Indianapolis Bowling Tournament

Bowling in Southern Indianapolis

Sunday, July 18, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center has been hopping this last week with the Junior Gold and US Open Tournaments. We've seen some exciting bowling from the best of the best. The Junior Gold Tournament finals were held at Woodland Bowl on Thursday and Friday, July 17th & 18th.
You can go to www.bowl.com to get the final results. We'd like to congratulate all the bowlers who participated in this prestigious event in Indianapolis this past week.

The US Open Tournament runs through Saturday, July 24th at Expo Bowl. There are still spots available for team and for singles and doubles. Call ahead to confirm availability at 317-787-3448. You can also look at the current standings on line at bowl.com. Keep track of your favorite youth bowlers.

We're getting ready for our fall and mid season bowling leagues to start. Our fall flyer is on our website at www.royalpin.com. Just go to Expo's page to get all the details and to look at the league flyers. We have bowling leagues for every age and ability.

Expo Bowling Center along w/ the other Royal Pin Leisure Centers is offering a FREE 2 week bowling league to any adult or youth who has never bowled in a league before. We want to give you a taste of league bowling, alleviate any fears you have that you may not be good enough, understand how it all works and make your comfortable for league bowling. Expo's league will bowl on 2 Saturdays at 1pm. The dates are August 14th and 21st. Call 317-787-3448 or email sbrehob@royalpin.com to sign up. Again, this is absolutely FREE!!!

Also don't forget to book your next corporate outing with us. This is a great way to team build with your staff, get away from the daily grind and have some fun. Call our main office at 317-576-5174 ext. 209 for groups of 20 or more or call Expo Bowl for smaller groups.
One comment we received from a recent event was;
"We got out of the office and spent time just having fun. Everyone was teamed up with someone they didn't already know and it was a great experience for all. I would definitely recommend your bowling center for any corporate event." M. Schmidt

Expo Bowling Center has so much to offer families, businesses, kids and adults. Check us out on our website, call us, email or see us on Facebook.

Bowling in Indianapolis

Friday, July 2, 2010 by Susie Brehob

We're celebrating the 4th of July with Old Fashioned Days on July 3rd and 4th. Bowling, shoe rental and small sodas are only $1.50 each. Bring your family and friends in and see what we have to offer here at Expo Bowl.

Expo Bowling Center as well as the other Royal Pin Leisure Centers is getting ready to host the Junior Gold and US Open Tournaments. Some of the best and brightest youth bowlers will be in town July 9th thru the 24th to compete in these prestigious tournaments. We're inviting all certified youth bowlers to bowl in the US Open. We're also looking for volunteers to help w/ scoring. To sign up for the Open go to bowl.com and if you're interested in volunteering call Corky Koch at 317-351-0252.

Open bowling will be limited during the tournaments but Laser Tag will be open. Call us at 317-787-3448 to reserve the Laser Tag arena or for lane availability.

It's not too early to think about fall bowling. All full season league bowlers receive discounted bowling ($.99 practice games) as a thank you for bowling in our center. We have men's, women's, mixed, youth and youth adult leagues for every age and ability. Call us at 317-787-3448, e mail sbrehob@royalpin.com, visit us on face book or check our website at www.royalpin.com for more information.

Don't forget to schedule your child's special day by booking their birthday party with us. We offer bowling, laser tag or a combination of the two.
Some recent comments we've received were;

"Shelby took great care of us. The kids had a great time" Debbie M.
"Expo made this so easy. I didn't have to do a thing". Jean S.
"Laser tag was a blast!" Sally D.

Indianapolis Bowling Tournament

Wednesday, June 23, 2010 by Terri Powell

Once again Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis, will be hosting a 9 Pin No Tap Tournament. The newest in tournament rage has hit the city. You do not need to be the all star bowler to enjoy and do well in this event. Meet us at Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis on July 4th at 11 am and make your mark on tournament bowling. The cost is $20.00 per person with a payout of 1 in 6. Do not forget if you knock down 9 pins on your frist ball we will count it as a strike!

Bowling Birthday Party:

On another note bowling birthday parties are still the hit of summer. With Pirate's Cove Miniature Golf in full swing, mini golf birthdays are a huge success. Do not worry about the weather when you schedule your golf party we book lanes for bowling in case of rain. So your back up plan is already in place. Make your child's next birthday party stress free for you! Let Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis handle all the details.

Bowling in Indianapolis

Tuesday, June 22, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center has so much to offer families this summer. Take advantage of all the specials we're running whether it be bowling or laser tag.

