Service Bulletins

January 27, 2012

Make-A-Wish Kid Receiving Private Lesson from Brunswick Pro Sean Rash

HENDERSON, NV – Sixteen-year-old wish kid Benjamin, an avid bowler who wants to improve his game, will have the opportunity to do just that when on Saturday he meets and receives a private lesson from his favorite professional bowler, Sean Rash, courtesy of the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wyoming.

Prior to meeting Rash, Benjamin, who has brain cancer, will be provided with a private tour of the Strike Zone bowling facilities and have a Brunswick ball customized just for him.

Media are invited to attend the private lesson with Benjamin and Rash; both will be available to talk to the media regarding this special event.

When: Wish experience starts at 5 p.m. on Saturday, January 28 – the private lesson takes place from 6-7 p.m.

Where: Strike Zone at Sunset Station, located at 1301 W. Sunset Road, Henderson

On Sunday, Benjamin and his family also will enjoy VIP seating at the Professional Bowling Association’s Alka Seltzer Plus Liquid Gels USBC Masters tournament, starting at 9:30 a.m.

“I am truly looking forward to this opportunity to meet Benjamin and his family,” said Brunswick Pro Sean Rash. “From what I have heard about Benjamin, he has an incredible passion for life and the sport of bowling. We will have a great time during his private lesson and I am excited he will be a part of the tournament on Sunday.”

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards, a leader within the bowling industry, is working directly with the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Professional Bowlers Association to create this special event for Benjamin.

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January 17, 2012

PBA Bayer Viper Open Finals on ESPN

The Bayer Viper Open is the first of four PBA “animal pattern” championships conducted during the PBA World Series of Bowling at South Point Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas. ESPN will air the finals at 3 p.m. ET (noon PT).

Mike Fagan of Dallas, a two-time PBA Tour champion, will head the field of four for the eliminator-format finals of the Viper Open. Fagan averaged 242.36 for 14 qualifying games to advance to the finals. He’ll bowl against England’s Stuart Williams, Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., and Ildemaro Ruiz of Venezuela for the Viper title.

Eliminator-format finals feature three one-game rounds. All four players bowl the opening game, with the lowest-scoring player after each game being eliminated. Fagan, 31, is a nine-year PBA Tour veteran who won his last title in the 2010 One A Day Dick Weber Open, held at Fountain Bowl. Rash, 28, is a four-time PBA Tour winner who is seeking his first title since the 2007 USBC Masters. Williams and Ruiz are making their second PBA television appearances. Neither has won a PBA Tour title.

The winner of the Bayer Viper Open will earn a berth in the Round of 36 for the end-of-season PBA Tournament of Champions, April 8-15, at Red Rock Lanes in Las Vegas.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

Service Bulletins

January 12, 2012

Sean Rash to Fulfill “Wish” for Young Cancer Victim

Sean Rash will fulfill the “wish” of 16-year-old Benjamin Doyle of Casper, Wyo., providing the young cancer victim with a personal visit and a bowling lesson during the Alka-Seltzer Plus Liquid Gels USBC Masters.

Rash will meet with Doyle, who is suffering from brain cancer, at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 28, at Strike Zone inside Sunset Station Hotel/Casino in Henderson, Nev., in response to a request from the Make A Wish Foundation. Doyle and his family also will be invited to attend the live ESPN coverage of the USBC Masters finals on Sunday at 9:30 a.m. PT as guests of the PBA and USBC.

Service Bulletins

January 02, 2012

Sean Rash Hosts 17th Annual Stars of the Future Youth Tournament

In addition to competing on the PBA Tour and dominating this year’s PBA World Series of Bowling, Brunswick Pro Staffer Sean Rash also hosted the 17th annual “Stars of the Future” youth tournament in his former home state of Alaska.

“I started this event because the only scratch event in Alaska was the Coca-Cola Youth Championships. I wanted young players to have a chance to tune up their game in preparation for Coca-Cola because if you won that tournament, you won an entry into the Coca-Cola National event,” said Rash.

The event has paid out over $24,000 in scholarships since it began and also offers a number of door prizes, including autographed items from select PBA players. This year’s event included 26 Alaskan youth bowlers and a total of $2,600 in scholarships and one paid entry into the North Pointe Junior Gold National Championships were awarded.

Rash added, “Hosting this event in Alaska where I grew up and in the bowling center I started at, Jewel Lake Bowl, means a ton. Although I do not live there anymore, it shows me that Jewel Lake Bowl still cares about our youth and the competitive side of bowling.”

Results
Paid entry into the North Pointe Junior Gold National Championships – Jacque Kaune

1st Place – Jacques Kaune – $950
2nd Place – Cory Wiles – $625
3rd Place – John Robarge – $425
4th Place – Connor Staggs – $300
5th Place – Mason Yamada – $200

Top Female – Mariah Hebbe – $100

Service Bulletins

December 22, 2011

Eight-Year-Old Joins Sean Rash for Ceremonial First Roll

On Sunday, January 1, eight-year-old Dan McCarty rolls out a ceremonial first ball with Brunswick Pro, Sean Rash, on ESPN at 1 p.m. EST from The Professional Bowling Association (PBA) World Championship Johnny Petraglia Division Finals in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Dan’s story is an incredible one – he lives with a disease called osteogenisis imperfecta also known as brittle bone disease. Despite his challenges, he is a remarkable little boy who wants to be an advocate for other children and individuals who live with intellectual or developmental impairments. Dan’s positive spirit and charisma is contagious, this young man has asked to be a vital part of the Las Vegas chapter of Best Buddies to help educate the community about the importance of helping those with disabilities.

“For me, meeting Dan and his family made my play at the World Series of Bowling even more special,” said Rash. “It was very emotional to do the ceremonial roll with Dan to kick off the tournament. Throughout play, I felt his passion as he cheered for me. He was a great fan to have in the crowd and his continued support motivated me to play my best. I am thankful to Brunswick and the PBA who embraced Dan and his family. He is truly an inspiration to us all because of his charismatic personality and determination.”

The history behind Dan McCarty and Sean Rash:
Prior to the WSOB kick-off, Brunswick hosted a photo shoot for all Brunswick players. Brunswick was asked if individuals from Best Buddies could attend, of course Brunswick agreed. During this photo shoot, Dan McCarty and Brunswick Pro, Sean Rash, had an immediate and amazing connection.

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards, a leader within the bowling industry, has worked directly with the Las Vegas Chapter of Best Buddies and the Professional Bowlers Association to create this special event to highlight Dan McCarty.

Best Buddies is a non-profit organization whose mission is to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-on-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information on Best Buddies, please visit their website at www.bestbuddiesnevada.org

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December 19, 2011

Brunswick and DV8 Pros to Host Bowling Camp

Four-time PBA Tour champion Sean Rash has assembled the entire Brunswick and DV8 Pro Staff for a three-day, world-class Brunswick Bowling Camp at Brunswick Zone XL in Romeoville, Ill., July 6-8.

“The idea is to use everyone on our staff – nine exceptional players who do everything the game has ever seen – so we’ll be able to do multiple things throughout the camp,” Rash said. “We have high-rev players, a two-hander, a left-hander, strokers, PBA hall of famers, you name it.”

The Brunswick/DV8 staffers who have joined forces to host the unique camp include PBA Hall of Famers Walter Ray Williams Jr. and Parker Bohn III, high-rev players Rash, Tom Smallwood and Ronnie Russell, two-hander Brian Valenta, left-hander Ryan Ciminelli, and PBA Tour veterans Mike Machuga and Chris Loschetter.

The camp will include three “9 to 5” days of intense instruction and analysis, including videotaping, classroom discussion, hands-on experience with lane conditions, bowling equipment analysis, and discussions on tournament preparations and mental attitudes. The $1,200 tuition fee ($1,300 after March 1) will include four new bowling balls (two Brunswick, two DV8), two shirts, breakfast and lunch each day, a coaching manual, videotaping and tickets to a Chicago White Sox game.

“We’re looking for anyone and everyone, from those who average 120 to players who average 210 and want to learn what it takes to reach the PBA level,” Rash said. “Age doesn’t matter.”

For more information, send Rash an e-mail message at seanrashfan@gmail.com or visit parkerbohn.com.

Service Bulletins

December 19, 2011

Corey Dykstra Named Vice President of Aftermarket and Consumer Products

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards, headquartered in Lake Forest, Ill., today announced that Corey Dykstra has been named vice president of after-market and consumer products. Dykstra, who joined Brunswick in 2004, will also continue to serve as Bowling Products chief financial officer. In his new role Dystra will succeed Nick Stickler, who has served as vice president of after-market and consumer products, since 2007.

“This is a great move for both Brunswick Bowling Products and the Brunswick Corporation, as a whole. Corey’s depth of experience in the bowling business, coupled with his financial expertise, will be instrumental in continuing the tremendous success that Nick Stickler has achieved in the consumer and after-market product business. And, Nick will also be a tremendous asset to the Brunswick Boat Group,” says Brent Perrier, president of Brunswick Bowling Products.

Stickler, who joined Brunswick in 2005, now will be part of the Brunswick Boat Group as the vice president of operations—Ft Wayne Operations for Harris FloteBoat and Cypress Cay. Both Stickler and Dykstra will assume their new roles effective immediately.

Service Bulletins

December 13, 2011

Smallwood Vies for Second Major PBA Title

Tom Smallwood of Saginaw, Mich., who won his only Professional Bowlers Association title in the 2009 PBA World Championship, heads the field of four players who will do battle in the Billy Hardwick Division finals of the PBA World Championship Sunday at 1 p.m. ET in high-definition on ESPN.

The Hardwick Division is the second of four eliminator rounds that will trim the PBA World Championship field of 16 finalists down to four for a Sunday, Jan. 15, battle for the $50,000 first prize, the Earl Anthony Trophy and the PBA Tour’s first major title of the 2011-12 season.

All World Championship competition will be conducted on a pair of lanes specially installed in an exhibit hall at South Point Hotel and Casino.

Smallwood, 34, became an instant hero among America’s blue-collar work force when he defeated former PBA Player of the Year Wes Malott for the 2009 PBA World Championship. Smallwood, who had lost his job with General Motors, had decided to pursue his dream to become a professional bowler and stunned the bowling world with his upset victory in Wichita, Kan. Last season, he won $100,000 as runner-up to Mika Kovuniemi in the PBA Tournament of Champions.

Now Smallwood is back in position to try for another major title as the top qualifier in the Hardwick Division. He earned his place in the Hardwick group as the No. 2 qualifier over 40 games of World Championship qualifying on five different lane conditions, averaging 226.63 to finish 296 pins behind leader Sean Rash. As top qualifier in his group, Smallwood has selected the PBA’s Scorpion lane conditioning pattern for Sunday’s event when he will face Venezuela’s Ildemaro Ruiz, Colombia’s Andres Gomez and 25-year PBA Tour veteran Ryan Shafer of Horseheads, N.Y., in a battle for a berth in the World Championship finals.

Both South American players are trying for their first PBA Tour titles. Ruiz, who is making his PBA television debut, qualified for the elimination rounds in seventh place. Gomez was 10th and Shafer tied for 14th. No international player has ever won the PBA World Championship.

In Sunday’s eliminator round, all four players will bowl a one-game match. The player with the lowest score will be eliminated. The three survivors will bowl another game, with the low man knocked out. The two finalists will bowl a final game, with the survivor advancing to the World Championship finals.

The four World Championship divisional finals have been named for PBA superstars who excelled in the event during their careers. Finland’s Osku Palermaa won the Don Carter Division berth. The Johnny Petraglia and Mike Aulby Division finals, which will air on ESPN on Jan. 1 and Jan. 8, respectively, will complete the divisional elimination rounds. The championship trophy is named in honor of Anthony, the only player ever to win the event six times.

A special preview of the Hardwick Division finals will be webcast on pba.com’s Xtra Frame beginning Wednesday, and a post-game show will be presented on Xtra Frame Sunday immediately following the ESPN finals.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

Service Bulletins

December 12, 2011

Grand Prix New York Revs Up the Action with Spins Bowl Addition

Grand Prix New York, located in Mt. Kisco, NY, is not your typical go-kart place. These cars race at 40 to 50 mph. Drivers must wear helmets and neck collars. The two indoor tracks can be joined to form a half-mile long loop. And since November, GPNY visitors have been able to keep the good times rolling at the new Spins Bowl located under the same huge roof.

Owner Jim Diamond saw an opening to bring bowling to Mt. Kisco, which had no centers then. After attending the Brunswick Showcase in January 2009, he decided to open a hybrid center to appeal to a broader demographic as well as cater to private parties and corporate events with an upscale VIP area.

Brunswick configured 19 lanes to optimize space usage and tie-in closely with the racetracks, bar and Fuel restaurant. There are 12 lanes for everything from recreational to league bowling for all ages; plus a private 7-lane VIP area decked out with leather furniture and exclusive lane-side dining. Topping it all off is an incredible “pin cloud” suspended over the main seating area, made of 670 real bowling pins hanging at different heights from aircraft cables and lit with pulsating LED bulbs.

“Grand Prix New York took an already-popular attraction to a whole new wow-level with Spins Bowl,” commented Brunswick new business consultant Eric Lindfors. “We’re thrilled they choose to go with Brunswick, and I think we did them very proud.”

Service Bulletins

December 12, 2011

Bass Pro Shops on Big-time Roll with Brunswick

Back in 2005, Johnny Morris – the founder of Bass Pro Shops – had a big idea. What if they built venues to play the world’s #1 indoor sport inside America’s favorite outdoors superstores?

Over the next five years, Bass Pro Shops worked closely with Brunswick to turn that vision into a breakthrough reality. Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill debuted inside their new Altoona, IA, location in September 2010 – the first time a major retailer built a bowling center into their stores. “Johnny loves the attractions,” said Brunswick VP of Sales Kurt Harz, noting that Bass Pro Shops was already famous for featuring things like huge indoor fishing ponds and conservation museums. “The more fun they make each store, the farther away customers come from – and the longer they stay,” Harz said. The idea is clearly paying off . The second Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill opened in September 2011 at the new Bass Pro Shops in East Peoria, IL, and a third just last month in the new Harlingen, TX, store.

“Leave it to Bass Pro Shops to pioneer a whole new retail segment,” said Harz. “And leave it to Brunswick to be right there, innovating and partnering with them every step of the way.”

Service Bulletins

December 08, 2011

Brunswick Named Official Lane Provider for 2012 Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards announced today the completion of an agreement with the Bowling Proprietors’ Association of America (BPAA), the bowling industry’s premier trade organization, that will make Brunswick the official sponsor of the lane build for the 2012 Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open in Reno, Nev. This year will mark the first time the tournament will be played outdoors, and Brunswick will be tasked with building the four-lane finals platform in the middle of Virginia Street, in front of the Reno arch.

Brunswick skilled, authorized installation experts will be working around the clock in order to construct the lane structure in just two days. Before the construction of the lanes can begin, the Brunswick crew will first build a platform to provide a flat foundation for the lanes. Brunswick estimates that it will take 500 man-hours to complete the exclusive four lane project which will feature GS® pinsetters, Pro LaneTM synthetic lanes and Max® crown bowling pins.

“As an iconic, industry-leading brand for over 160 years, Brunswick Bowling & Billiards is synonymous with excellence. We could not be more proud to partner with Brunswick, for Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open this year in Reno,” said Steve Johnson, executive director of the BPAA. “Brunswick shares our intense passion for the sport of bowling; we know that their top-line bowling lanes, equipment and supplies will only enhance what will already be a powerful, distinctive and ground-breaking event.”

“As a premier leader within the bowling industry, Brunswick Bowling is extremely proud to partner with the Bowling Proprietors’ Association of America for the prestigious 2012 Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open,” said Brent Perrier, president Brunswick Bowling Products. “We are honored to be chosen as the exclusive supplier of all bowling lanes, pinsetters, and pins for this first-ever, outdoor women’s finals. Throughout this historic event, Brunswick will showcase some of its latest technology in bowling equipment and supplies as the BPAA hosts the world’s finest women bowlers.”

The 2012 Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open will take place beginning June 21 at the National Bowling Stadium, and will culminate with the top five bowlers earning a spot in the finals on June 27, 2012. For a second consecutive year, the Open finals will be broadcast on ESPN’s family of networks. New this year will be the first ever Senior U.S. Women’s Open event that will run simultaneously during the 2012 U.S. Women’s Open event. The 2012 Bowling’s U.S. Women’s Open and Senior Women’s Open are open to all female youth, adult and senior bowlers in the United States and around the world. For additional information and registration details, please visit: www.bowlingsuswomensopen.com.

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November 18, 2011

2011 BJI Design Awards Winners

Brunswick projects earn awards in all categories.

Best New Center Lounge/Restaurant
King Pin, Waldshut-Tiengen, Germany

Best Renovated Center Ancillary Profit Center
Cosmo Bowling, Muenster, Germany

New Center Exterior Award of Excellence Winners
Latitude 30, Jacksonville, FL
IX Bowling, Petersburg, Germany

New Center Interior Award of Excellence Winner
Red Bowl, Bunde, Germany

New Center Lounge/Restaurant Award of Excellence Winner
Seven Ten, Hagerstown, MD

New Center Ancillary Profit Center Award of Excellence Winner
Timeout, Bern, Switzerland

Renovated Center Exterior Award of Excellence Winner
Vero Bowl, Vero Beach, FL

Renovated Center Interior Award of Excellence Winner
Moose Alley, Rangeley, Maine

Renovated Center Lounge/Restaurant Award of Excellence Winner
Wayne Webb’s Columbus Bowl, Columbus, OH

Renovated Center Ancillary Profit Center Award of Excellence Winner
Lucky Jack’s, Traverse City, MI

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November 18, 2011

Eight-Year-Old Rolls Ceremonial Ball at World Series of Bowling on Saturday, November 19

The Professional Bowling Association (PBA) World Series of Bowling (WSOB) is underway in Las Vegas, Nevada. On Saturday, November 19th, eight-year-old Dan McCarty will roll out a ceremonial first ball with Brunswick Pro, Sean Rash, at 3:30 p.m.

Dan’s story is an incredible one – he lives with a disease called osteogenisis imperfecta also known as brittle bone disease. Despite his challenges, he is a remarkable little boy who wants to be an advocate for other children and individuals who live with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Dan’s positive spirit and charisma is contagious, this young man has asked to be a vital part of the Las Vegas chapter of Best Buddies to help educate the community about the importance of helping those with disabilities.

The history behind Dan McCarty and Sean Rash: Prior to the WSOB kick-off, Brunswick hosted a photo shoot for all Brunswick players. Brunswick was asked if individuals from Best Buddies could attend, of course Brunswick agreed. During this photo shoot, Dan McCarty and Brunswick Pro, Sean Rash, had an immediate and amazing connection.

Details for Saturday’s Ceremonial Roll: Dan and his family will enjoy a limousine ride from their home to South Point Hotel and Resort, have VIP access to the Brunswick media lounge and seating, and enjoy dinner at South Point. In addition, Dan will receive a signed photo of him and Sean Rash, an autographed Sean Rash jersey, Brunswick Viz-A-Ball® and have the opportunity to meet Brunswick/DV8 Pro Staff.

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards, a leader within the bowling industry, has worked directly with the Las Vegas Chapter of Best Buddies and the Professional Bowlers Association to create this special event to highlight Dan McCarty.

Best Buddies is a non-profit organization whose mission is to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-on-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information on Best Buddies, please visit their website at www.bestbuddiesnevada.org.

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November 14, 2011

PBA World Championship Finalists Select Patterns for Divisional Finals

An important advantage of finishing among the top four PBA World Championship qualifiers was the right to select the lane condition that will be used for each of the divisional finals Saturday in Exhibition Hall A at South Point Hotel and Casino.

As the top qualifier in the Don Carter Division, England’s Stuart Williams has selected the Viper pattern for the 10:30 a.m. PT finals. His opponents will be Osku Palermaa, Dom Barrett and Jack Jurek.

For the 12:30 p.m. group, Billy Hardwick Division top qualifier Tom Smallwood has selected the Scorpion pattern. Smallwood’s group includes Ildemaro Ruiz, Andres Gomez and Ryan Shafer.

As the overall qualifying leader, Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., has also selected the Scorpion pattern for the Johnny Petraglia Division finals at 3:30 p.m. Rash’s opponents will be Pete Weber, Ryan Ciminelli and Nathan Bohr.

The Mike Aulby Division final will be contested on the Shark pattern at 5:30 p.m., selected by top qualifier Jason Belmonte. His group includes Brian Kretzer, Josh Blanchard and Mike Fagan.

The winner of each division final will advance to the PBA World Championship finals at 8:30 p.m. The highest seeded player in that field will select the lane conditioning pattern for the final round.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
Tel: 206.332.9688 | Fax: 206.332.9722 | bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

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November 13, 2011

Bohn, Aguiar Win PBA West Region Member/Non-Member Doubles Title

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Nov. 13, 2011) – PBA Hall of Famer Parker Bohn III of Jackson, N.J., and amateur partner Alex Aguiar of Dartmouth, Mass., defeated Brian Kretzer of Dayton, Ohio, and amateur Jeff Fehr of Cincinnati, 428-415, to win the PBA West Region Member/Non-Member Doubles title Sunday at South Point Bowling Center.

Bohn fired a 224 and Aguiar a 204 to claim the $4,800 first prize. The victory was Bohn’s 19th in PBA Regional competition. He also has 32 PBA Tour titles, sixth best in PBA history. He and Aguiar upset the top-seeded team of Hyun Bum Kim of South Korea and Mika Koivuniemi of Hartland, Mich., 420-412, in the semifinal round to advance to the title match.

