Honor

CCUSBC Hall of Fame

Join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements of our community's most distinguished bowlers.

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Celebrating Excellence

CCUSBC Hall-of-Fame and Awards Criteria

Each year, we honor the bowlers and volunteers whose skill, service, and spirit elevate our community. These awards celebrate the achievements, dedication, and passion that define the heart of bowling.

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Superior Performance

Awarded to a bowler who has demonstrated exceptional skill and competitive success in local tournaments, honor scores, and high averages, exemplifying outstanding performance in the sport.

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Meritorious Service

Recognizes an individual who has significantly contributed to the advancement of certified bowling through dedicated service, leadership roles, and active involvement in promoting and sustaining the sport within the community.

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Male Bowler of the Year

Honors the top-performing male bowler based on achievements in sanctioned tournaments, including titles, high scores, and consistent excellence during the bowling year.

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Female Bowler of the Year

Celebrates the most accomplished female bowler of the year, selected based on her participation, tournament success, and high-scoring performances across the season

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Love of Bowling

Acknowledges a member whose passion for the sport shines through their volunteerism, sportsmanship, and dedication to fostering a positive and supportive bowling environment.

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Star of Tomorrow

Presented to a youth bowler (18 or younger) who exemplifies leadership, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and commitment to bowling, supported by a $500 scholarship and plaque.

Honoring Excellence

Our 2024-2025 Honorees

Celebrating the bowlers and volunteers whose passion, skill, and service shaped an unforgettable season

Renee Steele
Female Bowler of the Year

Most accomplished female bowler of the year, selected based on her participation, tournament success, and high-scoring performances across the season.

Rico Pura
Male Bowler of the Year

Top-performing male bowler based on achievements in sanctioned tournaments, including titles, high scores, and consistent excellence during the bowling year.

Donnita Wass
Star of Tomorrow

Demonstrated leadership, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and commitment to bowling.

Jake Ellis-Cronan
Star of Tomorrow

Demonstrated leadership, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and commitment to bowling.

Shane Shook
Star of Tomorrow

Demonstrated leadership, sportsmanship, academic achievement, and commitment to bowling.

Carolyn Kenton
Love of Bowling

Demonstrated passion for the sport shines through their volunteerism, sportsmanship, and dedication to fostering a positive and supportive bowling environment.

Fred Drye
Love of Bowling

Demonstrated passion for the sport shines through their volunteerism, sportsmanship, and dedication to fostering a positive and supportive bowling environment.

Jolly Ramsey
Meritorious Service

Recognized for contributing to the advancement of certified bowling through dedicated service, leadership roles, and active involvement in promoting and sustaining the sport within the community.

Meaghan Rhoades
Superior Performance

Demonstrated exceptional skill and competitive success in local tournaments, honor scores, and high averages, exemplifying outstanding performance in the sport.

Danny Dunbar
Superior Performance

Demonstrated exceptional skill and competitive success in local tournaments, honor scores, and high averages, exemplifying outstanding performance in the sport.

Explore Our Hall of Fame

Discover the bowlers whose achievements have made a lasting impact on our community.

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Celebrating the Legacy of Award-Winning Bowlers