Join us July 3rd and 4th for Old Fashioned Days. Bowling, shoe rental and small sodas are only $1.50 each.

Laser Storm is open weekdays starting at noon as well as our normal weekend hours. Mondays play laser tag for half off games (excluding birthday parties, corporate outings or our 10 game card) from open to close.

You can celebrate your child's birthday party at Expo Bowl or Laser Storm and not worry about all the rain we've been having. We're scheduling parties on Saturday and Sunday afternoons or any time lanes are available. Reservations are required. Let us make your child's birthday party care free. We do all the work all you have to do is have fun!!

Tuesdays are Coors Light Redemption Nights. Earn tickets for prizes from our arcade room. Tickets are given out depending on your bowling score. Any age or ability can earn tickets.
Coors Light is also on special all day Tuesdays (must be 21 to purchase beer)

Summer Leagues are going well and we want to remind all who are bowling to be sure to use your free game passes. This is a great way to get some practice bowling this summer. The passes can also be used to bring in family and friends just for the fun of it. Call Expo Bowl for lane availability or to make a reservation at 317-787-3448.

Christmas may seem a long way off but we want to help you get ready. Join our Christmas Club league beginning August 2nd. This fun league runs for 20 weeks and at the end of the league season, every bowler receives $200.00. Save money for Christmas and bowl at the same time!

One of the premier events in Indianapolis this July is the Junior Gold and Youth Open Bowling tournaments. Indianapolis has some of the best youth bowlers in the country. We want to invite any certified youth bowler to bowl in the Youth Open. This is a national tournament so you'll be bowling against youth bowlers from all over the United States and other countries. Indianapolis needs to be represented...don't miss out on bowling in your own city! Go to bowl.com for more information.

Visit our website at www.royalpin.com, email sbrehob@royalpin.com, join us on face book or call 317-787-3448 for more information.

Bowling Centers in Indianapolis

Thursday, June 17, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center hosted the last regular tournament of the Royal Pin Sunday Sweeper Series this past weekend. The Qualifier for the finals will be held at Woodland Bowl on July 18th at 4pm with the finals (top 24) competing at 7pm.

For those of you looking for something to do during the daytime 6/20-6/25, Expo Bowling Center as well as the other 3 Royal Pin Bowling Centers is offering an open bowling special from open to 3pm. The cost is only $14.99 per person and included is 2 hours of unlimited games of bowling, free use of rental shoes, a personal flat bread and a small soda. Reservations can be made but are not necessary.

Laser Storm is open Monday - Friday at 11am, Saturdays and Sundays at 10am.
Join us on Mondays for "Monday Half-Off Mania". Play Laser Tag for half price all day, every Monday. (Special does not include birthday party packages, Fire till you Tire or Ten Game Card pkgs.) Call 317-787-3448 or email sbrehob@royalpin.com for availablility.

Royal Pin Leisure Centers are hosting the Junior Gold and US Open Youth Tournaments this July. Youth Bowlers from all over the United States and some foreign countries have qualified to bowl in the Junior Gold Tournament. However certified youth bowlers of any age can compete in the US Open Tournament at Expo Bowl. We need Indianapolis Youth Bowlers to represent our city in this prestigious tournament. Pre-registration can be made by visiting bowl.com. Walk-ins will be accepted on a first come first serve basis.

Check out all we have to offer at Expo Bowl by going on our website at www.royalpin.com, email sbrehob@sbcglobal.net, or call 317-787-3448.

Western Bowl Indianapolis Avon Middle School finishes Runner-Up in State Finals.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 by Dennis Scott

Western Indianapolis Bowling

Western Bowl Indianapolis; Avon Middle School finishes Runner-Up in State Finals.

With excellent team bowling Avon Middle School, a product of the of the Youth Bowling Leagues in Indianapolis and bowling out of Western Bowl Indianapolis finished runner-ups in the Indiana Middle School State Championships, held at Cooper’s Sport Bowl in Anderson, Indiana and took home the 2^nd place trophy and individual medals home.

The Avon - Western Bowl Indianapolis quintet finished just 30 pins shy of the winning Norwell team total of 2254. The Western Bowl Indianapolis Avon team members are: Nick Corbin who bowled the highest total of all the players in the State Finals led the Avon attack with a outstanding 681 series. Teammates Nate Brigg contributed 532; Jon Elles added 524 and Devin Elmlinger, the only girl on the team, 487 for a team total of 2224.

