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Local Bowling Report: Havre's Antley rolls a career night
Sunday, March 13, in the Sunday Night Keglers league Ryne Antley, one of the rising stars of Havre and the state of Montana, put together games of 245, 224, 237 for a 706 series, his highest to date. Ryne is one of the new bowlers... — Updated 3/31/2016
Local Bowling Report: Tourney results are in
The final weekend of play in the No-Tap and Men’s Revenge is over and there is some changes in both tournaments. Capturing first place in the No-Tap Mixed was local bowlers, Doug and Dianne Watson, with a score of 1,679; 2nd... — Updated 3/18/2016
Local Bowling Report: Youth bowler rolls memorable game at Hi Line Lanes
After two weekends of play in the No Tap & Men’s Revenge the standings are as follows: No-Tap Mixed: 1st Donna Borgen & Steve Miller, 1,668; 2nd Denise Freide & Roman Surber 1,621; Ali Wood and Ryan Mapes 1,621; Donna Tilleman... — Updated 3/11/2016
Local Bowling Report: Tournaments roll on at Hi Line Lanes
After one weekend of competition in the No-Tap Mixed and Men’s Revenge, standings are as follows: No-Tap: 1st place is Pam Conaster and Bill Daugherty; 2nd place is Donna Borgen and Steve Miner, Glasgow; 3rd place is Denise... — Updated 3/4/2016
Local Bowling Report: Two big tournaments coming to Hi Line Lanes
Over the weekend a few area bowlers traveled to Choteau to bowl in a scratch tournament. Shawn Mariani and Kelly Olson placed eighth and 11th, respectively while Jim LaBuda of Big Sandy ended up in the ninth position. The... — Updated 2/12/2016
Local Bowling Report: Plenty of tourney action around the Hi-Line this month
For the tournament minded bowler, there are several going on right now, plus a few coming in the near future. These centers spend a lot of money, time, and labor in hosting a tournament. I would hope all U.S.B.C. members realize... — Updated 2/4/2016
Local Bowling Report: Still time to sign up for Hi Line Lanes tournies
Holden’s Hot Wheels Junior/Adult scotch doubles tournament is schedule for Jan. 31. Those interested may sign up at the desk. The format is one youth and one adult alternating shots for the games bowled. There will be Bantam,... — Updated 1/20/2016
Local Bowling Report: Holden's Scotch Doubles coming to Hi Line Lanes
The Holden’s Hot Wheels Junior/Adult scotch doubles tournament is schedule for Sunday, Jan. 31. Those interested may sign up at the desk. The format is one youth and one adult alternating shots for the games bowled. There will... — Updated 1/13/2016
Local Bowling Report: Sign up for New Years Eve Jackpot Bowling
It looks like we will have a semi-white Christmas this year. I know everyone hopes for a real white one, but it is sure nice not to have a snow shovel in your hand continuously. Time is running out to sign up for New Year’s Eve... — Updated 12/23/2015
Local Bowling Report: Hi Line Lanes Challenge tourney moved to January
The Hi Line Lanes Challenge Tournament has been rescheduled for Jan. 16, 2016 at 2 p.m. Call for reservations at 265-5885 or 390-3205. The New Year’s Eve Jackpot tickets are now available for the fun filled night. Call for your... — Updated 12/17/2015
Local Bowling Report: Local bowlers do well at famed Calgary tourney
On the weekend of Nov. 7-8, three keglers traveled across the border to Calgary. They were Jacob Anderson, Ryan Mapes and Shawn Mariani. Report was Ryan and Shawn qualilfied Saturday with Ryan 12th and Shawn 20th, while Jacob misse... — Updated 11/18/2015
Local Bowling Report: Still time to sign up for youth bowling in Havre
There will be a Havre U.S.B.C. open meeting tonight at 6 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to elect board members. All members of the U.S.B.C. are urged to attend. The meeting will be at Hi Line Lanes. If anyone is interested in... — Updated 11/5/2015
Local Bowling Report: Hi Line Lanes Challenge on tap in November
