Kadry on Bowling: First-prize money for Peach Classic bumped to $2,500

Garrad Marsh, proprietor of McHenry Bowl, announced the first prize for the 66th annual Peach Classic this year has been increased to a guaranteed $2,500. The singles handicap tournament kicks off its 11-weekend run May 23 with squads at noon, 2:30 p.m. and 5. Special squads also are set up for May 25 and Memorial Day at the same times. There is a main prize list plus high game (men and women), scratch series (men and women), 10-game and bonus day prize lists. Bonus days pay an extra $100 to the high score for the day and $50 to second high. Entry fee is $60 per person. An estimated prize fund of $30,000 is expected. Call McHenry to reserve a time at (209) 571-2695. ...

Earl Purcell led the field and topped the men’s list in the McHenry Friday No-Tap with a 903 set, including a no-tap 300 game. Ricci Gotelli rolled an 887 for second place. Phillip Brome was third with an 862 series. Rainy Tanner finished first on the ladies’ list with her 849 total. Margaret Dodd placed second (837) and Heide Erler was third (823). ...

The team of Judy Roberson, Sheri Cole and Virginia Higle topped the field in the Yosemite Ladies Luncheon No-Tap with their combined 2,234. Cole paced the field with a 774 set. Nancy Speltz, Roxanne Grubb and Jan Rupp Vigneau finished second (2,184), followed by Pat Kirschman, Claudelle Bonaccini and Charlotte Scott (2,179). ...

This Friday, the 55-and-older No-Tap Tournament will run at Yosemite at 1 p.m. Check-in is at 12:30. ...

The Modesto USBC will hold its monthly clinic Sunday at Yosemite at 10:30 a.m. The clinic fee is $5 per person and includes bowling and instruction. It’s open to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis. ...

Summer leagues are starting this week at the local bowling centers. Spots are still open for singles, couples or teams in youth, adult and senior leagues. The traditional summer schedule runs through the end of August and includes a lineup of handicap and scratch leagues. For information about McHenry, contact Theresa or Todd at (209) 571-2695. For Yosemite, contact Wayne at (209) 524-9161. ...

This Saturday, the Modesto USBC will host a bowler appreciation barbecue at Enslen Park, 501 Stoddard Ave., Modesto. Lunch will be served from noon to 2 p.m. and include hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, soda and cookies. Family games and activities will run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $5 per family and can be paid at the event. ...

The 15th annual Benefit Bowl in support of the Graduation Coach Program is Saturday with squads at noon or 2 p.m. The festivities start at 11:30 a.m. with a barbecue lunch and event check-in. Bowlers will roll two games with colored-pin bowling to music, have lunch and have a chance to win prizes and bid at a silent auction. No bowling skills are needed. Call Stacey or Dallas at (209) 571-2695 for information or to sign up. ...

Yosemite is presenting the Anytime Handicap Doubles with a Twist Tournament whenever lanes are available or during your league play. The event has four handicap divisions – mixed, men, women and century (combined 100 years of age or older). Bowlers can wheel their entry to use their scores with up to four people. Call Wayne for information at (209) 524-9161.

This story was originally published May 12, 2015 at 8:48 PM with the headline "Kadry on Bowling: First-prize money for Peach Classic bumped to $2,500."