Action resumes in the PBA World Series of Bowling when qualifying begins in the Carmen Salvino Classic Monday morning. After two six-game rounds, the top 16 players will advance to an additional six-game qualifying round Monday evening to determine the top four players for the ESPN TV finals which will be conducted in South Point Exhibition Hall A next Sunday at 3:30 p.m.

All preliminary rounds of competition in the World Series of Bowling are being covered live on Xtra Frame, the PBA’s exclusive online bowling channel. For information on how to subscribe to Xtra Frame, visit pba.com.

PBA WEST REGION MEMBER/NON-MEMBER DOUBLES
South Point Bowling Center, Las Vegas, Nev., Nov. 13

Championship:
a-Alex Aguiar, Dartmouth, Mass./Parker Bohn III, Jackson, N.J., ($4,800) def. a-Jeff Fehr, Cincinnati/Brian Kretzer, Dayton, Ohio ($2,400), 428-415.

Semifinal Round (losers earned $1,600):
Aguiar/Bohn def. a-Hyun Bum Kim, South Korea/Mika Koivuniemi, Hartland, Mich., 420-412.
Fehr/Kretzer def. a-Raul Rosales, El Monte, Calif./Michael Haugen Jr., Cave Creek, Ariz., 525-435.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

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November 11, 2011

Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) Available for Purchase Worldwide

As a leader in the bowling industry, Brunswick Bowling & Billiards debuts the Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) Bowling Balls at the 2011 World Series of Bowling currently taking place in Las Vegas, Nev.. The results have been astounding – three members of the Brunswick pro staff are qualified in the Top 16 within this exclusive tournament.

Today, Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) Bowling Balls are available globally for sale.

Developed in tandem, the Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) are the first balls ever produced using a brand new innovation from Brunswick – “Addaptive” Chemistry. This process blends various performance-enhancing additives to produce any and every ball reaction. The Nexus ƒ(P+F) features a combination of the new Brunswick Projection and Friction additives, resulting in the biggest hooking ball in the Brunswick product line. In contrast, the Nexus ƒ(P) provides more length, a higher entry angle to the pocket and improves motion through the pins.

These balls have been used throughout the World Series of Bowling tournaments. Brunswick pro staff member Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., has currently completed the most impressive five-day run in the three-year history of the Professional Bowlers Association’s World Series of Bowling, earning the top qualifying position for the PBA World Championship and earning an unprecedented fifth consecutive television finals berth.

“I have everything working together right now,” Rash said. “Physically and mentally I’m in the right place and I’ve got great equipment.”

The “Addaptive” Chemistry of the Nexus has fueled success for the Brunswick pro staff throughout the PBA World Series of Bowling. Rash, a 29-year-old four-time PBA Tour champion, averaged 234.03 over 40 games bowled on five different lane conditioning patterns to finish with 9,361 pins. Brunswick pro staff member Tom Smallwood of Saginaw, Michigan, trails Sean by 296 pins for second place. In ninth place is Brunswick pro staff member Ryan Ciminelli of Cheektowaga, N.Y., the only left-handed player to finish in the Top 16.

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards is named the preferred bowling ball brand at PBA Tour pro-am events. To learn more about Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) go to www.BowlwithBrunswick.com/nexus.

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November 11, 2011

Brunswick Begins Construction on PBA WSOB Arena Lane Installation for ESPN Finals

After a day off to rest up and re-focus, competition resumed in the PBA World Series of Bowling Friday at South Park Bowling Center with the combined Carmen Salvino Classic Tour Qualifying Round and All Regions South Point Open.

Also Friday, construction was getting underway on the special television set that will host 14 ESPN telecasts and eight PBA Tour title events over a span of four days next week. For the final tournament days of the World Series of Bowling, Brunswick will build two exclusive bowling lanes within the South Point Hotel and Resort. A Brunswick crew of six individuals will spend five days (November 11-15th) building this high-tech bowling center featuring GS® pinsetters, ball returns, and Pro Lane™ synthetic lanes. The PBA also utilizes Brunswick Direct+ conditioning system lane machines, cleaners, conditioners and cloth and Max® crown bowling pins.

All of the television shows are open to the public at no cost. The schedule includes the men’s and women’s World Bowling Tour Finals presented by the PBA on Thursday, Nov. 17, starting at 5:30 p.m. PT. The Friday, Nov. 18 schedule includes the Bayer Viper Open finals at 1 p.m., Chameleon Open finals at 3 p.m., Scorpion Open finals at 6 p.m. and GEICO Shark Open finals at 8 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 19, is PBA World Championship day with the Don Carter Division finals at 10:30 a.m., Billy Hardwick Division finals at 12:30 p.m., Johnny Petraglia Division finals at 3:30 p.m., Mike Aulby Division finals at 5:30 p.m., and the PBA World Championship finals – featuring winners from each of the four divisions – at 8:30 p.m.

The 2011 PBA World Series of Bowling wraps up on Sunday, Nov. 20, with the Lumber Liquidators Mark Roth-Marshall Holman PBA Doubles preliminary round at 10 a.m., doubles finals at noon, Carmen Salvino Classic finals at 3:30 p.m. and the Pepsi PBA Elite Players Championship at 5:30 p.m.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
Tel: 206.332.9688 | Fax: 206.332.9722 | bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

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November 10, 2011

Sean Rash Off To Unprecedented Start in 2011 PBA World Series of Bowling

Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., is off to an unprecedented start in the third annual PBA World Series of Bowling, finishing third in each of the four qualifying elements to reach the PBA World Championship — the Viper, Chameleon, Scorpion and Shark lane condition championships.

On Wednesday, Rash, a 29-year-old four-time PBA Tour title winner, became the first player to reach five consecutive ESPN finals when he led the field of 204 in PBA World Championship qualifying with a 40-game total of 9,361 pins, averaging 234.03 across the four “animal patterns” plus the eight-game cashers’ round which was conducted on the PBA World Championship pattern.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
Tel: 206.332.9688 | Fax: 206.332.9722 | bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

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November 09, 2011

Rash Leads Field of 53 into PBA World Championship Cashers’ Round

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Nov. 8, 2011) – Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., dominated the first 32 games of the PBA World Series of Bowling and will lead the field of 53 survivors into the cashers’ round of the PBA World Championship, the Professional Bowlers Association’s first major championship of the 2011-12 season, Wednesday at South Point Bowling Center.

Rash, a 29-year-old four-time PBA Tour title winner, averaged 239.81 over four eight-game rounds on the PBA’s Viper, Chameleon, Scorpion and Shark lane conditioning patterns for a total of 7,674 pins and a 314-pin lead over Australia’s Jason Belmonte. Rash, who has already qualified among the top four for the ESPN television finals in the Bayer Viper, Chameleon and Scorpion Open events, ranked second in the Shark field heading into Tuesday night’s final six qualifying games, and needs to remain among the top 16 after Wednesday’s final eight-game round of PBA World Championship qualifying to advance to an unprecedented five consecutive World Series of Bowling telecasts.

Defending PBA World Champion Chris Barnes of Double Oak, Texas, also advanced to the cashers’ round, sitting in 12th place after 32 games.

Following Wednesday morning’s final round, the top qualifier will earn a $5,000 bonus and the top 16 will advance to a series of divisional elimination rounds named in honor of past PBA World Champions Don Carter, Billy Hardwick, Johnny Petraglia and Mike Aulby. In each divisional final, the highest of four seeded player (based on their qualifying totals) will select the lane condition and all four will bowl one game with the lowest-scoring player eliminated. The three surviving players will bowl a second game, again eliminating the low score. The two survivors will then bowl a game to decide who advances to the PBA World Championship finals which will follow the same format.

All five PBA World Championship rounds will be contested on Saturday, Nov. 19, in a special arena lanes setup at South Point. The telecasts will air on ESPN on five consecutive Sundays except Christmas Day (Dec. 11, 18, Jan. 1, 8 and 15) at 1 p.m. ET.

Wednesday’s cashers’ round (and all other World Series preliminaries) will be webcast live on pba.com’s exclusive online bowling channel, Xtra Frame. Special one-day and World Series of Bowling subscription packages are available on pba.com.

First prize in the 2011 PBA World Championship will be $50,000. If reigning PBA Player of the Year Mika Koivuniemi or 13-time PBA Tour titlist Tommy Jones should happen to win the event, the PBA Triple Crown club will have its seventh member.

PBA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
(After 32 games; top 53 advance to cashers’ round)

1, Sean Rash, Montgomery, Ill., 7,674.
2, Jason Belmonte, Australia, 7,360.
3, Ildemaro Ruiz, Venezuela, 7,314.
4, Pete Weber, St. Ann, Mo., 7,300.
5, Stuart Williams, England, 7,246.
6, Osku Palermaa, Finland, 7,213.
7, Ryan Shafer, Horseheads, N.Y., 7,205.
8 (tie), Tom Smallwood, Saginaw, Mich., and Dom Barrett, England, 7,191.
10, Jack Jurek, Lackawanna, N.Y., 7,167.
11, Mike Fagan, Dallas, 7,165.
12, Chris Barnes, Double Oak, Texas, 7,130.
13, Nathan Bohr, Wichita, Kan., 7,107.
14, Mitch Beasley, Clarksville, Tenn., 7,103.
15, Tommy Jones, Simpsonville, S.C., 7,093.
16, Andres Gomez, Colombia, 7,067.
17, Tyler Jensen, Ft. Worth, Texas, 7,066.
18, Kelly Kulick, Union, N.J., 7,063.
19, Brian Kretzer, Dayton, Ohio, 7,060.
20, Josh Blanchard, Gilbert, Ariz., 7,055.
21 (tie), Dan MacLelland, Canada, and Ryan Ciminelli, Cheektowaga, N.Y., 7,039.
23, Kurt Pilon, Warren, Mich., 7,032.
24, Wes Malott, Pflugerville, Texas, 7,024.
25, Lonnie Waliczek, Wichita, Kan., 7,016.
26, Brian Valenta, Lockport, Ill., 7,009.
27, Patrick Allen, Baltimore, 7,008.
28, Rhino Page, Dade City, Fla., 6,976.
29, Lee Vanderhoef, Greenville, S.C., 6,964.
29, Brad Angelo, Lockport, N.Y., 6,964.
31, Bill O’Neill, Southampton, Pa., 6,963.
32, Thomas Larsen, Denmark, 6,953.
33, Norm Duke, Clermont, Fla., 6,948.
34, Dave Wodka, Henderson, Nev., 6,939.
35, Stevie Weber, Chalmette, La., 6,934.
36, Danny Wiseman, Baltimore, 6,929.
37, Scott Norton, Costa Mesa, Calif., 6,925.
38, Mika Koivuniemi, Finland, 6,920.
39, Martin Larsen, Sweden, 6,919.
40, Tom Hess, Urbandale, Iowa, 6,918.
41, Patrick Girard, Canada, 6,914.
42, Kimmo Lehtonen, Finland, 6,907.
43, Walter Ray Williams Jr., Ocala, Fla., 6,903.
44, Jason Sterner, McDonough, Ga., 6,901.
45, David Haynes, Las Vegas, 6,897.
46, Ronnie Russell, Marion, Ind., 6,889.
47, Mike DeVaney, Murrieta, Calif., 6,888.
48 (tie), Matthew O’Grady, South Amboy, N.J., and Amleto Monacelli, Venezuela, 6,885.
50, Dick Allen, Columbia, S.C., 6,867.
51, Hyun Bum Kim, South Korea, 6,862.
52, Dino Castillo, Carrollton, Texas, 6,858.
53, Chris Warren, Grants Pass, Ore., 6,857.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

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November 09, 2011

Rash Takes Third Place in GEICO Shark Open Qualifying

LAS VEGAS (Nov. 8, 2011) – Bowling fans will be seeing a lot of four-time PBA Tour champion Sean Rash on ESPN this season.

Rash continued his unprecedented PBA World Series of Bowling streak Tuesday, qualifying for his fourth consecutive television final at South Point Bowling Center. With his third-place finish in the GEICO Shark Open, the Montgomery, Ill., resident has qualified for the ESPN-televised finals in all four animal pattern tournaments – Bayer Viper Open, Chameleon Open, Scorpion Open and the Shark Open.

Rash finished the tournament with a 3,238 14-game pinfall (231.3 average) and had games of 243, 222, 209, 230, 214 and 247 in Tuesday’s six-game final round to secure his berth in the TV finals.

“I have everything working together right now,” Rash said. “Physically and mentally I’m in the right place and I’ve got great equipment.”

Asked about the challenge of competing on four different conditions over four days, Rash said it’s all in the preparation.

“Every day is a different day and having a game plan for each day really becomes important in the World Series,” he said. “That’s going to help put yourself in a position to win and it has worked great so far.”

Thirteen-time Tour champion and defending PBA World Championship winner Chris Barnes of Double Oak, Texas, led the Shark qualifying and will be making his first World Series television final after posting a 3,297 pinfall total (235.5 average). He had games of 226, 290, 268, 176, 227 and 268 Tuesday night.

“I really haven’t been bowling up to expectations,” Barnes said. “I’ve been way off the pace and need to get out of the block much better. It was important for me to make this show and get some momentum going into the last round of the World Championship.”

Also making the Shark Open finals were Australian two-hander Jason Belmonte, who finished second with a 3,251 pinfall, making his second television final and reigning PBA Player of the Year Mika Koivuniemi of Hartland, Mich., who finished fourth with 3,190 pins to make his first final. The Shark Open finals will be taped by ESPN on Nov. 18 at 8 p.m. PT.

The World Series of Bowling is webcast live on pba.com’s exclusive online bowling channel, Xtra Frame. Special one-day and World Series of Bowling subscription packages are available on pba.com.

PBA GEICO SHARK OPEN
South Point Bowling Center, Las Vegas, Tuesday
(After 14 games; top 4 advance to ESPN finals)

1, Chris Barnes, Double Oak, Texas, 3,297.
2, Jason Belmonte, Australia, 3,251.
3, Sean Rash, Montgomery, Ill., 3,238.
4, Mika Koivuniemi, Finland, 3,190.

Jerry Schneider | PR/Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
jerry.schneider@pba.com | cell: (262) 366-2157

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November 09, 2011

Rash Dominates PBA World Championship Qualifying, Earns Fifth TV Final

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (Nov. 8, 2011) – Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., completed the most impressive five-day run in the three-year history of the Professional Bowlers Association’s World Series of Bowling Wednesday, earning the top qualifying position for the PBA World Championship and earning an unprecedented fifth consecutive television finals berth.

Rash, a 29-year-old four-time PBA Tour champion, averaged 234.03 over 40 games bowled on five different lane conditioning patterns at South Point Bowling Center to finish with 9,361 pins and earn a $5,000 bonus as top qualifier by 296 pins over Tom Smallwood of Saginaw, Mich.

“I’ve got my foot down and going full force,” Rash said. “There are so many great players here, you can’t let up. If you think positive, positive things will happen. You need to avoid the negativity. With this (40-game) format, you have to have that mindset.”

Rash, who qualified for the Bayer Viper, Chameleon, Scorpion and GEICO Shark Open finals the previous four days, is the first player to reach more than three television finals in a World Series. He will be among the 16 players who now advance to a series of four divisional elimination rounds in determining the PBA World Championship winner.

In each divisional final, named in honor of past PBA World Champions Don Carter, Billy Hardwick, Johnny Petraglia and Mike Aulby, four players will bowl one game with the lowest-scoring player eliminated. The three surviving players will bowl a second game, again eliminating the low score. The two survivors will then bowl a game to decide who advances to the PBA World Championship finals which will follow the same format.

All five PBA World Championship rounds will be contested on Saturday, Nov. 19, in a special arena lanes setup at South Point, starting at 10:30 a.m. PT. The telecasts will air on ESPN on five consecutive Sundays except Christmas Day (Dec. 11, 18, Jan. 1, 8 and 15) at 1 p.m. ET.

First prize in the 2011 PBA World Championship is $50,000.

The World Series of Bowling will take a break Thursday. Competition resumes Friday with the All Region South Point Open and Carmen Salvino Classic Tour Qualifying Round, followed by a special PBA West Region Member/Non-Member Doubles event Saturday afternoon and Sunday. Competition for PBA Tour players resumes Monday with Carmen Salvino Classic qualifying rounds.

All preliminary rounds of World Series competition are being webcast live on PBA’s Xtra Frame online bowling channel. To subscribe, visit pba.com and click on the Xtra Frame logo.

PBA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
South Point Bowling Center, Las Vegas, Nov. 8
Final Qualifying Standings (after 40 games; top 16 advance to ESPN finals)

1, Sean Rash, Montgomery, Ill., 9,361.
2, Tom Smallwood, Saginaw, Mich., 9,065.
3, Jason Belmonte, Australia, 9,047.
4, Stuart Williams, England, 9,023.
5, Osku Palermaa, Finland, 8,974.
6, Brian Kretzer, Dayton, Ohio, 8,954.
7, Ildemaro Ruiz, Venezuela, 8,921.
8, Pete Weber, St. Ann, Mo., 8,906.
9, Ryan Ciminelli, Cheektowaga, N.Y., 8,874.
10, Andres Gomez, Colombia, 8,861.
11, Josh Blanchard, Gilbert, Ariz., 8,849.
12, Dom Barrett, England, 8,843.
13, Jack Jurek, Lackawanna, N.Y., 8,838.
14 (tie), Mike Fagan, Dallas, and Ryan Shafer, Horseheads, N.Y., 8,831.
16, Nathan Bohr, Wichita, Kan., 8,825.

Bill Vint | PBA Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
bill.vint@pba.com | cell: 414.339.0404

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November 09, 2011

Nexus Performance Bowling Ball Packs 1 – 2 Punch at WSOB

The “Addaptive” Chemistry of the Nexus has fueled great scores throughout the PBA World Series of Bowling and launched two Brunswick pro staff members to the top of the PBA World Championship leader board. Brunswick pro staff member Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., a 29-year-old four-time PBA Tour champion, averaged 234.03 over 40 games bowled on five different lane conditioning patterns to finish with 9,361 pins. Brunswick pro staff member Tom Smallwood of Saginaw, Mich., slid past Australia’s Jason Belmonte to secure the second place position.

“I have everything working together right now,” Rash said. “Physically and mentally I’m in the right place and I’ve got great equipment.”

Developed in tandem, the Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) are the first balls ever produced using a brand new innovation from Brunswick – “Addaptive” Chemistry. This process blends various performance-enhancing additives to produce any and every ball reaction. The Nexus ƒ(P+F) features a combination of the new Brunswick Projection and Friction additives, resulting in the biggest hooking ball in the Brunswick product line. In contrast, the Nexus ƒ(P) provides more length, a higher entry angle to the pocket and improves motion through the pins.

Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) Bowling Balls are available globally for sale Friday, 11-11-11.

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards is named the preferred bowling ball brand at PBA Tour pro-am events. To learn more about Nexus ƒ(P+F) and Nexus ƒ(P) go to www.BowlwithBrunswick.com/nexus.

PBA WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP
South Point Bowling Center, Las Vegas, Nov. 8

Final Qualifying Standings (after 40 games; top 16 advance to ESPN finals)
1, Sean Rash, Montgomery, Ill., 9,361.
2, Tom Smallwood, Saginaw, Mich., 9,065.
3, Jason Belmonte, Australia, 9,047.
4, Stuart Williams, England, 9,023.
5, Osku Palermaa, Finland, 8,974.
6, Brian Kretzer, Dayton, Ohio, 8,954.
7, Ildemaro Ruiz, Venezuela, 8,921.
8, Pete Weber, St. Ann, Mo., 8,906.
9, Ryan Ciminelli, Cheektowaga, N.Y., 8,874.
10, Andres Gomez, Colombia, 8,861.
11, Josh Blanchard, Gilbert, Ariz., 8,849.
12, Dom Barrett, England, 8,843.
13, Jack Jurek, Lackawanna, N.Y., 8,838.
14 (tie), Mike Fagan, Dallas, and Ryan Shafer, Horseheads, N.Y., 8,831.
16, Nathan Bohr, Wichita, Kan., 8,825.

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November 08, 2011

Rash Earns Third in PBA Scorpion Open Qualifying; Makes Third TV Finals

LAS VEGAS (Nov. 7, 2011) – International players continued to make an impact at the World Series of Bowling as Dom Barrett of England earned top-qualifier honors in the PBA Scorpion Open Monday at the South Point Bowling Center.

Barrett bowled a 3,264 14-game pinfall total (233.1 average) with the help of a 1,453 six-game block on games of 248, 277, 210, 241, 178 and 299 in the final round.

Barrett will be joined by PBA Tour titlist Dave Wodka of Henderson, Nev., four-time Tour titlist Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill. and 13-time Tour winner Patrick Allen of Baltimore in the Scorpion Open ESPN Eliiminator finals which will be taped at 6 p.m. PT on Nov. 18.

Barrett, who currently ranks fifth on the European Bowling Tour points list, won his first PBA title in a regional tournament in Reno last weekend on his way to the World Series.

“I came here to win one of these tournaments,” said Barrett, who is also third in PBA World Championship qualifying. “Winning the regional gave me a lot of confidence. This is going to be my first (PBA) show and I couldn’t be happier.

“The key to my success so far has been taking advantage of every minute of practice time I’ve had since I’ve been here to work on everything from making adjustments to selecting the right ball.”

Rash earned his third straight television final, and fortified his lead after 24 games of PBA World Championship qualifying.

Rash, who has already qualified for the ESPN televised finals of the Bayer Viper Open and Chameleon Open, had a 1,870 eight-game pinfall (233.7 average) in the morning qualifying round.

“Having already made two TV shows helps loosen up your arm swing,” he added. “I’ve bowled well in all three World Series events and the All-In Showdown. All you ever want to do is give yourself a chance to win. If you give yourself enough chances, you’ll win and that’s what I’m trying to do.”

With the conclusion of Monday’s eight-game Scorpion qualifying round, the fourth and final animal pattern is tomorrow’s GEICO Shark Open. After the Shark round, the top 53 players based on 32 games will advance to Wednesday’s eight-game PBA World Championship cashers round. After a total of 40 games, the top 16 players will advance to the ESPN-televised elimination finals in the first PBA major championship of the season.

PBA SCORPION OPEN
South Point Bowling Center, Las Vegas, Monday
(After 14 games; top 4 advance to ESPN finals)
1, Dom Barrett, England, 3,264.
2, Dave Wodka, Henderson, Nev., 3,247.
3, Sean Rash, Montgomery, Ill., 3,217.
4, Patrick Allen, Baltimore, 3,212.

Jerry Schneider | PR/Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
jerry.schneider@pba.com | cell: (262) 366-2157

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November 06, 2011

Rash Finishes Third in PBA Chameleon Open Qualifying

LAS VEGAS (Nov. 6, 2011) – International twin-grip players Jason Belmonte of Australia and Osku Palermaa of Finland took the top two spots after qualifying in the Professional Bowlers Association Chameleon Open Sunday at South Point Bowling Center.

Belmonte and Palermaa, the only players to have won a PBA Tour title using a two-handed delivery, will advance to the Chameleon Open televised finals which will be taped by ESPN at 3 p.m. on Nov. 18.

After 14 games of qualifying in the second tournament of the PBA World Series of Bowling, Belmonte, whose PBA title came in the 2009 Bowling Foundation Long Island Open, led with a 3,308 pinfall total (236.2 average). Palermaa, who won last season’s GEICO Shark Championship, finished second with 3,292.

“I was bowling scared yesterday, like I was afraid to make errors which caused more errors,” said Belmonte of his disappointing 75th place performance in Saturday’s Bayer Viper Open. “I was too cautious and I had to make sure to come out more aggressive today.

“Today was a new day and generally I had more confidence. Any time I got into a lull or I was cruising I just kept reminding myself not to bowl scared—just grab the ball and get it. This is a huge confidence builder for the rest of the tournament.”

Also advancing to the Chameleon TV finals were four-time PBA Tour champion Sean Rash in third, with a 3,267 total, and Ildemaro Ruiz of Venezuela in fourth with 3,183 pins. It will be the second consecutive TV finals for both players who also qualified for the Bayer Viper Open finals.

With Rash and Belmonte in the Chameleon finals, a re-match is possible from their emotional “bottlegate” confrontation during the GEICO PBA Team Shootout in June in Chicago. Both players will also go head-to-head in the World Bowling Tour finals which is also part of the World Series of Bowling lineup.

The Chameleon Open is the second leg in the PBA World Championship. In addition to competing for a spot in the Chameleon Open finals, all World Series of Bowling competitors will bowl two more eight-game qualifying rounds in the PBA’s Scorpion and Shark tournaments over the next two days to qualify for the eight-game PBA World Championship cashers round.

The top 16 players after 40 games will then advance to the World Championship ESPN-taped divisional finals scheduled for Nov. 19 starting at 10:30 a.m.

PBA CHAMELEON OPEN
South Point Bowling Center, Las Vegas, Sunday
(After 14 games; top 4 advance to ESPN finals)

1, Jason Belmonte, Australia, 3,308.
2, Osku Palermaa, Finland, 3,292.
3, Sean Rash, Montgomery, Ill., 3,267.
4, Ildemaro Ruiz, Venezuela, 3,183.

Jerry Schneider | PR/Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104
jerry.schneider@pba.com | cell: (262) 366-2157

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November 05, 2011

Rash Qualifies Third in PBA Bayer Viper Open

LAS VEGAS (Nov. 5, 2011) – Hoping for his third Professional Bowlers Association Tour title, Mike Fagan of Dallas, led an international field of four players Saturday who advanced to the televised finals of the PBA Bayer Viper Open at South Point Lanes.

After 14 games of qualifying in the first tournament of the PBA World Series of Bowling, Fagan had a 3,393 pinfall (242.3 average). In Saturday’s final six-game round he bowled games of 209, 237, 246, 279, 237 and 269.

Fagan finished 90 pins ahead of second-place finisher Stuart Williams of England, who had a 3,303 pinfall. Four-time PBA Tour winner Sean Rash of Montgomery, Ill., finished third with 3,261 and Ildemaro Ruiz of Venezuela rounded out the top four with 3,240.

“I had some momentum coming into the final round and was able to get into cruise control,” said Fagan. “It’s nice to be the tournament leader but you still have to win when it counts on TV.”

Williams, whose previous best Tour finish was sixth in the 2009 PBA Cheetah Championship, felt he could capitalize on the Viper lane condition especially in Saturday’s final qualifying round.

“My goal was to stay steady for the whole round and hope to maybe catch a couple pairs where I could shoot a big game to vault up the standings and that’s pretty much what happened in that round,” said Williams.

The Bayer Viper Open is the opening event of the 2011-12 PBA Tour season, and the first leg in the PBA World Championship. In addition to competing for a spot in the Viper Championship televised finals which will be taped by ESPN at 1 p.m. PT Nov. 18, all World Series of Bowling competitors will bowl three more eight-game qualifying rounds in the PBA’s Chameleon, Scorpion and Shark tournaments over the next three days to qualify for the PBA World Championship cashers round.

The top 16 players after 40 games will then advance to the World Championship ESPN-taped divisional finals scheduled for Nov. 19 starting at 10:30 a.m.

PBA BAYER VIPER OPEN
South Point Bowling Center, Las Vegas, Saturday
(After 14 games; top 4 advance to ESPN finals)

1, Mike Fagan, Dallas, 3,393.
2, Stuart Williams, England, 3,303.
3, Sean Rash, Montgomery, Ill., 3,261.
4, Ildemaro Ruiz, Venezuela, 3,240.

Jerry Schneider | PR/Media Relations
Professional Bowlers Association | 719 Second Avenue, Suite 701 | Seattle, WA 98104| jerry.schneider@pba.com | cell: (262) 366-2157

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November 03, 2011

Judy Soutar Retiring After More Than 50 Years with Brunswick

At the end of the 2012 Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Senior Tour, Judy Soutar will be saying good-bye to her fellow bowlers, proprietors and friends after more than 50 years in bowling.

In her 52 years in the sport, Soutar bowled as a Brunswick pro bowler for 30 years on the Professional Women’s Bowling Association (PWBA) tour. She then extended that to 22 additional years as the Brunswick Senior tour representative, including five years on the PWBA tour. Soutar has plans to contribute her knowledge by continuing to promote the sport of bowling, especially with women and seniors.

In 2010, Soutar celebrated her 50th year with Brunswick, where she was honored during the International Bowl Expo in Las Vegas and presented with a crystal bowling pin, as a token of the company’s appreciation. In front of a crowd of family, friends and fellow bowlers, Soutar thanked Brunswick for allowing her the opportunities and experiences she was able to achieve during her journey. The 50th year celebration with Brunswick was one of her most memorable accomplishments. “Brunswick has given me the opportunity to pursue my career from the age of 16, and has supported me for 50 years,” said Soutar.

“Judy will truly be missed by her Brunswick family,” said Brent Perrier, president Brunswick Bowling Products. “She is a true pioneer for women and senior bowlers, and we can’t thank her enough for the support she has provided Brunswick, our bowlers, and our industry over the years.”

Soutar, Bradenton, Fla., began bowling at the age of four at her father’s bowling center in Kansas City, Mo. Growing up, her father had a big impact as her mentor and teacher on Soutar’s success. He taught her the techniques and mental aspect of bowling until she turned 16 and joined the Professional Women’s Bowlers Association (PWBA) and Brunswick Pro Staff in December 1960. Remembering her early years getting started in the sport, Soutar said she was fortunate because she was both embraced early by her peers and also had Brunswick as her support system.

Soutar has experienced many changes throughout her 50-plus-year bowling career. “When I was on the ladies’ tour in the ‘60s, I would go to tournaments with three balls – one for oily lane conditions, one for dry lane conditions, and a spare ball, “ she said. “Spare shooting was a premium, as it was very difficult to string strikes. I was the high average on the tour with 200 to 202 in the early ’70s, and today, I would have to learn the modern game with equipment, technology, lane surfaces, pins, and the technical support from product specialists,” she said.

Soutar earned more than $190,000 in career earnings, eight national titles, including the Women’s International Bowling Congress (WIBC) Queens, and several awards, including induction into the WIBC (now United States Bowling Congress) Hall of Fame in 1976 for superior performance at the age of 31.

Soutar’s list of other titles and awards includes:
• Highest game series: 787
• Three-time WIBC All American
• Only back-to-back USBC Doubles Champion (with partner Gloria Bouvia) 1969 and 1970
• Kansas City, Mo., Hall of Fame – 1980
• PWBA Hall of Fame – 1987
• Missouri Hall of Fame – 1989
• PWBA Star of Tomorrow – 1973
• Bowler of the Year – 1973 & 1975
• USBC Team and All Events – 1974

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October 26, 2011

Brunswick Signs Walter Ray Williams Jr. to Pro Staff

Hall of Famer and professional bowling all-time leading title winner, Walter Ray Williams, Jr., has joined the Brunswick Pro Staff. Williams joins an elite team of bowlers representing Brunswick on the Professional Bowlers Association Tour (PBA): Parker Bohn III, Ryan Ciminelli, Chris Loschetter, Sean Rash, and Tom Smallwood.

Williams has racked up a total of 85 career PBA 300 games. He has enjoyed many titles so far in his career with 39 standard titles, eight major titles and two senior titles. He holds the highest average of 229.56 in the 2011 senior season. Williams has a long list of career achievements. The most notable was the 2009-10 season where he swept every major statistical category. By winning two titles, that brought him to the record, all-time career titles of 47 and seventh Player of the Year honor. That season also brought Williams’ career earnings threshold to over $4 million, the first and only player to hold that honor. He won at least one PBA Tour title in 17 consecutive seasons (1993 through 2009-10), which is also a record.

Williams, who has been named PBA Player of the Year a record seven times, has been a member of the PBA for more than 30 years and says winning 47 PBA tour titles is the accomplishment he is most proud of.

“It’s nice to be back with Brunswick,” said Williams. “It is also great to know that they have confidence in me to be a part of their team. So far, I’ve bowled very well with all of the Brunswick balls I’ve been using. I have had the highest average in my last 3 PBA tournaments using Brunswick balls and am looking forward to continue great bowling with them.” Williams was a Brunswick Pro Staff member from early 1995 to late December 2000.

“Brunswick is very excited to welcome Walter Ray back to our Pro Staff,” said Nick Stickler, vice president Consumer and After-market products. “We have great line-up of bowlers on Tour, and we look forward to a great season.”

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October 17, 2011

Revenues Heading Up, Up, Up At Latitude 30

With decades of experience in real estate, investment banking and more, Latitudes Global partners Brent Brown and Damon Brush sure know the way to a successful business venture.

Their latest is Latitude 30, a dazzling multi-entertainment complex they opened in Jacksonville, FL in Dec. 2010. Latitude 30 bills itself as “one location, endless possibilities,” offering 20 lanes of boutique bowling plus an upscale restaurant, vibrant dance club & bar, redemption arcade, dine-in HD theater, and Vegas-style comedy/live music theater all under one roof.

Next up is Latitude 39, which closely mirrors the original location’s concept and offerings, now being built in Indianapolis, IN. The blitz is on to open Latitude 39 during the 4th quarter of 2011, in time to get in on the action for Super Bowl XLVI being held in Indy on Feb. 5, 2012. And just for good measure, the group also plans to open Latitude 42 in Pittsburgh, PA in late 2012.

Brunswick is proud to be in on the ground level with these venues. Through our alliance business partner Trifecta Management, we’ve been involved in everything from concept development to construction, as well as being the primary supplier of bowling equipment and furnishings. “Each location presents its own challenges since all three started with existing buildings that have posts or elevations that don’t always make life easy,” noted Eric Lindfors, New Business Consultant for Brunswick Bowling. (The Jacksonville location was formerly a Toys R Us, while the Indy location was a multiplex cinema.) “But we like challenges. And we love working with people like Brent and Damon who are so good at seeing around obstacles to create exciting new businesses,” Lindfors added.

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October 10, 2011

Bowling Vision Named Exclusive Distributor for Brunswick Products

Brunswick Bowling Products and Bowling Vision recently held a showcase and trade show during which the companies provided proprietors, lane technicians and pro shops with the latest information on how to operate a successful business and provide the best bowling conditions and equipment.

The showcase, held in Kettering, United Kingdom, was one of the largest bowling events to take place in the United Kingdom in recent years. More than one hundred participants from every segment of the bowling industry gathered to hear about and see the latest in bowling equipment technology and bowling center best practices.

Brunswick Bowling Products distributor, Bowling Vision, hosted the event and was joined by industry organizations, including bowlers from the British Tenpin Bowling Association (BTBA) and proprietors from the Tenpin Bowling Proprietors Association (TBPA), plus ten other U.K. business partners to form the trade show.

Three separate activities ran throughout the day where proprietors listened how Brunswick Recreation Centers promotes its businesses in the United States, technicians were advised on providing and maintaining consistent lane conditions and pro shops were introduced to the latest Brunswick products and ball fitting techniques.

The culmination of the day’s event was when Brunswick Bowling Products President, Brent Perrier, announced that Bowling Vision would represent all Brunswick Bowling products, including capital equipment. Perrier commented, “Today’s event demonstrates Bowling Vision’s commitment to customer service. Their long-standing industry relations will serve them well in representing the full range of Brunswick products.”

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October 10, 2011

Future Success of Bowling is in the Younger Demographics

The popularity of bowling continues to increase each year, partially due to a younger demographic gravitating to the sport. Students, for example, find bowling a fun and inexpensive form of casual entertainment. However, there is also a growing trend among high school and college students joining competitive bowling. In 2010, a record number of students competed in bowling tournaments.

The United States Bowling Congress (USBC) reports over 50,000 high school and 3,500 college athletes competed in bowling tournaments in 2010.

According to the Bowling Proprietors Association of America (BPAA), the bowling industry’s trade association, as of 2010 high school bowling had seen double-digit growth in five of its last eight seasons, and the number of varsity bowlers has more than doubled within the past decade. In 2010, 47 states recognized bowling on the high school varsity or club level – a drastic increase from 20 states in 2002. During the 2010-2011 bowling season, there was a record number of participants at the varsity level. As a result of the popularity in bowling among students, many colleges now offer bowling scholarships through the NCAA.

“Bowling has become quite popular as a competitive sport among high school and college students, as we have seen trends change drastically to include bowling as a varsity sport. Many bowling centers helped nurture this growth by creating youth-oriented leagues to spark an interest in student bowlers and create a passion for bowling at a young age. This forward-thinking concept created a new generation of bowlers that will continue to impact the popularity of bowling in years to come,” says Gary Smith of Brunswick.

In 2010, the USBC created the Youth Education Services (YES) Fund. YES initially began developing a sports model for bowlers 12 years of age and older. This specially-designed program involves testing team-based competitions, development of training and recruitment programs which targets the younger demographic. “Brunswick is proud to be a part of the YES Fund industry initiative. It is great to see companies make an investment into the future of our industry as we work together to create a more positive experience for our youth bowlers,” states Brian Graham, Brunswick Consumer Products.

Recently, Brunswick Bowling & Billiards announced its support of a new bowling exhibit located in the Iowa Hall of Pride. The exhibit was designed to celebrate notable achievements over the past 100-plus years by high school graduates in Iowa communities. A project of the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), the Iowa Hall of Pride honors past and present Iowa high school students involved in extracurricular activities including athletics, academics, and the arts.

Most recently, Brunswick has offered $50,000 in matching funds to the World Tenpin Bowling Association for youth development worldwide. These funds will be used to help build the next generation of bowlers.

To request more information from the Brunswick Investment Team, please visit www.investinbowling.com or call Londa Klinger at 847-735-4555.

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September 07, 2011

Brunswick Bowling Proud Sponsor of Iowa Hall of Pride

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards is proud to announce its support of a brand new bowling exhibit located in the Iowa Hall of Pride.

The Iowa Hall of Pride was designed to celebrate notable graduates and their achievements in all Iowa communities over the past 100-plus years. A project of the Iowa High School Athletic Association (IHSAA), the Iowa Hall of Pride honors past and present Iowa high school students involved in extracurricular activities including athletics, academics, and the arts.

The bowling exhibit will be unveiled with a ribbon cutting ceremony during the Iowa Bowling Proprietors Association meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 13.

“The new bowling exhibit is a great tribute to the sport of bowling,” said Brent Perrier, president Brunswick Bowling Products and fellow Iowan. “The Hall of Pride strives to provide a good foundation for our youth, while showcasing the accomplishments of sports figures of Iowa. Brunswick is focused on empowering our youth and helping them realize their potential. The Hall of Pride is a great way to showcase values, and Brunswick is proud to support that mission.”

The Iowa Hall of Pride is located in the Iowa Events Center in downtown Des Moines. With countless touch screens and interactive games, each of the Hall’s 26 exhibits tell the stories of Iowa’s rich traditions in education and extracurricular activities. Eight interactive kiosks showcase outstanding alumni, individual and school accomplishments, and outstanding attractions in each of the towns and cities that make up the 403 school districts in Iowa.

The Iowa Hall of Pride is the only one of its kind in the United States. Each year, it is host to more than 35,000 students from across the state of Iowa, who can attend free of charge. The hall hosted 480 school field trips last year, with a total of 81,000 visitors.

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August 24, 2011

Brunswick Equipped Center to Host 2011 Russian Open

The year 2011 marks another important milestone in the development of Russia’s premier bowling tournament, the Russian Open. For the second time in the tournament’s young history the Russian Open will be part of the European Bowling Tour (EBT) calendar and is now moving to a new and exciting location. It is now scheduled as the 15th EBT stop with Satellite status and will be held September 13-18, 2011 at 30-lane, fully Brunswick equipped Cosmik Belaya Dacha bowling center in Moscow, Russia. The Russian Open offers a total prize fund of €25.000 with the top three prizes set at €5.500, €3.800 and €2.500, respectively.

The tournament’s qualifying round starts Tuesday, Sept. 13 with the last squad scheduled for 9 p.m. (21:00) on Saturday, Sept. 17. Qualifying will officially end after the one-game Desperado Squad on Saturday night, slated for 00.30 p.m. An 8-pin handicap for female players will be added to each game, a standard on the European Bowling Tour. A total of 36 players, the top 32 from the overall qualifying standings and the top 4 from the Desperado Squad, will qualify for the finals on Sunday, Sept. 18.

The “Cosmic Belaya Dacha” bowling center, one of the largest bowling facilities in Moscow, will be the new host of the Russian Open. The center opened in December of 2007 and is located in Moscow’s popular shopping mall “Mega Belaya Dacha”. The 30-lane house is fully Brunswick-equipped featuring Anvilane® lanes, the Vector® scoring system and the ever reliable Brunswick GSX ® pinsetters with Brunswick Score King® pins. The tournament organizers rely on the Brunswick Authority22 system to provide excellent and consistent lane conditions for competing bowlers.

The Eurocity hotel (www.eurociti.ru) has been selected as the official tournament hotel. The 3-star house is in close proximity of the “Cosmic Belaya Dacha” bowling center with convenient access to the Moscow Domodedovo international airport. The hotel offers special rates and discounts for Russian Open participants.

The tournament will be covered live at www.bowling.ru, featuring frequent news updates and results posted after each squad. Additionally, bowling fans around the world will be able to follow tournament scores via Brunswick’s online scoring feature, accessible through the above mentioned web-site and at www.cosmik.ru and www.brunswick.ru. Brunswick Bowling is the general partner of the Russian Open tournament. During the tournament Brunswick will organize several seminars and master-classes for bowlers, pro-shop operators and technical staff of bowling centers. For the first time ever in Russia, Brunswick, in cooperation with the Russian Sport Bowling Federation, will offer a seminar entirely devoted to tournament lane conditioning entitled “Technical aspects of tournament lane preparation”.

Additionally, bowlers are welcome to take part in a presentation of the new performance bowling balls from Brunswick. The organizers of the Russian Open and Brunswick Bowling aspire to provide a high standard and fun event for all participating bowlers and visitors. The second edition of the Russian Open, which started as the 1st Pavlovsky Posad Open in 2010, aims to further establish itself on the European bowling circuit and to underline its significance for the European bowling community. Last year bowlers from 8 countries participated in the tournament, with Russia’s Ivan Semenov claiming the top prize. With the new, attractive location and its status as a fixture on the EBT calendar, the Russian Open is certain to attract bowling players from all across Europe and is expected to draw a record number of participants in 2011.

For further information on the tournament and to register for the Russian Open, please visit www.bowling.ru.

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August 09, 2011

Dix-E-Town Lanes Celebrates 50 Years

Dix-E-Town Lanes in Elizabethtown, Ken., celebrated its 50th Anniversary by adding Vector Scoring by Brunswick to its 24 traditional bowling lanes.

The family-owned business first opened its doors in 1961.

Congratulations Dix-E-Town Lanes!