To advance to the State finals the Western Bowl Indianapolis - Avon team dominated four other schools in the Noblesville Regional Tournament held at Cooper’s Stardust Bowl to advance to the state finals.

In the Regional Youth Bowling event Nick Corbin again led Avon and the entire field with an outstanding 715 series in games of 259, 213, 243. Teammates Nate Briggs followed with 524, Devin Elmlinger, 517 and Jon Elles 502 for a combined total of 2258 winner the region by 74 pins over the home Cooper’s Stardust team.

Avon Middle School Coach Brad Rinehart was proud and all smiles with his Avon quintet accomplishment. “I am proud of all the bowlers in our team; each of them contributed to our success.” He said, that he also would like to "Thank" Western Bowl Indianapolis for all the center did for the Avon team.

Bowling In Southern Indianapolis

Tuesday, June 8, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center hosted the first annual Indianapolis Open Bowling Tournament this past weekend. Pro Bowler Steve Harmon was the tournament director and did a great job.
Many bowlers from Indianapolis and the surrounding area participated as well as several touring pros. Local bowler Jimmy Cook finished first and touring pro bowler Ronnie Russell came in second place. Congratulations to all!
Some of the comments after the first day were:
"Great tournament Steve" Theresa
"Great shot it was playable but competitive" Nate
"Looking forward to next year's tournament" Jack

One of the great events in Indianapolis this weekend will be the Royal Pin Sunday Sweeper Series. This tournament begins at 7pm on the A side of our building. Bowlers will be competing on the Cheetah PBA Pattern. Come out and test your bowling skills!

Youth bowling in Indianapolis is getting exciting this weekend! Expo Bowling Center is hosting the State Masters & Queens and Prince & Princess Tournament this Saturday and Sunday. The best bowlers in the state of Indiana will be competing both days beginning at 9am. If you want to see some great bowling visit us this weekend.

Don't forget your child's birthday and book one of our birthday party packages. We offer laser tag/bowling parties, laser tag parties and bowling parties. Call us at 317-787-3448, e mail sbrehob@royalpin,com or visit our website at www.royalpin.com for more details.

Come in out of the heat and spend time w/ family and friends at Expo Bowl!

Fun Things to do in Indianapolis

Friday, May 28, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center is still the place to be for fun events in Indianapolis

This Memorial Weekend Royal Pin Leisure Centers are Hosting Old Fashion Days! Join us Sat., Sun & Monday for $1.50 bowling games, shoes and sodas. Families looking for something to do should stop in and see what we have to offer.

School's out so Laser Storm will now be open on weekdays. Laser Tag is a great way to get out of the heat but still get some exercise in our air conditioned arena. Reservations are recommended. Call 780-0101 or Expo Bowling Center at 787-3448.

Last weekend was full of kids bowling and laser tag birthday parties at Expo Bowl.

Some of the comments by parents were:

"Marcus made our bowling party so much fun! I will definitely be back s/ my family" Sarah G
"We had a great time at Expo Bowl. Ivan was a big help" Debra H

Bowling Tournaments are still going on at Expo Bowl

Last weekend Expo hosted the first Indiana State AAU Tournament. Two boys teams, 10 individual boys and 4 individual girls advanced on to the National AAU Tournament being held in Virginia Beach Virginia in July. Congratulations to all the athletes!

Pro Bowler Steve Harman is hosting the Indianapolis Open Bowling Tournament June 4-6. at Expo Bowling Center. Contact Steve at smharman@yahoo.com for tournament information or to sign up.

We're still putting summer leagues on the floor. Three leagues that we're offering at this time are our Saturday Adult/Junior Hav-a-ball league, Monday Nite Owls and June Trios. Don't miss out on the opportunity to bowl this summer, receive free games and merchant coupons each week and spend time with family and friends. Get out of the heat and be cool!

Check us out by stopping in, call 787-3448 or emailing sbrehob@royalpin.com

Indianapolis Bowling Tournament

Wednesday, May 19, 2010 by Terri Powell

Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis is in the final stages of preparation for the quarterly 9 pin no tap tournament. This should prove to be a great event this weekend. John is hard at work to insure a fun time is had by all.

If you have never been to Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis this would be a great time to experience our facility. We are one of the best bowling alleys in Indianapolis. Do not be fooled by our ability to host great tournaments, we are also the best place to host your next Indianapolis team building event. There are so many things to choose from at Woodland Bowling Center Indianapolis, here are a few things to consider when you are plaing your next corporate outing. You could do a corporate outings marathon, bowling, arcades, Pirates Cove miniatuare golf and billards. Then finish your day with a beverage in one of our two lounges!

