The Stark County High School Bowling Conference is in its first full week of the league schedule as we present our 2023-24 high school preview.
The North Canton Hoover boys and Green girls captured the conference’s Early Bird title at Park Centre Lanes to open the season.
Below is the preview taken from questionnaires submitted by coaches from both the Stark County and Inter-Valley conferences. Only teams submitting questionnaires are included. Others may be added as more are received:
BOYS
CANTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC
Head coach: Taylor Devaul (fourth season)
2022-23 record: 2-8 (conference)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Tim Sieber (Sr., two-year, 184); Tim Short (Sr., two-year, 155); Philip Yingling (Sr., two-year, 152); Logan Gawlak (Jr., two-year, 181); Braylan Gawlak (Soph., one-year, 168); Gio DiSabato (Sr.).
Devaul’s outlook: “We were lucky enough to not have anyone from either team graduate last year. There was a lot of momentum for us at the end of last season and I’m looking forward to building on that. Our boys have so much talent and potential. I hope we get the chance to show tams this year that Central Catholic is ready to compete. We have lots of experienced bowlers as well as a handful of new bowlers eager to learn. We’re hopeful for an awesome season.”
CANTON McKINLEY
Head coach: Kim Heaton
2022-23 record: 11-6 (6-6 in conference)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame Lanes, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Nickolas Halm (Soph., one-year, 178-81: Jacob King (Jr., one-year); James Tucker (Jr., two-years, 192.15); Jonathan Waggoner (Jr., two-year, 200.66); Alex Barth (Jr.); Arontae Cavett (Jr.).
Program history: Charter Stark Conference member (22 years) with state appearance in 2021 along with Zach McCutchan individual appearance (2019).
Heaton’s outlook: “We have four retiring starters from last year with the addition of Alex Barth and Arontae Cavett. We are young, but with lots of experience coming back. I can’t wait to see how these Bulldogs perform.”
CANTON SOUTH
Head coach: Brian Gates (14th year overall, seventh as boys coach)
2022-23 record: 6-4 (division)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame, Canton
Varsity roster (with year, letters, 2022-23 avg., if available): Trevor Gore (Sr., three-year, 192.32); Hunter Smith (Sr., two-year, 165.50); Derick Fowler-Keagy (Soph., one-year, 149.83); Austin Sickafoose (Sr., three-year, 164.76); Nate Morris (Jr., one-year, 127.22); Dylan Payne (Jr., one-year, 136.50); Cody Payne (Fr.).
Program history: 14 seasons;district qualifiers 2021-22; Andrew Scarpino 2014-2015 state qualifier; 10 total district individual qualifiers.
Gates’ outlook: “We lost three good players last year, one for the second half, but we have a mix of experience returning this season. Four of the players gained good experience and are ready and excited. Others will be competing for varsity spots. We have had a decent turnout for open gyms.”
EAST CANTON
Head coach: Todd Thomas (five seasons)
2022-23 record: 4-14 (3-7 in conference)
Home center: Eastbury Bowling Center, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): James Stubblefield (Soph., one-year, 137); Braylon Jute (Soph.); Tyler Steigerwald (Jr., one-year, 158); Hunter Spencer (Soph., one-year, 129); Phillip Isum (Fr.); Tim Buehler (Soph.); Colton Stanojevic (Soph, 110).
Program history: Charter member of Stark County Conference; moves to Inter-Valley Conference for 2023-24 season.
Thomas’ outlook: “This is a very young and inexperienced team. I am encouraged by the progress that many have shown already. Several of our first year players have picked up quickly. Some of them had never bowled competitively prior to joining this team. I am sure that we will have some growing pains throughout the year. Our biggest challenge, as it is in most years, will be spare shooting. If this team continues to improve at the pace that they have so far, we will be in much better shape near the end of the season and heading into next season.”
GLENOAK
Head coach: Jossett Petrick (second season)
2022-23 record: 8-4 (conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Anthony Varanti (Jr., one-year, 196); Dylan Petrick (Jr., two-year, 203); Xzavier Gardener (Jr., two-year, 188); Braxton Burns (Fr.); Riley Waggoner (Sr.).
