David Maycock has reached a career milestone after being hand-selected by the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) to compete in the main field of the upcoming World Series of Bowling XVII.
Maycock confirmed the news via social media, revealing that he is one of only nine international players to receive a prestigious exemption into the main draw. The selection follows a rigorous review of Maycock's professional resume and international rankings, allowing him to bypass the high-pressure Pre-Tournament Qualifier (PTQ).
Reflecting on the selection, Maycock expressed both relief and excitement at the prospect of competing against the world’s elite on the biggest stage in ten-pin bowling.
"I have been awarded an international PBA exemption into the main field of the PBA World Series of Bowling," Maycock confirmed. "I found out on Saturday night after putting my resume into the PBA with all my rankings. I’m glad I put it in."
The exemption represents more than just a spot in the tournament; it offers a tactical advantage as Maycock prepares to face a grueling schedule of "animal" oil patterns that define the World Series.
"I’m in the main field, so that’s less pressure on me," Maycock noted. "We’ve got a couple of different patterns we’ve got to attack—the Cheetah, Scorpion, Chameleon, and Shark. If we get to the World Championships, I think it’s the Anthony Pattern."
The World Series of Bowling is renowned as one of the most physically and mentally demanding events on the professional calendar, requiring players to master drastically different lane conditions over several days of competition. For Maycock, the goal is to turn this opportunity into a deep championship run.
"I just have to go there, have my mind focused, and hopefully make a run at one of these animal patterns. Hopefully, we can make a run somewhere."
Maycock’s selection underscores his standing as one of the premier bowlers in the region, and his participation in the XVII edition of the World Series will be closely watched by the Bermudian sporting community as he takes on the best in the business.
Wednesday, April 08, 2026
Fight Back Extend Lead as Unpredictable Close the Gap
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The Mixed Majors Bowling League title race intensified at Warwick Lanes as league leaders Fight Back delivered a clinical blow to their nearest rivals on a night of high-scoring drama.
In the evening’s headline clash, the top two collided in a high-stakes encounter that did not disappoint. Fight Back showed the composure of champions-elect, dismantling second-place Spare Change with a comprehensive 14-6 victory. The result sees the leaders pull further clear at the summit, leaving the chasing pack with a mountain to climb in the coming weeks.
The slip-up from Spare Change was music to the ears of third-place Unpredictable, who wasted no time in capitalizing on the opening. They matched the leaders' scoreline with a 14-6 win over the fourth-place Thunderbolts, a result that sees them leapfrog closer to the second spot and cements their status as genuine podium contenders.
Further down the standings, the Activators produced the most dominant performance of the session. Entering the night in seventh place, they defied the form book to crush the fifth-place Warriors 16-4. The heavy defeat for the Warriors sees them lose ground in the mid-table battle, while the Activators move within touching distance of the top six.
In the final match of the evening, the Movers "N" Shakers secured a vital 14-6 win over the Mix Ups. The eighth-place side found their rhythm early to pull away from their sixth-place opponents, ensuring that the lower half of the table remains as tightly contested as the race for the title.
As the season enters its final stretch, all eyes remain on Fight Back, who appear increasingly difficult to rattle at the top of the standings.
Rickai Binns 734; Carl Reid 689; Anthony Hayward 637; Billy Glasford 623
Tuesday, April 07, 2026
Strike Force Crowned Champions at the Warwick Lanes
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The 2025/26 Commercial Bowling League season reached its conclusion at Warwick Lanes, with Strike Force officially confirmed as champions despite a final-night stumble against the mid-table Pin Heads.
In a season defined by consistency and high-scoring series, Strike Force entered the final round of fixtures with the title already within their grasp. Their coronation was slightly dampened by a resilient performance from sixth-place Pin Heads, who defied the league standings to secure a 3-1 victory over the champions. However, the result did little to spoil the celebrations for Strike Force, who have remained the team to beat throughout the winter campaign.
The race for the runner-up spot provided the evening's most significant drama, as second-place Too Legit To Split suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat at the hands of the Sweet Life. The third-place side produced their finest performance of the season when it mattered most, shutting out their rivals to finish the year on a high and solidify their position on the overall podium.
There was further movement in the middle of the pack as fifth-place Secret Weapons maintained their momentum with a professional 3-1 win over the Horseshoe Bay Rollers. The result ensured the Secret Weapons finished comfortably in the top half of the standings, while the Rollers were left to rue missed opportunities in a season of transition.