You might also want to consider scheduling kids bowling parties. Woodland bowling center Indianapolis cannot be topped for bowling birthday party. In recent weeks parents have left the following comment cards.

The Jackson Family writes:      Max was Great!
Chris writes:  Everyone did a great job for us!
The Knotts Family writes: It was a great experience. Everything was well planned out and the gift bags were excellent. Tylisa did a great job!

Once again I am proud of our kids bowling parties hosts. They work very hard to provide stress free bowling birthday party.

Bowling on the southside of Indianapolis

Tuesday, May 18, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center hosted the 2nd Annual Middle School Regional bowling tournament this past weekend. Youth bowlers from all over the area participated with 1 in 6 singles advancing and 1 in 4 teams advancing to the State Finals Bowling Tournament to be held this Saturday, May 22nd in Anderson, Indiana. We'd like to congratulate all the youth bowlers and especially Expo's bowlers. Perry Meridian bowlers moving on in the singles divisions were; Robert Woodcock, Tara Faulkner, Michael Shipley and Brenden Clark. Steven Spears, Bradley Morgan, Michael Shipley and Robert Woodcock advanced in the team event. Good Luck to these wonderful young bowlers!

Expo is hosting another great event in Indianapolis with the first State AAU Bowling tournament. This event will take place this Saturday 5/22/10. Competition starts at 11am. Call 787-3448 or email sbrehob@royalpin.com for more details or to sign-up. Walk-ins are welcome providing space is available. You can visit the AAU Bowling website at www.aaubowling.org to join AAU.

Summer League Bowling is a great way to spend your free time. We're still taking sign-ups for summer leagues with a few yet to start. Our A/J Hav-a-ball League begins 5/29, Monday Nite owls begins 5/24 and June Trios begins 6/10. We can also find a spot for you on a league if you don't have your own team. If you like free bowling, mustang convertibles and merchandise coupons, sign up today!!

This past weekend was filled with bowling and laser tag birthday parties. Some of the comments were;
"Ivan took great care of the kids. We'll definitely be back." Sandy B
"Our birthday hostess was easy to spot with the crazy birthday hat she was wearing! She
made my daughter's bowling party lots of fun" (Brittany) Mary C
"Choosing a bowling birthday party for my son's birthday made my life so much easier. No mess, no cleanup" Rosa E

Another great event in Indianapolis is the Indianapolis Open Bowling Tournament. Expo Bowling Center is hosting this bowling tournament June 5-6, 2010. A "Sweeper" Tournament will be held Friday the 4th. Contact Steve Harman at 317-997-8916 or email smharman@yahoo.com for more information. Don't miss out on the chance to bowl in this prestigious bowling tournament run by touring PBA Member Steve Harman!!

Playing Laser Tag is good for Corporate Outings. You can do team building with your employees in a fun and exciting setting. Compete against each other outside of the office. Laser Storm is open weekends and is available for rent any other time w/ reservations. Let us host your next outing.

Expo Bowling Center is located next to Great Times Fun Park at I465 and Emerson Avenue.
317-787-3448 sbrehob@royalpin.com

Saturday, May 10 features $1.00 Days & Mike Downey Youth Scholarship Tournament.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010 by Dennis Scott

Western Bowling Indianapolis

Saturday, May 10 features $1.00 Days & Mike Downey Youth Scholarship Tournament.

Would you like to return to the "Good Old Days" Well you can by participating in Indianapolis’ Royal Pin’s Leisure Centers "Dollar Days" promotion on Saturday, May 10, 2010. It is one of the top bowling events in Indianapolis this weekend

"Let's Party" as it is an ideal time to take your family and friends out bowling in Indianapolis and save a few bucks, so plan a bowling party today.

The "Dollar Days" promotion features "$1.00 Bowling Games. Shoes, Hot Dogs and Soda Pop." The special runs from 9 AM to 5 PM on Saturday.

Don’t live close to Western Bowl Indianapolis? Don’t fret the promo is not only going on at Western Bowl Indianapolis, but also at Expo Bowling Center, Woodland Bowling Center and Southern Bowling Center in Greenwood.

All of the four Royal Pin Centers are conveniently located just off Interstate 465 on the Four Corners of Indianapolis.

