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  • Local Bowling Report: Havre's Antley rolls a career night

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Mar 31, 2016

    Sunday, March 13, in the Sunday Night Keglers league Ryne Antley, one of the rising stars of Havre and the state of Montana, put together games of 245, 224, 237 for a 706 series, his highest to date. Ryne is one of the new bowlers who uses the two handed delivery. He is advancing at a fast rate with that style. At first I was skeptical with that syle of delivery but I think it is the new generation of bowling. It seems easier to teach and has a lot more power. I am sure we will be hearing a lot more of Ryne in the future....

  • Local Bowling Report: Tourney results are in

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Mar 18, 2016

    The final weekend of play in the No-Tap and Men’s Revenge is over and there is some changes in both tournaments. Capturing first place in the No-Tap Mixed was local bowlers, Doug and Dianne Watson, with a score of 1,679; 2nd place went to Donna Borgen and Steve Miner of Glasgow with a score of 1,668. Alicia Burrington and Ryne Antley of Havre took 3rd place with a score of 1,648 followed by Julie Rodgers and Roman Surber in 4th place with 1,629, and 5th place was a tie by Denise Friede and Roman Surber with 1,621 and Ali W...

  • Local Bowling Report: Youth bowler rolls memorable game at Hi Line Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Mar 11, 2016

    After two weekends of play in the No Tap & Men’s Revenge the standings are as follows: No-Tap Mixed: 1st Donna Borgen & Steve Miller, 1,668; 2nd Denise Freide & Roman Surber 1,621; Ali Wood and Ryan Mapes 1,621; Donna Tilleman and Ryne Antley 1,589. MEN’S REVENGE: Laci Farmer and Jacob Anderson 1,511; Sandy Jones and Gary Rettig 1,503; Denise Freide and Roman Surber 1,478. There is one more weekend remaining in the tournament. Please call for a spot. On Sunday Lane Kinsella, bowling in the Prep division of the youth league, l...

  • Local Bowling Report: Tournaments roll on at Hi Line Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Mar 4, 2016

    After one weekend of competition in the No-Tap Mixed and Men’s Revenge, standings are as follows: No-Tap: 1st place is Pam Conaster and Bill Daugherty; 2nd place is Donna Borgen and Steve Miner, Glasgow; 3rd place is Denise Freide and Roman Surber. Men’s Revenge: 1st place is Denise Freide and Roman Surber 1,478; 2nd place is Donna and Dale Borgen 1,440, Glasgow. U.S.B.C. City Tournament Results are: TEAMS: 1st is Snakes on a lane 2,669; 2nd is Us Girls 2,531; 3rd is Zoo 2,493; 4th is Clausen & Sons 2,463. DOUBLES: 1st pla...

  • Local Bowling Report: Two big tournaments coming to Hi Line Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Feb 12, 2016

    Over the weekend a few area bowlers traveled to Choteau to bowl in a scratch tournament. Shawn Mariani and Kelly Olson placed eighth and 11th, respectively while Jim LaBuda of Big Sandy ended up in the ninth position. The tournament was won by Lefty Mark Hodges from Butte, a former P.B.A. member and a Hall of Fame bowler. Hi Line Lanes is presenting two big tournaments in one, the Annual No-Tap Mixed Doubles and Men’s Mixed Revenge. Keglers will have their choice of what tournament they want to bowl in. The dates are Feb. 2...

  • Local Bowling Report: Plenty of tourney action around the Hi-Line this month

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Feb 4, 2016

    For the tournament minded bowler, there are several going on right now, plus a few coming in the near future. These centers spend a lot of money, time, and labor in hosting a tournament. I would hope all U.S.B.C. members realize this and support the different tournaments in our area. They are as follows: The 27th annual Budweiser Handicap Tournament at Snowy Lanes in Lewistown is running through through Feb. 28 for team and singles. Call 1-877-538-3473. No-Tap Mixed Doubles at Jack’s Lanes in Fort Benton Feb. 13through F...

