Meadow, NY: The LIGBT, sponsored by Storm, ran its 2nd event of its 12 tournament House Shot Series at AMF E. Meadow. Darius Fuller, Bay Shore, NY won both the scratch and handicap events earning a total of $1,500 and his first, of what should be many, LIGBT titles. At 21 years old, Darius is one of the youngest champions in LIGBT history!
In the final handicap shootout, where the top two from the 49 and under and senior divisions combine to bowl a 1-game match, Darius defeated 2nd place finisher Billy Oh, Plainview, NY 220-207 to earn the $1,000 top prize. While Billy earned $500 as the runner-up, finishing in third place was Phil Rivera, Franklin Square, NY with a 205 worth $300. Rounding out the top 4 was Dave Brunson, Seaford, NY with a 202 earning him $250. All 4 shootout participants were looking for their first LIGBT singles title.
The scratch event, which paid out a prize fund based on the 5-game series, was won by Darius Fuller with a 5-game total of 1137 (227 average.) Darius earned $500 for his scratch victory. Finishing in 2nd place was senior bowler Jose Perez, E. Elmhurst, NY with an 1110 worth $250. Rounding out the top 3, and earning $150, was Darcy Monroe, E. Meadow NY with an 1102 series. A total of 5 bowlers cashed in the scratch prize list which paid out $1,140.
LIGBT’s House Shot Series Event #2 at AMF E. Meadow drew a field of 74 entries, paid out $4,515 in prize money, and had 19 bowlers go to the cashing window. The side action paid out an additional $2,570 bringing the total day’s payout to $7,085. Scores to cash on the Easy Street pattern were 1044 in the 49 & under handicap division, 1078 in the senior handicap division, and 1084 in the scratch event.
LIGBT’s next tournament is a Quads Tournament (4-person team event) - Sunday, October 23rd – 1pm at Dani’s Strike Zone. To view the results of the AMF E. Meadow tournament please visit www.ligbtour.com. The LIGBT is sponsored by Storm, Billvee Electric, Randi B.Siegle Law Offices and CLS Custom Upholsterers.