In addition to the $1.00 Days feature, Western Bowl Indianapolis is also hosting the "1st Annual Mike Downey Youth Scholarship Tournament." Bowling starts at 11 AM and is open to all members of the Youth Bowling Leagues Indianapolis. A $500, 1st Place is guaranteed to the top male and female bowling in this Indianapolis Youth Bowling Tournament.

Entry fee is $35 and the handicap used will be 90% of 200. Current league average accepted.

Downey who was one of the top bowlers in the Indianapolis Bowling Association passed away last year of a heat attack at the age of 38. Because of he love for bowling his wife and close friends want to give something back to the bowling community in Mike’s honor.

Western Bowl Indianapolis is located ½ mile west of interstate 465 at exit 12 on West Washington Street. For more information call 317- 247-4426.

Bowling in Indianapolis

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center hosted Dollar Days this past Saturday. Bowling, shoe rental, hot dogs and pop were only $1.00 each. Kristi gave out door prizes for bowling, movie and cartoon trivia. Free bowling game passes were given out every half hour. Expo's Birthday Host(ess) staff and lane service staff led the kids in the electric slide, chacha slide and other dances. Everyone had a great time. The next premier event in Indianapolis will be another Dollar Day on Saturday May 8th from 9am-5pm. Come out and see what we have to offer at Expo Bowl!

Our next bowling tournament is this Sunday. We're hosting our 6th 9 Pin No Tap Tournament of the bowling season at 7pm. Walk-ins are welcome or you can sign up by emailing to sbrehob@royalpin.com or calling 317-787-3448.

Bowling and Laser Tag Birthday Parties are very popular ways to celebrate your child's birthday. Children can choose either a bowling or laser tag party or a combination of both. Some of the comments from parents this past weekend were;

Sabrina A. said "Our helper was Excellent!" (Danielle)

Dawn B. said "Shelby made my child's party so easy for me!"

Tom S. said "My son's laser tag birthday party was a great way to entertain all his friends and not have them wrestling in our house" (Dusty)

Summer Bowling Leagues are now forming. League bowlers receive one free game of bowling for every league game they bowl, kids can go to King's Island, one bowling league is going to Belterra Casino and another is going to the Brickyard 400. Bowlers also have the chance to win the Royal Pin Mustang convertible. Merchant and Royal Cafe coupons will be given out weekly. These are just some of the great reasons to bowl in a league at Expo Bowling Center this summer.

Expo Bowling Center is located next to Great Times Family Park off 465 and Emerson Avenue.

Radio "X -103’s Carb Day Bowling Classic"

Tuesday, April 20, 2010 by Dennis Scott

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

Radio's "X -103’s Carb Day Cosmic Bowling Classic" a Indianapolis bowling tournament sponsored by Miller Lite took place on Saturday, April 17, at Western Bowl Indianapolis, located on West Washington Street just a ½ mile west of Interstate 465.

A total of 64 of radio’s "X -103’’ most faithful listeners formed 16 teams of 4 players each to compete for "Indy 500 Carb Day" packages.

Also, on hand at Indianapolis Western Bowl to promote the bowling tournament were the "Miller Lite Girls" who gave away T-shirts and bottle "koozies." While Radio X-103 gave away "Concert Tickets, CD’s, DVD’s while the bowling tournament was taking place at one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis.

There were two "Grand Prizes" for the tournament. Two "Mystery Scores" determined the winning bowler’s. One score for a three game series under 520 and the other "Mystery Score" was between 521 and 650. Therefore, high and low average bowlers all had a equal chance to win.

The two lucky blind draw winners were Ashlee Bear who bowled a 472 series and David Ross who shot a 593 set. Ashlee and David took home tickets for all of the fun activities at the "Miller Lite" party, taking place in turn 4 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on "Carb Day" May 28th.

Everyone participating had a great time bowling and while a local radio DJ kept things hopping over the P.A. system, at Western Bowl Indianapolis, between the music, giving prizes away and keeping everone udated on what was taking place.

Indianapolis Bowling Centers

Wednesday, March 31, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowl has awesome league bowlers! Frank O Steinbach from our Trophy House Bowling League was the winner of the Lumber Liquidators Pro-Am Tournament that was held at Woodland Bowl last month. You can go to our website at www.royalpin.com to see all the results of the Pro Am.