  • Local Bowling Report: Still time to sign up for Hi Line Lanes tournies

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Jan 20, 2016

    Holden’s Hot Wheels Junior/Adult scotch doubles tournament is schedule for Jan. 31. Those interested may sign up at the desk. The format is one youth and one adult alternating shots for the games bowled. There will be Bantam, Prep, Junior and Major divisions according to age. The Second Annual U.S.B.C. City Tournament will be held the week of Feb. 17 with team, doubles and singles. All events are optional. Team events will be four-person teams. All U.S.B.C. members are encouraged to bowl and support the local Association. S...

  • Local Bowling Report: Holden's Scotch Doubles coming to Hi Line Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Jan 13, 2016

    The Holden’s Hot Wheels Junior/Adult scotch doubles tournament is schedule for Sunday, Jan. 31. Those interested may sign up at the desk. The format is one youth and one adult alternating shots for the games bowled. There will be Bantam, Prep, Junior and Major Divisions according to age. The Hi Line Lanes Challenge tournament is rescheduled for this Saturday at 2 p.m., however, in order to run this tournament we need 24 entries. At this writing there are only eight keglers signed up. SUNDAY KEGLERS: S.Robinson 174, 453; D. B...

  • Local Bowling Report: Sign up for New Years Eve Jackpot Bowling

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Dec 23, 2015

    It looks like we will have a semi-white Christmas this year. I know everyone hopes for a real white one, but it is sure nice not to have a snow shovel in your hand continuously. Time is running out to sign up for New Year’s Eve Jackpot. Call for your spot at 265-5885. SUNDAY KEGLERS: Red Neck Yacht Club 912; 3Balls Split 2525; S. Robinson 173, 487; S. Burrington 223, 600. Other Honors: R. Surber 205; J. Burrington 210; P. Newton 213. 1st place is 3 Balls & Split. WOMEN’S CITY: Crystal City 856, 2430; J. Rodgers 204, 225, 597...

  • Local Bowling Report: Hi Line Lanes Challenge tourney moved to January

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Dec 17, 2015

    The Hi Line Lanes Challenge Tournament has been rescheduled for Jan. 16, 2016 at 2 p.m. Call for reservations at 265-5885 or 390-3205. The New Year’s Eve Jackpot tickets are now available for the fun filled night. Call for your reservations. SUNDAY KEGLERS: 3 Ball & A Split 937, 2736; D. Tilleman 190, 487; N. Turner 244, 679. OTHER HONORS: S. Robinson 167; C. Owens 212-589; D. Linderman 226, 610; R. Surber 231, 616; S. Burrington 213; S. Holden 218, 626; B. Arvin 210. SPLITS: J. Stiles 5-10. 1st place is 3 Balls and a S...

  • Local Bowling Report: Local bowlers do well at famed Calgary tourney

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Nov 18, 2015

    On the weekend of Nov. 7-8, three keglers traveled across the border to Calgary. They were Jacob Anderson, Ryan Mapes and Shawn Mariani. Report was Ryan and Shawn qualilfied Saturday with Ryan 12th and Shawn 20th, while Jacob missed the cut. In match play Sunday Ryan finished 32nd and Shawn 13th in the overall standings. That tournament is one of the premier tournaments in Canada and attracts bowlers from all over Canada and the Northwest. There was a total of 12 bowlers from Montana making the trip to Calgary and 10 qualifie...

  • Local Bowling Report: Still time to sign up for youth bowling in Havre

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Nov 5, 2015

    There will be a Havre U.S.B.C. open meeting tonight at 6 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to elect board members. All members of the U.S.B.C. are urged to attend. The meeting will be at Hi Line Lanes. If anyone is interested in serving on the board of directors, It is advised to attend the meeting. There is still time to sign up your child for the Sunday Youth Leagues. They commence bowling on Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Going back in time to 1958, a little bowling trivia counted 4,000-plus B.P.A.A. members (Bowling Proprietors...

