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Area teen has all the write moves

By ERIC MUSKATEVC
Published September 17, 2006

In more ways than one, Shane Smith became a winner.

After troubling times and early disinterest in other sports, Smith joined a Saturday starter league at Tarpon Lanes just to pick up the game. After raising his average, and interest in bowling, he felt compelled to essay his gratitude to the sport as bowling enthusiasts from across the country participated in the National Bowling Week art, photography and essay contests. The winners earned scholarships and cash prizes.

The Palm Harbor teen won a $1,000 scholarship from the USBC and the Bowling Proprietors' Association of America in celebration of National Bowling Week, which began Aug. 26 and concluded Sept. 1. The National Bowling Essay Contest encouraged writers to share their best bowling moments or describe how bowling has positively impacted their lives.

Smith placed second in the youth essay division. Greg Lindberg, also from Palm Harbor, received a $100 prize in the adult division for his essay after placing 10th.

In Smith's case, he found a sport he enjoyed, and a newfound relationship with his father, who is his mentor, best friend and biggest fan. "He has been there for me and it has made all the difference in the world," Shane wrote in his essay, according to bowl.com.

PCHSL: Palm Harbor University (40-2) has won all but two of the 42 points available after Week 2 of the Pinellas County High School League, leading the girls scratch division in front of Tarpon Springs (37-5) and Northeast (36-6).

Ashly Galante again led strong scores from the girls with a 275/699 for Tarpon, bettering even the boys. Northeast's Sarah Shouppe (225/610) and Kristen Chassereau (220/580) helped keep the Vikings up front. Handicapped, Boca Ciega (32-10) leads over Countryside (29-13) and St. Petersburg (28-14). Busting averages, Elizabeth Swan of Largo (154 average) rolled a 232 game finishing, with a 536 series and Lakewood's Niki Kyro (116 average) had a 209 game.

The Bordner brothers Trevor and Tyler have split up the boys division. Trevor finished with a boys-high 668, featuring a 254 game for St. Petersburg (35-7 and 33-9), which is second in both the scratch and handicapped scores behind Pinellas Park. Tyler led the Patriots last week, rolling rolled a 221/609. Palm Harbor University (34-8) is third in scratch and Northeast, led by Ryan Rutan's 258/622, is third in handicapped scores (29-13).

Other good scores from the boys came from Countryside's Matt Florio (268/646) and Jon Brady (236/672), Osceola's Greg Krug (248/645), and East Lake's Jay Zuendorfer (236/603).

In junior varsity play, all handicapped, Clearwater No. 2 holds a slight lead over Seminole and Countryside. JV honors went to Jeremy Warren (PP) 262 with a 158 average, Mike Coneby (PHU) 255/677, Robert Hower (OSC) 243/580 with a 156 average, Paul Stamper (PP) 235, 158 average, Clay Crouch (PP) 222/619 with a 163 average, Matt Hawley (OSC) 221/609, and Allie Edgar (EL) 247/653.

NABI: Results from Club 577's meeting two weeks ago include local Mel Dukes of Clearwater finishing second and earning $145 with a Sunday-high average of 187. In sixth-place, Lorri Lloyd made $50 with a 165 average. Call (863) 667-4779 or look online at centralflorida.bowlnabi.com for more details.

SCORES

Sunrise Lanes - Strike & Spare: Lou Tracl 654, Joe Dluzak Jr. 669, Edna Berry 212, Yvonna Court 206. Commercial: Gary Brunner 708, Mike O'Neil 278-258-257/793, Tom Vizenor 683, Tim Dunbar 270-268/775, Russell O'neal 256/692, Keith Glasgow 255/714, Greg Ickes 265/734, Mike Bongiorno 675, Ben Johnston 666, Ray Caffee 268, Joe Deluzak 251/684, Brian Hargave 253-269/729, Andy Gauthier 299/738, Bill Hicks 278-287/793, Rusty Genevie 668, Justin Veitch 681. Mr. & Mrs.: Chris Maddox 657. Funtime Mixed: Marc Harvey 267/724, Clay Hatfield 689, Gary Gray 257, Tricia 268. LateMates: Cindy Head 223/636, Ben Johnston 651. TGIF: Bob Kabala Sr. 266, Pete Glustozzi 682, Branden McCombs 695, Justin Veitch 268/728, Allie Smith 228-211/640.

Ten Pin Lanes - Men: Paul Doyon 300/720, Ernie Fede 278/694, Pete Sahner 277/672, Gary Babich 258/705, Jake Sorensen 257/616, Don Vachon 256/655, Glenn Jeffers 247/654, Mike Agostine 247, Jason Pettry 246/645, Brett Frisse 246/668. Women: Lisa Bereczki 288/698, Kari Militello 257/593, Robin Hintz 224/594, Jen Layton 544. Sr. Men: Dave DeLorenzo 244/588, Rich Erpenbeck 234/567. Sr. Ladies: MaryJo Borton 210/580, Marion Love 204/511. USBC Youth: Anthony Yingling 269/643, Charlie Bonfield 243/551, Chris Ellis 234/637, Brad Wimmer 212/553, Zachary Koziel 185/456.

Liberty Lanes - Dee Watkins 225, Kathy Johnson 225, Debi Kidd 223, Ryan Brembs 278/749, Gary Brunner 279/731, Derek Dzerba 714, Teresa Genevie 223/656, Rick Wells 701, Bev Ullrich 227/634, Donnie Wright 300, Frank Fernandes 721, Beth Rochelle 258/647, Chris Jennings 722, John Zimbaro 278/715, Todd Garner 708, Alex Linn 277, Dan Stanton 277/719, Ron Sullivan 715, Kristin McKee 225/663, Lisa Bereczki 279/762, Tammy Tucker 224, Frank Slaughter 723, Mike Bongiorno 280/738, Nick Gates 277/718, Billy Wilder Jr. 275/706, Todd Browne 289, Corrine Corillo 266.

Dunedin Lanes - Doug Vorbeck 754, Randy Randazzo 719, Jeff Boney 715, Scotty Gormley 714, Jow Plankenhorn 704, Pat Klotchko 698, Andy Stumpf 695, Mike Bieluwka 690, Debbie Rettman 279/636, Janice Chevalier 677, Kitty Komin 641, Jodi Kroeger 616, Pam Buckley 614. 4-Game: James Ellis 297/993, Roger Knoll 963, Lou Alessi 956, Jamie Lloyd 896, Melanie O'Grady 892, Lisa Beck 874.

Twedt's Lanes - Men: Joe Alore 716, Bob Hubbard Jr. 736, Loy Pryor 710, Bob Lawson 703, Tod Janssen 702, Chris Springstead 697, Bob Kenyon 685, Ron Sullivan 681, Greg Mong 679, Robin Hood 662, James Sewell 656, Dave Lawson 655, Dave Trovato 655, Jack Ferrell 643, Don Signarovitz 635, Jeff Williams 629, Brian Egnatuk 614, Bob Hubbard Sr. 612, Al Bolander 611, Dereck Slaybaugh 605. Women: Gloria Alore 551, Mary McAleer 537, Dang Welton 533, Mary Cook 530, Kay McAleer 530, Donna Gunther 527, Brenda Bolander 525, Becky D'Angelo 520, Aymee Torres 514, Holly Wagner 511, Kim Linkewitz 509, Maureen Mercer 503, Dotty Blazier 502. USBC Youth: Joey Alore Jr. 605.

Countryside Lanes - Honors: Jesse Francis, Craig Gurney, Jim Cosentino.

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