Our 5th 9 Pin No Tap Tournament of this bowling season was held this past Sunday night. First place was taken by Norma Findley with an 894, Jeff Strong came in 2nd with an 877. Jeff had two 300 games followed up w/ a 277. Cindee Franklin had a 300 game on her 3rd game. Jeff and Cindee were the top two winners in the scratch pop. Our next 9 Pin No Tap Tournament will be Sunday, April 24th at 7pm. This bowling tournament is becoming one of the premier events to attend in Indianapolis bowling centers.

Winter Bowling Leagues are almost over and we're gearing up for Summer Leagues. We're going places this summer with our King's Island, Belterra Casino & Resort, and our Brickyard 400 leagues. Bowlers are getting excited about our league programs and signing up.
Lori J. said "We had the best time last year in the Belterra League. Bowling was just one of the perks. We all made friends in the league and had a great time on the trip. Royal Pin took great care of us at the Casino as well as the staff at the bowling center. We can't wait to start our bowling league!"
Paul M. who goes on the King's Island Trip with our kids every year said "Our Saturday morning youth program is one of the best in the city and the kids get to go to King's Island as an end of the season event.
Expo Bowl hosted the Eagle's State Bowling Tournament every weekend in March. The Youth State Bowling Tournament is being held here every weekend thru May 2nd. Bowling w/ the Easter Bunny is this Easter Weekend.

Expo Bowl is the place to be for fun events in Indianapolis.

Bowling in Indianapolis

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center is hosting it's 5th 9 Pin No Tap Tournament this Sunday (3/28) at 7pm.
The next Fun Event in Indianapolis that Expo Bowl is hosting is our Annual Bowl w/ the Easter Bunny. The cost is only $9.99 per person and each child gets to bowl 2 games. have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny, get a snack and Easter eggs. Celebrate Easter with Us!
Kids Bowling Birthday Parties were a big part of the fun events in Indianapolis at Expo Bowling Center again this past weekend.
Kids and parents alike had a good time. Some of the comments from parents were as follows:
"Scott did a great job helping out and fulfilling my requests. Everyone had a great time." Jennifer G.
"Mark did an excellent job and made it fun for the kids". Adrian M.
Laser Tag Birthday parties are going well.
Expo Bowling Center has a great youth league bowling program. High scores have been bowled in the league the past few weeks.
Major Boys:    Danny McMurtrey 790 Daniel Niblock II     767
          Girls:     Kaylee Marqua     662 Shelby New           611
Junior Boys:    Lucas McIntosh    522 Donald Shortridge 543
          Girls:     Emily Whited 394/442 Darlene Brown       394
Prep   Boys:    Cody Partain        418 Caleb Baker           405
          Girls:     Sierra Wright       334   Melissa Bushong   341
Bumper Boys: Easton Clowers   176   Caiden Lundsford 161
          Girls:    Chloe Cronin        185   Breeann Moore      213

Youth league bowling will be continued in our Summer League Program. Bowling begins on May 8th and all bowlers in the league have the opportunity to go to King's Island at the end of the bowling season.

All of our Mid Season Leagues have floored but we have lots of Summer Leagues to offer. Remember that every league bowler gets one free game of bowling for each game of league bowling, all adults have the opportunity to win the Royal Pin Mustang, merchant coupons and royal pin cafe coupons will be given out each week and kids in the Saturday Morning Youth League and adult/juniors in our Generation Gap League have the opportunity to go to King's Island at the end of their bowling season.

Check out our website, email sbrehob@royalpin.com or call 317-787-3448 for more information.

Don't miss out on the fun at one of Indianapolis' Premier Bowling Centers.

Southern Indianapolis Bowling

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center hosted our first ever St. Patrick's Day Pot of Gold Bowling Tournament. Thirteen doubles teams bowled 4 games of "Irish" Doubles. Matt King & David McComb came in first place and won the "pot of gold" for $90.00. Second place was Mary Beth and Jack Ballinger, league bowlers here at Expo Bowl and were paid $40.00. Not bad for only $20.00 entry fee per doubles team!

Our next fun bowling tournament is Sunday, March 28th for our 5th 9 Pin-No Tap Tournament.

One of the premier Events in Indianapolis is our Bowl w/ the Easter Bunny! Join us Saturday, April 3rd from 12-3pm. For only $9.99 per person your child will receive 2 games of bowling, use of shoes, Easter eggs & snack and their picture w/ the Easter Bunny! Reservations are required to hold your child's spot. Walk ins will be welcome if space is available. Call us at 317-787-3448 or email sbrehob@royalpin.com.

