Lower Delaware USBC

09/24/2026

NEW FORMAT FOR 2026

The Lower Delaware USBC President’s Trophy Tournament will have a new
format this year!

In previous years, winners were determined based on the High Game.
Beginning this year, winners will be determined based on their High
Series for the three-game tournament set.

We are also introducing separate divisions based on entering average
(highest average from the 25-26 season):

MEN’S DIVISIONS

Division 1: 199 Average & Below
Three-Game Series with Handicap
Handicap will be calculated at 90% of 220

Division 2: 200 Average & Above
Three-Game Series Scratch

WOMEN’S DIVISIONS

Division 1: 174 Average & Below
Three-Game Series with Handicap. Handicap will be calculated at 90% of 220.

Division 2: 175 Average & Above
Three-Game Series Scratch

The bowler with the highest three-game series in each division will be
recognized as the division winner. Each winner to receive a custom jacket.

Please note there is NO CHARGE for this tournament, and it is open to all eligible participants who made the list. Please RSVP by commenting or sending an email to [email protected]

09/23/2026

Tournament locations are now finalized!

09/13/2026

***UPDATED LIST***

🎳🏆 2026–2027 LOWER DELAWARE USBC PRESIDENT’S TROPHY INVITEES 🏆🎳

Congratulations to our President’s Trophy invitees!

These bowlers earned their invitation based on their outstanding performances during the 2025–2026 bowling season.

🎯 Invitees include the top three bowlers with the highest individual games from each league, including bowlers who rolled a 300 or 299 game during the season.

⭐ BEST OF ALL — THERE IS NO COST TO BOWL! ⭐

The President’s Trophy Tournament is FREE for all invited bowlers as our way of recognizing your accomplishments during the past season.

📅 Sunday, October 4, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM
📍 Doverama Lanes
1600 S. Governors Ave., Dover, DE 19904

📋 Check the attached lists for our Male and Female President’s Trophy invitees.

Congratulations to everyone who earned an invitation! We hope you’ll join us for a fun afternoon of competition as we recognize some of the outstanding bowlers from across the Lower Delaware USBC. 🎳🏆

📣 Please share this post and tag any invitees you know so we can help spread the word!

If you believe that there is an error please reach out and let us know so that we can do additional research.

08/27/2026

Sharing league one last time before meeting that will be held next Tuesday Sept 1 @7 pm. If you are looking for a competitive league with 5k of additional prize money added.

If you are looking for a competitive league with added prize money of 5k start building your teams now.

07/30/2026

🎳 Mark Your Calendars! The 2026–2027 Lower Delaware Bowling Association Tournament Schedule is Here! 🎳

It’s time to start planning your season! Whether you’re a youth bowler, adult competitor, or seasoned tournament veteran, we have something for everyone throughout the 2026–2027 bowling season.

🏆 Tournaments are open to ALL USBC-sanctioned bowlers — NO crossover fees required!

📍 Please note: All hosting centers are To Be Determined (TBD) and will be announced as they are finalized.

📅 Featured Events Include:
🎳 Presidents Trophy
🎳 Youth Singles & Doubles
🎳 Youth Teams
🎳 Adult Open Scratch & Handicap
🎳 Adult Sweetheart
🎳 Baker Tournament
🎳 Women’s Doubles
🎳 Youth / Adult Tournament

Be sure to:
✅ Follow our page for tournament updates and announcements.
📧 Make sure we have your current email address so you don’t miss entry forms, tournament information, and important association news.

📱 Facebook: Lower Delaware USBC
📧 Email: [email protected]

We look forward to seeing bowlers from across Delaware and beyond on the lanes this season. Good luck, and let’s make the 2026–2027 tournament season our best one yet! 🎳🏅

07/28/2026

🏆 Help Shape the Future of Lower Delaware USBC Awards! 🎳

The Lower Delaware USBC Board wants to hear from YOU!

As we review our current awards program, we're asking our members to share their thoughts and ideas on how we can better recognize the accomplishments of bowlers throughout our association.

Whether you're a league bowler, tournament bowler, league officer, or simply passionate about the sport, your feedback is important and will help guide future award offerings.

📋 Take the Awards Survey here:
🔗 https://forms.gle/4YSgujxzrNNqRyGx9

🗓️ The survey will remain open through August 15, 2026.

Thank you for taking a few minutes to complete the survey and for helping us continue to improve the programs and services offered by the Lower Delaware USBC.

