Pittsburgh, PA – In a hard-fought match at the 2025 NCAA Bowling Pittsburgh Regional, the Fayetteville State women faced a tough opponent in Kutztown University. Despite a valiant effort, Fayetteville State fell 2-0 in the morning session on Wednesday, April 3.
Match Summary:
- Traditional Game: Kutztown took an early lead with a score of 845 to Fayetteville State's 748, putting them ahead 1-0.
- 5-Game Total Pinfall Baker:
- Game 1: Fayetteville State started strong with a 162-133 win, gaining a +29 advantage.
- Game 2: Kutztown bounced back, winning 184-141 and taking a +14 lead.
- Game 3: Kutztown extended their lead with a 198-170 victory, adding +42 to their total.
- Game 4: Kutztown continued their momentum, winning 134-125 and increasing their lead to +51.
- Game 5: Despite a strong finish by Fayetteville State with a 173-168 win, Kutztown secured the overall victory with a total pinfall of 817 to Fayetteville State's 771, winning the match 2-0.
Fayetteville State showed resilience and determination throughout the match, but Kutztown's consistent performance ultimately led them to victory.
The Fayetteville State University bowling team had an impressive season, marked by several significant achievements:
- CIAA Champions: The Broncos secured their third consecutive Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) championship with a perfect 4-0 record. This victory earned them a spot in the NCAA National Collegiate Bowling Championship.
- Outstanding Players: Junior Ericka Reed was a standout performer, averaging 200.75 and earning the title of CIAA Bowler of the Year. She was also named to the All-Tournament team. Junior Paige Rockwell also had a stellar season, averaging 188.30 and receiving All-CIAA honors for the third year in a row.
- Academic Excellence: The team excelled academically, winning the Bowling All-Academic Award with an impressive 3.623 GPA. Coach Bobby Henderson praised the team's dedication both on the lanes and in the classroom.
Despite their loss to Kutztown in the NCAA Bowling Championship Pittsburgh Regional, the Broncos demonstrated resilience and determination throughout the season. They will undoubtedly look to build on this year's successes in the future.
For more information on the 2025 NCAA Bowling Championship, visit NCAA.com.
