Up Your Alley

Up Your Alley Bowling Scores & More

Our bowling members are having a great time this season and enjoy the camaraderie and competition the GPYC bowling leagues have to offer. I am always on hand for a quick tip or words of encouragement on the lanes. As the first half of our bowling season nears the end, it's a great opportunity to showcase some amazing scores these last few weeks.

MONDAY MEN:

Matt Schaden - 285 high game Charles Molnar - 748 series Handicap Game - Schaden 321 Handicap Series - Chris Rodriguez 775

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MIXED:

Kevin Granger - 264 game / 668 series Julie Granger - 212 game Dianna Smith - 546 series Howard Smith, GPYC Bowling Chair THURSDAY NIGHT MIXED: Sean Fannon - 254 game Sean Fannon - 681 Ellen Starks - 172 game

THURSDAY MORNING LADIES:

Dianna Smith - 189 game / 520 actual series Handicap Series - Marylou Corrigan 738 GPYC Bowling Recreation Center will have openings on League the Wednesday night and Thursday Night mixed leagues. If you are interested in joining for the 2nd half-season, it Openings begins the 2nd week of January. There is no better way to enjoy your club than bowling in one of the GPYC leagues Wednesday we offer. Please contact me, Gordy Woods at gwoods@gpyc.org. & Thursday or call (313) 640-7005 for more information.

Evening Two Interclubs were held in November. First, the GPYC men defeated the Red Run Golf Club by 58 pins. Ted Lucia led the Yacht Club with a handicap score of 738, followed by his doubles partner, Andrew Christians, with League Starts 720. Great job bowlers! Next, we went up against the Lochmoor Club and fell way short by 581 pins. Charles 2nd week of Molnar led the Yacht Club with an actual score of 763.

January Our next Interclub will be away against the Country Club of Detroit on January 7. Stay tuned for results. GPYC is looking forward to hosting our annual Member/ Employee bowling party on February 7. This event is Starting Time always one to look forward to and well attended, we hope is 6:30 p.m. to see you there. Finally, a bowling party is a great way to entertain your guests and family this season. Let our talented catering office know if anyone is interested in hosting a bowling party during the winter months, and we can take care of the rest. Thanks, Gordy Woods, Director of Bowling Operations

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Bowling Etiquette 101

Winter bowling is fully underway, with league play and plenty of open bowling options. I thought this would be a good time to share some bowling etiquette tips. Please take a moment to review these tips to make the bowling experience at GPYC more enjoyable for all members. If you have any questions regarding any item, don't hesitate to ask me.

League bowling begins at the scheduled time. Bowlers have the option to arrive for 15 minutes of practice before team play begins. Once a game reaches the fourth frame, bowlers who arrive late will not be allowed to bowl until a new game begins.

Observe side lane courtesy. Check left and right before stepping on the bowling approach. If bowlers arrive at the same time, the bowler on the right has right of way to proceed. Please stay back and let that bowler proceed before approaching to bowl.

After you throw your ball, step back to the rear of the bowling approach to plan your next ball so bowlers on the left or right lanes can approach and organize their throws.

Keep a good pace of play. When bowling, especially during league play, watch who you follow and be ready to bowl when it's your turn. Gently remind teammates and friends of their turn if they become distracted by the camaraderie, food, and drinks that are always present in the Bowling Recreation Center.

Respect the Bowling Recreation Center. Please stow coats, shoes, and bags in the locker area while you bowl. If you wish to rent a bowling locker, contact me for details. In addition, do not bring food or beverages into the bowling area to avoid accidental spills.

The BRC is open to all members. The BRC is an area for all club members to enjoy, even if they are not bowling. The BRC is a casual, friendly venue for food and beverages. So stop by and have some FUN!