2024 Bowling Highlights: From Youth Championships to Olympic Dreams
In 2024, the world of professional bowling will witness several notable events, offering fans and participants a chance to experience high-level competition and excitement. Here are some of the key events:
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IBF Youth World Championships (Under 21): Scheduled for July 7-18, 2024, in Incheon, Korea, this event will showcase the talents of young, emerging bowlers on an international stage.
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2024 NCAA Bowling National Championship: This championship will feature an 18-team double-elimination tournament, highlighting the best in collegiate women's bowling in the United States. The competition will involve a series of regional events leading up to the national championship rounds on April 12-13, 2024.
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Efforts to Include Bowling in the 2024 Summer Olympic Games: There is a significant push to include bowling in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. Chris Viale and other bowling enthusiasts are working hard to gather support and demonstrate bowling's global appeal and adaptability for inclusion in the Olympics.
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2024 U.S. Open (PBA): The Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) will host the 2024 U.S. Open, a major event in professional bowling, from January 29 to February 4, 2024, at the Woodland Bowl in Indianapolis, Indiana. This tournament is known for its challenging conditions and attracts top professional bowlers.
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2024 PWBA Tour: The Professional Women’s Bowling Association Tour will run from May to August 2024, featuring 12 tournaments across various venues. The tour is set to kick off with the PWBA Twin Cities Open at Cedarvale Lanes in Eagan, Minnesota, followed by events like the PWBA Rockford Open and the USBC Queens, showcasing the best female athletes in bowling.
These events not only highlight the skill and competition within the sport but also aim to promote bowling's popularity and growth on both national and international stages​