicap series went to Lou Medina, W. Babylon, NY with a 766.

LIGBT’s next tournament is a special 3-day major event at AMF Babylon; March 22-24. Top prizes are guaranteed to pay $3,000 & $1,500. One in 4 bowlers will cash each squad for $70 and 1 in 8 each squad advances to the finals earning a minimum of $100. For complete results of the AMF Syosset tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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ANATOLY KHODORKOVSKY WINS LIGBT EVENT AT FARMINGDALE LANES

Posted On: March 11, 2013

Farmingdale, NY:  Anatoly Khodorkovsky, Brooklyn, NY won his first LIGBT title with an exciting victory at Farmingdale Lanes. Anatatoly earned $1,000 with a 262 handicap game in the final match. Finishing second was Jae Yi, Flushing, NY (256-$600) and third went to Jon Ayroso, East Meadow, NY with a 168 worth $350.

The winner of the tournament wasn’t decided until the last frame. Jae Yi, with a strike and spare in the last frame forced Anatoly to mark to win the title. Anatoly put his first ball perfectly in the pocket to secure the victory. It was an emotional win for a great person as Anatoly has been bowling the LIGBT for five years and finally got his first trophy.

The Farmingdale tournament drew an amazing crowd of 156 bowlers. A total of 41 bowlers cashed in the $5,330 prize fund. The scores were decent all day as the cuts in the 3 squad tournament were; 688, 713, and 722. Preston Cheeks, Brooklyn, NY not only had the high handicap series of the day with an 844 but bowled a rare 300 game in an LIGBT event. At the Farmingdale tournament Brunswick donated 3 bowling balls which were raffled off to raise almost $300 for BVL.

LIGBT’s next tournament is a regular two squad handicap singles event at AMF Syosset on Sunday, March 17th. Squad times are 2pm and 4pm with top prizes guaranteed to pay $1,000 & $500. For complete results of the Farmingdale tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Brunswick, Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Farmingdale Wellness Centers, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.

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