Program history: Charter program of conference; captured 2023 sectional title; top-six finishes in five tournaments, including second in conference Early Bird.
Petrick’s outlook: “I am confident in saying we will have a successful season. The boys have shown up with open minds and a willingness to learn. I see growth amongst the team as they come together to achieve their goals. We have a knowledgeable and strong varsity team with three returning players and two additional assets. The team works well together and offers each other a hand up when needed. They are a class act. Coach (Rob) Hawkins and I area looking forward to the season ahead.”
GREEN
Head coach: Phil Krumlauf (third year)
2022-23 record: 4-12 overall (2-10 conference)
Home center: Apollo 3, Akron
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Anthony Bordonaro (Jr., two-year, 214.5); Angelo Pallotta (Sr., two-year, 194.2); Zach Kozlowski (Sr., two-year, 177.5; Jesse Miller (Sr., two-year, 166.3); Logan Kosmos (Jr., one-year, 149.9); Luke Ludrosky (Sr., 155.8); Jason Bidinger (Fr.); Nate Kozłowski (Soph.).
Program history: Four state appearances for the 17-year-old program, with the last coming in 2016. Also one individual state qualifier (Peyton Krumlauf). Placed in top four at Super Bowl Blowout and Holiday Tournament last season.
Krumlauf’s outlook: “We have the most experienced and deepest team we’ve had in the last three years. We have four returning starters, led by junior first-team all-conference Anthony Bordonaro, senior third-team all-conference Angelo Pallotta and seniors Zach Kozlowski and Jesse Miller. Senior Luke Ludrosky, who performed well in limited action last season, will be our fifth starter. Returning letterman Logan Kosmos will see action off the bench as well as underclassmen Nate Kozlowski and Jason Bidinger. We have a solid team with good leadership and expect to be in contention for the Federal League title.”
JACKSON
Head coach: Dustin Dingler (first year)
2022-23 record: 7-12 overall (2-10 in conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Nick Langton (Soph, 150); Jackson Langton (Jr., one-year, 176); Alex Lovas (Jr.,); Dominic Sheridan (Jr., 160); Jasper Dingler (Fr.,); Donovin Gillono (Sr., two-year, 181).
Program history: A Stark Conference charter member, the boys team has made two state appearances, the last in 2016.
Dingler’s outlook: “I’m excited for this season as a first-year head coach. Our goal will be to be competitive in the Federal League and make it past sectionals. We have put together one of the best coaching staffs in the league of which we expect to pay dividends.”
LAKE
Head coach: Patrick King (12 years)
2022-23 record: 12-7 (6-6 in conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Wyatt Tatum (Sr., one-year, 160.5); Zac Abbott (Jr., two-year, 213.4); Brady Tompot (Jr., two-year, 193.8); Logan Hamrick (Jr., one-year, 156.8); Jordan Collins (Soph., 158.7); Braden McKinney (Soph., 148.3).
Program history: Charter Stark Conference member (22 years).
King’s outlook: “Our season will depend on how the first-year varsity players respond. They are great student-athletes who will need to step up in order for Lake to be contenders at seasons’ end.”
LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN
Head coach: Lyle Misener (fifth season)
2022-23 record: 9-8 (7-7 in conference)
Home center: Spins Bowl-Akron, Akron
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Carson Eby (Sr., three-year, 163); Brant Roberts (Sr., three-year, 172); Caleb Stirewalt (Sr., three-year, 175); Luke Yoder (Sr., three-year, 159).
Program history: Fifth year for program.
Misener’s outlook: “I think our seniors’ averages will jump up at least 10-to-15 pins each this season. Our goal is to make districts as a team.”
LOUISVILLE
Head coach: Courtney Stallman (six years)
2022-23 record: 7-11 (6-4 in conference)
Home center: Eastbury Bowling Center, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Michael Emerick Jr. (Sr., two-year, 211; Landon Geisey (Jr., one-year, 166); Jonathon Horn (Jr., two-year, 165); Zachary Grosenbaugh (Jr., one-year, 156); Trevor Glaser (Soph., one-year 149); Trent Beard (Soph., 122); David Huff (Soph.).