  • Local Bowling Report: Hi Line Lanes Challenge on tap in November

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Oct 29, 2015

    The Hi Line Lanes Challenge Tournament will be Saturday, Nov. 28 at 2 p.m. There is a $500 guaranteed first place payout.Also, new this year is $50 to the high scratch game and to the high scratch series, (games 1-2-3 or 4-5-6 only). The tournament is limited to 36 bowlers. Call the lanes at 265-5885 for your spot. On Sunday, the U.S.B.C. Youth league got underway with bowlers across the house. Especially, the Pee Wee’s numbers were way up. This is a bumper league that runs for six weeks by Marcia Lynnes. She would welcome m...

  • Local Bowling Report: Montana State Seniors a hit at Hi Line Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Oct 22, 2015

    After three weekends of continuous bowling the Montana State Senior Tournament is over and in the books. Final results are below. A big thank you goes out to the Havre U.S.B.C. for the job in running the tournament and especially to Shawn Mariani for all of his hard work starting in August in organizing all the shifts and times and keeping track of all of the entries. Super job, Shawn. Also, to all of the volunteers who worked the days of the tournament. Julie Rodgers and Dianne Watson who put the tournament book together,...

  • Local Bowling Report: Good turnout for State Seniors

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Oct 15, 2015

    After two weekends of the Montana State Senior Tournament at Hi Line Lanes, the current standings are as follows for six-line singles: Super Senior Open, Handicapped: 1. Merle H. Christianson, 2. Clay Croff, 3. David A Pirker, 4. Don H. Jones; Super Senior Women, Handicapped: 1. Peggy E. Reller, 2. Char Erwin, 3. Doris Howard; A Open, Handicapped: 1. James Watkins, 2. Danne M. Showers; A Women Handicapped: 1. Jane V Shaff, 2. Ruth A. Sparkel, 3. Carole L. McNulty, 4. Faye Brubaker; B Open, Handicapped: 1. Glenn Huestis, 2....

  • Local Bowling Report: League bowling is back

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Sep 30, 2015

    Bowling season is now underway at Hi Line Lanes, and in the fourth week, the leagues are underway and doing great. Scores have been good considering everyone is still a little rusty. The State Senior Tournament gets underway this weekend, with shifts Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The tournament is open to anyone 50 years old and over. The format is a six-line singles tournament with handicap. The bowler will bowl two three-game sets. The tournament is open to men and women and runs the first three weekends in October. Entry...

  • Local Bowling Report: No-Tap on tap at Eagles Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Apr 2, 2015

    The Men’s Revenge is over and the top spot went to Michele Denny and Jacob Anderson with a score of 1,620 and second went to Cindy and Ron Turner with 1554 (Ron having two 300 games with eight pins counting for a strike for men and nine pins for ladies). Monday night proved to be quite a night for Shawn Mariani. First he picked the 7-10 split. Then he followed that with a 299 game leaving a 10-pin on his final ball and just missing his 11th perfecto. Tourney Trail: No-Tap in Chinook at the Eagles Lanes with $1,000 g...

  • Local Bowling Report: Chinook couple captures mixed doubles tourney

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Mar 18, 2015

    New leaders emerged on the final weekend of the No Tap Mixed Doubles at Hi Line Lanes. Linda and Bob Azure from Chinook, with a score of 1,719 were victorious, winning a $500 first-place prize and jackets donated by Havre Distributors. Second place went to the team of Alicia Burrington and Ryan Mapes, who led the tournament for the first two weekends with a score of 1,716. Third place with 1,652 was Denise Friede and Kyle Surber. Fourth place was Alicia Burrington and Chris Owens with 1,648. Fifth place is Pam Darrah and...

  • Local Bowling Report: No-Tap tourney continues at Hi Line Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Mar 13, 2015

    After second week of the NoTap Tournament the standing are as follows: First, Alicia Burrington and Ryan Mapes 1,716, Second, Denise Friede and Kyle Surber 1,652, Third, Alicia Burrington and Chris Owens 1,648; Fourth, Pam Darrah and Dave Azure, Chinook, 1,636, Fifth, Susan Springer and Shawn Mariani 1,603. SUNDAY KEGLERS: Bud Light 985; Kyle Surber’s Team 2618; M. Denny 222, 498; J. Lynnes 248; K. Surber 651. Other Honors: D. Tilleman 183; A. Newton 193; S. Burrington 226, 212, 629; D. Linderman 221; R. Surber 222, 626. S...