🎳 Lower Delaware USBC
Serving bowlers throughout Lower Delaware

07/26/2026

🏆 An Evening of Celebration for Lower Delaware Bowling! 🎳

The Lower Delaware USBC Association Board was honored to host the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 President’s Trophy Tournament Champions along with our 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees during this evening’s banquet at the Felton Fire Hall.

Congratulations to all of our President’s Trophy winners for their outstanding accomplishments on the lanes. Your dedication, sportsmanship, and commitment to the game continue to make Lower Delaware bowling something to be proud of.

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to our 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees. Your years of excellence, leadership, and service have left a lasting impact on our association, and it was a privilege to recognize your achievements alongside your family, friends, and fellow bowlers.

The Lower Delaware USBC Association would like to thank everyone who attended and helped make this evening such a memorable celebration. Events like these remind us of the incredible people who make our bowling community so special.

📢 Hall of Fame Nominations
Did you know that Hall of Fame nominations are accepted year-round? If you know a bowler or volunteer who has made significant contributions to the sport or achieved outstanding accomplishments, we encourage you to submit a nomination at any time.

Our Hall of Fame induction ceremony is held every two years, with the next Hall of Fame Banquet scheduled for 2028. There is no need to wait until then to nominate someone—submissions are welcomed throughout the year and will be considered during the next selection process.

Congratulations once again to all of tonight’s honorees, and thank you for being a part of the Lower Delaware bowling family! 🎳🏅

07/23/2026

🎳 NOW FORMING – 2026–2027 Bowling Leagues! 🎳

The 2026–2027 bowling season is just around the corner, and leagues are now forming at bowling centers throughout Lower Delaware!

Whether you're a competitive bowler chasing high scores, looking for a fun night out with friends, or introducing your child to the sport, there's a league waiting for you.

🎳 Milford Bowling Lanes

Monday
• Milford Seniors – 12:00 PM
• Milford Businessmen – 7:00 PM

Tuesday
• Harrington Businessmen – 7:00 PM
• Tuesday Nite Transfers – 7:00 PM

Wednesday
• AM Mixed – 10:00 AM
• Mixed – 7:00 PM

Thursday
• Club 55 – 12:00 PM
• Independent – 7:30 PM

Saturday
• Junior 1 – 10:00 AM
• Junior 2 – 10:00 AM
• P*e Wees – 10:00 AM

Sunday
• First Responders – 6:00 PM
• Sunday Niters – 7:00 PM

🎳 Doverama Bowling Center

Tuesday
• Ed Voshell Classic – 7:00 PM

Wednesday
• Shiftworkers – 9:30 AM
• Sunshine – 9:30 AM
• Auto Dealers – 7:00 PM

Thursday
• Sunshine – 9:30 AM

Friday
• L.D.B.S. – 7:00 PM

Saturday
• Junior Dragons – 10:00 AM
• P*e Wee Dragons – 10:00 AM
• Varsity Dragons – 10:00 AM
• Saturday Night Moonlighters – 6:00 PM

Sunday
• 10 x 3 – 9:30 AM

🎳 Eagle Lanes

Wednesday
• Wednesday Night Trios – 6:00 PM

🎳 Why Join a League?

✅ Meet new friends
✅ Improve your game
✅ Enjoy friendly competition
✅ Earn awards and recognition
✅ Support your local bowling centers

Whether you're an experienced league bowler or have never bowled in a league before, now is the perfect time to get involved!

📞 Contact your favorite bowling center today for availability, team openings, or to sign up as an individual.

We can't wait to see everyone back on the lanes for another incredible season. Good luck to all bowlers during the 2026–2027 season! 🎳

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07/22/2026

🎳 Attention Lower Delaware USBC League Officers! 🎳

The 2026–2027 bowling season is almost here, and it's time for our Annual League Officers Meeting!

We invite ALL league officers to attend, including Presidents, Vice Presidents, Secretaries, Treasurers, Sergeants-at-Arms, and any other league leadership. This meeting is for everyone involved in leading your league!

We'll discuss important information for the upcoming season, association updates, rule changes, answer questions, and help ensure another successful year of bowling in Lower Delaware.

📅 Choose the meeting that works best for you:

Friday, July 31, 2026 🕕 6:00 PM

OR

Saturday, August 1, 2026 🕐 1:00 PM

📍 Harrington Public Library
101 Little Mastens Corner Road
Harrington, DE 19952

📦 League packets for the 2026–2027 season will be available at both meetings. League Secretaries are encouraged to attend to pick up their packets, but we strongly encourage all league officers to join us for this important preseason meeting.

Let's kick off another fantastic bowling season together! We look forward to seeing representatives from every league.

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