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Renee Steele
2024-2025
Female Bowler of the Year
Renee was a member of the teams that took first place in the 2024 Women’s City and the Women’s Trios tournaments.
Rico Pura
2024-2025
Male Bowler of the Year
During the last year, Rico has taken first place in the City Open for singles and all events. He was a member of the team that took third place in the Men’s Trios tournaments and first in the 2024 Men’s Invitational.
Donnita Wass
2024-2025
Star of Tomorrow
Donnita was also the only female athlete from Nevada at the 2024 Junior Gold Youth Championships. In addition to her bowling achievements, she is an excellent student and high school athlete.
Jake Ellis-Cronan
2024-2025
Star of Tomorrow
Jake is a huge part in the bowling community with Saturday Morning League, Carson High School bowling team, and the Youth King of the Hill. Jake is a current member of the Carson High ROTC and plans on pursuing a military career.
Shane Shook
2024-2025
Star of Tomorrow
Shane has been a dedicated bowler for the past 10 years, consistently displaying outstanding skill, sportsmanship, and passion for the sport.
Carolyn Kenton
2024-2025
Love of Bowling
Carolyn Kenton began bowling in Yerington in the early 1960s. She recruited siblings and other family members to join bowling. She was a founding member of the Mixed Indian Bowling League, now the Roadrunners League
Fred Drye
2024-2025
Love of Bowling
Fred Drye has been bowling in Carson Country USBC for almost 40 years. He has won the Senior Tournament three times.
Jolly Ramsey
2024-2025
Meritorious Service
Jolly Ramsey has been a volunteer to the local bowling association since before the merger of the men's and women's associations. For more than two decades, she has served Carson Country USBC in a variety of positions, including president, vice-president, director, and association manager.
Meaghan Rhoades
2024-2025
Superior Performance
Meaghan began bowling as a youth in the Tri-County YABA and has continued as an adult. Meaghan has bowled in many state and local tournaments, winning the Reno Queens tournament several times. She holds a lifetime average at USBC Women’s Championship of 189.
Danny Dunbar
2024-2025
Superior Performance
Danny has served CCUSBC as a board member, vice president, and current Tournament Director for 5 years. Additionally, he has coached the Carson City High School youth program for 6 years. Danny is the proprietor of Home Grown Bowl and has bowled in many local and state tournaments.
Colleen Harkins
2021-2022
Female Bowler of the Year
Prior to the annual meeting for the 2021-22 bowling season, Colleen took first place in the CCUSBC Queens tournament, second place in the CCUSBC Open Championship All Events (handicap) and third place with her team in the Open.
Derrick Johnson
2021-2022
Star of Tomorrow
Derrick is the first to volunteer to meet with a new league member and is always willing to help the younger kids. His passion for bowling drives his desire to perform. He leads by example on the lanes, teaching new bowlers’ and encouraging those around him. He maintains a positive attitude, even when struggling, Derrick's sportsmanship and skills have earned him a reputation within the local bowling community and the younger bowlers all look up to him.
Nolan Pedersen
2022-2023
Star of Tomorrow
Nolan joined the bowling 4 years ago, quickly grew roots and began to thrive. In addition to bowling every season with the youth league, he also bowled summer leagues and for Carson High School, where he was elected team captain. He is a positive influence on his bowling peers and often makes motivational reward goals with his teammates. He is coachable, likable and eager to improve. He has a great rapport with coaches and a strong example of sportsmanship. He is a dual-enrolled high school senior and college sophomore who earned his academic letter earlier this year with his strong grades.
Jenessa Hernandez
2022-2023
Star of Tomorrow
Jenessa has been a 7-year member of CCUSBC and qualified for Junior Gold this year and last year. She averaged 206 last year. In March 2022, she bowled her highest series at 766 and followed that on April 9, 2022, with her first 300 game. She is a senior at Douglas County High School, participates in the Douglas County High School Junior ROTC and has plans to join the Army after graduation.
Mason Frederickson
2023-2024
Star of Tomorrow
Mason is a pleasure to be around. As one of the oldest youths in the league, he literally towers over the rest of the league. At a high school interscholastic match in December, his interaction with teammates as well as the opposing team showed camaraderie and sportsmanship. Mason makes CCUSBC proud. Mason has a 3.0 GPA and excels in Geography, history and culture. He has been to 3 continents and at least a dozen countries. He participated in The Polar Plunge for Special Olympics, ran a booth at a Trunk or Treat Event and participated in a community coat drive and Santa photos.
Chris Baird
2021-2022
Love of Bowling
Chris has a love for bowling that shows every time he hits the lanes. He has bowled since he could walk and his biggest inspiration was his Dad. He coaches others to better their game. Chris reminds others to show passion for the game even on the rough days; with a smile on his face, he encourages others to never give up.
Khia Dunbar
2023-2024
Star of Tomorrow
Khia has a positive attitude and friendly personality. She has been voted team captain from the high school team and bowls on the youth and King/Queen of the Hill leagues. Regarding her love for bowling, her average started at 148 and is currently 182, and she travels to many tournaments. Currently, her high game is a 270 and high series is 713. Khia is a sophomore in high school taking AP classes with a GPA of 3.08. She is a member of the Health Occupation Sciences Club. All her spare time is either dedicated to working at the bowling alley, studying or practicing her bowling techniques.
Rich Sharp
2022-2023
Love of Bowling
Rich previously bowled more than 10 years in CCUSBC and was sidelined with a significant injury. Although his children have aged out, he is absolutely dedicated to coaching the youth Saturday morning league and high school competition bowling. He is frequently trying to grow the sport of bowling through his coaching efforts with the youth.
Karen Ferreira
2021-2022
Love of Bowling
Karen Ferreira has served in leadership positions on her leagues, currently serving as President of the Silver City Trios at Carson Lanes. She always recruits from leagues for tournaments whether local, state, or national (especially when in Reno). She works with her service organizations, such as the Emblem Club, to hold bowling tournaments and encourages participation throughout CCUSBC.
Ed Bischoff
2023-2024
Love of Bowling
Through the years of bowling, Ed has shown hard work, team work, and how much he loves bowling every time he comes to the lanes. He encourages and coaches others. Ed has been bowling for a long time serving as an officer in the local association before the associations merge and as an officer in many of the leagues he bowled.

FAQs

Find answers to your most pressing questions about the Hall of Fame induction process.

What is induction criteria?

The induction criteria include outstanding achievements in bowling, contributions to the sport, and overall impact on the community. Candidates are evaluated based on their performance and dedication. A committee reviews nominations annually to ensure fairness.

How are nominees selected?

Nominees are selected through a nomination process open to members of CCUSBC. A dedicated committee reviews all submissions to ensure they meet the criteria. Final selections are made based on merit and contributions to bowling.

Is there a deadline?

Yes, nominations must be submitted by the specified deadline each year. The deadline for Hall-of-Fame nominations is January 15th of each year.

Can anyone nominate?

Any member in good standing of CCUSBC can nominate a candidate.

What is the process?

The process begins with submitting a nomination form along with supporting materials. The committee reviews all nominations and selects inductees based on established criteria. Inductees are honored at an annual ceremony.

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