Plainview, NY: Maniram Basdeo, Bronx, NY won his third LIGBT in 4 years by shooting the only clean game in a 5 bowler shootout at AMF Plainview. Maniram, who was added to the finals as a wildcard entry since he shot the highest 6-game series by a non-finalist (1,408), rolled a 260 to defeat second place finisher Darcy Monroe, Hicksville, NY by 5 pins. Maniram earned $1,000 for his victory while Darcy took home $500 with his 255.
The final shootout was a close one as 3 bowlers in the 8th frame were within 3 pins of each other. Maniram took the title with a double in the final 2 frames to secure the victory. Finishing third with a 236 was Redy Bugaoan, Massapequa, NY who earned $250. Fourth place went to Angelo DeSena, Brooklyn, NY with a 229 worth $225. Fifth place was taken by recent champion David Cincotta, N. Babylon, NY with a 206 worth $200.
The AMF Plainview tournament drew a nice post major crowd of 107 entries, advanced 19 bowlers to the finals, and paid out $3,255. A new lane pattern was used, WTBA Stockholm (34 feet), and scoring was on the moderate to high side (728 cut at 1pm & 737 at 3pm). The high series of the day was shot by two bowlers; Scott Teitler, Patchogue, NY (3pm) and Darcy Monroe (1pm) both with 755.
LIGBT’s next tournament is at Herrill Lanes on Sunday, March 30th (1pm & 3pm). Top prizes are guaranteed to pay $1,000 & $500. One in 6 each squad advances to the finals and will cash for a minimum of $60. Entry fees for the Herrill Lanes event are $60-1st entry and $40 for re-entries. 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, Knockout Ball Cleaner and CLS Custom Upholsterers.