Midway Lanes hosts pro bowlers for end of summer celebration

VESTAL, N.Y. (WIVT/WBGH) – Local bowlers got the chance to play alongside professionals for some friendly competition, and to learn some tips and tricks.

Midway Lanes in Vestal hosted 20 PBA pro bowlers and local leagues for an end of summer bash.

There were two different sessions, one for kids and the other for adults.

Each pro was paired up with a group of kids, giving advice and demonstrations, plus signing autographs and taking pictures with their fans.

PBA Bowler Kyle Troup says the pros love the event, because they get to have fun, while seeing the future of their sport.

“They want to find out kind of what we like to throw down the lane. Because what works for us works for a lot of other people as well. And then they get a little physical tip, like ‘hey can you watch me throw a shot?’ And I’ll watch. Maybe their feet are a little fast or maybe they’re doing something a little too much with the ball. But little things like that, little lessons. Or, how to stay in the zone. How do I stay focused mentally? How do I handle the pressure?” said Troup.

All of the kids bowling at the event are a part of Midway’s youth bowling program.

Midway Lanes is gearing up for its Fall season. To join a league, or get more information, visit midwaylanes1.com .

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