Also on Saturday, April 3rd Expo Bowl is offering a Junior Gold Qualifier Tournament. Indianapolis Bowling Centers are again hosting the National Junior Gold and U.S. Open Youth Bowling Tournaments this July. Don't miss out on your chance to bowl in the Junior Gold Tournament. Call Elizabeth at Expo Bowl or email ehull@royalpin.com to register.

Kid's Bowling Birthday Parties were a success again this past weekend.
Some of the comments from parents were;
Kristen M. said, "We had a wonderful time. Everyone (the kids & adults) enjoyed themselves. Our host made sure it all ran smoothly. We will definitely return in the future. Thank You Ivan!"
D. Bradley said, "Mark was excellent in assisting us with our birthday needs. Thanks Expo Bowl, we will return."

Summer Bowling League Sign-ups are going well. Bowling in a summer league at Expo Bowl has lots of benefits. Every league bowler gets one free practice game for each game of league bowling, adult bowlers have the chance to win the Royal Pin Mustang, merchandise coupons will be given away nightly and kids have the opportunity to go to King's Island! We're planning a fun summer...don't miss out!

St. Patrick's March Madness Scotch Doubles

Sunday, March 14, 2010 by Dennis Scott

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

A "Fun Bowling" Indianapolis Bowling Tournament was held at Western Bowl Indianapolis this past weekend. The "St. Patrick’s March Madness Scotch Doubles" took place on Sunday, March 14.

18 couples joined in the fun to bowl in the "Scotch Doubles" event at Western Bowl Indianapolis.

The "Scotch Doubles" format is when the male bowler bowls the first ball in the in games one and three and his female partner tries to convert any spares he may leave. In game two and four the situation is reversed and the lady shoots at the strikes and her gentleman partner rolls at her spares.

The event is handicapped at 80% of 420 for the team. You must a verifiable league average to get a handicap or you have to bowl scratch. Plus, we reserve to re-rate your average if we feel it is necessary.

Here at the results of the recent "Fun" filled "Scotch Doubles" event held at Western Bowl Indianapolis, which also happens to be one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis:

Michael Barnique and his partner Tanya Dawson put together games 215, 115, 199 and 127 for a 653 scratch total and had a total handicap of 626 for a grand total of 1294 to take home the $120 first place prize.

Coming is second placeWestern Bowl was Jeff and Stephanie David who totaled 781 scratch plus a 476 Handicap for a 1257 total to win $90. Third Place went to the duo of Gregory Sheriff and Aiesha Price who shot a 702 actual total with a handicap of 448 to net out 1150 and won $60. Fourth place went to Jason and Bridget Naylor who knocked down 747 pins with a handicap of 396 to total 1143 and net out $36.

The Western Bowl Indianapolis bowing tournament also feature an actual "300" game by John White. While partner SaPrina Austill just sat and watched because she had no spares to shot at.

Western Bowl Indianapolis will also be hosting the "Easter Scotch Doubles" event on Saturday, April 10. Bowling starts at 1 PM and check in starts at 12:30 PM. Cost is $30 per couple and the top four place are estimated to be 1st $125, 2nd $100, third place $75 and 4th place $50, based on 25 entries.

You may make your reservation for the ""Easter Scotch Doubles" by calling 317-247-4426. Western Bowl Indianapolis is located on West Washington St. just off the I-465 Freeway at exit 12.

Bowling Events in Indianapolis

Tuesday, March 9, 2010 by Susie Brehob

If you're looking for a fun event in Indianapolis check out our "Pot of Gold" Tournament this Saturday, March 13th at 6pm. Each Doubles team will bowl 4 games of "Irish" Doubles at a price of only $20.00 per team. The first place team will win $100.00 in "Gold" coins (prize fund is based on 20 doubles teams). Wearing the green gets your name in a drawing for a special door prize. Begin your St. Patrick's celebration, get your friends together and join us at Expo Bowl for this fun bowling tournament.

Another bowling tournament coming up is our 5th 9 Pin-No Tap tournament. The next one is being held on Sunday, March 28th at 7pm.

Kids birthday parties in Indianapolis are very popular at Expo Bowl whether it's a bowling or laser tag party.

Here's some feed back from our Kid's Bowling Birthday Parties;

Diana L. said "We had a double birthday party w/ 14 kids. They all had a blast, it was fun for all. Mark was our host and was excellent".

Becky S. said "Ivan was very polite and helpful with the kids. He made my son's bowling party lots of fun!"

and from Kid's Laser Tag Parties;

John P. said "Having a laser tag party was a great idea! I didn't have to do anything. Dusty was very helpful."

