Region A Bowling
Region A Bowling is a qualifier to Sectional Bowling held at The Cherry Bowl
What Is Bowling?
Bowling is perhaps the most popular sport in Illinois. Bowling competition is conducted using a traditional format. However for those of lower ability or with physical disabilities, bowling has been modified by utilizing a ramp on the approach.
As in all Special Olympics sports, athletes are grouped into competition divisions according to ability level, age and gender when appropriate.
Athletes in Illinois who participate in bowling compete locally at Region Qualifying events. Gold medal winners are then advanced to Sectional Qualifying competition. Gold medal winners are then eligible to advance the State Bowling Championships held in Peoria in December.
Bowling Events Offered in Illinois
Traditional
Singles competition
Doubles Competition
Team Competition
Developmental
Ramp singles (ramp bowlers may also enter doubles and team competition as part of a traditional team)
Competition Information
For Specific Information on Competition Rules please click on this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Nq_InQyTLGkLojEGCAapr--UmRaor838?usp=drive_link
Event Details
Singles Competition will be held at The Cherry Bowl, 7171 Cherryvale N Blvd on August 16 and 17. On Saturday, August 16, Registration begins at 8:30 AM with warmup at 9:00 AM, Opening Ceremonies at 9:15 AM, and competition will begin at 9:30 AM. Doors to the center will not open until 8:30 AM. Second shift bowling will begin at 12:30 PM. On Sunday, August 17, bowling will begin with warmups at 9:15 AM and competition at 9:30 AM. Doors will open at the center at 8:45 AM on Sunday.
Equipment
Please check back closer to the event for more information.
Volunteer Information
Click this link to register as a new volunteer: https://portals.specialolympics.org/
All volunteers will receive a t-shirt and lunch! Volunteer duties include lane monitoring, assisting with the awards ceremony and handing out lunch. Volunteers do not need to have bowling specific knowledge to attend this event. Training will be given prior to competition.
Volunteer questions can be directed to Katie Risley at krisley@soill.org
Awards
Awards will be given after each division finished on their lanes.
Concessions & Souvenirs
Both will be available for purchase at The Cherry Bowl
Supporting Documents
Region A Bowling Memo - Detailed information
Region A Bowling Final Divisions
Results
Who We Are
Special Olympics Illinois is a not-for-profit sports organization offering year-round training and competition in 18 sports to a community of more than 55,000 traditional athletes, Young Athletes, Unified partners, coaches, volunteers, and more. It strives to be a global leader in shaping a culture where people with and without intellectual disabilities are fully integrated into the community by providing year-round opportunities in competitive sports, health education, leadership and personal development.
What Is Bowling?
Bowling is perhaps the most popular sport in Illinois. Bowling competition is conducted using a traditional format. However for those of lower ability or with physical disabilities, bowling has been modified by utilizing a ramp on the approach.
As in all Special Olympics sports, athletes are grouped into competition divisions according to ability level, age and gender when appropriate.
Athletes in Illinois who participate in bowling compete locally at Region Qualifying events. Gold medal winners are then advanced to Sectional Qualifying competition. Gold medal winners are then eligible to advance the State Bowling Championships held in Peoria in December.
Bowling Events Offered in Illinois
Traditional
Singles competition
Doubles Competition
Team Competition
Developmental
Ramp singles (ramp bowlers may also enter doubles and team competition as part of a traditional team)
Competition Information
For Specific Information on Competition Rules please click on this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Nq_InQyTLGkLojEGCAapr--UmRaor838?usp=drive_link
Event Details
Singles Competition will be held at The Cherry Bowl, 7171 Cherryvale N Blvd on August 16 and 17. On Saturday, August 16, Registration begins at 8:30 AM with warmup at 9:00 AM, Opening Ceremonies at 9:15 AM, and competition will begin at 9:30 AM. Doors to the center will not open until 8:30 AM. Second shift bowling will begin at 12:30 PM. On Sunday, August 17, bowling will begin with warmups at 9:15 AM and competition at 9:30 AM. Doors will open at the center at 8:45 AM on Sunday.
Equipment
Volunteer Information
Click this link to register as a new volunteer: https://portals.specialolympics.org/
All volunteers will receive a t-shirt and lunch! Volunteer duties include lane monitoring, assisting with the awards ceremony and handing out lunch. Volunteers do not need to have bowling specific knowledge to attend this event. Training will be given prior to competition.
Volunteer questions can be directed to Katie Risley at krisley@soill.org
Awards
Awards will be given after each division finished on their lanes.
Concessions & Souvenirs
Both will be available for purchase at The Cherry Bowl
Supporting Documents
Region A Bowling Memo - Detailed information
Region A Bowling Final Divisions
Results
Who We Are
Special Olympics Illinois is a not-for-profit sports organization offering year-round training and competition in 18 sports to a community of more than 55,000 traditional athletes, Young Athletes, Unified partners, coaches, volunteers, and more. It strives to be a global leader in shaping a culture where people with and without intellectual disabilities are fully integrated into the community by providing year-round opportunities in competitive sports, health education, leadership and personal development.
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