LBA Senior Singles League – Week 5 Recap
🎳 Holcomb Goes Nuclear
The pins never stood a chance this week. Joe Holcomb lit up the lanes like it was the Fourth of July, stringing together 10 strikes in a row before a slightly-too-fast shot in the tenth frame left the 2-4-5. He spared it easily and walked away with a 287—good enough for high game of the week, high game of the year, and possibly high blood pressure for anyone watching.
That monster game also knocked Bob Schorr off the top spot for high scratch game, so somewhere Bob’s probably muttering something unprintable.
Joe didn’t stop there. He added a 652 scratch series and a 303 handicap game, claiming three honors in one go. Then, just to add insult to injury, he took 3 of 4 from Pat Worhle, knocking Pat out of second place and into a tie. Not a bad day’s work for Joe — not so much for Pat.
“Ten in a row, one bad ball, and three new honors—Joe made the lanes his personal playground.”
😬 Brad’s Strange Luck Continues
Brad Finnearty once again proved that luck can be both a blessing and a curse. He lost 3 of 4 to Carl Drury, yet somehow managed to hang on to a tie for second place. Brad’s living proof that bowling can be as confusing as it is frustrating.
He did manage a 255 game, earning himself second-high scratch game, second-high handicap game, and third-high handicap series for the week.
So yes—Brad bowled great and still lost. If there’s ever a “How to Win While Losing” seminar, Brad’s the keynote speaker.
“Brad’s still in second, proving that chaos really does have a system.”
💪 Carl’s Day in the Sun
While Brad’s luck was all over the place, Carl Drury showed up ready to roll. He took 3 out of 4 from Brad, crushed a 233 game, and posted a 633 scratch series. Those scores earned him the third-high handicap game and third-highest handicap series for the week.
Carl didn’t just beat Brad—he sent a reminder that sometimes the quiet guy with the smooth release can make a lot of noise.
“Carl didn’t talk much—he just let the scoreboard do the shouting.”
📈 Standings Shake-Up
After five weeks, the dust is starting to settle (sort of). George Bushee remains in first at 15-9, taking 3 of 4 from Bob Schorr to tighten his grip on the top spot.
Brad Finnearty and Pat Worhle sit tied for second at 12-12, both trying to convince themselves that “tied for second” still sounds impressive.
Just a step behind, Marilyn Drury lurks in fourth with an 11-13 record—and given how unpredictable this league has been, that one-game gap could vanish faster than Brad’s lead did in Week 3.
🏁 Looking Ahead
The season keeps rolling along, and it’s anyone’s game. Joe’s throwing bombs, Brad’s dodging disaster, and George is proving steady beats flashy.
Next week should be another showdown—but here’s hoping the pins survive Joe’s next visit.
“If Joe keeps this up, the league might need to install fire extinguishers behind every lane.”
💬 Quote of the Week
Brad Finnearty: “I didn’t lose to Carl. I just gave him a motivational win.”
Sure, Brad. Whatever helps you sleep at night.
LBA Senior Singles League – Week 6 Recap
🎳 Pat vs. the Vacant — and the Vacant Won
It’s not every day you see a bowler lose to a vacant, but that’s exactly what happened this week. Pat Worhle somehow managed to drop three games to thin air. To be fair, he was having one of those days where even the ball seemed tired of him.
We’ve all been there—when nothing hooks, the pins mock you, and even the ball return sounds judgmental. Still, losing to a ghost opponent might be a new league record for “Most Spiritually Crippling Defeat.”
“Pat didn’t just bowl poorly—he got outscored by an empty chair.”
👑 George Holds the Throne
George Bushee kept his cool and his crown, going 2-2 with Marylan Drury. It wasn’t flashy, but it didn’t have to be—steady bowling keeps him alone atop the standings.
The man’s so consistent, you could set your watch by his score pace. He’s not bowling against people anymore—he’s bowling around them.
“George didn’t win big, but he didn’t have to—when you’re first, ties are just a victory nap.”
💥 Brad vs. Mary, Round Two
The rematch nobody asked for but everybody enjoyed. Brad Finnearty and Mary McKenzie faced off again, and this time Brad wanted revenge.
He managed a 2-2 tie, thanks to one magical game where everything clicked. Brad insists it wasn’t luck—it was “Sasquatch Power.” Whatever that is, it’s not on the USBC approved list.
“Brad says it’s Bigfoot power. Everyone else says it’s blind luck with a funny name.”
🕵️ Ron’s Mysterious Rise
Ron McKenzie shocked the league by sweeping all four games from Bob Schorr and vaulting into a tie for second place.
Brad immediately demanded an investigation, suggesting Ron must have “bribed the statistician.” While there’s no evidence of foul play, Ron’s sudden scoring spike has everyone eyeing his new ball like it came from Area 51.
“Four wins, a scandal, and a smirk—Ron just became must-watch bowling.”
💪 Marlyn & Pat Still Swinging
Marylan Drury slipped slightly into a fourth-place tie with Pat, but don’t count her out. Both are battlers—gritty, stubborn, and just one good week away from chaos at the top.
“They may be down, but if looks could strike, they’d both be champions.”
🔥 This Week’s Top Guns
High Scratch Games:
- 🥇 George Bushee – 228
- 🥈 Brad Finnearty – 202
- 🥉 Carl Drury – 193
High Scratch Series:
- 🥇 George Bushee – 591
- 🥈 Joe Holcomb – 534
- 🥉 Brad Finnearty – 508
No changes to the season-long high honors, but Joe’s still polishing his Week 5 hardware with a smile.
🏁 Final Frame
Week 6 delivered it all—dry humor, bad breaks, and ghost victories. George is steady, Brad’s lucky, Ron’s rising, and Pat’s probably somewhere muttering at the score monitor.
“The only thing slicker than these lanes is the storytelling that comes after the last frame.”
💬 Quote of the Week
Brad Finnearty: “You can’t stop Sasquatch Power!”
Mary McKenzie (probably): “Apparently, you can tie it though.”
🧨 Power Rankings – Week 6
🔥 Who’s Hot:
- Ron McKenzie – Four wins, a controversy, and zero remorse.
- George Bushee – Calm, collected, and quietly cruising at the top.
- Joe Holcomb – Still riding last week’s fireworks into legend status.
🧊 Who’s Not:
- Pat Worhle – Lost to a vacant. Enough said.
- Brad Finnearty – Luck’s running strong, skill’s still missing.
- Bob Schorr – Swept off the lanes by Ron and into disbelief.
