Local Bowling Report: Hi Line Lanes Challenge a hit

On Saturday, Nov. 24th, 32 keglers tried to conquer the difficult lane conditions across the Hi Line Lanes. In the final game, Erik Kanning of Shelby took home the top prize of $380 by defeating James LaBuda of Big Sandy 181 to 208 in the step ladder. In the step ladder, it was Chris LaBuda over Doris Kimmerle of Great Falls 189 to 196; then James LaBuda over Chris (his son) 173 to 237; then James defeating Andy Kost of Missoula 230 to 203 for third place.

Bowlers competing in the challenge came from Harlem, Shelby, Big Sandy, Great Falls, Missoula, and Havre. Cody Thompson, Shawn Mariani, and Julie Rodgers finished in the Top 12. All-in-all it was a great turnout and Hi Line Lanes thanks all who participated.

The Annual Junior/Adult No-Tap league will be starting on Jan. 7 and running throughMarch 11. The league is limited to 10 teams with two per team. Teams may sign up at the desk or call 265-5885. Time for the league will be at 7 p.m.

We apologize for no article last week. Mother nature took its course on the typist last week as she was sick for three days and as for me, I would still be typing the article. Once again we apologize. The scores are one week behind and they will be caught up next week.

TIP OF THE WEEK: Good footwork creates a consistent swing path. Bowlers who have the straightest, most relaxed swings-swings that stay in line with their shoulder and fall directly under the head- tend not only to have the most consistent direction but also have the greatest capacity for generating power in the form of speed and rev. rate. Next week measuring the swing at four points.

TOURNEY TRAIL: The P.B.A. Tour starts this Sunday on ESPN at 11 a.m. mtn. time.

Sign-up sheets are out for New Years Eve Jackpot. Please sign up early. Maximum of six bowlers per lane, and it starts at 8 p.m.

HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK Of Nov. 18th.

SUNDAY KEGLERS: Creative Leisure 926, 2505; D. Friede 192, 527; M. Hamilton 285, 691. 200's, 500's, & 600's: J. Lynnes 201, 204, 616; M. Kardell (Sr.) 237, 581; N. Turner 236, 613; R. Turner 248, 631; R. Surber 237, 627. 1st place is Independence Bank.

MONDAY STRAIGHTAWAY: Minnow's Marine 693, 2600; M. Hamilton 279; R. Mapes 1013. Honor Scores: C. Anderson 224, 234, 818; M. Hamilton 279, 235, 249 (708) and 957; E. Boucher 220; T. Riscoe 244, 843; J. McDonald 257, 227, 234, 902; R. Turner 242, 227, 840; S. Mariani 242, 229, 237 (708) and 858; M. Makeshine 238; D. Person 243; M. Kardell 222; J. Anderson 237, 231, 800; R. Surber 233, 815; R. Mapes 255, 247, 244 (746 and 1013. 1st place is Minnows Marine.

WOMENS CITY: K. & F Services 821, 2407; J. Rodgers 203, 581. T. Wright 182; Michale Beck 181, 510; S. Robinson 183; D. Tilleman 180; Lacy Farmer 184. SPLITS: L. O'Leary 3-10. 1st place is 15 West.

MENS CITY: Havre Ford 1132; Diversified Surveying 3252; S. Mariani 265; J. McDonald 700. C. Thompson 224, 587; M. Hamilton 222, 633; J. Shulund 640; J. Mellem 596; T. Job 590.

HIGH FOR THE WEEK: Julie Rodgers 203, 581; Mike Hamilton 285, 708; Shawn Mariani 708.

K-LINES HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE WEEK OF 11-26-12

MONDAY MIXED: L. Hansen 169, 459; S. Rettig 225, 590; Bob Cats 838, 2414.

TUESDAY HDCP: D. Hybner 254, 665; NcNair Furniture 851; Heydon Doors 2371.

WEDNESDAY WOMEN CIVIC: P. Walstad 167; A. Wicken 459; Split Happens 423; 100's 1199.

200's, 500's, 600's: B. Langel 223, 543; S. Rettig 225, 590; D. Hybner 211, 571, 665; Gordon Standiford 211, 526; Gary Standiford 517; R. Melby 529; F. Nelson 529, G. Spinler 523.

SPLITS: J. Standiford 2-7; M Hybner 5-7;,A. Nerat 3-10; L. Foster 5-7, 5-6-7, 4-5; D. Stevenson 6-7; D. Hybner 4-7-9-10.