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August 08, 2011

Brunswick Outfits New Indoor Fun Center in the Heart of Outdoors Wonderland

By and large, people come to little Rangeley, Maine (full-time population just north of 1,000), to revel in its abundant outdoor recreations that range from amazing fishing and boating in warmer months to snowmobiling and cross-country skiing in winter. But entrepreneur Nancy Bessey recognized an opportunity to give all these fun-seekers an indoor and nighttime entertainment option to boot. So she sat down with Hank Harris of Brunswick Build-to-Bowl in 2010 to begin planning the area’s newest attraction.

Her Moose Alley bowling and family entertainment center opened in May 2011. The ten-lane center also houses a three-table billiards room with shuffleboard and darts, a prize redemption arcade, a private party room for gatherings of up to 50 people, and an extensive Snack Bar with full bar and specialties including flatbread pizzas and signature sandwiches. Moose Alley offers fun for all ages during the day – something that couldn’t be said for the bar that formerly occupied the space. In the evening, particularly on weekends, Moose Alley transforms into more of an adult nightlife venue with live music and a hopping dance floor every Thursday, Friday and Saturday night.

The center’s interior design features plenty of nods to the region’s great outdoors, with highlights including rich parquet wood flooring, columns of stacked river stone and chandeliers sporting racks of moose antlers. There’s also a spacious indoor open fire pit area surrounded by seating where guests can enjoy food, drink and conversations.

Ms. Bessey hired Brunswick to simplify the building process while retaining complete, single-contact control over the entire project. Brunswick managed the square-footage addition to the existing building, its re-imaging and execution with the architect, contractor, subcontractors and vendors, delivering a turnkey finished project to the owner.

“Since the weather gets wintery early up there, we had to take special measures to proceed with construction and complete the project on time,” said Brunswick’s Hank Harris, vice president of design and construction. For example, the ground was covered with heated, insulated blankets to keep it warm. The roof was installed before the sidewalls. And the concrete floor bases for the bowling lanes were poured after the building was put up. The finished building was outfitted with all new, top-of-the-line Brunswick equipment, from Anvilane™ synthetic lanes to super comfy and attractive living-room-style Striking Line furniture to GS-X™ pinsetters and Vector® Plus scoring/center management system, the industry standards for reliable and full-functioned operations. For good measure, the owner also installed Brunswick Lightworx lane lighting and Pinball Wizard automatic bumper bowling systems, 9-foot Brunswick tournament edition billiards tables, and spectacular Brunswick Lanescape video masking units over each lane.

“This is just a wonderful and beautiful place where I spend most of my time now,” said Bessey. “It’s like a big warm hug that never lets you go. I love it and I’m so grateful to Brunswick and the whole team that made this incredible vision a reality.”

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July 21, 2011

Bass Pro Shops Reels ‘Em In With Amazing Undersea Bowling Experience

Bass Pro Shops has always thought way outside the big-box retail store. Here, you can fish in an indoor pond. Sharpen your bow-hunting skills at archery classes. Even learn GPS orienteering to find your way through Bass Pro Shops sprawling outdoors supercenters, which draw over three million visitors a year each. With the 2010 opening of its store in Altoona, Iowa, Bass Pro Shops took a deep dive into bowling as well.

Uncle Buck’s Fish Bowl & Grill is a “fin-tastic” 12-lane in-store bowling center and theme restaurant. From coral reef painted walls to shark- and alligator-head ball returns, every detail simulates bowling in a giant aquarium. Brunswick worked with Bass Pro Shops to supply the right gear to pull this ambitious concept off, starting with custom Lanescape lanes swimming with deep-sea imagery.

“Bass Pro Shops are visionaries at using attractions to draw people into their stores,” said Brunswick VP of Sales Kurt Harz. Uncle Bucks Fish Bowl has proven so successful that Bass Pro Shops is planning to build these unique centers into future stores, starting with the Peoria, IL and Harlingen, TX stores opening in 2011. It’s all to get more people into the great outdoors…because that’s just how these guys roll.

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July 21, 2011

Virginia’s Largest Entertainment Complex Is Rising Up Near Richmond

Ground broke in June for Uptown Alley, an awesome 38-lane, 55,000 sq.-ft. facility being developed by gas station and convenience store mogul Steven Uphoff and family.

The project, located in Midlothian, VA, is a collective effort of the Brunswick Business Alliance that will handle its architecture, design, capital equipment installation and management.

This hybrid center will house two distinct environments, with family friendly bowling on the ground floor and second-floor bowling designed for adults and group events. A rollicking redemption arcade will share the first floor, with dozens of games appealing to kids of all ages.

Uptown Alley will house two full-service restaurants, and upstairs will also feature four high-tech equipped meeting rooms to host anything from corporate confabs to social club outings. At the complex’s hub will be Uphoff Rotunda – a sumptuous round wooden bar with seating for over 100. Uptown Alley is slated to open in June 2012. “It’s been over four years in the making,” noted Steven Uphoff. “But to deliver this kind of ‘WOW factor’ and provide world-class food, stellar service and entertainment, the extra time in development is worth every penny.”

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July 20, 2011

Brunswick to Provide Arena Lanes for WSOB ESPN Finals

The four-day finals event of the PBA’s World Series of Bowling will be bowled on the arena-style Brunswick lanes. Brunswick Bowling will install four lanes at the South Point Arena and Events Center in Las Vegas in November.

The WSOB will take place Nov. 4 – 20 in Las Vegas and will conclude with a four-day event at the South Point Arena. Be sure to watch the WSOB and Brunswick Pros like Sean Rash and Parker Bohn compete.

For the complete WSOB schedule, visit the PBA website or click here.

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July 13, 2011

Valcke Bowling Services Establishes Exclusive Partnership with FFBSQ

In a press release issued by Valcke Bowling Services, the company announced its partnership with the French Bowling Federation.

With over 30 years of experience, Valcke Bowling Services has always been a keen promoter of bowling as entertainment, but also is an active promoter of bowling as a sport.

As installer & distributor of the American brand Brunswick, but also as the proprietor of different bowling centers, the Valcke family works hard every day to promote ‘Bowling with a capital B”. Furthermore, Valcke is organizer and partner of different international bowling tournaments.

We are then also happy to announce that after several years of partnership with the FFBSQ, the French bowling federation, we have taken our partnership to the next level: Valcke is now the exclusive partner of the FFBSQ.

Next to the financial and material support for the French teams, Valcke will also play a big role in the further growth of the ‘bowling schools’. Here, young bowlers can get trainings and formations from experienced bowlers. Young bowlers also enjoy bowling at a lower price at the participating bowling centers.

This partnership goes hand in hand with the continuing growth of sport bowling in France, which is well-known for its high standard. Valcke Bowling Service & the FFBSQ strive to build a partnership that defends and underlines the importance of bowling as a sport.

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July 06, 2011

Lucky Jack’s Receives Brunswick Center of Excellence Award

Lucky Jack’s of Traverse City, Mich., has parlayed 50 years of success as a traditional bowling center into something much bigger and more lucrative by turning itself into a full-blown family entertainment center. This family-owned business, long known as Timber Lanes with 40 lanes of bowling, recently transformed itself into a first-class hybrid family entertainment center. One lane was removed to build a wall, creating an 8 lane VIP or boutique bowling room, while six lanes were removed to create a fun and exciting redemption arcade. Party rooms, bumper cars, laser tag and a laser maze were also added, and the lounge and billiard area were completely renovated.

Creating Lucky Jack’s was a bold move for owners Dave and Mike Mohrhardt, who are brothers and sons of the original proprietors, along with Mike’s son Chris, who is also a partner. The investment is paying off handsomely as Lucky Jack’s has become a major recreation hub that draws customers from across northern Michigan. Most recently, the center’s impressive transformation has earned it the prestigious Brunswick Center of Excellence Award for 2011.

Each year, Brunswick singles out the Center of Excellence award winner among bowling-based entertainment centers that demonstrate an exemplary blend of cutting-edge planning and design, business-critical general management and operations, effective marketing and sales strategies, and superior customer service. Lucky Jack’s was a clear winner of the award for 2011, thanks to its exceptional performance against all of the Center of Excellence criteria.

This isn’t the first time that Brunswick has held up Lucky Jack’s as an example of excellence, either. The center was recently featured at the Brunswick Showcase held in Portland, Ore. – a forum for proprietors that are considering modernizing their centers to keep up with the changing entertainment appetites of today’s consumers.

Recent years have seen a shift from traditional bowling centers to upscale boutique centers and family entertainment centers that offer a wider range of amusements in one place. Lucky Jack’s exemplifies the family entertainment concept and is reaping the rewards accordingly. With bragging rights to the region’s only bumper cars, largest arcade (including a walk-through redemption store), best laser tag (including the area’s only Laser Maze course), eight billiard tables and the 300 Club – an upscale lounge with private bar, eight bowling lanes and lane-side wait service – Lucky Jack’s truly offers something fun for everyone.

“We’ve had a great working relationship, partnership and friendship with Brunswick for many years,” said Mike Mohrhardt. “When we started planning our project, Brunswick furnished us contact names, pictures, plans and ideas from centers across the United States. Much of the information they furnished us had nothing to do with what they sell, but what was needed to make a successful FEC operation. They were there to help lend their expertise and knowledge of the industry. Their help saved us a lot of time and money in our project.”

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June 20, 2011

Brunswick Rolls Out Major Center Network System Upgrade

Brunswick will debut Version 5 of its industry-leading Vector® Plus center network system at the 2011 International Bowl Expo beginning on June 29. The update will include significant enhancements that help bowling center proprietors improve cash management, simplify in-center marketing and further enhance the entertainment value of the bowling experience. Vector Plus 5 will ship standard to all new Vector Plus customers, and is available as an upgrade for users of previous versions.

“We have paid close attention to our customers’ wish-lists and entertainment trends and have made the industry’s best center management and scoring system even better,” said Brunswick Bowling Products President Brent Perrier. “The centers that have tested Vector Plus 5 are very pleased – both for its improved dollars-and-cents functionality and its increased pizzazz factor. We’re confident the latest version of Vector Plus is going to be a big hit with our customers.”

With Vector Plus 5, Brunswick is introducing a completely redesigned bowler’s on-screen interface that is attractive, bold and cutting edge. The new design aesthetic, combined with uChoose Theme Selection and Media Manager, significantly enhance the entertainment value and marketing capabilities of the scoring system.

uChoose Theme Selection includes new scoring features that will add to the enjoyment of bowling at centers where it is installed. Bowlers can pick a theme at any time during the game and it is instantaneously displayed on the lane’s monitors. Numerous themes are available, including the new kid-pleasing Jungle Jive, Cosmic Crush and BPAA’s Bowlopolis themes.

uChoose Media Manager sports a powerful suite of new tools designed to enhance the creativity and impact of bowling center marketing. With it, owners can easily create commercials and customize almost any aspect of the scoring system using standard file formats – an industry exclusive. This user-friendly system requires no specialized computer-graphics proficiency. Yet it enables centers to create highly professional-looking promotions for their own products, as well as ads they can sell to outside businesses.

Vector Plus 5 also includes significant enhancements to the management system – perfect for centers that desire to maximize control over their system. In addition to new cash controls and management features, centers will have the option of requiring servers, bartenders and other personnel to use employee ID cards to access the system.

Brunswick introduced the first automatic bowling scorers in 1967. The latest version of Vector scoring along with Vector Plus 5 strongly reflect the company’s continuous leadership and ongoing commitment to developing innovative products that set the pace of both the game and the business of bowling.

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April 28, 2011

First Bowl Expo Held in Texas Sponsored by First Name in Bowling

The Bowling Proprietors Association of America (BPAA) has signed industry-kingpin Brunswick as Platinum Sponsor for its 2011 International Bowl Expo. The event, which is the BPAA’s main annual convention and tradeshow, will be held for the first time in Texas, at venues in Grapevine and Arlington from June 25 through July 1.

Additionally, Brunswick has been named Presenting Sponsor of the International Bowl Expo General Session, featuring prominent keynote speaker and legendary NFL Dallas Cowboys quarterback, Roger Staubach. Mr. Staubach will be introduced at the podium by Brunswick Bowling Products President Brent Perrier.

“Brunswick is delighted to be a Platinum and Presenting Sponsor at Bowl Expo again this year. We are deeply committed to doing whatever it takes to promote the advancement of the bowling industry – making the game more enjoyable for participants and more profitable for proprietors,” said Perrier.

During Bowl Expo 2011 Brunswick will also be the Presenting Sponsor for “A Night at the Campus.” Some 1,500 attendees are expected at this event, held at the International Bowling Campus located in Arlington, Texas. The evening’s festivities will include a rollicking outdoor Texas BBQ dinner, tours of the Brunswick equipped International Research & Training Center and the International Bowling Museum & Hall of Fame (all located on the campus), and a two-game Pro-Am Open Tournament featuring bowling pros, including Parker Bohn III, Sean Rash and Johnny Petraglia.

“The International Bowl Expo is our largest and most important gathering of the year. We greatly appreciate Brunswick’s enthusiastic support for this event,” said BPAA Executive Director Steve Johnson. “These are important, exciting times for the bowling industry. We’re seeing a major resurgence in the game’s popularity, as well as a reshaping of the business model. And Brunswick is a major player in these developments.”

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April 14, 2011

Pinstripes “Bowling Bocce Bistro” Concept Featured in IBI Magazine

IBI Magazine recently featured a cover story on Dale Schwartz’s unique concept of fine dining, bowling and bocce, and the entrepreneur’s journey to success.

Click here to read the entire article.

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April 14, 2011

Brunswick Celebrates 50 Years in Europe

Throughout 2011, Brunswick Bowling celebrates its 50th year of continuous presence in Europe. The global bowling leader officially established its European headquarters and the entity, “Brunswick GmbH” on April 25, 1961, in the Frankfurt am Main area, where it continues to operate today. From the beginning, the newly incorporated office has had two operating divisions, one that represents Brunswick bowling product sales and another representing the Brunswick Recreation Centers (BRC) operations. Several other Brunswick offices and facilities began operations throughout Europe in the past 50 years, further strengthening the industry leader’s presence.

Brunswick Bowling Products has been present in the European market for many years before the opening of the manufacturer’s first office in the region, but the opening of the European headquarters marked a milestone in the development of Brunswick as the premier bowling brand in Europe. With a physical presence in the region, and a growing number of employees and business associates all over the continent, Brunswick quickly established itself as a reliable and credible partner in the bowling industry. These European operations allowed Brunswick to realize an even larger number of bowling center projects, including several that helped revolutionize the European bowling industry.

Pictured above left: A blast from the past: Former Brunswick District Manager, Ernst Oster, breaks the ground for the 32-lane Brunswick “US Play” bowling center in Frankfurt, Germany in 1975.

Brunswick’s impressive pioneer work included, among others, the installation of bowling lanes in East Berlin (in the former German Democratic Republic) and Moscow (in the former USSR), in 1975 and 1976, respectively. “The installation of a 16-lane center in the Gorky Park in Moscow turned out to be quite adventurous. There was no building in place, and Brunswick was expected to deliver the bowling equipment together with a big air tent! Ultimately, we found the appropriate tent through a supplier in Finland, and installed the lanes along with the plumbing, kitchen, heating, lighting, electrical installations, etc. Brunswick has always been a solution-oriented, full-line-supplier,” recounted former Brunswick Europe, Middle East, and Africa Service Manager, Günther Levin, with a smile.

Pictured above right: Brunswick’s pioneer work in European bowling included the installation of a 16-lane “center” in Moscow in 1976. The lanes were ultimately placed inside a large air tent and this announcement heralds the opening of the facility.

The move of Brunswick’s pinsetter production to the Szekesfehervar, Hungary, plant in 1998 opened yet another chapter in the company’s successful history in Europe. After a short start-up period, the continuously increasing efficiency of the Szekesfehervar manufacturing site allowed Brunswick to consolidate its entire pinsetter production in Hungary. Today, every Brunswick pinsetter sold anywhere in the world is being assembled in, and shipped, from Hungary. The Hungary facility also serves as the European warranty center and product warehouse, thus providing quick and reliable service and delivery for Brunswick’s clients across Europe.

“The establishment of our European office 50 years ago marked an important milestone in our evolution to a global corporation. We recognized the importance of the European market very early on and made a strong commitment to best serve our European customers. Today, with several Brunswick facilities in the region Brunswick can certainly also be considered a “truly European” company,” said Brent Perrier, President of Brunswick Bowling products.

Milestones in Brunswick’s history in Europe include the following:

1961 – Opening of European Headquarters and establishment of the “Brunswick GmbH” company
1965 – Opening of the 40-lane “Heninger Turm” center in Frankfurt, Germany, one of the first Brunswick owned and operated bowling centers (BRC) in Europe
1975 – Installation of 8 bowling lanes in the Palace of the Republic (Palast der Republik) in East Berlin
1976 – 16-lane bowling center installation in the “Gorky Park”, Moscow, Russia
1984 – Acquisition of the Schmid Group, a leading manufacturer of pinsetters
1989 – Foundation of Brunswick Bowling & Billiards (UK) Limited
1992 – Installation and operation of a 16-lane center in the Barcelona Olympic Village
1998 – Opening of pinsetter plant and start of production in Hungary
2000 – Introduction of the GS® pinsetter series
2009 – Opening of the largest bowling center in Europe – the Brunswick-equipped “Dream Bowl Palace” in Munich (Unterfoehring), Germany – with 52 continuous lanes

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March 30, 2011

Lucky Jack’s FEC in Michigan featured at Brunswick Showcase

Brunswick Bowling would like to thank Lucky Jack’s of Traverse City, Mich., for contributing to the success of the Brunswick Showcase recently held in Portland, Oregon.

The renovation of Timber Lanes to Lucky Jack’s was featured during the showcase and its story and new business philosophy was shared with members of the bowling industry. It provided invaluable insight to other bowling center proprietors and owners who are considering modernizing their center to keep up with today’s entertainment trends.

The renovation of Timber Lanes from a traditional bowling center to Lucky Jack’s, a first-class hybrid/Family Entertainment Center, is a true example of how owners, Dave & Mike Morhardt, recognized the trends and need for change while understanding the importance of specific business models within certain demographics.

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March 25, 2011

BPAA’s Steve Johnson Article Featured on Forbes.com

BPAA Executive Director, Steve Johnson, provides his insight on the bowling industry and how it has evolved over the last 10 years.

Read the article courtesy of Forbes.com.

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March 22, 2011

Watch Live, Online Scoring of Team USA Trials for Pan Am Games

Watch live, online scoring here of Team USA as they try to earn a spot in the Pan American Games. The top two will advance to represent the US in Mexico in October.

Online scoring is provided by Brunswick during the trials March 22 & 23. The trials are being held at the International Training & Research Center in Arlington, Tex.

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March 21, 2011

2011 Brunswick Euro Challenge Delivers Exciting Results

Saint Maximin, FRANCE, March 21, 2011 – The 2011 edition of the Brunswick Euro Challenge (BEC) is in the books and as the fourth stop of the newly launched World Bowling Tour (WBT) and the European Bowling Tour (EBT), it once again underlined the tournament’s position as the leading bowling event in Europe.

The eighth annual BEC attracted almost 400 bowlers from 37 countries including aspiring amateurs, as well as elite bowlers from Asia, Europe and the Americas, all competing for a piece of the total tournament prize fund of €106.000 (approx. U.S. $143.000). In the end, it was Columbia’s Clara Guerrero who defeated Carolyn Dorin-Ballard (USA), 229-204, to take home the top prize of €15.000. Team Malaysia’s Syafiq Ridhwan was ultimately seeded No. 3, with Brunswick Staff Player Mai Ginge Jenssen (DEN) finishing fourth overall.

Jenssen also captured the title of best female player of the tournament. Second best woman was He Kar Yen, Team Malaysia, with Krista Pöllänen (FIN) coming in third. Brunswick European Staff players, Nina Flack (SWE) and Wendy Kok (NL), came in fifth and sixth, respectively.

Over the course of the tournament, fans in the bowling center and those watching live streams on-line, witnessed exciting bowling and superb individual performances. Notable performances included a perfect game scored by Osku Palermaa (FIN) as well as the overall outing of Team Malaysia, which saw five of its eight competing players advance to the finals.

The BEC tournament delivered a new finals format this year where three players advanced to the stepladder final. The 2011 edition was also the first time where two women faced each other in the final match. Because the prize fund was over €100.000, the BEC 2011 became one of only two Platinum status tournaments on the EBT.

The finals were broadcast live on the premier bowling internet platform, Bowlingdigital.com. The stepladder finals will be shown in a one-hour time slot on Eurosport 2 television channel, with the first broadcast scheduled for 22:00 (CET) on April 14, 2011. Eurosport 2 can be viewed in 47 countries and reaches well over 40 million homes.

For the third consecutive year, Brunswick’s on-line scoring once again proved to be an extremely popular source of information for BEC fans around the world. The system recorded over 28.000 visits from bowling enthusiasts following the real-time scores, a 40 percent increase from last year.

As in previous years, the 2011 Brunswick Euro Challenge allowed young bowlers to received valuable bowling lessons during a special coaching clinic under the supervision of the Brunswick coaches and Pros. Instructors included Brunswick lane care specialist, Pat Mitchell, Brunswick marketing director, Brian Graham, and several Brunswick Europe Staff players including Gery Verbruggen (BEL), Nina Flack (SWE), and David Canady (GER).

The tournament was held for the fourth time in the state-of-the-art Plaza Bowling Center in St. Maximin (Paris), France. The Brunswick Euro Challenge is organized by Plaza Saint Maximin with the support of Brunswick exclusive distributor, Valcke Services, and Brunswick Bowling.

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March 02, 2011

Brunswick Customer Event Showcased in RePlay Magazine

George McAuliffe recaps the Brunswick Modernization and New Center Development Showcases recently conducted by Brunswick and held by invitation-only. Noted industry experts spoke to the group on various fields critical to the success of a “Bowling Entertainment Center.”