Program history: One state appearance for the six-year-old program, with Chase Barstow finishing as the individual Division I state runner-up in 2021.
Stallman’s outlook: “This group put in a ton of work in the offseason and with their natural athleticism and hard work, I am hoping for a strong showing this season.”
MARLINGTON
Head coach: Beth Schick (sixth season)
2022-23 record: 0-17 (0-10 in division)
Home center: Christopher Columbus Lanes, Alliance
Varsity roster (with year, letters, 2022-23 avg., if available): Jeremy Toole Jr. (Sr., 166.34); Drake Clemens (Sr., 139.97); Andrew Thomas (Jr., 155.90); Kaleb Scott (Jr., 130.34); Jason Pettinger (Sr., 116); Daniel Gates (Sr., 113.676); Hunter Powers (Jr., 105.75).
Program history: Seventh year.
Schick’s outlook: “We have some strong upperclassmen returning for us along with a few guys that were new last year. We also have a huge group of freshmen boys excited to bowl and prove what they have to offer the team. We are optimistic for the season ahead.”
MASSILLON
Head coach: Brian Mannweiler (10th season)
2022-23 record: 9-12 (4-6 in conference)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame Lanes, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Nico Fromholtz (Jr., two-year, 182.70); Austin Hicks (Sr., one-year, 151.50); Mark Louk (Jr., two-year, 149.37); Braylon Smith (Sr., two-year, 145.88); Xavier Piorkowski (Sr., two-year, 143.30).
Program history: Charter program in Stark Conference.
Mannweiler’s outlook: “Our goal is to compete for the National Division boys title and finish the season with a winning record overall.”
MINERVA
Head coach: Nick Embrogno (fifth season)
2022-23 record: 8-10 (4-6 conference)
Home center: Minerva Bowl, Minerva
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Randy Meadows (Sr., two-year, 169.38); Gage Eller (Jr., one-year, 165.2); Landon Jones (Jr., one-year, 161.66); Lane Hawk (Soph., one-year, 175.74); Parker Eckstein (Soph., one-year, 167.14); Owen Frazier (Soph.); Xander Mueller (Jr.); Kendrik Keister (Soph.).
Program history: Charter member of Stark Conference
Embrogno’s outlook: “This should be an exciting season with a lot of fresh faces. We are looking forward to learning the fundamentals while applying that knowledge to matches and tournaments.”
NORTH CANTON HOOVER
Head coaches: Nichole Wells (first season), Chad Wensel (two seasons); Chris Simko (first year)
2022-23 record: 13-3 (10-2 in conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Chase Wensel (Sr., three-year, 208.14; Connor Lab (Sr., three-year, 209.27); Jack Wells (Sr., two-year, 204.21); Manny Doerfler (Sr., one-year, 215.50); Erik Rider (Sr., one-year, 192); Ryan Dague (Sr.); Cole Hapstak (Jr., two-year, 206.83).
Program history: Federal League and conference champions 2023; conference charter program; first place in Muskingum and G-Men tourneys 2023; qualified for state in 2023, finishing ninth.
Wells’ outlook: “We are working to continue to grow as a team and get back to state. We have a lot of returning bowlers working to share their knowledge with new freshmen.”
PERRY
Head coach: Don Sprout (first year)
2022-23 record: 8-4 (conference)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame Lanes, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Nick Harmon (Sr., one-year, 208.60); Nick Gobbler (Sr., one-year, 184.09); Carson Presutti (Jr., 187.32); Eli Nave (Soph.); Brandon Sanko (Soph.); Gavin Hentzell (Soph.); Dylon Parsons (Jr.); Peyton Querry (Fr.).
Program history: Charter conference program with seven state appearances, including a pair of individual appearances (Kaleb Corrin, Brandon Boykin).
Sprout’s outlook: “We are ready to get back to states. A state title is within our reach. We are a young squad, but very sound.”