The most surprising scoreline of the finale came from the bottom half of the table, where ninth-place Butt and Vallis produced a clinical display to shut out fourth-place Who Gives A Split with a 4-0 victory. The clean sweep served as a reminder of the competitive depth within the league, as the basement side dominated one of the division’s most consistent performers.
With seventh-place Spare Parts taking their scheduled bye, the league now enters its summer hiatus. While the individual accolades and final averages are yet to be finalized, the 2025/26 season will be remembered for the dominance of Strike Force, who successfully navigated a challenging field to claim the ultimate prize in Bermudian commercial bowling.
1 Strike Force 816 2 Pin Heads 790 3 Butt & Vallis 788
Team High Handicap Series
1 Butt & Vallis 2306 2 Sweet Life 2265 3 Secret Weapons 2263
Monday, April 06, 2026
Nifty Rollers Maintain Dominance in Week 29 Action
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The Continental Bowling League title race continues to hurtle toward a dramatic conclusion following a high-scoring Week 29 of the 2025/26 season at Warwick Lanes.
League leaders Nifty Rollers showed the clinical form of champions-elect, delivering a comprehensive statement of intent against eighth-place New Hope. The table-toppers dominated from the opening frame to secure a 23-4 victory, ensuring they maintain their healthy cushion at the summit as the campaign enters its final stretch.
However, the second-place Under Dawgs refused to let the leaders pull away, producing an even more dominant display in their match against fifth-place Odd Balls. The Under Dawgs were in relentless form, racking up a 24-3 win to keep the pressure firmly on the Nifty Rollers. The result is a significant blow for the Odd Balls, who saw the gap to the top three widen on a difficult night at the lanes.
In the battle for the remaining podium spots, third-place Astronauts kept their momentum alive with a professional performance against ninth-place Sunset. The Astronauts navigated the encounter with ease, coming away with a 23-4 win to solidify their grip on third. They remain just ahead of the fourth-place Cubs, who matched that scoreline with a 23-4 victory of their own over sixth-place Spicenix.
The week’s action saw seventh-place The Invaders take their scheduled bye, leaving them to watch from the sidelines as the mid-table standings shifted around them. With only a handful of weeks remaining in the season, the focus remains squarely on the top of the table, where the Nifty Rollers and Under Dawgs appear locked in a two-horse race for the 2025/26 championship title.
High Scratch Games
Women
Patrice Tucker 248, Melissa Botelho 224, Lee Ann Landy 186
Men
Dennis Joell 299, LeVinc Samuels 250, Michael Honore 235
LeVinc Samuels 710, Dennis Joell 666, Michael Honore 618
Wednesday, April 01, 2026
High Drama at Warwick Lanes as Mix Ups Topple Unpredictable
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The hierarchy of the Mixed Major Bowling League was shaken this week as a series of high-stakes encounters at Warwick Lanes saw the chasing pack close the gap on the top three.
In the standout result of the round, third-placed Unpredictable suffered a significant setback in their pursuit of the leaders, falling to a resilient Mix Ups side.
The sixth-placed Mix Ups defied the league standings to secure a hard-fought 12.5 - 7.5 victory. The result serves as a blow to Unpredictable’s title ambitions, while providing Mix Ups with a vital points haul as they look to break into the top five.
Further down the lanes, the Thunderbolts consolidated their fourth-place position with a professional display against Movers "N" Shakers. The eighth-placed side struggled to find their rhythm, eventually succumbing to a 13 - 7 defeat that keeps the Thunderbolts firmly in the hunt for a podium spot.
At the sharp end of the table, league leaders Spare Change showed exactly why they remain the team to beat. Facing the seventh-placed Activators, the frontrunners delivered a clinical performance to sweep the series 16 - 4. The dominant victory extends their cushion at the top and puts immense pressure on their nearest rivals.
Second-placed Fight Back ensured the gap at the summit didn't grow too large, producing a powerful display against the Warriors. Despite the Warriors’ fifth-place pedigree, they were unable to live with the precision of the second seeds, who cruised to a 15 - 5 win.
The results leave the league in a fascinating position heading into the final stretch of the season, with the battle for the minor placings becoming as heated as the fight for the championship itself.
