Royals Claim LCAA Bowling Title

By DOUG DONNELLY

Advance Editor

Blissfield's bowling team clinched its second straight Lenawee County Athletic Association championship last week with wins over Madison and Ida.

The 29-1 win over Ida at Rich Lanes came on Senior Night.

"It was a perfect way to celebrate the seniors and their contributions to the team," Blissfield coach John Harden said. "They have set a high standard for the program, and seeing them reach their goal of another conference title is a testament to their focus and leadership."

Alex Kudlac rolled games of 237 and 228. Matthew Anderson had a 208 and 193 and Jon Cheney shot a 203. Anderson and Cheney are seniors.

The marquee matchup of the week came Monday night when the Royals took on LCAA runner-up Madison.

The Royal bowlers were on a roll against the Trojans, rolling eight consecutive strikes during the second Baker game to take a 10-0 lead into the individual round. There, Cheney continued the firepower, starting with nine consecutive strikes. He converted a spare in the tenth frame, then rolled another strike for a 279. Collin Retter rolled a 227, Kudlac shot a 224, Preston Iffland had a 201.

The final score was 27-3.

On Saturday, the Royals participated in the Lenawee County Singles Tournament and had four bowlers earn All-County honors.

Cheney placed third, Anderson fourth, Kudlac sixth and Iffland seventh.

In the head-to-head competition, Cheney lost in the semifinals to Tecumseh's Jonathan VanZandt, 412-411. VanZandt went on to win the championship.

"It was a long, exciting day that provided the team with invaluable experience as they look toward the upcoming regional tournament," Harden said.