Bowling Leagues in Indianapolis are a great way to spend time w/ family & friends. We are gearing up for a great summer bowling league season. Expo Bowling Center is the place to be this summer. We have bowling leagues for every age and ability. We're also going places. One of our adult bowling leagues is going to Belterra at the end of the season, another one is going to the Brickyard 400 (with a tailgate party before the race!), and bowlers in our Saturday Morning Youth League and Generation Gap Adult/Junior Bowling League is going to King's Island! Our PBA Experience leagues are a great way to improve your bowling skills and make you more competitive!

Don't forget that we also offer bowling lessons and we have a full service Bowling Pro Shop.

For more information or to sign up for any of our offers call us at 317-787-3448 or email to sbrehob@royalpin.com

Bowling in Indianapolis

Thursday, March 4, 2010 by Susie Brehob

Expo Bowling Center held it's 4th 9 Pin No Tap Bowling Tournament this past weekend. 62 people participated in this fun bowling tournament. $620.00 was paid out (10 spots) in prize money with $200.00 going to 1st place. There was also an optional $5.00 side pot for scratch bowlers of which 3 bowlers cashed. Our next 9 Pin Bowling Tournament will be March 28th at 7pm. Come out and joins us at one of Indianpolis' Premier Bowling Centers.

Another Fun Event in Indianapolis will be our celebration of St. Patrick's Day! Join us Saturday, March 13th at 6pm for our 1st "Irish" Doubles bowling tournament. The cost is only $20.00 per couple. Start you celebration with us at Expo Bowling Center!

Bowling Leagues in Indianapolis are going strong. Expo Bowl floored 19 teams of 2 for our Sunday Afternoon Doubles bowling league this past weekend. Our next leagues to start are the March Adult/Child league and our March Prime Time Trios bowling league. Call us at 317-787-3448 or check our website at royalpin.com for more information or to sign up.

Laser Tag Parties were full this past weekend and this coming weekend is no exception. One parent who held their child's birthday party at Laser Storm said, "My kids had the best time. I'll be sure to tell other parents what a great deal this was!"
another said, "This was the easiest party I've ever had for my child, Justin took great care of us and I didn't have to do a thing!"
Call ahead to make your reservations!

Two Fun Filled Tournaments on March 13 & March 14

Tuesday, March 2, 2010 by Dennis Scott

Western Indianapolis Bowling:

Two "Fun Bowling" Tournaments are scheduled for Western Bowling Center Indianapolis.

On Saturday, March 13, 2001 at 1 PM (check-in is at 12:30 PM) is the "St. Patrick’s March Madness Scotch Doubles tournament."

On Sunday, March 14 at 9:30 AM (check-in at 9 AM) is a "Memorial Fundraiser Tournament for Sam Arthur."

The "Scotch Doubles" format is when the male bowler bowls the first ball in games one and three and his female partner tries to convert any spares he may leave. In game two and four the situation is reversed and the lady shoots at the strikes and her gentleman partner rolls at her spares.

The event is handicapped at 90% of 440 for the team. You must a verifiable league average to get a handicap or you have to bowl scratch. Plus, we reserve the right to re-rate your average if we feel it is necessary.

Based on only 25 teams the Scotch Doubles event will pay $125 first place, 2nd $100, 3rd $75, 4th $50. One out of 6 teams will cash. The entry fee is $30 per couple.

The "Sam Arthur Fundraiser" held at Western Bowl Indianapolis, on Sunday, March 14 has an entry fee of $20 with $10 going to the Arthur family. The balance is bowling fees and prize money. Prizes will be based on entries with one out of ten bowling will cash in the event. Handicap will be 90% of 220.

Sam Arthur was one of the more popular bowlers at Western Bowling Center and in the two "Senior Master’s Traveling Leagues in the city. Sam was also the Charlie & Barney’s Snack Bar manager at Western Bowling Center. Sam did not have any life insurance. The "Fundraiser" is being held to help the family offset the funeral expenses. Donations to the family an also can be made at Western Bowl Indianapolis, one of the finest bowling alleys in Indianapolis:

Walk-ins are welcome for either event but reservations are preferred. You may make your reservation for the "St. Patrick’s March Madness Scotch Doubles" or "Sam Arthur’s Memorial Fundraiser" by calling 317-247-4426. Western Bowl Indianapolis is located on West Washington St. just a ½ mile off the I-465 Freeway at exit 12.