WA St. Bowling Proprietors' Association

10/19/2026

The WSBPA is creating a Hall-of-Fame in recognition of outstanding leadership and contributions to the bowling industry by members of our association since its incorporation 60 years ago. A Gala Celebration is being planned to honor the inaugural class in 2027. Three categories are being created. Founders Category: center owners such as Dez Isaacson of Tower Lanes who helped create the association some sixty years ago. Legacy Category: center owners through the 1970's and beyond such a Darrell Storkson with Evergreen Lanes and Riverside Lanes. And lastly General Managers Category: such as Earl Martin from Atomic Bowl who were instrumental in building the business through innovative marketing and promotions. Tell us about your deserving nominee for each category. email to: [email protected]

10/16/2026

Your membership with the WSBPA entitles you to a vast array of benefits including training modules for employees, managers and key staff covering a wide variety of topics from customer service to marketing, restaurant operations to arcade procedures. Register your center today at

Bowling University's online training courses give you the tools you need to get everything you want out of your job - from knowledge, to growth, to strong team dynamics.

10/09/2026

As a part of the WSBPA's 60th Anniversary Celebration, "Bowling Day at the Ball Park" returns to T Mobile Park in Seattle.

10/03/2026

Bowling Proprietors to Launch Statewide Youth Initiative

09/29/2026

There are 379 USBC Level I coaches certified in Washington State to help our youth bowlers. The WSBPA, as part of its Youth Initiative, being introduced October 5th and 6th at its Annual Meeting, is committed to staging several coaching clinics statewide during the 2026-2027 season. AND. We are committed to assisting those Level I coaches interested in becoming a USBC BRONZE Level coach and WSBPA youth ambassador. How about it? Want to attend our meeting next week?

09/28/2026

Do you own or work in a pro shop? If so, please join us October 5th and 6th as Dean O Buchanan with Off Broadway Bowling Academy leads a discussion on the importance of pro shop owners, bowling proprietors and customers effectively communicating together as we work to grow and strengthen our sport. https://jackpotclassic.regfox.com/wsbpa-fall-meeting

09/13/2026

WSBPA Slate of Officers & Directors for the next two-year term

09/12/2026

The 60th Anniversary Celebration for the Washington State Bowling Proprietors Association kicks-off Monday and Tuesday October 5th and 6th at the Doubletree Suites Southcenter in Tukwila. Travel reimbursement available for all WSBPA member centers and staff. https://jackpotclassic.regfox.com/wsbpa-fall-meeting

09/03/2026

Hannah Ubl is a nationally renowned speaker on the generational characteristics that drive today’s workers. https://www.hannahlubl.com/
“Figuring Out” your Gen Z crew members will provide you a pathway to better communication, improved employee relations, and a more productive workforce.
Please join us October 5th and 6th at the Doubletree Suites Southcenter.
Register Here: https://jackpotclassic.regfox.com/wsbpa-fall-meeting

08/25/2026

Gleason Garske throwing out the ceremonial 1st pitch Sunday August 23rd at the Mariner-Cubs game at T Mobile Park in Seattle: Here is the video of the group first pitch from bowling day: