The Trillion Mortgage Open launched Season 2 of the CB TOUR with an impressive turnout, setting a new record with 216 Championship Series bowlers—surpassing the previous record by two. This level of participation underscores the growing reputation of the CB TOUR as a premier stage for competitive bowling.
Morgan Robinson captured his first CB TOUR title in a thrilling final against Dave Slager. Their match went the distance, culminating in a one-ball roll-off. Morgan delivered under pressure, striking on his shot, while Dave left the 6-10, sealing the victory for Morgan. Here’s how the top finishers fared:
1st Place: Morgan Robinson - $3,000
2nd Place: Dave Slager - $1,800
3rd Place: Luke Brown - $1,200
4th Place: Andy Kinney - $1,000
Luke Brown’s performance was a highlight of the tournament, as he rolled the second 300 game in CB TOUR history during his match against tournament leader Cameron Henning. He followed it up with a 278, setting a new CB TOUR two-game scoring record of 578. This incredible series included 20 consecutive strikes and knocked Cameron out of the bracket, demonstrating the high level of play required to advance in this event.
In the Cashers Round, several bowlers delivered exceptional performances:
1st: Cameron Henning - +350
2nd: Yannick Roos - +293
3rd: Andy Kinney - +283
4th: Morgan Robinson - +277
5th: Riley Woodard - +271
6th: Sam Wadley - +210
Other notable performances came from Cerell Cardines, Kyle Morrison, and Giorgio Clinaz, who all made deep runs in the tournament and proved they’re bowlers to watch this season.
Morgan Robinson also captured more hardware on the weekend. Foreshadowing his eventual win in the Championship Series, Robinson and Jayden Miller captured Shootout Doubles gold Saturday night. They defeated the team of Riley Woodard and Clay Rees to take home that title.
This event marked a significant milestone as we crowned our first-ever Challenge Series champion. The Challenge Series was introduced to provide a competitive platform for bowlers of all skill levels, utilizing a handicap system to level the playing field. With accessible entry fees and separate brackets, it offers a chance for everyone to shine, from developing bowlers to those looking for a more inclusive competition. In this inaugural event, Nicholas Vanderbloom emerged victorious, earning a $400 SMART scholarship, and setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting and ongoing addition to the CB TOUR. The success of the Challenge Series underscores our commitment to inclusivity and competition for all participants. Nicholas Vanderbloom led the field with a total pinfall of 1213. He was followed by:
2nd: Dave Slager - 1181 - $300
3rd: Ryder Hudson - 1129 - $250
4th: Zac Savage - 1095 - $200
5th: Savannah Hannigan - 1087 - $150
In the Junior Series, Alex Crowley’s exceptional performance saw him advance to the bracket finals, earning him top honors among youth bowlers. As a result, Andrew Foster and Levi Galaviz were awarded scholarships in the CB TOUR Junior Series Boys category, while Riley Blair and Kara Spruill secured scholarships in the Girls category.
In total, the Trillion Mortgage Open awarded over $21,000 in prize money, with 39 bowlers cashing in. The cash payouts were as follows:
Tier 1: $320 - 39th-25th
Tier 2: $400 - 24th-17th
Tier 3: $500 - 16th-9th
Tier 4: $750 - 8th-5th
Tier 5: $1000 - 4th
Tier 6: $1200 - 3rd
Tier 7: $1800 - 2nd
Tier 8: $3000 - 1st
This was all made possible thanks to the record number of entries and the generous support of our tournament sponsor, Trillion Mortgage.
As we look ahead to the next stop on the CB TOUR, excitement is already building for the HowToBowl.com CB Masters, set for October 4th-6th. This major event will feature 50% more points and a guaranteed $5,000 first-place prize. A live show set will be built for the finals, creating an electrifying atmosphere for competitors and spectators alike. Mark your calendars for October 6th at 3 PM to witness the live finals.
Season 2 of the CB TOUR has started with a bang, and we can’t wait to see what unfolds as the journey continues. Stay tuned for more incredible action as we move through the season!
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