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Emma Hendrickson, 100, credits staying active and the value of volunteering

Emma Hendrickson, 100, credits staying active and the value of volunteering

Once upon a day, Emma Hendrickson used to set up bowling pins at the local YMCA as part of an ongoing commitment to her favorite sport. The self-described "Judge Judy" of New Jersey bowling protocol, she worked as a secretary at the Y and pitched in at miscellaneous tasks such as pinsetter when the regular pinsetter didn't report for work.

Aaron Smith blog: Goodbye Reno, hello El Paso

Aaron Smith blog: Goodbye Reno, hello El Paso

Well, this first blog entry was going to be me introducing myself to the bowling world, but too many cool things have happened within the past few hours that deserve this space instead.

Participation stories highlight 2009 Women&amp;#39;s Championships

Participation stories highlight 2009 Women's Championships

The 2009 USBC Women's Championship in Reno, Nev., saw two competitors hit the 50-year mark for participation, another reach 60 years and Mini Tvaska extend her participation record.

North Dakota bowler rolls first perfect game of 2010 USBC Open Championships

North Dakota bowler rolls first perfect game of 2010 USBC Open Championships

Barry Zimmerman of Grand Forks, N.D., has been on the verge of perfection at the USBC Open Championships before, and when he got a second chance to add his name to the record books, he took full advantage and rolled the first 300 game of the 2010 event.

Matt Cannizzaro blog: And away we go

Matt Cannizzaro blog: And away we go

This year, some slower days allowed us to ease into the 2010 USBC Open Championships. We had time to re-familiarize ourselves with the intricacies of the tournament and teach the new folks the ins and outs. But now, the days are getting longer and the scores are starting to climb.

Michelle Feldman sets the record in singles

Michelle Feldman sets the record in singles

Michelle Feldman has been a dominating force in women's bowling for more than a decade. She showed at the 2009 United States Bowling Congress Women's Championships that a true champion can prevail despite early struggles.

Top events scheduled for El Paso

Top events scheduled for El Paso

The USBC Women's Championships isn't the only major event scheduled for El Paso in 2010. The arena venue at the El Paso Convention and Performing Arts Center will host two other major tournaments in April.

Iowa bowler continues success at USBC Open Championships

Iowa bowler continues success at USBC Open Championships

Matt Smith of Altoona, Iowa, has performed consistently during his USBC Open Championships career, and he excelled again in 2010, taking the lead in Regular Doubles and Regular All-Events at the National Bowling Stadium on Sunday.

On the Lanes with Patti Riddle

On the Lanes with Patti Riddle

In the coming months, we'll talk with some of the best-known bowlers at the USBC Open Championships and get their thoughts on their time at the tournament and what it takes to succeed on the championship lanes.

Preparation helps Illinois bowler into lead at USBC Open Championships

Preparation helps Illinois bowler into lead at USBC Open Championships

Richard Eisenhut of Downers Grove, Ill., has been working hard at improving his bowling game, and he saw quick results as he moved into the Classified All-Events lead at the 2010 USBC Open Championships.