March 24, 2025
Dave rolled his 3-game set in the Mercantile League at Highland Bowl on 11/2/24. Presenting Dave (middle) with his award-jacket are Roy Cochefski Jr. (left) League President, and Paul Frosolone (right) BAC President.
March 13, 2025
Jason rolled a 350 three-game set (101 pins over average) in the Young Pannese Social Club League at Meadowbrook Lanes in Warwick, RI on January 29, 2025. Jason (right) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian (left). Super bowling, Jason!!!
February 26, 2025
We are deeply saddened to share the news of the passing of Bob Louk, NDBC Past President, and the last President of both the VDBA and the Hampton Roads Bowlers Association. Bob has been a mainstay of the Congress since he came on the NDBC stage in the early 1980's. Over the years Bob wore about as many hats as possible. In addition to his presidencies, Bob was an NDBC Hall of Fame Member, the Co-Chair of the NDBC Lanes, Equipment & Specifications Committee, the last Lane Inspector to be trained by Park Hensler, an NDYA Board Member, and an NDYA Youth Coach. If you needed someone, you could count on Bob to volunteer - and to get it done. He leaves a hole in the Congress and a hole in our hearts. Obituary
November 13, 2024
The lanes have been inspected, and it's official. Three days ago at Parkville Lanes in the Sunday Once-A-Month League, Lisa bowled at 335 (183-152) and Abbey answered with a 292 (136-156) to set a new record. Plaques are ordered and photos will follow. Amazing bowling!!
September 18, 2024
Congratulations to John Huber & Winnie Shriver who broke their own World Record by 37 pins on lanes 15 & 16, the same as before! John rolled a 390 (209-181) and Winnie answered with a 327 (186-141). This impressive bowling was done yesterday morning, September 15th at Parkville Bowling Lanes in the Sunday Once-a-Month Doubles League. And yes folks, they did pass inspection! Nothing to say but Wow!!!!
September 3, 2024
Major applause to all the bowlers who earned #2 - #20! It takes years of hard work and dedication to claim a spot on this list. Thank you all for your continued support of this wonderful sport! Stay Safe and Duckpin Strong!!!
August 22, 2024
Congratulations, Stephanie!! She rolled a 108-139-171 in her Monday Summer Doubles League at Lucky Strike Lanes for 124 POA. That's some pretty impressive bowling, Stephanie! Presenting Stephanie with her award is Tom Clauson.
July 2, 2024
2024's National Tournament Director Rich Hipkins has finalized the results of the Adult-Youth Division. The top three teams from Average and Non-Average are listed below. Great bowling everyone!!
June 11, 2024
Congratulations, Joey!! Joey Sears was inducted into the NDBC Hall of Fame for Superior Performance. Scott Wolgamuth (right), Hall of Fame Chairman, inducted Joe (center) this past Saturday before the 2024 Scratch Battle at AMF Southwest. Assisting was Rich Hipkins, NDBC Vice President (left). Best wishes Joe, your induction is well-deserved!!! The video will be added to this page shortly.
May 22, 2024
NDBC's congratulations go out to Andrew Buckingham (108 Games-15453 Pinfall-143.08), Matt Buckingham (108 Games-16161 Pinfall-149.639) and Jon Green (102 Games-15421 Pinfall-151.186) on their stellar season in the Monday Triples at AMF Dundalk!! Fantastic bowling!
April 25, 2024
She earned her Gold Jacket with a super 406 (130 - 137 - 139) in the Wednesday Mixed league at Severna Parkon 2-28-24. Presenting her award is Earl Tilman, League Secretary (left).
April 25, 2024
Matt rolled a 393 three-game set (114 pins over average) in the Sunday Night Misfits League at Dudek Bowling Lanes in Warren, RI on March 3, 2024. Matt (right) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian (left). Super bowling, Matt!!
April 10, 2024
Steve bowled a 414 set (161-124-129) on 2-7-24 in the Wednesday Mixed League at Severna Park Lanes. Presenting the jacket is Earl Tilman, League Secretary. 117 POA!! That's some mighty fine bowling, Steve!!
March 15, 2024
Alicyn rolled an All-Mark 226 game (104 pins over average) in the Wickford Thursday Triples League at Wickford Lanes in North Kingstown, RI on February 22, 2024. Alicyn received her Plaque-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian. Awesome bowling, Alicyn!!
March 14, 2024
Rob rolled a 453 three-game set (161 pins over average) in the Young Pannese Social Club League at Meadowbrook Lanes in Warwick, RI on November 1, 2023. Rob (right) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian (left). Fabulous bowling, Rob!!
February 28, 2024
Gabi rolled a 395 three-game set (113 pins over average) in the Tuesday Night Mixed League at Meadowbrook Lanes in Warwick, RI on December 5, 2023. Gabi received her Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian. Super bowling, Gabriella!
February 26, 2024
Maria rolled a 157 game (84 pins over average) in the Sunday Night Misfits League at Dudek Bowling Lanes in Warren, RI on December 17, 2023. Maria received her Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian. Super bowling, Maria!!!
