Mike Steinert wins again, defeating Don Dove, 161-135 at White Oak

Results posted.

Change in Dress Code

The governing body voted at Meadowbrook to allow a change in the dress code. This change comes after years of member concerns from both sides. However, the governing body has decided this trial of the new dress code is due. With any change there will be complaints and growing pains. I ask that we give this trial period a chance. We have the best interest of the membership as well as the quality if the DPBA in mind.

As voted at Meadowbrook, the DPBA will now allow the wearing of dress or golf shorts during qualifying rounds. Shorts will NOT be of the "cargo" style consisting of leg side pockets. They must also follow the same material guidelines as pants for Sunday’ No sweat, denim, or warm up material will be allowed. We ask that you keep good taste in mind.

We all agree that keeping a professional image is important. There will be NO shorts allowed on Sunday. Bowlers will NOT be allowed to bowl on Sunday wearing shorts. You will be classified as ineligible. So make sure you bring long pants for Sunday’s competition. You can only be mad at yourself if you are classified as ineligible. Also a $25 fine will be imposed for shorts not meeting the qualifying round dress code.

This letter is an official announcement but not designed to be used as final rule. The final trial period changes will be posted in be uniform code upon receiving the minutes.

Remember gentleman this was a very hard decision to make. It did not come lightly. The DPBA wants to maintain a high quality and allow for the comfort of its members. I look forward to see how the trial period goes.

Mike Steinert defeated Joey Sears to win DPBA Meadowbrook 2014

Results posted.

Letter from the DPBA President

Dear members,

My opening letter said that the bracket format was at all 8 stops. The official format was to post later. That statement has confused some members. Yes, we will use the bracket format at any tour that has over 80 entries. Under 80 will be the ladder format. The prize list was passed and posted on the website. My excitement and positive outlook for the tour caused that confusion. I am sorry for any misunderstanding that were caused. Please refer to the official prize list for any questions.

Kevin Burke defeats Tim Arney to win Southside stop

Results posted.

Canadian Nathan Cooper defeats John DeAntoniis to win his first participated DPBA tour

Check out the DPBA on Twitter and the group on Facebook created by Chris Louth. Great jobs by Todd Turcotte, Chris Louth and Leo Monteiro on all the updates as they were happening!!! Special THANKS to Todd and his staff (including Mom and Dad) for the great weekend!!! Next stop Southside Lanes in Hagerstown for the Frank Turner Classic. Hope to see you all there!!

2014 Stop Tour News from DPBA President Todd Turcotte

There will be 8 stops this year. Entry fee will remain $125 to allow for 30 qualifiers at 100 entries. With the exciting bracket format at all 8 stops. Copy of the bracket layout will be soon to follow. The final 2 stops are just awaiting the date confirmation, but there are stops to bowl at. There was much conversation about returning to the 24 qualifier format with 100 entries and going back to a $105 entry fee. However, many feel that the more qualifier format is better. I am always open to more conversation on that topic.

Todd Turcotte Elected as New DPBA President

A letter from the new DPBA President