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May 2026

2026 Michigan State USBC Association Meeting

Our 2026 Association Meeting we come together to elect leadership, vote on key policies, and recognize excellence within our bowling community. We will also honor local association board members who passed away during the 2025–2026 season.

Following the meeting, we’ll host the Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame Inductions to celebrate those who make an impact statewide. With a luncheon following.

Please note that the meeting is a delegate-only event.

• Delegate Selection: Local associations select delegates based on their total membership numbers.
• Deadline: Delegate forms have been sent to local associations and are due Monday, May 18.

Important Information:

• One board seat is open, and applications are due Sunday, May 10.
• Memorial form is due Monday, June 1.
• Hotel information here.

This Year’s Agenda:

Delegate Registration: 8:00 am - 9:15am

Memorial Service and Annual Meeting: 9:30 am

Women’s & Open Awards and Hall of Fame Presentation

Luncheon: 12:30 pm (exact time to be determined, but no later than 1 pm)

Make Sure Your Address Is Current

Please double‑check your mailing address with your local association, especially if you have moved within the last few years. Prize checks and invitations will be sent to the address on file.

Michigan State Youth Tournament

Please note the last day to make corrections for the Open Championships and Youth Tournament is Tuesday, May 12th.

Thank you so much to everyone who participated!

Congratulations to Marliss on her Induction into the USBC Hall of Fame

Marliss has been elected to the USBC Hall of Fame Class of 2026 in the Outstanding Performance Category. She was celebrated during the induction ceremony on Wednesday evening at the USBC Annual Convention in Reno.

We are so proud of this incredible achievement!

Congratulations to Mark on his Induction into the USBC Hall of Fame

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 has been elected to the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) Hall of Fame Class of 2026 in the Meritorious Service category. He is recognized for his extensive service to the sport, including over 25 years on the Michigan State USBC board and leadership roles in the Detroit bowling community.

Key Details About Mark Martin's Selection:

• Served as a director for the Greater Detroit Bowling Association (1986-1996) and Executive Director/Association Manager (1996-2022).

• State Service: Served as a Zone Director for the Michigan State USBC from 1998-2018.

• Committee Leadership: Chaired the Michigan State Masters Committee (2008) and the Michigan State Hall of Fame Committee (2010).

• 2026 Class: One of six inductees announced for the 2026 class, as reported in August 2025.

Congratulations!

Celebrating 70 Years of Tournament Participation

We were honored to recognize Marilyn Renner for competing in her 70th Michigan State Women’s Tournament!

This is an extraordinary milestone that reflects a lifetime of dedication, consistency, and love for the sport of bowling.

50 Years of Tournament Participation

At this year’s Women’s Tournament, we proudly recognized Sharon Rice for reaching her 50th tournament.

Congratulations, Sharon, on this remarkable milestone!

Spotlight on Mary Moore⭐

A Lifetime of Competition and Community

At 93 years old, Mary Moore bowled an impressive 193 at the state tournament last weekend. Her love of sport goes back much further than her time on the lanes.

In the 1950s, Mary played in the All‑American Girls Professional Baseball League, a groundbreaking league of more than 600 women across 10 teams. She first suited up for the Battle Creek Belles before moving to South Bend. At its peak in 1948, the league drew nearly 900,000 spectators.

We are honored to celebrate her remarkable story and her continued passion for competition.

Michigan Bowling Highlights

New scores and new stories are happening every weekend across our state. Follow along on Facebook and Instagram for updates and tournament coverage.

2026 Calendar of Events

MSUSBC Open State Tournament – Muskegon

Sherman Bowling Center & Northway Lanes

No Bowling – Super Bowl weekend (Feb 7 & 8) Easter (April 4 & 5)

January 24 – April 26  

MSUSBC Women’s State Tournament- Battle Creek

Bowlero Family Fun Center and M-66 Bowl

No Bowling – Easter weekend (April 4 & 5)

February 21 - May 3

MSUSBC Youth State Tournament – Bay City

Alert Lanes and Monitor Lanes

No Bowling Easter weekend (April 4 & 5)

March 14- April 26

MSUSBC Youth Scratch Championships State Finals

(formerly Pepsi)

U14, U16, U18 – Continental Lanes -Kalamazoo

U8, U10, U12 – South Lanes-Three Rivers  

May 2-3 and 9-10

Annual Meeting & Awards Banquet

Holiday Inn – Midland

810 Cinema Drive, Midland, MI

June 20

Schildroth Invitational & Youth Awards Banquet

Royal Scot Bowling

4722 W Grand River Ave.

Lansing, 48906

July 25

Fall Workshop

Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center

5121 Bay City Rd

Midland, MI 48642

August 8

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