  • Local Bowling Report: Shawn Mariani rolls another 300 game

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Mar 5, 2015

    After one weekend of play in the No-tap Mixed Doubles the top four positions are: first, Alicia Burrington and Ryan Mapes with 1.716; second, Denise Freide and Kyle Surber with 1,652; third, Alicia Burrington and Chris Owens with 1,648; and fourth, Suener Springer and Shawn Mariani with 1,603. The tournament runs for two more weekends on Saturday and Sundays. Also the $500 prize is still available for a 292 game. Monday night saw Shawn Mariani add another 300-game to his string of prefection. This one puts him in double...

  • Local Bowling Report: Ryan Mapes bowls his third career 300-game

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Feb 27, 2015

    After a weekend of fierce bowling, the first ever Havre U.S.B.C. tournament is over. This was the first tournament where men and women competed against each other. Here are the “unofficial results.” The Team Event was won by Shamrock’s with a score of 2,504. Members were Doris Howard, Suoener Springer, Modesty Cavin and Julie Rodgers. Second place in team was Budlight with 2,492, and third was the 4 Goofs with 2,486. In doubles, first was Ryan Mapes and Corey Winson 1,467; second was Julile Rodgers and Modesty Cavin 1,394; th...

  • Local Bowling Report: No-Tap Mixed Tourney on tap at Hi Line Lanes

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Feb 18, 2015

    Hi Line Lanes Annual No-Tap Mixed Tournament will get underway Saturday, Feb. 28 and run for three weekends. A prize of $500 will be awarded for a 292 game along with the other prizes. Shifts will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday with no shifts after 5 p.m. Sundays. Call for more details at 265-5885 and to reserve a spot. There will be a Men’s Revenge following the No-Tap. Dates to be determined. SUNDAY KEGLERS: Holden’s Hot Wheels 956, 2734; D. Tilleman 186, 499; R. Turner 278, 729. Other Honors are: D. Friede 179; J....

  • Local Bowling Report: A busy time of year on the tournament scene

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Feb 4, 2015

    Things are quiet on the bowling scene this week, so I will be covering tournaments. The Budweiser Tournament in Lewistown is heading into the third weekend of play with two remaining. People can all 1-877-538-3473 for reservations. State Tournament Entry blanks are available for the Youth, Women’s, and the U.S.B.C. Open. Billings is hosting the youth while Butte is the home for the women and Missoula for the men. Jack’s Bar and Lanes in Fort Benton is hosting their annual No Tap Mixed Doubles, Feb. 7-28. Havre’s U.S.B...

  • Local Bowling Report: Roman Surber wins Hi Lane Lanes Challenge

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Jan 28, 2015

    Last Saturday, 26 men and women bowlers took to the hardwoods to show their skills on the different oil patterns. When the step ladder ended, Roman Surber was the top dog for the second time in three years. The step ladder started with Surber defeating Shawn Burrington 219 to 182, then moving on to out score Terry Adolf 222 to 218. Bob Azure was the next opponent with 149 to 212, and finally the tournament leader, James LaBuda with 187 to 241. This is the third time LaBuda has been in second place. There were bowlers from...

  • Local Bowling Report: Holden's Scotch Doubles tourney set for Sunday

    Ken Brubaker|Updated Jan 21, 2015

    The Junior/Adult League will be starting Monday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at Hi Line Lanes. Anyone interested in bowling in it should phone the lanes at 265-5885. Teams will consist of one junior bowler and one adult. This will be a short league, bowling only eight weeks. All results and the cost will be decided on the first night of bowling, so participants are asked to be there one-half hour early. Holden’s Hot Wheels Tournament is this Sunday. Shift times are 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Anyone can bowl in this Scotch Doubles Tournament. T...

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