February 22, 2024
The NDBC invites you to hop on I-70! Head out to experience the charm of western Maryland and a beautiful retro small-town duckpin center! The Hagerstown Tri-State Bowling Association, and Sue Herron, Manager of Walkersville Bowling Center are kicking off May with three action-packed weekends.
A new twist of a Youth-Adult Division and terrific T-shirts will make this an event that pulls you away from home! Come out and join the festivities. Bowl, or just cheer on your favorites! Opening Ceremonies are Saturday, May 4th at 11:00 a.m.
Posters and Informational Hand-Outs with all details will be at your local bowling centers soon.
February 14, 2024
Congratulations to Phil Dix on a on a 348 (152-196 and to Wayne Matheson on his 311 (174-137). Phil's 196 was also an All-Mark Game. The record was broken on Sunday at Parkville Lanes. That's some pretty fantastic bowling!!
January 17, 2024
Bowling in the Monday Night Triples at Dundalk Lanes on January 8th, Dani rolled a 504 (172-179-153), Justin a 483 (184-157-142) and Amanda a 506 (153-159-194). Their record tops a 1488 shot at T-Bowl Lanes, in Newington, CT in 1989. That's some pretty impressive bowling, y'all!!
November 30, 2023
Nick rolled a 243 game (116 pins over average) in the Pop Whitten Pro Tour qualifying round at Parkville Lanes on October 14, 2023. Super bowling, Nick!!!
October 19, 2023
Matthew rolled a 425 three-game set (122 pins over average) in the Youth/Adult Summer League at Dudek Bowling Lanes in Warren, RI on June 28, 2023. Matthew (right) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian (left). Super bowling, Matthew!!!
September 27, 2023
Congratulations to LISA HUBER & COLBY DEANTONIIS on capturing #1 Bowler of the Year!!
Additional applause to all the bowlers who earned #2 - #20! It takes years of hard work and dedication to claim a spot on this list. Thank you all for your continued support of this wonderful sport! Stay Safe and Duckpin Strong!!!
The Oscar, Emmy, Davis Cup, Cy Young Award, Heisman Trophy, and the America’s Cup all acknowledge the best! So, too, the NDBC NATIONAL TROPHY is the Duckpin Bowler’s way of recognizing their best . . . their #1 Duckpinners!!! Since 1928, the highest achievement in Duckpin Bowling has been to be named the top ranked bowler. Each year for many decades, one male and one female bowler have been ranked as #1. To reach this pinnacle bowlers must demonstrate the outstanding duckpin bowling skills which culminate their years of practice and hard work.
Annually for almost a century, the National Duckpin Bowling Congress has honored each of the #1 bowlers. They are currently awarded a hand-crafted, custom-created, blown glass trophy in recognition of their achievement. The names of these two bowlers are added to, and become a permanent part of, the National Trophy display.
June 14, 2023
The link to the results is below and on our FaceBook page. We wish to thank each of you who was kind enough to buy a ticket. Your support is more appreciated than words can express!
June 5, 2023
Eric bowled a 223 game in the Tuesday Night Doubles at Wickford Lanes in North Kingstown, RI on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. The Plaque-Gold Level Award was presented by RIDBA/NDBC President Al Zoraian (left) to Eric Briggs (right). Fantastic game Eric!!!
April 28, 2023
On 3-25-23, Ryan rolled an excellent 518 set (183-162-173) in his Saturday Night Fever League at AMF Southwest. This set is 161 POA. Way to go Ryan - mighty fancy footwork!! Presenting the award is Rob Green, League Secretary.
April 27, 2023
The NDBC's 2023 Annual Meeting will be held Saturday, May 13th at 10:00 a.m. and the Board of Directors' Meeting will be held Friday, May 12th at 7:30 p.m. Both meetings will be held at Glen Burnie Bowl, 6322 Ritchie Hwy., Glen Burnie, MD. All sanctioned bowlers are invited to attend.
The Opening Ceremonies of the 2023 NDBC National Tournament will be held this coming Saturday, April 29th at 11:00 a.m. at Highland Bowl in Cheshire, CT. The tournament will begin immediately following the ceremonies and will run for two consecutive weekends. The National holds the honor of being consecutively run since the inception of the NDBC. Please come out and support the hard work of the BAC and test your skill on Highland's beautiful lanes! Thanks!!
April 27, 2023
The Congress office just received this from Eileen Cherry of the Virginia Ladies All-Stars:
I wanted to pass along some sad news. I found out that Joe Gusti, our friend and brother to our long time member, Gwen Mickles, has passed away. He was an avid duckpin bowler and bowled frequently in our Mixed Trios and Mixed Doubles tournaments over the years. As I find out additional information, I will pass along.
The NDBC, would like extend our deepest condolences and our prayers to Joe's family and to all those who loved him. Losing someone close is never easy , you are in our thoughts.
