The New Mexico Open, one of a plethora of tournaments held annually that helps account for more than 10 percent of the annual linage at Tenpins & More in Rio Rancho, N.M., will offer a record prize-fund of $70,450 in its 19th renewal Aug. 18-20. The maximum field size is 240, which would boost the […]

The BCA of Wisconsin is seeking nominations for its annual BCAW Award of Excellence before the Aug. 31 deadline. The Award of Excellence honors bowling center proprietors, managers and others who have contributed to bowling in Wisconsin in a significant way over time. Winners will be recognized at the BCAW Celebration of Excellence luncheon, to […]

Duckpin bowling will be among the attractions at the new Andretti Karting location, now under development in Chandler, Ariz. In addition to the company’s “electric superkarts,” the venue will include an arcade, VR, simulators, laser tag and a motion theatre. A November opening is planned for the 96,000-sq.-ft. FEC.

The Chicagoland BPA and Fox Valley BPA held their annual joint meeting at Ditka’s restaurant in Oak Brook, where the CBPA board approved a reorganization of its local association by reducing the number of sections from four to one. Chicagoland President Jim Saffold explained that the merging of sections into one will make the operations more efficient and flexible. […]

United Kingdom-based Tenpin has refurbished its location in Colchester, complementing its 20 bowling lanes with vivid LED lighting. The venue also includes a state-of-the-art laser tag attraction with fog effects and strobe lighting, karaoke rooms and an upgraded arcade. “We’re proud to provide a wide range of competitive socializing activities that cater to guests of […]

Plans for Sin City’s next bowling center are starting to take shape — and it’s far different than the mega-centers for which Las Vegas is known. It has been revealed that the new Stations Casino in the Inspirada community of Henderson, Nev., will open with a six-lane installation. Phase two of the project will see […]

A diverse group of owners and managers — including representation from the military and a university — attended the most recent edition of the School of Bowling Center Management, held at the International Bowling Campus in Arlington, Texas, in April. Conducted by BPAA’s Bowling University team and featuring a Who’s Who of bowling business experts […]

The Entertainment and Education Group has completed the renovation of two Zone Bowling locations in Western Australia, one in Rockingham and the other in Northbridge. Enhancements include the addition of VR experiences, new arcade games and rides and “Winners Vault” redemption shops.