STRUTHERS, Ohio – The No. 19 Bryant University women's bowling kicked off the year this weekend, competing in the Chelsea Gilliam Penguin Classic.
The Bulldogs picked up four nationally ranked wins, including No. 6 Youngstown State, No. 10 Sacred Heart, and two victories over No. 13 Maryville. Bryant finished ninth overall with a 6-7 record for the weekend.
Friday:
- Bryant opened the tournament with a 3-2 record, earning wins over No.13 Maryville, William Smith, and Mercyhurst.
- Madi Damer led the Bulldogs with a 20.29 Baker frame average, followed by Ara Pitts (19.88) and Madison Rondeau (19.63).
- The Black and Gold recorded their highest score of the day which was 1,028 against Mercyhurst.
Saturday:
- The Bulldogs went 1-4 on the day, picking up a nationally ranked win over No.6 Youngstown State, 1,021-970.
- Bryant also had a close matchup against Sacred Heart, falling 1,108-1,074.
- Damer led the team with a total pinfall of 1,062, including a 260 against Sacred Heart.
- Madison Lewis followed with a 1,009 total and a 246 against Sacred Heart.
- Bryant finished qualifying in 10th place heading into Sunday.
Sunday:
- Bryant went 2-1 on the final day and secured ninth place overall with victories over No. 13 Maryville and No. 10 Sacred Heart.
- Damer led the Bulldogs again with a 20.52 Baker frame average followed closely by Lewis with a 20.43 average.