April 12, 2023
On 11-2-22 Tom rolled a 516 (183-139-194) in his Wednesday Night Ducks league @ Southside - that's 159 POA. Presenting is HTSBA's Jim Mitchell (right). Pretty impressive Tom!
April 12, 2023
Mega congrats to Joe Ruthvin on his 232 game, a hefty 104 POA!! Jim Mitchell (right) of HTSBA is presenting.
April 9, 2023
Paul rolled a 210 game (114 pins over average) in the Rhode Island Tournament Series Stop #7 held at Town Hall Lanes in Johnston, RI on Saturday, March 4, 2023. Paul (left) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President / NDBC President - Al Zoraian (right). Super bowling, Paul!!!
April 5, 2023
It is with sorrow that the Congress announces the passing of Sue Brown Marchone yesterday. Nationally ranked for more than a decade, she was the NDBC #1 Woman Bowler 3 times, a member of WNDA, and inducted into the NDBC Hall of Fame for Superior Performance in 1992. The Board sends prayers and deepest condolences to her family and friends. Sue will be missed.
March 9, 2023
Tournament Flyer | 9 No Tap | Suggested Hotels | T-Shirt Sale
As the two longest consecutively run duckpin tournaments, the National joins the Classic, in beautiful Connecticut this year!! The Bowlers Association of Connecticut and our host proprietor Todd Turcotte of Highland Bowl in Cheshire, CT have TWO fun-filled weekends in store for the last weekend in April and the first weekend in May. An improved prize list, a new No-Tap division and terrific t-shirts will make this an event you don't want to miss! Opening Ceremonies are April 29th at 11:00. Pre-registration is available to allow you to reserve your favorite slot. Order, prepay & your t-shirt will be waiting for you to put on when you arrive!
Change in the Annual Meeting
This year's Annual Meeting will be held on SATURDAY, May 13th @ 10:00 a.m. at Glen Burnie Bowl, 6322 Ritchie Hwy., Glen Burnie, MD 21061. (443) 312-8538. All Sanctioned bowlers are invited to attend. The NDBC Board of Directors moved the meeting from Friday to Saturday in response to numerous bowler requests to eliminate job conflicts and make the Annual Meeting easier to attend. Zoom will be available for those bowlers unable to attend in person. Please call the office at 410-636-2695 or Laura Bowden on her cell at 301-254-1802. We look forward to seeing you there!! The NDBC Board Meeting will be the night before, Friday, May 12th at 7:30 p.m. also at Glen Burnie Bowl.
February 9, 2023
This past December 19th in the Monday Night Triples at AMF Southwest James rolled 139+187+123 - a resounding 134 POA! Secretary Shirley Quaskey is shown below presenting his jacket. Great bowling James!!
February 6, 2023
Hard to imagine Glorie "Pixie" Brown could look sharper than usual, but it's that Gold Award jacket!! Pixie rolled her 534 set at AMF Southwest on the Wednesday Quads on 10-5-22. Mike Jackson, Secretary did the presentation. Look at those scores179-172-183!! Congratulations, Pixie!!
February 6, 2023
Bill rolled a total of 7 strikes and 3 spares in the BPDA League at AMF Dundalk on 12-28-22, to tie with Matt Anastasi for the highest game in the BPDA. Travelle Johnson, League President, presented him with his jacket. Great bowling, Bill!
January 25, 2023
Congratulations, to Joe Sears!!! Not only does the 245 he bowled in the Sunday Once A Month Doubles at Parkville Lanes earn him both a Gold Level Award and an All Mark Game Award, with his 163 game, it gives him a brand new World Record!!! Impressive, Joe - most of us barely had our eyes open that early!!
January 13, 2023
Congratulations to Jill Manns on your Women's Individual Two Game Set World Record!!! Lanes are inspected, paperwork is in and we can officially announce that last Friday, January 6th, Jill rolled an outstanding 379 (217+162) set in the Friday Doubles at AMF Southwest for the new World Record. Way to go Jill!!
Final Results
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View all award recipients for 2023-24
CONGRATULATIONS Everyone!! A special thank you goes out to all of the secretaries that have submitted their awards.
To make our meetings accessible to more bowlers, this year's meetings will all be held as Zoom Meetings. The Annual Meeting and its associated Board Meeting will be both in person and Zoom.
Sat, July 20, 2024
NDBC Board Meeting
Sat, Nov 23, 2024
NDBC Board Meeting
Sat, Feb 22, 2025
NDBC Board Meeting
The dates for the Annual Meeting and Board Meeting held prior to the National Tournament will be posted when the National Tournament dates are finalized.
Tournament flyers and results will be posted on the Tournaments page. Check out what events are coming to your area!
The NDBC has made several changes in what is distributed to our members. One of those decisions was to cease printing the coupon books after discovering they aren't being used as much as we expected. The decision doesn't mean the program went away. We are now providing the coupons on this website. Please visit the Membership page to download a printable PDF coupon that can be taken to the lanes with you. Thank you for continuing to be a bowler of record by sanctioning through your league.