Presenters included McAuliffe, Bart Burger, BPAA’s VP of Marketing, Bill Kratzenberg, and Brunswick’s own industry experts.

Click to the right to read the full article.

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February 16, 2011

The Future of Bowling in India

The Future of Bowling in India – Blu-O Rhythm & Bowl offers a modern, unique bowling atmosphere & experience.
Read the article in the February issue of IBI to learn how bowling centers in India are on the rise thanks to a joint venture between India’s leading movie theater chain and Thailand’s Major Cineplex.

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February 16, 2011

Second Big Al’s Location is Center Stage

Big Al’s in Beaverton, Ore., was recently featured as Center Stage in International Bowling Industry Magazine.

Click here to see the full feature.

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February 10, 2011

Brunswick Featured in InterGame Magazine

Brunswick provides a complete service to help and support any investor to develop and run their project. From helping with a business plan, demographic consideration, project planning and design, to delivering the best performing bowling equipment, training and installation, Brunswick makes the bowling investment as profitable as possible.

Read more to learn why Brunswick says bowling today is more entertaining and interactive and how centers can achieve higher customer satisfaction.

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January 24, 2011

Bowling Returns to Downtown Toronto in Style

MUSKEGON, Mich., Jan. 24, 2011 – It had been over 30 years since there was bowling of any kind in downtown Toronto. And with a location in Toronto’s entertainment district, the Ballroom is now providing bowling to the locals like they’ve never seen it before.

Once a gold refinery some 100 years ago, and most recently a dance club, the downtown building the Ballroom is located in, is in the heart of the entertainment district near Muchmusic (Canada’s version of MTV) and the homes of the Toronto Bluejays and Toronto Maple Leafs.

The Ballroom is 20,000 square feet of entertainment and spans two floors. The nine Brunswick lanes feature two private boutique-lanes that can be rented for private functions. The bowling lanes also include Vector® Plus center management and scoring system, GS-X™ pinsetters, Pinball Wizard bumper bowling and much more.

The Ballroom’s five owners (Andreas Antoniou, Paul Donato, Warren Needler, Thanos Tripi, and Matty Tsoumaris) – whose backgrounds range from filmmaking to wealth management to running nightclubs and restaurants – invested about $4 million to convert the building. They chose Brunswick because of the company’s ability to provide the most comprehensive package with the best warranty and delivery reputation. Brunswick distributor in Canada, Striker Bowling Solutions, managed the project from the early stages all the way through installation.

The Ballroom also features 52 big-screen HDTVs, seven 12-ft. by 6-ft. projection screens, ping-pong tables, a gastro pub led by a noted Toronto chef, and upscale bars on both floors. Owners saw a big opportunity in downtown Toronto, one where competition wasn’t an issue. “We saw a big void in the market, of a complete entertainment complex where someone could enjoy food, music, entertainment, activities, all under one roof,” said Tsoumaris.

We knew that other world-class cities had these, like London, New York, Los Angeles … Miami,” said Needler. “And Toronto, being a world-class city, was lacking something like this for young professionals to do.”

Service Bulletins

November 09, 2010

BRUNSWICK BOWLING AND PBA EXTEND EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP THROUGH 2013

The best competitive bowlers in the world will continue to use the best bowling equipment during competitive play. Brunswick Bowling & Billiards and the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) have signed a three-year agreement for continued sponsorship of the PBA Tour.

In the agreement, Brunswick maintains its leadership as the exclusive lane maintenance and capital equipment supplier of the PBA. PBA will use Brunswick Authority22® lane machines, cleaners, conditioners and cloth exclusively on the PBA Tour and the PBA Senior Tour. In addition, Brunswick will also furnish the bowling equipment for PBA arena events conducted during the next three seasons, including GS® pinsetters, ball returns, Vector® scoring systems, and Pro Lane™ synthetic lanes. Brunswick will supply Max® crown bowling pins to be used during televised PBA Tour competitions and will be named as the preferred bowling ball brand at PBA Tour pro-am events.

“The PBA is gratified to be able to continue and expand upon the relationship it has had with the world’s leading bowling product companies since the formation of our organization 52 years ago,” said PBA CEO and Commissioner Fred Schreyer. “The enduring nature of our partnership with Brunswick points to the importance of bowling industry leaders working together to serve the best interests of the sport.”

“We are pleased to continue our sponsorship of the PBA Tour,” said Brent Perrier, president Brunswick Bowling Products. “Our long-term relationship with the PBA has demonstrated that both companies are committed to the growth and success of competitive bowling. By continuing to be the choice of equipment for the PBA, Brunswick maintains its industry-leading status to help build the future of the sport.”

Service Bulletins

October 18, 2010

Unique Bowling Venue is Center Stage in Vail

Brunswick recently completed Bol, a new 10-lane bowling center located in an upscale residential complex called, Solaris, in Vail, Colorado.

The Plaza at Solaris is the premier location for entertainment in Vail, offering movie theaters, shopping, restaurants, ice skating, bowling and more.

Bol features a Brunswick-first. Custom, white-marbled wood appearance lane surface that enhances the dramatic appeal of the entire facility.

Bol was recently featured in International Bowling Industry Magazine.

Service Bulletins

October 12, 2010

Small business bill provides incentives for proprietors

Small business bill provides incentives for proprietors to make capital equipment purchases before the end of 2010.

The 2010 Small Business Jobs and Credit Act, recently enacted, provides valuable tax breaks for bowling center proprietors and creates incentives for community banks to lend to small businesses. Read more about why it could be the right time to speed up your capital improvement plan.

Now that the 2010 Small Business Jobs and Credit Act has been put into law, it’s a good time for proprietors to evaluate their capital improvement plan to see if it makes sense to take advantage of tax breaks such as a 50% write-off on equipment purchases before the end of 2010.

Here are the highlights of the legislation.

Enhanced small business expensing (Section 179 expensing). Bowling centers can quickly recover the cost of certain capital expenses by electing to write off the cost of these expenses in the year of acquisition instead of depreciating over time. Before the 2010 Small Business Jobs Act law, taxpayers could expense up to $250,000 of qualifying property-generally, machinery, equipment and certain software-placed in service in tax years beginning in 2010. This annual expensing limit was reduced (but not below zero) by the amount by which the cost of qualifying property placed in service in tax years beginning in 2010 exceeded $800,000 (the investment ceiling). Under the new law, for tax years beginning in 2010 and 2011, the $250,000 limit is increased to $500,000 and the investment ceiling to $2,000,000.

The new law also makes certain real property eligible for expensing. For property placed in service in any tax year beginning in 2010 or 2011, the up-to-$500,000 of property expensed can include up to $250,000 of qualified real property (qualified leasehold improvement property, qualified restaurant property, and qualified retail improvement property).

Extension of 50% bonus first-year depreciation. Bowling centers are allowed to deduct the cost of capital expenditures over time according to depreciation schedules. In previous legislation, Congress allowed businesses to more rapidly deduct capital expenditures of most new tangible personal property, and certain other new property, placed in service in 2008 or 2009 (2010 for certain property), by permitting the first-year write-off of 50% of the cost. The new law extends the first-year 50% write-off to apply to qualifying property placed in service in 2010 (2011 for certain property).

Consult with your tax advisor today to see if the Small Business Jobs Act can help you.

Service Bulletins

September 14, 2010

New Student Unions Build Bowling Centers

MUSKEGON, Mich., Sept. 9, 2010 – Interest in youth bowling and collegiate bowling – not only competitively, but also recreationally – is on the rise. And now, two new separate student unions will offer students bowling to meet this growing interest.

Darton College, Albany, Ga., recently completed its new student union. Deemed a place of entertainment, rest, and relaxation, Darton’s student union has four Brunswick-equipped bowling lanes, including Pro Lane™, Frameworx® furniture, GS-X™ pinsetters and Vector® scoring equipment.

The new student union also features a climbing wall, three racquetball courts, student study lounge areas, interaction areas, a table tennis area, a billiard area, TV and electronic gaming areas.

Additionally, after suffering extensive damage from Hurricane Katrina, Dillard University, New Orleans, La., is rebuilding and transforming its campus, and including a new Student Union and Recreation, Health and Wellness Center. The 55,000-square-foot facility will house a four-lane bowling center, outfitted entirely with Brunswick equipment. The new building will be LEED- (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified and will also will house a movie theatre, retail space and a student common area showcasing artwork of local artists and Dillard University staff and students.

Service Bulletins

August 18, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-10

Brunswick now offers a Rear Display Upgrade Package, part number 47-861048-000, for GS-X pinsetters. This display mounts on the side of the elevator and is being made available to provide for ease of viewing and for use of the functions that are currently available on the Nexgen Box. Included with this letter is a copy of Installation Instructions, part number 47-902101-000, that will be needed for the installation.

Please note that in bowling centers where GS-X pinsetters were installed in the years 2000 to 2003 (Series Number 465 – 510) with Nexgen CPU PCBs, the communication circuit was not enabled. This will prevent correct communication through the I/O PCB to the Rear Display. If the Rear Display unit is installed on pinsetters with this version of the CPU PCB, a “NO COM” error will be displayed on the Rear Display. Before attempting to install this package, you will need to identify if the upgrade is needed.

To identify if a CPU PCB upgrade will be needed, refer to the following steps.

1. Disconnect power to the pinsetter by turning off the main power switch and unplugging the power cord to the Nexgen Box.
2. Locate the CPU PCB board and check if Regulator U39 has a black heat sink attached and is soldered on the board. Refer to Figure 1.
   – If the CPU PCB has the heat sink soldered onto the board, the board will operate as needed and the Rear Display package can be installed.
   - If the CPU board does not have this heat sink, it will need to be modified as it will not communicate with the Rear Display unit.
3. If a heat sink is not present, the CPU PCBs will need to be exchanged with upgraded PCBs. To receive exchange PCBs, contact the Brunswick Electronic Repair Center or an authorized Exchange Depot. Please note that an exchange fee will be charged for each board. You can contact the Electronic Repair Center by calling 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, or sending an e-mail to erc@brunbowl.com to receive a CPU upgrade replacement and current pricing information.

For customers in Europe, Middle East or Africa, you may contact the Exchange Depot in Hungary by dialing 00-36-22-512-917 or by sending an e-mail to erzsebet.nagy@brunbowl.com.

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or Email techsupport@brunbowl.com

Service Bulletins

July 29, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-1

We have received reports that if the power cord is not retrieved properly during reverse travel of the lane machine, it could get caught under the machine and be damaged by the Distance Encoder Sprocket.

A Sprocket Shield Kit has been provided to every A22 customer to reduce the possibility of this damage. The kit contains a pair of shields, 4 plastic rivets and instructions for modifying the Distance Encoder Sprocket. Please be aware that it is still important for the lane machine operator to guide the power cord while the machine is in the reverse direction.

IMPORTANT!: This shield is specifically designed to prevent interaction between the Distance Encoder Sprocket and the power cord. This shield must be installed as soon as possible.

Please install this shield using the Installation Instructions, 14-900215-000. A copy of these instructions is included with this Service Bulletin for your information. During the installation of this kit, it is important that the power cord be inspected for possible damage. Use the list of original equipment replacement parts to replace any items in need of repair or replacement.

• 14-860208-115 – 115 volt power cord assembly
• 14-860208-230 – 230 volt power cord assembly
• 11-617076-001 – Braided sleeving – 54-1/2” long (138.4 cm)
• 11-617077-002 – Heat shrink tubing for 40” (1.106 cm) length inside the braided sleeve
• 11-617079-000 – Heat shrink tubing for 6” (15.2 cm) length to secure the outside of both ends of the braided sleeving
• 14-860225-000 – Sprocket Shield Kit

NOTE: If you have not received this kit, in the U.S.A., contact Brunswick Technical Support and we will make sure one is sent immediately. If outside of the U.S.A., your kit has been sent to our authorized distributor. Contact them to receive this kit as soon as possible.

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or Email techsupport@brunbowl.com

Service Bulletins

July 15, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-9

We are pleased to announce the following information regarding a GS-Series Pinsetter component part improvement.

Based on feedback from our customers and distributors, we have added locations for two set screws on the setting table chain gears. Refer to Figure 1. We are also making the metric key that fits between the shaft and the sprocket, available from our service parts inventory. The previous version of setting table chain gears did not have set screws. This resulted in some issues with stress areas between the sprocket, the key, and the shaft.

The new style of setting table chain gears went into production pinsetters beginning with series 687. The new part number for the setting table chain gear with set screws is 47-075474-009. Additionally, the part number for the newly available metric key is 11-053503-000.

NOTE: All existing inventory of the old part number, 47-075474-004, has been made obsolete and the new number, 47-075474-009, should be referenced when ordering this part.

The new setting table chain gear with set screws is usable in all models of GS-Series pinsetters.

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or Email techsupport@brunbowl.com.

Service Bulletins

June 10, 2010

Third Luxury Cruise Ship to Offer Bowling

MUSKEGON, Mich., June 10, 2010 – Brunswick continues to bring the entertainment of bowling to new venues, helping to expand the interest and participation in the sport well beyond the bowling center. For example, the ultimate luxury vacation – a sea cruise – just got better.

How cool is it to bowl in the middle of the ocean? Because of the huge popularity of bowling on Norwegian Cruise Line’s (NCL), the Norwegian Pearl and Norwegian Gem, NCL’s newest ship will also have bowling. In fact, this new ship will have the most bowling lanes at sea, with a total of six lanes between two different venues on the vessel.

The Norwegian Epic, a third generation Freestyle Cruising ship and, to date the company’s largest and most innovative ship, is set to depart on its maiden voyage in June 2010. Six bowling lanes, complete with Brunswick Anvilane™ synthetic lanes, Vector® scoring systems, GS-X™ pinsetters and Pinball Wizard™ bumper bowling, are included in the many world-class recreational options available onboard for all ages.

Three lanes are included in the Epic’s innovative sports bar and lounge called Bliss Ultra Lounge and Night Club, while three more lanes are available for play as part of the ship’s seven decks of Freestyle Family Fun.

Additionally, Brunswick will be featured as the bowling amusement partner in the in-cabin book for the Norwegian Epic. The commemorative book will be available in the cabins onboard for the enjoyment of the cruise guests sailing during the first year and distributed during the inaugural festivities. The book also will include topics ranging from NCL’s history, concept and construction of the ship, onboard services, shopping and ports of call.

In addition to the most bowling lanes at sea and its world-class entertainment including Blue Man Group, Cirque Dreams™ & Dinner, Legends in Concert, The Second City®, Howl at the Moon and Nickelodeon™ at Sea, the 4,200-passenger Norwegian Epic incorporates many innovations including several new types of accommodations, unique nightlife, and a 33-foot high, 64-foot wide extreme rock climbing wall and the first ever rappelling wall at sea.

Norwegian Epic is currently under construction at STX Europe in France. At 153,000 gross tons, the ship is Norwegian’s largest with 19 decks, spanning 1,068 feet in length and 133 feet in width with a 28.5 foot draft, staffed with approximately 1,730 crew members.

The Norwegian Epic will be christened July 2, in New York, by legendary country singer, Reba McEntire.

Service Bulletins

June 08, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-8

The following information is presented to assist customers with maintaining Brunswick Vector Plus and Vector Center Network Systems (CNS) and keeping the computers free from virus attacks. Please review
the information contained in this bulletin and if further clarification is required, contact Brunswick Technical Support (BTS) at 1-800-YES-BOWL or techsupport@brunbowl.com.

Adding Internet Capabilities to Your Brunswick System

Brunswick Technical Support strongly suggests that the Brunswick Internet Connection Policy be followed when adding internet connectivity to the Vector Plus or Vector System. The policy (current version is available from Brunswick Technical Support) explains how the hardware should be set up and the necessary steps to protect the CNS from virus attacks. Setting up the system in this manner will reduce the need to work with Brunswick Technical Support to get your system operating properly and the possibility of incurring charges for support.

Antivirus Protection
Antivirus software protects the computer against viruses, worms, Trojan horse programs, spy ware and related security threats. Licensed antivirus applications automatically update to immunize the computer
against new computer virus outbreaks coming from the internet or from applications that have been loaded on the computer. If the antivirus application is allowed to expire, it quickly becomes out of date and will no
longer protect the computer from any new viruses or spy ware that can be launched at any time. This can be costly to your business as well as time consuming to correct the damage to the computer files and operating
system.

Many customers purchase or renew their antivirus protection software one year at a time. The Brunswick Technical Support Team recommends that the antivirus program be checked every 4 months to make sure the software license is current.

IMPORTANT!: Make sure the antivirus application version purchased is for the operating system that is currently running on the Brunswick Vector Plus Server or Vector Dator computer. (Examples: Windows 2003 Server, Windows 2000 or Windows 2000 Server etc.)

NOTE: The following software packages have not worked well with Vector Plus:

• Norton Antivirus 2006, 2007 or 2008

The recommended applications all perform well and will help keep the system free from viruses. If additional information is required concerning antivirus protection, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at techsupport@brunbowl.com or call 1-800-YES-BOWL.

Service Bulletins

May 26, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-6

The existing swivel attached to some of the Brunswick chairs is a 60 degree swivel, part number 53-400437-000. The 60 degree swivel will be replaced with the 45 degree swivel, part number 53-860395-000. When inventory of the 60 degree swivel is depleted, it will no longer be available.

NOTE: The 45 degree swivel, part number 53-860395-000 is a direct replacement for the 60 degree swivel, part number 53-400437-000, for all Brunswick chairs.

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or Email techsupport@brunbowl.com

Service Bulletins

May 25, 2010

Brunswick Signs Chris Loschetter to Pro Staff

MUSKEGON, Mich., May 25, 2010 – Brunswick Bowling announced today that Chris Loschetter, is the newest professional bowler to join its Pro Staff.

Loschetter, who joined the Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) in 2003, has 12 career 300 PBA games under his belt. Loschetter has appeared in 114 PBA Tour events, making nine championship round appearances and finishing second four times.

During the 2008-2009 PBA Tour season, Loschetter, of Avon, Ohio, finished second in the Pepsi Viper Championship, and fourth in GoRVing match-play championship. It was also the sixth consecutive season he made at least one TV appearance. He finished second in his first-ever TV appearance during the 2005 Denny’s World Championship. In 2007-08, Loschetter finished eighth in the PBA Tour points.

“I am very excited to be a part of the Brunswick team,” said Loschetter. “Brunswick is, and always has been, the most prestigious name in bowling. It is an honor to represent them.”

Loschetter joins Brunswick Pro Staff members Brad Angelo, Parker Bohn III, Sean Rash, Ronnie Russell, and Tom Smallwood.

Service Bulletins

May 24, 2010

Brunswick Signs Ronnie Russell

MUSKEGON, Mich., May 24, 2010 – Brunswick Bowling & Billiards announced today that professional bowler, Ronnie Russell, has joined its Pro Staff.

Russell, a right-handed bowler who has six career Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) 300 games, is a native of Indianapolis. The 30 year old joined the PBA in 2003.

Among his accomplishments, Russell had three top-ten finishes during the 2008-2009 season of the PBA Tour, including a runner-up finish in the Etonic Marathon Open in Indianapolis. Russell also cashed in 16 of 19 events and made match play nine times. In college, he bowled on the Vincennes (Ind.) University team where he was a first team All American in 2002 and 2003. Additionally, Russell has three PBA regional titles.

“This is great opportunity with the best bowling manufacturer in the world,” said Russell. “I am proud to call myself Brunswick Pro Staff. I am ready to take my career to the next level with Brunswick bowling.”

“Brunswick is excited to welcome Ronnie to our Pro Staff,” said Nick Stickler, vice president Consumer and Aftermarket products. “Ronnie is a great athlete with a passion for the sport, and we look forward to supporting his growth as a professional bowler.”

Russell joins an elite team of bowlers representing Brunswick on the PBA Tour: Parker Bohn III, Sean Rash, Brad Angelo, and most recently, PBA World Champion, Tom Smallwood.

Service Bulletins

May 18, 2010

New Movie Theater Complex Features Brunswick Lanes

The next generation of fun has begun at the brand-new joint venture announced last year between Paragon Entertainment, L.L.C., a Muvico Entertainment, L.L.C., affiliate company, and Splitsville Luxury Lanes and Dinner Lounge. The Muviville Entertainment Complex is now open, offering guests the ultimate in premium entertainment options.

The entertainment center, located south of The Village at Spotsylvania Towne Centre in Fredericksburg, Va., features a 12-screen, all stadium-seated theater with 3,000 seats, including 300 VIP seats, 16 lanes of state-of-the-art Brunswick bowling equipment, 250 dining seats, upscale bars, a dance floor and a full-service kitchen offering signatures dishes from sushi to hand-tossed pizzas. This is the first all-digital, high-definition theater in the state, and includes four 3D screens.

The partnership is combining the boutique-style of bowling entertainment, and signature dining atmosphere Splitsville is known for, with the premium movie-going concept of Muvico Theaters, under a licensing agreement with Paragon Theaters.

“We’re reinventing bowling for America,” says Splitsville co-founder Guy Revelle. ”From bowling and dinner to drinks, music and dancing, Splitsville gives people permission to have fun.” Splitsville currently operates three locations in Florida and Texas, all with Brunswick bowling lanes and equipment.

“People love to bowl, but many don’t enjoy a traditional bowling alley or its offerings beyond the lanes,” explains Splitsville co-founder Mark Gibson. “We believed that a restaurant concept, focused on quality food and beverage and stringent service standards, with the addition of bowling lanes overlaid in a unique fashion, would result in a dramatic entertainment destination.”

