Blue Streaks boys, Thunder girls earn wins By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com Woodstock bowling fans enjoyed gathering at Kingston Lanes to see all four prep bowling squads take to the lanes. The first dual match since Woodstock North and Woodstock bowling programs were split had something for everyone attending the Dec. 16 battle. Woodstock North’s girls […]
By Steve Peterson news@thewoodstockindependent.com A plaque on a wall at Kingston Lanes lists the bowlers who have achieved a perfect 300 game there. The latest person to achieve that coveted score is Woodstock North freshman Skyler Comer. Comer rolled the perfecto on the final of three games as the Thunder beat Burlington Central, 3,116 total […]
By Jen NicholsNEWS@thewoodstockindependent.comphotos by andrew rousey Will history repeat itself? For Woodstock co-op boys bowling coach Derek Lee, the expectation is to not only repeat sectional accolades, but challenge his team to reach the IHSA state finale. “We have a deep and experienced squad,” Lee said. “I imagine we will see at least one 300 […]
Celebrating its 80th birthday this year, Wayne’s Lanes has a dual identity. On one hand, the bowling alley is known around the world as the setting for the pivotal scene in the 1993 film “Groundhog Day.” On the other, it is a still largely 1950s-era bowling alley and bar in a time when fewer and […]
This is Woodstock High School sophomore Miranda Stumpff’s second year on the varsity bowling team. She consistently progresses. To date, she has already bowled three 200 games, with a high game of 229. Miranda earned a position in the Top 30 Bowlers at the prestigious Rockford East Invite with an average of 167.
Woodstock High School junior Robby Schultz Jr. has been consistently working to improve his bowling with dedication to drill work and a commitment to get better, all while juggling his musical performances and academic coursework. Robby has been a great teammate, regularly supporting teammates with encouraging words and a positive mindset. He has bowled varsity […]
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