SANDY VALLEY
Head coach: Mark Fitzgerald (first season)
2022-23 record: 10-7 overall
Home center: Strike Zone Lanes, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Russell Hummel (Sr.); AJ Meighen (Sr.); Sean Maddox (Sr.); Jack Bowman (Sr.); Jakob Crow (Sr.); Jacob Fiddler (Sr.); Deacon Miller (Sr.); Dallas Steiner (Jr.).
Program history: Program joins the Inter-Valley Conference for the first time after leaving the Stark Conference.
Fitzgerald’s outlook: “We are a senior-heavy group. I’m excited to continue to build the Cardinal bowling program. Coming off a winning season is a great start. We want to compete for an IVC title as well as get our bowlers to Columbus.”
TRIWAY
Head coach: Vince Yoder
2022-23 record: 17-1 (10-0 in conference)
Home center: Triway Lanes, Wooster
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Owen Fiesler (Sr., three-year, 200.16); Aeron Meshew (Sr., three-year, 218.94); Jacob Yoder (Sr.); Maxton Fiesler (Jr., two-year, 206.94); Zach George (Jr.), Jonathan Eikleberry (Soph.); Davin Merckle (Fr.).
Program history: Captured Lorain Sectional, PCL Holiday and Clutch Classic titles last season; 11th year for program, with five state appearances including state runner-up in 2015 and seventh place in 2023. Also has two individual state appearances (Jacob Yoder, Casey Freeman).
Yoder’s outlook: “This is going to be an interesting year. We have three varsity starters back, all very solid players, but then we are filling in with several junior varsity players and even one or two that are incoming freshmen. I still think we will be solid and the newer ones will fit in nicely. As always, we will coach them up and get them prepared, plus the senior leadership will help mold them into pretty good players. We will have our work cut out for us in some of the in-season tournaments and then in the postseason, but overall, I feel pretty good about everything.”
GIRLS
CANTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC
Head coach: Bud Stebbins (13 seasons)
2022-23 record: 11-9 (6-4 in conference)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame Lanes, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Sophia Montgomery (Sr., one-year, 114); Jessica Jenkins (Soph., one-year, 121); Frances Palasri (Soph., one-year, 104); Jae Lynn Miller (Jr., 112); Olivia Sukoso (Soph., 102); Addie Guemther (Jr.).
Program history: The program is a charter member of the Stark Conference with one state appearance in 2021.
Stebbins’ outlook: “We are a very young team, and rebuilding from the loss of five strong bowlers the past two years. The goal is to improve and hopefully be more competitive the second half of the season and at tournament time.”
CANTON McKINLEY
Head coach: Kim Heaton
2022-23 record: 4-13 (1-11 in conference)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame Lanes, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Kayla Evans (Sr., two-year, 112.83); Haleigh Leggett (Jr., two-year, 175.41); Makayla McClelland (Jr., two-year, 121.85); Sandra Sweet (Sr., two-year, 111.18); Maria Wise (Jr., one-year, 150.18); Klaire Trenary (Fr.).
Program history: Charter member of Stark Conference (22 years), with state appearances in 2019, 2020 and individual in Brooke Tucker (2021).
Coach’s outlook: “We have everyone coming back from last year with a newcomer in Klaire Trenary. All of our girls have been working hard to improve their games. I’m pretty excited to see how the season goes.”
EAST CANTON
Head coach: Craig Linerode (15 seasons)
2022-23 record: 12-6 (8-2 in Stark Conference)
Home center: Eastbury Bowling Center, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Tori Alspaugh (Sr., two-year, 154.25); Hannah Spencer (Sr., two-year, 154.32); Rachel Simpkins (Sr., two-year, 139-93); Lauren Stewart (Sr., one-year, 122.33); Elyse Mallett (Jr., one-year, 139.25); Madison Lint (Soph., one-year, 181.38); Logan McDonald (Soph., one-year, 166.16).
Program history: Captured a Division II sectional and Rootstown Rover Tournament titles last season for the 21-year-old program.
