A Striking Change to the Bowling Team

Nine new bowlers join the team

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2019-2020 West Delaware boys bowling team poses for a group picture.

Charles Rich, Staff

“This is a new season for us,” bowling coach Bob Morris said.

The West Delaware boys bowling team has gained six freshmen, two sophomores, and one senior. Nine out of 17 members are new to the program.

“We have been improving day by day,” varsity bowler Brandon Larson (12) said. “I believe everything that we do has helped us, even the simple drills, like approach and our timing.”

The freshmen are showing their enjoyment in bowling daily. “I love how the team members help each other in a fun, entertaining way,” first-time bowler Landon Letts (9) said. “Even when we are done with practice, a group of us will still try to go bowling together after practice or during the weekend.” 

During practice, Morris and the experienced bowlers work together to accomplish goals. “We are improving and breaking new ground on what we are capable of,” varsity bowler Elijah Heims (12) said. 

The Hawks lost their first meet against Monticello at Legacy Lanes, 2,792 to 3,161. In their second meet, they beat Independence at Lucky 10 Lanes, 2,819 to 2,390, winning by 429 points. Finally, in their third meet, they beat Decorah at Lightning Lanes, 2,858 to 2,755, winning by 103 points.