Wantagh, NY: Pak Wong, a postal employee from New York City, won his second LIGBT title at LIGBT’s most recent sport shot event at AMF Wantagh. Pak earned the $1,000 top prize by defeating Calvin Nottingham, Deer Park, NY 241-232 in the final shootout. While Calvin earned $500 for second, finishing third was Fred Jankowsky, Brooklyn, NY with a 213 worth $300. Rounding out the top 4 was Jonathan Corda, Westbury, NY with a 207 earning him $250.
The final shootout started slowly as all 4 finalists had at least one open by the third frame. Pak took control of the match by throwing 5 strikes in 6 frames in the middle of the game. Calvin still could have won the match if he had struck out in the final frame but he only managed the first strike. Jonathan hit the pocket more than any of his opponents but couldn’t carry and had to settle for fourth place.
The AMF Wantagh event drew an unbelievable summer crowd of 129 entries, advanced 24 bowlers to the finals and paid out $4,850. The cut scores on the “Dead Man’s Curve” pattern were moderate; 696 & 698. High series of the tournament was shot by Justin Kampf with a 780 in the second squad. The wildcard winner was Sal Florindo, Forest Hills, NY with a 1383 series. The no bonus pins pot winners were Rafael Onjoco (693) and Cary Fishman (691). The no-tap jackpot was hit twice by Cary Fishman earning him a total of $810. DV8 Pitbulls were won by Robert Mendez and Calvin Nottingham.
LIGBT’s next tournament is our monthly house event at Astoria Bowl on Sunday, July 23rd. Top prizes are guaranteed at $1,000-$500-$300-$250 with 1 in 6 each squad advancing to the finals and guaranteed a minimum of $100. Entry fees are $70 & $60. To view the final results of the AMF Wantagh event please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Kegel, Randi Siegel Law Offices, Torch Bowling, and CLS Custom Upholsterers.