Andover, MA – December 8, 2008 – As one of the biggest ambassadors for the sport of bowling, Carolyn Dorin-Ballard has become revered for her work with the USBC and her work away from the lanes. On Sunday, however, she once again was a star on the lanes where she made a name for herself and built her legendary career.
In the PBA Women’s Series in Cheektowaga, NY, Carolyn Dorin-Ballard took home the Cheetah Championship title with a narrow 208-204 victory over Stefanie Nation. After striking to open the 10th frame, Carolyn made a great shot to pick up the spare, but also left the door open for Nation to walk through and grab the title. Nation threw her shot right in the pocket, but left the solitary 10-pin to give Carolyn the victory.
“The lanes were tight and if I didn’t catch it the way I needed to, I wouldn’t have gotten the strikes,” said Dorin-Ballard following the match. “Stefanie did really well in the 10th, but I got a break and took it (the match).”
The win Sunday was Carolyn’s second victory in this, the second year of the PBA Women’s Series. Last year, Carolyn won the Great Lakes Classic.
“It’s great to see Carolyn get back to the winner’s circle,” said Bud Clapsaddle, Vice President of Dexter Bowling. “She keeps adding to her legacy on and off the lanes, and we’re proud to support her.”
On the men’s side, Brunswick Shoe PBA Staff member Parker Bohn III won the Cheetah Championship title with a 242-198 victory over Mike Scroggins. The win now gives Parker 32 career PBA victories in his storied bowling career, placing him 3rd on the active titles list behind only Walter Ray Williams, Jr. and Pete Weber. He looks to continue his winning ways next week in Baltimore at the Shark Championship.
Congratulations to Carolyn and Parker on their impressive victories!