Just during 1961, the number of American bowlers increased from 6,500 to more than 10,000. Joining such cities as Akron, Detroit, Milwaukee and Chicago, St. Louis long has been a bowling cornerstone. |
Of course, since my Dad was an extremely successful pro bowler, I was drawn to the sport and was quite an avid participant. In 1978, soon after graduating from college, I became part of the family business. I've certainly enjoyed it. |
There's little question that, since the mid-1950s, bowling has been a significant public-oriented sport in this country. |