Linerode’s outlook: “The coaching staff has very high expectations for this year’s team after last ear’s Tri-County Sectional title. This is by far the deepest team we have had since I began coaching. We start in a new conference (Inter-Valley) this season after leaving the SCHSBC, where we faced Triway, a perennial state championship team, to the new conference with Conotton Valley, last year’s Division II state champions. We have our work cut out for us in the IVC, however we are very confident that this team will be competitive. The team is stacked with experience and talent. The team is led by four seniors — Tori Alspaugh, Hannah Spencer, Rachel Simpkins and Laurent Stewart. The team also includes last year’s high average bowler Madison Lint with her impressive 181.38 average. The team also includes Logan McDonald, another sophomore who finished second on the team with a 166 average.”
GLENOAK
Head coach: Jossett Petrick (second season)
2022-23 record: 2-10 (conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Aurora Stergis (Jr., one-year, 134); Ella Clapper (Soph., one-year, 145); Isabella Needing (Jr.., one-year, 148); Kaidence Jackson (Jr.., 124); Kathryn Chech (Sr., two-year, 169).
Program history: Charter Stark Conference member; Rachel Young two-year state individual qualifier (2020-21).
Petrick’s outlook: “The girls team has great potential with five returning members starting varsity. Many of our gils last season were underclassmen and new to bowling. The 2022-23 season was a positive learning experience and the team improved each week. Coach (Rob) Hawkins and I saw during tryouts that the team retained what they had learned last season and we found out many practiced during the off-season. We are excited to watch them compete this season. They ares an inspiring group of athletes aspiring to be their best.”
JACKSON
Head coach: Bill Dunn (first year)
2022-23 record: 6-9 (4-6 in conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Kaitlyn Fahrni (Sr., 79.0); Lily Stewart (Sr., 120); Anastachia Kirby (Jr.,); Brianna Morris (Soph., one-year, 130.3); Rylee Dunn (Soph., one-year, 180.13); Inessa Musaelyn (Jr., two-year, 158.47).
Program history: Charter Stark Conference member (22 years); Has six state appearance overall with several individual qualifiers, including state runner-up Kaylee Boniwell (2019).
Dunn’s outlook: “We are looking to improve the program all around. We are starting at the beginning and we are going to rebuild the program from the ground up.”
LAKE
Head coach: Jeff Mowls (two years)
2022-23 record: 14-5 (8-4 in conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Kaylee Holler (Sr., two-year, 161.9); Abby Meffert (Sr., one-year, 137.7); Samantha Kurul (Sr., one-year, 146.7); Ali Templeton (Sr., one-year, 151.3); Lindsey Gotham (Sr., 139.3); Madison Paxton (Jr., 117.4).
Program history: Charter program in Stark Conference (22 years).
Mowls’ outlook: “Lake will start five seniors this season, all who have been in the program for a couple of seasons. We have stressed spare conversions and practice them daily. This team has a lot of potential if they stay focused.”
LAKE CENTER CHRISTIAN
Head coach: Lyle Misener (five seasons)
2022-23 record: 7-11 (5-9 in conference)
Home center: Spins Bowl-Akron, Akron
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Janel Zink (Sr., third-year, 140); Kennedy Woodberry (Sr., third-year, 130); Autumn Griffith (Jr., two-year, 128); Charlie Collins (Soph., one-year, 100); Izzie Liechty (Jr., one-year, 100).
Program history: Program is in its fifth year.
Misener’s outlook: “Several of our returning players should be much better. They have put in the extra time at the lanes and the gym in anticipation of this season.”
LOUISVILLE
Head coach: Courtney Stallman (six years)
2022-23 record: 3-14 (3-7 in conference)
Home center: Eastbury Bowling Center, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Elizah Adkins (Sr., two-year, 128); Madison Kennedy (Sr., two-year, 130); Noel Crock (Sr., one-year, 136); Estrella Lopez-Cruz (Jr., two-year, 138); Abigail Wenger (Jr., one-year, 132); Sirily Horn (Sr.).
Program history: Program is in its sixth season.
Stallman’s outlook: “This group of young ladies has leadership and experience on their side. Based on their tryouts, practices and improvement shown so far, I believe this will be the best year yet for the Lady Leps.”
