The beauty of Rock Creek Park in the spring, Washington, DC’s National Mall, and White Oak Duckpin Bowling Lanes will make this an event that just won’t let you stay home!
On Saturday, May 2nd at 11:00 a.m. White Oak Bowling Lanes and the GWDA will host the Opening Ceremonies of the NDBC’s 95th Annual Tournament. The tournament runs for two weekends through May 10th.
Pre-registration is available to allow you to reserve your favorite slot. A terrific T-shirt design will be available soon! Order, prepay, and have your T-shirt waiting for you when you arrive!
COME OUT AND BOWL, cheer on your favorites, or just join the festivities!
January 8, 2026
It is with great pride that the NDBC Hall of Fame Superior Performance Category announces its two newest inductees:
Amy Bisson Sykes & Stacey Gaegler
This distinguished honor reflects years of dedication, perseverance, and exceptional talent—achievements reached by only the most accomplished bowlers.
Congratulations Stacey and Amy on this well-deserved recognition! Welcome to these prestigious ranks.
January 8, 2026
On 10-15-25 in the BPDA League, Greg not only bowled a Gold Award-Winning 579 Set (211-217-151) but he garnered an All Mark award with the 217 game. Presenting Greg's (right) jacket is John Wilson (left). Way to go Greg - that's some impressive bowling!!
November 6, 2025
Miles rolled 510, an outstanding three-game set (150 pins over average). Miles had 171 - 180 - 159 on October 3, 2025 in the Dudek Friday Night Mixed $$ League, Warren, RI. Miles (center) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from RIDBA President - Eric Barnes (left), and League President - Mike Guillet (right). Super bowling, Miles!!
October 27, 2025
Dani McClay and Bernie Hipkins both bowl in the Dick Westlake Memorial Triples at White Oak Lanes, giving me a rare opportunity to present both NDBC #1 Ranking Trophies at the same time!
Talk about luck, I was also able to recognize #2 Amanda Zangla, #7 Cindy McMillen, #8 Halie Brown, #12 Wayne Matheson, Jr., and #20 Marc Anastasi.
What a night!! Congratulations to all! - Laura
September 16, 2025
It is with great sadness that we inform you that Roger Lacroix, Proprietor of Mac's Bowlaway, passed away early this morning. Condolences to the Lacroix family, our thoughts and prayers are with them. Calling hours will be Friday from 3:00 to 5:00 at Iannotti Funeral Home at Mapleroot, 2000 Nooseneck Hill Rd, Coventry, RI 02816.
September 15, 2025
To quote League Secretary Kevin Ellis, "We had some amazing bowling last in the White Oak Friday Night Doubles League! Dani McClay and Billy Thomas broke the World Record for a Mixed Doubles 4 Game Set with an astounding 1403 pinfall on lanes 1 and 2." Congratulations to both of you - fabulous bowling!!
September 1, 2025
Congratulations to Dani McClay & Bernie Hipkins on becoming #1 Bowler of the Year!!
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!!!
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.
August 30, 2025
Congratulations to Jill Manns on becoming the newest member of the prestigious NDBC Hall of Fame Superior Performance category! It took Jill years of dedication and hard work as one of duckpin bowling's all-time top women bowlers to reach this pinnacle. She is the first inductee since her mother, Sharon Shipley, making them the first mother and daughter to receive this honor. Way to go, Jill. The Congress is proud to count you among our ranks!!
July 29, 2025
Congratulations to Carrie Matheson and Abbey Schline on their brand new 1574 Women's Doubles 6 Game Set World Record and to Colby DeAntoniis and Winnie Schriver on their 1899 Men's Doubles 6 Game Set World Record toppling a longstanding record from 1991! Both sets were bowled on July 25 at Parkville Lanes.
Statistically, Colby shot 982 (209-154-176-151-122-170) and Winnie bowled 917 (160-153-142-139-170-153). On the women's side, Abbey rolled 799 (119-153-166-117-117-127) and Carrie answered with a 775 (136-133-118-130-151-107).
Fabulous bowling ladies and gentlemen! Thank you Steve Rowley and everyone at Parkville for their hospitality!!
July 1, 2025
Colton Gue sets a new Men's Individual 9 Game Set World Record with an astonishing 1563 series! Bowling games of 164-185-177-131-155-178-185-201-187 in the Duckpins4Ever Triples on June 28 at Walkersville Lanes, he broke a record that had stood for 36 years. Fantastic bowling Colton- you rock!!!
May 19, 2025
Kelley attained a 414 series, exceeding her average by 117 pins, in the Wednesday Night League at Dual Lanes in Hagerstown, MD on April 9, 2025. Kelley Shelton (left) was presented with her Jacket-Gold Level Award by Mike Cox (right), Secretary-Treasurer of the Hagerstown Bowling Association. Excellent bowling performance, Kelley!
May 19, 2025
Bill rolled a 382 three-game set (109 pins over average) in The 2nd Annual Richard White Memorial / TKB Handicap 3-Game Tournament at TKB Club in Vernon, CT on April 12, 2025. Bill (left) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from Tournament Director / RIDBA President / NDBC Immediate Past President - Al Zoraian (right). Super bowling, Bill!!
May 15, 2025
Congratulations to Lisa Huber & Abbey Schline on their fabulous bowling! On Saturday, May 10th in the Once-a-Month Doubles at Parkville, Lisa bowled 147-157=304 and Abbey rolled 173-193=366 in the first block for a 670 beating their own previous World Record by 43 pins. In the second block Lisa rolled 149-133=282 and Abbey bowled 116-142=258 for a 540 giving them a combined total and new Four Game World Record of 1210. Way to go ladies!!
May 12, 2025
Leigh rolled 116 pins over her average of 80, in the Husky Doubles at Lucky Strike Lanes in Mansfield Center, CT, on April 8, 2025. Her scores were 114 + 129 + 113 = 356. Leigh Stearns (left), received her NDBC Gold Award-Jacket from league coordinator Tom Clauson (right). Super bowling Leigh!!
May 5, 2025
Andy rolled a 501 three-game set (144 pins over average) in the Wickford Thursday Night Triples League at Wickford Lanes in North Kingstown, RI on March 20, 2025. Andy (left) received his Jacket-Gold Level Award from League President, Eric Barnes (right). Super bowling, Andy!
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
View all award recipients for 2024-25
CONGRATULATIONS Everyone!! A special thank you goes out to all of the league secretaries and tournament directors 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, November 22, 2025
NDBC Board Meeting
Sat, February 21, 2026
NDBC Board Meeting
Thu, April 30, 2026
NDBC Board Meeting
Fri, May 1, 2026
Annual Meeting
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.