“This entertainment complex brings together signature food choices and various forms of entertainment to create the ultimate entertainment destination for kids, families, adults, and corporations to relax and play in an environment of their choice. As the innovators of the premium movie-going concept, this is the next evolution of our strategy to bring a differentiated entertainment experience to our guests. Our partners at Splitsville have a proven strategy for success in food and entertainment, and is the perfect partner for Paragon in creating our vision of the future,” said Paragon Theaters CEO Michael Whalen.

“Brunswick is extremely proud to be a part of this new entertainment facility,” said Brent Perrier, president of Brunswick Bowling Products. “It is so important to keep changing with technology and offer new entertainment options to communities. We strive to provide the best bowling equipment in the world and this venture combines multiple entertainment options for families, kids, adults and corporate events, all under one roof.”

SPLITSVILLE, based in Tampa, Fla., currently operates three locations in Florida and Texas.

Service Bulletins

May 17, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-5

Starting in June 2010, Brunswick will begin offering a 5-day GS pinsetter class.

This new course has been designed to optimize hands-on training and continues our effort to reduce the overall cost of attending product training in Muskegon.

The revised school schedule for the remainder of 2010 is as follows:

*GS Series Pinsetter *
June 7 – 11
July 12 – 16
August 16 – 20
November 1 – 5

Vector Scorer Maintenance
June 14 – 18
July 19 – 23
August 23 – 27
November 8 – 12

These courses are conducted at our Brunswick Training Center, located in Muskegon, Michigan. All courses begin on Monday morning and end Friday afternoon. The tuition for any of the classes is $1,225.

To register, please complete and return the registration form on our website, http://www.brunswickbowling.com/service-support/product-training-calendar.

You can also register via email at schools@brunbowl.com or by phone at 1-800-937-2695.

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick school registrar at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4624, fax 231-725- 4495, or email schools@brunbowl.com

Service Bulletins

May 05, 2010

Largest Entertainment Center in the Ukraine Features Brunswick Lanes

The largest Family Entertainment Center (FEC) in the Ukraine, Entertainment World Cosmix, which is also one of the largest entertainment complexes in the entire territory of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), recently started its operation in the country’s capital, Kiev. The entertainment facility was completed at the end of 2009 and spans more than 5,700 square meters. It offers visitors some of the most popular and modern leisure activities for the entire family to enjoy, making it the trendiest source of entertainment in the region.

“Cosmix” includes a pub, a pizza restaurant, a sushi-bar, a billiards hall and tenpin bowling. The bowling center features 20 Brunswick-equipped lanes with Vector® Scoring and Management System, GS-X™ pinsetters, Anvilane™ synthetic lanes, new Frameworx® furniture and the Authority22® lane maintenance system.

“We are extremely proud to be associated with this great facility. Entertainment World Cosmix sets a new standard for entertainment in the Ukraine and our industry-leading bowling equipment was a natural fit for this state-of-the-art complex. This project marks another milestone for bowling in the CIS and once again, underscores Brunswick’s strong position in the region,” said Brent Perrier, president of Brunswick Bowling Products. In addition to food and beverage, billiards and bowling, the FEC also sports a kids’ play area which spans more than 700 square meters and features redemption games, video games and simulators.

The “Cosmix” project was carried out by the official Brunswick Capital Equipment and accessories distributor in Russia and the CIS countries, BB & B Russia. It is the third project of the entertainment group Maximum, which already operates 10 bowling lanes in Kiev (opened in 2001) and 19 bowling lanes in Dnepropetrovsk (opened in 2006).

With the opening of the Cosmix, Brunswick now has the largest FEC in the Ukraine; the largest European center with 52 Brunswick-equipped lanes, Dream Bowl; and the world’s largest bowling center as confirmed by Guinness World Records™, Inazawa Grand Bowl in Japan, in its portfolio. Inazawa Grand Bowl in Japan has 116 consecutive lanes.

Service Bulletins

April 29, 2010

World Championship Winner, Tom Smallwood, Joins Brunswick Pro Staff

Brunswick Bowling announced today that Tom Smallwood, rookie-bowler and 2009 Professional Bowlers Association World Championship winner, has joined its Pro Staff.

Smallwood, who has three career PBA 300 games, finished the season tenth in points on the PBA Tour. As the fifth earner for the 2009-2010 season, he’s earned more than $100,000. Thanks to his win at the PBA World Championship, Smallwood earned a two-year exemption on the tour and a chance to bowl in the PBA Tournament of Champions in January.

Smallwood’s story has been all over the news media from USA Today to Sports Illustrated to the Los Angeles Times. After a job loss prompted him to enter the PBA Tour Trials in Detroit, he finished third and earned a full-year exemption to bowl. The 32-year-old, right-handed bowler from Saginaw, Mich., went on to qualify to become one of the finalists in the PBA World Championship. Smallwood originally joined the PBA in 2003, and competed in regional tournaments since then.

“Tom will be a great addition to the Brunswick Pro Staff team,” said Nick Stickler, vice president Consumer and Aftermarket products. “We were looking to broaden our team, and with Tom’s talent and personality and the fact that so many fans can relate to him, we are excited to have him represent Brunswick on Tour. Tom is a very good player with a great future.”

“Bowling has always been a big part of my life,” said Smallwood. “I never even dreamed of going from unemployed to World Champion. I look forward to my new partnership with Brunswick and hope to be a great asset for many years to come.”

Smallwood joins Hall of Fame bowler, Parker Bohn III, along with Sean Rash and Brad Angelo, representing Brunswick on the Professional Bowlers Tour.

Service Bulletins

April 12, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-2

There has recently been a change how the Brunswick Vector Plus software, version 2.8.12 controls the Brunswick Samsung LCD monitors.

The Brunswick Vector Plus software, version 2.8.12, eliminates the following:

1. The on screen display from appearing when powering the LCD on/off .
2. The on screen display from appearing when changing to or from score sheet video/global video.
3. The Samsung LCD monitor menu from appearing. This will prevent customers from being able to change the settings on the LCD monitor.

If the Samsung menu is required to make any adjustments of the LCD monitor, enable the “reset” function.

Follow the instructions below to enable the reset function on the Samsung LCD monitor and have the menu appear:

NOTE: Numbers on graphics correspond to step numbers.

1. Press the “OFF” button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
2. Press the “MUTE” button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
3. Press the “1” button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
4. Press the “8” button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
5. Press the “2” button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
6. Press the “POWER” button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
7. After the LCD turns on, a menu appears on the screen. See Figure 2.
8. Scroll down to “RESET.” Refer to Figures 1 & 2.
9. Press the Enter button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.

If the image from the scoring computer does not fit the Samsung LCD screen, enable the “Auto Adjustment” function.

Follow the instructions below to enable the “Auto Adjustment” function on the Samsung LCD screen.

1. Press the “MENU” button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1. A new menu will appear. Refer to Figure 3.
2. Scroll down to the Screen icon. Refer to Figures 1 & 3.
3. Press Enter on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
4. Scroll down to “Auto Adjustment.” Refer to Figures 1 & 3.
5. Press the Enter button on the remote. Refer to Figure 1.
6. The image from the scoring computer should now fit the Brunswick Samsung LCD screen.

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or Email techsupport@brunbowl.com

Service Bulletins

April 12, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-4

We are pleased to announce the release of a more robust mounting system for the Frameworx Tel-E-Foul cover, red lens. The enhanced design secures the lens to the support boss for the foul light cover with a
button head screw. Refer to Figure 1.

This design change will be implemented in all new production going forward. The cover assembly has a new part number, 84-860769-000. This replaces the old part number, 84-860603-000.

This is also available in a kit from service parts. The Brunswick Tel-E-Foul Lens Replacement Kit, part number 84-860770-000, is currently available and includes all the components to replace the lenses on one
cover. Those components are:

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or Email
techsupport@brunbowl.com.

Service Bulletins

April 09, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-1

We have received reports that if the Power Cord is not retrieved properly during reverse travel of the lane machine, the Power Cord could get caught under the machine and be damaged by the Distance Encoder
Sprocket.

A Sprocket Shield Kit is being provided to every A22 customer to reduce the possibility of this damage. The kit contains a pair of shields, 4 plastic rivets and instructions for modifying the Distance Encoder
Sprocket. Please be aware that it is still important for the lane machine operator to guide the power cord while the machine is in the reverse direction.

IMPORTANT!: This shield is specifically designed to prevent interaction between the Distance Encoder Sprocket and the power cord. It is extremely important that this shield be installed as soon as possible.

Please install this shield using the Installation Instructions, 14-900215-000, included with the kit. A copy of these instructions is included with this Service Bulletin for your information. During the installation of this kit, it is important that the power cord be inspected for possible damage. Use the list of original equipment replacement parts to replace any items in need of repair or replacement.

• 14-860208-115 – 115 volt power cord assembly
• 14-860208-230 – 230 volt power cord assembly
• 11-617076-001 – Braided sleeving – 54-1/2” long (138.4 cm)
• 11-617077-002 – Heat shrink tubing for 40” (1.106 cm) length inside the braided sleeve
• 11-617079-000 – Heat shrink tubing for 6” (15.2 cm) length to secure the outside of both ends of the braided sleeving
• 14-860225-000 – Sprocket Shield Kit

If you have questions regarding the information contained in this Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or Email techsupport@brunbowl.com.

Service Bulletins

April 01, 2010

Service Bulletin 10-3

Vector Plus CNS Operation Tips

The following information is presented to our customers with the purpose of assisting them maintain the data integrity and performance of the Vector Plus Center Network System (CNS). Please review the information contained in this bulletin and if further clarification is required, contact Brunswick Technical Support (BTS) at 1-800-YES-BOWL.

Vector Plus Data Backups

The Vector Plus CNS backs up data each day to a predetermined location on the server computer. This location is enabled in the Vector Plus Mechanic application. Typically the backup will be sent to the CD-RW drive on the Server computer. Centers may also purchase portable USB flash drives for backup purposes if desired. In addition to rotating the backup media on a regular (daily) basis, customers should replace the backup media on at least a yearly basis.

The newly purchased media will help to ensure that the center has a reliable backup of all Vector Plus data.

Checking the Backup Files Location

The Vector Plus Server backs up data automatically using the settings configured in the VP Mechanic application. The location of the backup files can be determined by checking the settings in the VP Mechanic application on the “Backup” page.

NOTE: The user must be logged into Windows as an Administrator (owner for example) in order to access this page in the application.

Checking the Backup Time

The Vector Plus server backs up the data at the time specified in the “Scheduler” page of the VP Mechanic application. These settings can be reviewed or changed by accessing the “Scheduler” page of the application
on the Vector Plus server.

NOTE: The user must be logged into Windows as an Administrator (owner for example) in order to access this page in the application.

Verifying the Files Backed Up

Log files are created automatically when the Vector Plus Backup occurs. These log files are located in the C:\CM2\LogFiles directory on the Vector Plus Server computer. The backup log file is named ‘XXXXXXXXVPBackup.log’ where XXXXXXXX = YYYYMMDD. The log file for the current day’s backup can be viewed for information about that day’s backup file.

The illustration above displays information about a backup failure that occurred on March 23, 2010. The problem should be corrected before the next day’s backup if possible.

How Does Vector Plus Do Backups of Data?

The Vector Plus CNS performs a number of processes during the automatic backup. The files are first copied to a directory on the server computer and are then copied to the removable media specified in the VP Mechanic application. There will always be the working directory of the files, a copy of the files on the server, and a copy of the files on the removable storage media (if setup correctly.)

The copied files are located on the server computer in folders that are labeled by the day of the week. The folders are located at C:\VPBackup\. Each day the CNS backup occurs the information is first copied to the
appropriate day of the week folder. These folders contain all the backup information for the Vector Plus system for the specified day. The information is then copied (not removed) to the removable media that has been indicated in the VP Mechanic application.

These folders are overwritten once per week with the new information. The last seven days of backup information will always be located in the C:\VPBackup folder. If it is necessary to recopy the files, standard Windows copy and paste functions may be used to copy the information to an alternate location, such as a removable drive.

What If the CD-RW on the Server Fails?

If the CD-RW drive on the server will no longer copy the files to a CD-RW, Brunswick Technical Support should be contacted as soon as possible to assist with troubleshooting the drive. If the server computer is still within the warranty period, Dell may be enlisted to supply a replacement drive.

If the issue with the drive is unable to be resolved in a quick manner, the center should purchase a jump drive to be used for backups until the CD-RW drive is repaired. The jump drive will be inserted into an available USB port on the server. Windows will automatically recognize the drive and the user can then enable “Removable drive on this computer” in the VP Mechanic application. Only one drive of this type should be inserted in the server at any one time for the backup purpose.

An example is presented below:

The Vector Plus CNS will now copy the backup files, at the time specified on the “Scheduler” page, to the removable drive that has been inserted in the server computer’s USB port.

Additional information is contained in the Vector Plus Management User’s Guide. Please refer to the Appendices Section of that manual for further information on Vector Plus Backups and Scheduling.

If further information is required, please contact:

Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-YES-BOWL or email techsupport@brunbowl.com

Did You Know?

Brunswick trainers are currently conducting training sessions via the Internet. Our highly qualified and experienced trainers can connect to the bowling center’s server computer and provide real-time training at your location.*

This type of training is ideal for staff replacement situations, or just getting “up to speed” on the many product offerings that are available, such as:

• Training for upcoming tournaments or leagues.
• Digital Signage.
• Credit Card processing with Vector Plus.
• Event Host Manager.
• Game Card Interface.
• Mechanic’s System.

Learn to use your software to the fullest potential.

Educate your staff, and better serve your customers.

Lower your support costs and potential downtime.

• Please note that a Hi-Speed Internet connection to the Vector Plus server is required for this type of training.

If you have questions regarding this or any other Service Bulletin, please contact Brunswick Technical Support at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or E-mail techsupport@brunbowl.com

Service Bulletins

March 31, 2010

Record number of visitors watch live online scoring during 2010 Brunswick Euro Challenge

For the second year in a row, Brunswick provided its online scoring service to the Brunswick Euro Challenge (BEC) held earlier this month near Paris. The seventh edition of the tournament was held in March in the state-of-the-art Plaza Bowling Center in St. Maximin (Paris), France, for the third consecutive year.

The online scoring service allowed visitors to the Brunswick Euro Challenge Web site (www.brunswickeurochallenge.com) to watch the tournament action live as it happened.

Impressive statistics related to the success of the online scoring service include:

• More than 21,000 visitors viewed the tournament live
• Almost 5,000 visitors visited the online scoring during the day of the finals
• Visitors originated from more than 60 countries
• The average visitor length was more than 30 minutes
• Every third visitor stayed for more than one hour

During the 2009 BEC, as many as 4,635 visitors viewed the finals live through the online scoring system. The average visitor length that day was a staggering one hour and 17 minutes. Every fifth visitor was from the United States.

The tournament delivered a new standard in European bowling through unprecedented LIVE, pan-European television coverage, and set a record in player participation with 449 registered bowlers. An exciting mix of players from 35 countries, including aspiring amateurs, Europe’s and Asia’s elite bowlers and Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) stars, competed for the crown and a total tournament prize fund of 90.000€ (approx. U.S. $125,000). Ultimately, England’s Rob Thurlby fought his way through the televised stepladder finals to take home his first European Bowling Tour (EBT) title and the top prize of €13.000 (approx. U.S. $18,000).

Service Bulletins

March 24, 2010

Boondocks Fun Center Kaysville Opens Its Doors With Brunswick Bowling Lanes

As the newest addition to the Boondocks family, Boondocks Fun Center Kaysville offers something for everyone; and for the first time, bowling is included among the popular attractions. Lace up your bowling shoes and head to the Brunswick lanes for a fun way to burn a few carefree calories with your family and friends at the new Boondocks Fun Center in Kaysville, Utah.

The new Boondocks Fun Center Kaysville features Brunswick Pro Lane™ synthetic lanes, Lightworx (LED light system that lines the division capping), GS-X™ pinsetters, Striking Line® furniture, Vector® scoring and Vector® Plus front desk management system, and Pinball Wizard automated bumper bowling.

Boondocks Fun Center Kaysville is a 10-acre family entertainment facility, located 20 miles north of Salt Lake City. Inside the walls of its 50,000-square-foot building, people can relax and have fun at a 20-lane bowling area, a video and redemption arcade and prize center, a two-story laser tag arena, a soft-play area for children and a Back Porch Grill Restaurant that serves pizzas, hamburgers, sandwiches, salads and desserts. Boondocks also offer a variety of outdoor attractions that include two elaborate 18-hole miniature golf courses, a bumper boat pond, a four-stall batting cage and two go-kart racetracks.

Boondocks owners Randy Fullmer and Damon Day have a rich history in Family Fun Centers. They began as contractors who built and refined the popular centers featuring outdoor go-karts, miniature golf courses, batting cages and bumper boats. Their experience in developing successful business models for family entertainment has elevated them to well-respected leaders within the industry.

The partnership of Boondocks and Brunswick became a reality when the owners realized the impact the industry leader Brunswick has in the marketplace, coupled with Brunswick’s ability to deliver the expertise and knowledge that allows center owners to capitalize on their investments. From consulting services regarding how Boondocks’ operational model would tie-in with the bowling lanes, to determining the target audience, to pricing, Brunswick provided solutions. After speaking with other FEC owners that partnered with Brunswick and realizing the effect of their state-of-the-art product and consulting services, Fullmer and Day chose Brunswick.

“Our bowling lanes by Brunswick feature comfortable couch seating, large flat panel scoring displays, huge four-lane-wide video screens featuring music videos and sporting events in HD,” said Fullmer. “This investment is part of our ongoing evaluation of our business, finding ways to improve and differentiate us from the competition. Keeping things new and fresh is a large part of this effort. Service and facility upgrades that enhance the guest’s experience, like adding the Brunswick bowling lanes and amenities, are essential to the continued success of this business.”

Service Bulletins

March 18, 2010

BRUNSWICK BOWLING BALLS DOMINATE IN 2010 BRUNSWICK EURO CHALLENGE

The 2010 edition of the Brunswick Euro Challenge (BEC) once again underlined the tournament’s position as the leading bowling event in Europe. The BEC is organized in cooperation with Brunswick Bowling and official Brunswick distributor, Valcke Bowling Service.

The televised final was dominated by players who used the latest performance balls from Brunswick. Rob Thurlby, England, won the tournament using his new Siege™ ball, while runners up Adrian Ang, and Zulmazran Zulkifli, both of Malaysia, used the Wild Impact™ and C•(System)3.5™, respectively. Fourth seed, Ildemaro Ruiz, played the tournament using a mix of balls, including the new Wild Card™ from Brunswick.

The tournament delivered a new standard in European bowling through unprecedented LIVE, pan-European television coverage, and set a record in player participation with 449 registered bowlers. An exciting mix of players from 35 countries, including aspiring amateurs, Europe’s and Asia’s elite bowlers and Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) stars, competed for the crown and a total tournament prize fund of 90.000€ (approx. U.S. $125,000). Ultimately, England’s Rob Thurlby fought his way through the televised stepladder finals to take home his first European Bowling Tour (EBT) title and the top prize of €13.000 (approx. U.S. $18,000).

A total of eight perfect games were scored throughout the tournament with Brunswick Pro Staff player and PBA superstar, Parker Bohn III, collecting the special 300-game pot of 3.100€ (approx. U.S. $4,200). Bohn defeated five opponents who paid the entry fee for the 300-game Pot Play – Kimmo Lehtonen, Mike Fagan, Norm Duke, Bill O’Neill (USA), Fredrik Øhrgaard (DEN) – in an extremely entertaining one-ball-roll-off after the finals.

97 female bowlers took on the lanes of the BEC 2010 providing for very strong competition for the top women’s title and the bonus payout reserved for the top five women. Brunswick European Pro Staff player, Nina Flack (SWE, 9th overall), posted the best qualification result with 1,491 pins over six games and claimed the 1.300€ bonus. Brunswick European Staff bowler, Mai Ginge Jensen (SWE, 11th overall), finished second, while Krista Pöllänen (FIN), came in third. The top five in women’s classification was rounded up by Brunswick Pro Staff star, Carolyn Dorin-Ballard (USA), and Brunswick European Staff bowler, Malin Glendert (SWE).

The spectators in the state-of-the-art, Plaza Bowling Center in St. Maximin (Paris), France, witnessed superb individual performances and impressive scoring throughout the entire tournament. Excellent and consistent lane conditions, provided by the Brunswick Authority22® lane maintenance system, allowed for exciting and competitive bowling, which culminated in a thrilling TV-stepladder-final, featuring players from three continents.

For the first time ever, a European tournament was broadcast LIVE on pan-European TV Eurosport 2, further underscoring Brunswick’s position as the bowling industry leader. Eurosport 2, the new generation sports channel, is shown in 47 countries and reaches well over 40 million homes. Additional to the live coverage, Eurosport has set up an extensive schedule to repeat the program on channels Eurosport 2 and Eurosport Asia/Pacific, ensuring continuing televised presence of the Brunswick Euro Challenge 2010 around the globe. Eurosport Asia/Pacific can be seen in 14 countries including Malaysia, which had two players compete in the television finals.

As in previous editions, the Brunswick Euro Challenge 2010 attracted bowlers, coaches, mechanics, proprietors, investors, and fans from around the globe. A variety of seminars were conducted by Brunswick’s International Marketing Manager, John Prokopec; Lane Maintenance Engineer, Pat Mitchell; and Brunswick’s Pro Shop Expert, Alan Chan. Seminar sessions were supported by Brunswick’s Pro Staff and PBA Tour players, Parker Bohn III and Carolyn Dorin-Ballard, who provided participants with invaluable insight on physical and mental preparation.