MARLINGTON
Head coach: Beth Schick (six years)
2022-23 record: 4-16 (4-6 in division)
Home center: Christopher Columbus Lanes, Alliance
Varsity roster (with year, letters, 2022-23 avg., if available): Karlaysia WestCole (Jr. 131.35);Cora Wines (Jr. 137.13); Christina Pate (Jr., 118.24); Sophia Vigliotti (Sr., 125.17); Xena Shoemaker (Jr., 104.43); Chloe Turner (Sr., 85.18); Megan Kerr (Jr.); Laney Cross (Soph., 90.45).
Program history: Seven years.
Schick’s outlook: “We found some success late last season which boosted our confidence. We have a great group of returning ladies that started for us last season. We also have a few new athletes who look strong for us. We’re excited and ready to get the season started.”
MINERVA
Head coach: Dana Keister (previous coach returns for first year)
2022-23 record: 16-0 (9-1 in conference)
Home center: Minerva Bowl, Minerva
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Shelby Worrell (Sr., three-year, 189.28,); Anna Leach (Jr., two-year, 165.81); Jadynn Thompson (Jr., two-year, 194.93); Kayla Henderhan (Jr., two-year, 174.70 ); Isabelle Genet (Jr., two-year); Lillian Kugler (Jr.); Bailey Wood (Soph., one-year); Rylan Klitz (Fr.).
Program history: Capture Tuscarawas County Classic, Eastern District sectional runner-up; charter program of Stark Conference; finished 10th in state in 2017 and eighth in 2019.
Keister’s outlook: “Four our division, we will hold our own.”
NORTH CANTON HOOVER
Head coaches: Nichole Wells (first year), Alicia Yacano (first year)
2022-23 record: 7-9 (5-7 in conference)
Home center: Park Centre Lanes, North Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Eden Bussey (Sr., two-year, 169.27); Carmelina Foster (Sr., two-year, 150.74); Sara Mohr (Sr., three-year, 158.42); Carys Eynon (Soph., one-year, 163.59); Ashley Allen (Soph., one-year, 134.09); Kairi Lepelley (Soph, one-year, 131.14); Laine Ripley (Jr., one-year); Lana Deihl (Soph.).
Program history: Second G-Men Classic 2023; two previous state appearances for Stark Conference charter program.
Wells’ outlook: “We continue to improve our skills and continue to improve as a team.”
PERRY
Head coach: Joe Altimore III (13 seasons)
2022-23 record: 12-4 (10-2 in conference)
Home center: AMF Hall of Fame Lanes, Canton
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 averages, if available): Ami King (Sr., two-year, 163.48); Kiele Poling (Jr., three-year, 168.75); Avery Wilt (Jr., one-year, 166.30); Arielle Clapper (Soph., 158); Jenna boyer (Soph.); Alex DeVore (Soph.).
Program history: Conference charter member; 10 state appearances in last 12 seasons, including seven in a row.
Altimore’s outlook: “Our only goal is to make another run at a state title. Allmatches and tournaments are for preparation to get ready for states.”
TRIWAY
Head coach: Corby Anderson
2022-23 record: 16-2 (10-0 in conference)
Home center: Triway Lanes, Wooster
Varsity roster (year, letters, 2022-23 average, if available): Addy Meshew (Sr., three-year, 197.39); Emma Yoder (Sr., three-year, 214.47); Kennedy Finley (Jr., two-year, 171.77); Dana Armstrong (Jr., 112.59); Raya Fiesler (Fr.)
Program history: Four state appearances for the nine-year program, including a Division II state title in 2022 and a fifth- place finish a year ago. Also claimed sectional and Northeast District titles last season along with SCHSBC Early Bird and Clutch Classic titles.
Anderson’s outlook: “The Triway girls should be strong again this season, but after losing seven of 11 bowlers due to graduation, there are question marks. With three returning starters from a strong team last season, Addy Meshew, Emma Yoder and Kennedy Finley will give us a solid base this season. We will work hard during the beginning of this season to develop the new bowlers we have coming in. Look for our Lady Titans to get strong and stronger throughout the season.”
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