The Hi Line Lanes Challenge Tournament will be Saturday, Nov. 28 at 2 p.m. There is a $500 guaranteed first place payout.Also, new this year is $50 to the high scratch game and to the high scratch series, (games 1-2-3 or 4-5-6... — Updated 10/29/2015
Local Bowling Report: Montana State Seniors a hit at Hi Line Lanes
After three weekends of continuous bowling the Montana State Senior Tournament is over and in the books. Final results are below. A big thank you goes out to the Havre U.S.B.C. for the job in running the tournament and especially... — Updated 10/22/2015
Local Bowling Report: Good turnout for State Seniors
After two weekends of the Montana State Senior Tournament at Hi Line Lanes, the current standings are as follows for six-line singles: Super Senior Open, Handicapped: 1. Merle H. Christianson, 2. Clay Croff, 3. David A Pirker, 4.... — Updated 10/15/2015
Local Bowling Report: League bowling is back
Bowling season is now underway at Hi Line Lanes, and in the fourth week, the leagues are underway and doing great. Scores have been good considering everyone is still a little rusty. The State Senior Tournament gets underway this... — Updated 9/30/2015
Local Bowling Report: No-Tap on tap at Eagles Lanes
The Men’s Revenge is over and the top spot went to Michele Denny and Jacob Anderson with a score of 1,620 and second went to Cindy and Ron Turner with 1554 (Ron having two 300 games with eight pins counting for a strike for men... — Updated 4/2/2015
Local Bowling Report: Chinook couple captures mixed doubles tourney
New leaders emerged on the final weekend of the No Tap Mixed Doubles at Hi Line Lanes. Linda and Bob Azure from Chinook, with a score of 1,719 were victorious, winning a $500 first-place prize and jackets donated by Havre... — Updated 3/18/2015
Local Bowling Report: No-Tap tourney continues at Hi Line Lanes
After second week of the NoTap Tournament the standing are as follows: First, Alicia Burrington and Ryan Mapes 1,716, Second, Denise Friede and Kyle Surber 1,652, Third, Alicia Burrington and Chris Owens 1,648; Fourth, Pam Darrah... — Updated 3/13/2015
Local Bowling Report: Shawn Mariani rolls another 300 game
After one weekend of play in the No-tap Mixed Doubles the top four positions are: first, Alicia Burrington and Ryan Mapes with 1.716; second, Denise Freide and Kyle Surber with 1,652; third, Alicia Burrington and Chris Owens with... — Updated 3/5/2015
Local Bowling Report: Ryan Mapes bowls his third career 300-game
After a weekend of fierce bowling, the first ever Havre U.S.B.C. tournament is over. This was the first tournament where men and women competed against each other. Here are the “unofficial results.” The Team Event was won by Sh... — Updated 2/27/2015
Local Bowling Report: No-Tap Mixed Tourney on tap at Hi Line Lanes
Hi Line Lanes Annual No-Tap Mixed Tournament will get underway Saturday, Feb. 28 and run for three weekends. A prize of $500 will be awarded for a 292 game along with the other prizes. Shifts will begin at 1 p.m. Saturday and... — Updated 2/18/2015
Local Bowling Report: A busy time of year on the tournament scene
Things are quiet on the bowling scene this week, so I will be covering tournaments. The Budweiser Tournament in Lewistown is heading into the third weekend of play with two remaining. People can all 1-877-538-3473 for... — Updated 2/4/2015
Local Bowling Report: Roman Surber wins Hi Lane Lanes Challenge
Last Saturday, 26 men and women bowlers took to the hardwoods to show their skills on the different oil patterns. When the step ladder ended, Roman Surber was the top dog for the second time in three years. The step ladder started... — Updated 1/28/2015
Local Bowling Report: Holden's Scotch Doubles tourney set for Sunday
The Junior/Adult League will be starting Monday, Feb. 2 at 7 p.m. at Hi Line Lanes. Anyone interested in bowling in it should phone the lanes at 265-5885. Teams will consist of one junior bowler and one adult. This will be a short... — Updated 1/21/2015