Young bowlers received valuable bowling lessons during a special coaching clinic under the supervision of the Brunswick coaches and pros. The training featured valuable coaching tips, combined with a lot of fun on the lanes and ended with an entertaining trick-shot session. While setting a sound bowling foundation or improving the current skills of the youngsters was the main focus, laughter and fun accompanied the entire session providing for an unforgettable afternoon.

The seminar schedule was complemented by sessions aimed at bowling center proprietors, managers and mechanics, and taught lane maintenance, as well as scoring and software solutions. Brunswick experts were on-site, giving valuable tips on how to maximize a bowling center’s efficiency and profits.

Additionally, an invitation-only event titled “The R(E)volution of Bowling” — designed to inform potential and existing bowling center owners about the popularity and excitement of bowling, the state of the bowling industry, the latest trends and effective up-to-date marketing techniques — drew great interest from investors and proprietors and proved extremely successful. Besides receiving valuable information from the industry’s brightest and most experienced minds, the participants had the opportunity to witness Brunswick’s industry leading equipment perform under the extreme circumstances of Europe’s largest bowling event and were able to see the best bowlers in the world in action. Furthermore, the seminar provided the participants with the opportunity to talk with renowned bowling experts; bowling sports federation representatives, and industry greats.

Service Bulletins

March 17, 2010

BRUNSWICK BOWLING NAMED EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR FOR NCAA WOMEN’S BOWLING ALL AMERICA AWARDS

In an effort to help grow the sport of bowling as a National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) sport and promote the importance of athletics to today’s youth, Brunswick Bowling is proud to be the exclusive sponsor of the 2009/2010 NCAA Women’s Bowling All America awards.

Since 2003, NCAA Women’s Bowling has been a sanctioned championship sport. Now in its seventh season, more than 60 Divisions I, II and III institutions sponsor bowling.

The 2010 championship tournament will be held April 6-8 at Brunswick Zone – Carolier in North Brunswick, N.J. Brunswick Pro Staff member and PBA Hall of Famer, Johnny Petraglia, will be on hand to roll out the first ball of the tournament. Petraglia will also present the NTCA First Team All-America, Bowler of the Year, Rookie of the Year and Coach of the Year awards during the NCAA Championship banquet. As the exclusive sponsor, Brunswick Bowling is providing the awards presented by Petraglia. “I am honored to present the awards to the student-athletes on behalf of Brunswick,” said Petraglia.

Awards are bestowed upon deserving individuals by voting members of the National Tenpins Coaches Association (NTCA) after the completion of the 2009-2010 regular season. Additionally, Brunswick will sponsor the All-NTCA Academic Awards for student-athletes who maintain a 3.4 GPA throughout the course of the 2009-2010 academic year. All-NTCA Academic awards will be presented at the end of the spring academic term.

Service Bulletins

March 03, 2010

Andy B’s FEC in Tulsa, Okla., Earns 2009 Center Of Excellence Award From Brunswick

To make your business grow, give your customers what they want – and even more.

That’s exactly what bowling center owner Andy Bartholomy did; and it worked.

Bartholomy started by adding 16 VIB (Very Important Bowler) lanes, to his traditional 40-lane center. He also upgraded his scoring and management system to take advantage of the latest technologies available to bowling centers. Then he turned an old snack bar, party room and storage area into a 60-game arcade and prize redemption room. He added a 16,000-square-foot indoor go-cart arena. He brought in a consulting company to retrain his staff to provide the high level of service required at a family entertainment center. Finally, he hired a food and beverage manager to upgrade the facility’s food offering that would also cater to corporate group events. The transformation was so complete that Bartholomy rebranded his traditional bowling center, River Lanes, to Andy B’s Family Entertainment Center.

To recognize his outstanding efforts, Brunswick Bowling honored Bartholomy and Andy B’s in Tulsa with the 2009 Brunswick Center of Excellence Award. Brunswick singles out the Center of Excellence award recipient each year among bowling-based entertainment centers that demonstrate an exemplary blend of cutting-edge planning and design, business-critical general management and operations, effective marketing and sales strategies, and superior customer service.

“Andy took a step back from his existing traditional bowling center environment and saw that his customers wanted more. He did his research, and the outcome is an exceptional family entertainment center that is the epitome of a Center of Excellence,” said Warren Hardie, president of Brunswick Bowling & Billiards.

Bartholomy, who owns seven traditional bowling centers throughout the Midwest, was inspired to take his business in a new direction after attending several recent Brunswick product showcase seminars. He saw the success and variety of entertainment options at a Brunswick Zone® XL, and decided to create a new experience at Andy B’s that would better appeal to families as well as corporate group events.

Understanding how to meet people’s service expectations in the newly renovated center was essential for success. That’s why Bartholomy, a member of MUBIG (Multi Unit Bowling Information Group), not only upgraded the physical aspects of the center, but also transformed his staff by hiring Trifecta Management Group, a management company that provides innovative concepts and comprehensive management services and solutions to retail entertainment industries. Bartholomy engaged Trifecta to retrain his staff to ensure they were comfortable with the level and type of service required at a family entertainment center.

The positive business results are so significant, that Bartholomy is already working to select the next traditional center in his chain to remodel as the next Andy B’s.

Service Bulletins

February 26, 2010

Eurosport to broadcast the final of the 2010 Brunswick Euro Challenge

Brunswick, the worldwide leader in bowling, has entered into an agreement with Europe’s leading sports entertainment group, Eurosport, to broadcast the final of the Brunswick Euro Challenge (BEC) 2010 tournament live on Eurosport 2 television channel. The live coverage will be the first of its kind for a European bowling tournament, further underscoring Brunswick’s position as the bowling industry leader. The agreement with Eurosport marks another milestone in Brunswick’s quest for the popularization of bowling around the world. Live television coverage of the final on Eurosport 2 is scheduled for Sunday, March 14, 2010, at 17:30-18:30 hrs (5:30- 6:30 p.m.) CET.

Eurosport started operation in 1989 as the first pan-European sports television channel. The network has continuously grown over the past 20 years, and has clearly established itself as the No.1 sports media brand in all of Europe and beyond. In total, Eurosport reaches 116 million homes, with 240 million viewers, across 59 countries in Europe, North Africa and the Middle East and broadcasts in 20 different languages. Launched in 2005, Eurosport 2, the host of the BEC 2010 final, is the new generation sports channel bringing viewers a unique blend of team sports, alternative and new sports, and up-to-the-minute news. The channel is now distributed in 46 countries and reaches over 40 million homes, with broadcasts in 14 languages. Eurosport 2 in High Definition was launched in August 2009. The channel can also be viewed as a live-stream in Eurosport Player, the Web-TV channel of the Eurosport Group, on eurosport.yahoo.com.

“We are extremely happy that Eurosport will air the finals of the Brunswick Euro Challenge 2010 live on their television-platform Eurosport 2. Eurosport clearly recognizes the increasing importance of bowling on the overall sports landscape and the large number of followers this sport enjoys. Brunswick is delighted to help set this bowling industry milestone and to help the great sport of bowling get the media attention it deserves. This pairing of the European sports media leader and the leading bowling event in Europe is a great fit,” said Brunswick Bowling Products President Brent Perrier.

Additional to the live broadcast, Eurosport 2 will air at least two more re-runs in the weeks following the live coverage (exact dated to be determined). Furthermore, Eurosport Asia-Pacific will cover the BEC 2010 final several times on its television-outlet. Eurosport Asia-Pacific offers a comprehensive menu of sports, covering more than 60 sports genres. The channel can be seen in 16 countries in the Asia-Pacific region, including China, Japan, Australia, India and bowling stronghold, Malaysia.

The Brunswick Euro Challenge started in 2004 and has quickly established itself as one of the largest bowling events in all of Europe. The 7th edition of the tournament will be played March 5 – 14 in the state-of-the-art Plaza Bowling Center in St. Maximin (Paris), France, for the third consecutive year. The first four editions of the tournament, from 2004 to 2007, were played in Thessaloniki, Greece. Every year the BEC draws players from all over the world providing a very interesting mix of promising amateur players, Europe’s top performers, and Professional Bowlers Association stars. Player registration is currently on record pace with 475 bowlers from 36 countries signed up to compete for the BEC 2010 title and the €13,000 top prize. The total prize fund is set at €90,000. The BEC 2010 is the fifth stop of the European Bowling Tour 2010.

The Brunswick Euro Challenge offers a complete schedule of events. The tournament organizers put together “European Brunswick Bowling Week,” consisting of exciting seminars and training sessions for bowlers, coaches, bowling proprietors as well as center managers and mechanics. A special youth clinic for junior players, with international bowling stars training the young hopefuls, is also part of the event schedule.

The Brunswick Euro Challenge is organized by Brunswick Bowling and Valcke Bowling Service, the official Brunswick product distributor in France, Belgium and the Netherlands. For detailed information on the tournament and the seminar schedule please go to www.brunswickeurochallenge.com.

Service Bulletins

February 24, 2010

Frank Entertainment to Build Two New Family Entertainment Centers with Brunswick Equipment

Brunswick Bowling is excited to announce its ongoing relationship with Frank Entertainment, one of the world’s oldest and most respected theatre and entertainment companies. Frank Entertainment, who currently owns and operates 231 screens on the East Coast, will be developing two new bowling and entertainment centers and furnishing those centers with state-of-the-art bowling equipment from Brunswick.

Frank Entertainment, a company that has provided family fun for over 100 years, will build a 50,000-square-foot family entertainment center (FEC) joining the 700,000-square-foot, high-traffic area of Magnolia Park Town Center, located in Greenville, S.C. Magnolia Park is anchored by a 20-screen cinema and top retail stores including Bed Bath & Beyond, Old Navy and Costco. The new entertainment facility, SUPERPLAY USA, will feature 34 lanes of bowling with Brunswick Pro Lane, state-of-the-art furniture from the Brunswick Collection, GS-X™ pinsetters, Vector® scoring systems and much more. The FEC will include laser tag, an interactive game room, sports bar, martini bar, party rooms and a billiards room.

Frank Entertainment has owned, operated, developed and managed over 150 entertainment venues since 1906, in addition to numerous shopping centers, restaurants, nightclubs and hotels. Plans are currently in the works for a second new family entertainment center that will also feature Brunswick bowling equipment, in Horsham, Penn., with 30 bowling lanes, laser tag and other attractions, for the entire family to enjoy.

SUPERPLAY USA, a 70,000-square-foot facility, located in Port St. Lucie, Fla., was the flagship Frank Family Entertainment Center and opened its doors in March 2006. SUPERPLAY USA includes 48 lanes of Brunswick bowling equipment along with indoor miniature golf, laser tag, batting cages, arcade, redemption center, and more.

For more information on SUPERPLAY, visit www.superplayusa.com.

Service Bulletins

January 11, 2010

Largest European Bowling Center Opens Doors in Munich, Germany

Less than six months after the groundbreaking ceremony hundreds of invited guests came out to witness the historic opening of what is now considered to be the largest bowling center in Europe, the Dream-Bowl Palace in Munich (Unterföhring), Germany. This state-of-the-art facility, which spans over three floors and a total of approximately 8,000 square meters, features 52 continuous and fully Brunswick-equipped lanes, including an eight-lane boutique area that can be closed off with a movable wall.

All bowling lanes are located on the first floor and incorporate the most modern of Brunswick’s equipment, including Vector® Plus scoring and management system, GS-X™ pinsetters, Frameworx® and Striking Line® furniture and Pro Lane™ synthetic lanes. Also on the first floor, visitors will find a bar and bistro as well as a lounge area. The orient-themed bowling center features a restaurant, conference rooms and billiards tables on the second floor, which also offers a great view over all bowling lanes. An indoor mini-golf course and a bowling pro shop can be found on the third level. An air conditioning and humidity control system offers consistent bowling conditions and provides comfort for all visitors. Visitors to the bowling center can park in the 220-vehicle garage, and enter the venue through an impressive glass front spanning over all three levels.

During his opening ceremony speech, the Dream-Bowl Palace owner and managing director, Werner Knöbl, reiterated his desire to help promote the sport of bowling in Germany and all of Europe and citing this reason as one of the driving forces behind this €18-million project. He also confirmed that the center will host the 2010 Men’s World Championships in bowling as well as several other high-profile events in the coming years. Media representatives, local politicians, bowling officials and other dignitaries in attendance then saw Knöbl throw the first ball to officially open the lanes. After a round of show-bowling, headlined by Brunswick European Pro Staff player David Canady, all guests were able to test the new lanes as bowling continued well into the night. Later, it was confirmed that all 52 lanes were booked for the first night of open bowling.

The project was carried out by the official Brunswick Capital Equipment distributor in Germany “Hoops the Bowling Company”. Owner Jan-Oliver Hoops was happy to see the center go up in record time. “The timing was very tight, but the hard work of the last months has really paid off. The Dream-Bowl Palace introduces a new approach to the German market as it combines bowling with other family entertainment as well as with business facilities. It’s exciting to be part of such an innovative facility,” said Hoops. Brunswick Bowling Products President, Brent Perrier, has been monitoring the project’s development closely, and is also thrilled to see it completed. “Brunswick Bowling Products is honored and proud to have completed Dream-Bowl Palace with Hoops. We are thrilled to be an integral part of providing a top-of-the-line entertainment facility to the people of Germany.”

With the opening of the Dream-Bowl Palace, Brunswick now has the largest European center as well as the world’s largest bowling center in its portfolio. Guinness World Records™ has recently confirmed the Inazawa Grand Bowl in Japan as the world’s largest bowling center, with 116 consecutive lanes.

Service Bulletins

October 14, 2009

Brunswick Pro Bowling now available for download exclusively to Apple iPhone and iTouch users

Crave Entertainment, the full-service publishing and distribution division of FillpointSVG, one of the videogame industry’s leading providers of online distribution, fulfillment, and e-commerce services for national retailers, today announced Brunswick Pro Bowling is now available for download exclusively to Apple iPhone and iTouch users. The only iPhone and iTouch bowling game licensed by industry leader Brunswick, Brunswick Pro Bowling features real pin and ball physics including changing oil patterns and lane conditions, as well as customization options ranging from character to ball to music selections all for —$4.99.

“Brunswick Pro Bowling is the definitive bowling experience for iPhone and iTouch users featuring the high quality bowling balls, equipment and bowling centers Brunswick has built its reputation on,” said Betsi Gijanto, executive vice president, Crave Entertainment. “In addition, we created a gameplay experience that captures the control, physics, customization and rewards systems that real bowlers can appreciate.”

Brunswick Pro Bowling is designed for avid bowlers and casual game players alike, whether the player wishes to gain mastery over the real time changing oil patterns and lane conditions during a four-player tournament or just kill some time with a fast round in Quick Play Mode. Customization features include character, name, location, balls, left/right hand, as well as the option of selecting music tracks from the player’s own iTunes library. With five unique locations, several camera angles, the vertical or horizontal mode options, Wall of Fame scoreboard and several KUDOS animations, Brunswick Pro Bowling offers an unprecedented amount of bowling options.

For more information about Brunswick Pro Bowling and to download the game, please visit www.cravegames.com/games/Brunswick_Bowling.

Service Bulletins

October 08, 2009

Brunswick Named Capital Equipment Supplier for USBC Women’s Championship

Brunswick Bowling & Billiards and the United States Bowling Congress (USBC) have established a partnership agreement in which Brunswick will provide bowling center equipment and support during the 2010 and 2011 USBC Women’s Championships. The partnership marks the first time the USBC Women’s Championships will be held in arena-style format.

The 2010 USBC Women’s Championship will take place March 27 – July 9, 2010 a the El Paso Convention and Performing Arts Center in El Paso, Tex., and the 2011 tournament will be held in Syracuse, N.Y. The 2010 tournament will feature a new format. Past tournaments featured five average-based divisions. In 2010, the tournament will move to handicap competition, new divisions and more prize money than ever before.

Brunswick will provide and install a total of 48 lanes in an arena setting including GS-X Pinsetters™, Pro Lane™ synthetic lanes, and custom Lanescape™ masking units for both tournaments. Brunswick will also provide bowling pins during the entire tournament.

“Brunswick has played a major role in the history of the USBC Open Championships, and we are looking forward to continuing that relationship as we enter a new era at the USBC Women’s Championships,” said USBC Championships Director Brian Lewis. “This is an exciting time for our organization and our bowlers.”

“We are privileged to be chosen as the official capital equipment supplier of the USBC Women’s Championships for the next two years. Our ongoing commitment to the great bowlers in the world is to provide them with the best bowling equipment the industry has to offer,” said Brent Perrier, president of Brunswick Bowling Products. “The USBC tournaments are first-class.”

Contact:

Kristin Filz, Manager, Marketing Services

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231-725-4652

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Service Bulletins

October 06, 2009

Brunswick Launches New Ball Line with Legendary Bowler Carmen Salvino

Brunswick has combined the industry’s best research and development with the scientific knowledge and expertise of a legendary bowler. The C•(System) 2.5 with Chemical Friction Technology (CFT) — the most unique, high-performance bowling ball introduced to the bowling industry in quite some time — is the result of extensive research, development, and lab and field tests conducted by Brunswick Bowling and PBA Hall of Fame bowler, Carmen Salvino.

Brunswick Bowling developed the C•(System) 2.5 with Carmen Salvino’s invention, Chemical Friction Technology (CFT) coverstock. Chemical friction, relates to the adhesion between two materials, as opposed
to mechanical friction, which relates to the physical interaction of their surface textures.

According to Salvino, CFT 2.5 coverstock allows the bowler to use a smoother surface and less mechanical friction, to create more ‘hook’ where it is needed, on the backend of the lane. With a smoother finish, the ball will skid through the front part of the lane more easily, preserving the rotational energy. The more rotational energy you can sustain, the bigger the backend. The CFT 2.5 coverstock’s unique additive formula absorbs oil quickly, providing a larger strike window on sport conditions than other balls with a similar hook potential.

“The coverstock was chemically designed to have shaped molecular structures to produce a high coefficient of friction,” said Salvino, who holds multiple patents related to bowling ball design. “Because of the shape of the molecule, when the ball goes into rolling friction at the back part of the lane, slippage is eliminated and the ball will provide maximum entry and carry. This is the advantage of chemical friction versus mechanical friction.”

Introduced and used by a number of bowlers during the inaugural Professional Bowlers Association’s (PBA) World Series of Bowling, the C•(System) 2.5 was the ball everyone wanted to try. During the intensive five-week-long WSOB recently held in Detroit, Mich., the C•(System) 2.5 was used during all the tournaments.

Rick Benoit, Brunswick Pro Staff coach, said the C•(System) 2.5 was the ball to have during the event. “It was the number one, high-performance ball that everybody wanted. Once they saw and heard how the ball performed, many of the bowlers participating in the event wanted to use it,” he said. “I’ve been on the tour since 1996 and I’ve worked with a lot of great balls, we have a winner. I have never ever seen a Brunswick ball do what this ball can do. Everything you are going to notice about this ball is down lane and through the pins.”

Fellow pros Diandra Asbaty, Sean Rash and Parker Bohn agreed. “This ball really drives through the pocket,” said Asbaty. “This ball makes the sharpest motion off the spot unlike any ball when there is oil down lane. It needs a place to make a right hand turn,” said Bohn, PBA Hall of Fame bowler. Finally, Rash commented, “I made two shows because of the C·(System) 2.5. I love it.”

The I-Block core used in the C·(System) 2.5, a low RG asymmetrical core, was engineered specifically for the CFT coverstock to create maximum forgiveness, and strong entry angles with versatile drilling layouts. The C·(System) 2.5 is the first in a series of Chemical Friction Technology balls.

Service Bulletins

October 02, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-8

Remove T-band Board Bolts with Thread Sealant

GS Pinsetters, series numbers 651 to 670, have thread sealant on the T-band board bolts (P/N 11-052930-000).

Customers experiencing issues removing the T-band board bolts should follow the procedure below.

There are several penetrating oils that can be purchased from a local hardware or automotive store:
1. Loctite ®, 8040 (European part number)
2. Loctite ®, 81252 (USA part number)
3. Blaster Chemical Companies, Inc., “PB Blaster”

NOTE: Do not use WD40.

If these penetrating oils can not be purchased in your area, “PB Blaster”, www.pbblaster.com, can be shipped internationally from the following contact: Paul Wright, email: paul@advancedds.com, phone 330-950-3330

Service Bulletins

September 23, 2009

XSCAPE Introduces Canada to Virtual Bowling By Brunswick

For the first time in Canada, ‘tweens’, teens and adults can go Space Bowling, toss bowling balls through the Tomato Factory and take aim at Target Challenge™. That’s because Virtual Bowling by Brunswick (brunswickbowling.com/virtualbowling) is the feature attraction at Canadian theater giant Cineplex Entertainment’s new XSCAPE entertainment center at SilverCity Newmarket Cinemas.

Virtual Bowling is designed to help build traffic and revenues by attracting today’s video game generation and anyone who enjoys the great fun of bowling. Unlike traditional home electronics games, Virtual Bowling blends real bowling with the thrill and variety of video gaming. Complete with realistic sounds, bowlers roll either a miniature or standard bowling ball down a shortened lane, where sensors detect the speed and direction of the ball as it enters the virtual world. Players can choose from a five or 10-frame game in their choice of five fun-filled bowling themes, or they can play “Target Challenge”, the most modern version of traditional “Skee-Ball” style games.

In addition to Virtual Bowling, XSCAPE, a 10,000-square-foot entertainment center at 18151 Yonge Street in Newmarket, Ontario, is loaded with more than 80 of the latest video and interactive games, including “Guitar Hero On-Stage,” “The NFL 2-Minute Drill” and “Deal or No Deal.” A full-service licensed lounge and 13 theater screens complete the scene, providing a wide-range of entertainment options all under one roof. Visitors won’t go home empty handed if they head to XSCAPE’s redemption center to exchange tickets earned from the games for a wide variety of prizes.

Special event party suites at XSCAPE cater to groups as small as 25 guests or the entire facility can be rented for corporate events up to 500 people.

Service Bulletins

September 15, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-7

Pinball Wizard II Motors & Timing Switches

This bulletin is to inform customers of the recent changes / improvements made to the Pinball Wizard motors and timing switches. Brunswick no longer offers the original Pin ball Wizard II motors as a replacement part. The up/down cam and switch functions are now on the outside of the motor for ease of adjustment when setting the timing. Refer to Figures 1 & 2.

Brunswick will still offer internal replacement parts to customers with the original style motors, such as gears and keys, refer to Figure 3, but if the motor has failed due to electrical failure, a new replacement motor must be ordered.

The new part number for a new direct replacement motor is 84-860899-115 for the 115 volt motor and 84-860899-230 for the 230 volt motor. When a replacement motor is ordered, customers must also order the
new external timing switches, part number 84-860681-000. Installation and timing instructions will be provided with the new timing switches and must be followed to time the motor correctly.

Note: Failure to time the up and down switches properly may lead to failure of the switches or failure to the internal parts of the motor and or the Pinball Wizard controller PCB.

If you have any questions regarding this or any other Service Bulletins, please contact the Customer Response Center at 1-800-937-2695 or 1-231-725-4966.

Service Bulletins

September 09, 2009

Brunswick Provides Lane Conditioning Support for Sixth Year at 2009 Lee Evans Tournament of Americas

Six-time sponsor Brunswick Bowling & Billiards supplied the lane maintenance support and products, including the newly developed Connect™ lane conditioner, which along with high-scoring Brunswick Pro Lane™, allowed four perfect games, for 121 bowlers at the 2009 Lee Evans Tournament of Americas.

Three perfect games were bowled with a Brunswick ball, as well as an 810 series at the 80-lane Boardwalk Bowl center in Orlando. Andrew Koff, United States, used a Brunswick Siege™ to roll a 300 in game one, and later rolled a 256 and 254 with a Wild Thing™ and Siege, respectively. John Szczerbinski, United States, rolled the first 300 of the tournament with an Avalanche™ Solid. The third perfect score with a Brunswick ball was achieved by Arturo Hernandez, Venezuela, with a Fuze.

Will Ehlers, Brunswick product specialist and lane conditioning expert, cleaned and conditioned the lanes with the Authority22® lane maintenance system by Brunswick during the seven-day tournament. Ehlers, who conducted a bowler clinic on the tournament conditions, used Judge™ lane cleaner and the new Brunswick Connect™ lane conditioner. The patterns applied to the lanes with the Authority22 during the tournament were WTBA-approved conditions, consisting of alternating pairs of short and long oil applications. Brunswick Consumer Product Specialist Chuck Gardner was also on hand to provide his knowledge and expertise of bowling ball technology.

“Great lanes and high scoring! Bowlers, coaches, tournament staff and lane management were impressed with the lane conditions and how they held up; not only through six games daily, but also consistently throughout the 48 lanes in play, each day of the tournament, with no change of the start condition from day-to-day,” said Paulette Watson, tournament director. “My sincere thanks to Brunswick, its staff and excellent products for helping our tournament have another successful year. I look forward to a continued beneficial relationship between Brunswick and our tournaments.”

The Tournament of Americas is the oldest and largest international tournament in the Americas. Bowlers from 12 countries entered this year’s junior and adult competitions, representing Aruba, Bahamas, Canada, Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, Puerto Rico, United States, Venezuela and the Virgin Islands. For complete scores and rules for the 2009 Lee Evans Tournament of Americas, visit www.bowlingamericas.com.

Service Bulletins

September 07, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-6

As part of our ongoing commitment to improve the operation and reliability of the GS-X pinsetter, the following changes have been made to the adjustment section of the Operation and Service manuals for GS Series Pinsetter with Base and Fixed Guarding (part number 57-902735-000) and GS Pinsetter with Advanced and Advanced U.K. Guarding (part number 47-902748-000).

Table Height Adjustment
The dimensions used during the table height adjustment have been changed as shown in Figure 1. Also refer to Figures 2 & 3 in printable version.

Also, during the table height adjustment, it is possible to get the crank arm and pivot bearing into a position where the pivot bearing can hit the main sweep arm as the crank arm rotates. As a result, damage to the machine can occur. Refer to Figure 4 in printable version.

The new procedure for adjusting the table position now includes the following caution and diagrams..

CAUTION: After changing the chain position on the pivot bearing or the length of the crank arm, you must verify that the pivot bearing does not come in contact with the main sweep arm prior to running the pinsetter. Additional clearance may be achieved by removing the pivot bearing from the crank arm shaft, flipping it over, and reinstalling it.

Pin Station Adjustment
The tolerance for the pin station position has changed as shown in Figures 5 & 6. Also, the requirement to check the position of the release lever to the “opened” pinholder gripper has been removed.

Also, the requirement to check the position of the release lever to the “opened” pinholder gripper has been removed. Refer to Figure 7 in printable version.

Please update your manuals to reflect the new adjustment procedures.

If you have any questions regarding this or any other Service Bulletins, please contact the Customer Response Center at 1-800-937-2695 or 1-231-725-4966

Service Bulletins

August 07, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-5

Note: This bulletin applies only to A and A-2 customers with American wired electrical boxes. It does not apply to customers with Japanese pinsetters with Japanese wired electrical boxes.

This Bulletin is to inform A and A-2 pinsetter customers that the Motor Overload Relay, part number 10-679151-000, is no longer available. Critical components to the original relay can no longer be manufactured by
the supplier. This relay is used to protect the pinsetter motor and electronics when the motor starts to draw excessive amps during operation.

To continue supporting Pinsetters that utilize this relay, a replacement has been designed. The replacement overload relay performs the same as the original, but is larger with different dimensions, and requires modification to the electrical box to operate safely. Instructions will be provided when a replacement relay is ordered to make this modification. The part number of the replacement Motor Overload Relay is 12-860334-000. Refer to Figure 1 in printable version.

To determine if your pinsetter uses the Motor Overload Relay, look for a manual reset button located on the pinsetter motor. This button is usually red in color. Refer to Figure 2 in printable version.

Pinsetter Motor with Thermal Overload Reset Button:
Pinsetter motors that have thermal overload protection and can be reset by the user, and DO NOT require the use of a Motor Overload Relay. This is common for many A-2 Pinsetters.

Pinsetter Motor Does Not Have a Visible Thermal Overload Reset Button:
If no reset button is visible, you may have one of two motor styles:

*Option 1: *
Motor with built-in protection that can not be reset by the user. These motors have to cool down and then power will automatically be restored. Brunswick does not offer or recommend using these types of motors
due to safety concerns.

*Option 2: *
If the motor does not have a thermal overload built in, the Motor Overload Relay will be necessary for the electrical box. Customers should order the replacement relay, part number 12-860334-000.

It is common for A and early A-2 pinsetters to have a motor without a reset button. The motor overload protection was integrated into the original Federal Pacific or Allen Bradley contactors. The electrical box cover has a manual reset button located on the outside cover to reset the thermal overload protection for the motor with these styles of contactors.

As an option, the Motor Overload Relay can be eliminated by upgrading the pinsetter drive motor to the Brunswick Universal Pinsetter Motor 12-752056-000, which has thermal overload protection built in.

Important Replacement Information
If the Motor Overload Relay, part number 12-860334-000, is required, the relay must be installed with a heating element. To determine the appropriate heating element, check the Full Load Amps on the motor identification plate. Noted below are the heater part numbers for the redesigned Motor Overload Relay:

Note: Old heaters are not compatible with the new Motor Overload Relay.

Part Number Description
10-679125-001 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 4.3-4.7A
10-679125-002 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 4.7-5.1A
10-679125-003 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 5.1-5.6A
10-679125-004 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 5.7-6.2A
10-679125-005 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 6.3-6.8A
10-679125-006 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 6.9-7.5A
10-679125-007 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 7.6-8.2A
10-679125-008 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 8.2-9.0A
10-679125-009 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 9.1-9.9A
10-679125-010 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 10-10.8A
10-679125-011 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 10.9-11.9A
10-679125-012 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 12-13.1A
10-679125-013 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 13.2-14.3A
10-679125-014 HEATER-MOTOR OVERLOAD RELAY 14.4-15.7A

CAUTION!
Failure to install the proper heating element could result in premature failure of the motor and/or failure to electrical components within the electrical box. If you have any questions regarding this or any other Service Bulletins, please contact the Customer Response Center at 1-800-937-2695 or 1-231-725-4966.

Service Bulletins

May 22, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-4

Revised Maintenance Procedure of Cleaner Spray Nozzles
There have been reports that using the original maintenance procedure for cleaning the Cleaner Spray Nozzles has not been effective under some heavier build up conditions. In response to this report, we have revised the cleaning procedure to find an easier and more cost effective way of cleaning the Cleaner Spray Nozzles.

During our testing we tried various cleaners and chemicals and have found two that work very well and are readily available.
1. White Vinegar
2. CLR (Calcium, Lime and Rust remover) and Lime Away are chemical products available for dissolving tough calcium, lime and hard water deposits. The equivalent to these products in Europe is Entkalker.

Testing of the white vinegar was the best. It offered the fastest cleaning of the two, is readily available and is inexpensive.

The testing procedure was to soak each nozzle in the two different materials for 30 minutes rinse with water and towel dry. During the test we did not use a brush to scrub the Cleaner Spray Nozzle.

The printable version will show the three photos from the white vinegar test. The first photo is a before picture of the Cleaner nozzle. The second photo is after 15 minutes and the third photo is after 30 minutes using White Vinegar.

The CLR, Lime Away or the Entkalker in Europe also did a fine job during this 30 minute test, but the availability and cost could be a concern.

Please follow the procedure below when you use any of the suggested cleaning materials:
If you suspect a clogged Cleaner Spray Nozzle, remove the assembly from the machine and place in a small bowl or other suitable container.

Note: Before placing Cleaner Spray Nozzles into the cleaning solution, remove any residue that is in the slot on the front side of the cleaner spray nozzle using a small parts brush or toothbrush.

Immerse the Cleaner Spray Nozzles in the selected cleaning material. Soak for 30 minutes using just enough solution to cover the Cleaner Spray Nozzles. Depending on the severity of the buildup on the Cleaner Spray Nozzles you may need to soak the nozzles for a longer period of time.

Note: As a preventative measure this process should be performed on a monthly basis to ensure consistent cleaning operation of your Authority22 lane machine.

After the Spray Nozzles have soaked for the desired time, remove and rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use a toothbrush to clean off any residual material from the spray nozzle if present. See Figures 1 & 2 in the printable version.

Spray the cleaner spray nozzles dry with compressed air (wear safety glasses when using compressed air). You should be able to see through the cleaner spray nozzle when held up to a light source. Do not attempt to open the orifice using any kind of sharp metal object as the nozzle may be damaged. Toothpicks have been shown to be effective at dislodging stubborn matter from the orifice.

Re-assemble and test using the diagnostic function on your Authority22. Visually confirm that all nozzles are
spraying correctly.

This process should be performed on a monthly basis to ensure consistent cleaning operation of your Authority22.

If you have questions regarding this or any other Service Bulletin, please contact the Brunswick Customer Response Center at 1-800-937-2695 or 231-725-4966, FAX 231-725-4667, or E-mail crcsupport@brunbowl.com

Service Bulletins

April 24, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-3

We are pleased to announce the following changes/improvements for the GS-X Pinsetters.

Pin Station Assembly (47-094778-001) – To address some complaints of the shaft breaking for the pin release lever, we have redesigned the pin station. Starting with Series 652 – 31 pinsetters, we have a new pin station assembly, part number 47-094778-001, with a steel shaft the pin release lever connects to. This is a direct replacement for the old pin station assembly with the same part number. Spare parts packages for the new retaining rings, plastic bushings, and steel shafts are called out in Figure 1. Refer to Figure 1 in the printable version.

The new pin station assembly has the date code and part number identification on the part.

Service Bulletins

February 13, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-2

This bulletin will provide the user with the correct procedure for the removal and replacement of the spin-on oil filter.

The Authority22 spin-on oil filter should be replaced once a year per the service manual.

The filter must also be replaced if the conditioning system becomes contaminated or if the type of conditioner being used in the machine is changed.

Tools / Parts Required For Replacement – Shop Towels – 3/4” Open End Wrench or 3/8” Drive 3/4” Socket and Ratchet – Standard Strap Filter Wrench – OEM Brand #25079 or equivalent. Available at local auto parts supplier. – Replacement Spin-On Oil Filter, Part #11-655029-001

*NOTE: This procedure must be performed in the operating position with the covers open. Push the machine out 24” (610 mm) past the foul line out onto the lane surface.

Warning! Before the filter is replaced the conditioner system must be depressurized and the Temperature Cycle must be turned OFF. Failure to do so may result in personal injury to the user and could also cause damage to the lane machine.*

Step 1 – Depressurizing the Conditioning System
Enter the “Conditioning” sub menu in “Diagnostics.”
Navigate, using the Left / Right arrows, to the “Oil Tank Vent Valve” and press “OK.”
Immediately navigate to the “Oil Pressure Valve” and press “OK.”

Step 2 – Removing the Spin-On Oil Filter
Remove power to the Authority22 by turning off the red toggle switch on the side of the electrical enclosure and unplug the power cord from the lane machine.

Place several shop towels under the spin-on oil filter and with the filter housing mounted in the machine, remove by turning the filter counter clockwise as viewed from the top of the machine. If the filter can not be removed by hand, use a strap filter wrench to remove. Drain and discard the filter. Refer to Figure 1 in printable version.

Step 3 – Installing the new Spin-On Oil Filter
Fill the replacement filter up halfway with lane conditioner and use your finger to lubricate the rubber seal at the top of the filter. With the filter housing mounted in the machine, install by turning the spin-on oil filter in a clockwise direction. Spin until filter stops against the filter housing.

Using a permanent marker, draw a line on the filter and the housing. This will note the position of the filter in relation to the housing, so you have a starting reference point. Refer to Figure 2 in printable version.

Tighten the spin on oil filter one full turn past the original mark. Use the filter wrench if needed. Refer to Figure 3 in printable version.

This should seal the filter to the housing at the correct point to prevent the filter from leaking during normal operation of the Authority22.

Step 4 – Restore Power to the Authority22
Restore power to the Authority22.

Navigate to “Conditioner” / “Diagnostics” in the “Maintenance” screen of the Graphical User Interface.

Turn on the “Conditioner Vent Valve.”

Turn on the “Oil Pressure Valve.”

Turn on the “Conditioner Pump.”

Run the conditioner pump in diagnostics until all the air is out of the system. This can be seen as bubbles moving through the conditioner hoses. If air is left in the conditioner system, conditioner pressure variances will occur, Before running the conditioner pump, make sure you have opened the Conditioner Vent Valve in the diagnostics screen before you run the Conditioner Pump.

Inspect the filter for leaking. If there are leaks present between the filter and the housing rotate the spin on filter one additional quarter turn clockwise using the Strap Filter Wrench.

If you have any questions regarding this or any Service Bulletins, please contact the Customer Response Center at 1-800-937-2695 or 1-231-725-4966.

Service Bulletins

January 16, 2009

Service Bulletin 09-1

It has come to our attention that when replacing the batteries for the Cleanworx machine, it is possible to create an electrical shock/fire hazard. The original design of this area of the machine utilized a German made, Sonnennschein Battery. This battery has terminals that sit well below the edge of the top frame and are covered by a protective insulating boot. Refer to Figures 1 & 2 in the printable version.

If you replace this battery with the China made, Narada battery, you will notice that the battery terminals are mounted much higher on the battery and can run the risk of contacting the upper frame. Refer to Figure 3 in the printable version.

To ensure that this terminal style is used safely, Sunrich has included with this bulletin, an insulating cover strip for you to apply to the edge of the metal frame so that it is not exposed to the terminal. Refer to Figure 4 in the printable version.

Note: You should also ensure that the original insulating boots are always used to prevent the battery terminals from becoming a shock/fire hazard. Refer to Figure 5 in the printable version.

Service Bulletins

May 26, 2001

Service Bulletin 01-5

CenterMaster Quick Reference Guides

Due to overwhelming demand by centers equipped with the CenterMaster Center Management System, the operating procedures have been placed into a paper manual format. This paper manual format is in addition to the help text and operating procedures already found on the CenterMaster system.

The following Quick Reference Guides have been created:
57-900570-000 CenterMaster Control Desk Quick Reference Guide
57-900571-000 CenterMaster Manager’s Quick Reference Guide
57-900572-000 CenterMaster League Record Service Quick Reference Guide

Service Bulletins

May 22, 2001

Service Bulletin 01-4

GS Pinsetter Corner Belting Angle Reduction

With the changing world of lane conditioners and cleaners, we have noticed an increase in pin jams in the front corners of the GS Series Pinsetter distributor. Refer to Figure 1. We have devised and tested a procedure that reduces the occurrence of the corner jams. The pages following detail this simple procedure that takes approximately 20 minutes per pinsetter.

The following is a recommended list of tools:
· 3/8” off-angle 45 Degree Drill Motor
· 9mm drill bit
· Metric ruler
· 3/8” Drive Socket with 10 mm & 13mm Sockets
· 10 and 13mm Wrenches (Spanners)

In addition, we recommend that you be ever diligent in cleaning your green belts with lane cleaner. We have found that Invincible Lane Cleaner (P/N 62-860055) works well in removing the new conditioners that may contain silicone which has been causing many of the problems you are facing. Also as a part of regular maintenance, you
must keep the belts adjusted and tensioned properly. Finally, don’t forget to clean the bowling pins, pin decks and transport bands that track the oil to the belts in the first place.

Service Bulletins

May 22, 2001

Service Bulletin 01-3

GS Pin Slider Modification

A number of customers with GS Pinsetters containing the gray and black pinholder assembly have reported problems with pins shooting forward when they are loading into pinholder. This causes the pin to not be correctly located in the pinholder and therefore to not activate the switch in the pinholder. In some cases the pin will shoot completely forward and fall out of the front of the pinholder.

Note: Pinsetters from the factory, starting with series 459, have a new, longer slide assembly, making this
modification unnecessary.

The pin positions most affected with this condition are positions 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6. Refer to related document.

Service Bulletins

March 07, 2001

Service Bulletin 01-2

Frameworx Flat Screen Problems

In the past few months Brunswick has been working to improve the reliability and durability of the Frameworx flatscreens. After visiting several bowling centers and reviewing warranty records, we have identified key issues that MAY impact the flatscreens in your center.

These issues include: – Touchscreen Lockups – Touchworx Controller positioning and covers – Cracked Bosses (The plastic stand where the flat panel attaches to the front cover.) – Cracked Flatscreens – Floor mounted (Wishbone) flatscreens cannot be locked into position. – Loose/Broken Stop Pins

Although resolving some of these issues will require a Brunswick service call, we need your center mechanic to do two things in order to assist us in resolving your flatscreen issues.

1. Enclosed are instructions explaining how to make a simple wiring change that can substantially reduce flatscreen lockups. Please do this now.
2. Complete the attached flatscreen survey that will help Brunswick determine which issues are present in your center so that your service call will be efficient and productive.

Please complete the wiring change and survey as soon a possible so that we can schedule a service call to correct the other flatscreen issues. If you have any questions, please call the Customer Help Line at 1.800.323.8141.

Service Bulletins

February 16, 2001

Service Bulletin 01-1

Bankshot and Pinball Wizard Vertical Support Replacement

The Bankshot and Pinball Wizard Vertical Support has been redesigned. The new Vertical Support is available as a replacement service part. Details for ordering are listed below. As part of the new design the Vertical Support Arms are now available as a left-hand (7-pin side) and a right-hand (10 pin side). We have also replaced the original clip with a more robust style for use on the original pins. Additional Pins and Clips are available for order as well.

Experience has indicated that most broken supports occur in the first three positions nearest the foul line. With that in mind, we are offering replacement Vertical Support Arms at no charge as a preventive maintenance measure. To more than ensure you are taken care of, we will send you five left and five right handed Vertical Support Arms for each lane of Bankshot or Pinball Wizard you own. We will also include at no charge, 10 replacement pins for these uprights, enough of the new clips to replace all the old clips on your lanes, as well as a tool to replace them with. Use these new Vertical Support Arms to replace the existing Vertical Support Arms you have in the first five hole positions on each side from the foul line. The Vertical Support Arms that are removed can then be retained and used as spares in hole positions down the lane.

To receive your replacement parts please fill out the form on page 2 and mail or fax it to our warranty department at the address listed below. Attached to this Service Letter are Service parts pages for Pinball Wizard for your reference This offer ends May 31, 2001.

Ordering information:
For additional spares of the items above, you may order them using the following information.
84-200454-002 Vertical Support left-hand (7-pin side)
84-200454-001 Vertical Support right-hand (10-pin side)
84-200458-001 Upper pin
11-537050-000 Upper Clip
84-200472-000 Clip Installation tool

Mail or fax information to:
Brunswick Warranty
525 West Laketon Ave
Muskegon, MI 49443
Fax 231-725-4966
Phone 800-323-8141